Vancouver’s 2024 June calendar features dates and events in the Lower Mainland including Father’s Day, street parties and various other community festivals.

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Vancouver’s June Calendar of Events

June 16, 2024 – Father’s Day
June 21, 2024 – National Indigenous Peoples Day

2024 June Events in Vancouver

Below is what’s happening on the different days of the month in June 2024. For a list of things that don’t cost much, click Free Vancouver Events in June.

To jump to a specific week, click on any of the following:

June 1-2 | June 3-9 | June 10-16 | June 17-23 | June 24-30

Saturday, June 1, 2024

Thomas the Train – rides with Sir Topham Hatt on the classic storybook train at the Railway Museum of BC in Squamish.
Port Moody Shred-a-Thon – a fundraising event where the Rotary Club of Port Moody will shred your confidential papers for a donation outside Port Moody City Hall.
Playland – rides and midway games at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park. (TIP: Season pass holders can take a friend for free either today or on June 2nd.)
VSO Day of Music – a day of free concerts in downtown Vancouver at a number of different venues with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and other groups.
West Vancouver Community Cultural Fest – a community event at Ambleside Park. (Note: This event used to be called the West Vancouver Bridge Festival up until a couple of years ago.)
Pitt Meadows Day – a community event with family-friendly activities in Pitt Meadows.
Hats Off Day – a street party and parade in Burnaby.
Cantonese Opera – the Museum of Surrey hosts a special free experience where guests get to learn about the work that goes into putting on a Cantonese opera performance.
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Saturday).
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays Tri-City at Nat Bailey Stadium.

Concerts, Shows & Theatre

United Voices Choir Concert – the 60-member choir performs Bach: Mass in B Minor with orchestra and soloists at Pacific Spirit United Church in Vancouver. (United Voices also has a concert at St. Paul’s Anglican Church tomorrow).
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features the shows Camp What’s-It-Called and Theatresports.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Dark Secrets of Stanley Park tours.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.

Saturday Markets

Abbotsford Farm and Country Market – from 9 am until noon in Abbotsford.
Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – from 9 am to 2 pm in the parking lot of Burnaby’s City Hall.
Fort Langley Village Farmers Market – between 9 am and 3 pm at 9025 Glover Road in Fort Langley.
Haney Farmers Market – at the Memorial Peace Park in Maple Ridge from 9 am until 2 pm.
Riley Park Farmers Market – a small to medium-sized market from 10 am until 2 pm at Riley Park near Nat Bailey Stadium.
Squamish Farmers Market – at the corner of Victoria Street and Cleveland Avenue in Squamish.
Trout Lake Farmers Market – from 9 am to 2 pm at Vancouver’s John Hendry Park.
West End Farmers Market – at 1100 Comox Street from 9 am to 2 pm.
Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.

Sunday, June 2, 2024

More Than A Movie – an event hosted by Kids Up Front Vancouver featuring a movie, live entertainment, miniature golf and other activities at BC Place.
Thomas the Train – rides with Sir Topham Hatt on the classic storybook train at the Railway Museum of BC in Squamish.
Brewery and the Beast – an all-you-can-eat-and-drink food and drinks festival at Concord Pacific Place in Vancouver. (Tickets cost ~$197 per person.)
Playland – rides and midway games at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park. (TIP: Season pass holders can take a friend for free either today or on June 2nd.)
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays Tri-City at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Jazz Vespers – at St. Andrews-Wesley United Church in Vancouver. Admission is by donation. Today’s music is with Salsa Divina.

Concerts, Shows & Theatre

United Voices Concert – the 60-member United Voices Choir performs Bach: Mass in B Minor with orchestra and soloists at St. Paul’s Anglican Church on Jervis Street in Vancouver.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features House Teams.
Youth Concert Showcase Series – free live music presented by the Fort Langley Jazz Festival at the Fort Langley Heritage CNR Station in the afternoon.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Museum of Vancouver – admission is by donation because it’s the first Sunday of the month.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today’s tours are the Lost Souls of Gastown, Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Really Gay History Tour.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Sunday Markets

Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – in West Vancouver between 9 am and 2 pm.
Brentwood Artisan Farmers Market – a new market at the Amazing Brentwood Mall in Burnaby.
Coquitlam Farmers Market – from 9 am to 1 pm at 624 Poirier Street in Coquitlam.
Kitsilano Farmers Market – outside the Kitsilano Community Centre in Vancouver.
Steveston Village Farmers Market – in the parking lot of the Steveston Community Centre.
Whistler Farmers Market – outside the Whistler Racket Club.
White Rock Farmers Market – at 15154 Russell Avenue in White Rock.
Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.

