Vancouver’s 2019 August calendar features dates and events inclukding summer festivals, concerts, outdoor movies, night markets and BC Day holiday events.

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Vancouver August Events Calendar

August 5, 2019 – BC Day (Stat Holiday)
August 17, 2019 – first day of the PNE

August Events in Vancouver

Below is what’s happening on the different days of the month. Note: schedules are subject to change – check official event websites for exact details.

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August 1-4 | August 5-11 | August 12-18 | August 19-25 | August 26-31

Thursday, August 1, 2019

Vancouver Bach Festival – a series of classical concerts at Christ Church Cathedral and/or UBC’s Chan Centre.
Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival – family-friendly activities and logger competitions in Squamish. Today’s events include the Kettle Boil Challenge and Lumberjack Chili Cook-Off at the Squamish Valley Golf Club.
Whistler Wanderlust – a celebration of mindful living that includes yoga and mountain biking up at Whistler.
Waterfront Cinema – a free movie at the northern end of the Canada Place promenade beginning at dusk. Today’s film is Shazam.
Thursday Farmers Markets – in New Westminster, Granville Island and Downtown in the Queen Elizabeth Theatre Plaza.
CBC Musical Nooners – a free concert at 12 pm outside the CBC Building at 700 Hamilton Street.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is the Disney Broadway hit Newsies.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Art Deco & Chocolate Tasting Tour at 10 am, the Forbidden Vancouver Tour at 7 pm and the Lost Souls of Gastown at 8 pm.

Friday, August 2, 2019

Abbotsford Agrifair – an agricultural fair that includes a midway, amusement rides and farm animals at Exhibition Park in Abbotsford.
Harmony Arts Festival – an arts festival with live music, art displays and a nightly outdoor movie in West Vancouver.
Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival – family-friendly activities and logger competitions in Squamish. Today’s events include world-championship chair carving in the afternoon and then bed races down Cleveland Avenue. There is also a free movie from 8:45 until 10:45 pm at Junction Park.
Drive-In Movie Nights at Heritage Park – Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse shows at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish. Admission is $20 per carload or $5 per walk-in.

Summer Nightslide Concerts – a special event featuring night sliding and live music at Cultus Lake Waterpark from 8 pm until midnight. Cost is $24.

Whistler Wanderlust – a celebration of mindful living that includes yoga and mountain biking up at Whistler.
Vancouver Bach Festival – a series of classical concerts at Christ Church Cathedral and/or UBC’s Chan Centre.
Bill Reid Gallery – free admission at the First Nation art gallery between 2 and 5 pm (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
Music at the Cannery – live music at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery on Friday evenings at 6:30 pm. Cost is $7 for adults and $5 for children. This evening’s performance is with the Harpdog Brown Quartet.
Summer Concert Series – free live music from 7 to 9 pm at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park Plaza at 1299 Pinetree Way.
CBC Musical Nooners – a free concert at 12 pm outside the CBC Building at 700 Hamilton Street.
Live & Local Concerts & Culture Series – free live music in North Vancouver.
Mission Twilight Concerts – free live music at Fraser River Heritage Park at 7 pm. Tonight’s performance is with the band DerbyTown.
Kitsilano Showboat – live entertainment from 7 until 9 pm on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach. Free admission.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is Mamma Mia! which is based on the music by ABBA.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours around Gastown and other parts of downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour at 7 pm and the Lost Souls of Gastown at 8 pm.
Night Markets
- Shipyard Night Market – live music and market activities at Shipbuilder’s Square in North Vancouver.
- Richmond Night Market – the giant Asian night market at 8351 River Road in Richmond.

Saturday, August 3, 2019

BC Day Long Weekend – a statutory holiday with various celebratory activities throughout the Lower Mainland.
Celebration of Light – last day of the season for the fireworks displays and entertainment at English Bay and Second Beach. Today’s competitor is Croatia.
Abbotsford Agrifair – an agricultural fair that includes a midway, amusement rides and animals at Exhibition Park in Abbotsford.
Brigade Days at Fort Langley – three days of celebrations featuring folk in period costume (August 3-5, 2019).
Harmony Arts Festival – an arts festival with live music, art displays and a nightly outdoor movie in West Vancouver.
White Rock Sea Festival – live entertainment, fireworks and family-friendly activities. (Exact details are to be confirmed.)
Korean Cultural Heritage Festival – a free festival celebrating Korean food, music and culture at Swangard Stadium.
Powell Street Festival – a 2-day festival celebrating Japanese-Canadian culture in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside.
Maple Ridge Caribbean Festival – a 2-day festival at the Maple Ridge Fairgrounds.
Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival – family-friendly activities and logger competitions in Squamish. Today’s events include the Kids’ Festival, Rotary BBQ, logger shows and the Loggers’ Stomp Dance.
Tsawwassen Sun Festival – a community festival that features a softball tournament in Tsawwassen (August 3-5, 2019).
Walk off the Earth – on their world tour at the Orpheum Theatre.
Whistler Wanderlust – a celebration of mindful living that includes yoga and mountain biking up at Whistler.
Vancouver Bach Festival – a series of classical concerts at Christ Church Cathedral and/or UBC’s Chan Centre.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is the Disney Broadway hit Newsies.
Kitsilano Showboat – live entertainment from 7 until 9 pm on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach. Free admission.
Shipyards Summer Sessions Concerts – free live music at North Vancouver’s Shipbuilders’ Square.
Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Lonsdale Quay, Maple Ridge, Riley Park, Squamish, Trout Lake and the West End.
Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.

