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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.
Contents:
- Festivals
- Family Events
- Live Music and Related Events
- Live Theatre and Related Events
- Sports and Related Events
- All Other Events – Food Events, Exhibitions, Markets
I. Festivals
PNE Grounds, 2901 Hastings East, Vancouver
August 22, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Fair Any Day Admission $19 - $32
Make the PNE Fair your End-of-Summer party! Bring your friends and family out to our various attractions and entertainment including The SuperDogs, Dueling Pianos, agriculture displays, the ... »
Vancouver Art Gallery, 750 Hornby St, Vancouver
August 23, 2026
Free
Join us for a full day celebrating Indonesian culture, community, and heritage in the heart of Vancouver! Authentic Indonesian food & drinks Live cultural performances Interactive games &... »
New Westminster Quay, 810 Quayside Dr New Westminster
August 22, 2026
Free
Hyack Festival Association is sending summer off in style, so join us at the New Westminster Quay for a spectacular day filled with artisan market vendors & ... »
Town Centre Park, 1299 Pinetree Wy, Coquitlam
August 22, 2026 To August 23, 2026
$42.99 & up
Water Lantern Festival is a community event that encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to come together for a night of love and laughter. Gather with ... »
Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, 5180 Westwater Dr, Richmond
August 22, 2026
Free
The 23rd annual Richmond Maritime Festival welcomes all to Steveston to explore the rich nautical culture of the community. The free, family-friendly event will feature a vibrant ... »
II. Family Fun Activities
Yaletown, 1100 Mainland Street, Vancouver
August 23, 2026
Free
West Coast’s outdoor pet festival, Day of the Dog is the most fun you can have with your dog all summer! This FREE and pet-friendly festival ... »
Museum of Vancouver, 1100 Chestnut St, Vancouver
August 23, 2026
6047364431
Free
Vancouver Kelp Festival brings another year of the wonders of kelp and seaweed to the Museum of Vancouver for a fun-filled day of science, creativity, food and ... »
Shangrila Farm, 13842 Spratt Road, Mission
August 20, 2026 To October 10, 2026
$10 to $15
Shangrila Farm is a natural paradise garden where you can feel a deep connection to the beauty of nature. 10 acres garden has wonderful view which is surrounded ... »
Taves Farms, 333 Gladwin Rd., Abbotsford
August 20, 2026 To September 6, 2026
$22.70 & up
Stroll the Magical Sunflower Garden where you’ll meet Merlin and Marisol, our resident gnomes. Meander amongst the golden blooms as hidden wonders unfold, revealing their gnome ... »
Front Street Mews, New Westminster
August 7, 2026 To August 21, 2026
Free
Come down to Front St. and indulge in your favourite food truck delights, dance to live music, and explore the festival for handmade goods from our talented ... »
Richmond Country Farms, 12900 Steveston Hwy, Richmond
August 2, 2026 To September 7, 2026
$12 to $17
Wander the sunflower and dahlia fields and discover all the hidden photo-op moments. Enjoy a cool drink from the lemonade stand, the perfect ice cream cone and ... »
Greendale Acres, 41905 Yale Road, Chilliwack
July 29, 2026 To November 1, 2026
604-845-7771
$17 to $25
Greendale Acres is inviting families to make the most of the season and enjoy simple traditions, beautiful surroundings and memorable experiences. From the opening of the new ... »
Willowbrook Shopping Centre, 19705 Fraser Highway, Langley,
July 3, 2026 To August 28, 2026
(604) 530-4492
Free
Summer calls for free outdoor programming under the open sky. From Sports Days to Movie Nights, The Courtyard at Willowbrook will transform into a memorable place for ... »
BCIT Planetarium, 3700 Willingdon Ave Bldg SW3, Burnaby
May 30, 2026 To December 19, 2026
604 738 4918
$0 - $29
In Metro Vancouver’s UNDERGROUND dome the BCIT Planetarium. Choreographed LIVE with RGB Lasers throughout every show, 360 Video, Mandy the star projector, Full Concert Sound. All BC ... »
III. Live Music
The Pearl, 881 Granville St, Vancouver
August 23, 2026
Varies
