Vancouver’s July events calendar features dates and events in the Lower Mainland including concerts, markets and festivals, plus FIFA World Cup soccer in 2026.
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Vancouver’s July Calendar of Events
- July 1, 2026 – Canada Day (Stat Holiday).
- July 4, 2026 – American Independence Day (US).
2026 July Events in Vancouver
Below is what’s happening on the different days of the month in July 2026.
NOTE: Times, locations and other event details are subject to change.
To jump to a specific week, click on any of the following:
July 1-5 | July 6-12 | July 13-19 | July 20-26 | July 27-31
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Canada Day Celebrations
- Canada Day Celebrations – events take place throughout the Lower Mainland including in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Chilliwack, Coquitlam, Fort Langley, Harrison Hot Springs, Langley, Mission, Maple Ridge, New Westminster, North Vancouver, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam, Pitt Meadows, Richmond (in Steveston Village), Squamish, Surrey, Vancouver, West Vancouver, White Rock, Whistler, and other municipalities.
- Shipyards Canada Day Festivities – North Vancouver’s Canada Day event includes live music, food trucks, a beer garden and family-friendly activities.
- Steveston Salmon Festival – a Canada Day festival with a parade, salmon barbeque, live entertainment and lots of other fun activities in Steveston Village.
- Surrey Canada Day – live entertainment, amusement rides, fireworks and more at the Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre.
- Canada Day Boat Party – a nightclub-style party on the Burrard Queen in the waters around Vancouver.
- Fort Langley Canada Day Celebrations – there are special activities both in town and at the historic site today (and admission is free).
- Harrison Hot Springs – Canada Day festivities at the popular resort town include a parade, live music and fireworks.
- Canada Day at Britannia Mine – the copper mine has family-friendly activities and live entertainment in the afternoon.
Other Events and Things to Do
- Surrey FIFA Fan Zones – free World Cup soccer watching and family-friendly activities happen at Surrey Civic Plaza and the Cloverdale Agriplex.
- Downtown Farmers Market – in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Eugene at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
Featured Museums & Historical Sites
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
- Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (providing you can find a spot).
- Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – most outdoor pools in the Lower Mainland are open.
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Thursday, July 2, 2026
- FIFA World Cup – the world’s biggest and most famous soccer tournament is happening in Canada, the USA and Mexico. Today there is the Round of 32 Game in Vancouver at BC Place Stadium.
- Surrey FIFA Fan Zones – free World Cup soccer watching and family-friendly activities happen at Surrey Civic Plaza and the Cloverdale Agriplex.
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE.
- New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster from 3 until 7 pm.
- Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
- False Creek Farmers Market – a small market not far from Science World at the eastern end of False Creek.
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Eugene at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Music & Live Theatre
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
Other Activities
- Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
- Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (providing you can find a spot).
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – most outdoor pools in the Lower Mainland are open.
- Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
Friday, July 3, 2026
- FVDED in the Park – a music festival at Holland Park in Surrey.
- Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
- Shipyards Night Market – market vendors, food trucks, beer garden and live entertainment in North Vancouver.
- Richmond Night Market – a large Asian-themed market at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Sports-Related Events
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Eugene at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Vancouver Bandits Basketball – the team plays against the Edmonton Stingers at the Langley Events Centre.
- Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place in Surrey.
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE.
- Surrey FIFA Fan Zones – free World Cup soccer watching and family-friendly activities happen at Surrey Civic Plaza and the Cloverdale Agriplex.
Live Shows
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
Featured Museums & Historical Sites
- Vancouver Art Gallery – admission is by donation from 4 pm to 8 pm (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
- Bill Reid Gallery – free admission at the Indigenous art gallery from 2 until 5 pm (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – most outdoor pools in the Lower Mainland are open.
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
Saturday, July 4, 2026
- American Independence Day
- Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
Sports-Related Events
- Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place in Surrey.
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Eugene at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Surrey FIFA Fan Zones – free World Cup soccer watching and family-friendly activities happen at Surrey Civic Plaza and the Cloverdale Agriplex.
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE.
Music and Theatre
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
- FVDED in the Park – a music festival at Holland Park in Surrey.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
Saturday Markets
- Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – farmers, artisan vendors and live music at The City of Lougheed.