Sunday, August 4, 2019

BC Day Long Weekend – a statutory holiday with various celebratory activities taking place throughout the Lower Mainland.
Abbotsford Agrifair – an agricultural fair that includes a midway, amusement rides and animals at Exhibition Park in Abbotsford.
Brigade Days at Fort Langley – three days of celebrations featuring folk in period costume.
Harmony Arts Festival – an arts festival featuring live music, art displays and a nightly outdoor movie in West Vancouver.
White Rock Sea Festival – a torchlight parade, live entertainment and family-friendly activities. (Exact details are to be confirmed.)
Powell Street Festival – a 2-day festival celebrating Japanese-Canadian culture in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside.
Maple Ridge Caribbean Festival – a 2-day festival at the Maple Ridge Fairgrounds.
Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival – a parade and logger competitions in Squamish.
Tsawwassen Sun Festival – a community festival that features a softball tournament and evening drive-in movie in Tsawwassen.
Fort Langley Makers Market – a generally monthly craft fair and celebration in scenic Fort Langley.
Vancouver Pride Parade & Festival – celebrating Vancouver’s LGBTQ community in Vancouver’s West End. Today features the parade and Sunset Beach Festival.
Whistler Wanderlust – a celebration of mindful living that includes yoga and mountain biking up at Whistler.
Vancouver Bach Festival – a series of classical concerts at Christ Church Cathedral and/or UBC’s Chan Centre.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is Mamma Mia! which is based on the music by ABBA.
Robson Square Salsa – salsa lessons and dancing in Robson Square from 3 to 7 pm (by donation).
Summer Sundays – free live music at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody.
Free Jazz Vespers – at 4 pm at First Baptist Church at 969 Burrard Street in Vancouver.
Sunday Farmers Markets – at Ambleside, Coquitlam, Kitsilano, Mt. Pleasant, Steveston Village, Whistler and White Rock.
Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.

Week of August 5th to 11th

August 1-4 | August 5-11 | August 12-18 | August 19-25 | August 26-31

Monday, August 5, 2019

BC Day – a statutory holiday with various celebratory activities throughout the Lower Mainland.
Harmony Arts Festival – an arts festival with live music, art displays and a nightly outdoor movie in West Vancouver.
Brigade Days at Fort Langley – three days of celebrations featuring folk in period costume.
Tsawwassen Sun Festival – a community festival that features a softball tournament, parade, family-friendly activities and antique car show in Tsawwassen.
Vancouver Bach Festival – a series of classical concerts at Christ Church Cathedral and/or UBC’s Chan Centre.
Kitsilano Showboat – live entertainment from 7 until 9 pm on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach. Free admission.
Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival – family-friendly activities take place at the festival’s Picnic at the Pavilion event from 11 am until 3 pm at Junction Park.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – a 2-hour walking tour around Victory Square, Chinatown and Gastown in downtown Vancouver. Departs at 7 pm and costs $28 for adults and $25 for seniors and students.
Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.

Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is the Disney Broadway hit Newsies. If you like live theatre and musicals, you’ll want to see this show!

Tuesday, August 6, 2019

Harmony Arts Festival – an arts festival with live music, art displays and a nightly outdoor movie in West Vancouver.
Vancouver Bach Festival – a series of classical concerts at Christ Church Cathedral and/or UBC’s Chan Centre.
CBC Musical Nooners – a free concert at 12 pm outside the CBC Building at 700 Hamilton Street.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is Mamma Mia! which is based on the music by ABBA.
Brahm’s Tams Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach from early evening until sunset (assuming sunny weather). Free!
Stanley Park Summer Cinema – a free outdoor movie at Second Beach in Stanley Park.
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver Tour routes. Both begin across the street from the Holy Rosary Cathedral, which is located at 646 Richards Street.

Wednesday, August 7, 2019

Harmony Arts Festival – an arts festival with live music, art displays and a nightly outdoor movie in West Vancouver.
Vancouver Bach Festival – a series of classical concerts at Christ Church Cathedral and/or UBC’s Chan Centre.
Wednesday Farmers Markets – at Main Street and in Whistler.
Mumford & Sons – in concert at BC Place Stadium.
CBC Musical Nooners – a free concert at 12 pm outside the CBC Building at 700 Hamilton Street.
Trout Lake Summer Concert Series – a free concert at the Trout Lake Community Centre with La Riva starting at around 6:30 pm.
Kitsilano Showboat – live entertainment from 7 until 9 pm on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach. Free admission.
Sounds of Summer Music Series – a free outdoor concert at Surrey’s Sullivan Park from 6:30 until 8 pm with David Sinclair & Keith Bennett.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is the Disney Broadway hit Newsies.
Sunset Cinema – a film shows for free in the plaza outside the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
Downtown Movie Nights – a film plays in the north plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Starlight Theatre Drive-in Movies – the film Aquaman shows outdoors for free at Lansdowne Centre in Richmond.

Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park at 2 pm and the Forbidden Vancouver Tour at 7 pm.

Thursday, August 8, 2019

Summer Jazz on the Porch – a “Pay What You Can” concert in Vancouver’s Barclay Heritage Square at the Roedde House Museum at 1415 Barclay Street. Today features Daniel Howard on bass guitar, Nicholas Bracewell on percussion and Winston Matsushita on keyboards from 7 until 9 pm.
Harmony Arts Festival – an arts festival with live music, art displays and a nightly outdoor movie in West Vancouver.
Vancouver Bach Festival – a series of classical concerts at Christ Church Cathedral and/or UBC’s Chan Centre.
TD Concerts for the Pier – summer evening concerts at Five Corners in White Rock.
Thursday Farmers Markets – in New Westminster, Granville Island and Downtown in the Queen Elizabeth Theatre Plaza.
CBC Musical Nooners – a free concert at 12 pm outside the CBC Building at 700 Hamilton Street.
Burnaby Outdoor Movie Series – a free film shows outdoors in the plaza outside the Bob Prittie Library at the corner of Kingsborough and MacKay.
Waterfront Cinema – a free movie at the northern end of the Canada Place promenade beginning at dusk.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is Mamma Mia! which is based on the music by ABBA.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Art Deco & Chocolate Tasting Tour at 10 am, the Forbidden Vancouver Tour at 7 pm and the Lost Souls of Gastown at 8 pm.

Friday, August 9, 2019

Harmony Arts Festival – an arts festival with live music, art displays and a nightly outdoor movie in West Vancouver.
Chilliwack Fair and Rodeo – the 146th annual fair at 44146 Luckakuck Way in Chilliwack.
KitsFest – a 3-day sports festival on the beach at Kitsilano featuring yoga, tennis, volleyball, water polo, basketball and other sports plus DJ music and bath tub races.
Abbotsford Airshow – one of the largest airshows in Canada (August 9-11, 2019).
Vancouver Bach Festival – a series of classical concerts at Christ Church Cathedral and/or UBC’s Chan Centre.
Music at the Cannery – live music at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery on Friday evenings at 6:30 pm. Cost is $7 for adults and $5 for children. This evening’s performance is with the Steve Kozak Band.
CBC Musical Nooners – a free concert at 12 pm outside the CBC Building at 700 Hamilton Street.
Kitsilano Showboat – live entertainment from 7 until 9 pm on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach. Free admission.
Live & Local Concerts & Culture Series – free live music in North Vancouver.
Mission Twilight Concerts – free live music at Fraser River Heritage Park at 7 pm. Tonight’s performance is with the band West, My Friend.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is the Disney Broadway hit Newsies.
Family Movie Nights in the Plaza – the movie Paddington 2 shows in the Civic Plaza in the City of North Vancouver at 8:30 pm.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours around Gastown and other parts of downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour at 7 pm and the Lost Souls of Gastown at 8 pm.
Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Shipyard Night Market – live music and market activities at Shipbuilder’s Square in North Vancouver.

Saturday, August 10, 2019

Savour Summer Festival – a free community event featuring family-friendly activities and live entertainment from 4 until 8 pm at the River District in South Vancouver.
KitsFest – a 3-day sports festival on the beach at Kitsilano featuring yoga, tennis, volleyball, water polo, basketball and other sports plus DJ music.
Burnaby Blues + Roots Festival – a music festival at Deer Lake Park featuring various bands, including Lord Huron.
Harmony Arts Festival – an arts festival with live music, art displays and a nightly outdoor movie in West Vancouver.
Abbotsford Airshow – one of the largest airshows in Canada.
Chilliwack Fair and Rodeo – the 147th annual fair at 44146 Luckakuck Way in Chilliwack.
Mount Pleasant Street Party – a free art event along Main Street from noon until 6 pm that’s part of the Vancouver Mural Festival.
Kaleidoscope Arts Festival – a free community event at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park at 1299 Pinetree Way.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is Mamma Mia! which is based on the music by ABBA.
Kitsilano Showboat – live entertainment from 7 until 9 pm on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach. Free admission.
Shipyards Summer Sessions Concerts – free live music at North Vancouver’s Shipbuilders’ Square.
Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Lonsdale Quay, Maple Ridge, Riley Park, Squamish, Trout Lake and the West End.
Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue.
Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Family Favourites Movies – $2.99 movies at select Cineplex theatres in the Lower Mainland.

