Metro Vancouver events on September 19, 2026

Bigger Ideas Conference. The Power of a Woman

Bigger Ideas Conference™ (BIC) Where women gather to think bigger, lead boldly, and build what lasts

Vancouver | Microsoft Vancouver | 9:00 am to 5:30 pm | Business / Finance

Sunflower Festival at Richmond Country Farms

Richmond Country Farms Sunflower Festival is now open for the season, transforming 20 acres of fields into a sea of bright yellow beneath blue summer skies

Richmond | Richmond Country Farms | 10:00 am to 7:00 pm | Nature / Animals

Renfrew Ravine Moon Festival 2026

Experience enchanting live music, giant lanterns and illuminated art set among the towering trees and flowing waters of Renfrew Ravine

Vancouver | Various locations, Renfrew-Collingwood | 10:00 am to 8:00 pm | Festival

Vancouver International Boat Show: Fall Marina Show & Sale

Come experience Western Canada’s largest fall sale of boats, marine gear, and accessories

Delta | Marina at Hampton Cove | 10:00 am to 6:00 pm | Market

Culture Days. Family Crafts for Mid-Autumn Festival 2026

Step into the rich history and vibrant traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site

Richmond | Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site | Festival | Free

RiverFest 2026

The Fraser River Discovery Centre is thrilled to announce the return of RiverFest for its 24th year!

New Westminster | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Family | Free

Vancouver Film School: Classical Animation

Your backstage access to VFS’s award-winning Classical Animation program is September 19!

Vancouver | Workshop | Free

Bill Reid Gallery: Exhibition. Every River Has a Mouth

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

Vancouver | Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Peace Arch Hospital Auxiliary Fall Market

Have fun with family and friends at the Peace Arch Hospital Auxiliary Fall Market!

Surrey | Gracepoint Community Church | 10:00 am to 3:00 pm | Charity / Fundraising | Free

Oktoberfest at Cypress

Close out the Summer season with German inspired festivities! Join us for a lively Bavarian themed Oktoberfest celebration up at Cypress Mountain!

West Vancouver | Crazy Raven Bar & Grill | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

National Women's Show Vancouver 2026

The Ultimate Girl’s Day Out! Shop Exclusive Products, Free Makeovers, Fashion Shows, Amazing Entertainment, And More!

Vancouver | Vancouver Convention Centre (West Building) | 10:00 am to 6:00 pm | Show

Word Vancouver – Free Literary Festival

Word Vancouver is BC’s Largest Free Literary Festival

Vancouver | UBC Robson Square, Vancouver Public Library Central Branch, and various offsite events | 10:00 am to 6:00 pm | Books | Free

Culture Days: Creating Fabric Collage

Kids 6+ can discover the delights of fabric collage

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre | 10:30 am to 4:00 pm | Workshop | Free

Walks with History: Shipyards

Experience the rich history of North Vancouver across two unique walking tours that celebrate the place we call home

North Vancouver | MONOVA: Museum of North Vancouver | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | History

West Fine Art Show

Our mission: “Connect People with Art and Charitable Purpose”

Langley | Glass House Estate Winery | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Visual Arts

Fire Dragon Festival 2026

The Fire Dragon Festival returns Friday, September 18th, to Saturday, September 19th, 2026 in Vancouver’s Chinatown

Vancouver | Vancouver’s Chinatown | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

ROCA Celebrates Music @ Culture Days 2026 Kick-Off

Come find ROCA in the Annex at the Cultural Centre on opening weekend of Culture Days!

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre Plaza (Richmond Cultural Centre Annex) | 11:00 am to 3:00 pm | Music | Free

Vancouver Fringe Festival 2026

The Vancouver Fringe Festival returns for 11 days of theatre, dance, comedy, drag, music, and more September 10–20, 2026

Vancouver | different places | 11:00 am to 10:00 pm | Performing Arts

Vancouver Flamenco Festival 2026

Celebrating over 35 years, The Vancouver Flamenco Festival is at the core of the city’s flourishing flamenco scene, encouraging innovation and experimentation, while remaining deeply rooted in the traditions of the beloved aesthetic.

