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From the final weekend at the PNE Fair to the Interior Provincial Exhibition and Stampede, there is plenty to do this 2026 Labour Day Weekend in BC.
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Saanich Fair
Enjoy Western Canada’s Oldest Continuous Agricultural Fair ~ The 158th Saanich Fair on Labour Day Weekend!
September 5 – 7, 2026 @ 1528 Stellys Cross Rd, Saanichton — Details
Nikkei Matsuri Festival
Enjoy Japanese culture at Nikkei Centre in Burnaby. The cultural festival will have a selection of your favourite Matsuri food, local artisans and vendors.
September 4 – 6, 2026 @ Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre – 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby — Details
PNE Fair
Make the PNE Fair your End-of-Summer Tradition with *can’t miss* attractions and entertainment including the SuperDogs, Chinese Acrobats, High Dive Show, Dueling Pianos, Agriculture Displays, Drag Shows, Cooking Demonstrations, Pyro Musical, Exhibits, Home Showcase, and the return of Summer Night Concerts!
August 22 to September 7, 2026 @ 2901 Hastings East, Vancouver — Details
Sunshine Music Festival
This is a yearly event that features live music, local food, and artisan booths at the Palm Beach Regional Park during Labour Day weekend.
September 5 – 6, 2026 @ Palm Beach Regional Park, qathet — Details
Victoria Fringe Festival
The 2026 Victoria Fringe will feature local, national, and international artists again this summer as the Fringe returns for 12 days of indie theatre. The festival celebrates 40 years of fringe theatre in 2026. FringeKids is a two-day mini-fest packed with interactive activities, story time, and performances for ages 3+.
September 5 – 7, 2026 @ Various locations, Victoria — Details
Country Crush Festival
Country Crush returns for its ninth year as a family-friendly celebration featuring live country and folk music, line dancing, wine and specialty drinks, a food truck, vendor market, 50/50 draw, and Wine Olympics. All entry donations support #TiannaStrong, helping 11-year-old Tianna Jaylen Laranjo-Huntington and her family during her treatment for Ewing Sarcoma at BC Children’s Hospital.
September 5, 2026 @ Nostalgia Wines, 4900 Black Sage Road, Oliver — Details
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Go on a Zipline Adventure
British Columbia is full of fun and wild adventures that are great for people of all ages and abilities. Zipline courses dot the province’s mountains and range from the longest in Canada to short courses designed for beginners. The beautiful mountains that provide so many other adventure activities also allow visitors to enjoy gondola rides up to get the most fantastic views of the areas.
Across BC — Details
Labour Day at Burnaby Village Museum
Celebrate the last day of the summer season with a fun filled day of free carousel rides and learning about labour history. Uncover fascinating stories behind the labour movement in British Columbia and the 100+ years of CUPE at the City of Burnaby. Take part in a special themed scavenger hunt, demonstrations, live music, special displays and hands on activities.
September 7, 2026 @ Burnaby Village Museum, 6501 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby — Details
Richmond Sunflower Festival
Share #instaworthy moments with family. There are over 20 different varieties of Sunflowers and Dahlias on over 8 acres of land for you to enjoy.
until early September 2026 @ Richmond Country Farms, 12900 Steveston Hwy, Richmond — Details
Heartland Country Festival
Discover the BC’s country music at the first annual Heartland Country Festival in Sun Peaks.
September 4 to 5, 2026 @ Sun Peaks Resort, Sun Peaks — Details
Enjoy Scenic Train Rides
From short, unique trips to multi-day journeys, you can easily find a train ride to suit your desires.
Across BC — Details
TAIWANfest
TAIWANfest returns to the streets of Downtown Vancouver with the theme “ECHOES OF THE OCEAN”, to hear, taste, and see the Stories of Independence that lie behind the music, food, and arts.
September 5 – 7, 2026 @ Various Venues, Vancouver — Details
See Sunshine Coast
From Howe Sound in the south to Desolation Sound in the north, the 177-kilometer stretch that makes up this area is chock full of adventure activities, historical sites, and cultural attractions. — Details
Trail – A Gathering of Indigenous Voices
A Gathering of Indigenous Voices brings together Métis, Anishinaabe, Cree and Hesquiaht artists in a shared space. The exhibition features Laura Lee Graves’ Hesquiaht‑rooted abstracts informed by Woodland teachings, alongside Woodland works by Johnny Mukwa, Kassondra Pelletier and master artist Mark Anthony Jacobson. Together, these artists create a moment of collective presence, where distinct practices converse, where lineages and stories stand side by side, and where community is invited to meet the work on its own terms.
September 14 – October 8, 2026 @ Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, Nelson — Details
Sea to SkyArte in Britannia Village
Sea to SkyArte is a weekly art walk in Britannia Village inspired by Playa del Carmen’s CaminArte, featuring local artists and creators displaying their work throughout the historic village. Visitors can browse at their own pace, meet the artists, and enjoy nearby restaurants and shops against the scenic backdrop of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains.