Sunday, August 11, 2019

Chilliwack Fair and Rodeo – the 146th annual fair at 44146 Luckakuck Way in Chilliwack.
Harmony Arts Festival – last day of the arts festival with live music and art displays in West Vancouver.
KitsFest – a 3-day sports festival on the beach at Kitsilano featuring yoga, tennis, volleyball, water polo, basketball and other sports plus DJ music.
Colombian Independence Picnic – a free family-friendly event hosted by Vancouver’s Colombian community at Central Park in Burnaby.
Abbotsford Airshow – one of the largest airshows in Canada.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is the Disney Broadway hit Newsies.
Robson Square Salsa – salsa lessons and dancing in Robson Square from 3 to 7 pm (by donation).
Summer Sundays – free live music at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody.
Ladner Village Market – from 10 am to 4 pm along 48th Avenue between Delta Street and Elliott Street in Ladner.
Squamish Street Market – a once-a-month summer event on Cleveland Avenue in downtown Squamish from 10 am until 6 pm.
Sunday Farmers Markets – at Ambleside, Coquitlam, Kitsilano, Mt. Pleasant, Whistler and White Rock.
Flea Markets
- Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue.
- Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey from 6 am until 3 pm.
- Abbotsford Flea Market – a giant flea market at Abbotsford Exhibition Park from 6 am to 4 pm.
Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Free Jazz Vespers – at 4 pm at First Baptist Church at 969 Burrard Street in Vancouver. (Formerly at St. Andrew’s Wesley across the street.)

Week of August 12th to 18th

August 1-4 | August 5-11 | August 12-18 | August 19-25 | August 26-31

Monday, August 12, 2019

CBC Musical Nooners – a free concert at 12 pm outside the CBC Building at 700 Hamilton Street.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is Mamma Mia! which is based on the music by ABBA.
Kitsilano Showboat – live entertainment from 7 until 9 pm on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach. Free admission.
Music on the Wharf – an outdoor concert on the Port Haney Wharf at 22360 River Road in Maple Ridge. Today’s music is with the Bruce James Orchestra.
Zumba at Canada Place – free Zumba classes at the north end of Canada Place from 5:30 until 6:30 pm.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – a 2-hour walking tour around Victory Square, Chinatown and Gastown in downtown Vancouver. Departs at 7 pm and costs $28 for adults and $25 for seniors and students.

Tuesday, August 13, 2019

CBC Musical Nooners – a free concert at 12 pm outside the CBC Building at 700 Hamilton Street.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is the Disney Broadway hit Newsies.
Stanley Park Summer Cinema – a free outdoor movie at Second Beach in Stanley Park.
Brahm’s Tams Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach from early evening until sunset (assuming sunny weather). Free!
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver Tour routes. Both begin across the street from the Holy Rosary Cathedral, which is located at 646 Richards Street.

Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Wednesday Farmers Markets – at Main Street and in Whistler.
CBC Musical Nooners – a free concert at 12 pm outside the CBC Building at 700 Hamilton Street.
Trout Lake Summer Concert Series – a free concert at the Trout Lake Community Centre with Norine Braun & Band starting at around 6:30 pm.
Sounds of Summer Music Series – a free outdoor concert at the Historic Stewart Farmhouse in Surrey. The musician tonight is Lou Morocco.
Kitsilano Showboat – live entertainment from 7 until 9 pm on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach. Free admission.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is Mamma Mia! which is based on the music by ABBA.
Sunset Cinema – a film shows for free in the plaza outside the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
Downtown Movie Nights – a film plays in the north plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Starlight Theatre Drive-in Movies – the film Shazam! shows outdoors for free at Lansdowne Centre in Richmond.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park at 2 pm and the Forbidden Vancouver Tour at 7 pm.

Thursday, August 15, 2019

Beaty Nocturnal – the Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC is open by donation tonight from 5 to 8:30 pm. Guided tours are at 7 pm.
Thursday Farmers Markets – in New Westminster, Granville Island and Downtown in the Queen Elizabeth Theatre Plaza.
CBC Musical Nooners – a free concert at 12 pm outside the CBC Building at 700 Hamilton Street.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is the Disney Broadway hit Newsies.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Art Deco & Chocolate Tasting Tour at 10 am, the Forbidden Vancouver Tour at 7 pm and the Lost Souls of Gastown at 8 pm.
Burnaby Outdoor Movie Series – a free movie shows outdoors in the plaza outside the Bob Prittie Library.
Waterfront Cinema – a free movie at the northern end of the Canada Place promenade beginning at dusk.

Friday, August 16, 2019

Rock Ambleside – a classic rock festival at West Vancouver’s Ambleside Park.
Music at the Cannery – live music at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery on Friday evenings at 6:30 pm. Cost is $7 for adults and $5 for children. This evening’s performance is with the Beauty Shop Dolls.
Arts Club Spirits Series – a spirit-tasting and speaker series event for adults (ages 19+) at the BMO Theatre Centre at 162 West 1st Avenue. It’s a fundraising event benefiting the Arts Club Theatre.

Ribfest Langley – a community event hosted by Langley Rotary Clubs and featuring BBQ ribs and entertainment. Takes place at McLeod Athletic Park on the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the weekend of August 16th to 18th.

Sounds of Summer Music Series – an outdoor concert at Surrey’s Francis Park from 1 until 2:30 pm with the Peter, Paul & Mary tribute band True North Troubadours.
CBC Musical Nooners – a free concert at 12 pm outside the CBC Building at 700 Hamilton Street.
Mission Twilight Concerts – free live music at Fraser River Heritage Park at 7 pm. Tonight’s performance is with Tiller’s Folly.
Live & Local Concerts & Culture Series – free live music in North Vancouver.
Kitsilano Showboat – live entertainment from 7 until 9 pm on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach. Free admission.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is Mamma Mia! which is based on the music by ABBA.

