With over 200 visual and performing artists, this “must attend festival” has become a signature event in the Lower Mainland. This free, family event features live musical performances, artists and artisans showcasing a myriad of mediums, live demonstrations, a children’s venue and special performance surprises all day long! Langley Arts
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Send out summer with a bang at the Granville Block Party, presented by Public Disco. Enjoy live music, performances, art, market vendors, and food and drink. This event is free for all ages. Granville Block Party: Dates: August 29, 2026 Time: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM Venue: Vancouver Art Gallery
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Summertime & movies are like peanut butter & jam…they are meant to go together. Life gets even better when the movie is FREE and shown outdoors, under the stars, in a beautiful setting. Thanks to FreshAir Cinema and countless other outdoor movie companies, communities across Metro Vancouver can enjoy FREE
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Taves Farm is an exciting destination year-round, but it’s particularly spectacular in August when the sunflower fields are in full bloom. Stroll through the fairytale-themed fields, cuddle with cute animals, and cap off your day with a taste of their special fruit cider. The Magic of Sunflowers at Taves Farm:
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When I was little, my sister planted a single sunflower seed in our garden that she received in a birthday goodie bag. Wouldn’t you know it – that tiny seed grew and grew and grew until it towered above our house. We still have the photo of her sitting on
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Enjoy the beauty of a full and vibrant sunflower field at the official Sunflower Festival! In addition to the many offerings at Meadows Family Farm (animals to feed, a zipline, a u-pick flower field, a train to ride, a playground, mud kitchen, and more), the farm will come alive with
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There’s nothing better than late summer sunflowers popping up in your garden – except maybe an entire field of sunflowers to wander through! Head to Richmond Country Farms to stroll through the fields and capture some amazing photos, enjoy live music, and pick up some delicious eats from local food
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Have a kid who’s curious about space? Spend an evening at the SFU Observatory, where families can explore the wonders of the night sky through powerful telescopes, learn about stars, planets, and constellations, and discover how astronomers observe the universe. Participants will enjoy a guided observatory tour, interactive workshop, and
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Join a guided nature walk at Buntzen Lake to explore the park’s history, learn how watersheds and hydroelectricity work, and create your own watershed diagram with a BC Hydro guide. Best suited for children ages 8–12 who can comfortably walk up to 3 km on uneven terrain. Family Nature Walk
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The streets of Port Moody come alive with art during the Port Moody ‘Art Out Side’ Festival! Across the city, visitors will enjoy live art activations, artist-led initiatives, and outdoor art installations. Port Moody Art Out Side Festival: Date: August 7 – 16, 2026 Time: Varies by date Venue: Multiple
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