Metro Vancouver events calendar for August 2015. Best festivals, concerts, fun things to do, British Columbia Day shows & events, kids activities, and free entertainment in Vancouver, BC.

Farmers' Market

Burnaby's Farmers' Market is the place to find locally grown conventional and organic produce, prepared foods and crafts

Burnaby | Burnaby City Hall Parking Lot | 9:00 am to 2:00 pm | Food / Wine

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

39th Annual Powell Street Festival パウエル祭 #PowellStFest

Vancouver's free annual celebration of Japanese-Canadian arts, culture & heritage!

Vancouver | Oppenheimer Park | 11:30 am to 7:00 pm | Festival

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Movies Under the Stars - Wreck-It Ralph

There’s a fun-filled, family-friendly movie line-up planned this summer - Wreck-It Ralph

Surrey | Holland Park | 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream of William Shakespeare's

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | Kids

39th Annual Powell Street Festival パウエル祭 #PowellStFest

Vancouver's free annual celebration of Japanese-Canadian arts, culture & heritage!

Vancouver | Oppenheimer Park | 11:30 am to 7:00 pm | Festival

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream of William Shakespeare's

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Theatre

Comedy with Karil & Family

This non-stop comedy show originated as Comedy Nights with Kapil, where many celebrity guests appear

Vancouver | Pacific Coliseum | 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream of William Shakespeare's

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

SPES Day Camp: Week 5 – Stanley Park Survivor

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream of William Shakespeare's

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

SPES Day Camp: Week 5 – Stanley Park Survivor

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Kidsworld on the Samson V Paddle Wheeler

Families can explore the wonders of life keeping the Fraser River safe. Tour the last steam-powered sternwheeler in BC, then try some knot-tying and other nautical crafts.

New Westminster | 11:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Summer Fun In the Park

Drop-in and enjoy crafts, games, face painting and more in the Park

Richmond | Steveston Community Centre | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Kids | Free

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream of William Shakespeare's

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

SPES Day Camp: Week 5 – Stanley Park Survivor

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | Kids

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Royal City Farmers Market

Join us every Thursdays from 3pm to 7pm for an exciting and family friendly farmers market!

New Westminster | Tipperary Park | 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Family

Drop-in Drawing for Adults

Draw from original works of art! This program is a social time for adults to draw in the Gallery

Richmond | Richmond Art Gallery | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Visual Arts | Free

Salsa by the Sea at the Ferry Building Gallery Landing

Salsa by the Sea Lessons

West Vancouver | Ferry Building Gallery Landing | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Dance

Enchanted Evening Concert Series by Dr. Sun Yat-Sen

Spend your summer nights dining and dancing as you drink in the sights of Vancouver’s own urban oasis at this year’s Enchanted Evenings Concert Series by the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden.

Vancouver | Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

Talk & Tour: The Happy Story

The Happy Show is one of the largest exhibitions in MOV's 120-year history

Vancouver | Museum of Vancouver | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Exhibition

Impromptu Rock Choir

Have great fun singing contemporary & classic rock and pop songs.

West Vancouver | The Silk Purse Arts Centre | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream of William Shakespeare's

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

SPES Day Camp: Week 5 – Stanley Park Survivor

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

Outdoor BootCamp

Build strength and fitness through a variety of intense group intervals over an hour.

North Vancouver | Rogers Plaza (Outside JBCC) | 9:30 am to 10:30 am | Sports

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Fraser South Regionals

Regional summer swim meet hosted by the Richmond Kigoos

Richmond | Watermania | 12:30 am to 10:00 pm | Sports

Summer Movie Series - Guardians of the Galaxy

Friday nights for a movie Guardians of the Galaxy

New Westminster | Queen's Park Stadium | 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Film

Friday Movie Nights in Cloverdale - Big Hero 6

Big Hero 6 at Don Christian Park

Surrey | Don Christian Park | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream of William Shakespeare's

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Fraser South Regionals

Regional summer swim meet hosted by the Richmond Kigoos

Richmond | Watermania | 6:00 am to 6:00 pm | Sports

Farmers' Market

Burnaby's Farmers' Market is the place to find locally grown conventional and organic produce, prepared foods and crafts

Burnaby | Burnaby City Hall Parking Lot | 9:00 am to 2:00 pm | Food / Wine

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Richmond Maritime Festival

The Richmond Maritime Festival celebrates all things waterfront at the Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site

Richmond | Britannia Shipyards | 11:00 am to 8:00 pm | Festival

Century House Cultural Crawl: Arts in Action

Join Century House artists, crafters, quilters, painters, garden gals and New West Artists in a celebration of talent and creativity over a weekend of fun.

New Westminster | Century House | 11:00 am to 4:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Local Heritage Painter Vojislav Morosan Fine Art Oils

Surrey | Seventh Heaven Art & Beauty Salon | 11:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Irving House 150th Birthday Celebration

150th Birthday Celebration. Come celebrate with us!