Summer Nightslide Concerts – a special event featuring night sliding and live music at Cultus Lake Waterpark from 8 pm until midnight. Cost is $24.

Night Markets
- Shipyard Night Market – live music and market activities at Shipbuilder’s Square in North Vancouver.
- Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours around Gastown and other parts of downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour at 7 pm and the Lost Souls of Gastown at 8 pm.

Saturday, August 17, 2019

Ribfest Langley – a community event hosted by Langley Rotary Clubs and featuring BBQ ribs and entertainment at McLeod Athletic Park.
Arts Alive Festival – a community arts festival in Langley.
Rock Ambleside – a classic rock festival at West Vancouver’s Ambleside Park.
Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) – first day of the season for Vancouver’s annual summer fair with amusement rides, shows, vendor markets and live music. Today is free admission day for first responders and tonight’s feature concert is with Blue Rodeo.
New West Pride – an event celebrating the LGBTTQ community along New Westminster’s Columbia Street.
Bathtub Race & Festival – at Tsawwassen’s Centennial Beach.
Picnic on the Pier – a fundraising event for the Peace Arch Hospital Foundation where participants enjoy live entertainment and dinner on the pier in White Rock.
SeaWheeze Half Marathon – a 21.1 km run in downtown Vancouver with an evening Sunset Festival at Stanley Park.
Theatre Under the Stars – outdoor musical theatre in Stanley Park. This evening’s performance is the Disney Broadway hit Newsies.
Festival del Humor– a Spanish comedy festival featuring Mexican television comedians at the Massey Theatre in New Westminster. (Note: the program is all in Spanish.)
Shipyards Summer Sessions Concerts – free live music at North Vancouver’s Shipbuilders’ Square.
Kitsilano Showboat – live entertainment from 7 until 9 pm on the outdoor stage at Kitsilano Beach. Free admission.
Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Lonsdale Quay, Maple Ridge, Riley Park, Squamish, Trout Lake and the West End.
Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue.
Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Family Favourites Movies – $2.99 movies at select Cineplex theatres in the Lower Mainland.

Sunday, August 18, 2019

Rock Ambleside – a classic rock festival at West Vancouver’s Ambleside Park.
Ribfest Langley – a community event hosted by Langley Rotary Clubs and featuring BBQ ribs and entertainment at McLeod Athletic Park.
Port Moody Car Free Day – a free community festival along Port Moody’s St. John’s Street between 12 and 7 pm.
Pakistan Festival – a free cultural event in the north Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) – Vancouver’s annual summer fair with amusement rides, shows, vendor markets and live music. Today is free admission day for first responders and tonight’s concert is with ZZ Top.
Robson Square Salsa – salsa lessons and dancing in Robson Square from 3 to 7 pm (by donation).
Summer Sundays – free live music at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody.
Sunday Farmers Markets – at Ambleside, Coquitlam, Kitsilano, Mt. Pleasant, Steveston Village, Whistler and White Rock.
Flea Markets
- Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue.
- Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey from 6 am until 3 pm.
- Abbotsford Flea Market – a giant flea market at Abbotsford Exhibition Park from 6 am to 4 pm.
Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Free Jazz Vespers – at 4 pm at First Baptist Church at 969 Burrard Street in Vancouver. (Formerly at St. Andrew’s Wesley across the street.)

Week of August 19th to 25th

August 1-4 | August 5-11 | August 12-18 | August 19-25 | August 26-31

Monday, August 19, 2019

Zumba at Canada Place – free Zumba classes at the north end of Canada Place from 5:30 until 6:30 pm.
Weird Al Yankovic – on his Strings Attached Tour at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.

Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – a 2-hour walking tour around Victory Square, Chinatown and Gastown in downtown Vancouver. Departs at 7 pm and costs $28 for adults and $25 for seniors and students.

Tuesday, August 20, 2019

Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) – Vancouver’s annual summer fair with amusement rides, shows, vendor markets and live music. Tonight’s concert is with 98 Degrees. Today is also free admission day for people arriving between 11 am and 1 pm.
Stanley Park Summer Cinema – a free outdoor movie at Second Beach in Stanley Park.
Brahm’s Tams Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach from early evening until sunset (assuming sunny weather). Free!
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver Tour routes. Both begin across the street from the Holy Rosary Cathedral, which is located at 646 Richards Street.
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) – Vancouver’s annual summer fair with amusement rides, shows, vendor markets and live music. Tonight’s concert is with the Burton Cummings. Today is also 2-for-1 rides day for anyone arriving between 11 am and 1 pm, plus anyone with a BC library card and photo ID pays only $6 for general admission!
Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – acres of beautiful sunflowers to admire at 41310 Yale Road in Chilliwack.
Wednesday Farmers Markets – at Main Street and in Whistler.
Trout Lake Summer Concert Series – a free concert at the Trout Lake Community Centre with the Soda Crackers starting at around 6:30 pm.
Sunset Cinema – a film shows for free in the plaza outside the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
Downtown Movie Nights – a film plays in the north plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Sounds of Summer Music Series – a free outdoor concert at Holland Park in Surrey from 6:30 until 8 pm. The band is Top City.
Weird Al Yankovic – on his Strings Attached Tour at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
Starlight Theatre Drive-in Movies – the film Detective Pikachu shows outdoors for free at Lansdowne Centre in Richmond.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park at 2 pm and the Forbidden Vancouver Tour at 7 pm.