- Other Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Fort Langley, Maple Ridge, Riley Park, Squamish, Trout Lake and the West End.
- Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
- Richmond Night Market – the giant Asian night market in Richmond.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
Featured Museums & Historical Sites
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% o games.)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
Sunday, July 5, 2026
- Vancouver Bandits Basketball – the team plays against Calgary Surge at the Langley Events Centre.
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Eugene at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE.
- Surrey FIFA Fan Zones – free World Cup soccer watching and family-friendly activities happen at Surrey Civic Plaza and the Cloverdale Agriplex.
- Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place in Surrey.
- Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
Shows, Concerts & Other Live Entertainment
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Port Moody Summer Sundays – free live music at Rocky Point Park.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Featured Museums & Historical Sites
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – folks ages 6 and older usually have to pay to go in, but not today as it’s the first Sunday of the month (which means admission is “pay-what-you-can” for everyone).
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
Sunday Markets
- Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – farmers and other food and artisan vendors are at beautiful Ambleside Beach in West Vancouver.
- Brentwood Artisan Farmers Market – a market with fresh produce and other food products at the Amazing Brentwood Mall in Burnaby.
- Other Sunday Farmers Markets – at Coquitlam, Kitsilano, Ladner, Whistler and White Rock.
- Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
- Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market in Surrey.
- Richmond Night Market – a large Asian-themed market at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Week of July 6th to 12th
July 1-5 | July 6-12 | July 13-19 | July 20-26 | July 27-31
Monday, July 6, 2026
- WildPlay Anti-Gravity Day Camp – the ropes course adventure park in Maple Ridge has an exciting 5-day camp program for youth ages 10 to 14. (July 6-10, 13-17, and August 10-14 in 2026.)
- Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place in Surrey.
- Surrey FIFA Fan Zones – free World Cup soccer watching and family-friendly activities happen at Surrey Civic Plaza and the Cloverdale Agriplex.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (providing you can find a spot).
- Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
- FIFA World Cup – the world’s biggest and most famous soccer tournament is happening in Canada, the USA and Mexico. Today there is the Round of 16 Game in Vancouver at BC Place Stadium.
- Surrey FIFA Fan Zones – free World Cup soccer watching and family-friendly activities happen at Surrey Civic Plaza and the Cloverdale Agriplex.
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE.
- Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place in Surrey.
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Everett at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – exhibits about local culture and folklore in Harrison Hot Springs.
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach from early evening until sunset on Tuesday evenings (weather permitting).
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard Wine Wednesdays – wine tastings at Vanier Park before the Shakespearean shows.
- Downtown Farmers Market – in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
- Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
Sports Events
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Everett at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place in Surrey.
- Gastown Grand Prix – a cycling race in the heart of the old town.
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
Thursday, July 9, 2026
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Everett at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE.
- Surrey FIFA Fan Zones – free World Cup soccer watching and family-friendly activities happen at Surrey Civic Plaza and the Cloverdale Agriplex.
- Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place in Surrey.
- False Creek Farmers Market – a small market not far from Science World at the eastern end of False Creek.
- New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster.
- Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
Music, Live Theatre & Movies
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver.
Featured Museums & Historical Sites
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
Friday, July 10, 2026
- Carnaval del Sol – Vancouver’s great annual Latin festival with free concerts and other cultural activities. This evening features the Opening Night event with music and a beer garden.
- Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows in Harrison Hot Springs.
- Shipyards Night Market – market vendors, food trucks, beer garden and live entertainment in North Vancouver.
- Squamish Nation Youth Pow Wow – an Indigenous cultural event that’s open to the public on Vancouver’s North Shore.
- Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Sports-Related Events
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Everett at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Surrey FIFA Fan Zones – free World Cup soccer watching and family-friendly activities happen at Surrey Civic Plaza and the Cloverdale Agriplex.
- Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place in Surrey.
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE.
Arts, Music & Theatre
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Saturday, July 11, 2026
- Carnaval del Sol – Vancouver’s great annual Latin festival with free concerts and other cultural activities at Jonathan Rogers Park.
