Join us for the 8th annual 5X Fest, celebrating 20 incredible years of Vancouver International Bhangra Celebration (VIBC). We’ll ignite Metro Vancouver with a vibrant celebration of Panjabi music, art and culture.
This premium pass lets you elevate your 5X journey by saving money and securing entry to signature events like the 5X Art Party, Blockparty VIP section, and the Afterparty. As an All Access member, you’ll also receive a complimentary 5X t-shirt to commemorate your experience.
This premium pass lets you elevate your 5X journey by saving money and securing entry to signature events like the 5X Art Party, Blockparty VIP section, and the Afterparty. As an All Access member, you’ll also receive a complimentary 5X t-shirt to commemorate your experience.
Artists: Talwiinder, Gminxr + special guests, G. Sidhu, Panjabi Hit Squad, Sahil Cheema, MTOORAY
Experience the ultimate celebration of Panjabi music and culture at the 5X Blockparty! This dynamic event features an incredible lineup of artists, including Talwiinder in his debut British Columbia performance, a showcase set by the iconic Gminxr (with special guests), G Sidhu’s first-ever 5X appearance, rising local star Sahil Cheema, and electrifying DJ sets from the viral UK duo Panjabi Hit Squad and fan-favourite MTooray.
This event is free if you rsvp. Must be 19+ for the VIP upgrade.
Surrey’s premier underground music event, celebrating our deep commitment to fostering and cultivating the local DJ scene. With electrifying live sets from 3 Kamineh: Kokaheena, Asad Khan & Bobby Kang.
An exclusive industry mixer where South Asian established and emerging artists, community leaders, and creators come together for a night of connection and celebration.
An evening of celebration and reflection as we mark 20 years of VIBC’s profound impact on the cultural landscape; honoring the trailblazers, pioneers and visionary artists who have elevated Surrey's Panjabi music scene to global acclaim.
This premium pass lets you elevate your 5X journey by saving money and securing entry to signature events like the 5X Art Party, Blockparty VIP section, and the Afterparty. As an All Access member, you’ll also receive a complimentary 5X t-shirt to commemorate your experience.
By collaborating with us, you can authentically connect with a vibrant, young demographic, align yourself with an explosive movement, and expand your market reach in this rapidly growing sector.
Passionate about supporting Panjabi music, arts and culture? Dedicated volunteers will help to bring our vibrant festival and curated events to life! Volunteer opportunities are abundant within our organization.
The 5X Art Party and Blockparty are all-ages events! Everyone is welcome to attend. All attendees aged 12 and under are eligible for a free ticket on our ticketing page. They must be accompanied by an adult and must show proof of age on entry. Please note that the 5X Afterparty and the VIP Blockparty section is 19+ only.
All sales are final; no refunds will be issued. However, exceptions will be made if the event is cancelled due to public health orders. In such cases, tickets are fully refundable.
If you are unable to attend, you can transfer your ticket to another person. To transfer a ticket, log in to your Showpass account, go to My Orders, find the order you want to transfer, expand Order Options, and select Transfer to a Friend. Follow the verification process to complete the transfer. For more details, please review the customer support documentation linked here: Showpass Help.
All events, including the Blockparty are rain or shine!
5X Fest has a zero tolerance policy for sexual harassment, homophobia, transphobia, sexism, racism, and religious discrimination. Anyone acting in a way that causes harm or puts the well being of another at risk will be spoken with and may be asked to leave. We have a strong women-forward policy at 5X Fest and strive to make our festivals safe for women and LGBTQ2+ community members.
All 5X events are accessible. The Blockparty, held at Surrey Civic Plaza, features a fully paved site with accessible entrance points and portable toilets. For specific accommodation inquiries or if you plan to bring an attendant, please email us at info@5xfest.com, and we will be happy to assist.
For all events, we have kept ticket prices low and affordable. General admission to the Blockparty is free for everyone. We provide gender-neutral bathrooms, and the Blockparty site is conveniently located near multiple public transit options.
For any further accessibility questions, please email us at info@5xfest.com.
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