Thursday, August 22, 2019

Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – acres of beautiful sunflowers to admire at 41310 Yale Road in Chilliwack.
Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) – Vancouver’s annual summer fair with amusement rides, shows, vendor markets and live music. Tonight’s feature concert is with Vince Neil from Mötley Crüe. Today is also Seniors Day where folk ages 65+ get free admission and complimentary rides on the Ferris Wheel.
Burnaby Outdoor Movie Series – a free film shows outdoors in the plaza outside the Bob Prittie Library.
Waterfront Cinema – a free movie at the northern end of the Canada Place promenade beginning at dusk.
Thursday Farmers Markets – in New Westminster, Granville Island and Downtown in the Queen Elizabeth Theatre Plaza.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Art Deco & Chocolate Tasting Tour at 10 am, the Forbidden Vancouver Tour at 7 pm and the Lost Souls of Gastown at 8 pm.

Friday, August 23, 2019

KiteClash – the Canadian Freestyle Kiteboarding Championships in Squamish.
Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) – Vancouver’s annual summer fair with amusement rides, shows, vendor markets and live music. Tonight’s concert is with Smokey Robinson.
Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – acres of beautiful sunflowers to admire at 41310 Yale Road in Chilliwack.
Safe & Sound Music Fest – an R&B and Hip Hop music festival in New Westminster.
Music at the Cannery – live music at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery on Friday evenings at 6:30 pm. Cost is $7 for adults and $5 for children. This evening’s performance is with the Indie-Roots band Willy Blizzard.
Live & Local Concerts & Culture Series – free live music in North Vancouver.
Mission Twilight Concerts – free live music at Fraser River Heritage Park at 7 pm. Tonight’s performance is with the band Roads.
Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Shipyard Night Market – live music and market activities at Shipbuilder’s Square in North Vancouver.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours around Gastown and other parts of downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour at 7 pm and the Lost Souls of Gastown at 8 pm.

Saturday, August 24, 2019

KiteClash – the Canadian Freestyle Kiteboarding Championships in Squamish.
Electrafest – an electric vehicle showcase event at the Roundhouse Community Centre in Yaletown from 10 am until 4 pm. Free admission.
Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – acres of beautiful sunflowers to admire at 41310 Yale Road in Chilliwack.
Chilliwack Flight Fest – today features a hanger dance at the Chilliwack Airport at 46206 Airport Road.
Chilliwack Garlic Festival – an event with live music and family-friendly activities at Fantasy Farms in Chilliwack at 9423 Gibson Road.
Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) – Vancouver’s annual summer fair with amusement rides, shows, vendor markets and live music. Tonight’s concert is with Now’s the Time Tour – Collective Soul & Gin Blossoms.
Steveston Dragon Boat Festival – dragon boat races in Steveston Village.
Safe & Sound Music Fest – an R&B and Hip Hop music festival in New Westminster.
5 Peaks Whistler Blackcomb Race – a 6.6-km Sports Course, 10.6-km Enduro Course, 1-km Children’s Challenge and 3-km Timed Kids’ Race at Whistler.
Shipyards Summer Sessions Concerts – free live music at North Vancouver’s Shipbuilders’ Square.
Cloverdale Market Days – a large artisan market featuring over 100 vendors in downtown Cloverdale on 176th Street (between 56A Avenue and 58 Avenue) from 10 am until 3 pm.
Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Lonsdale Quay, Maple Ridge, Riley Park, Squamish, Trout Lake and the West End.
Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue.
Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Family Favourites Movies – $2.99 movies at select Cineplex theatres in the Lower Mainland.

Sunday, August 25, 2019

KiteClash – the Canadian Freestyle Kiteboarding Championships in Squamish.
Deep Cove Daze – a 1-day community festival with music, food and market stalls at Panorama Park in North Vancouver’s Deep Cove. CANCELLED FOR 2019.
Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – acres of beautiful sunflowers to admire at 41310 Yale Road in Chilliwack.
Chilliwack Garlic Festival – an event with live music and family-friendly activities at Fantasy Farms in Chilliwack at 9423 Gibson Road.
Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) – Vancouver’s annual summer fair with amusement rides, shows, vendor markets and live music. Tonight’s concert is STYX.
Pinoy Fiesta – a Philippine festival and parade at Vancouver’s Memorial South Park.
Robson Square Salsa – salsa lessons and dancing in Robson Square from 3 to 7 pm (by donation).
Summer Sundays – free live music at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody.
Sunday Farmers Markets – at Ambleside, Coquitlam, Kitsilano, Mt. Pleasant, Whistler and White Rock.
Ladner Village Market – from 10 am to 4 pm along 48th Avenue between Delta Street and Elliott Street in Ladner.
Flea Markets
- Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue.
- Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey from 6 am until 3 pm.
- Abbotsford Flea Market – a giant flea market at Abbotsford Exhibition Park from 6 am to 4 pm.
Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Free Jazz Vespers – at 4 pm at First Baptist Church at 969 Burrard Street in Vancouver. (Formerly at St. Andrew’s Wesley across the street.)

