Italian Day on the Drive 2026
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*** i may change the start time to earlier
We will meet outside the Commercial Skytrain at 230 then break into small groups to mingle during the event. Meetup at different times to switch and in 2/3 hours go to a pub or bar for drinks and eat.We will meet outside the Commercial Skytrain at 230 then break into small groups to mingle during the event. Meetup at different times to switch and in 2/3 hours go to a pub or bar for drinks and eat.
#### ITALIAN DAY ON THE DRIVE RETURNS DURING THE FIFA WORLD CUP
We’re proud to share exciting news with our community: Italian Day on The Drive is returning on Sunday, June 14, 2026, and next year’s celebration will be unlike any other.
Italian Day 2026 arrives at a truly historic moment — during the FIFA World Cup, when Vancouver will be welcoming visitors, fans, and global attention from around the world. And there’s no better place for that energy to land than Commercial Drive, a street long known for its passion, culture, and unforgettable soccer celebrations.
#### A LANDMARK YEAR FOR THE DRIVE
We’re proud to share exciting news with our community: Italian Day on The Drive is returning on Sunday, June 14, 2026, and next year’s celebration will be unlike any other.
Italian Day 2026 arrives at a truly historic moment — during the FIFA World Cup, when Vancouver will be welcoming visitors, fans, and global attention from around the world. And there’s no better place for that energy to land than Commercial Drive, a street long known for its passion, culture, and unforgettable soccer celebrations.
#### 2026 THEME: CAMPIONE
The theme for Italian Day on The Drive 2026 is CAMPIONE — Italian for Champion.
In Italian culture, Campione represents heart, pride, perseverance, and passion. It reflects Italy’s deep love of sport, art, fashion, food, wine, and community — and honours those who rise with strength and spirit.
That champion energy feels especially fitting for Commercial Drive. From legendary World Cup wins celebrated curbside, to generations gathering in cafés, bars, and piazzas to cheer together, The Drive has always been a place where champions are made — and celebrated.
In 2026, that spirit meets a global moment.