TEDDY BEAR PICNIC
Sunday 11 am – 4 pm, Town Centre Park, Coquitlam
Grab your teddy bears and come down with the family to enjoy this free event. There will be live entertainment, food trucks, fun crafts and more!
CAR FREE DAY SURREY
Saturday 12 pm – 8 pm, 7380 King George Blvd, Surrey
137th street will be transformed into a pedestrian paradise with multiple stages, artisan vendors, local merchants and family friendly fun! This event will celebrate the businesses with storefronts on 137th with extended patios and booths, in addition to multiple activities for people to take part in.
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL
Saturday and Sunday showtimes, York Theatre, Commercial Dr
Dive in to the incredibly fun and family-friendly musical world of Bikini Bottom and soak up this timeless story of identity, crisis, and community.
STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI IN CONCERT
Saturday 7:30 pm, The Orpheum Theatre
Calling all Star Wars fans! Experience the spectacular Return of the Jedi on the big screen, with the full score played live by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra.
JAPAN MARKET SUMMER FESTIVAL
Saturday and Sunday 10 am – 5 pm, Vancouver Art Gallery Plaza
This summer market is especially food-focused this year and will feature six food trucks and 12 other food vendors, and craft and merchandise vendors. Other vendors will be selling things like wellness products, fashion accessories, art, jewellery, and more. Admission is $5 but kids 16 yrs and under are free.
BROCK HOUSE SUMMER FAIR
Saturday 10 am – 3 pm, Brock House Society, 3875 Point Grey Rd
The 44th Annual Brock House Society Summer Fair at Jericho Beach features a variety of items for sale, including vintage jewellery, woodwork, crafts, curated treasures and gently used books. Visitors will also enjoy delicious food, drink, live music, outdoor Yoga and Zumba, prizes and surprises. Free Admission.
PORTOBELLO WEST SUMMER OUTDOOR MARKET
Saturday 10 am – 5 pm, west 11th, 13th and 14th along South Granville St
Rain or shine this street market will be offering 50 local vendors, food trucks and activities for the whole family.
BARD ON THE BEACH
Shows Saturday and Sunday, Vanier Park
Vancouver’s summer Shakespeare festival is back! This summer’s lineup includes the all-time audience favourite A Midsummer Night’s Dream on the BMO Mainstage, and Harlem Duet, by Djanet Sears, and Romeo and Juliet on the Howard Family Stage. The Festival will run from June 8 to September 24.
5X FESTIVAL
Saturday 11 am – 8 pm, Holland Park, Surrey
Formerly known as the City of Bhangra Festival. An all ages celebration of South Asian arts.
NOSH FOODIE FEST
Saturday and Sunday 11 am – 5 pm, Capilano Mall Parking Lot
This is a free to attend outdoor event showcasing fabulous foodie delights and experiences. In addition to must-try food truck fare, new ingredients for this scrumptious food festival include a food meets technology activity and an artisanal food market featuring local merchants!
26TH ANNUAL FRASER VALLEY CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL
Sunday 10 am – 4 pm, 7494 Mary St, Mission
This is a free event open to everyone with plenty of hands-on activities for younger children, including music, vendors, and creative exploration!
