Enjoy the suite life this summer with Delta Hotels by Marriott Vancouver Downtown Suites! Make the most of your Vancouver stay with spacious suites, central downtown location and unique restaurant & bar, Stock & Supply.
Springtime is just flying by!
Get closer to summer with these 20 great Vancouver events happening from June 3 to 9. Vegan Night Market, Italian Day, and more!
Be sure to check out our Listed section for more fantastic things happening around town.
And to stay up to date on everything happening in Metro Vancouver, BC, and beyond, sign up for our newsletters!
Italian Day on Commercial Drive (Clayton Perry Photography)
What: Let your tastebuds start tingling! Vancouver’s annual celebration of Italian culture, heritage, and community will return this spring with a full-size festival.
Thousands of Vancouverites will take over Commercial Drive as it transforms into a 14-block car-free zone. Throughout the day-long event, there will be plenty of merchants, food vendors, and entertainment to discover.
When: June 9, 2024
Time: Noon to 9 pm
Where: Commercial Drive (Venables Street to Grandview Highway), Vancouver
Cost: Free
What: Teens: Creative Minds is an exhibition from the J. Armand Bombardier Museum of Ingenuity. The interactive exhibit spotlights young inventors through several modules, including five innovators from Surrey.
When: Now until August 4, 2024 (Closed on Mondays and statutory holidays)
Time: 9:30 am to 5:30 pm (Tuesday to Saturday), noon to 5 pm (Sunday)
Where: Museum of Surrey — 17710 56a Avenue, Surrey
Admission: Free though donations are appreciated
What: Queer Arts Festival is an annual artist-run transdisciplinary celebration in Vancouver. This year’s event is themed The Ties That Bind and includes a community art show, drag and dance troupe performances, live concerts, and more throughout the month of June.
When: June 1 to 30, 2024
Time: Various times
Where: Various venues
Admission: Free and ticketed events. Purchase online
Car Free Day Surrey/Submitted
What: The third-annual Car Free Day Surrey, hosted by the Newton Business Improvement Association, will feature live entertainment, family-friendly activities, food vendors and more.
Visitors will find lots to see and do during the free street party, including concerts by Latin fusion group Los Duendes, singer and songwriter Rebecca Sichon, Reggae jam band Gisto and the Grateful Living, and more.
When: June 8, 2024
Time: Noon to 8 pm
Where: 137th Street, Surrey (Between 72A Avenue and 74th Avenue)
Cost: Free
What: West Vancouver Community Arts Council hosts a free self-guided art walk of the Ambleside and Dundarave neighbourhoods. Explore the local galleries and public art while celebrating local artists.
When: June 6, July 4, August 1 and September 5, 2024
Time: 6 to 8 pm
Where: Various locations. See the map online
Cost: Free
What: Rosewood Home & Condo has provided Vancouver with a huge selection of hand-crafted solid wood furniture and designer sofas for over a decade. As the founder is retiring, they are closing their doors for good on July 21 but not before they host a massive sale.
Now’s your last chance to own luxury furniture at budget prices. Categories include living room, dining room, bedroom, office, vanities, and lighting. Customizable options and the convenience of white glove delivery and pickup options also make this sale one not to miss. You can also shop the collection online at www.exoticrosewood.com
When: Now until the showroom closes on July 21, 2024
Time: 10 am to 6 pm (Monday to Saturday), 11 am to 5 pm (Sundays and holidays)
Where: 733 Marine Drive, North Vancouver
Public Disco (Gabriel Martins/Submitted)
What: Dance your way into that summer feeling with Public Disco. The free all-ages dance party features live music, DJs, and dance performances on Granville Island.
When: June 8, 2024
Time: 2 to 10 pm
Where: Lot 55 (Behind Granville Island Brewing) – 1411 Cartwright Street, Vancouver
Cost: Free
What: Test your golf skills with the Michelob Ultra team at BCLIQUOR Langley. Drop by the parking lot to play some mini-golf with your friends. There will also be music, a photo booth, and special prizes to be won.
When: June 8, 2024
Time: 2 to 6 pm
Where: BCLIQUOR Langley — 6435 201 Street, Langley
Cost: Free
What: Rawsome Comedy presents Hump Day Happy Hour, a weekly Wednesday night show with Vancouver comedians showcasing their newest and best jokes. There’s a new headliner and lineup each week, so head down for a mid-week laugh break.
When: Every Wednesday
Time: 7 pm and 9:15 pm
Where: 117 West Pender Street, Vancouver
Cost: Starting at $11.10, purchase online
What: Bring your stuffies to watch the Teddy Bear Children’s Concert on Saturday afternoon at Town Centre Park in Coquitlam. Then, on Sunday, join the annual Teddy Bear Picnic with vendor and community booths, roving artists, face painting and demos, and more. It’s fun for all ages.
When: June 8 and 9, 2024
Time: 3 to 4 pm (Saturday), 11 am to 4 pm (Sunday)
Where: Town Centre Park — 1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Cost: Free
City of Langley/Facebook
What: The Greater Vancouver Food Truck Festival will bring over two dozen vendors to Langley Community Day in Douglas Park on Saturday, June 8.
