C-Tribe Festival 2027 passes are on sale now
Passes for C-Tribe Festival 2027 are on sale now. The festival returns to Edmonton, August 12-17, 2027, with six days across six verticals: Tech, Gaming, Fashion, Music, Culture and Film. Buy before March 15 and save 50% on every pass, the lowest prices of the year.
C-Tribe Festival is Canada’s innovation, arts, technology and culture festival, produced by C-Tribe Society, a registered Canadian nonprofit based in Edmonton. It exists to celebrate diversity and help innovative and creative people from underestimated communities achieve their dreams. The 2027 theme is Reorient and Reinvent.
Choose your pass
Every pass covers all six festival days. Passes start at $97.50 CAD.
- Vertical Pass: $97.50 CAD (regular $195 CAD). Primary access to one vertical of your choice, plus general admission to the other verticals, for all 6 days, with networking events within your vertical, swag bag and digital program guide.
- Tribe Pass: $197.50 CAD (regular $395 CAD). Access to all six verticals for all 6 days, with opening and closing receptions, all tech, gaming and fashion events and all music and film events.
- VIP Pass: $397.50 CAD (regular $795 CAD). Everything in the Tribe Pass, plus priority entrance to all events, reserved seating at the main stage and VIP lounge access.
- Executive Pass: $547.50 CAD (regular $1,095 CAD). Everything in the VIP Pass, plus executive welcome reception, reservations open 5 weeks early and 1-on-1 networking with speakers.
Coming for one night only? Single event passes are available too. See the full comparison on the passes page.
The sooner you buy, the more you save
Pass prices go up in steps between now and August. Every pass is discounted the same way:
- Pre-Sale I: 50% off before March 15
- Pre-Sale II: 30% off before May 15
- Pre-Sale III: 20% off before July 15
After that, passes are full price. Prices change at midnight Mountain Time on each date.
Six verticals, one festival
- C-Tribe x Tech: Technology should feel more human, accessible and personal. Six days for builders, makers, founders, vibe coders, product thinkers and the curious.
- C-Tribe x Gaming: Gaming is more than play. It’s culture, community and a creative frontier for players, fans, developers, cosplayers and creators.
- C-Tribe x Fashion: Fashion is how we tell the world who we are before we say a word. For designers, stylists, models, buyers and anyone who sees clothing as culture, identity and art.
- C-Tribe x Culture: Culture is the thread that connects us and the canvas where we imagine what’s next. For artists, community builders and anyone who believes in sharing space, food, art and ideas.
- C-Tribe x Music: Music is how we move, heal and find each other. For artists, producers, fans, industry pros and anyone who has felt a song change their night.
- C-Tribe x Film: Every story deserves a screen, and every storyteller deserves a stage. A film community for filmmakers, producers, writers and audiences.
The 2027 programme includes the C-Black and C-ElevateHer pitch competitions, each with $20,000 CAD in prizes, and Pitch Quest for game developers. See the schedule.
Free ways in
- Diversity Pass: free, with full Tribe Pass benefits, for people from underestimated communities. Apply to be considered. Apply for a Diversity Pass.
- Village Expo: August 12-13, 2027, free with registration. Meet hiring teams, startups and community organizations. Learn about the Village Expo.
- Volunteer: join the crew that runs the festival. Apply to volunteer.
Last time in Edmonton
In 2024, C-Tribe Festival ran across 8 venues with 54 hours of programming and 1,198 people in the room. See who has taken the stage.
Good to know
When do prices go up?
The current price ends on March 15. The full schedule is above.
Is there a free option?
Yes. The Village Expo is free with registration, and you can apply for a free Diversity Pass.
Where is the festival?
Across venues in Edmonton, Alberta. Event details are on the schedule. More answers are in the FAQ.
About C-Tribe Festival
C-Tribe Festival is Canada’s innovation, arts, technology and culture festival spanning tech, fashion, gaming, music, culture, and film. Founded in Edmonton, the festival creates space for diverse voices to connect, create, and catalyze change across industries. C-Tribe Festival is produced by C-Tribe Society, a registered Canadian nonprofit. Media enquiries: press.