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Vancouver’s July Calendar of Events

July 1, 2023 – Canada Day (Stat Holiday).
July 4, 2023 – American Independence Day (US).

2023 July Events in Vancouver

Below is what’s happening on the different days of the month in July 2023.

NOTE: Times, locations and other event details are subject to change.

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July 1-9 | July 10-16 | July 17-23 | July 24-31

Saturday, July 1, 2023

Canada Day Celebrations – events take place throughout the Lower Mainland including in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Chilliwack, Coquitlam, Fort Langley, Langley City, Granville Island, Langley, Mission, Maple Ridge, New Westminster, North Vancouver, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam, 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 all afternoon and evening.
Canada Day Boat Parties – night club parties in the waters around Vancouver. Today features a cruise with a Latin theme from 3 until 7 pm. There are also dinner and party boat-style cruises at night.
Canada Day Yacht Party – a special event with music and dancing on the 400-passenger Abitibi yacht.
Langley Canada Day Party – family-friendly celebrations in the City of Langley at Douglas Park.
Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival – a festival featuring live music, dancing and other activities celebrating Taiwanese culture. Today features free activities in the plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Squamish Nation Canoe Races – Indigenous canoe racing at Ambleside Park.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today is the Relaxed Performance of As You Like It.
Golden Spike Days – a Canada Day-themed community festival at Port Moody’s Rocky Point Park.
Richmond Night Market – a large Asian-themed market at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Vancouver International Jazz Festival – both free and ticketed jazz concerts.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Spokane at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Outdoor Swimming Pools – at various venues in the Lower Mainland.
Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Lonsdale Quay, Maple Ridge, Riley Park, Squamish, Trout Lake and the West End. (Note: Some might not be happening due to the stat holiday. See official websites for exact details.)

Featured Attractions & Activities

Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
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 to save 25% other days of the year. Today though, because it’s Canada Day, admission is by donation.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features a drop-in workshop, Tall Tales, Theatresports and The Late Show.
Bill Reid Gallery – free admission at the Indigenous art gallery from 2 until 5 pm (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
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.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Monumental Scandals, Dark Secrets of Stanley Park and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
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 VBP2024.)
Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the National Historic Site in Richmond’s Steveston Village is a great place to visit. Explore their new feature exhibit, Fish Tales, which celebrates seafood. (Note: Because it’s Canada Day, admission to the museum is free for everyone!)
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.

Sunday, July 2, 2023

Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival – a festival featuring live music, dancing and other activities celebrating Taiwanese culture.
CSOL Soccer Tournament – a fun soccer tournament at Empire Fields in Vancouver as part of the Carnaval del Sol Latin festival.
Tree of Life Art Workshop – an art workshop at the Vancouver Art Gallery as part of the Carnaval del Sol Latin festival.
Squamish Nation Canoe Races – Indigenous canoe racing at Ambleside Park as part of the 2023 Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Days Festival.
Golden Spike Days – a Canada Day-themed community festival at Port Moody’s Rocky Point Park.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
Vancouver International Jazz Festival – both free and ticketed jazz concerts.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement 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%.)
Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today’s tours are the Lost Souls of Gastown, Monumental Scandals, Forbidden Vancouver and Really Gay History Tour.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Tall Tales.
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 VBP2024.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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 Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Spokane at Nat Bailey Stadium.
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%.)

Sunday Markets

Sunday Farmers Markets – at Ambleside, Coquitlam, Kitsilano, Whistler and White Rock.
Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
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.

Monday, July 3, 2023

Stat Holiday (because Canada Day was on the Saturday)
Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival – a festival featuring live music, dancing and other activities celebrating Taiwanese culture.
Golden Spike Days – a Canada Day-themed community festival at Port Moody’s Rocky Point Park.
Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
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 Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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 VBP2024.)
Richmond Night Market – a large Asian-themed market at 8351 River Road in Richmond.

In addition to the above, other fun things to do include the following:

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.

Tuesday, July 4, 2023

American Independence Day
Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival – a festival featuring live music, dancing and other activities celebrating Taiwanese culture.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight is Talkback Tuesday after the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Monumental Scandals Tour.
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 Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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).
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 VBP2024.)
Stanley Park Summer Cinema – a free outdoor movie near Second Beach in Stanley Park.
Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach from early evening until sunset on Tuesday evenings (weather permitting).
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
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.
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.)

Wednesday, July 5, 2023

Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival – a festival featuring live music, dancing and other activities celebrating Taiwanese culture.
Tree of Life Art Workshop – an art workshop at the Vancouver Art Gallery as part of the Carnaval del Sol Latin festival.
Downtown Farmers Market – from 2 until 6 pm in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight features the plays Julius Caesar and Henry V.
Art Downtown – local artists display their art today between 11 am and 5 pm in downtown Vancouver (assuming good weather).
Tours with Shipyard Pals – walking tours take place around the Shipyards District in North Vancouver.

