Free events in Vancouver in June most years include street parties, parades, summer markets, concerts, festivals, Indigenous events and Father’s Day activities.

Free Activities in June 2025

For a list of June events in 2025 including activities that aren’t free, see Vancouver’s June Events Calendar.

For a list of FREE (and almost free) activities and events this month, see below. And for a list of inexpensive things to do throughout the year, see Vancouver on a Budget.

Top Free Events in June

In June top free events include street festivals like Car-Free Day Surrey, Greek Day on Broadway and the Shipyards Night Market. There is also the West Van Community Cultural Fest, Indigenous Peoples Day Celebrations, Vancouver Jazz Festival events, Langley Community Day, Pitt Meadows Day, Fair in the Square, Sasquatch Days, the Vancouver Dragon Boat Festival and the list goes on! There are so many fantastic free things to do!

To find out when these activities take place, click the above links or see Vancouver’s June Calendar of Free Events below.

Sunday, June 1st (2025)

• West of Main Art Walk – art studios all around Vancouver west of Main Street have open houses for people to see art and meet local artists.
• Olde Farmhouse Vintage Market – a classy second-hand market in Maple Ridge at the Albion Fairgrounds. It features collectibles, vintage goods, antiques and other old stuff. It’s a “junkers” dream and admission is just $5, but free for children ages 12 and under.
• Go by Bike Week – May 31 to June 6 is a week where people are encouraged to ride their bicycles as much as possible.

Sunday Markets

• Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds. Admission is $2, but free for kids ages 12 and under.
• Coquitlam Farmers Market – in the Dogwood Pavilion parking lot at 624 Poirier Street in Coquitlam.
• Kitsilano Farmers Market – at the Kitsilano Community Centre in Vancouver.
• Steveston Farmers Market – at Garry Point Park in Richmond.
• Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue. Admission ranges from $2 to $4 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
• Whistler Farmers Market – in Whistler Village.
• White Rock Farmers Market – at 15154 Russell Avenue in the Miramar Plaza.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley Historic Site – admission is free for folks under the age of 18.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Monday, June 2nd (2025)

• Go by Bike Week – May 31 to June 6 is a week where people are encouraged to ride their bicycles as much as possible.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature.
• Vancouver Beaches – especially if the weather is good, Lower Mainland beaches are also great places to visit.
• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Fort Langley Historic Site – admission is free for youth under the age of 18.
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Tuesday, June 3rd (2025)

• Seniors Week at the Museum of Surrey – today features a Brief History of Cloverdale tour with free tea and snacks. Pre-registration is recommended.
• Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – if the weather is good, informal drumming happens at Third Beach in the evening.
• Go by Bike Week – May 31 to June 6 is a week where people are encouraged to ride their bicycles as much as possible.
• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum, Museum of Surrey and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

North Shore Public Places to Enjoy Adult Refreshments!

Did you know that there are a number of parks and plazas on Vancouver’s North Shore where you can drink alcohol in public? You can buy your beverages at the liquor store and enjoy them with your friends at some fabulous places. See our article about North Shore Alcohol-Friendly Parks for details.

Wednesday, June 4th (2025)

• Downtown Farmers Market – a weekly market in the plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery on Georgia Street.
• Go by Bike Week – May 31 to June 6 is a week where people are encouraged to ride their bicycles as much as possible.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature.
• Vancouver Beaches – especially if the weather is good, Lower Mainland beaches are also great places to visit.
• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Thursday, June 5th (2025)

• New Westminster Farmers Market – a market with vendors selling fresh produce at New Westminster’s Tipperary Park at 315 Queens Avenue.
• Port Coquitlam Farmers Market – a small market at Leigh Square from 3:00 until 7:00 pm.
• Go by Bike Week – May 31 to June 6 is a week where people are encouraged to ride their bicycles as much as possible.
• Pow Wow Zumba and Wool Weaving – a dance workout and a Coast Salish wool weaving workshop in North Vancouver in celebration of National Indigenous Heritage Month.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature.
• Vancouver Beaches – especially if the weather is good, Lower Mainland beaches are also great places to visit.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Friday, June 6th (2025)