New Westminster | Irving House | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Amazing Farm Scavenger Hunt

Show off your settler skills and test your knowledge of Surrey’s past for prizes and bragging rights

Surrey | Historic Stewart Farm | 12:00 am to 3:00 pm | Family

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Burnaby Blues + Roots Festival

Burnaby Blues + Roots Festival returns to Deer Lake Park for another family-friendly day filled with amazing music.

Burnaby | Deer Lake Park | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Movies Under the Stars - Home

There’s a fun-filled, family-friendly movie line-up planned this summer - Home

Surrey | Holland Park | 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family

T.G.I.F&S Outdoor Public Dancing Series

Salsa with Baza Dance

New Westminster | Queensborough Community Centre Patio | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Free

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream of William Shakespeare's

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Fraser South Regionals

Regional summer swim meet hosted by the Richmond Kigoos

Richmond | Watermania | 6:00 am to 6:00 pm | Sports

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Century House Cultural Crawl: Arts in Action

Join Century House artists, crafters, quilters, painters, garden gals and New West Artists in a celebration of talent and creativity over a weekend of fun.

New Westminster | Century House | 12:00 am to 3:00 pm | Active Life / Health

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream of William Shakespeare's

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Theatre

WWE Live Summerslam Heatwave Tour

See your favorite WWE Superstars at the Pacific Coliseum

Vancouver | Pacific Coliseum | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

SPES Day Camp: Week 6 – Wild About Wildlife

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Sounds of Summer Music Series - Popular Strings Trio

Summer sunsets, live music and stunning settings in Fleetwood Park

Surrey | Fleetwood Park | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Music

A Midsummer Night's Dream

William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

SPES Day Camp: Week 6 – Wild About Wildlife

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Summer Fun Nights - King George Park

Play and have fun family time

Richmond | King George Park Gathering Place | 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm | Family

Brit Floyd - Space & Time World Tour

Brit Floyd, the World's Greatest Pink Floyd Show, at the Orpheum Aug 11, 2015

Vancouver | Oprheum | Music

A Midsummer Night's Dream

William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

SPES Day Camp: Week 6 – Wild About Wildlife

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Kidsworld at Anvil Centre

Anvil Centre is proud to partner with KidsWorld for one day in August.

New Westminster | Anvil Centre | 11:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Summer Fun In the Park - Steveston Community

Drop-in and enjoy crafts, games, face painting and more in the Park

Richmond | Steveston Community Centre | 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Family

Senior Pride Hoedown

Here’s an afternoon of hoedown fun: square dancing, two-step, line dancing.

New Westminster | Century House | 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Dance

Wilco

Wilco returns to Vancouver with their 20th Anniversary Tour with special guest Jenny Lewis at the Orpheum Aug 12, 2015

Vancouver | Orpheum | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

A Midsummer Night's Dream

William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

SPES Day Camp: Week 6 – Wild About Wildlife

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Royal City Farmers Market

Join us every Thursdays from 3pm to 7pm for an exciting and family friendly farmers market!

New Westminster | Tipperary Park | 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Family

Salsa by the Sea at the Ferry Building Gallery Landing

Salsa by the Sea Lessons

West Vancouver | Ferry Building Gallery Landing | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Dance

After Hours at the Vancouver Aquarium – Adults Only!

It will be a last chance to explore the groundbreaking exhibit Sea Monsters Revealed

West Vancouver | Vancouver Aquarium | 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Exhibition

Enchanted Evening Concert Series by Dr. Sun Yat-Sen

Spend your summer nights dining and dancing as you drink in the sights of Vancouver’s own urban oasis at this year’s Enchanted Evenings Concert Series by the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden.

Vancouver | Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

Impromptu Rock Choir

Have great fun singing contemporary & classic rock and pop songs.

West Vancouver | The Silk Purse Arts Centre | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

A Midsummer Night's Dream

William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

SPES Day Camp: Week 6 – Wild About Wildlife

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

Outdoor BootCamp

Build strength and fitness through a variety of intense group intervals over an hour.

North Vancouver | Rogers Plaza (Outside JBCC) | 9:30 am to 10:30 am | Sports

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

New West Pride Group Exhibition - Pride Arts Celebration

New West Pride Group Exhibition

New Westminster | Montague Gallery, Centennial Lodge | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Exhibition

Sunset Sounds at Mountain View Cemetery

Join Mountain View Cemetery's Composer in Residence and double bassist Mark Haney and guests for three informal summer evenings of ambient music.