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 Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Date Night.
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 VBP2024.)
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).
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 6, 2023

Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival – a festival featuring live music, dancing and other activities celebrating Taiwanese culture.
Latin Circus Orchestra – a concert with the Gypsy Kumbia Orchestra at the Vancouver Playhouse. (This event is part of the Carnaval del Sol Latin festival.)
Greek Summerfest – a festival that celebrates Greek food, culture and music in Vancouver.
H2 Kitchen + Bar – the restaurant at the Westin Bayshore Hotel hosts a Mt. Boucherie Estate Wine Dinner today featuring a 6-course dinner and wine.
New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster from 3 until 7 pm.
Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
Downtown Movie Nights – a film plays in the north plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
False Creek Farmers Market – a small market not far from Science World at the eastern end of False Creek.

Live Theatre

Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening features a preview of The Prom.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight features the plays Julius Caesar and Henry V.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Friday Junior.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Monumental Scandals Tour.
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%.)
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 VBP2024.)

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 7, 2023

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.
Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival – a festival featuring live music, dancing and other activities celebrating Taiwanese culture.
Whey-ah-Wichen Canoe Festival – an Indigenous event hosted by the Tsleil-Waututh Nation at Cates Park in North Vancouver.
Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place at various venues in Surrey.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Tall Tales and Theatresports.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features a preview of The Prom.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight features the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows at Harrison Hot Springs.
Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
Greek Summerfest – a festival that celebrates Greek food, culture and music.
Art Downtown – local artists display their art today between 11 am and 5 pm in downtown Vancouver (assuming good weather).
Shipyards Night Market – live music and market activities at Shipbuilder’s Square in North Vancouver.
Richmond Night Market – a large Asian-themed market at 8351 River Road in Richmond.

Featured Attractions & 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).
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
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%.)
Bill Reid Gallery – free admission at the Indigenous art gallery from 2 until 5 pm (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
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 VBP2024.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Friday).
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.)

Saturday, July 8, 2023

Carnaval del Sol – Vancouver’s great annual Latin festival with free concerts and other cultural activities at David Lam Park in Yaletown.
Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival – a festival featuring live music, dancing and other activities celebrating Taiwanese culture.
Whey-ah-Wichen Canoe Festival – an Indigenous event hosted by the Tsleil-Waututh Nation at Cates Park in North Vancouver.
Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place at various venues in Surrey.
Vancouver Craft Beer and Music Festival – a beer-themed event with live music at the PNE.
Philippine Days – a cultural festival at Waterfront Park in North Vancouver.
Luxury & Supercar Weekend – Canada’s premier outdoor luxury automotive event takes place at the Olympic Oval in Richmond.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight is Preview Night for Roald Dahl’s Matilda.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows at Harrison Hot Springs.
Khatsahlano Street Party – a massive one-day street party on West 4th Avenue from MacDonald to Burrard.
Symphony at Sunset Beach – a free concert at Sunset Beach.
Greek Summerfest – a festival that celebrates Greek food, culture and music.
Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.

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. The event runs from 1 until 9 pm and admission is free.

Featured Attractions & Activities

The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features a drop-in workshop, Tall Tales, Theatresports and The Late Show.
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Saturday).
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 Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Monumental Scandals, Dark Secrets of Stanley Park and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
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 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 VBP2024.)
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

Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Lonsdale Quay, 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.

Sunday, July 9, 2023

Carnaval del Sol – Vancouver’s great annual Latin festival with free concerts and other cultural activities at David Lam Park in Yaletown.
Rotary Ride for Hearing – a 105 km fundraising cycling event that goes from Spanish Banks to Richmond and then back again.
Whey-ah-Wichen Canoe Festival – an Indigenous event hosted by the Tsleil-Waututh Nation at Cates Park in North Vancouver.
Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place at various venues in Surrey.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight is Preview Night for Roald Dahl’s Matilda.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
Philippine Days – a cultural festival at Waterfront Park in North Vancouver.
Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
Tours with Shipyard Pals – walking tours take place around the Shipyards District in North Vancouver.
Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows in Harrison Hot Springs.
Port Moody Summer Sundays – free live music at Rocky Point Park.
Greek Summerfest – a festival that celebrates Greek food, culture and music.
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).

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 Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
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%.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today’s tours are the Forbidden Vancouver, Lost Souls of Gastown, Monumental Scandals and Really Gay History Tour.
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 VBP2024.)

Sunday Markets

Sunday Farmers Markets – at Ambleside, Clayton Heights, Coquitlam, Kitsilano, Ladner, Whistler and White Rock.
Nikkei Farmers Market – a market featuring products, food and a Japanese theme at the Nikkei Centre in Burnaby.
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 10th to 16th

July 1-9 | July 10-16 | July 17-23 | July 24-31

Monday, July 10, 2023

Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place at various venues in Surrey.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park.
Music on the Wharf – an outdoor concert at the Memorial Peace Park in Maple Ridge.
Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows in Harrison Hot Springs.
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 VBP2024.)
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 Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Outdoor Swimming Pools – most outdoor pools in the Lower Mainland are open.
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.

Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place at various venues in Surrey.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Monumental Scandals Tour.
Stanley Park Summer Cinema – a free outdoor movie near Second Beach in Stanley Park.
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
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%.)
Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows in Harrison Hot Springs.
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 Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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 VBP2024.)
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features The Prom.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight is Talkback Tuesday after the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
Outdoor Swimming Pools – most outdoor pools in the Lower Mainland are open.
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.)
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).

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Nix’s and PEKOE LESLIES Tatum Night – a unique interactive evening of art, music, self-expression, creativity, food and drinks in Burnaby.
Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place at various venues in Surrey.
Gastown Grand Prix – a cycling race in the heart of the old town.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features Roald Dahl’s Matilda.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight is Wine Wednesday before the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
Downtown Farmers Market – from 2 until 6 pm in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Art Downtown – local artists display their art today between 11 am and 5 pm in downtown Vancouver (assuming good weather).
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Date Night.
Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows in Harrison Hot Springs.
Outdoor Swimming Pools – most outdoor pools in the Lower Mainland are open.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Tours with Shipyard Pals – walking tours take place around the Shipyards District in North Vancouver.
Fort Langley Tours – guided walking tours around the historic village of Fort Langley.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows in Harrison Hot Springs.
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 VBP2024.)
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%.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver tours.

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Tango & Flamenco Moments – an evening of dance performances at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. (This event is part of the Carnaval del Sol Latin festival.)
Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place at various venues in Surrey.
Greek Summerfest – a festival that celebrates Greek food, culture and music in Vancouver.
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.
Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows in Harrison Hot Springs.

Live Theatre & Movies

The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Femme, Femme, Femme!
Downtown Movie Nights – a film plays in the north plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features The Prom.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight features the plays As You Like It and Henry V.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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).
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 VBP2024.)
Outdoor Swimming Pools – most outdoor pools in the Lower Mainland are open.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Monumental Scandals Tour.
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%.)
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Friday, July 14, 2023

Vancouver Folk Music Festival – the major music festival happens at Jericho Beach.
Squamish Nation Youth Pow Wow – an Indigenous cultural event that’s open to the public on Vancouver’s North Shore.
Nix’s and PEKOE LESLIES Tatum Night – a unique interactive evening of art, music, self-expression, creativity, food and drinks in Burnaby.
Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place at various venues 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.
Greek Summerfest – a festival that celebrates Greek food, culture and music.
Outdoor Swimming Pools – most outdoor pools in the Lower Mainland are open.
Shipyards Night Market – live music and market activities at Shipbuilder’s Square in North Vancouver.
Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Eugene Oregon at Nat Bailey Stadium.

Arts & Theatre

Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features Roald Dahl’s Matilda.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight features the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Tall Tales and Theatresports.
Art Downtown – local artists display their art today in downtown Vancouver (assuming good weather).
Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows in Harrison Hot Springs.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
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 Tours – guided walking tours around the historic village of Fort Langley.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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%.)
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 VBP2024.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Friday).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

UPTOWN LIVE IS THIS WEEKEND!

One of the best free events in the Lower Mainland is Uptown Live in New Westminster. In 2023 it takes place on Saturday, July 15. Uptown Live is both a street party and a music festival. It features live entertainment with amazing artists on multiple stages. There are also food trucks, a beer garden, artisan vendors and other fun things to see and do!

For details click Uptown Live or visit uptownlive.ca.

Saturday, July 15, 2023

TD Uptown Live – a free music festival and street party with live music, market vendors and family-friendly fun in New Westminster.
Vancouver Folk Music Festival – the major music festival happens at Jericho Beach.
Fiesta Blanca Cruise – a Latin-themed boat party where everyone wears white. (This event is part of the Carnaval del Sol Latin festival.)
Nix’s and PEKOE LESLIES Tatum Night – a unique interactive evening of art, music, self-expression, creativity, food and drinks in Burnaby.
Surrey Latin Festival – a Latin festival with free admission, live music and family-friendly things to see and do in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
Symphony in the Park – the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra has a free concert at Burnaby’s Deer Lake Park.
Squamish Nation Youth Pow Wow – an Indigenous cultural event that’s open to the public on Vancouver’s North Shore.
Squamish Nation Amalgamation Celebration – an event at the Shipyards in North Vancouver celebrating the 100th anniversary of the amalgamation of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) Nation.
Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place at various venues in Surrey.
River Basin Days – the Fraser River Discovery Centre hosts a family-friendly event at Bear Creek Park in Surrey today.
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 Chinatown Festival – an Asian-themed cultural festival in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Greek Summerfest – a festival that celebrates Greek food, culture and music.
Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows in Harrison Hot Springs.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Eugene Oregon at Nat Bailey Stadium. This evening is also Fireworks Night!

Live Theatre

The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features a drop-in workshop, Tall Tales, Theatresports and The Late Show.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features The Prom.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today is Bard Explored with the plays Julius Caesar and Henry V.