• White Rock Night Market – by the pier and along the waterfront promenade in White Rock.
• BC Mine Rescue Competition – an event that’s open to the public at the Britannia Mine Museum.
• Shipyards Night Market – artisan vendors, food trucks, and live entertainment in North Vancouver’s Shipyards District.
• Bill Reid Gallery – free admission to the First Nations art gallery between 2:00 and 5:00 pm (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
• Vancouver Art Gallery – admission to the city’s main art gallery at 750 Hornby Street is by donation today (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
• Go by Bike Week – May 31 to June 6 is a week where people are encouraged to ride their bicycles as much as possible.
• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Burnaby Village, Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Saturday, June 7th (2025)

• Open House at VMM – the Vancouver Maritime Museum has family-friendly activities and free admission today.
• World Ocean’s Day at the Cannery – the Gulf of Georgia Cannery in Steveston Village has free admission and special activities today.
• Doors Open Richmond – dozens of open houses with free admission happen at participating tourist attractions, farms, art studios, religious organizations and other places in Richmond today.
• BC Mine Rescue Competition – an event that’s open to the public at the Britannia Mine Museum.
• Rock the Block in Maple Ridge – a free, family-friendly event happens in the evening at Cottonwood North Park.
• Pitt Meadows Day – a pancake breakfast, parade, family-friendly activities and drone show in Pitt Meadows.
• Gulf of Georgia Cannery – admission to the historic site in Steveston Village is free today (as part of Doors Open Richmond).
• West Van Community Cultural Fest – a family-friendly event featuring live music, community information booths and other activities at Ambleside Park.
• Hats Off Day – a parade and street party-style community event along Hastings Street in Burnaby.
• Public Disco Block Party – an event with DJ music and other activities on Granville Island.
• Surrey Car Free Day – a free event with live entertainment and market vendors in Surrey.
• Classic Boat & Car Show – a fundraising event featuring 50+ classic boats and cars at the Burrard Yacht Club in North Vancouver. Admission is by donation with funds raised benefiting the Adaptive Sailing Association of BC.

Saturday Markets

• Abbotsford Farm and Country Market – in downtown Abbotsford.
• Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – outside Burnaby City Hall at 4949 Canada Way.
• Fort Langley Village Farmers Market – at 9025 Glover Road in the parking lot of St. Andrews Historic Church.
• Haney Farmers Market – at Memorial Peace Park in Maple Ridge.
• Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Riley Park near Nat Bailey Stadium.
• Squamish Farmers Market – in downtown Squamish.
• Trout Lake Farmers Market – at John Hendry Park in the north parking lot.
• Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue. Admission ranges from $2 to $4 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
• West End Farmers Market – at 1100 Comox Street.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Sunday, June 8th (2025)

• Doors Open Richmond – dozens of open houses with free admission happen at participating tourist attractions, farms, art studios, religious organizations and other places in Richmond today.
• Fair in the Square – live entertainment and other activities at Victory Square in Vancouver.
• Fraser Valley Classic Car Show – a fundraising event for Chilliwack General Hospital. Admission is by donation.
• Italian Day on the Drive – a massive Italian-themed street party-style event along Vancouver’s Commercial Drive.
• Public Disco Block Party – an event with DJ music and other activities on Granville Island.

Sunday Markets

• Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver.
• Chilliwack Farmers Market – at 9360 Mill Street in downtown Chilliwack.
• Clayton Community Farmers Market – in the parking lot of Clayton Heights Secondary School in Surrey.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds. Admission is $2, but free for kids ages 12 and under.
• Coquitlam Farmers Market – in the Dogwood Pavilion parking lot at 624 Poirier Street in Coquitlam.
• Kitsilano Farmers Market – at the Kitsilano Community Centre in Vancouver.
• Ladner Village Market – a large farmers and artisan market in downtown Ladner.
• Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $4 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
• Whistler Farmers Market – in Whistler Village.
• White Rock Farmers Market – at 15154 Russell Avenue in the Miramar Plaza.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Monday, June 9th (2025)

• Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature.
• Vancouver Beaches – especially if the weather is good, Lower Mainland beaches are also great places to visit.
• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.