Angine de Poitrine is a mysterious Quebec experimental rock duo from Saguenay, featuring Khn and Klek de Poitrine. Known for oversized papier-mâché masks, polka-dot visuals, microtonal ... »
Freedom Mobile Arch, 2901 E Hastings St, Vancouver
August 22, 2026 To September 7, 2026
$66.29 & up
The Summer Night Concerts are one of the most anticipated programs of the annual PNE Fair and will officially christen the Freedom Mobile Arch as Western Canada’... »
Celebrities Nightclub, 1022 Davie Street, Vancouver
August 22, 2026
$29.21
Conrad Taylor is a techno producer and DJ recognized for his high intensity, hard techno, genre fluid style. This summer he makes his Vancouver debut at Celebrities ... »
Fortune Sound Club , 147 East Pender Street, Vancouver
August 22, 2026
$37.32 & up
Washington state native Deb Never has become one of alt-pop’s most distinctive rising voices. After a standout feature on BROCKHAMPTON’s GINGER, she broke out with ... »
Semiahmoo Fish & Game Club, 1284 184 St, Surrey
August 22, 2026
$25 +fees
Salmon Sessions is one of Surrey’s can’t miss summer festivals, featuring live music, local food, craft beverages, family friendly activities, and a welcoming, accessible, pet ... »
Annex, 823 Seymour St, Vancouver
August 22, 2026
$25.85
Join Lordnation for an unforgettable evening of live violin music at the ANNEX in Vancouver. Experience a unique fusion of Afrobeats, Bollywood, Hip-Hop, R&B, Pop, ... »
Vancouver Public Library - Central Branch, 350 W Georgia St, Vancouver
August 21, 2026
604-331-3609
$100
Join us for an evening of interactive fun, led by our hilarious and heartfelt host, Layne the Auctionista. And enjoy a live musical performance by YSN Fab ... »
Fortune Sound Club, 147 East Pender Street, Vancouver
August 21, 2026
$28.21 & up
Pluko centres his project on discovery and curiosity. The bold visuals and confident sound give a sense of finding something outside the mainstream, appealing to listeners who ... »
Kitsilano Showboat, 2300 Cornwall Ave, Vancouver
June 17, 2026 To August 23, 2026
Free
Enjoy free outdoor summer concerts and multicultural performances during summer. »
III. Theatre and Related Events
Hastings Mill Park, 1575 Alma St, Vancouver
August 22, 2026
Free
Spend your Saturday at the Vancouver Outdoor Salsa Festival, where Hastings Mills Park comes alive with music and movement. Now in its second edition, this open-air celebration ... »
Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 600 Block Hamilton St., Vancouver
August 19, 2026 To August 22, 2026
$89 & up
Ali Wong is an Emmy award-winning actress, comedian, writer, and producer known for her breakout Netflix stand-up specials “Baby Cobra,” “Hard Knock Wife,” and the Emmy-nominated “Don ... »
Waterfront Theatre, 1412 Cartwright St, Vancouver
August 13, 2026 To August 23, 2026
$29 to $34+fees
From the team that brought you The Play That Goes Wrong and Wonderwall, comes the heartfelt comedy of the summer! After landing the role of James Bond, ... »
1695 Whyte Ave, Vancouver
August 7, 2026 To August 28, 2026
604-739-0559
$20 to $25
Featuring a rotating cast of some of Canada's best improvisers, each show is inspired by audience suggestions, creating an evening filled with unexpected characters, musical moments, and ... »
Malkin Bowl, 610 Pipeline Rd, Vancouver
July 5, 2026 To August 22, 2026
$35-$69
A curious, young mermaid, Ariel dreams of a world above the sea. After saving the life of Prince Eric following a disastrous shipwreck, Ariel strikes a dangerous ... »
Malkin Bowl, 610 Pipeline Rd, Vancouver
July 3, 2026 To August 21, 2026
$35-$69
Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) presents its 2026 season of heavenly soul with beloved musical hit, Sister Act. Blessed with Laughter. Bursting with Soul. Broadway’s Heavenly Hit! ... »
Vanier Park, Whyte Avenue, Vancouver
June 9, 2026 To September 19, 2026
$30 & up
The 2025 Season will include four dynamic productions including Much Ado About Nothing, The Two Gentlemen of Verona, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again], and ... »
III. Sports
Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
August 21, 2026
$24.65 & up
Cross Canada Series - WNBA »
Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
August 22, 2026
Free
