Ahhh summer. The sun stays out later, dinner gets pushed a little longer, and reasonable bedtimes become a distant memory for many kids. When the sun goes down, the fun keeps on rolling at great summer night market options around Vancouver. Grab your crew for an evening stroll to taste some new foods, pick up goodies for the week, and listen to some live music as you wind down under the stars.
Here are our top 5 Summer Night Markets:
1. Clayton Night Market | July 18, August 15, September 12
The Clayton Night Market is your summer evening hangout. With rotating local vendors, a lively beer garden, live music, kids’ entertainment, and a beautiful park setting, there’s something for everyone—including your furry friends! Bring your chairs, bring your pups, and settle in for a night of local shopping, great food, and relaxed, dog-friendly vibes under the stars.
2. Richmond Night Market | Friday-Sunday every week
A summer staple in Metro Vancouver, the Richmond Night Market is not to be missed! . Featuring live performances, carnival games and over 200 retail stalls, you’ll feel the excitement from the moment you arrive. Don’t forget admission is free for kids aged 7 years and under. Seniors are also free, so bring the grandparents!
3. Shipyards Night Market | Fridays all summer long
Shipyards Night Market is a food and music festival happening every Friday through summer in The Shipyards District! The event will feature live music and a beer garden in Shipbuilders Square, food trucks on Wallace Mews, and Artisan Vendors on St. Roch Dock.
4. The Vegan Night Market | Thursdays all summer long
Whether your family is vegan or you just want to explore the lifestyle, this is Vancouver’s *only* Vegan Night Market! Come hungry to try incredible food, shop vendors for new products and artwork, and listen to live music.
5. White Rock Night Market | July 6, August 8, September 5
Spend your summer evenings strolling the promenade listening to live music, perusing vendors, and enjoying delicious food at the White Rock Night Market! With several dates throughout the summer, this is one of White Rock’s most highly anticipated events.
Do you have a night market you love that we missed? Send us the details at vancouver@familyfuncanada.com, and we’ll add it to our calendar.