Saturday Markets

Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Lonsdale Quay, 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 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%.)
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 VBP2024.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
Forbidden Vancouver – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Monumental Scandals, Dark Secrets of Stanley Park and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Saturday).
Fort Langley Tours – guided walking tours around the historic village of Fort Langley.
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.

Sunday, July 16, 2023

Vancouver Folk Music Festival – a major music festival at Jericho Beach.
Nix’s and PEKOE LESLIES Tatum Night – a unique interactive evening of art, music, self-expression, creativity, food and drinks in Burnaby.
Surrey Latin Festival – a Latin festival with free admission, live music and family-friendly things to see and do in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
Squamish Nation Youth Pow Wow – an Indigenous cultural event that’s open to the public on Vancouver’s North Shore.
Opera in the Park – a free concert with Vancouver Opera at Deer Lake Park in Burnaby.
Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships take place at various venues in Surrey.
Bastille Day – a French festival at the Pipe Shop in North Vancouver’s Shipyards District.
Vancouver Chinatown Festival – an Asian-themed cultural festival in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
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.
Tours with Shipyard Pals – walking tours take place around the Shipyards District in North Vancouver.
Harrison Festival of the Arts – an art market and performing arts shows in Harrison Hot Springs.
Greek Summerfest – a festival that celebrates Greek food, culture and music.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Eugene Oregon at Nat Bailey Stadium.

Live Theatre

Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features Roald Dahl’s Matilda.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today is Family Day with the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features House Teams Showcase.

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 Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Special guided tours of the St. Roch engine room take place today (but spaces are limited so you’ll want to book your spot in advance).
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 VBP2024.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today’s tours are the Monumental Scandals, Forbidden Vancouver, Lost Souls of Gastown and Really Gay History Tour.
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).

Sunday Markets

Sunday Farmers Markets – at Ambleside, 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.

Week of July 17th to 23rd

July 1-9 | July 10-16 | July 17-23 | July 24-31

Monday, July 17, 2023

Harvest Project Pop-Up Sale – a second-hand clothing sale in the Pipe Shop at the Shipyards in North Vancouver where funds raised benefit the Harvest Project non-profit organization.
Nix’s and PEKOE LESLIES Tatum Night – a unique interactive evening of art, music, self-expression, creativity, food and drinks in Burnaby.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features The Prom.
Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
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 Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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 VBP2024.)
Outdoor Swimming Pools – most outdoor pools in the Lower Mainland are open.
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 18, 2023

Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features Roald Dahl’s Matilda.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight is Talkback Tuesday after the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Monumental Scandals Tour.
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%.)
Stanley Park Summer Cinema – a free outdoor movie near Second Beach in Stanley Park.
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
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 VBP2024.)
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
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 Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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).
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.)

Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Latin American Film Night – the film Una Madre shows in Spanish with English subtitles at the VIFF Centre. (This event is part of the Carnaval del Sol Latin festival.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
Downtown Farmers Market – from 2 until 6 pm in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Art Downtown – local artists display their art today between 11 am and 5 pm in downtown Vancouver (assuming good weather).
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features The Prom.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight features the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Date Night.
Tours with Shipyard Pals – walking tours take place around the Shipyards District in North Vancouver.
Outdoor Swimming Pools – most outdoor pools in the Lower Mainland are open.
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%.)
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 VBP2024.)
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 Tours – guided walking tours around the historic village of Fort Langley.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.

Thursday, July 20, 2023

Odlum Brown Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival – a music and arts event in Fort Langley. Today’s events include the Opening Night Concert at Chief Sepass Theatre.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features Roald Dahl’s Matilda.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight features the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
Take It To The Limit – the band Take It To The Limit performs hits from the Eagles in New Westminster at the Massey Theatre.
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.
Playland – rides at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Friday Junior.
Beaty Nocturnal – the Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC is open by donation in the evening.
Downtown Movie Nights – a film plays in the north plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
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.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
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).
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%.)
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 VBP2024.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Monumental Scandals Tour.
Fort Langley Tours – guided walking tours around the historic village of Fort Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VANSBESTPLACES and save 20%.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.

Friday, July 21, 2023

Odlum Brown Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival – a music and arts event in Fort Langley. Today includes the Cool Blues Show at Fort Langley Community Park.
Port Moody Ribfest – a free community festival at Rocky Point Park featuring live music, craft breweries, rib barbecue vendors and family-friendly entertainment.
Jumpin’ the Line at VMM – the Vancouver Maritime Museum hosts an escape room-style event with a prohibition, rum-running theme this evening for teams of up to 5 people.
Mission Folk Music Festival – a three-day music festival in Mission.
Art Downtown – local artists display their art today in downtown Vancouver (assuming good weather).
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Tall Tales and Theatresports.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features The Prom.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight features the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
Shipyards Night Market – live music and market activities at Shipbuilder’s Square in North Vancouver.
Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.

