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Goals & Dhol Canada Day Edition 2026
Event Details
A Unique Canada Day Celebration of Sport, Culture, and Community
Celebrate Canada Day with an unforgettable experience that brings together the excitement of soccer, the energy of live dhol, and the vibrant traditions of Punjabi culture.
The Royal Academy of Punjab is proud to present Goals & Dhol Canada Day Edition 2026, a free community celebration designed to inspire participation, promote cultural understanding, and create meaningful connections among people of all ages and backgrounds.
Taking place at the Millennium Amphitheatre in Surrey, this dynamic event transforms Canada Day into an interactive experience where sport, music, dance, and community engagement come together in one exciting public gathering.
In partnership with RED FM and supported through the Government of Canada’s Celebrate Canada Program, Goals & Dhol reflects the diversity, creativity, and community spirit that define Canada.
Experience Goals & Dhol
At the heart of the celebration is our signature Goals & Dhol activation—a unique fusion of soccer and Punjabi cultural traditions. Participants can enjoy soccer challenges, dribbling competitions, family-friendly games, and interactive activities enhanced by the powerful rhythms of live dhol. This innovative program encourages teamwork, physical activity, and community participation while creating an energetic and welcoming atmosphere for everyone.
Learn, Dance, and Celebrate
Throughout the day, visitors will have the opportunity to participate in free Punjabi folk arts workshops led by experienced instructors and cultural practitioners. These interactive sessions introduce participants to the movements, rhythms, and stories behind traditional forms including:
- Bhangra
- Giddha
- Jhummar
- Luddi
- Sammi
- Dhol Drumming
Whether you are trying these traditions for the first time or reconnecting with your cultural roots, everyone is welcome to join.
Live Performances and Community Activities
The event will feature cultural performances, youth showcases, live dhol presentations, community engagement activities, and family-friendly experiences designed to encourage participation and intercultural exchange. Local organizations, volunteers, community leaders, and cultural groups will come together to create a vibrant celebration that reflects the rich diversity of Surrey and the broader Canadian community.
Building Community Through Culture
Goals & Dhol is more than an event—it is an opportunity to bring people together through shared experiences. By combining sport, cultural learning, artistic expression, and community participation, the celebration creates spaces where families, youth, newcomers, Indigenous communities, and residents from diverse backgrounds can connect, learn from one another, and celebrate what makes Canada unique.
Event Information
Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Millennium Amphitheatre
17728 64 Avenue
Surrey, BC V3S 1Z2
Admission: Free and Open to the Public
Presented By
Royal Academy of Punjab Society
In Partnership With
RED FM
Supported By
Government of Canada – Celebrate Canada Program
For more information, please contact:
Royal Academy of Punjab Society
Phone: 604-401-6700
Email: info@royalacademy.org
Website: www.royalacademy.org
Join us as we celebrate Canada through culture, community, movement, and music.
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Covid-19 Health and Safety Plan
Safe Physical Distancing: The dance floor has been marked into safe distance zones whichare at least 2 metres apart or more. Only one person is permitted per marker, and please stayin your marked area.
Hand washing: Please wash your hands or sanitize before your class and after your class.Use the sinks in the washrooms (one person at a time)
Masks: The most recent recommendation from Canada’s public health is that of wearing anon-medical masks or face covering as an additional layer of protection, even when physicaldistancing is active at the studio.
We recommend you wear a mask while attending a class if you are comfortable doing so, but do take it offif you experience dizziness or a shortness of breath while wearing it.
Our Cleaning and Disinfecting Protocols: We have implemented enhanced antibacterialand antiviral cleaning and sanitizing protocols for all common areas and surfaces, includingwashrooms, light switches, door handles. etc. This includes increasing the frequency thatthese items are cleaned (number of times per day) as well as the timing (before and afterclasses).
If You Feel Unwell: If you are experiencing symptoms such as fever, chills, a cough, sorethroat, stuffy or runny nose, etc, or if you are in proximity with someone who is ill, please stayhome and DO NOT attend classes (This will be strictly enforced).
Class Times: We are staggering our class start times with a break between classes to allowfor cleaning and sanitization as well as to prevent large groups from congregating in thestudio during class cross over.
Limited contact: Staff and students are asked to please refrain from high fives and hugs forthe time being from public health advisors.
Travel: If you have recently travelled internationally, please stay home, self - isolate yourself,and refrain from attending the classes. Also, if you have travelled across different provinceswith-in Canada, it is mandatory to let us know in advance.
PARENTS: You can help! Please help your children read and understand these guidelines if youdecide to send them for their classes at the studio.We have given the full control to ourparents to make the decision of whether to send the children to the studio or continue theirclasses on ZOOM. We recommend to encourage the students to take safety as a priority andthen learn to keep themselves safe.