The Prince Rupert Special Events Society has officially set the dates for the city’s two most anticipated community celebrations for 2026. Residents in Prince Rupert, British Columbia, can look forward to the 48th annual Seafest taking place from June 12 to June 14, followed by Canada Day festivities on July 1.
Seafest, which has been a staple of the community since 1978, serves as Prince Rupert’s largest annual gathering. The 2026 edition of the festival will feature the theme Whale Tails & Ocean Trails. The event, which is coordinated by the Prince Rupert Special Events Society, typically draws more than 10,000 visitors to the city each year. The society, a non-profit organization governed by a volunteer board of directors, has been managing the city’s major festivals since 1992.
Support for the festival is provided through community donations and corporate backing, including ongoing financial assistance from AltaGas, which serves as the annual sponsor. The event relies on these partnerships to host a wide range of activities, which in past years have included parades, live entertainment, sports tournaments, and food vendors.
Following the June festivities, the community will mark Canada’s 159th birthday on July 1. This celebration will take place at Mariners Park, with events running from 7 p.m. until midnight. Like Seafest, the Canada Day celebration is organized by the society with support from the City of Prince Rupert and various community partners to help bring the celebration to life.
