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Carnaval del Sol
What: This year, we spotlight the energy, resilience, and joy of Latin communities while setting the stage for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Carnaval del Sol is not just a festival; it’s a cultural warm-up for a global celebration — connecting people through the universal languages of music, movement, and shared passion.
When: July 11 - 13
Where: Jonathan Rogers Park 110 W 7th ave, Vancouver
More details: https://www.carnavaldelsol.ca/
English Bay Night Market
What: Join the festivitie for an evening filled with ocean views, local makers, live music, face painting, and a jewellery charm bar. This seaside celebration promises a vibrant blend of creativity, community, and summer vibes.
When: Friday July 11, 3-10pm
Where: 1800 Davie Plaza, Vancouver
More details: https://westendbia.com/events/english-bay-night-market-3/
Fridays on Front
What: Get ready for a fabulous summer of local vendors, drool-worthy food trucks, live beats, and activities that’ll have the whole fam living their best life. Looking for nerdy one-of-a-kind handmade treasures? We got ‘em. Craving some street food that’ll make your taste buds sing? Done. Just wanna soak up the electric vibes of downtown New West? Say less.
When: Friday evenings 6-10pm, July 11 – August 22
Where: Front st Mews, New Westminster
More details: https://www.fridaysonfront.ca/
Vancouver Craft Beer and Music Festival
What: VCBW is British Columbia’s #1 craft beer festival. It is the perfect blend of tasting and learning about over 125 beers while listening to International, A-level talent performing on stage.
When: Saturday July 12
Where: PNE Fairgrounds 2901 East Hastings st, Vancouver
More details: https://www.vancouvercraftbeerweek.com/
New West Craft Summer Night Market
What: Shop over 60 handmade vendors outside on the boardwalk and inside River Market. Enjoy LIVE music along with food and drinks from amazing River Market restaurants and more!
When: Saturday July 12, 3-9pm
Where: River Market at New West Quay 810 Quayside dr, New Westminster
More details: https://artsnewwest.ca/whats-on/#!event/2025/7/12/new-west-craft-night-market
Symphony in the Park
What: For over 30 years, Symphony in the Park has been a summer favourite, not only to the residents of Burnaby, but to patrons from all over the region. This free, outdoor concert features the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra performing exceptional symphonic music surrounded by the beauty of Burnaby’s Deer Lake Park. Bring a blanket or chair and a picnic and settle in for a wonderful evening with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra.
When: Saturday July 12, 7:30pm
Where: Deer Lake Park 5435 Sperling ave, Burnaby
More details: https://www.vancouversymphony.ca/event/symphony-in-the-park/
Skate Night at Rolla Skate Club – Total Request
What: Strap on your skates and boogie down at our Disco Party-where the lights are flashy, the music is groovy, and the rink is ready for your best moves! Join us every weekend at Rolla Skate Club and experience a vibrant atmosphere of music, dancing, joyful movement, and a welcoming community that celebrates fun and connection through roller skating!
When: Saturday July 12, 6-10pm
Where: Rollerland PNE Fairgrounds 2901 East Hastings st, Vancouver
More details: https://rollaskateclub.com/events/
Chinatown Festival
What: Get ready to celebrate community, culture, and summer fun at the 23rd BMO Vancouver Chinatown Festival, a free two-day family-friendly event. Explore the historic neighbourhood while shopping unique offerings from local merchants, enjoying live performances, and taking part in fun activities for all ages!
When: July 12 - 13
Where: Keefer at Columbia st, Vancouver
More details: https://www.vancouver-chinatown.com/festival
Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival
What: For the first time ever, the Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival expands into Surrey—one of Metro Vancouver’s most vibrant and fast-growing cultural hubs. Join us for a two-day celebration of Taiwanese music, dance, food, art, and heritage, right in the heart of the city. This family-friendly event brings together dynamic performances and hands-on cultural experiences, offering something for all ages and interests.
When: July 12 – 13, 12-6pm
Where: City Hall 13450 104th ave, Surrey
More details: https://tccfestival.ca/2025-surrey
Hycroft Secret Garden Party
What: Imagine sweeping views of a grand Edwardian estate in Vancouver, vintage cars parked beside a sculpted garden, and guests in a Bridgerton-inspired setting sipping wine among classical stone sculptures — that’s what you’ll find at the Hycroft Secret Garden Party which offers rare access to one of Vancouver’s most storied estates. This one-day-only event invites the public to explore the Hycroft mansion and its sprawling gardens in an immersive, period-inspired summer celebration.