Come experience the Tempo IRL at our free fan fest, and immerse yourself in a world of court, community, and culture. »
BC Place, 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
August 22, 2026
$35 & up
Vancouver Whitecaps FC's 16th season in MLS in 2026. »
Concord Pacific Place and False Creek, 88 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
August 22, 2026
Free
Join us for a special one-time event to celebrate a summer like no other and Vancouver’s culture! This is Vancouver. This is our heart beat. Enjoy ... »
Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
August 23, 2026
$29.80 & up
Cross Canada Series - WNBA »
BC Place, 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
August 23, 2026
$25 & up
Join us on Sunday, August 23 as the BC Lions return to Save-On-Foods Field at BC Place for the 4th Annual Watermelon Smash Presented by BC FED – our ... »
IV. Other Activities & Events
Maritime Labour Centre, 1880 Triumph Street, Vancouver
August 23, 2026
604-700-5814
$15
Westcoast Comic Con is an annual pop culture and collectibles trade show in Vancouver, British Columbia. It features back-issue comic books, toys, trading cards, artist alleys, and ... »
Fort Langley Historic Site, 23433 Mavis Ave., Langley Twp
August 23, 2026
Free
Fort Langley Car Show! This fantastic event is designed to bring our community together, by providing a fun event great for all ages. This event holds special ... »
UBC Farm, 3461 Ross Drive, Vancouver
August 23, 2026
$22.63 & up
Feast of Fields is a wandering harvest festival that highlights the connections between farmers and chefs, field and table, and farm folks and city folks. With a ... »
176th Street, between 56A and 58th Avenue, Surrey
August 22, 2026 To September 12, 2026
Free
Cloverdale has a vibrant and diverse neighbourhood, and is one of Surrey’s oldest communities. We invite you to come and explore Cloverdale’s historic past and ... »
Grandview Park, 1657 Charles St, Vancouver
August 22, 2026
$87 & up+fees
Vancouver’s Italian summer day party has arrived. Spaghetti Disco is a full afternoon of incredible pasta, wines from across Italy, Italian disco, and la dolce vita — ... »
Cloverdale Fairgrounds, 6050-176 Street, Surrey
August 21, 2026
$60
Taste of Cloverdale invites guests to experience an evening of exceptional cuisine prepared by local restaurants, paired with wines, craft beers, ciders, and spirits from British Columbia ... »
Michaels Craft Stores, Canada
August 1, 2026 To August 31, 2026
Free
Looking for a reason to unplug this summer? Michaels is hosting FREE art events throughout August, with hands-on workshops, live demos and online classes for artists of ... »
Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Avenue, West Vancouver
July 31, 2026 To August 30, 2026
6049257290
Free or by donation
The Ferry Building Gallery is delighted to present Tam Irving’s Dimensions, an exhibition of work sitting at the intersection of colour, form, and perception—where the ... »
Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond
July 25, 2026 To October 4, 2026
(604) 247-8363
Free
Displaying vibrant, colourful, dreamy, playful and at times absurd art works, Ongoing / Pacific Crossings highlights the eclectic range of contemporary art practices from Tokyo that examine new ... »
West Vancouver Municipal Hall, 750 17th Street, West Vancouver
July 21, 2026 To October 7, 2026
604 925 7290
$0.00
Angela Rae is a mixed-media painter who knows something about living between two worlds. After years riding the chaotic conveyor belt of Vancouver city life, she traded ... »
Glowbal, 590 W Georgia St, Vancouver
July 18, 2026 To December 20, 2026
$149 per person
The Wedding Party is coming to Vancouver! After success in Toronto, Secret City brings its hit dinner-theatre escape room to Glowbal. This immersive mystery blends puzzles, performance, ... »
The Reach Gallery Museum, 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford
July 11, 2026 To March 20, 2027
Free
The Reach Gallery Museum presents Interglacial by environmental artist and advocate Desirée Patterson. The exhibition examines the present as a critical moment in history, in which ... »
The Polygon Gallery, 101 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver
July 10, 2026 To October 25, 2026