Week of June 3rd to 19th

June 1-2 | June 3-9 | June 10-16 | June 17-23 | June 24-30

Monday, June 3, 2024

World Bicycle Day
Go By Bike Week – people are encouraged to ride their bicycles to and from work this week (as well as just for fun).
Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Featured Attractions & Activities

FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Museum of Surrey – Seniors Week activities take place at the museum in Cloverdale.
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Seniors Week Activities at MOS – Today at the Museum of Surrey there is a Brief History of Cloverdale Tour. Admission with tea and snacks is free with advanced registration.
Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach on Tuesday evenings (assuming sunny weather). Free!
Go By Bike Week – people are encouraged to ride their bicycles to and from work this week (as well as just for fun).
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Museum of Surrey – Seniors Week activities take place at the museum in Cloverdale.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Really Gay History tours.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)

Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Resound Chor Leoni Fundraising Gala – a cocktail reception, sit-down dinner, wine pairings, auction and music with the Chor Leoni Choir at St. Andrew’s Wesley United Church.
The Swearing Jar at Deep Cove Theatre – the relationship comedy about keeping secrets shows in North Vancouver’s beautiful Deep Cove neighbourhood. Partial proceeds from tonight’s show benefit youth and humanitarian projects of the Rotary Club of Lions Gate.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features the show Date Night.
Downtown Farmers Market – in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Go By Bike Week – people are encouraged to ride their bicycles to and from work this week (as well as just for fun).
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)

Thursday, June 6, 2024

D-Day – on this day in 1944 thousands of Canadian and other Allied troops began the invasion of Normandy which led to the start of the end of World War II. Lest we forget!
Seniors Week Activities at MOS – Today at the Museum of Surrey the Kent Street Players Group performs several of their short plays. Admission is free.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features the show Turn it Up!.
New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster from 3 until 7 pm.
False Creek Farmers Market – a small market not far from Science World at the eastern end of False Creek.
Go By Bike Week – people are encouraged to ride their bicycles to and from work this week (as well as just for fun).
Museum of Surrey – Seniors week activities take place at the museum in Cloverdale.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Dark Secrets of Stanley Park, and Hidden History & Sweet Treats tours.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Friday, June 7, 2024

Shipyards Night Market – market vendors, food trucks, beer garden and live entertainment at the Shipyards in North Vancouver.
Carmen – a concert featuring the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra and the Fraser Valley Academy of Dance at the Abbotsford Arts Centre.
Surrey Greek Food Festival – a multi-day community event featuring Greek food and entertainment in Surrey.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features the shows Camp What’s-It-Called and Theatresports.
Go By Bike Week – people are encouraged to ride their bicycles to and from work this week (as well as just for fun).
Seniors Week Activities at MOS – Today at the Museum of Surrey there are tours of the museum’s heritage buildings as well as performances by The Re-enactors. Admission is free with advanced registration.

Museums to Check Out

Museum of Surrey – Seniors week activities take place at the museum in Cloverdale.
Bill Reid Gallery – free admission at the Indigenous art gallery from 2 until 5 pm (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
Vancouver Art Gallery – admission is by donation today (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Other Featured Attractions & Activities

Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Friday).
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)

Saturday, June 8, 2024

Rotary Ride for Rescue – a cycling event up Cypress Mountain to raise money for North Shore Rescue and other Rotary humanitarian projects.
Langley Community Day – an event featuring food trucks, live music, market vendors and family-friendly activities at Douglas Park. Admission is free.
Surrey Car Free Day – a street party-style event with live entertainment, an artisan market and family-friendly fun on 137th Street in Newton.
Teddy Bear Picnic – a child-friendly event that takes place at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park.
River Basin Days – the Fraser River Discovery Centre hosts a family-friendly event at Brae Island in Fort Langley.
World Ocean’s Day at VMM – a free, family-friendly event happens outdoors at the Vancouver Maritime Museum.
Surrey Greek Food Festival – a multi-day community event featuring Greek food and entertainment in Surrey.
Go By Bike Week – people are encouraged to ride their bicycles to and from work this week (as well as just for fun).
Granville Island Block Party – a free Public Disco event with music and activities for all ages happens at Granville Island.
Playland – rides and midway games at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
Seek the Peak – a running race from Ambleside Beach up to Grouse Mountain.
Orpheum Tours – guided tours of the beautiful theatre take place today.
Vancouver Japan Market – a large Japanese-themed market outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: A free event celebrating World Ocean’s Day happens today between 10 am and 2 pm).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)

Shows & Theatre

The Improv Centre – live comedy Theatresports shows at Granville Island. Today features the shows Camp What’s-It-Called and Theatresports.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.

Guided Tours

Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Dark Secrets of Stanley Park tours.
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Saturday).

Saturday Markets

Abbotsford Farm and Country Market – from 9 am until noon in Abbotsford.
Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – from 9 am to 2 pm in the parking lot of Burnaby’s City Hall.
Fort Langley Village Farmers Market – between 9 am and 3 pm at 9025 Glover Road.
Haney Farmers Market – at the Memorial Peace Park in Maple Ridge from 9 am until 2 pm.
Riley Park Farmers Market – at Riley Park near Nat Bailey Stadium.
Squamish Farmers Market – at the corner of Victoria Street and Cleveland Avenue in downtown Squamish.
Surrey Urban Farmers Market – from 10 am until 3 pm at Royal Kwantlen Park at 104 Street and Old Yale Road.
Trout Lake Farmers Market – from 9 am to 2 pm at Vancouver’s John Hendry Park.
West End Farmers Market – at 1100 Comox Street from 9 am to 2 pm.
Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue.