You can order dishes and treats from your favourite food trucks while enjoying live entertainment, activity stations, an artisan market and more.
When: June 8, 2024
Time: 11 am to 7 pm
Where: Douglas Park — 5403-5409 206 Street, Langley
Admission: Free
What: Burnaby Central Railway is welcoming passengers to climb aboard its 3 km track near Confederation Park every weekend until this fall. Your ride will take you across tunnels, bridges and viaducts. And while you’re there, stop by the ever-growing Garden Railway.
British Columbia Society of Model Engineers (BCSME) built and operates the mini railway, with three different types of locomotives pulling the ridable trains.
When: Weekends and stat holidays until Thanksgiving Monday, October 14, 2024
Time: 11 am to 5 pm
Where: 120 N Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
Cost: $4.50 for a single ride, all passengers three years old and up. $40 for a 10-ride pass
What: Acclaimed comedians Rebecca Northan (Blind Date, CBC Radio’s The Debaters) Roman Danylo (Comic Strippers, CTV’s Comedy Inc) and Peter Oldring ( CBC Radio’s This Is That, Intern Academy) first met in an improv class in 1988. They’re now reuniting for the first time in 20 years at Tightrope Theatre in Mount Pleasant. Expect throwback laughs, special guests, and more.
When: June 8, 2024
Time: 7:30 pm
Where: Tightrope Theatre — 2343 Main St, Vancouver
Tickets: $30 plus fees, purchase online
Doors Open Richmond/Submitted
What: Doors Open Richmond is presented by the Richmond Museum and is a weekend-long, city-wide public celebration of heritage, culture, and the arts. For its 17th year, 40 participating destinations will open their doors, offering culturally rich and inclusive experiences for free. These include museums, cultural organizations, artist studios, faith-based institutions, and more.
When: June 8 and 9, 2024
Time: 10 am to 4 pm
Where: Various locations around Richmond
Admission: Free, some events may require pre-registration
What: A California-inspired, immersive pop-up experience titled Surfside is coming to Guildford Mall. Here, you’ll find palm trees, surfboards, and waves, alongside some special treats from Abbotsford Palm Cafe.
You’ll also be able to get some summery drinks, including a special iced Coconut Dream beverage crafted exclusively for Surfside. This beverage features espresso and white chocolate topped off with coconut sweet cream cold foam.
When: Now until June 9, 2024
Time: Regular mall hours
Where: Guildford Town Centre — 10355 152 Street, Surrey
What: From plant-based cheese to handmade ceramics, delicious spreads, and upcycled clothing, the Vegan Summer Night Markets is packed with unique items for all shopping needs from 45+ vendors.
Admission is free and there will also be a variety of food trucks on-site to keep your tastebuds satisfied.
When: Every other Thursday from June 6 to August 29, 2024
Time: 6 to 10 pm
Where: Locarno Beach
Admission: Free
Whistler Mountain Bike Park/Facebook
What: WMBP welcomes all ability levels, with four mountain zones, green trails, technical double blacks, and jump trails to discover. The 2024 season will see the return of the Phat Wednesday race series and the popular Crankworx Whistler festival in July.
New this year is the debut of the eight-person Fitzsimmons Chairlift with Doppelmayr Bike Clip, the first of its kind in North America. Riders can also check out two new trails in the Gatorade Skills Zone during their visit to the WMBP this year.
When: Season runs until October 2024
Time: Zones have various operating times
Where: Whistler Mountain Bike Park — 4282 Mountain Square, Whistler
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
What: The two-day market will highlight over 70 Japanese makers, artisans, and local businesses, with the aim of supporting Japanese culture in Vancouver. Bring your appetite and some friends to try Okonomiyaki (Japanese pancakes), crepe, ice cream, Taiyaki, matcha drinks, and more.
Stick around to enjoy the live entertainment throughout the weekend, including a TATE sword performance collaboration with Taiko by Nori, an enthralling dance by Appare Yosakoi, Okinawa Taiko, and karate demonstrations. You can even get your photo taken with a samurai.
When: June 8 and 9, 2024
Time: 10 am to 6 pm
Where: Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza – 750 Hornby Street, Vancouver
Tickets: For sale online
What: New West Farmers’ Market showcases dozens of vendors and food trucks each week. Shop for farm-fresh produce, local artisan items, gourmet prepared foods, and more while enjoying live entertainment.
When: Every Thursday until November 7, 2024
Time: 3 to 7 pm
Where: Tipperary Park next to New West City Hall — 315 Queens Avenue, New Westminster
Cultus Lake Waterpark/Facebook
What: Adventurous sliders will want to slap on the waterproof sunscreen and enjoy the Valley of Fear or the Freefall Tower. Families and young ones can also experience Tots’ Castle, Pirates Cove, and Western Canada’s biggest waterslide, the Colossal Canyon family raft ride!
After you’ve built up an appetite, grab some food from the in-park vendors, including the refreshing pineapple dole whip soft serve. Then relax at one of the 150+ shade and shelter picnic areas.
When: June 8 to September 2, 2024
Time: Various times
Where: Cultus Lake Waterpark – 4150 Columbia Valley Highway, Cultus Lake
Cost: Various, purchase online