Centennial Festival
Grouse Mountain celebrates 100 years of remarkable memories, amazing people, and extraordinary experiences.
July 16, 2026
From July 23rd to August 3rd, Grouse Mountain is celebrating its 100th anniversary with our biggest event of the year: the Grouse Mountain Centennial Festival, presented by CIBC.
Join us at The Peak of Vancouver for a week of unforgettable experiences, including spectacular drone shows, live music, food trucks, family-friendly activities, limited-time adventure offers, and special events that celebrate a century of remarkable memories, breathtaking views, and mountain adventures.
Coors Light Presents: Music Loud, Mountains Blue – July 31 & August 1
These concerts are the perfect way to spend a summer evening at The Peak of Vancouver. Enjoy two unforgettable evenings of live music in the Plaza featuring Nearly Neil, Canada's premier Neil Diamond tribute band (July 31st), and Nautical Disaster, one of Canada's top Tragically Hip tribute bands (August 1st)
Movies on the Mountain – July 30
Bring a blanket, gather your family and friends, and enjoy movies under the stars in our newly rebuilt Birds in Motion area. Whether you're planning a family outing or a unique date night, Movies on the Mountain is the perfect way to spend a summer evening. The series kicks off with Jurassic Park on Thursday, July 30!
- Mountain Ropes Adventure for only $50 - Book here
A Century of Stories Drone Shows – July 23, 24, 25 & August 2
Experience an unforgettable night time cinematic drone show as hundreds of illuminated drones light up the sky above the Birds in Motion area. Featuring cinematic music, Indigenous drumming, and storytelling narrated by Squamish Nation member and Cultural Educator William Nahanee, this breathtaking performance celebrates the history of Grouse Mountain, the surrounding region, and the people who have shaped it over the past century.
Experience an unforgettable night time cinematic drone show as hundreds of illuminated drones light up the sky above the Birds in Motion area. Featuring cinematic music, Indigenous drumming, and storytelling narrated by Squamish Nation member and Cultural Educator William Nahanee, this breathtaking performance celebrates the history of Grouse Mountain, the surrounding region, and the people who have shaped it over the past century.
Friday Night Après Bike - July 24th & 31st
Fridays, 5:00–8:00 pm at The Rusty Rail BBQ
Presented by Granville Island Brewing features live music, free beer samples, BBQ, and the chance to win a brand-new mountain bike. Buy a Granville Island Lager to enter the draw, with $1 from every lager sold supporting the North Shore Mountain Bike Association. Bike Park season passholders also receive 20% off food
Coors Light Presents: Music Loud, Mountains Blue – July 31 & August 1
These concerts are the perfect way to spend a summer evening at The Peak of Vancouver. Enjoy two unforgettable evenings of live music in the Plaza featuring Nearly Neil, Canada's premier Neil Diamond tribute band (July 31st), and Nautical Disaster, one of Canada's top Tragically Hip tribute bands (August 1st)
Yoga on the Mountain - July 25th & August 1st
Start your weekend with a complimentary 1-hour outdoor yoga class every Saturday from 9:00–10:00 am on the Mountaintop Plaza. Hike the Grouse Grind or ride the Blue Grouse Gondola or Skyride to join us, yoga mats provided. Registration is free but required, opening each Wednesday for that Saturday's class.
Bear-thday Fun-draiser – July 25
Help us celebrate a very special birthday as our resident grizzly bears, Grinder and Coola, turn 25! Watch them enjoy their annual birthday cake, learn more about grizzly bear conservation from our Wildlife Rangers, and help support the Grizzly Bear Foundation. It's one of our most popular family events of the summer!
Help us celebrate a very special birthday as our resident grizzly bears, Grinder and Coola, turn 25! Watch them enjoy their annual birthday cake, learn more about grizzly bear conservation from our Wildlife Rangers, and help support the Grizzly Bear Foundation. It's one of our most popular family events of the summer!
Mingler Wednesdays - July 29th
Wednesdays, 5:30–8:30 pm throughout the summer
Mingler Wednesdays at Altitudes Bistro feature Granville Island Brewing beer tastings, a live DJ, mountain views, and the chance to win a stand-up paddleboard. Buy a Granville Island beer to enter the draw.
Movies on the Mountain – July 30
Bring a blanket, gather your family and friends, and enjoy movies under the stars in our newly rebuilt Birds in Motion area. Whether you're planning a family outing or a unique date night, Movies on the Mountain is the perfect way to spend a summer evening. The series kicks off with Jurassic Park on Thursday, July 30!
Daily Shows - Throughout the Summer
- Lumberjack Shows: Watch the Lumberjacks go trough a series of competitions featuring log rolling, tree climbing, axe throwing, saw cutting, and three-board springboard chop. Show Times: 11 am, 1 pm & 4 pm
- Ranger Talks: Discover the fascinating world of wildlife through engaging talks with our experts. Learn about the behaviours, habits, and unique traits of ravens, birds, and bears. Show Times: 10:00am, 12:45pm and 3:30pm
- Owl Talks: Meet our resident owls. Cleo the Barn Owl, Odin the Barred Owl, and Apollo the Great Horned Owl. Get an up-close look at these incredible birds, learn about their unique behaviours, and chat with our rangers to discover what makes them so special. Show Times: 10:45am and 3:00pm
- Birds in Motion: Experience the power and grace of birds of prey with a thrilling live demonstration in partnership with Pacific Northwest Raptors. Watch incredible raptors take flight in a spectacular free-flight experience and discover the remarkable skills of these wild hunters. Show Times: 12:00pm, 2:00pm and 5:00pm
Centennial Offers – Throughout the Festival
- Food Trucks - Throughout the Festival Grab a bite from a variety of local food trucks located on the Paradise Patio. From sweet treats to savoury favourites, there's something for everyone to enjoy while taking in the mountain atmosphere.
- Annual Pass Sale - Annual Pass & Annual Pass+ are on sale for a limited time only! Adult Annual Passes start at only $189. Buy Annual Pass
- Limited Time Adventure Offers - Take advantage of special offers on two of Grouse Mountain's most popular adventures:
- Mountain Ropes Adventure for only $50 - Book here
Discount pricing only available from July 23 - August 3
All events are included with Mountain Admission or an Annual Pass.
Food trucks, Mountain Ziplines, Mountain Ropes Adventure, and select special offers are available for an additional fee.