Food and beverage lovers can embark on a culinary adventure across the Sunshine Coast during the second annual Sunshine Coast Flavour Festival from March 6 – 15, 2026. Participating businesses from Gibsons to Lund will be offering exclusive menus and special offers during the event.

Whether you're a local resident or a visitor, this is the perfect opportunity to discover (or rediscover!) the Sunshine Coast’s culinary scene. Every meal and offer you enjoy helps support the talented chefs, entrepreneurs, and small businesses that make the Sunshine Coast’s food and beverage scene extraordinary. By dining out during the festival, you’re helping to sustain and grow the local culinary community.

Coastal Cookery
Participating businesses will be offering special menus and offers during the Sunshine Coast Flavour Festival.

What is the Sunshine Coast Flavour Festival?

The Sunshine Coast Flavour Festival is a region-wide celebration of food and drink, presented by Sunshine Coast Tourism. The event is designed to highlight the creativity and diversity of the local culinary community, and participants include a variety of restaurants, cafes, food trucks, and specialty food providers. Culinary businesses from Gibsons to Lund are offering:

  • Prix Fixe Menus – specially curated brunch, lunch, and dinner menus that showcase local ingredients and bold flavors.
  • Exclusive Deals – unique offers available only during the festival.
  • Regional Highlights – a chance to sample everything from fresh seafood to farm-to-table creations.

The Sunshine Coast Flavour Festival runs from Friday, March 6 – Sunday, March 15, 2026. It’s a quieter time of late winter/early spring, offering visitors and residents a fresh perspective on the region. It’s the perfect time to take advantage of fewer crowds, stunning coastal views, and the warm hospitality of the Sunshine Coast community.

Tk's Gourmet Turkish Cuisine
Embark on a culinary adventure from Gibsons to Lund during the Sunshine Coast Flavour Festival.

Participating Businesses

Over 50 local businesses are participating in the Sunshine Coast Flavour Festival from March 6 - 15, 2026. You can browse through the participating businesses in one of two ways: 

  • Visit flavourfestival.ca to view listings by category (Special Partner Offer or Prix Fixe Restaurants), by region/community, or by the type of service. Click on a listing to get the full details, including info on things like reservations—some participating restaurants are accepting reservations, while others are only accepting walk-ins. There are also cafes, food trucks, and counter-service options that cater to walk-ins.
     
  • View a simple list of all participating businesses below. Click on a business name to see a "Quick View" of what each participant is offering; from there you can view full details.
     
Powell River & Lund

Pender Harbour & Egmont

Sechelt & Halfmoon Bay

Gibsons & Roberts Creek
PKLS Burgers
From sit-down restaurant experiences to take-out options you can enjoy at a beach picnic, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the Sunshine Coast Flavour Festival.

How to Make the Most of the Festival

Here are a few tips on how to savour every bite of the Sunshine Coast Flavour Festival:
 

1. Plan Your Stops

With participating venues spread across the Sunshine Coast, it’s the perfect excuse to explore! Consider tackling stops in different ways:

  • Spend a couple of days winding your way along Highway 101. Start your first day with a cozy brunch in Gibsons, enjoy cider and lunch in Sechelt, and cap it off with a waterfront dinner in Halfmoon Bay. Spend another day discovering new flavours in Powell River, where you can indulge in fresh seafood, craft beer, and so much more.
     
  • Focus on your favourites! Select a spot that's serving up your favourite type of cuisine, or simply head back to that restaurant you haven't been able to stop thinking about since your last trip.
     
  • Try a prix fixe menu. Local hot spots are offering up multi-course options at a set price, allowing you to sample multiple dishes. In some cases drinks are part of the offer, or can be added on to complement your meal.
     
2. Share the Experience

Bring a couple of friends, family members, or your partner along for the journey! Festivals are better when shared.

You can also share your favourite culinary finds on social media, which is an excellent way to help support local businesses. Don’t forget to use #SunshineCoastBC for a chance to be featured on Sunshine Coast Tourism’s channels!
 

3. Try Something New

This festival is the ultimate chance to step out of your comfort zone. Try a new restaurant or indulge in a menu item you’ve never tried before.

Seasider Bistro + Wine Bar + Patio
The Sunshine Coast Flavour Festival runs from March 6 - 15, 2026.

Where to Stay

Ready to indulge? Check out our Places to Stay page for inspiration, or visit our Deals & Packages page to see what’s on offer.
 

Additional Events and Activities

In between delicious bites, there is so much to see and do on the Sunshine Coast. Spend some time outside exploring hiking and mountain biking trails, paddling local waterways, or taking in a quiet moment at a the beach. Pick up some souvenirs from boutique shops or art galleries, learn something new at community museums, and be sure to check out additional events like Sunshine Coast Winter Pride (February 27 - March 8), the Sunshine Coast Beer Festival (March 7), and the qathet International Film Festival (March 6 - 14). 

 

See you at the Sunshine Coast Flavour Festival, March 6 - 15, 2026!