Sunday, June 9, 2024

Vancouver Oratorio Society Choir Concert – the choir’s “Sanctuary – A Cantata of Hope and Peace” concert takes place at the Evangelical Chinese Bible Church at 5110 Marine Drive in Burnaby. Admission is FREE!
Playland – rides and midway games at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
Fraser Valley Car Show – a fundraising car show benefiting the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation and Chilliwack General Hospital.
Italian Day on the Drive – a street festival and celebration of everything Italian on Commercial Drive.
Fair in the Square – a free event with live music and family-friendly activities at Vancouver’s Victory Square.
Teddy Bear Picnic – a child-friendly event that takes place at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park.
Surrey Greek Food Festival – a multi-day community event featuring Greek food and entertainment in Surrey.
Go By Bike Week – people are encouraged to ride their bicycles to and from work this week (as well as just for fun).
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features the show House Teams.
Vancouver Japan Market – a large Japanese-themed market outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Youth Concert Showcase Series – free live music presented by the Fort Langley Jazz Festival at the Fort Langley Heritage CNR Station in the afternoon.

Featured Attractions & Activities

WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today’s tours are the Lost Souls of Gastown, Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Really Gay History Tour.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)

Sunday Markets

Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – in West Vancouver between 9 am and 3 pm.
Brentwood Artisan Farmers Market – a new market at the Amazing Brentwood Mall in Burnaby.
Clayton Community Farmers Market – at Clayton Heights Secondary School in Surrey from 10 am to 3 pm.
Coquitlam Farmers Market – from 9 am to 1 pm at 624 Poirier Street in Coquitlam.
Kitsilano Farmers Market – outside the Kitsilano Community Centre in Vancouver.
Ladner Village Market – a large farmers and artisan market from 10 am to 4 pm in Delta.
Nikkei Farmers Market – a Japanese-themed market featuring artisan products, food and fresh produce at the Nikkei Centre in Burnaby.
Whistler Farmers Market – outside the Whistler Racket Club from 11 am to 4 pm.
White Rock Farmers Market – at 15154 Russell Avenue in White Rock between 10 am and 2 pm.
Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.

Week of June 10th to 16th

June 1-2 | June 3-9 | June 10-16 | June 17-23 | June 24-30

Monday, June 10, 2024

Surrey Greek Food Festival – a multi-day community event featuring Greek food and entertainment in Surrey.
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Other Activities

Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Surrey Greek Food Festival – a multi-day community event featuring Greek food and entertainment in Surrey.
Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach on Tuesday evenings (assuming sunny weather). Free!
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Spokane at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features a preview of Twelfth Night.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today’s show is Choose-Day.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Featured Attractions & Activities

WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Really Gay History tours.
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)

Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic – a tribute concert recreating Freddy Mercury and Queen’s 1986 World Tour at the HUB International Theatre in Chilliwack.
Surrey Greek Food Festival – a multi-day community event featuring Greek food and entertainment in Surrey.
Downtown Farmers Market – from 2 until 6 pm in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Spokane at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features a preview of Twelfth Night.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Featured Attractions & Activities

FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today’s show is Date Night.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Thursday, June 13, 2024

Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic – a tribute concert recreating Freddy Mercury and Queen’s 1986 World Tour at the Great Canadian Casino in Coquitlam.
Surrey Greek Food Festival – a multi-day community event featuring Greek food and entertainment in Surrey.
New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster from 3 until 7 pm.
False Creek Farmers Market – a small market not far from Science World at the eastern end of False Creek.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features the show Improv Against Humanity: Summer Lovin’.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features a preview of Hamlet.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Spokane at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Dark Secrets of Stanley Park, and Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Friday, June 14, 2024

ScotFestBC & BC Highland Games – a Scottish festival at Lafarge Lake in Coquitlam. Activities include piping, Highland dancing, a beer garden, British food and live entertainment.
Chor Leoni Concert – the renowned choir performs in the C/4: Canadian Choral Composition Competition at St. Andrew’s Wesley United Church in downtown Vancouver.
Longest Day Road Race – a running event hosted by the Thunderbird Track Club at UBC and benefitting the Greater Vancouver Food Bank.
Surrey Greek Food Festival – a multi-day community event featuring Greek food and entertainment in Surrey.
Shipyards Night Market – market vendors, food trucks, beer garden and live entertainment at the Shipyards in North Vancouver.
White Rock Buskers & Comedy Festival – ticketed comedy shows take place in White Rock.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Spokane at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Shows & Theatre

The Improv Centre – live improv theatre at Granville Island. Today features the shows Camp What’s-It-Called and Theatresports.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.

Featured Attractions & Activities

WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Friday).
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).

