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Weekend Activities and Events in Vancouver
A digest of What’s On in and around Vancouver during this weekend including free fun family activities, live music, performing arts & theatre, festivals and sports events.
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- This is How British Columbia Plans to Reopen
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Contents:
- In-Person Events & Online Events for Kids
- Explore Vancouver
- Virtual Events
Wherever You Are
September 27, 2020
1-800-387-4474 ext.4967
Fundraise
Show Them You’ve Got Their Back… Kidney Walks are the cornerstone of The Kidney Foundation of Canada’s fundraising efforts. It’s a time when we ... »
2150 Alpha Ave, Burnaby
September 26, 2020
Free admission
Enjoy a fun filled TAKEOUT food truck festival »
Concord Community Park, Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
September 26, 2020
FREE
Join us for a series of Saturday Markets at Concord Community Park. »
Fraser River Discovery Centre, 788 Quayside Drive, New Westminster, BC, Canada
September 26, 2020 To September 27, 2020
6045218401
Free
The FRDC is excited to announce the return of RiverFest for its 18th year! Presented by the Port of Vancouver, RiverFest is a FREE family-friendly festival taking ... »
St. Helen's Anglican Church, 4405 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver
September 26, 2020
$32.84 - $43.45
We welcome pianist WenWen Du and fantastic musicians from the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for music of Chopin, Brahms, and more! We are thrilled to offer a small ... »
Metro Theatre, 1370 S.W. Marine Drive, Vancouver
September 25, 2020 To October 17, 2020
604 266 7191
$30
Jack Chesney and Charles Wykham, two upperclass, gimmick-prone Oxford students, find themselves “soft-hearted” with love. Both plan to propose. But since their Victorian-era girlfriends won’t stay ... »
Maan Farms & Estate Winery, 790 McKenzie Rd, Abbotsford
September 25, 2020 To November 1, 2020
604) 864-5723
Early bird: $35; Afterwards $42 - $55
The Scariest Corn Maze in Canada After coming across a video about an abandoned testing facility beneath Maan Farms, Thomas decides to see if there is any ... »
Maan Farms & Estate Winery, 790 McKenzie Rd, Abbotsford
September 25, 2020 To November 2, 2020
604) 864-5723
$10–$12 per person
Fall in Love with Fall at the Farm What’s a Fall Festival!? 1. Snow White Pumpkin Patch with real life Snow White 2. Most IG Ready Pumpkin Patch ... »
Online and In-person
September 24, 2020 To October 7, 2020
604.683.3456
$9 - $15
The Vancouver International Film Festival welcomes the world to Vancouver as it showcases the top international, Canadian and BC films and plays host to industry professionals from ... »
Vancouver Convention Centre West, 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver
September 24, 2020 To September 27, 2020
$0.00 - $112.46
Art Vancouver is an international art fair presenting over 100 local and international galleries and artists. Art Vancouver provides an opportunity to view and purchase artwork from over 15 ... »
BREWHALL, 97 E 2nd Ave, Vancouver
September 24, 2020 To October 11, 2020
+1 604-709-8623
Oktoberfest Package $37.50 / person
Bust out your Lederhosen or Dirndl, its Oktoberfest at BREWHALL! We’ll be kicking off the socially distanced celebration with daily food and drink features including Soft ... »
97 Braid St, New Westminster
September 19, 2020 To November 1, 2020
604-341-1496
Food Cost
On the wave of a very successful Canada Day we have extended our drive-thru food truck experience bi-weekly for the summer. Welcome to the Braid StrEAT Experience! ... »
Online
September 19, 2020 To September 27, 2020
Donation
Vancouver 30th International Flamenco Festival – free online performances. This year we celebrate our 30th edition of the Vancouver International Flamenco Festival, and whilst we may not be ... »
North Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu,250 Esplanade East, North Vancouver
September 19, 2020 To September 26, 2020
604-770-1766
Free
+++ LEARN LIFE SAVING TECHNIQUES +++ Participants will learn 6 critical techniques to address the following threat scenarios: -How to thwart potential attacks by making yourself a \”hard target\”. -How ... »
Art's Nursery Garden & Home, 8940 192nd Street, Surrey
September 19, 2020 To October 31, 2020
Free
Given the social and safety challenges of 2020, our annual fall scarecrow event has transformed into a “Scarecrow Stroll”. It starts Saturday Sept 19 and is on until Halloween! ... »
Museum of Vancouver, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver
