Flowfest
FLOW Fest is a free, community-driven cultural gathering that activates public space through music, movement, art, and education to foster connection, creativity, and belonging.
Our mission
FLOWfest is guided by the principles of Frequency, Love, Oneness, and Wellness. These values shape its approach to programming, community engagement, and atmosphere. These principles emphasize connection over consumption, collaboration over competition, and presence over performance.
Ultimately, FLOW Fest is more than a festival; it is a platform for community expression, creative exploration, and collective experience. It offers an inclusive and accessible space where people can gather, share, and co-create, inviting participants to step into a shared rhythm and experience public space in a new and meaningful way.
Flowfest
FLOWfest is grounded in principles of respect, relationship, and meaningful representation through intentional collaboration and community-centered design.
Rather than approaching inclusion as symbolic, We prioritize ongoing relationship-building and fair participation. Indigenous artisans and community vendors are invited to participate in the marketplace, with compensation and visibility built into the structure of the event. This ensures that representation is supported through tangible economic and creative opportunities, not just presence. Reciprocity is addressed through fair pay for artists, facilitators, and cultural contributors, as well as by creating accessible platforms for skill-sharing, performance, and creative exchange. Workshops and open programming are designed to lower barriers to participation and provide opportunities for learning and expression across experience levels.
Accountability is reflected in the collaborative planning process with local partners, service providers, and community stakeholders, as well as in commitments to safety, accessibility, and responsible use of public space. Community support is further embedded through the inclusion of local vendors, youth and emerging artists, and free programming that prioritizes access over exclusivity.
gastown
By activating an Blood Alley, Maple Tree Square and the surround area, we will contribute to placemaking in a tangible and impactful way. The festival transforms an everyday environment into a temporary cultural hub, that encourages movement, interaction, and shared experience.
Meet the Team
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Lovely Dae
FOUNDER
With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience.
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Lily Yawson
THE BECOMING METHOD WORKSHOP
Becoming Method will be facilitating a signature workshop titled Identity Architecture — a deeply immersive, evidence-informed experience that guides participants through the conscious deconstruction and rebuilding of personal identity. -
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Isa
STAGE MANAGE & CURATOR / STAR SPACE COORDINATOR
Isa is a multidisciplinary creative and event coordinator with a focus on inclusive, community-driven experiences. She manages and curates Stage 2 while overseeing the STAR space, ensuring a welcoming environment that prioritizes care, accessibility, and attendee wellbeing. -
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RAMMIE
“Come Spin With Us” WORKSHOP FACILITATOR / OPEN DECK COORDINATOR
Rammie is a DJ and community facilitator dedicated to making DJing more accessible to emerging artists. She leads the “Come Spin With Us” workshop and manages the Open Deck stage, creating a supportive entry point for new talent to learn and perform. -
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NAI
PINK PALETT MARKETPLACE LEAD
Nai is the founder of Pink Palette Marketplace, bringing experience in curating vibrant vendor spaces that highlight local creatives. At FLOWfest, she leads vendor coordination and marketplace design, creating an engaging platform for small businesses and artisans.ption goes here
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Wreckage
STAGE MANAGER & CURATOR
Wreckage is the founder of GVO and an experienced curator within Vancouver’s music scene. He oversees Stage 1 programming, bringing together a dynamic lineup of artists and ensuring a high-energy, professionally executed showcase.
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Jason Bempong
DANCE BATTLE CURATOR / DANCE WORKSHOP FACILITATOR
Jason is a dance community leader and curator with experience producing battles and workshops that center skill-building and expression. At FLOWfest, he leads the dance battle and workshop programming, fostering connection between music and movement.