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%.)
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).
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 VBP2024.)
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.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%.)
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Friday).
Fort Langley Tours – guided walking tours around the historic village of Fort Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VANSBESTPLACES and save 20%.)

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Odlum Brown Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival – a music and arts event in Fort Langley. Today includes the Cool Blues Show at Fort Langley Community Park as well as free concerts outside Fort Langley Community Hall.
Honda Celebration of Light – major fireworks displays and entertainment in English Bay. Today’s fireworks are from Australia.
Port Moody Ribfest – a free community festival at Rocky Point Park featuring live music, craft breweries, rib barbecue vendors and family-friendly entertainment.
Fireworks Boat Party – a night club-style event out on the water with views of the fireworks and the city.
Fireworks Dinner Cruise – dinner and fireworks viewing on a 400-person vessel in the waters of English Bay.
Take It To The Limit – the band Take It To The Limit performs hits from the Eagles in North Surrey at the Chandos Pattison Auditorium.
Mission Folk Music Festival – a three-day music festival in Mission.
Surrey Fusion Festival – a festival celebrating music, food and world cultures at Holland Park in Surrey.
Boundary Bay Airshow – a free event at the Boundary Bay Airport in Delta.
The Cup – formerly called the Deighton Cup, this horse racing event at Hastings Racecourse also involves live music, art and a fashion show.
Super Saturday at FRDC – the Fraser River Discovery Centre hosts a special event in New Westminster.

Live Theatre

Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features Roald Dahl’s Matilda.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight is Fireworks Night with the plays As You Like It and Henry V. Tonight is also Bard Fireworks Night.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features a drop-in workshop, Tall Tales, Theatresports and The Late Show.

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 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 Mysteries Games – 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 VBP2024.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Monumental Scandals, Dark Secrets of Stanley Park and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
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.
Fort Langley Tours – guided walking tours around the historic village of Fort Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VANSBESTPLACES and save 20%.)

Saturday Markets

Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Lonsdale Quay, 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.

Sunday, July 23, 2023

Odlum Brown Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival – a music and arts event in Fort Langley. Today includes a Jazz Vespers event at St. Andrew’s United Church as well as free concerts outside Fort Langley Community Hall.
Port Moody Ribfest – a free community festival at Rocky Point Park featuring live music, craft breweries, rib barbecue vendors and family-friendly entertainment.
Mission Folk Music Festival – a three-day music festival in Mission.
100th Amalgamation Day Festival – part of the 2023 Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Days Festival, today there are festivities celebrating the amalgamation of the various Squamish Nation bands at Ambleside Park.
Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
Surrey Fusion Festival – a festival celebrating music, food and world cultures at Holland Park in Surrey.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features The Prom.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features the plays Julius Caesar and Henry V.
Tours with Shipyard Pals – walking tours take place around the Shipyards District in North Vancouver.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features House Teams Showcase.
Port Moody Summer Sundays – free live music at Rocky Point Park.

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.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today’s tours are the Forbidden Vancouver, Monumental Scandals, Lost Souls of Gastown and Really Gay History Tour.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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%.)
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 VBP2024.)
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).

Sunday Markets

Sunday Farmers Markets – at Ambleside, Clayton Heights Coquitlam, Kitsilano, Ladner, Whistler and White Rock.
Nikkei Farmers Market – a market featuring products, food and a Japanese theme at the Nikkei Centre in Burnaby.
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 24th to 31st

July 1-9 | July 10-16 | July 17-23 | July 24-31

Monday, July 24, 2023

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. Tonight features Roald Dahl’s Matilda.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Music on the Wharf – an outdoor concert at the Memorial Peace Park in Maple Ridge.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
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).
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 VBP2024.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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 – 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.

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Through the Looking Glass – the Summer Theatre Troupe performs a roving adaptation of the play by Lewis Carroll outside Place des Arts in Coquitlam. Admission is free with advanced registration.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Monumental Scandals Tour.
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%.)
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 VBP2024.)
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
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).
Outdoor Swimming Pools – most outdoor pools in the Lower Mainland are open.
Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach from early evening until sunset on Tuesday evenings (weather permitting).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Everett at Nat Bailey Stadium. Today is Pride Night!

Shows & Theatre

Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features Roald Dahl’s Matilda.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight is Fireworks Night with the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Date Night.
Stanley Park Summer Cinema – a free outdoor movie near Second Beach in Stanley Park.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Honda Celebration of Light – major fireworks displays and entertainment in English Bay. Mexico competes in the fireworks competition today.
Fireworks Dinner Cruise – dinner and fireworks viewing on a 400-person vessel in the waters of English Bay.
Fireworks Boat Party – a night club-style event out on the water with views of the fireworks and the city.
Night at the Speakeasy – a fundraising event at the Vancouver Maritime Museum where guests get to enjoy dinner, live entertainment and the fireworks.
Through the Looking Glass – the Summer Theatre Troupe performs a roving adaptation of the play by Lewis Carroll outside Place des Arts in Coquitlam. Admission is free with advanced registration.
Art Downtown – local artists display their art today in downtown Vancouver (assuming good weather).
Downtown Farmers Market – from 2 until 6 pm in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Everett at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Outdoor Swimming Pools – most outdoor pools in the Lower Mainland are open.
Tours with Shipyard Pals – walking tours take place around the Shipyards District in North Vancouver.

