Metro Vancouver events on August 19, 2023

Million Dollar Quartet

Inspired by true events, this rocking jukebox musical takes you to Memphis and into Sun Records Studio on December 4, 1956.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 1:30 am to 9:00 pm | Musical

Roundhouse Community Dancers Exhibition

SOFT GAZE: Photography Exhibition

Vancouver | Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Exhibition

Richmond Dragon Boat Festival

The FreshCo Richmond Dragon Boat Festival is back this August! Soak in the sun on the shores of the Fraser River, and watch as 80 teams face off at Richmond’s only dragon boat race

Richmond | Imperial Landing | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | Festival | Free

Artisan Farmers Market

Experience a farmer’s market in a forested setting with ample paved parking steps away from Deer Lake while you listen to entertainers and meet up with friends to check out locally grown, baked and created goodies.

Burnaby | Burnaby City Hall Parking Lot | 9:00 am to 2:00 pm | Market | Free

Anime Revolution 2023

Anirevo aims to be the stimulus that inspires the discovery of creative outlets and skills that allow for self-expression through exposure and celebration of both Japan pop culture and animation

Vancouver | Vancouver Convention Centre | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

HPA Motorsports Pancake Breakfast - Great Canadian VW Show Weekend

HPA Motorsports hosts the Pancake Breakfast for the Great Canadian VW Show & Shine

Langley | 9:00 am to 11:00 am | Food / Wine

Nature’s Ninjas at the Vancouver Aquarium

Powerful shells. Razor-sharp spikes. Fearsome fangs. See and study these cunning defense mechanisms and so many others up close at Nature's Ninjas, only at Vancouver Aquarium for a limited time!

Vancouver | Vancouver Aquarium | 9:30 am to 5:30 pm | Family

2023 Abbotsford Summer Flower Festival

Summer in the Fraser Valley will see an explosion of colour as Lakeland Flowers invites you to explore over 45 acres of flowers! Visit our farm and walk among millions of blooms!

Abbotsford | Lakeland Flowers | 10:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Vancouver Gem Show

Discover an exceptional gathering of 60 premier gem, mineral, and jewellery vendors

Vancouver | Kitsilano Ice Rink | 10:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Live Music at Krause Berry Farms with the Willoughby Ridge Band

Join them on weekends in the KB Corral for live musical guests on the centre stage!

Langley | Krause Berry Farms & Estate Winery | 10:00 am to 3:00 pm | Family

Surrey Sunflower Festival 2023

Every summer season, the farm welcomes the public to wander the trails through their golden fields for three whole weeks

Surrey | 4334 186 St | 10:00 am to 7:00 pm | Family

Sunflower farm in Richmond welcomes public to visit for free

Wondering where to go in Richmond for the next family outing, date or photo tour?

Richmond | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Nature / Animals | Free

Vancouver Orchid Society 2023 Summer Sale of Orchids and Companion Plants

The Vancouver Orchid Society’s 2023 Summer Sale of Orchids and Companion Plants takes place August 19th

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 10:00 am to 1:00 pm | Nature / Animals

25th Season Chilliwack Corn Maze

We cannot wait to welcome everyone back for our 25th Season.

Chilliwack | Greendale Acres / Chilliwack Corn Maze | 10:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Summer Season at Burnaby Village Museum

Burnaby Village Museum opens its summer season with the launch of the exhibit: Truths Not Often Told: Being South Asian in Burnaby

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum | 11:00 am to 4:30 pm | Family | Free

Summer at the Met – Metropolis at Metrotown

Summer is more fun at The Met! Our calendar is jam-packed with activities, giveaways, and chances to WIN all season long

Burnaby | Metropolis at Metrotown | 11:00 am to 7:00 pm | Party

RibFest Langley

Not Just Ribs! Come Enjoy our Family-Friendly Community Event

Langley | McLeod Athletic Park | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Food / Wine | Free

iMade Pop Up Market

Come support small local brands. Bring the family and come to enjoy a beautiful day in gorgeous Fort Langley. Plus see the historical Fort Langley Community Hall.

Langley | Fort Langley Community Hall | 11:00 am to 4:00 pm | Market | Free

2023 PNE FAIR

Make the PNE Fair your End-of-Summer Tradition with *can’t miss* attractions and entertainment

Vancouver | PNE/Playland | 11:00 am to 8:00 pm | Music

Vancouver FC vs. Pacific FC

Be a part of Canadian history and join in the inaugural season of the Vancouver Football Club of the Canadian Premier League

Langley | Langley Events Centre | 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Sports

Summer Social at The Fraser Valley Cider Company 2023

We are so excited to be a part of the 3rd annual Summer Social on August 19 and 20th at the Fraser Valley Cider Company - it's going to be bigger and better than ever!

Langley | The Fraser Valley Cider Company | 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Food / Wine

Blind Pig Music Festival on Granville Island

The Blind Pig Music Festival, Vancouver’s newest music festival, is taking over Granville Island’s Performance Works for two weekends in August.

Vancouver | Performance Works | 4:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Festival

Richmond Night Market 2023

Enjoy the sunshine and come visit the night market for your Saturday night!!!

Richmond | 8351 River Rd | 6:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Food / Wine

2023 Summer Night Concerts: TLC

TLC’s influence transcends genres from pop, hip-hop, R&B to fashion and female empowerment. They continue to define generations

Vancouver | PNE/Playland | 8:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Music