When: Sunday July 13, 2-6pm
Where: Hycroft Estate 1489 McRae ave, Vancouver
More details: https://uwcv.ticketspice.com/hycroft-secret-garden-party
Chilliwack Pride Festival
What: Prepare for a day filled with joy, connection, and celebration at the Chilliwack Pride Festival hosted by the Chilliwack Pride Society! On Sunday, July 13, 2025, Downtown Chilliwack and District 1881 will burst into life with over 150 vendors, exciting activities, and continuous live entertainment – all under this year’s vibrant theme, Bloom With Pride!
When: Sunday July 13, 11am-5pm
Where: Central Community Park 45951 Victoria ave, Chilliwack
More details: https://www.chilliwackpride.com/festival-2025
Tour de Concord
What: Enjoy Vancouver’s biggest free community bike festival and criterium cycling races at the 5th Annual Tour de Concord. Watch competitive pro cyclists race laps on the north shore of Vancouver’s False Creek. Register today to enjoy free family activities, bike tune-ups by MEC, Cycling BC kids bike obstacle courses, a chance to win over $10,000 in draw prizes, and more! Also enjoy a variety of food trucks, bike vendors, and a beer garden with premium viewing of the racetrack. Fun for all ages!
When: Sunday July 13, first race starts at 10am
Where: Concord Pacific Place 88 Pacific blvd, Vancouver
More details: https://www.tourdeconcord.com/
Festivibe
What: Experience the world in one unforgettable day! Join us for Festivibe — a free, multicultural celebration of community, culture, and creativity.
When: Sunday July 13, 12-10pm
Where: The Shipyards 19 Wallace mews, North Vancouver
More details: https://theshipyardsdistrict.ca/event/festivibe
Opera in the Park
What: Music Director Jacques Lacombe leads the Vancouver Opera Orchestra in an evening of duets, arias, and timeless music, featuring highlights from Verdi’s eternally thrilling Rigoletto, Mozart’s light-hearted Così fan tutte, Puccini’s most enduring story, La Bohème, and more!
When: Sunday July 13, 7:30pm
Where: Deer Lake Park 5435 Sperling ave, Burnaby
More details: https://www.vancouveropera.ca/opera-in-the-park/
Vancouver FC vs Calgary Cavalry
When: Sunday July 13, 6pm
Where: Willoughby Community Park at the Langley Events Centre 7782 200th st, Langley
More details: https://www.canpl.ca/vancouverfc
Recurring:
Big Marché Coquitlam Summer Market
What: Join us for a fantastic selection of food stalls and food trucks, unique artisan vendors, a vibrant farmers market, a refreshing beer garden, and a fun-filled library bus. Enjoy yard games, engaging craft activities, and captivating performances. With the enthusiastic participation of local communities, this event is set to be a memorable celebration you won’t want to miss! Mark your calendars and come be a part of the excitement!
When: Weekends in July
Where: 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
More details: https://visitcoquitlam.ca/series/big-marche-coquitlam-summer-market/
Queen’s Park Summer Concert Series
What: The Summer Concert Series features a variety of musical styles from a wide range of artists from the Metro Vancouver region. Bring the whole family to these free events, and we hope to see you there!
When: Sundays in July, 2-4pm
Where: The Habitat in Queen’s Park 1st st at 3rd ave, New Westminster
More details: https://artsnewwest.ca/program/queens-park-summer-concert-series/
Let’s Hear it For Yaletown
What: Enjoy talented local jazz bands and exciting swing dancing performances by the Vancity Hot Jazz Society. Experience the magic of live Canadian music, from New Orleans trad jazz to soulful gospel, as the outdoor square comes alive with infectious rhythms. Join us for this unforgettable musical journey!
When: On now until July 11
Where: Bill Curtis Square 1198 Mainland st, Vancouver
More details: https://yaletowninfo.com/whats-happening/music/jazz/
Indian Summer Festival
What: Under the theme "Borderless Solidarities" this year's Indian Summer Festival explores how we can resist hardened borders and dream otherwise. Each of the panels will expand on this theme, exploring and unpacking how to fracture narratives of inevitability to ricochet instead into what is possible.
