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by Rebecca BollwittDisclosure: Review — Experience courtesy of Tourism Langley. Views and opinions are those of the author. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.
With a careful reopening of our province, it’s just the right time to enjoy the best of our own backyard. A great way to savour summer, with delectable local dishes and drinks, is to experience a Langley staycation, supporting businesses and farms in our region.
The patio at lelem, the vines at Backyard Vineyards, and a Frozen Rosé at S+L
A Langley Staycation
Just 45 minutes from Downtown Vancouver you’ll find authentic farm experiences to urban bistro patios, to a picnic in the park or stroll in the vineyard. Here is a delightful roundup of eateries where you can see where the #LangleyFresh moniker is well-earned.
Drive Thru Berry Waffles
Just when I thought that Krause Berry Farms (6179-248th Street in Langley) couldn’t top their ‘mile high strawberry pie’ offering they come up with drive thru berry waffles. Stay in your vehicle (or bring a chair to sit within your designated, distanced area, and cheerful staff will deliver a hefty platter of fresh-made waffles right to you from across the field. The topping? It depends what’s in season. I arrived in time for fresh-picked BC Blueberries, which was a perfect start to my Langley staycation.
The final virtual trivia night in support of BC and Alberta Guide Dogs is coming up this month, with a travel theme. All summer long these online events have been raising funds for Guide Dogs, Autism Service Dogs and PTSD Service Dogs for those in need.
Travel Time Trivia
When: Friday, August 14, 2020 Where: Online! Register here for $20 to participate Tickets: $20 each. You will need to purchase a separate ticket for each person joining the game. Each player will need access to their own computer or mobile phone.
Please note that all three events take place across Canada & the US and the game’s start time will vary based on where you live.
For those in the Pacific Time Zone the Game starts at 6:00pm
For those in the Mountain Time Zone the Game starts at 7:00pm
For those in the Eastern Time Zone the Game starts at 9:00pm
Tuning into the virtual trivia game is simple: The live game guide and game link will be sent to your email on registration, so you’ll be able to just click and play. No app download is necessary!
Prizes to be Won
Grand Prize: Mom and Pups Fund (includes birth announcement and Puppy Scholarship Package for a pup from the litter)
2nd Prize: Puppy Scholarship (photos and ‘pup’dates will be sent to you as your sponsored puppy grows to become a Guide or Service Dog).
3rd Prize: Puppy Pal Package (includes welcome letter about your sponsored puppy, framed photo, 5 blank puppy greeting cards, and official certificate).
For the travel themed trivia night, test your knowledge in these categories: Balmy Beaches, Road Trips, Historical Sites, Attractions, Mountain Peaks, All Inclusives.
About BC & Alberta Guide Dogs
BC & Alberta Guide Dogs is a registered charity that breeds, raises and professionally trains Guide Dogs for individuals who are blind or visually-impaired, Autism Service Dogs for children ages 3-10 with autism and their families, and PTSD Service Dogs for Veterans and First Responders living with an Operational Stress Injury. It takes two years and upwards of $35,000 to produce one certified dog, provided free of charge to the recipient.
Now that restrictions are being slowly lifted, BC & Alberta Guide Dogs is cautiously returning to physically-distanced, in-person puppy training with group and individual sessions. For more information and updates, follow along on Twitter and Facebook.
Miss604 is a proud media sponsor of this virtual trivia event series (June, July and August 2020).
Enjoy BC Day at the PNE with the fourth instalment of A Taste of the PNE, a drive thru fair food extravaganza along with an outdoor dining option.
Wiggle Chips
BC Day at the PNE
Food vendors include Henry’s Chicken serving half chicken with corn on the cob, Tin Lizzy serving Wiggle Chips, Steve O’s serving deep fried desserts (Kit Kat Fries, Mars bars and Oreos), and a selection of BC craft beer, cider, and wine options.
When: August 1-3, 2020. Guests can choose from the following timeslots 1:00pm to 3:0pm, 3:30pm to 5:30pm, or 6:00pm to 8:00pm.
Drive Thru Tickets:Available online and must be purchased in advance.
Dine In Tickets: Available online and must be purchased in advance. Each ticket includes admission, entertainment, a tour of the 2020 Prize Home, and dinner and one drink.
The physically distanced dine in event features afternoon or evening option of outdoor dining paired with lively entertainment. There will be a maximum 50-person capacity to ensure the health and safety of all patrons and staff.
You will receive a $10 discount on Playland’s Expanded Rides (August 1, 2, 3, 8 or 9) plus 2 free tickets to Opening Day of the 2021 PNE Fair with each meal ordered for dine in. Follow PNE/Playland on Facebook for more info.
August events in Metro Vancouver usually consist of fireworks nights, the Pride Parade, PNE concerts, a Whitecaps match, and perhaps an evening at TUTS. While things look very different in the city right now, with COVID-19 safety measures in place there is a new lineup of events and activities to enjoy this summer. Playland’s wooden coaster is reopening, there are drive-in movie nights, a summer concert series and more on top of our wonderful natural resources like parks and beaches.
August Events in Metro Vancouver
This list is updated daily. If you have an event to add, send it in here for a free listing.
