Since the beginning
Our Story
A community-born night market on the North Vancouver waterfront, carrying forward a legacy of creativity, connection, and celebration.
How We Got Here
From a single vision to 250,000+ visitors per season.
The Beginning
Ingrid Doerr creates the original Shipyards Night Market, transforming the historic North Vancouver shipyards into a vibrant community gathering place every Friday evening.
In Memoriam
Ingrid Doerr passes away, leaving behind a legacy of community, creativity, and connection that touched thousands of North Shore residents.
A New Chapter
Dani MacPherson and iMADE resurrect the market with the blessing of Ingrid's family — her sister Monika and nephew Kyle — carrying forward Ingrid's vision for a community-first night market.
Version 2.0
The market grows to over 250,000 seasonal attendees, becoming one of the largest weekly night markets in Western Canada with expanded live music, artisan vendors, and food experiences.
2026 Season
May 15 through September 11 — 18 Fridays of live music, artisan vendors, food trucks, and community. The best season yet.
Four Pillars
Every Friday night is built on four experiences that come together to create something special.
Live Music
From opening acts to headliners, enjoy live performances on the Main Stage at Shipbuilders Square and acoustic sets on the Cates Deck every Friday evening.
Learn moreArtisan Market
Browse 50+ curated local vendors featuring jewelry, art, clothing, home decor, vintage finds, and more — all handpicked to showcase the best of BC creativity.
Learn moreFood Trucks
A rotating lineup of 11–15 food trucks each week serving everything from tacos and BBQ to beavertails and vegan fare. Something for every palate.
Learn moreBeer Garden
Free entry to The Garden Beer Market featuring local craft beers from Phillips, cocktails from OLE, and refreshments — first-come, first-served.
Learn moreProduced by
iMADE
"To inspire, create confidence, fire up creativity, generate local business, and encourage business growth.
CONIFER Entertainment Society
The Shipyards Night Market is presented by CONIFER Entertainment Society, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to producing large-scale community events on the North Shore. CONIFER works alongside iMADE to bring world-class entertainment, local artisan showcases, and memorable experiences to the North Vancouver waterfront.
As a society, CONIFER reinvests in the community through charitable collaborations, supporting local wildlife rescue organizations, ocean conservation groups, and cultural initiatives across British Columbia.
Press & Media
For media inquiries, press passes, and interview requests, please reach out to our communications team.
Media Inquiries
We welcome press coverage and are happy to provide images, press kits, and arrange interviews.
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