September 17, 2020 To December 9, 2020
604-730-5300
$9.25-$20.50
This micro-exhibition in the MOV studio called c̓əc̓əwitəl̕ | helping each other | ch’áwatway, provides an opportunity for the 2019 YVR Art Foundation (YVRAF) scholarship recipients ... »
662 Clarkson Street, New Westminster
September 11, 2020 To October 31, 2020
6049361234
$50.00
Hidden Wonders is a speakeasy-style performance venue hidden behind a fake business facade in New Westminster’s historic downtown and is the brainchild of two-time world champion ... »
Various Venues, Vancouver
September 10, 2020 To December 8, 2020
Free & Ticketed Events
The Vancouver Fringe is a celebration of all kinds of theatre. »
Shangrila Farm, Spratt Rd, Fraser Valley F
September 5, 2020 To September 29, 2020
$6 - $12
Ten acres of this stunning garden with a 360-degree mountain view, dahlia flowers, hand made artworks, and much more waiting for you to discover. »
Deer Lake Gallery, 6584 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
September 5, 2020 To October 3, 2020
Free admission / By donation
Over the last half century, Burnaby has gone from a single art gallery in a library basement gallery to a vibrant arts scene with theatres, sculptures, and ... »
Online and In-person
September 1, 2020 To September 27, 2020
Free; Registration
Join us for a full month of Moon Fest-ivities! Still Moon Arts Society is excited to announce that the 18th Annual Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival will be ... »
Olympic Village (Southeast False Creek), Salt Street, Vancouver
September 1, 2020 To September 30, 2020
Free
A self-guided soundwalk for Soundwalk September. »
Keto Caveman Cafe, 605 West Pender Street, Vancouver
August 28, 2020 To December 18, 2020
$12.69 - $13
The Comedy After Dark features hilarious pro & amateur comics working out their darkest and dirtiest material. »
Taves Estate Cidery, 333 Gladwin Rd, Abbotsford
August 27, 2020 To October 31, 2020
Varies
The Applebarn is the heart and soul of the Taves Family’s offering to their community. It is a must-see late summer and fall adventure for any ... »
Various participating restaurants across Vancouver
August 21, 2020 To September 21, 2020
fixed price menus from $15 - $45
Dine Outside, Vancouver style! We are thrilled to announce the launch of Dine Out Vancouver Festival’s first summer-time food and drink celebration: Dine OutSide. In addition ... »
Chilliwack Corn Maze & Pumpkin Farm, 41905 Yale Road, Chilliwack
August 15, 2020 To October 31, 2020
604-845-7771
$10.75 - $12.75
Welcome to the Chilliwack Corn Maze. We are dedicated to protecting our family, your family and our employees. We aim to create a memorable and safe farm ... »
Firehall Arts Centre, 280 East Cordova Street, Vancouver
August 14, 2020 To September 27, 2020
$20
The Firehall Arts Centre is pleased to present, Music in the Courtyard, a summer-long music series that will occur on weekends throughout August and September 2020. August Schedule ... »
Havana Vancouver, 1212 Commercial Drive, Vancouver
August 13, 2020 To September 24, 2020
Donation and Ticketed
A short and super-sweet comedy variety show, performed LIVE from Havana Theatre. Available for in-person and virtual audiences alike! Come watch Vancouver’s funniest! Stand-up, music, poetry, ... »
The Vancouver Aquarium, 845 Avison Way, Vancouver
August 7, 2020 To September 30, 2020
6046593474
0 - $40
Joey was found orphaned at only a few days old near Kyuquot B.C. He was rescued and brought to the Ocean Wise Marine Mammal Rescue Centre ... »
Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art, 639 Hornby St, Vancouver
July 16, 2020 To April 11, 2021
Regular admission
Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art celebrates the milestone centennial birthday of Bill Reid (1920–1998) with an exhibition about his extraordinary life and legacy, To Speak With ... »
Cathedral Square, 566 Richards Street, Vancouver & Lot 19, 855 W Hastings Street
June 17, 2020 To September 30, 2020
Free
Between June and September, artists will be presenting their work and techniques in the beautiful setting of Lot 19 and Cathedral Square, downtown Vancouver. »
Keto Caveman Cafe, 605 West Pender Street, Vancouver
February 8, 2020 To December 19, 2020
$12 - $15
Live, uncensored stand-up comedy from the funniest comics in Vancouver, and from all over the world! »
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Online
September 19, 2020 To September 27, 2020
Free
Word Vancouver 2020 is moving to a digital platform. All of readings, panels, and talks will be held online. It is our goal to come together in celebration ... »