- Khatsahlano Street Party – a massive one-day street party on West 4th Avenue from MacDonald to Burrard.
- Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows in Harrison Hot Springs.
- Abbotsford Berry Fest – a free event celebrating the summer berry season with food trucks and free family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
- Squamish Nation Youth Pow Wow – an Indigenous cultural event that’s open to the public on Vancouver’s North Shore.
- Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
Sports-Related Events
- Surrey FIFA Fan Zones – free World Cup soccer watching and family-friendly activities happen at Surrey Civic Plaza and the Cloverdale Agriplex.
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Everett at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE.
- Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place in Surrey.
Music & Live Theatre
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Family Day at the Bard – matinee Shakespearean shows with special pricing and kid-friendly activities.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Saturday Markets
- Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – farmers, artisan vendors and live music at The City of Lougheed.
- Other Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Fort Langley, Maple Ridge, Riley Park, Squamish, Trout Lake and the West End.
- Richmond Night Market – a large Asian-themed market at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Featured Museums & Historical Sites
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
Sunday, July 12, 2026
- Carnaval del Sol – Vancouver’s great annual Latin festival with free concerts and other cultural activities at Jonathan Rogers Park.
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE.
- Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows in Harrison Hot Springs.
- Squamish Nation Youth Pow Wow – an Indigenous cultural event that’s open to the public on Vancouver’s North Shore.
- Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place in Surrey.
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Everett at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Port Moody Summer Sundays – free live music at Rocky Point Park.
- Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
Music & Live Theatre
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
Sunday Markets
- Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – farmers and other food and artisan vendors are at beautiful Ambleside Beach in West Vancouver.
- Brentwood Artisan Farmers Market – a market with fresh produce and other food products at the Amazing Brentwood Mall in Burnaby.
- Other Sunday Farmers Markets – in Clayton Heights, Coquitlam, Kitsilano, Steveston Village, Whistler and White Rock.
- Vancouver Flea Market – near Science World.
- Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
- Richmond Night Market – a large Asian-themed market at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Featured Museums & Historical Sites
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
Week of July 13th to 19th
July 1-5 | July 6-12 | July 13-19 | July 20-26 | July 27-31
Monday, July 13, 2026
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows at Harrison Hot Springs.
- WildPlay Anti-Gravity Day Camp – the ropes course adventure park in Maple Ridge has an exciting 5-day camp program for youth ages 10 to 14. (July 6-10, 13-17, and August 10-14 in 2026.)
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – exhibits about local culture and folklore in Harrison Hot Springs.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- Lower Mainland Parks – provincial parks, city parks and regional parks are great places to be (especially if the weather is nice.)
- Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE.
- Surrey FIFA Fan Zones – free World Cup soccer watching and family-friendly activities happen at Surrey Civic Plaza, the Cloverdale Agriplex and South Surrey Athletic Park.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows at Harrison Hot Springs.
- Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
- Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
- Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
- Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach from early evening until sunset on Tuesday evenings (weather permitting).
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver.
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
- Downtown Farmers Market – from 2 until 6 pm in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
- Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows at Harrison Hot Springs.
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
- Surrey FIFA Fan Zones – free World Cup soccer watching and family-friendly activities happen at Surrey Civic Plaza, the Cloverdale Agriplex and South Surrey Athletic Park.
- Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Kilby Historic Site – a museum and historic farm in Harrison Mills in the Fraser Valley.
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Thursday, July 16, 2026
- New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster.
- False Creek Farmers Market – a small market not far from Science World at the eastern end of False Creek.
- Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows at Harrison Hot Springs.
- Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
- Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
Shows & Entertainment
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
Friday, July 17, 2026
- Port Moody Ribfest – a free community festival at Rocky Point Park featuring live music, craft breweries, rib barbecue vendors and family-friendly entertainment.
- Vancouver Folk Music Festival – today is the first day of the season for world-famous the music festival at Jericho Beach.
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE.
- Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows at Harrison Hot Springs.
- Aldergrove Fair Days – a small-town fair that includes games, rides, a beer garden, artisan alley, tractor pull and a dozen or so food trucks.
- Vancouver Bandits Basketball – the team plays against Montreal Alliance at the Langley Events Centre.