Saturday, June 15, 2024

ScotFestBC & BC Highland Games – a Scottish festival at Lafarge Lake in Coquitlam. Activities include piping, Highland dancing, a beer garden, British food and live entertainment.
Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic – a tribute concert recreating Freddy Mercury and Queen’s 1986 World Tour at the River Rock Casino in Richmond.
Capilano Mall Foodie Fest – a free event with food trucks, other food vendors, family-friendly activities and live music at the shopping centre in North Vancouver (which is also home to the Go Bananas kids’ playcentre and indoor North Shore Bike Park). The live music today is with Scott Crompton.
GearUp4CF Bike Ride – a non-competitive fundraising event in support of Cystic Fibrosis Canada. The route goes from Blackie Spit in Surrey to Abbotsford and then back to Crescent Beach Park in Surrey.
Stalew 10th Anniversary Event – free activities at the Fort Langley National Historic Site including an Indigenous market, powwow drumming, dancing and singing.
Beer by the Pier – a fundraising event for Family Services of the North Shore at the Pipe Shop in North Vancouver.
Surrey Greek Food Festival – a multi-day community event featuring Greek food and entertainment in Surrey.
White Rock Buskers & Comedy Festival – free and ticketed comedy and street performance shows take place in White Rock.
Mother Mother & Cavetown Concert at Rogers Arena – the show begins at 6:30 pm.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features a preview of Hamlet.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features the shows Camp What’s-It-Called and Theatresports.
Playland – rides and midway games at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park. Today is Eras Night with a Taylor Swift theme.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Spokane at Nat Bailey Stadium.

Museums to Check Out

Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Saturday).

Other Featured Attractions & Activities

WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today’s tours are Lost Souls of Gastown, Dark Secrets of Stanley Park, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Forbidden Vancouver.

Saturday Markets

Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Maple Ridge, Riley Park, Squamish, Surrey, Trout Lake and the West End.
Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.

Sunday, June 16, 2024

Father’s Day – a day for family time and celebrating dads.
Father’s Day Walk/Run for Prostate Cancer – a fundraising event at Burnaby Lake Park.
Capilano Mall Foodie Fest – a free event with food trucks, other food vendors, family-friendly activities and live music at the shopping centre in North Vancouver (which is also home to the Go Bananas kids’ playcentre and indoor North Shore Bike Park). The live music today is with Jada Leroux.
Playland – rides and midway games at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
Old Car Sunday – a car show at Fraser River Heritage Park in Mission.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features a preview of Twelfth Night.
Father’s Day at Kilby Farm – family-friendly activities take place at the historic site near Harrison Hot Springs.
Surrey Greek Food Festival – a multi-day community event featuring Greek food and entertainment in Surrey.
Father’s Day at Restaurants – brunches and dinner specials at various restaurants across Metro Vancouver.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Spokane at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Stay & Play at MOS – Father’s Day celebrations including oversized board games, crafts and more at the Museum of Surrey.
BC Ciderfest – a cider-tasting event at the Shipyards in North Vancouver.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today’s shows are House Teams and the Father’s Day special Pops & Hops.
Youth Concert Showcase Series – free live music presented by the Fort Langley Jazz Festival at the Fort Langley Heritage CNR Station in the afternoon.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today’s tours are the Lost Souls of Gastown, Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Really Gay History Tour.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Sunday Markets

Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – in West Vancouver between 9 am and 2 pm.
Brentwood Artisan Farmers Market – a new market at the Amazing Brentwood Mall in Burnaby.
Coquitlam Farmers Market – from 9 am to 1 pm at 624 Poirier Street in Coquitlam.
Kitsilano Farmers Market – outside the Kitsilano Community Centre in Vancouver.
Steveston Village Farmers Market – in the parking lot of the Steveston Community Centre.
Whistler Farmers Market – outside the Whistler Racket Club from 11 am to 4 pm.
White Rock Farmers Market – at 15154 Russell Avenue between 10 am and 2 pm.
Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.

Week of June 17th to 23rd

June 1-2 | June 3-9 | June 10-16 | June 17-23 | June 24-30

Monday, June 17, 2024

Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features a preview of Twelfth Night.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today’s show is Choose-Day.
Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach on Tuesday evenings (assuming sunny weather). Free!
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Really Gay History, Lost Souls of Gastown, and Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour.
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Juneteenth – on June 19 in 1865, the last African slaves in the United States were finally freed from slavery. As a result, June 19th is a day that is commemorated throughout the continent.
Downtown Farmers Market – from 2 until 6 pm in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Shows & Theatre

The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today’s show is Date Night.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today is the opening performance of Twelfth Night.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)

Thursday, June 20, 2024

New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster from 3 until 7 pm.
False Creek Farmers Market – a small market not far from Science World at the eastern end of False Creek.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Vancouver Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.

Shows & Theatre

Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features the play Twelfth Night.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features the Turn it Up! show.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Beaty Nocturnal – the Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC is open by donation from 5 to 8:30 pm. Guided tours are at 7 pm.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Dark Secrets of Stanley Park, and Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Friday, June 21, 2024

Indigenous Peoples Day Celebrations – events celebrating Indigenous culture take place at a number of venues today including the following:
- Vancouver – at Grandview Park, Kitsilano Beach, Carnegie Community Centre and other locations.
- Surrey – at the Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre in Cloverdale.
- Port Moody – at Rocky Point Park. (TBC)
- To learn about events in New Westminster, West Vancouver, Chilliwack, Burnaby, Mission and Chilliwack, see our article about National Indigenous Peoples Day in the Lower Mainland.
Vancouver International Jazz Festival – the 10-day festival features live jazz throughout town. Today features performances by post-metal supergroup SUMAC and poet/musician Moor Mother, plus lots of other fabulous concerts too.
Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment at Kitsilano Beach. Today features special performances for National Indigenous Peoples Day with Steven Seegerts and Katisha Paul.
Shipyards Night Market – market vendors, food trucks, beer garden and live entertainment at the Shipyards in North Vancouver.
Vancouver Dragon Boat Festival – boat racing in False Creek. (TBC)
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features the shows Camp What’s-It-Called and Theatresports.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features a preview of Hamlet.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Friday).
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).