Week of August 26th to 31st

August 1-4 | August 5-11 | August 12-18 | August 19-25 | August 26-31

Monday, August 26, 2019

Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – acres of beautiful sunflowers to admire from 10 am until 7 pm at 41310 Yale Road in Chilliwack.
Music on the Wharf – an outdoor concert on the Port Haney Wharf at 22360 River Road in Maple Ridge. Tonight’s music is with Lincoln Street Union.
Zumba at Canada Place – free Zumba classes at the north end of Canada Place from 5:30 until 6:30 pm.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – a 2-hour walking tour around Victory Square, Chinatown and Gastown in downtown Vancouver. Departs at 7 pm and costs $28 for adults and $25 for seniors and students.

Tuesday, August 27, 2019

Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) – Vancouver’s annual summer fair with amusement rides, shows, vendor markets and live music. Tonight’s concert is with UB40. Today is also free admission day for people arriving between 11 am and 1 pm.
Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – acres of beautiful sunflowers to admire at 41310 Yale Road in Chilliwack.
Brahm’s Tams Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach from early evening until sunset (assuming sunny weather). Free!
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown and Forbidden Vancouver Tour routes. Both begin across the street from the Holy Rosary Cathedral, which is located at 646 Richards Street.

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) – Vancouver’s annual summer fair with amusement rides, shows, vendor markets and live music. Tonight’s concert is with Colin James. Today is also 2-for-1 rides day for anyone arriving between 11 am and 1 pm.
Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – acres of beautiful sunflowers to admire at 41310 Yale Road in Chilliwack.
Trout Lake Summer Concert Series – a free concert at the Trout Lake Community Centre with Checo Tohomaso & the VOC Sweet Soul Gospel Choir starting at around 6:30 pm.
Carly Rae Jepsen – on her come back tour at the Commodore Ballroom.
Starlight Theatre Drive-in Movies – the film Inception shows outdoors for free at Lansdowne Centre in Richmond.
Wednesday Farmers Markets – at Main Street and in Whistler.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park at 2 pm and the Forbidden Vancouver Tour at 7 pm.

Thursday, August 29, 2019

Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – acres of beautiful sunflowers to admire at 41310 Yale Road in Chilliwack.
Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) – Vancouver’s annual summer fair with amusement rides, shows, vendor markets and live music. Tonight’s concert is with I Love the 90’s feat. Vanilla Ice, Montell Jordan, Biz Markie & Rob Base.
Waterfront Cinema – a free movie at the northern end of the Canada Place promenade beginning at dusk.
Burnaby Outdoor Movie Series – a free film shows outdoors in the plaza outside the Bob Prittie Library at the corner of Kingsborough and MacKay.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Art Deco & Chocolate Tasting Tour at 10 am, the Forbidden Vancouver Tour at 7 pm and the Lost Souls of Gastown at 8 pm.
Thursday Farmers Markets – in New Westminster, Granville Island and Downtown in the Queen Elizabeth Theatre Plaza.

Friday, August 30, 2019

Richmond World Festival – a free multicultural event at Minoru Park in Richmond.
Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – acres of beautiful sunflowers to admire at 41310 Yale Road in Chilliwack.
Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) – Vancouver’s annual summer fair with amusement rides, shows, vendor markets and live music. Tonight’s concert is with Hammer’s House Party: MC Hammer with Special Guest Bobby Brown.
Music at the Cannery – live music at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery on Friday evenings at 6:30 pm. Cost is $7 for adults and $5 for children. This evening’s performance is with the Folk band Illiteraty.
Mission Twilight Concerts – free live music at Fraser River Heritage Park at 7 pm. Tonight’s performance is with the band Big City Soul.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours around Gastown and other parts of downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour at 7 pm and the Lost Souls of Gastown at 8 pm.
Roedde House – admission to the historic museum in Vancouver’s West End is by donation today (because it’s the last Friday of the month).
Night Markets
- Shipyard Night Market – live music and market activities at Shipbuilder’s Square in North Vancouver.
- Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.

Saturday, August 31, 2019

Richmond World Festival – a free multicultural event at Minoru Park in Richmond.
Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – acres of beautiful sunflowers to admire at 41310 Yale Road in Chilliwack.
Bands on the Beach – a live music event at Harrison Hot Springs.
Nikkei Matsuri – Japanese cultural festivities in Burnaby.
Taiwanfest – a large Asian street party on Granville Street in downtown Vancouver.
Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) – Vancouver’s annual summer fair with amusement rides, shows, vendor markets and live music. Today is free admission day for first responders and tonight’s feature concert is with Billy Idol.
Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Lonsdale Quay, Maple Ridge, Riley Park, Squamish, Trout Lake and the West End.
Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue.
Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Family Favourites Movies – $2.99 movies at select Cineplex theatres in the Lower Mainland. (To be confirmed.)