Shows & Entertainment
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
Night Markets
- Shipyards Night Market – market vendors, food trucks, beer garden and live entertainment in North Vancouver.
- Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
- White Rock Night Market – by the pier and along the waterfront promenade in White Rock.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Featured Museums & Historical Sites
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
Featured Attractions & Activities
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
- Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Friday).
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
- Port Moody Ribfest – a free community festival at Rocky Point Park featuring live music, craft breweries, rib barbecue vendors and family-friendly entertainment.
- Vancouver Folk Music Festival – the major music festival happens at Jericho Beach.
- Surrey FIFA Fan Zones – free World Cup soccer watching and family-friendly activities happen at Surrey Civic Plaza, the Cloverdale Agriplex and South Surrey Athletic Park.
- Symphony in the Park – the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra has a free concert at Burnaby’s Deer Lake Park.
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE.
- Surrey Fusion Festival – a festival celebrating music, food and world cultures at Holland Park in Surrey.
- Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows at Harrison Hot Springs.
- Aldergrove Fair Days – a small-town fair that includes games, rides, a beer garden, artisan alley, tractor pull and a dozen or so food trucks.
Shows & Entertainment
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard Fireworks Night – Shakespearean plays at Vanier Park.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
Featured Museums & Historical Sites
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.
Saturday Markets
- Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – farmers, artisan vendors and live music at The City of Lougheed.
- Other Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Fort Langley, Maple Ridge, Riley Park, Squamish, Trout Lake and the West End.
- Richmond Night Market – the giant Asian night market in Richmond.
- Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Featured Attractions & Activities
- Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
- Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Saturday).
- Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
Sunday, July 19, 2026
- Port Moody Ribfest – a free community festival at Rocky Point Park featuring live music, craft breweries, rib barbecue vendors and family-friendly entertainment.
- Vancouver Folk Music Festival – the major music festival happens at Jericho Beach.
- Opera in the Park – a free concert with the Vancouver Opera at Deer Lake Park in Burnaby.
- Surrey FIFA Fan Zones – free World Cup soccer watching and family-friendly activities happen at Surrey Civic Plaza, the Cloverdale Agriplex and South Surrey Athletic Park.
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE.
- Surrey Fusion Festival – a festival celebrating music, food and world cultures at Holland Park in Surrey.
- Aldergrove Fair Days – a small-town fair that includes games, rides, a beer garden, artisan alley, tractor pull and a dozen or so food trucks.
- Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
- Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows at Harrison Hot Springs.
Shows & Entertainment
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Sunday Markets
- Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – farmers and other food and artisan vendors are at beautiful Ambleside Beach in West Vancouver.
- Brentwood Artisan Farmers Market – a market with fresh produce and other food products at the Amazing Brentwood Mall in Burnaby.
- Sunday Farmers Markets – at Coquitlam, Kitsilano, Ladner, Whistler and White Rock.
- Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
- Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market in Surrey.
- Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Week of July 20th to 26th
July 1-5 | July 6-12 | July 13-19 | July 20-26 | July 27-31
Monday, July 20, 2026
- WildPlay Anti-Gravity Day Camp – the ropes course adventure park in Maple Ridge has an exciting week-long, half-day camps for kids ages 5 to 8. (July 20 to 24 in 2026.)
Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – exhibits about local culture and folklore in Harrison Hot Springs.
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Other Activities
- Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
- Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach from early evening until sunset on Tuesday evenings (weather permitting).
Shows & Theatre
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
- Downtown Farmers Market – from 2 until 6 pm in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
Music & Live Theatre
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Thursday, July 23, 2026
- Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival – a music and arts event in Fort Langley.
- Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
- New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster.
- False Creek Farmers Market – a medium-sized market in Olympic Village.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
Friday, July 24, 2026
- Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival – a music and arts event in Fort Langley. Today includes the Cool Blues Show at Fort Langley Community Park.
- Mission Folk Music Festival – a three-day music festival in Mission.
- Chilliwack Ribfest – a food truck and barbecue rib-themed event at Vedder Park in Chilliwack.
- Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Country Fest – a community event in Maple Ridge.
- Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
- Shipyards Night Market – live music and market activities at Shipbuilder’s Square in North Vancouver.
Sports, Shows & Entertainment
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
- Place des Arts’ Summer Theatre Troupe – a play takes place in Coquitlam. Admission is free with advanced registration.
Featured Museums & Historical Sites
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Other Featured Activities & Attractions
- Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Friday).
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
Saturday, July 25, 2026
- Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival – a music and arts event in Fort Langley. Today includes the Cool Blues Show at Fort Langley Community Park.
- Chilliwack Ribfest – a food truck and barbecue rib-themed event at Vedder Park in Chilliwack.
- Harrison Dragon Boat Festival – a boat racing event at Harrison Hot Springs.
- Mission Folk Music Festival – a three-day music festival in Mission.
- Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Country Fest – a community event in Maple Ridge.
- Caribbean Days Festival – a 2-day festival at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park.
- Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE is open.
- Vancouver Bandits Basketball – the team plays against the Saskatchewan Rattlers at the Langley Events Centre.
Music & Live Theatre
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
- Place des Arts’ Summer Theatre Troupe – a play takes place in Coquitlam. Admission is free with advanced registration.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Featured Museums & Historical Sites
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
Saturday Markets
- Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – farmers, artisan vendors and live music at The City of Lougheed.
- Other Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Fort Langley, Maple Ridge, Riley Park, Squamish, Trout Lake and the West End.
- Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
- Richmond Night Market – the giant Asian night market at 8351 River Road.
Sunday, July 26, 2026
- Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival – a music and arts event in Fort Langley. Today features free live music and other activities outside Fort Langley Community Hall.
- Chilliwack Ribfest – a food truck and barbecue rib-themed event at Vedder Park in Chilliwack.
- Mission Folk Music Festival – a three-day music festival in Mission.
- Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Country Fest – a community event in Maple Ridge.
- Caribbean Days Festival – a 2-day festival at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- Place des Arts’ Summer Theatre Troupe – a play takes place in Coquitlam. Admission is free with advanced registration.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
- Port Moody Summer Sundays – free live music at Rocky Point Park.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Sunday Markets
- Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – farmers and other food and artisan vendors are at beautiful Ambleside Beach in West Vancouver.
- Brentwood Artisan Farmers Market – a market with fresh produce and other food products at the Amazing Brentwood Mall in Burnaby.
- Other Sunday Farmers Markets – in Clayton Heights, Coquitlam, Kitsilano, Steveston Village, Whistler and White Rock.
- Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
- Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market in Surrey.
- Richmond Night Market – a large Asian-themed market at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Week of July 27th to 31st
July 1-5 | July 6-12 | July 13-19 | July 20-26 | July 27-31
Monday, July 27, 2026
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
- Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Spokane at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
- Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach from early evening until sunset on Tuesday evenings (weather permitting).
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Featured Attractions & Activities
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities.
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
- Downtown Farmers Market – in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Spokane at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Place des Arts’ Summer Theatre Troupe – a play takes place in Coquitlam. Admission is free with advanced registration.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.
Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Thursday, July 30, 2026
- Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival – family-friendly activities and logger competitions in Squamish.
- Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park.
- Place des Arts’ Summer Theatre Troupe – a play takes place in Coquitlam. Admission is free with advanced registration.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
- New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster.
- False Creek Farmers Market – a small market not far from Science World at the eastern end of False Creek.
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Spokane at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Outdoor Swimming Pools – there are outdoor pools to enjoy all over the Lower Mainland.
- Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Featured Museums & Historic Sites
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
Friday, July 31, 2026
- Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival – family-friendly activities and logger competitions in Squamish.
- Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
- Shipyards Night Market – live music and market activities at Shipbuilder’s Square in North Vancouver.
- Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Spokane at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Sports, Shows & Entertainment
- RCMP Musical Ride – a horseback performance at Exhibition Park in Abbotsford.
- The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
- Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. (This evening is Pride Night.)
- Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
- Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach.
- Place des Arts’ Summer Theatre Troupe – a play takes place in Coquitlam. Admission is free with advanced registration.
Featured Museums & Historical Sites
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
- Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and admission is free this summer).
- Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the national historic site in Steveston Village. (Note: Admission is free this summer!)
- Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.
- Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Vancouver Sightseeing Tours
- Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver.
- Great Canadian Trolley Company – hop-on, hop-off tours around the City of Vancouver (and other tours too).
- Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours through Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Other Featured Activities & Attractions
- Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
- Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Friday).
- Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
- Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
- Cultus Lake Waterpark – water slides and more at Cultus Lake. (TBC)
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park – amusement rides, miniature golf and other activities. (TBC)
- Flyover at Canada Place – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience in downtown Vancouver.
- WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
Other 2026 July Events
The following events may or may not also take place in 2026 (with details to be confirmed).
Festivals in the City of Vancouver
- Indian Summer Festival – a multi-day festival of arts, music and ideas featuring Canadian, South Asian and Indigenous artists. (July 9 to 19, 2026)
- Public Disco – a ticketed event with music, artist studios and more at the City Centre Artist Lodge. (July 18, 2026)
- Vancouver Chinatown Festival – an Asian-themed cultural festival in Vancouver’s Chinatown. (July 25 & 26, 2026)
- EMV Summer Festival – concerts at various venues in Vancouver. (July 31 to August 7, 2026)
- Celebration of Light Fireworks – major fireworks displays and entertainment in English Bay. (Likely not happening)
Festivals Elsewhere in the Lower Mainland
- Colombian Independence Picnic – a free family-friendly event hosted by Vancouver’s Colombian community at Central Park in Burnaby. (TBC)
- Osprey Festival – a small community event celebrating nature and the life of Chief Dan George in North Vancouver. (TBC)
- Queens’s Park Arts Festival – art, music, theatre and other activities in New Westminster. (TBC)
- Talking Stick Festival – an Indigenous performing arts festival. (TBC)
- Squamish Constellation Festival – a music festival in Squamish. (TBC)
- On Your Block Festival – a new community event with music, food trucks, family-friendly activities and a beer garden at Tipperary Park in New Westminster. (TBC)
- Fiji Festival – a free cultural event at Swangard Stadium in Burnaby. (TBC)
- Bastille Day – a French festival in North Vancouver’s Shipyards District. (TBC)
- TD Uptown Live – free events with live music, market vendors and other family-friendly fun in New Westminster. (TBC)
- Steveston Grand Prix of Art – a free event featuring art, artists and an art competition at beautiful Steveston Village on the waterfront near the Britannia Heritage Shipyards. (Not happening in 2026, but with details to be confirmed.)
- Festivibe – a free, family-friendly event hosted by the Kids Life Foundation at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. (TBC)
- Chiquitzin Kids Fiesta – a Latin event at Thompson Community Park in Richmond affiliated with Carnaval del Sol. (TBC)
- Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival – a festival featuring live music, dancing and other activities celebrating Taiwanese culture outside the Vancouver Art Gallery. (TBC)
- Chilliwack Pride Festival – a large LGBTQ+ event in downtown Chilliwack. (TBC)
- The Cup – formerly called the Deighton Cup, this horse racing event also involves live music, art and a fashion show. (Likely not happening in 2026, but with exact details to be confirmed.)
Sporting Events
- Tour de Concord – a family-friendly cycling event at Concord Pacific Place. (TBC)
- Tour de White Rock – two days of cycling races and festivities in White Rock in mid-July. (Not likely happening in 2026.)
- Tour de Delta – a cycling event in Delta. (TBC)
- BC Lions Football – Vancouver’s professional Canadian football team plays at BC Place Stadium.
- Buckin Hell – 35 km, 50 km and 2-person 50 km relay races in the North Shore mountains. (July 25, 2026)
- Knee Knackering North Shore Trail Run – a 30 mile trail run between Horseshoe Bay and Deep Cove. (July 11, 2026)
- Vancouver Whitecaps – soccer game against various teams at BC Place Stadium.
- FIFA World Cup – the world’s biggest and most famous soccer tournament happens between June 11 and July 19 in Canada, Mexico and the USA, with games played in Vancouver between Jun 13 and July 7 in 2026.