Every Saturday starting August 8, 2026 @ Sea to Sky Gallery, Britannia Beach — Details
Potato Festival
Enjoy a day of potato-themed activities, heritage demonstrations, live music, and tasty food. Learn about cheesemaking, explore heirloom potatoes, and enjoy a 10% discount in our store!
September 7, 2026 @ Huble Homestead, Prince George — Details
Apple Harvest Days at Davison Orchards
Located in Vernon, this farm has goats, chickens, peacocks, and plenty of fun. Get your fill of apples as u-pick tours happen during September weekends.
September @ Vernon — Details
Cross a Suspension Bridge
With a variety of landscapes, there are opportunities to experience crossing both short and long bridges over rivers and canyons. Accessible by either hiking or visiting a tourist site, those who love suspension bridges will be easily able to find something to enjoy in the province.
Across BC — Details
Kootenay Rockies
From historic sites to adventure activities, hot springs and family activities, fantastic hotels and unique places to eat, there is so much to keep you busy here that you will find you want to return to the area again and again. Details
Nelson Pride Festival
Nelson Pride Festival is happening during the long weekend. This is West Kootenay’s biggest pride celebration! Celebrate the LGBTQ+ community in a safe and welcoming way.
August 29 – September 5, 2026 @ Various Venues, Nelson — Details
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Barkerville Historic Town & Park
Explore over 400 hectares with many heritage buildings and discover more than 150 years of history at this Heritage Property & Park.
@ 81 kilometres (50 miles) east of Quesnel — Details
Plan a trip to the Southern Gulf Islands
Gulf Islands National Park Reserve protects 15 islands that are rich in history and exquisite wilderness. With an impressive amount of natural beauty comes an impressive amount of activities to keep you and your friends super busy while getting to know these hidden gems. — Details
Chilliwack Corn Maze
Create a memorable and safe farm experience on the 20-acre farm.
@ Greendale Acres, 41905 Yale Road, Chilliwack — Details
Visit a Unique Place
The province of British Columbia offers a wide variety of activities and sights, through diverse landscapes and historical areas. Each area of the province has amazing qualities and places to visit, but for those looking for the truly different, or unique, these destinations may be for you.
Across BC — Details
U-Pick Flower Festival
Bloom + Breeze Farm’s U-Pick Flower Festival offers a relaxed agritourism experience where visitors can wander through seasonal flower fields, handpick blooms, and create their own bouquet to take home. The family-run farm also features fresh-cut flowers and farm-crafted bundles, with private gatherings and workshops available in its scenic Squamish Valley setting.
July 18 – October 1, 2026 @ Bloom + Breeze Farm, 14988 Squamish Valley Rd, Squamish — Details
Wicked Woods Music and Arts Festival
Held on the unceded territory of the Akisqnuk First Nation, Wicked Woods Music and Arts Festival celebrates life, freedom, and individuality. Nestled in the Canadian Rockies, it’s a vibrant, judgment-free haven for self-expression and connection.
September 4-7, 2026 @ Fairmont Hot Springs, BC — Details
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Explore Caves and Tunnels
The mainland of British Columbia offers several caves and tunnels, but it is Vancouver Island that is the draw for those who are looking for an underground adventure. There are more than 1000 caves on Vancouver Island alone!
Across BC — Details
Explore the Myra Canyons
Hike or bike through this spectacular landscape enjoying the beautiful scenery, wildflowers, and wildlife. The Canyons are open for day use only.
Myra Canyon Trestle, Kelowna — Details
Indulge Yourself at Hot Springs
Whether you are looking for secluded, undeveloped springs, or those that feature other services and amenities, British Columbia has a multitude of hot springs available for travellers in almost every part of the province. No matter when, we are sure a soak in any of these will surely take your troubles away. — Details
Interior Provincial Exhibition and Stampede
Visit Armstrong to enjoy the annual fall fair extravaganza. It is the largest agricultural fair in Western Canada.
September 2-6, 2026 @ Fairgrounds, 3371 Pleasant Valley Pd, Armstrong — Details
North Thompson Fall Fair & Rodeo
The North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo includes amusements, a full exhibit hall, bingo, outdoor and indoor entertainment, three days of BCRA Rodeo, bull riding, light horse show, heavy horse competitions, pony chariot and chuckwagon racing, and trick riders.
September 5–7, 2026 @ 677 Barriere Lakes RD Barrière Details
Scenic Drive
With a mixture of ocean, mountains, valleys, lakes, vineyards, waterfalls, orchards and farmland, the highways and byways of the province will take you past some amazing views. A road trip through the province will allow you to experience a little bit of everything.
Across BC — Details
Explore Cowichan
For those unfamiliar, Cowichan is a district located in beautiful British Columbia’s southern Vancouver Island. Cowichan, when translated from First Nations Coast Salish, means ‘Quw’utsun’ or ‘land warmed by the sun!’ The name is upheld by the expansive options of fun outdoor activities, heightened by the warm months of summer. Details
See Attractions in Northern British Columbia
Lose yourself in the multitude of Provincial Parks, or learn about the history of explorers, settlers, and the Aboriginal cultures of the province. Experience the great outdoors as it was meant to be, with clean, crisp air and magnificent scenery! — Details