By donation
The Polygon Gallery presents the first major institutional survey of Greg Girard, one of Canada’s most influential contemporary photographers, from July 10–Oct. 25, 2026. The exhibition presents more ... »
Museum of Vancouver, 1100 Chestnut St, Vancouver
July 9, 2026 To October 1, 2026
6045626373
free-$5
Did you know that Vancouver played a role in Nintendo establishing their North American headquarters? Or, that one of the top manufacturers of video game controllers during ... »
The Reach Gallery Museum, 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford
June 27, 2026 To March 20, 2027
Free
The Reach Gallery Museum presents Interglacial by environmental artist and advocate Desirée Patterson from June 27, 2026–March 20, 2027. The exhibition examines the present as a critical moment in ... »
The Polygon Gallery, 101 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver
June 25, 2026 To August 27, 2026
Admission is by donation
You are invited to enjoy classic films under the stars on Cates Deck in front of The Gallery. Now in its fifth year, Deckchair Cinema treats audiences ... »
Museum of Vancouver, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver
June 14, 2026 To September 13, 2026
6047364431
General Admission
Created by the BC Black History Awareness Society (BCBHAS) in partnership with the Royal BC Museum (RBCM), Hope Meets Action: Echoes Through the Black Continuum highlights the ... »
Museum of Vancouver, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver,
May 28, 2026 To February 7, 2027
6047364431
Free - $24
For over five decades, Gu Xiong (b. 1953) has shaped contemporary art in Canada and China. By centering personal memory and lived experience, his work gives voice to ... »
The Shipyards, #230-125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver,
May 15, 2026 To September 11, 2026
Free
Discover the vibrant atmosphere of the Shipyards Night Market, nestled in the heart of North Vancouver. Every Friday night, locals and visitors gather at the Shipyards District ... »
Museum of Anthropology (MOA), 6393 NW Marine Dr, Vancouver
May 14, 2026 To October 12, 2026
FREE - $26
The Museum of Anthropology at UBC (MOA) presents the world premiere of I Use My Haida Eyes: The History Robes of Jut-ke-Nay–Hazel Wilson, on display from ... »
8351 River Road, Richmond
April 24, 2026 To September 20, 2026
$7
Dive into the enchanting world of Richmond Night Market 2026. As the sun sets, the night market come alive with over 600 international food options that waiting for you ... »
Museum of Anthropology (MOA), 6393 NW Marine Drive, Vancouver
March 19, 2026 To January 3, 2027
$0-$26
The Museum of Anthropology at UBC (MOA) presents the world premiere of Tupananchiskama: Ancient Andean Cosmovision, on display at MOA. Guest curated by Luis Manuel González, ... »
Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art, 639 Hornby St, Vancouver
February 14, 2026 To February 14, 2027
FREE - $13
Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the world premiere of Every River Has a Mouth, guest curated by Snuneymuxw artist Eliot White-Hill, Kwulasultun, from February 14, 2026 – ... »
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Ok. Ok. You guys think you are soooo funny. I was just trying to make sure no one was getting ripped off. $2 is a lot of money for some people!
Can somebody update the 2026 prices for Bill, please?
Wait till Bill sees the prices in 2025!!!
Losing my mind at all these “Bill” comments and wondering who they’re referring to 😂😂
Love how the turds pile on Bill at the bottom of the bowl.
Bill, Billy & William all got 2 dollars for their allowance. What is the combined sum that they will spend?
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So glad Im not going to the event with Bill. Imagine the rant he’d have on pay parking.
yeah, BIll…you’re gonna have a jammer over two bucks.
Yeah Bill settle down piglet
Thanks for the event information.
This is by far the best website to be updated with events going on in the city!
Great Canadian Volkswagen Show at Concorde Pacific next to Science World. The biggest VW show in Canada! Sunday 10am-4pm
Geez Bill,calm down, eh
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.