Chinatown
Summer Festival
A high-energy celebration of heritage, performance, and community resilience. Experience the heart of Edmonton's Chinatown.
Daily Performance
Schedule
August 20-23, 2026. Join us at Kinistinâw Park for a four-day symphony of motion and heritage. Performances rotate across our major stages and park plazas daily.
The Opening Call
A mass drum roll featuring 20 traditional performers to signal the start of the festival rituals.
📍 Kinistinâw Park Main StageLion Dance Procession
A high-energy walk through the merchant corridor starting from the park. Pandy will be present for photos and high-fives.
📍 Park Plaza to 97 St CorridorThe Great Dragon Dance
The festival's premiere performance. Witness the resilience of the dragon through gravity-defying acrobatics.
📍 Kinistinâw Park Arena StageNeon Night Cap
Visual storytelling set against the night sky, featuring glowing lanterns and contemporary stage acts.
📍 Kinistinâw Park Main Stage
Pandy's Festival Tip
"Kinistinâw Park is the place to be! Arrive at least 20 minutes early for the Great Dragon Dance at 4:00 PM to grab the best spot on the grass."
Marketplace
of the Dragon
Join the heartbeat of the festival. Our curated marketplace is located along Kinistinâw Park, connecting the 97 St. Corridor through a vibrant trail of food masters, artisans, and cultural creators.
Application deadline: June 15, 2026. Limited spots available for the Kinistinâw Park Plaza.
Sponsorship
Tiers
Invest in the future of Edmonton’s most historic corridor. Our 5-tier framework ensures every brand can become a vital partner in sustaining the district’s cultural heartbeat.
Imperial
Dragon
The Architect Tier
- Naming Rights: Arena Stage & Opening Call Ritual
- Cinematic Series: Title credit on all "11 Chapters" festival trailers
- Impact Dashboard: 24/7 access to real-time sentiment & visitor data
- District Saturation: Logo on 100+ banners & #ChaseTheDragon Passport
Golden
Lion
The Custodian Tier
- Zone Lead: Naming Rights to Kinistinâw Marketplace
- UGC Engine: Dedicated partner social video feature
- VIP Hosting: Private session access at the Hull Block
- Merchant Boost: Sponsorship of 5 Merchant Spotlights
Jade
Guardian
The Builder Tier
- Wayfinding: Logo placement at all "Pandy Spots" in the park
- Mascot Sync: Featured sponsor of a Pandy stewardship video
- Digital Presence: Primary logo on the Explore Portal homepage
- Community Presence: Recognition during official opening rituals
Pearl
Protector
The Navigator Tier
- Directory Link: Enhanced verified merchant profile ranking
- Newsletter: Feature block in "The Dragon’s Breath" digest
- Stewardship: "Pandy Approved" Partner Seal for physical windows
- Certificate: Official CTC Cultural Advocacy recognition
Dragon
Friend
The Citizen Tier
- Recognition: Name listed on the Festival "Stewardship Wall"
- Passport: Early-Access to the #ChaseTheDragon Passport
- Community: Invitation to exclusive post-festival beta tours
- Digital: Mention on the official festival landing page
Power the Resilience
Our partners aren't just sponsors—they are active community pillars ensuring Chinatown remains a vibrant destination of choice. Join our mission of place-making excellence today.
Download Full Strategy & Tiers PDF →
Pandy’s
Festival Guide
The Kinistinâw Canopy
The best festival selfies happen under the lights of the Kinistinâw Park canopy. Head here around 7:30 PM for the perfect "Golden Hour" glow on the Arena Stage.
Stewardship Stamps
Collect 3 exclusive festival stamps in your Dragon Passport! You'll find Pandy-approved stamping stations at the **Stewardship Wall** and the **Artisan Zone** entrance.
Pandy’s Procession
Pandy joins the Lion Dance procession daily at 1:30 PM. Follow the drums from the Park Plaza down to 97 St. for a high-five and a photo-op!
Stay Hydrated & Hungry
The Marketplace along Kinistinâw Park features 40+ local food vendors. Grab a bubble tea and a "Dragon Scale" Pork Bun early—they sell out every afternoon!