When: On now until July 13
Where: Various locations in the lower mainland
More details: https://indiansummerfest.ca/events
Arts Club Theatre presents: Waitress
What: Small-town waitress and expert pie-maker Jenna dreams of a new life outside of her tumultuous marriage. Facing an unexpected pregnancy that complicates her desires, Jenna sees winning the grand prize in a pie-baking contest as her lifeline. With pals from the diner and a new romance in her corner, will she find it within herself to take this gutsy leap of faith? Featuring a delectable score by Grammy Award–winning artist Sara Bareilles, this energetic and emotional musical is a treat for the ears and soul.
When: On now until August 3
Where: Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage 2750 Granville st, Vancouver
More details: https://artsclub.com/shows/2024-2025/waitress
Arts Club Theatre presents: The Mouse Trap
What: On a dark and wintry night, seven strangers are snowed in at a remote English guesthouse while news spreads of a murder in London. The sudden arrival of a police sergeant throws the guests in a panic: the killer is in their midst! The game is now afoot as the sergeant begins to uncover the unsavoury secrets of the visitors. Which one is the murderer? Who will be the next target? For over 70 years, the longest-running play in history has kept audiences guessing. Can you solve this world-famous mystery?
When: On now until August 10
Where: Granville Island Stage 1585 Johnston st, Vancouver
More details: https://artsclub.com/shows/2024-2025/the-mousetrap
Playland
What: Play up high at Playland! This is where your summer excitement begins.
When: Wednesdays to Sundays, on now until August 15
Where: PNE Fairgrounds 2901 East Hastings st, Vancouver
More details: https://www.pne.ca/playland/2025unlocked/
Theatre Under the Stars presents: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Legally Blonde The Musical
What: From Willy Wonka’s world of pure imagination to the perfectly pink, chic aesthetic of Elle Woods, TUTS invites audiences to bask in the glow of its summer season, bursting with fast-paced adventure, light-hearted whimsy, and feel-good delights
When: On now until August 16
Where: Malkin Bowl 610 Pipeline rd, Vancouver
More details: https://www.tuts.ca/ticket-information
Kitsilano Showboat
What: Celebrating their 90th anniversary bringing world class talent to the Kitsilano community. Kitsilano Showboat operates as a community stage for amateur entertainment over the summer months at Kitsilano beach.
When: Wednesday to Sunday, on now until August 17
Where: 2300 Cornwall ave, Vancouver
More details: www.kitsilanoshowboat.com
Uptown Live Summer Series
What: Experience free live music in My Uptown New West! We’ve got a great line-up of local talent ready to bring the streets to life. You’ll find buskers at Westminster Centre, Royal City Centre Plaza, Rocky Point Ice Cream, and more all summer long. Grab a friend, explore the neighbourhood, and enjoy free live music in the heart of Uptown New West
When: Saturdays, on now until August 30
Where: Various locations in New Westminster
More details: www.myuptown.ca/uptownlive
Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
What: Our popular Cloverdale Summer Music Festival returns with live local musical performances offered every weekend from June 28th to August 31st.
When: Saturday and Sundays, on now until August 31
Where: 17630 56th ave, Surrey
More details: https://fvhrs.org/events/
Gastown Sunday Set
What: Water Street is turning into a stage, gallery, café patio, dance floor, and open-air playground – every Sunday. Each week features a fresh set list of DJs, art drops, interactive installations, markets, games, and curated surprises. It’s street-level culture, served up weekly in the heart of Vancouver’s most iconic neighbourhood. This is your new Sunday ritual.
When: Sundays, On now until August 31, 11am-6pm
Where: Water st between Richards and Columbia, Vancouver
More details: https://gastown.org/sundayset/
Made in the 604 Summer Night Market
What: Join us for waterfront strolls, yummy local treats, and handmade finds from your favourite small businesses. Plus, the Kids Zone is back to keep the little ones entertained while you shop, snack, and soak in the summer vibes.
When: Every Friday 5-10pm, on now until September 12
Where: Pipe Shop Venue 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
More details: https://www.madeinthe604.ca/markets
Shipyards Night Market
What: 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 to indulge in a culinary extravaganza, explore unique artisan vendors, enjoy live music and DJ’s while unwinding in the beer garden.
When: Every Friday 3-10pm, on now until September 12
Where: The Shipyards 19 Wallace mews, North Vancouver
More details: https://shipyardsnightmarket.com/
Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival
What: On the BMO Mainstage it’s a new production of Much Ado About Nothing directed by Johnna Wright with additional text by Erin Shields, packed with Shakespeare’s wittiest wordplay, romance, and intrigue. It will play in repertory with Shakespeare’s comedy of love and disguise, The Two Gentlemen of Verona, directed by Dean Paul Gibson and performed with a unique ‘80s twist.