Tuesday, June 10th (2025)

• Cheap Movie Night – at most Metro Vancouver cinemas (so it’s not free, but it is extra cheap).
• Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – if the weather is good, informal drumming happens at Third Beach in the evening.
• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Wednesday, June 11th (2025)

• Downtown Farmers Market – a weekly market in the plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery on Georgia Street.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature.
• Vancouver Beaches – especially if the weather is good, Lower Mainland beaches are also great places to visit.
• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Thursday, June 12th (2025)

• New Westminster Farmers Market – a market with vendors selling fresh produce at New Westminster’s Tipperary Park at 315 Queens Avenue.
• Port Coquitlam Farmers Market – a small market at Leigh Square from 3:00 until 7:00 pm.
• Red Cedar Woman Weaving Workshop – weave a cedar mat in North Vancouver in celebration of National Indigenous Heritage Month.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature.
• Vancouver Beaches – especially if the weather is good, Lower Mainland beaches are also great places to visit.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Friday, June 13th (2025)

• Shipyards Night Market – artisan vendors, food trucks, and live entertainment in North Vancouver’s Shipyards District.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature.
• Vancouver Beaches – especially if the weather is good, Lower Mainland beaches are also great places to visit.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Saturday, June 14th (2025)

• Concert with Robin Layne – the popular musician and children’s entertainer performs at the Roundhouse in Yaletown on June 14th in 2025. It’s not free, but at $5 per person it’s very affordable.
• Chinese Musical Instrument Garden – the Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble and children’s singer and entertainer Ginalina host a free event at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
• Langley Community Day – live entertainment, food trucks, an artisan market and family-friendly things to do at Douglas Park.
• Stalew Indigenous Month Celebrations – free activities take place at Fort Langley National Historic Site including an Indigenous market, powwow drumming, dancing and singing.
• The Water We Call Home – an event celebrating National Indigenous Heritage Month at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery in Steveston Village.
• Garage Sale Day – lots of garage sales are happening in Port Coquitlam today.
• Rotary Ride for Rescue – a cycling event up Cypress Mountain to raise money for North Shore Rescue and other Rotary humanitarian projects. It’s free to watch and cheer on participants.
• Fleetwood Classic Car Show – vintage cars, live entertainment and a barbeque lunch at Venvi Fleetwood Villa in Surrey. Admission is by donation.
• Sensory Fun Day at MOS – the Museum of Surrey hosts an afternoon of free activities for people who like quieter environments and appreciate environments that are fun, but not overly simulating for their senses.

Saturday Markets

• Abbotsford Farm and Country Market – in downtown Abbotsford.
• Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – outside Burnaby City Hall at 4949 Canada Way.
• Fort Langley Village Farmers Market – at 9025 Glover Road in the parking lot of St. Andrews Historic Church. (Note: There is also an Indigenous Market and other activities with free admission at Fort Langley Historic Site.)
• Haney Farmers Market – at Memorial Peace Park in Maple Ridge.
• Stalew Indigenous Market – a free, one-day market and other activities take place at Fort Langley National Historic Site.
• Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Riley Park at 50 East 30th Avenue across the street from Nat Bailey Stadium.
• Squamish Farmers Market – in downtown Squamish.
• Trout Lake Farmers Market – at John Hendry Park in the north parking lot.
• Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $4 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
• West End Farmers Market – at 1100 Comox Street.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Sunday, June 15th (2025)

• Father’s Day – a special day for remembering dads. Family-friendly activities happen all over town most years.
• Old Car Sunday – a large free car show hosted by Mission Firefighters at Fraser River Heritage Park.
• Museum of Surrey – today is the free Father’s Day Stay & Play event with crafts, board games and more.

Sunday Markets

• Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver.
• Brentwood Artisan Farmers Market – at Burnaby’s Amazing Brentwood Mall.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds. Admission is $2, but free for kids ages 12 and under.
• Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $4 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
• Coquitlam Farmers Market – in the Dogwood Pavilion parking lot at 624 Poirier Street in Coquitlam.
• Kitsilano Farmers Market – t the Kitsilano Community Centre in Vancouver.
• Chilliwack Farmers Market – at 9360 Mill Street from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm in downtown Chilliwack.
• Steveston Farmers Market – at Garry Point Park in Richmond.
• Whistler Farmers Market – in Whistler Village.
• White Rock Farmers Market – at 15154 Russell Avenue in the Miramar Plaza.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Monday, June 16th (2025)

• Dreamcatcher Workshops in North Vancouver – create and take home a dreamcatcher in celebration of National Indigenous Heritage Month.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature.
• Vancouver Beaches – especially if the weather is good, Lower Mainland beaches are also great places to visit.
• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.