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Events in August 2019

The following events will likely also take place in August 2019 (with details to be confirmed):

Vancouver Zombie Walk – an informal parade of people in costumes. Zombie participants meet at 3 pm outside the Vancouver Art Gallery and then proceed from Robson Street to English Bay beginning at 4 pm. (Likely on the last Saturday in August, but to be confirmed.)
Vancouver Whitecaps – soccer game against various teams at BC Place Stadium.
- August 17, 2019 – vs. D.C. United
- August 31, 2019 – vs. New York City FC
BC Lions Football – Canadian professional football at BC Place Stadium with the BC Lions vs Hamilton at 7 pm (August 24, 2019).
Agassiz Raceway Car Racing – car racing at 5045 Cemetery Road (10 km from Harrison Hot Springs).
Monstercat Compound – a block party with music, video games and art from 2 until 9 pm at Monstercat HQ at 380 Railway Street in Vancouver. Free admission.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – NWL League games (and occasional fireworks nights) at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- August 8, 2019 – vs. Everett
- August 9, 2019 – vs. Everett
- August 10, 2019 – vs. Everett
- August 17, 2019 – vs. Boise
- August 18, 2019 – vs. Boise
- August 19, 2019 – vs. Boise
- August 23, 2019 – vs. Salem-Keizer
- August 24, 2019 – vs. Salem-Keizer
- August 25, 2019 – vs. Salem-Keizer
- August 26, 2019 – vs. Salem-Keizer
- August 28, 2019 – vs. Tri-City
- August 29, 2019 – vs. Tri-City
- August 30, 2019 – vs. Tri-City
East Side Flea – an outdoor market featuring vendors selling vintage, collectibles, handmade and other items at 238 1st Avenue in East Vancouver (August 9 & 10, 2019).
Starlight Theatre Drive-in Movies – an outdoor drive-in movie at Richmond’s Lansdowne Centre at 5300 No. 3 Road. Tonight’s film is Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Dinner on the Pier – a fancy dinner on the pier at North Vancouver’s Shipyards. (Early August)
Dîner en Blanc – the 9th annual special outdoor dinner at a secret location somewhere in Vancouver. Over 4000 registered participants are expected to turn out in white with their own chairs, table, food, cutlery and dishware. (August 8th, with location and other details to be confirmed.)
Red Truck Concert Series – multiple performances at Red Truck Brewery at 295 East 1st Avenue in Vancouver. (July 20, 2019.)
Cates Park Summer Concerts – free live music between 4 and 7 pm at North Vancouver’s Cates Park. (To be confirmed.)
Clover Valley Beer Festival – a beer-sampling event at the Cloverdale Rodeo Fairgrounds.
Summer Cinema at the Richmond Oval – a free indoor movie, drinks and popcorn at the ROX Theatre. Admission is free but on a first-come, first-saved basis.
YVR Community Chill Out – free family-friendly activities and live entertainment at Larry Berg Flight Path Park in Richmond. (To be confirmed.)
Movie & Music in the Park – free family-friendly activities and live entertainment at Conaught Park in Kitsilano. (To be confirmed.)
Pet-a-Palooza – a free pet-friendly festival in the 1100 block of Mainland Street in Yaletown. (To be confirmed.)
Fraserfest Vancouver – a free community event at Fishermen’s Wharf in False Creek at 1505 West 1st Avenue featuring live music, family-friendly activities and educational information. (To be confirmed for 2019.)

Top 7 Things to Do in August

Take in a performance at the Bard on the Beach Festival.
Enjoy the BC Day celebrations at Fort Langley or White Rock (or anywhere else around town) during the August Long Weekend.
Spend time at any of Metro Vancouver’s best beaches.
Visit one of the Lower Mainland’s most interesting small towns and villages including Horseshoe Bay (and visit Whytecliff or Lighthouse Park along the way), Deep Cove (and stay for the Friday evening music in the park), White Rock (and take your swimsuit) or Steveston Village (and take your bike to cycle along the water).
Get out of the city to someplace dark at night in mid-August to see the peak of the Perseids Meteor Shower.
Take in any of the live music performances occurring in North Vancouver on Friday evenings at Deep Cove or Lynn Valley with the North Vancouver Summer Concert Series, or at various parks in Surrey during that city’s Sounds of Summer Music Series.
Check out one of the region’s many farmers markets for fresh produce, to support local farmers and to enjoy the experience.

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

Typical August Weather

Summers in Vancouver are typically very dry, with August being one of the warmest and driest months of the year.

The city can sometimes practically go without any rain from the beginning of July until late August, with the first real summer rains coming just in time for the PNE fair in the last week or so of the month.

The days in August are warm (for Vancouver), but the evenings are starting to get cool again towards the end of the month.

Average high temperatures in August are a nice 22 degrees Celsius (or 72 F), and the lows are typically around 13 (or 55 F), or cooler as September approaches. Vancouver gets an average of less than 40 mm of rain in the month (or a bit more than 1.5 inches).

Recommended Activities

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

There are live music performances at noon on weekdays outside the CBC building (by Georgia and Hamilton across from the library in downtown Vancouver), and live outdoor music on Friday evenings on the North Shore at various locations, including at Deep Cove and Cates Park.

And what’s the number one best thing to do in Vancouver in August? For many it’s a day with the family or friends at the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE). For others it’s the Honda Celebration of Light fireworks.

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