Vancouver | Mountain View Cemetery | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

T.G.I.F&S Outdoor Public Dancing Series

Zumba Dance with Me Studio

New Westminster | Westminster Pier Park | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Dance | Free

Summer Movie Series - Rio 2

Friday nights for a movie Rio 2

New Westminster | Queen's Park Stadium | 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Film

Friday Movie Nights in Cloverdale - Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory at Katzie Elementary School

Surrey | Katzie Elementary School | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

A Midsummer Night's Dream

William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Farmers' Market

Burnaby's Farmers' Market is the place to find locally grown conventional and organic produce, prepared foods and crafts

Burnaby | Burnaby City Hall Parking Lot | 9:00 am to 2:00 pm | Food / Wine

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

CEFA Early Learning Open House

The CEFA system is an educational method designed to educate the whole child, not simply academically, but socially, emotionally and physically.

New Westminster | 725 Carnarvon Street | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Sailing on the Fraser

Make a model ship to take home, check out some old-time toys and hear about Captain Irving’s travels.

New Westminster | Westminster Pier Park | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Fibre Crafts Festival

Celebrate traditional fibre crafts at the Surrey Museum

Surrey | Surrey Museum | 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Family

Movies Under the Stars - How to Train Your Dragon 2

There’s a fun-filled, family-friendly movie line-up planned this summer - How to Train Your Dragon 2

Surrey | Holland Park | 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family

A Midsummer Night's Dream

William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Music in the Alexandra Park: BC Regiment Brass Group

Bring a picnic lunch, blanket or chair, and enjoy an afternoon of original music, instrumental and vocal swing, blues, Latin, bebop, and ballads in the relaxing setting of Alexandra Park in the West End.

Vancouver | Haywood Bandstand, Alexandra Park | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Music | Free

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream of William Shakespeare's

New Westminster | Bernie Legge Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Theatre

Nicki Minaj

GRAMMY® Award-nominated artist and entertainer, Nicki Minaj, today announced the North American dates for THE PINKPRINT TOUR.

Vancouver | Rogers Arena | Show

SPES Day Camp: Week 7 – Secret Life of Plants

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Summer Fun In the Park - Steveston Community

Come and enjoy crafts, face painting, games and more In the park

Richmond | Steveston Community Centre | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Kids

Sounds of Summer Music Series - Baroque to Broadway Flute Ensemble

Summer sunsets, live music and stunning settings in Bear Creek Park

Surrey | Bear Creek Park | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Music

SPES Day Camp: Week 7 – Secret Life of Plants

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Summer Fun Nights - King George Park

Play and have fun family time

Richmond | King George Park Gathering Place | 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm | Family

SPES Day Camp: Week 7 – Secret Life of Plants

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Summer Fun In the Park - Steveston Community

Drop-in and enjoy crafts, games, face painting and more in the Park

Richmond | Steveston Community Centre | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Family

SPES Day Camp: Week 7 – Secret Life of Plants

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Royal City Farmers Market

Join us every Thursdays from 3pm to 7pm for an exciting and family friendly farmers market!

New Westminster | Tipperary Park | 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Family

Summer Fun In Steveston park

Come join us in the park for a summer bbq, hot dogs, watermelon, live music by Nandan, face Painting and games

Richmond | Steveston Community Centre | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Family

Salsa by the Sea at the Ferry Building Gallery Landing

Salsa by the Sea Lessons

West Vancouver | Ferry Building Gallery Landing | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Dance

After Hours at the Vancouver Aquarium – Adults Only!

It will be a last chance to explore the groundbreaking exhibit Sea Monsters Revealed

West Vancouver | Vancouver Aquarium | 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Exhibition

Enchanted Evening Concert Series by Dr. Sun Yat-Sen

Spend your summer nights dining and dancing as you drink in the sights of Vancouver’s own urban oasis at this year’s Enchanted Evenings Concert Series by the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden.

Vancouver | Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

Impromptu Rock Choir

Have great fun singing contemporary & classic rock and pop songs.

West Vancouver | The Silk Purse Arts Centre | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

SPES Day Camp: Week 7 – Secret Life of Plants

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

Outdoor BootCamp

Build strength and fitness through a variety of intense group intervals over an hour.

North Vancouver | Rogers Plaza (Outside JBCC) | 9:30 am to 10:30 am | Sports

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Summer Fun In the Park - Steveston Community

Come and enjoy crafts, face painting, games and more In the park

Richmond | Steveston Community Centre | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Family

Summer Movie Series - Aladdin

Friday nights for a movie Aladdin

New Westminster | Queen's Park Stadium | 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Film

Friday Movie Nights in Cloverdale - Monsters University

Monsters University at Don Christian Park

Surrey | Don Christian Park | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Farmers' Market

Burnaby's Farmers' Market is the place to find locally grown conventional and organic produce, prepared foods and crafts

Burnaby | Burnaby City Hall Parking Lot | 9:00 am to 2:00 pm | Food / Wine

A Day in the Life of a Pioneer

Travel back in time to experience a day in the life of a child in pioneer times.