Tuesday, June 17th (2025)

• Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – if the weather is good, informal drumming happens at Third Beach in the evening.
• Cheap Movie Night – at most Metro Vancouver cinemas (so it’s not free, but it is extra cheap).
• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Wednesday, June 18th (2025)

• Downtown Farmers Market – a weekly market in the plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery on Georgia Street.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature.
• Vancouver Beaches – especially if the weather is good, Lower Mainland beaches are also great places to visit.
• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Thursday, June 19th (2025)

• New Westminster Farmers Market – a market with vendors selling fresh produce at New Westminster’s Tipperary Park at 315 Queens Avenue.
• Port Coquitlam Farmers Market – a small market at Leigh Square from 3:00 until 7:00 pm.
• Red Cedar Woman Weaving Workshop – weave a cedar bracelet in North Vancouver in celebration of National Indigenous Heritage Month.
• Beaty Nocturnal – admission to UBC’s Beaty Biodiversity Museum is by donation this evening between 5:00 and 8:30 pm.
• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Friday, June 20th (2025)

• Vancouver Jazz Festival – the music festival has free performances at a number of venues.
• ScotFestBC – you have to pay for admission to the Scottish-themed festival tomorrow, on Saturday, but this evening it’s free (except for the Whiskey-tasting event).
• Dragon Boat Festival – boat races and entertainment happen around the east end of False Creek.
• Kitsilano Showboat – free summer shows at Kitsilano Beach. (TBC)
• Shipyards Night Market – artisan vendors, food trucks, and live entertainment in North Vancouver’s Shipyards District.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature.
• Vancouver Beaches – especially if the weather is good, Lower Mainland beaches are also great places to visit.
• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Saturday, June 21st (2025)

• National Indigenous Peoples Day – free events happen at various locations today including in Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Port Moody, New Westminster, West Vancouver, Chilliwack, Mission and other communities.
• Kitsilano Showboat – free summer shows at Kitsilano Beach on select dates in the summer. Today though features extra entertainment for National Indigenous Peoples Day.
• Lynn Valley Days – a parade and community festival in North Vancouver. This is a great family-friendly event!
• Bubble Fest at Cap Mall – free, family-friendly bubble-themed activities and entertainment happen at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Vancouver Jazz Festival – the music festival has free performances at a number of venues.
• Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre – admission to the First Nation facility in Whistler might be by donation today to commemorate National Indigenous People’s Day. (TBC)
• Dragon Boat Festival – boat races and entertainment happen around the east end of False Creek.

Saturday Markets

• Abbotsford Farm and Country Market – in downtown Abbotsford.
• Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – outside Burnaby City Hall at 4949 Canada Way.
• Fort Langley Village Farmers Market – at 9025 Glover Road in the parking lot of St. Andrews Historic Church.
• Haney Farmers Market – at Memorial Peace Park in Maple Ridge.
• Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Riley Park at 50 East 30th Avenue across the street from Nat Bailey Stadium.
• Squamish Farmers Market – in downtown Squamish.
• Trout Lake Farmers Market – at John Hendry Park in the north parking lot.
• Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $4 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
• West End Farmers Market – at 1100 Comox Street.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Sunday, June 22nd (2025)

• Greek Day on Broadway – a street party with live entertainment and market vendors in Kitsilano.
• Dragon Boat Festival – boat races and entertainment happen around the east end of False Creek.
• Vancouver Jazz Festival – the music festival has free performances at a number of venues.
• Kitsilano Showboat – free summer live entertainment happens on the stage at Kitsilano Beach.

Sunday Markets

• Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver.
• Brentwood Artisan Farmers Market – at Burnaby’s Amazing Brentwood Mall.
• Chilliwack Farmers Market – at 9360 Mill Street from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm in downtown Chilliwack.
• Clayton Community Farmers Market – in the parking lot of Clayton Heights Secondary School in Surrey.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds. Admission is $2, but free for kids ages 12 and under.
• Coquitlam Farmers Market – in the Dogwood Pavilion parking lot at 624 Poirier Street in Coquitlam.
• Kitsilano Farmers Market – at the Kitsilano Community Centre in Vancouver.
• Ladner Village Market – a large farmers and artisan market in downtown Ladner.
• Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $4 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
• Whistler Farmers Market – between 11:00 am and 4:00 pm in Whistler Village.
• White Rock Farmers Market – at 15154 Russell Avenue in the Miramar Plaza.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Monday, June 23rd (2025)

• Vancouver Jazz Festival – the music festival has free performances at a number of venues.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature.
• Vancouver Beaches – especially if the weather is good, Lower Mainland beaches are also great places to visit.
• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.

