Roots & Wings: Ethnic is the New Global

Festival Overview

May 20th, 2026

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)

JW Marriott Parq Vancouver| Multi-Ethnic Fashion Runway Show| Polygon Gallery| Multi-Ethnic Static Exhibition| Italian Cultural Centre| Cultural Performance & Closing Gala

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

Celebrate the richness of global cultures on one stage with vibrant costume and dance performances. From the First Nations showcase to the colorful traditions of Malaysia, the Philippines, and China, each performance tells a unique story of heritage and artistry.
Visionary designers merging heritage with modern runway fashion

Meet the Designers

Richard Wei
Richard Wei
Founder & Designer
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 GARDINERProtocol 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

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)

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.

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.

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.

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).

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

20
Professional runway models ready to showcase the designs
12
Experienced hairstylists creating flawless looks
12
Skilled makeup artists enhancing every appearance
6
Cultural Showcases, Woven Together in a Spectacle of Dance and Costume
1
Unified team ensuring seamless show execution
Closing Ceremony: "Cultural Bridge Award" Gala
As the grand finale of the World Ethnic Costume Fashion Week, the event will feature exceptional ethnic art groups from five continents, presenting the richness and shared aspects of human culture through a carefully orchestrated symphony of diverse traditions, fostering mutual understanding among civilizations and facilitating global cultural dialogue. To establish a prestigious, sophisticated, and extensively recognized international platform that assists brands in evolving from "commercial entities" to "cultural ambassadors," fostering profound emotional connections and brand loyalty within prominent high-net-worth communities. Establishing "network bridges": Providing direct access to essential cross-industry circles and fostering strategic collaboration, the dinner convenes cultural, artistic, political, business, and media elites, thereby creating a unique cross-industry ecosystem network.
A global ethnic costume exhibition where fashion becomes a dialogue of civilizations.

Threads of Civilization

Sky Mirror: A World Ethnic Costume Art Spectacle

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: Vancouver’s Hub for Contemporary Art

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.

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Exclusive Sponsorship Tiers, VIP Access & Global Recognition Across All Signature Events:World Ethnic Fashion Week offers exclusive sponsorship tiers designed to elevate brands onto a global cultural stage. From naming rights and VIP seating to runway showcases and gala recognition, sponsors gain premium visibility across all signature events. Benefits include LED screen exposure, media interviews, on-site branding displays, and speaking opportunities. Join an elite network of cultural, business, and media leaders while positioning your brand as a true cultural ambassador.
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The 2026 Vancouver World Ethnic Costume Fashion Week represents not merely a fashion spectacle, but also a dialogue among civilizations transcending time and space. Let us honor every cultural expression and collaboratively protect this vibrant cultural diversity. Because we comprehend, we value; because we transmit it, it becomes eternal!
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