Saturday, June 22, 2024

Pride Night at Britannia Mine Museum – the national historic site presents Old Town, New Queens which celebrates the 2SLGBTQ+ community with a fun evening that includes drag performances.
Vancouver Jazz Festival – a festival featuring live Jazz throughout town.
Sensory Fun at the Museum – a celebration of diversity and inclusion at the Museum of Surrey (MOS). The event features crafts and other quiet, hands-on activities. The MOS Sensory Friendly Room is open and sensory kits are available for children and their families to play with.
Lynn Valley Day – a community festival and parade in the Lynn Valley district of North Vancouver.
Playland – rides and midway games at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park. Today’s theme is Summer Solstice.
Sasquatch Days – a festival in Harrison Hot Springs with war canoe races, First Nations cultural performances and a salmon BBQ.
Surrey Pride Festival – market vendors, drag, music and other activities outside Surrey’s Central City Shopping Centre.
Vancouver Dragon Boat Festival – boat racing in False Creek.
Scandinavian Midsummer Festival – a cultural festival at the Scandinavian Community Centre in Burnaby.
Super Saturday at FRDC – the Fraser River Discovery Centre hosts a special event in New Westminster. The event is specially designed for families with children ages 6 and older, but everyone is welcome. This month’s theme is Sturgeon Survival! Guided tours are also available in the afternoon.

Shows, Concerts & Theatre

The Improv Centre – live comedy Theatresports shows at Granville Island. Today features the shows Camp What’s-It-Called and Theatresports.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features a preview of Hamlet.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment at Kitsilano Beach. Today features Chris Ronald and the Vancouver School of Highland Dance.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Dark Secrets of Stanley Park tours.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)

Saturday Markets

Abbotsford Farm and Country Market – from 9 am until noon in Abbotsford.
Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – in the parking lot of Burnaby’s City Hall from 9 am until 2 pm.
Fort Langley Village Farmers Market – between 9 am and 3 pm at 9025 Glover Road.
Haney Farmers Market – at the Memorial Peace Park in Maple Ridge.
Riley Park Farmers Market – at Riley Park near Nat Bailey Stadium.
Squamish Farmers Market – at the corner of Victoria Street and Cleveland Avenue in downtown Squamish.
Trout Lake Farmers Market – from 9 am to 2 pm at Vancouver’s John Hendry Park.
West End Farmers Market – at 1100 Comox Street from 9 am to 2 pm.
Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue.

Sunday, June 23, 2024

Foodstock – a fundraising festival featuring local bands, beer and food at Swangard Stadium. The headliner bands this year are Yukon Blonde and The Matinee. Funds raised at the event benefit the Greater Vancouver Food Bank.
Vancouver International Jazz Festival – the 10-day festival features live jazz throughout town.
Sasquatch Days – a festival in Harrison Hot Springs with war canoe races, First Nations cultural performances and a salmon BBQ.
Vancouver Half Marathon – beginning at UBC and finishing at Stanley Park.
Vancouver Dragon Boat Festival – boat racing in False Creek.
Greek Day on Broadway – a street festival on West Broadway Avenue from MacDonald to Blenheim in Kitsilano.
Playland – rides and midway games at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features the opening performance of Hamlet.
Scandinavian Midsummer Festival – a cultural festival at the Scandinavian Community Centre in Burnaby.
Youth Concert Showcase Series – free live music presented by the Fort Langley Jazz Festival at the Fort Langley Heritage CNR Station in the afternoon.
Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment at Kitsilano Beach. Today features the Kitsilano High School Band.
Free Jazz Vespers – at St. Andrews United Church in North Vancouver. (TBC)

Featured Attractions & Activities

Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today’s tours are the Lost Souls of Gastown, Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Really Gay History Tour.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).

Sunday Farmers Markets

Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – in West Vancouver between 9 am and 2 pm.
Brentwood Artisan Farmers Market – a new market at the Amazing Brentwood Mall in Burnaby.
Clayton Community Farmers Market – at Clayton Heights Secondary School in Surrey from 10 am to 3 pm.
Coquitlam Farmers Market – from 9 am to 1 pm at 624 Poirier Street in Coquitlam.
Kitsilano Farmers Market – outside the Kitsilano Community Centre at 2690 Larch Street in Vancouver.
Ladner Village Market – a large farmers and artisan market from 10 am to 4 pm in Delta.
Nikkei Farmers Market – a Japanese-themed market featuring artisan products, food and fresh produce at the Nikkei Centre in Burnaby.
Whistler Farmers Market – outside the Whistler Racket Club from 11 am to 4 pm.
White Rock Farmers Market – at 15154 Russell Avenue in White Rock between 10 am and 2 pm.

Flea Markets

Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey from 6 am until 3 pm.
Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.