Vancouver | different places | 11:00 am to 10:00 pm | Dance

Summer Sounds at University Boulevard

The soundtrack to your summer is back! The third season of Summer Sounds at UBC Point Grey is here — and it’s bigger, brighter, and better than ever!

Vancouver | University Boulevard | 12:00 am to 3:00 pm | Music | Free

Summer Sounds at Wesbrook Village

The soundtrack to your summer is back! The third season of Summer Sounds at UBC Point Grey is here — and it’s bigger, brighter, and better than ever!

Vancouver | Norman MacKenzie Square | 12:00 am to 3:00 pm | Music | Free

Come Toward the Fire – Festival Day

Join us for our main ʔəm̓i ce:p xʷiwəl (Come Toward the Fire) festival day!

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family | Free

Pop Up Dances Festival

Pop Up Dances Festival takes audiences on a unique, vertical walking tour of VPL’s Central Library

Vancouver | the North Plaza at the Georgia Street Promenade, Vancouver Public Library | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Dance | Free

Festivibe 2026 - North Vancouver's multicultural family festival

Festivibe is North Vancouver's multicultural family festival - free, open to everyone, and built around a single idea: every culture deserves a stage

North Vancouver | The Shipyards | 12:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family | Free

Harvest Fair

Celebrate land and harvest. Gather for some fun! Enjoy a vibrant day in the park with live music, storytelling, a vendor market, hands-on activities and more

Surrey | Historic Stewart Farm | Family | Free

VFF 2026: Free Flamenco Showcase

Vancouver | Ocean Artworks Pavilion | 12:30 am to 6:00 pm | Performing Arts | Free

Indigenous Culture: Squamish Nation Wool Weaving

Join Spelexilh, Anjeanette Dawson of the S7wx7wú7mesh Nation, for a two-session, beginner-friendly workshop in wool weaving.

West Vancouver | Music Box, Harmony Room | Workshop

The Death And Life Of Granville Street Walking Tour

Join Forbidden Tours for The Death and Life of Granville Street on Saturdays in September

Vancouver | outside Vancouver City Centre SkyTrain Station | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | History

Coast Salish Wool Weaving By MONOVA: Museum of North Vancouver

Learn about Coast Salish practices and the patience and skill that goes into traditional wool weaving, while creating your own custom piece

North Vancouver | MONOVA: Museum of North Vancouver | 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Workshop

38th annual Vancouver Queer Film Festival

The upcoming 38th annual Vancouver Queer Film Festival takes place in-person September 10-20, 2026 and online September 21-27, 2026

Vancouver | different places | 1:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Film

The Arts Club Presents: Heist By Arun Lakra

The Heart-racing Crime Caper

Vancouver | Stanley BFL CANADA Stage | 1:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

Hidden Wonders Speakeasy Magic Experience

Hidden Wonders is a speakeasy-style performance venue hidden behind a fake business facade in New Westminster’s historic downtown.

New Westminster | Hidden Wonders Showroom | 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

Culture Days: Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) September Trading Session

Swap your mini artworks and meet fellow creatives at our September ATC trading session!

Richmond | Richmond Art Gallery | 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Workshop | Free

Wes Barker

Wes Barker is the funniest magician touring today! Wild tricks, hilarious stories, and incredible feats. A magic show like you’ve never experienced.

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Show

Yuk Yuk’s Surrey Stand-Up Comedy Shows: Dino Archie

I always wanted to make people laugh. I try to make things very conversational - truth with a punch line!

Surrey | Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club Surrey | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Comedy

Hall of Flame Launch Party

Celebrate The Official Launch! Join us and celebrate the official launch of this year’s Hall Of Flame Calendar

Vancouver | Hollywood Theatre | Party

Tina Christiansen

Danish virtuoso Tina Christiansen brings the grandeur of the great cathedrals to St James’

Vancouver | St. James Anglican Church | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds – Mutiny for the Masses 2026 Tour

John Sturgill Simpson is an American country music singer-songwriter and actor

Vancouver | Pacific Coliseum | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Music