August

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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Pirate Pak Day Returns To White Spot

For one day only, the young and young-at-heart are invited to don their best bandana and navigate to the nearest White Spot for a worthy cause. $2 from each Adult & Kid’s Pirate Pak sold through dine-in and take-out will help send children and young adults to the Zajac Ranch
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BC Adventure Days at White Spot

Set sail with BC Adventure Days at White Spot! The White Spot Pirate Pak is a part of every BC childhood. It is exactly as I remember it from my childhood….a big colourful boat, a yummy meal, ice cream and the all-important chocolate coin. This summer the Pirate Pak comes
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Abbotsford International Airshow

For more the 5 decades the Abbotsford International Airshow has been wowing attendees. Watch planes from around the world delight the fans. Wander the tarmac and climb aboard planes from all eras; the skies will be filled with machines you’ve never seen before. Gadgets, special suits and the coolest flying
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Ribfest Langley

This popular event is not just for foodies who *love* ribs; it’s a chance for the community to come together and enjoy great live entertainment, a kids zone, and a section specially reserved for adults. The event is FREE, but donations to one of the many participating non-profit agencies is
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The Chilliwack Fair – Entertaining Families Since 1873

The Chilliwack Fair is a family-friendly agricultural exhibition, offering all the traditional classes, exhibits and entertainment you expect from a classic fair. The Fair is an opportunity to celebrate the unique culture and heritage of the community and much more! This event is all about affordable fun so come experience
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Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Situated atop wooden pilings over the mighty Fraser River, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery is one of the few remaining 19th century salmon canneries in BC. In its heyday, the Cannery was the largest building of its kind and the leading producer of canned salmon in BC. Now a dynamic
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BEST Move Celebration!

Celebrate active transportation and community spirit at BEST Move on August 24 — a free, family-friendly, and bike-lover’s event hosted by BEST (Better Environmentally Sound Transportation) in partnership with Cascade Bicycle Club. This summer celebration marks the finish of the Seattle to Vancouver ride, welcoming over 1,300+ cyclists with live
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Meet North Vancouver Firefighters at Hot Summer Nights!

Hot Summer Nights is back in the City of North Vancouver this year to give families a chance to meet local firefighters! The various stations set up at parks around North Vancouver so kids can get a chance to spray the big fire hose, check out the firetrucks, and ask
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