Week of June 26th to 30th

June 1-2 | June 3-9 | June 10-16 | June 17-23 | June 24-30

Monday, June 24, 2024

Vancouver International Jazz Festival – the 10-day festival features live jazz throughout town. Today features a concert with Jazz vocalist Veronica Swift at the Vancouver Playhouse, plus lots of other fabulous concerts too.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Vancouver International Jazz Festival – the 10-day festival features live jazz throughout town. Today features a concert with guitarist Julian Lage at the Vancouver Playhouse, plus lots of other fabulous concerts too.
Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach on Tuesday evenings (assuming sunny weather). Free!
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against the Hillsboro Hops from Oregon at Nat Bailey Stadium.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today’s show is Choose-Day.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Featured Attractions & Activities

WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Really Gay History Tour.
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).

Wednesday, June 26, 2024

Michael Jackson History Tour – an international touring Michael Jackson tribute concert at the HUB Cultural Centre in Chilliwack.
Vancouver International Jazz Festival – the 10-day festival features live jazz throughout town.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today is Wine Wednesday featuring the play Twelfth Night.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features the Date Night show.
Downtown Farmers Market – from 2 until 6 pm in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against the Hillsboro Hops from Oregon at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Thursday, June 27, 2024

Vancouver International Jazz Festival – the 10-day festival features live jazz throughout town.
Michael Jackson History Tour – an touring international Michael Jackson tribute concert at the Kay Meek Centre in West Vancouver.
Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment at Kitsilano Beach in celebration of National Multicultural Day. Performers include The Bright Sunset Chinese Dance Group and Vancouver Performing Stars.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today’s show is Turn it Up!.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features the play Twelfth Night.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against the Hillsboro Hops from Oregon at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Lower Mainland Beaches – beaches at Ambleside, Crescent Beach, White Rock, Stanley Park, Kitsilano, Belcarra Park and elsewhere are especially popular this time of year.
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Farmers Markets

New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster from 3 until 7 pm.
False Creek Farmers Market – a small market not far from Science World at the eastern end of False Creek.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park, Lost Souls of Gastown and Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).

Friday, June 28, 2024

Vancouver International Jazz Festival – the 10-day festival features live jazz throughout town.
Whey-ah-Wichen Canoe Festival – an Indigenous event hosted by the Tsleil-Waututh Nation at Cates Park in North Vancouver.
Shipyards Night Market – market vendors, food trucks, beer garden and live entertainment at the Shipyards in North Vancouver.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features the shows Camp What’s-It-Called and Theatresports.
White Rock Night Market – a monthly event with vendors and live music by the pier in White Rock.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features the play Hamlet.
Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment at Kitsilano Beach. Today features Capoeira Aché Brasil and Bollywood Ladies.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against the Hillsboro Hops from Oregon at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Camping Opportunities – there are lots of great campgrounds in the Lower Mainland (provided you can find a spot).
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)

Guided Tours

Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided evening tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Forbidden Vancouver tours.
Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Friday).

Saturday, June 29, 2024

Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival – a festival featuring live music, dancing and other activities celebrating Taiwanese culture. Today features free activities in the plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Vancouver International Jazz Festival – the 10-day festival features live jazz throughout town. Today features a performance by Grammy Award-winning rapper Killer Mike, plus lots of other fabulous concerts too.
Whey-ah-Wichen Canoe Festival – an Indigenous event hosted by the Tsleil-Waututh Nation at Cates Park in North Vancouver.
Golden Spike Days – a Canada Day-themed community festival at Port Moody’s Rocky Point Park.
Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships in Surrey.
Playland – rides and midway games at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park. Admission for adults today includes one beverage.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against the Hillsboro Hops from Oregon at Nat Bailey Stadium.

Shows, Concerts & Theatre

The Improv Centre – live comedy Theatresports shows at Granville Island. Today features the shows Camp What’s-It-Called and Theatresports.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features the play Hamlet and a Bard Explored talk with Paul Budra.
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment at Kitsilano Beach. Today features performances by the Aliza Arts Association.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown, Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Dark Secrets of Stanley Park tours.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.

Saturday Markets

Abbotsford Farm and Country Market – from 9 am until noon in Abbotsford.
Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – in the parking lot of Burnaby’s City Hall from 9 am until 2 pm.
Fort Langley Village Farmers Market – between 9 am and 3 pm at 9025 Glover Road.
Haney Farmers Market – at the Memorial Peace Park in Maple Ridge.
Riley Park Farmers Market – at Riley Park near Nat Bailey Stadium.
Squamish Farmers Market – at the corner of Victoria Street and Cleveland Avenue in downtown Squamish.
Trout Lake Farmers Market – from 9 am to 2 pm at Vancouver’s John Hendry Park.
West End Farmers Market – at 1100 Comox Street from 9 am to 2 pm.
Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue.