- FIFA Fan Festival – the screenings of soccer games, live entertainment and other World Cup-related activities at the Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE. (June 11 to July 19, 2026)
- World Naked Bike Ride – a rather unconventional event where people ride their bikes around Vancouver either naked or in their underwear. (TBC)
- World Soccer Tournament – day one of the soccer tournament at Empire Field. This event is part of the Carnaval del Sol Latin festival. (TBC)
Other Music Events
- Summer Jazz on the Porch – free live music outdoors at the Roedde House Museum in Vancouver’s West End. (TBC)
- Summer Concert Series – free live music at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park Plaza. (TBC)
- Cates Park Concert Series – free live music in North Vancouver. (TBC)
- Shipyards Summer Sessions Concerts – free live music in North Vancouver. (TBC)
- Summer Concert Series – free outdoor concerts in North Vancouver. (TBC)
- Queen’s Park Concert Series – live music a couple of times a week at Queen’s Park in New Westminster. (TBC)
- Mission Twilight Concerts – free live music at Fraser River Heritage Park. (TBC)
- Music on the Wharf – an outdoor concert at the Port Haney Wharf in Maple Ridge.
- Surrey Sounds of Summer Music Series – a free outdoor concert at a park or other venue in Surrey. (TBC)
- Concerts at the Pier – free live music in White Rock. (TBC)
- Symphony at Sunset Beach – a free concert at Sunset Beach. (TBC)
- Truck Stop Concert Series – a music festival with multiple performances at Red Truck Brewery in Vancouver. (It takes place in July some years. In 2026, however, it happens on August 15.)
- Live & Local in North Vancouver – free live music on the North Shore. (TBC)
- What the Frock Productions – Drag shows in Vancouver. (TBC)
- Candlelight Concerts – the Listeso String Quartet performs in Vancouver. (TBC)
- EMV Summer Festival – concerts at various venues in Vancouver. (TBC)
Theatre, Movies and Dance Events
- Arts Club Theatre – shows take place at the Stanley Theatre and Granville Island Stage. (TBC)
- Summer Live Performance Series – a free evening of family-friendly entertainment in the plaza outside the Bob Prittie Library at the corner of Kingsborough and MacKay in Burnaby. (TBC)
- Zumba at Canada Place – free Zumba classes at Canada Place. (TBC)
- Robson Square Salsa – salsa lessons and dancing on Sunday afternoons in Robson Square. (TBC)
- New Westminster Outdoor Movies – a film will show at Moody Park in New Westminster. (TBC)
- Summer Drive-in Movies – a movie shows outdoors at Richmond’s Lansdowne Centre. (TBC)
- Stanley Park Summer Cinema – a free movie shows near Second Beach. (TBC)
- Flamenco, Tango & Wine – an evening of dance performances at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. (This event is part of the Carnaval del Sol Latin festival.) (TBC)
- Downtown Movie Nights – a film shows in the plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery. (TBC)
- Deckchair Cinema – a film plays shows at the waterfront in North Vancouver with admission by donation. (TBC)
- Dance Dance Dance – free Latin Dance lessons in the plaza outside the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in the evening. (TBC)
- Arts Club Theatre – plays show at the Stanley Theatre Granville Island Stage. (TBC)
- Drag with What the Frock Productions – an adult-only show at the Howe Sound Taphouse in Vancouver. (TBC)
- Tony ‘n Tina’s Wedding – a dinner theatre show at the Italian Society Hall in East Vancouver (not far from the PNE). (TBC)
Markets & Trade Shows in July
- Cloverdale Market Days – a large artisan market that features over 100 vendors in normal years in downtown Cloverdale. (July 25, 2026)
- Eastside Flea – an outdoor market featuring up to 50 or so vendors selling vintage, collectibles, handmade and other items in East Vancouver. (TBC)
- Squamish Street Market – a once-a-month summer event on Cleveland Avenue in downtown Squamish. (TBC)
- Junction Public Market – an outdoor market with free admission at Granville Square near Waterfront Station. (On Tuesdays to Sundays.)
- Vancouver Comic Arts Festival – comic workshops, presentations, games, vendors and children’s activities at the Roundhouse in Yaletown. Free admission. (This event used to take place in May. In 2026, however, it’s on July 4 and 5.)