When: On now until September 20
Where: Vanier Park 110 Chestnut st, Vancouver
More details: https://bardonthebeach.org/
Junction Public Market
What: Pop in, chow down, drink up! Whether you’re visiting Vancouver or call the city home, we have a curated selection of eats, treats, drinks and shops – right on the waterfront.
When: Tuesday to Sunday, on now until September 28
Where: Granville Square 200 Granville st, Vancouver
More details: https://junctionpublicmarket.com/market-info/
Richmond Night Market
What: We’re turning 25, and it’s all thanks to you! Richmond Night Market 2025 is celebrating a Summer of Love to give back and show our heartfelt appreciation for your support over the past 25 incredible years. Get ready for our most exciting and love-filled season yet! With 500+ global food options, 100+ retail booths, giant bouncy castles, live performances, and endless games, there’s excitement at every turn.
When: Weekends, on now until October 13
Where: 8351 River rd, Richmond
More details: https://richmondnightmarket.com
Value: Rebecca Belmore at the MOA
What: For more than four decades, Rebecca Belmore has been a force for change through her embodied artistic practice. Her work confronts the dominant narratives and social structures of colonialism, and implicates us all in her concern with the social realities of Indigenous experience of capital.
When: On now until October 19
Where: Museum of Anthropology 6393 NW Marine dr, Vancouver
More details: https://moa.ubc.ca/exhibition/value/
Burnaby Central Railway Miniature Train
What: A fabulous miniature railway, that tens of thousands of people get to enjoy every year. A unique park in North Burnaby that has become a favourite destination for families, children, seniors, and visitors from around the world. Where the delight of a young child, taking a train ride for the first or tenth time, is met with a smile by a crew member, who volunteers his or her time to make it all happen.
When: Weekends, 11am-5pm, on now until October
Where: 120 North Willingdon ave, Burnaby
More details: https://bcsme.org/
Nuxalk Strong: Dancing Down the Eyelashes of the Sun
What: In the world’s first-ever dedicated exhibition of the Nuxalk, co-curated by Snxakila–Clyde Tallio (Nuxalk Nation, Director of Culture and Language) and Jennifer Kramer (MOA Curator, Pacific Northwest), Nuxalk ways of knowing are being shared with the world. Nuxalk Strong brings together over 60 Nuxalk historic treasures drawn from the MOA collections, other museums, private and family collections.
When: On now until January 5, 2026
Where: Museum of Anthropology 6393 NW Marine Drive, Vancouver
More details: https://moa.ubc.ca/exhibition/nuxalk-strong/
Kihl ‘Yahda Christian White: Master Haida Artist
What: This exhibition is the first major solo exhibition of Haida artist Kihl ‘Yahda, Christian White. Guest curated by Sdahl Ḵ'awaas, Lucy Bell, also of the Haida Nation, the exhibition features artworks that span the entirety of Christian’s 50-year career, as well as collaborative works from several of his apprentices.
When: On now until February 1, 2026
Where: Bill Reid Gallery 639 Hornby st, Vancouver
More details: https://www.billreidgallery.ca/blogs/exhibitions-page/kihl-yahda-christian-white-master-haida-artist
Farmers Markets:
Surrey Urban Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, on now until October 4, 10-3pm
Where: Royal Kwantlen Park 13035 104th ave, Surrey
More details: https://surreymarket.org/
Fort Langley Village Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, on now until December 6, 9am-3pm
Where: 9025 Glover rd, Fort Langley
More details: https://fortlangleyvillagefarmersmarket.org/
West End Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, on now until October 25, 9am – 2pm
Where: 1100 Comox st between Bute and Thurlow, Vancouver
More details: www.eatlocal.org
Trout Lake Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, on now until October 25, 9am-2pm
Where: North parking lot of John Hendry Park, Lakewood dr at 13th ave, Vancouver
More details: www.eatlocal.org
Riley Park Summer Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, on now until October 25, 10am – 2pm
Where: 50 East 30th ave at Ontario st, Vancouver
More details: www.eatlocal.org
Mount Pleasant Farmers Market
When: Sundays, on now until October 26, 10am – 2pm
Where: Dude Chilling Park 8th ave at Guelph st, Vancouver
More details: www.eatlocal.org