Tuesday, June 24th (2025)

• Vancouver Jazz Festival – the music festival has free performances at a number of venues.
• Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – if the weather is good, informal drumming happens at Third Beach in the evening.
• Cheap Movie Night – at most Metro Vancouver cinemas (so it’s not free, but it is extra cheap).
• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Wednesday, June 25th (2025)

• Vancouver Jazz Festival – the music festival has free performances at a number of venues.
• Downtown Farmers Market – a weekly market in the plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery on Georgia Street.
• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Thursday, June 26th (2025)

• Vancouver Jazz Festival – the music festival has free performances at a number of venues.
• New Westminster Farmers Market – a market with vendors selling fresh produce at New Westminster’s Tipperary Park at 315 Queens Avenue.
• Port Coquitlam Farmers Market – a small market at Leigh Square from 3:00 until 7:00 pm.
• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
• Kitsilano Showboat – free summer live entertainment happens at Kitsilano Beach.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Friday, June 27th (2025)

• Vancouver Jazz Festival – the music festival has free performances at a number of venues.
• Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment happens on the stage at Kitsilano Beach.
• Shipyards Night Market – artisan vendors, food trucks, and live entertainment in North Vancouver’s Shipyards District.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature.
• Vancouver Beaches – especially if the weather is good, Lower Mainland beaches are also great places to visit.
• Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Saturday, June 28th (2025)

• Golden Spike Days – a community festival at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody. Admission is by donation.
• Vancouver Jazz Festival – the music festival has free performances at a number of venues.
• Sasquatch Days – an Indigenous event with live entertainment and war canoe races in Harrison Hot Springs.
• Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment happens on the stage at Kitsilano Beach.
• Surrey Pride Festival – free Pride celebrations outside Central City Shopping Centre.

Saturday Markets

• Abbotsford Farm and Country Market – in downtown Abbotsford.
• Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – outside Burnaby City Hall at 4949 Canada Way.
• Fort Langley Village Farmers Market – at 9025 Glover Road in the parking lot of St. Andrews Historic Church.
• Haney Farmers Market – at Memorial Peace Park in Maple Ridge.
• Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Riley Park at 50 East 30th Avenue across the street from Nat Bailey Stadium.
• Squamish Farmers Market – in downtown Squamish.
• Trout Lake Farmers Market – at John Hendry Park in the north parking lot.
• Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $4 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
• West End Farmers Market – at 1100 Comox Street.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Sunday, June 29th (2025)

• Vancouver Jazz Festival – the music festival has free performances at a number of venues.
• Golden Spike Days – a community festival at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody. Admission is by donation.
• Sasquatch Days – an Indigenous event with live entertainment and war canoe races in Harrison Hot Springs.
• Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment happens on the stage at Kitsilano Beach.
• Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Sunday Markets

• Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver.
• Brentwood Artisan Farmers Market – at Burnaby’s Amazing Brentwood Mall.
• Chilliwack Farmers Market – at 9360 Mill Street from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm in downtown Chilliwack.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds. Admission is $2, but free for kids ages 12 and under.
• Coquitlam Farmers Market – in the Dogwood Pavilion parking lot at 624 Poirier Street in Coquitlam.
• Kitsilano Farmers Market – at the Kitsilano Community Centre in Vancouver.
• Ladner Village Market – a large farmers and artisan market in downtown Ladner.
• Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $4 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
• Whistler Farmers Market – between 11:00 am and 4:00 pm in Whistler Village.
• White Rock Farmers Market – at 15154 Russell Avenue in the Miramar Plaza.

Other Inexpensive Things to Do

• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Museum of Surrey – an interesting museum with free admission in Cloverdale.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.
  • Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
  • Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, POMO Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)

Monday, June 30th (2025)

• Vancouver Jazz Festival – the music festival has free performances at a number of venues.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature.
• Vancouver Beaches – especially if the weather is good, Lower Mainland beaches are also great places to visit.
• Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
  • Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
  • Gulf of Georgia Cannery – kids ages 17 and under are free at the historic site in Steveston Village.

Other Information

For a more complete list of things to do in June, including activities that aren’t free, see Vancouver’s June Events Calendar.

For a list of great activities that don’t cost a lot of money throughout the year, click Vancouver on a Budget.

To return to the top of the page, click Free Events in June.

To see what’s happening next month (including events that aren’t free), click July Calendar of Events.

For a list of things to do outside the Metro Vancouver area, see the Calendar of Events pages on the VictoriasBestPlaces.com and WhatToDoinWhistler.ca websites.

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