Food and Drink-Related Events
- Surrey Greek Food Festival – a multi-day community event featuring Greek food and entertainment in Surrey. (TBC)
- Greek Summerfest – a festival that celebrates Greek food, culture and music. (TBC)
- Brewery and the Beast – an all-you-can-eat-and-drink food and drinks festival at Concord Pacific Place in Vancouver. (TBC)
- Vancouver Craft Beer & Music Festival – a beer-themed event with live music at the PNE. (TBC)
Car, Bike, Plane & Boat-Related Events
- Agassiz Raceway Car Racing – car racing near Harrison Hot Springs.
- Drive 4 Smiles – a private fundraising event in Mission that allows children with serious illnesses to ride shotgun in luxury vehicles. (July 26, 2026)
- New West Car Free Day – a pedestrian event with live entertainment, food trucks and more along Columbia Street. (TBC)
- Luxury & Supercar Weekend – Canada’s premier outdoor luxury automotive event takes place at the Olympic Oval in Richmond. (TBC)
- Vancouver Naked Bike Ride – an opportunity to cycle around downtown Vancouver with no clothes or just your underwear. (Or a reason to avoid the area if you don’t want to see it.) (TBC)
- Fireworks Boat Party – a night club-style event out on the water with views of the fireworks and the city. (Not likely happening in 2026, but with exact details to be confirmed.)
- Salsa Cruise Fiesta Blanca – a Latin-themed dance party cruise on the MV Britannia where everyone wears white and parties on the water. (TBC)
- Boundary Bay Airshow – a free event at the Boundary Bay Airport in Delta. (TBC)
- Whey-ah-Wichen Canoe Festival – an Indigenous event hosted by the Tsleil-Waututh Nation at Cates Park in North Vancouver. (Not happening in 2026.)
Other Events & Activities
- Art Downtown – local artists create, display and sell their art in downtown Vancouver. There’s also live music throughout the event. (TBC)
- The Big Bounce Canada – a touring inflatable event with huge bouncy castles and obstacle courses in Vancouver. (Not likely happening in 2026, but with exact details to be confirmed.)
- Fleet Week – Canadian Navy ships are in North Vancouver offering free public tours, boat rides and interactive displays. (TBC)
- Fort Langley Hawaiian Luau – the Fort Langley National Historic Site has a special Hawaiian-related workshop and event. (TBC)
- Tours with Shipyard Pals – walking tours take place around the Shipyards District in North Vancouver. (TBC)
- Philippine Days – a cultural festival at Waterfront Park in North Vancouver. (TBC)
- Summer Nightslide Concerts – night sliding and live music at Cultus Lake Waterpark. (TBC)
- Burnaby Pride – an event celebrating the LGBTQ+ community at Burnaby Civic Plaza. (TBC)
- Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – acres of beautiful sunflowers to admire at 41310 Yale Road in Chilliwack. (TBC)
- Fireworks Evening at the Museum – a fundraising gala at the Vancouver Maritime Museum where you can also see the Celebration of Light fireworks. (TBC)
- Celebrate Pride at the Cannery – the Gulf of Georgia Cannery celebrates Pride Month today with the screening of the film Billy Elliott in the evening. (TBC)
- Bard Fireworks Night – Shakespearean plays and fireworks viewing at the Bard Village at Vanier Park. (Not likely happening in 2026.)
- Rosé Disco – an outdoor rosé wine festival with food and live entertainment at the PNE Fairgrounds. (TBC)
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Typical July Weather
Along with August, July is typically the driest month of the year in Vancouver and without a doubt one of (if not the) best times to be in the city. The weather is warm (for Vancouver) and the days nice and long, with the sun still up well into the late evenings.
If you want to avoid the rain and you like warm temperatures, then July is usually a great month to be in Vancouver and outdoors at one of the city’s great beaches or parks enjoying the fabulous weather.
July temperatures can expect to hit a high of about 22 degrees C (or 72 F) on a typical day, and the lows hover around 13 C (or 55 F). It also only rains about 35 mm (so less than 1.5 inches), making Vancouver and the surrounding region one of the absolute best places to be in the world in July.
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