Sunday, June 30, 2024

Vancouver International Jazz Festival – the 10-day festival features live jazz throughout town.
Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival – a festival featuring live music, dancing and other activities celebrating Taiwanese culture. Today features free activities in the plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Canada Day Boat Parties – an adults-only, nightclub-style boat party with a Bollywood and Punjabi theme takes place in the waters around Vancouver beginning in False Creek.
Whey-ah-Wichen Canoe Festival – an Indigenous event hosted by the Tsleil-Waututh Nation at Cates Park in North Vancouver.
Golden Spike Days – a Canada Day-themed community festival at Port Moody’s Rocky Point Park.
Playland – rides and midway games at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park.
Bard on the Beach – Shakespearean theatre at Vanier Park. Today features a Relaxed Performance of Twelfth Night.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today’s show is House Teams.
Canada Cup – the Canadian International Softball Championships in Surrey.
Kitsilano Showboat – free live entertainment at Kitsilano Beach. Today features the Tummy Rubber Band and Metro Swing Band.
Youth Concert Showcase Series – free live music presented by the Fort Langley Jazz Festival at the Fort Langley Heritage CNR Station in the afternoon.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against the Hillsboro Hops from Oregon at Nat Bailey Stadium.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Railway Museum of BC – a large museum with trains and railway artifacts in Squamish.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today’s tours are the Lost Souls of Gastown, Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Really Gay History Tour.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. In addition to the film about Canada, also showing are Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies and Legendary Iceland.
BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).

Sunday Farmers Markets

Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – in West Vancouver between 9 am and 2 pm.
Brentwood Artisan Farmers Market – a new market at the Amazing Brentwood Mall in Burnaby.
Clayton Community Farmers Market – at Clayton Heights Secondary School in Surrey from 10 am to 3 pm.
Coquitlam Farmers Market – from 9 am to 1 pm at 624 Poirier Street in Coquitlam.
Kitsilano Farmers Market – outside the Kitsilano Community Centre at 2690 Larch Street in Vancouver.
Ladner Village Market – a large farmers and artisan market from 10 am to 4 pm in Delta.
Whistler Farmers Market – outside the Whistler Racket Club from 11 am to 4 pm.
White Rock Farmers Market – at 15154 Russell Avenue in White Rock between 10 am and 2 pm.

Flea Markets

Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey from 6 am until 3 pm.
Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.

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June 2024 Events in Vancouver

Below are events that might also be happening in June of 2024 (but with details for most to be confirmed).

Shows & Entertainment

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. (TBC)
Drive-In Movie Nights at Heritage Park – a family-friendly movie shows at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish. (TBC)
Silent Movie Monday with Vancouver Civic Theatres – the film The Gold Rush shows at the Orpheum Theatre. (June 2nd, 2025)
Free Jazz Vespers (on various Sundays)
- At St. Andrews-Wesley United Church in Vancouver. Admission is by donation.
- At 4 pm at North Vancouver’s St. Andrew’s United Church.
- At 4 pm at Northwood United Church at 8856-156th Street in Surrey.
Red Truck Concert Series – multiple performances at Red Truck Brewery in Vancouver in mid-June. (June 15, July 20 & August 17, 2024.)
Music on the Bow – free live music at the Trout Lake Community Centre. (To be confirmed for 2024.)
VSO at Bard on the Beach – the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra performs at the Bard Village at Vanier Park. (TBC)
Ladner Bandfest – a free event featuring over a dozen community bands at Memorial Park in Ladner. (June 1 & 2, 2024)
Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir – the Season Finale Celebration Concert at Shaughnessy Heights United Church. (TBC)
Black Music Month Festival – a free event at šxʷƛ̓exən Xwtl’a7shn which is the plaza in front of the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. (TBC)
Broadway Across Canada – the Riverdance musical shows at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. (June 10 to 15, 2025)
Deep Cove Stage Theatre – the theatre company presents Five Alarm in North Vancouver. (June 5 to 21, 2025)

Sports and Sports-Related Events

Vancouver Canadians Baseball – NWL League games (and occasional fireworks nights) at Nat Bailey Stadium.
BC Lions Football – Canadian professional football at BC Place Stadium.
Car Racing – at Mission Raceway Park.
Agassiz Raceway Car Racing – car racing at 5045 Cemetery Road (10 km from Harrison Hot Springs).
5K Foam Fest – an obstacle course event with slides, bubbles, mud and foam. (June 15, 2024)
Seek the Peak – a running race from Ambleside Beach up to Grouse Mountain. (June 8, 2024)
7 Generations Cup – an Indigenous-hosted skateboarding event at the Langley Events Centre. (TBC)
Bike to Work Week – a week where people are encouraged to ride their bicycles to and from work. (It runs from June 3 to 9 in 2024.)

Markets

Cloverdale Market Days – a large artisan market featuring over 100 vendors in downtown Cloverdale. (June 22, 2024)
Squamish Street Market – a once-a-month summer event on Cleveland Avenue in downtown Squamish. (TBC)
Richmond Night Market – Vancouver’s famous weekend Asian market at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Vancouver Japan Market – a large Japanese-themed market outside the Vancouver Art Gallery. (TBC)

Food and Drink-Related Events

Vancouver Craft Beer Festival – a 2-day event at the PNE fairgrounds featuring hundreds of North American beers and ciders. (Takes place in June some years, but on July 6 in 2024.)
Abbotsford Food Truck Festival – a drive-thru-style food truck event outside the Tradex Centre in Abbotsford. (TBC)
Surrey Greek Food Festival – a multi-day community event featuring Greek food and entertainment at 13181 96th Avenue in Surrey. (June 7 to 16, 2024)
Squamish Beer Festival – a craft beer-tasting event in Squamish. (June 22, 2024)
Planted Expo – a trade show featuring 200 vegan and other plant-based lifestyle businesses at the Vancouver Convention Centre. (On June 1 & 2 in 2024, but not happening in 2025.)

