August

9th Annual Monsoon Festival of Arts

Presented by the South Asian Arts Society, The Monsoon Festival of Arts has become the place for art and culture enthusiasts, attracting generations of families and friends who gather each year to celebrate South Asian culture. Venues throughout the city will feature music, performance art, live podcasts, dance lessons, workshops,
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2025 TAIWANfest

TAIWANfest returns in 2025 for a spectacular array of family-friendly programming showcasing the best of Taiwanese arts, culture and heritage. Community events and performances are taking place around Metro Vancouver. See the program schedule here. TAIWANfest: Date: August 30- September 1, 2025 Website: vancouvertaiwanfest.ca

Oval Community Day

Celebrate family, health and sports at Oval Community Day! Enjoy family-friendly activities, sports demonstrations, tournaments and more! Oval Community Day: Date: August 24, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM -3:00PM Venue: Richmond Olympic Oval Address: 6111 River Road, Richmond Website: communityday.richmondoval.ca

Celebrate Summer at Metropolis at Metrotown

Celebrate Summer at Metropolis at Metrotown with inspiring new events, activities, and experiences fit for all ages. From June 16 – September 1, 20245, BC’s largest shopping centre will transform into a must-visit summer destination with “Explore the Galaxy” themed activities, including family-friendly events, charming décor, and the return of
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Light Up Chinatown!

Light Up Chinatown! returns with a vibrant two-day celebration of food, entertainment, and culture in Vancouver’s Chinatown, presented by RBC. The free festival features live performances, traditional lion dances, martial arts demos, walking tours, and a Kids’ Zone with interactive activities. Light Up Chinatown! Date: August 16 & 17, 2025
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Art Downtown

Art Downtown is an outdoor summer event where artists showcase their work in two beautiful downtown Vancouver locations. Featuring live music, different artists every week, and live art demonstrations in the summer sun. Enjoy the free exhibits on July 17, August 7, and August 19. Art Downtown: Dates: July 17,
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West Coast Classic Polo Tournament

Come check out the West Coast Classic Polo Tournament. Enjoy some polo in the sun with your friends and family! Spectators and tailgate viewing welcome. Bring a picnic or buy food and drinks at our fabulous food trucks. West Coast Classic Polo Tournament Date: August 9, 2025 Time: 2:00 PM
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Peter Rabbit Tale Musical & Garden Fair

A delightful Peter Rabbit Musical comes to life at the PAL Theatre featuring a whimsical roof top garden fair where families can enjoy activities, vendors & photo-ops with their favourite woodland characters. Making it more than just a show, but a full-day adventure. Peter Rabbit Tale Musical: Date: July 25
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Plenty & Collage Collage Present: Mini Mini Market

This summer, Plenty is teaming up with art space Collage Collage to host the first-ever Mini Mini Market, a heartwarming, hyper-local pop-up featuring a pint-sized lineup of kid vendors aged 6 to 14. Mini Mini Market: Date: August 23, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Venue: Plenty Kitsilano Address:
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Summer Cinema Series | FREE Movies in Stanley Park

You know summer has arrived when the Summer Cinema Series returns! Enjoy FREE movies in Stanley Park after dark. Every Tuesday through July and August our iconic Vancouver park will be transformed as a four-storey inflatable movie screen will be set up at Ceperely Meadows (Second Beach). Please bring your
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