Live Theatre

Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features Roald Dahl’s Matilda.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight is Fireworks Night with the plays As You Like It and Henry V. Tonight is also Bard Fireworks Night.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Date Night.

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%.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
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 Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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 Tours – guided walking tours around the historic village of Fort Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VANSBESTPLACES and save 20%.)
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 VBP2024.)

Thursday, July 27, 2023

Through the Looking Glass – the Summer Theatre Troupe performs a roving adaptation of the play by Lewis Carroll outside Place des Arts in Coquitlam. Admission is free with advanced registration.
EMV Summer Festival – concerts at various venues between July 27 and August 5. (Note: This event used to be called the Vancouver Bach Festival.)
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. Tonight features the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Friday Junior.
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.
Downtown Movie Nights – a film plays in the north plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Everett at Nat Bailey Stadium.
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.

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%.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Monumental Scandals Tour.
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 Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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 Tours – guided walking tours around the historic village of Fort Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VANSBESTPLACES and save 20%.)
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 VBP2024.)

Friday, July 28, 2023

Chilliwack Ribfest – a food truck and barbecue rib-themed event at Vedder Park in Chilliwack.
Through the Looking Glass – the Summer Theatre Troupe performs a roving adaptation of the play by Lewis Carroll outside Place des Arts in Coquitlam. Admission is free with advanced registration.
Dance Dance Dance – free Latin Dance lessons in the plaza outside the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in the evening.
EMV Summer Festival – concerts at various venues between July 27 and August 5. (Note: This event used to be called the Vancouver Bach Festival.)
Art Downtown – local artists display their art today between 11 am and 5 pm in downtown Vancouver (assuming good weather).
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. Today features Tall Tales and Theatresports.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight features the plays Julius Caesar and Henry V.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features Roald Dahl’s Matilda.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Everett at Nat Bailey Stadium.

Featured Activities & Attractions

Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
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).
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%.)
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 VBP2024.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
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 Tours – guided walking tours around the historic village of Fort Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VANSBESTPLACES and save 20%.)
Abbotsford Summer Flower Festival – fields of flowers to admire at Lakeland Flowers in Abbotsford.

Saturday, July 29, 2023

Honda Celebration of Light – major fireworks displays and entertainment in English Bay. Today features fireworks from The Philippines.
Fireworks Boat Party – a night club-style event out on the water with views of the fireworks and the city.
Fireworks Dinner Cruise – dinner and fireworks viewing on a 400-person vessel in the waters of English Bay.
Chilliwack Ribfest – a food truck and barbecue rib-themed event at Vedder Park in Chilliwack.
Through the Looking Glass – the Summer Theatre Troupe performs a roving adaptation of the play by Lewis Carroll outside Place des Arts in Coquitlam. Admission is free with advanced registration.
EMV Summer Festival – concerts at various venues between July 27 and August 5. (Note: This event used to be called the Vancouver Bach Festival.)
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.
New West Car Free Day – a pedestrian event with live entertainment, food trucks and more along Columbia Street.
Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE is open.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Everett at Nat Bailey Stadium.

Live Theatre

Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. Tonight features The Prom.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Tonight is Fireworks Night with the plays As You Like It and Henry V. Tonight is also Bard Fireworks Night.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Tall Tales, Theatresports and The Late Show.

Featured Attractions & Activities

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 Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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 VBP2024.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Forbidden Vancouver, Monumental Scandals and Dark Secrets of Stanley Park tours.
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.
Fort Langley Tours – guided walking tours around the historic village of Fort Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VANSBESTPLACES and save 20%.)

Saturday Markets

Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Lonsdale Quay, 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 30, 2023

Take It To The Limit – the band Take It To The Limit performs hits from the Eagles in Maple Ridge at the ACT Arts Centre.
Chilliwack Ribfest – a food truck and barbecue rib-themed event at Vedder Park in Chilliwack.
EMV Summer Festival – concerts at various venues between July 27 and August 5. (Note: This event used to be called the Vancouver Bach Festival.)
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. Tonight features Roald Dahl’s Matilda.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features the plays As You Like It and Henry V.
Through the Looking Glass – the Summer Theatre Troupe performs a roving adaptation of the play by Lewis Carroll outside Place des Arts in Coquitlam. Admission is free with advanced registration.
Playland – Vancouver’s amusement park at the PNE.
Port Moody Summer Sundays – free live music at Rocky Point Park.
Tours with Shipyard Pals – walking tours take place around the Shipyards District in North Vancouver.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Everett at Nat Bailey Stadium.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today’s tours are the Lost Souls of Gastown, Forbidden Vancouver, Monumental Scandals and Really Gay History Tour.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
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 Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features House Teams Showcase.
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 VBP2024.)
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).