New Westminster | Irving House | Kids

9th Annual Quayside Boardwalk Festival & Sale

Join the 9th annual Quayside Boardwalk festival & sale on August 22, 2015.

New Westminster | Quayside Boardwalk | 10:00 am to 3:00 pm | Fair

Teddy Bear Picnic

Bring a favourite stuffed bear to share in the arts, crafts and song activities

Richmond | Steveston Community Centre | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Family

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Columbia StrEAT Food Truck Fest

With over 70 food trucks and 2 extra blocks of fantastic food, extended pub patios, and live entertainment, you don’t want to miss some of the best food trucks in the region including Vij’s Railway Express, Tacofino, Culver City Salads, Mom’s Grilled Chee

New Westminster | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Festival

Movies Under the Stars - Cinderella

There’s a fun-filled, family-friendly movie line-up planned this summer - Cinderella

Surrey | Holland Park | 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family

T.G.I.F&S Outdoor Public Dancing Series

Latin Dance with Me Studio

New Westminster | Sapperton Plaza | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Dance | Free

Mountain View Cemetery Walking Tour

Swayed by the Muses: Authors and Musicians at Mountain View Cemetery

Vancouver | Mountain View Cemetery | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Active Life / Health | Free

Family Sunday at Art Gallery

Free, fun and fabulous! Family Sunday is a free drop-in art program that offers families the occasion to explore the Art Gallery together through various art activities

Richmond | Richmond Art Gallery | 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Family

SPES Day Camp: Week 8 – Happening Habitats

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

Slipknot

Hard rock juggernaut Slipknot has announced details of a massive summer headline tour deemed the “Summer’s Last Stand” tour.

Vancouver | Rogers Arena | Music

Sounds of Summer Music Series - Sitar & Tabla

Summer sunsets, live music and stunning settings in The Plaza at City Hall

Surrey | The Plaza at City Hall | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Music

Writers Fest: Louise Penny

Writers Fest presents author Louise Penny talking about her new novel at the Vancouver Playhouse, Aut 24, 2015

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | Festival

SPES Day Camp: Week 8 – Happening Habitats

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

SPES Day Camp: Week 8 – Happening Habitats

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Summer Fun In the Park - Steveston Community

Drop-in and enjoy crafts, games, face painting and more in the Park

Richmond | Steveston Community Centre | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Family

West Fest

Local entertainment, potato sack races, a photo booth, pie eating contests, corn roast, bbq concession and more

Richmond | West Richmond Community Centre | 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm | Family

SPES Day Camp: Week 8 – Happening Habitats

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Royal City Farmers Market

Join us every Thursdays from 3pm to 7pm for an exciting and family friendly farmers market!

New Westminster | Tipperary Park | 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Family

Salsa by the Sea at the Ferry Building Gallery Landing

Salsa by the Sea Lessons

West Vancouver | Ferry Building Gallery Landing | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Dance

Impromptu Rock Choir

Have great fun singing contemporary & classic rock and pop songs.

West Vancouver | The Silk Purse Arts Centre | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

SPES Day Camp: Week 8 – Happening Habitats

By popular demand, this summer Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES) is offering day camps for children ages 7 to 9

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Kids

Outdoor BootCamp

Build strength and fitness through a variety of intense group intervals over an hour.

North Vancouver | Rogers Plaza (Outside JBCC) | 9:30 am to 10:30 am | Sports

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

T.G.I.F&S Outdoor Public Dancing Series

Swing Dance with Me Studio

New Westminster | Westminster Pier Park | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Dance | Free

Summer Movie Series - Big Hiro 6

Friday nights for a movie Big Hiro 6

New Westminster | Queen's Park Stadium | 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Film

Friday Movie Nights in Cloverdale - Finding Nemo

Finding Nemo at Katzie Elementary School

Surrey | Katzie Elementary School | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Farmers' Market

Burnaby's Farmers' Market is the place to find locally grown conventional and organic produce, prepared foods and crafts

Burnaby | Burnaby City Hall Parking Lot | 9:00 am to 2:00 pm | Food / Wine

Robert Davidson: Progression of Form

Exhibition of contemporary Canadian art and Davidson’s cultural and artistic history

North Vancouver | The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Visual Arts

Movies Under the Stars - Big Hero 6

There’s a fun-filled, family-friendly movie line-up planned this summer - Big Hero 6

Surrey | Holland Park | 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family

Sounds of Summer Music Series - Jazz

Summer sunsets, live music and stunning settings in Holland Park

Surrey | Holland Park | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Music

Janet Jackson

Music icon, multiple GRAMMY® Award-winner and multi-platinum selling artist Janet Jackson begins her UNBREAKABLE WORLD TOUR in Vancouver!

Vancouver | Rogers Arena | Music