Roots & Wings: Ethnic is the New Global
Festival Overview
Dates
May 20th, 2026
Organizers
Consulate General of the People's Republic of China in Vancouver |Consulate General of Malaysia in Vancouver |Consulate General of the Philippines in Vancouver |Consulate General of Indonesia in Vancouver |Consulate General of Italy in Vancouver (subject to ongoing updates)
Venues
JW Marriott Parq Vancouver| Multi-Ethnic Fashion Runway Show| Polygon Gallery| Multi-Ethnic Static Exhibition| Italian Cultural Centre| Cultural Performance & Closing Gala
Produced By
International Sports Culture Promotion Association| Canada Foundation for Cultural Creative Industries | NEW ROMAN EMPIRE ENTERPRISES, INC | CUC International Communication Limited
A Defining Historical Moment Seats are limited. Global attention is finite. The time to secure positioning is now.
Strategic Timing & Global Opportunity
Strategic Vision
This is not merely an event —
it is a national-scale cultural deployment onto the global stage.
The Dual-Impact Momentum
Sports Euphoria × Cultural Prestige
The Geographic Advantage
Our venues are strategically positioned within the official World Cup activation zone and fan celebration radius — capturing unparalleled global exposure and premium audience traffic.
Our Strategy
Harness the World Cup spotlight.
Elevate cultural diplomacy.
Position brands at the intersection of sport, heritage, and global visibility.
The Timing Advantage
May 2026 coincides with the peak global anticipation of the 2026 FIFA World Cup North America.
As one of the host cities, Vancouver will gather:
- Global media networks
- Millions of football fans
- International sponsors
- Influential business leaders
- High-profile dignitaries
Celebrating Heritage, Connecting Cultures, and Showcasing Global Fashion
Festival Schedule
First Nations
1
First Nations Costume Showcase & Traditional Dance Performances (featuring 2–3 groups)
Malaysian
2
Malaysian Cultural Costume & Dance Showcase
Philippine
3
Philippine Cultural Costume & Dance Showcase
Chinese
4
Chinese Ethnic Costume & Dance Showcase
Pan-Asian
5
Pan-Asian Cultural Fusion Showcase (Costume & Dance Ensemble)
Global
6
Grand Finale: Global Cultural Runway & Dance Celebration
Visionary designers merging heritage with modern runway fashion
Meet the Designers
Continuously revised
Proposed Political Figures and Guests
Diplomatic and international dignitaries
Indigenous Communities in British Columbia,
Canadian Indigenous People,
Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Vancouver,
Consulate General of Malaysia in Vancouver,
Consulate General of the Philippines in Vancouver,
Consulate General of Indonesia in Vancouver,
Consulate General of Italy in Vancouver,
HELEN GARDINER|Protocol Officer, Consulate General of Laos in Vancouver
Official Visitors
CHAK KWONG AU | Member of Parliament, Canada
YUEN PAUW OO|Senator, Canada
PARM BAIN |Member of Parliament, Canada
TERESAW AT |British Columbia Member of the Legislative Assembly
MARK SAGER | Mayor of West Vancouver
JAMES WANG | Councillor of Burnaby
Project Estimate CA$19,800 (Including Tax) original total value surpassing CA$50,000
Project Estimate
Fashion Week Engagement Initiative
World Ethnic Costume Fashion Show World Ethnic Costume Culture Static Exhibition Closing Ceremony of the World Ethnic Culture Festival and "Cultural Bridge Award" Gala Dinner (for two individuals)
Venue and Security
The show and static exhibition will be carefully organized with a well-planned venue configuration, including a professional runway arrangement and comprehensive front and backstage security measures to ensure a smooth and safe event experience.
Technical and logistical assistance
The event features stage, lighting, and sound systems, a main LED screen, seating setup, rehearsal coordination, and photography and videography for both the brand presentation and exhibition.
Media promotion
The official website prominently displays a brand video on its main screen and is accompanied by press releases from various domestic and international media outlets. The official fashion week website highlights the brand's logo, name, and website address.
Exclusive VIP Day in Vancouver
Experience a premium 1-day stay at a centrally located 4-star hotel in Vancouver, featuring comfortable double-room accommodation and curated dining (single room supplement available at CA$1,500).
Savor prestige
Ceremony for the special award presented to Canadian third-level municipal officials by the Chinese Consulate General, accompanied by a group photograph.
Runway artistry brought together by models and styling experts.
Model Management & Creative Team
Professional runway models ready to showcase the designs
Experienced hairstylists creating flawless looks
Skilled makeup artists enhancing every appearance
Cultural Showcases, Woven Together in a Spectacle of Dance and Costume
Unified team ensuring seamless show execution
A global ethnic costume exhibition where fashion becomes a dialogue of civilizations.
Threads of Civilization
Premier hotels in Vancouver Sky Mirror isan immersive fashion art spectaclecentered on Canadian Aboriginal culture,framed by the costumes of various ethnicgroups worldwide. It transcends thetraditional fashion show, serving as adialogue of civilization across time andspace, and highlights the diverse beautyand collective spirit of human culturethrough clothing—an "epic worn on thebody."
Polygon Gallery in Vancouver showcases photography, contemporary, and media art, blending stunning exhibitions with remarkable architecture and waterfront views. Its curatorial expertise elevates each show, creating a dialogue between art, space, and nature. The gallery attracts culturally sophisticated visitors seeking high-quality, immersive art and design experiences.