Need a vacation? How about a European getaway, right here in your neighbourhood? Bring your friends and family and come and travel through Europe at Swangard Stadium in Burnaby this May at the 17th annual European Festival!

Every year Eurofest BC Society organizes the European Festival to highlight the best of European culture and tradition – giving you a taste of that great “Old Continent” right in your own backyard!

This May 31st and June 1st you can savour it all, from German beer and Greek Loukoumades to Balkan Ćevapi and Dutch fritters! Admire authentic ethnic dress and get swept away by traditional dancing like the Portuguese Vira, the Spanish Flamenco and the Serbian Kolo. You will experience Europe, from east to west, as seen through the eyes of Europeans. This May, EuroFest BC Society brings unity through diversity to the lower mainland with colour, music and food!

Do you know exactly how Canada and Europe are linked? Come learn about Canada’s European heritage and see how each country has contributed to the very fabric of Canadian Culture. Discover the deep historical connection that binds Europe with Canadian First Nations by exploring the Métis.

Learn about Canada and Europe at the 17th annual European Festival this May 31st and June 1st 2014. You won’t want to miss out on this exciting weekend of cultural and culinary delights and rich entertainment!

More info here : http://www.europeanfestival.ca/