Sunday Markets

Sunday Farmers Markets – at Ambleside, Coquitlam, Kitsilano, Ladner, 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.

Monday, July 31, 2023

EMV Summer Festival – concerts at various venues between July 27 and August 5. (Note: This event used to be called the Vancouver Bach Festival.)
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. This evening features The Prom. Tonight is also Pride Night!
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 Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today’s tour is the Lost Souls of 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 VBP2024.)
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).
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 – 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.

Other 2023 & 2024 July Events

The following events may or may not also take place in 2023 (with details to be confirmed.)

Festivals in the City of Vancouver

Commercial Drive Car Free Day – a massive street party on Commercial Drive. (It’s usually in July, but on September 10 in 2022)
Indian Summer Festival – a multi-day festival of arts, music and ideas featuring Canadian, South Asian and Indigenous artists.
Savour Summer Festival – a free event at River District Vancouver. (TBD)
Vancouver Thai Festival – a free festival celebrating Thai music, culture and food in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery. (TBD)

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. (It normally happens in mid-July, but not in 2022.)
Osprey Festival – a small community event celebrating nature and the life of Chief Dan George in North Vancouver. (TBD)
Pride at the Pier – a small family-friendly and alcohol-free Vancouver Pride Festival dance party at Shipbuilders’ Square in North Vancouver. (TBD)
Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival – family-friendly activities and logger competitions in Squamish. (It sometimes starts in late June. In 2023, however, it runs from August 3 to 6.)
Queens’s Park Arts Festival – art, music, theatre and other activities in New Westminster. (July 6 to 19, 2022).
Talking Stick Festival – an Indigenous performing arts festival. (TBC)

Music Festivals

Squamish Constellation Festival – a music festival in Squamish. (Not likely happening in 2023)
FVDED in the Park – a music festival at Holland Park in Surrey. (July 5 & 6, 2024)

Sporting Events

Tour de White Rock – two days of cycling races and festivities in White Rock in mid-July. (CANCELLED)
BC Lions Football – Vancouver’s professional Canadian football team plays at BC Place Stadium.
Buckin Hell – 15-km, 50-km and 2-person 50-km relay races in the North Shore mountains. (July 23rd in 2022.)
Giro di Burnaby – a closed-circuit cycling race around the streets of downtown Burnaby. (CANCELLED)
Knee Knackering North Shore Trail Run – a 30-mile trail run between Horseshoe Bay and Deep Cove. (July 9, 2022)
New West Grand Prix – a cycling race in New Westminster. (CANCELLED)
PoCo Grand Prix – cycling races in Port Coquitlam. (CANCELLED)
Tour de Delta – cycling races in Delta. (CANCELLED)
Tynehead 5/8/12 Hour Run – half marathon, full marathon and 5, 8 and 12-hour running races at Tynehead Regional Park in Surrey. (TBD)
Vancouver Whitecaps – soccer game against various teams at BC Place Stadium.
FIFA World Cup – Vancouver is a host city for the men’s World Cup soccer tournament, but not until 2026.

Other Music Events

Musical Nooners – free concerts outside the CBC Building at 700 Hamilton Street. (Not likely happening in 2023.)
Kitsilano Showboat – free entertainment at Kitsilano Beach.
Summer Jazz on the Porch – free live music outdoors at the Roedde House Museum in Vancouver’s West End. (TBD)
Summer Concert Series – free live music at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park Plaza. (TBD)
Cates Park Concert Series – free live music in North Vancouver. (TBD)
Youth Concert Showcase Series – free live music at the Fort Langley Heritage CNR Station in the afternoon. (July 6 & 13, 2024)
Concerts at the Pier – live music in White Rock. (On Thursdays between June 23 and August 25.)
Red Truck Concert Series – multiple performances at Red Truck Brewery in Vancouver. (July 9, 2022)
Shipyards Summer Sessions Concerts – free live music in North Vancouver.
Summer Concert Series – free outdoor concerts in North Vancouver. (TBD)
Queen’s Park Concert Series – live music a couple of times a week at Queen’s Park in New Westminster.
Mission Twilight Concerts – free live music at Fraser River Heritage Park. (On Wednesday evenings.)
Surrey Sounds of Summer Music Series – a free outdoor concert at a park in Surrey. (On Wednesdays.)
The following events are part of Carnaval del Sol’s Latin American Experience series of events.
- Flamenco & Tango Night – dance performances at the Pipe Shop in North Vancouver. (July 11, 2024)
- Latin American Cocktail Tasting – in Burnaby on July 18, 2024, but with other details to be confirmed.
Neil Young & Crazy Horse at Deer Lake Park – the Canadian rock singer and his band play a show in Burnaby. (July 23, 2024)