Online
September 17, 2020 To September 20, 2020
Free Virtual event
Join us, along with 40+ makers and small shops, for the last edition of our Virtual Summer Market series! Shop from a curated collection of clothing, food, jewelry, ... »
Online via Zoom
September 16, 2020 To September 29, 2020
$10 - $15
VHF is taking the spirit of the tour online for 2020 VHF is putting a spotlight on heritage homes, their history, design and the distinct character of Vancouver’... »
Various Venues, Vancouver
September 10, 2020 To December 8, 2020
Free & Ticketed Events
The Vancouver Fringe is a celebration of all kinds of theatre. »
Online and In-person
September 1, 2020 To September 27, 2020
Free; Registration
Join us for a full month of Moon Fest-ivities! Still Moon Arts Society is excited to announce that the 18th Annual Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival will be ... »
Where ever You are
June 1, 2020 To December 31, 2020
Minimum $5 Donation
Race day is 100% unique to you and your birthday or the friend/family member's birthday that you're supporting. On race day, choose the route of your choice ... »
ONGOING EVENTS
I. Family & Kids Activities
Safari at Home
Try out the Safari at Home activities to entertain the Little Ones.Details
Fun with VPL
Get a VPL card online and use these 10 Free Vancouver Public Library Services. Details
Tour Egyptian Heritage Sites Virtually
Explore various heritage sites in Egypt from tombs to monasteries. Details
Tour International Space Station
Ever dreamed of going to the ISS? Tour the International Space Station virtually. Details
Visit Zoo Animals Online
Zoos across Canada have decided to bring their inhabitants to your home. Here is a list of places where you can watch wildlife online.
Science Experiments to Do at Home with Kids
Here are a few easy fun science activities/experimentsthat are easy and super fun in addition to being educational.
Did you know that the Saskatchewan Science Centre in Regina is posting online content? Check them out online for fun science time!
25 Fun Things to Do with Kids Inside Your Home
Things to Do With Teens During COVID-19 Days
Canadian Museums & Museums Across the World Online
With the advent of technology and widespread availability of the internet, the world is now at your fingertips. You can travel to distant lands, tour famous museums, all from the comfort of your home.
Explore Canada From Home
II. Live Music
Free & Paid Online Music Classes and Resources for Kids
50+ Music Concerts to Watch Online This Weekend
Music Concerts to Watch Online
Watch a few of the 50+ online concerts scheduled this weekend.
III. Theatre & Performing Arts
Theatre Performances From Across the World
With Covid-19 pandemic forcing theatres to shut their doors, many performing art centres have taken to being open virtually. Watch Bolshoi Ballet’s The Nutcracker to Gounod’s Roméo et Juliette from the Metropolitan Opera this weekend. DetailsVarious, time limits for watching, varies from 24 hours to a week.
IV. Other activities
Help Local Businesses
The shutdown of businesses except essential services is hurting local businesses. Check out the ways in which you can help them. Details
Clean and Donate
Now that you have plenty of time at hand, do a thorough spring cleaning. Pack and keep for donating as many locations may not be accepting donations currently.
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We do try to make the listings as accurate as possible, but there might be errors/Events may be cancelled or postponed without any notice. Verify all details from concerned Event Websites/officials.
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BC Highland Games ticket prices. You claim to be $2 lower than the actual website lists under Eventbrite. So how you you obtain the lower prices you offer??? Adults listed at $15 on the website for the Games but you say $13. Gate prices not listed at all on either place..
We verified the details, when it was listed – It was early bird pricing. Regular pricing started on June 1.
Geez Bill,calm down, eh
Great Canadian Volkswagen Show at Concorde Pacific next to Science World. The biggest VW show in Canada! Sunday 10am-4pm
This is by far the best website to be updated with events going on in the city!
Thanks for the event information.
Yeah Bill settle down piglet
yeah, BIll…you’re gonna have a jammer over two bucks.
So glad Im not going to the event with Bill. Imagine the rant he’d have on pay parking.
Bill, Billy & William all got 2 dollars for their allowance. What is the combined sum that they will spend?
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