Past Events
The Secret Plant Show
Head to the Hastings Room at the PNE for The Secret Plant Show, a two-day plant-filled celebration happening July 19-20. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting your plant journey, this event is the perfect place to grow your passion. There will be family-friendly activities such as colouring sheets,
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Eastside Arts Festival
The Eastside Arts Festival features its biggest lineup of art-making workshops, along with free and ticketed live performances, guided walking tours, and interactive art activities for all ages. Don’t miss the FREE all-day outdoor celebration at MacLean Park on July 26, with live music, local art, and food trucks. Eastside
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BC Culture Days
Founded in 2009, Culture Days is a non-profit organization dedicated to building a national network of cultural connections that provides Canadians with opportunities to participate in and appreciate all forms of arts and culture. Culture Days raise the awareness, accessibility, participation, and engagement of Canadians in the arts and cultural
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Chilliwack Mural Festival
Celebrate the vibrant Chilliwack art scene during the Chilliwack Mural Festival! This 2-day festival highlights local artists and their large-scale art around the city. Chilliwack Mural Festival: Date: August 15 & 16, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM Venue: See website below for times & locations Website:www.chilliwackmuralfestival.com
Head to IKEA for Free Family Events
If strolling through IKEA is your idea of a fun weekend activity, you’re not alone. Now, this kid-friendly company is offering even more for families with special events for visitors. There are currently no events scheduled at the Coquitlam location, but we’ve pulled out some fun FREE events happening at
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PNE Fair 2025
Make the PNE Fair your End-of-Summer Tradition with can’t miss attractions and entertainment including the SuperDogs, Chinese acrobats, High Dive Show, dueling pianos, agriculture displays, drag shows, cooking demonstrations, Pyro Musical, exhibits, Home Showcase, and the return of Summer Night Concerts! This year’s Fair will continue to have a limited capacity. The
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Celebrate BC Day at Burnaby Heritage Museum
Celebrate BC Day at Burnaby Village Museum! Entrance is always free, and the carousel will be open with tickets at $2.65 per ride. Throughout the day, catch live entertainment, demonstrations, workshops, and specialty presentations from Vancouver Circus School, the City of Burnaby’s Water Wagon, and more. BC Day at Burnaby
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From A to Z: A Full Alphabet of FREE Family Fun in Metro Vancouver!
Summer is here, and there are so many free events that it’s hard to capture them all in one list! Our Summer Bucket List has our TOP free and paid activities of the summer, along with our favourite Family Fun Vancouver guides, but here is another fun way to check
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Pet-a-Palooza
Bring your furry family members to Yaletown to celebrate the Day of the Dog! This is a party made for the pups to enjoy, with pet-friendly vendors, activities, and plenty of entertainment for their humans. Pet-a-Palooza: Date: August 24, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Venue: Yaletown Address: 1100
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Summer Fun in Yaletown!
Stroll through Yaletown for a fun this summer! Enjoy free live music, dance lessons, and pop-up events throughout June and July. For the full schedule of events, click here. Summer in Yaletown: Dates: June & July Website:Â yaletowninfo.com