Theatre, Movies and Dance Events

Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. (June 8 to September 30 in 2023.)
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. (TBD)
Zumba at Canada Place – free Zumba classes at Canada Place. (On Mondays from July 18 to August 1 in 2022.)
Robson Square Salsa – salsa lessons and dancing on Sunday afternoons in Robson Square. (July 17 to August 14 in 2022.)
Downtown Movie Nights – a film shows outdoors in the plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery. (On Thursdays from July 7 to August 18.)
New Westminster Outdoor Movies – a film will show at Moody Park in New Westminster. (TBD)
Starlight Theatre Drive-in Movies – a movie shows outdoors for free at Richmond’s Lansdowne Centre. (TBD)
Sunset Cinema – a free outdoor movie shows in the Queen Elizabeth Plaza. (Happens on Wednesdays in August in 2023.)
Waterfront Cinema – a free movie at the northern end of the Canada Place promenade beginning at dusk. (TBD)
Stanley Park Summer Cinema – a free film on Tuesday evenings near Second Beach.

Markets in July

Cloverdale Market Days – a large artisan market that features over 100 vendors in normal years in downtown Cloverdale.
Main Street Farmers Market – in front of Vancouver’s Central Pacific Station. (Not happening in 2023.)
Eastside Flea – an outdoor market featuring up to 50 or so vendors selling vintage, collectibles, handmade and other items in East Vancouver.
Squamish Street Market – a once-a-month summer event on Cleveland Avenue in downtown Squamish. (TBC)
Canada Day Market in Coquitlam – the organizer of the Coquitlam Christmas Night Market hosts an artisan market at the Evergreen Cultural Centre on July 1st.

Food and Drink-Related Events

Maple Ridge Food Truck Festival – an event with food trucks, live music and market vendors. (To be confirmed.)
Surrey Greek Food Festival – a multi-day community event featuring Greek food and entertainment in Surrey. (It usually takes place in July. In 2023, however, it’ll likely happen in September.)

Other Events & Activities

Agassiz Raceway Car Racing – car racing near Harrison Hot Springs.
Agassiz Farms Cycle Tour – a 30-km self-guided cycling tour visiting farms in the Fraser Valley. (TBD)
Roedde House – admission to the historic museum in Vancouver’s West End is by donation on the last Friday of the month. (TBD)
Edmonds Classic Car Show – a street festival and car show along Edmonds Street in Burnaby. (Cancelled for 2023)
Salsa Cruise Fiesta Blanca – a Latin-themed dance party cruise on the MV Britannia where everyone wears white and parties on the water. (This event is part of Carnaval del Sol’s Latin American Experience series of events.)
Summer Nightslide Concerts – night sliding and live music at Cultus Lake Waterpark. (TBD)
The Ultimate Car Show – a free event featuring over 300 vehicles outside the Hard Rock Casino in Coquitlam. (TBD)
Anime Revolution – a pop culture and Japanese anime-themed trade show at the Vancouver Convention Centre. (July 29 to 31, 2022)
Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – acres of beautiful sunflowers to admire at 41310 Yale Road in Chilliwack.
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. (The camps run from July 8-12 and 15-19 in 2024.)

Top July Things to Do

Below are some of our favourite things to do in July each year (or at least ones without a pandemic).

Take part in any of the Canada Day festivities throughout the region on the weekend of July 1st.
Watch the Celebration of Light fireworks.
Enjoy the music at the Odlum Brown Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival.
Attend the Vancouver Folk Music Festival at Jericho Beach.
Enjoy the BBQs and live entertainment at Port Moody Ribfest.
Attend New Westminster’s Uptown Live street party and music festival.
Spend the day at any of Metro Vancouver’s Best Beaches or go camping at Alice Lake, Rolley Lake, Alouette Lake, Porteau Cove or Cultus Lake.
Head up to Whistler or Grouse Mountain to enjoy these beautiful mountains without the snow (or at least very little of it).
Take in any of the Live Music Performances occurring throughout the Lower Mainland, many of which are free.
Have dinner at one of Vancouver’s Top Restaurants and then take in a Show or Other Entertainment, or go for a stroll in one of the region’s Best Parks & Places in Nature.

For more, check out Vancouver’s Best Places for Summer Activities.

To return to the top of the page, click July Calendar.

To see what’s happening next month, click August Calendar of Events.

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.

Recommended July Activities

Being the summer, July is one of the busiest times of the year for events and special outdoor activities. There seems to be an event of some kind some place every weekend.

There are often CBC Nooners live music performances outside the CBC Building at noon (by Georgia and Hamilton across from the main library in downtown Vancouver), and live outdoor music every Friday evening on the North Shore at various locations, including at Deep Cove, Cates Park and Edgemont Village.

Being comfortably hot and sunny, a typical July finds Vancouver’s parks and beaches packed with sunbathers, picnickers and people just enjoying the sunshine. There are farmers markets every weekend throughout the region, theatre in the parks, and all kinds of entertainment everywhere.

Click Summertime Activities for a more complete list of Vancouver’s best things to do this time of year.

To return to the top of the page, click July Calendar.

To see what’s happening next month, click August Calendar of Events.