Events and fun things to do around Metro Vancouver this August 1-31, 2026 including dozens of free activities, ticketed shows, community festivals, and more including a few of my book events!

The Vancouver Pride Parade is Sunday, August 2, 2026 beginning on the north side of False Creek and culminating with a festival in the heart Davie Village, where it all began.

There’s a one-night only fireworks show in English Bay this Friday, July 31st and here’s all you need to know including the schedule and downtown Vancouver road closures.

Your list of fun things to do around Vancouver this weekend including the Vancouver Chinatown Festival, free dancing at Robson Square, a celebration in Steveston, and so much more!

The Steveston Historical Society is marking its 50th anniversary with a free community celebration in Town Square Park on Sunday.

Each summer, music echoes through the heart of downtown Vancouver as Robson Square’s ice rink transforms into an open-air dance floor for free Friday night ballroom dancing.

Vancouver Pride has released their 2026 festival guide featuring an engaging lineup of events around the city July 25 to August 2 that celebrate every part of our diverse 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

This weekend in Vancouver enjoy the final FIFA World Cup events, markets, festivals, and many more fun things to do July 17-19, 2026.

Indian Summer Festival is a celebration of South Asian arts, bringing together more than 90 Canadian and international artists across a lineup of programming at various venues across Vancouver, Burnaby, and Surrey. 

Baseball to street parties and beyond! This is your guide to events and fun things to do in Vancouver this weekend from July 10-12, 2026.