Indigenous Cultural Events

Spirit of the People Powwow – a 3-day celebration in Chilliwack at the Tzeachten Sports Field featuring dancing, First Nation art and salmon BBQs. (TBC)
Welcoming The Sun – an event celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Month at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery in Steveston Village in Richmond. (June 15, 2024)

Multicultural & Ethnic Festivals and Events

Scandinavian Midsummer Festival – a cultural festival at the Scandinavian Community Centre in Burnaby. (June 22 & 23, 2024)
5X Festival – a celebration of South Asian dance, music and visual art. (June 13-16, 2024)
Talking Stick Festival – an Indigenous series of events in Vancouver. (TBC)
South Asian Family Festival – a new, family-friendly event at the PNE Fairgrounds. (TBC)
Historical Chinatown Tours – walking tours in Vancouver’s Chinatown with Judy Lam Maxwell.
Black Culture Celebration – a festival celebrating the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop at Sunset Beach. (TBC)
Latincouver Multiculturalism Festival – a Latin-themed event in North Vancouver (on June 27, 2024, but with exact details to be confirmed). This event is related to the Latin American Experience and Vancouver’s Carnaval del Sol Latin festival.
Gulf of Georgia Cannery – the National Historic Site in Richmond’s Steveston Village is a great place to visit. Because it’s National Indigenous Peoples Day, admission today is likely free for everyone identifying as Indigenous. Admission revenues from everyone else, meanwhile, will likely be donated to the Residential Schools Survivors Campaign. (June 21, 2024)

Other Festivals & Events

Surrey Fest Downtown – a small community festival with live entertainment at Holland Park. (TBC)
Pinoy Festival – a free Philippine festival at Swangard Stadium in Burnaby. (June 22, 2024)
North Delta Family Day – a Canada Day-themed parade and community festival at the North Delta Community Park. (TBC)
Vancouver International Children’s Festival – a child-focused event featuring live performances, music and kid-friendly things to do on Granville Island. (May 27 to June 2.)
Multiculturalism Day – a free event at Memorial Peace Park in Maple Ridge. (June 29, 2024)

Special Events & Deals at Attractions

Prince of Whales Whale Watching Tours – whale watching and other sightseeing tours depart from Granville Island.
WildPlay Anti-Gravity Day Camp – the ropes course adventure park in Maple Ridge has an exciting one-day camp program for youth ages 7 to 14. (Note: On a Pro-D Day in June.) (TBC)

Other Events & Activities

Roedde House – admission to the historic museum in Vancouver’s West End is by donation on the last Friday of the month. (TBC)
Glades Garden Open House – a beautiful garden in Surrey at 561-172nd Street that’s open to the public only a small number of days from 10 am until 3 pm. Admission by donation.
Surrey Doors Open – a 1-day event where you get to explore 30 or so different venues for free! This event may happen on the first Saturday of June. (TBC)
North Shore Sports Equipment Sale – at Carson Graham Secondary School in North Vancouver. Admission is free and funds raised benefit Kidsport North Shore. (TBC)
Vancouver Naked Bike Ride – an opportunity to cycle around downtown Vancouver with no clothes or just your underwear. (TBC)
Cates Deck Movies – a film shows outside the Polygon Gallery in North Vancouver’s Shipyards District. Admission is free. (TBC)
Fleetwood Classic Car Show – at Venvi Fleetwood Villa at 16028 83 Avenue in Surrey. Admission is by donation. (June 15, 2024)
Bark Park – a free event from 2:00 until 6:00 pm for dogs and their owners at the Bentall Centre at 1025 Dunsmuir Street in downtown Vancouver. (June 15, 2024)
Port Moody Shred-a-Thon – a fundraising event where the Rotary Club of Port Moody will shred your confidential papers for a donation outside Port Moody City Hall. (June 7, 2025)

Typical June Weather

Summer finally arrives in Vancouver in June, even though the weather is probably just as good or even better in May.

As Vancouver is pretty far north (if you come from anywhere other than Canada), the days are fabulously long, with the sun not setting until after 9 pm. Average June high temperatures are a balmy 19 degrees C (or 66 F), and the lows are close to 11 C (or 52 F).

Statistics suggest it usually only rains about 45 mm (or less than 2 inches) in the month, but many years it feels like way more. Although June’s weather can be a bit unpredictable, it’s still more often than not a fine month to be in Vancouver.

Recommended June Activities

Being a summer month, June is definitely a month to be outside (except for on the rainy days). With the ski season long past and forgotten, Vancouverites focus their attention solidly on outdoor summertime activities.

Popular June activities include hiking and camping in the region’s various parks, canoeing and kayaking in places like Deep Cove, picnics throughout the region, and hanging out at beaches like English Bay, Kitsilano, Jericho, Spanish Banks, Stanley Park (Second and Third Beaches) and Ambleside (in West Vancouver).

Being the last month of the year before schools let out, Vancouver really starts to come alive in June. The region’s night markets are in full swing and all sorts of live entertainment and other events start springing up everywhere (or at least in lots of places).

For more ideas on where to go and what to do, check out Vancouver’s Best Summer Activities.

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