Best August events in Vancouver 2025

Summer is in full swing, and this guide to the best August events in Vancouver and the Fraser Valley will help you get started. Days are warm, and nights are still lighter, so you can take advantage of adventurous activities throughout the Lower Mainland. Enjoy this time to the max. 

There are many delicious culinary events, fairs, stampedes, musical performances, concerts and cultural festivals. If you are looking for the best summer patios in Vancouver for outdoor dining, we have rounded up a handpicked list featuring 15 of the city’s top outdoor dining spots where the atmosphere is just as memorable as the menu. And if you’re looking to venture a little farther, don’t miss our bonus picks beyond the city — including Horseshoe Bay, Grouse Mountain, Steveston, Burnaby, and more.

If we have left off your favourite event, let us know in the comments below.

Best August Events in Vancouver

Garden Dinner Series – now until August 21, 2025

Step into an evening of pure coastal luxury at the Fairmont Waterfront ARC restaurant for their exclusive Garden Dinner Series. Begin with a signature garden-to-glass cocktail, crafted with Fairmont Waterfront’s own gin, distilled in partnership with Wayward Distillery using honey from our rooftop garden and apiary. Then, join Chief Beekeeper Julia Common for a captivating honeybee experience, offering a rare glimpse into the vital world of our rooftop hives.

A Culinary Collaboration: Baan Lao x The Cocochine x Phantom Creek
 – August 7, 8, 2025

Experience a rare and refined culinary journey as Chef Nutcha Phanthoupheng of Baan Lao joins forces with Chef Larry Jayasekara of London’s acclaimed The Cocochine and the award-winning winemaking team at Phantom Creek Estates. This exclusive three-night dinner series features a 10-course tasting menu paired with biodynamic wines from Phantom Creek’s private cellar.

Celebrated for their precision, ingredient integrity, and artistic presentation, both chefs bring a shared philosophy to the table—showcasing what’s possible when diverse culinary traditions meet at the highest level.
• August 1 – Phantom Creek Estates, Oliver (5:00 & 7:00 pm)
• August 7 & 8 – Baan Lao, Richmond (5:00 & 6:30 pm)
Tickets and details: baanlao.ca

Vancouver Pride Festival and Parade – August 1-3, 2025

The Pride Parade takes place on August 1. The schedule of events is continually updated here.

Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival – now to September 2025

Celebrating 36 years, Bard of the Beach Shakespeare Festival returns to Sen̓áḵw/Vanier Park in Vancouver. Four different performances will take place on the Main Stage: Much Ado About Nothing, The Two Gentlemen of Verona, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again], and The Dark Lady.

Theatre Under the Stars – July 5 – August 24, 2025

Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Legally Blonde The Musical at Stanley Park’s iconic Malkin Bowl. 

Early Music Vancouver Summer Festival, BACH & MOZART: In Endless Ascent – July 26 to August 8, 2025

The Early Music Vancouver Summer Festival celebrates its 55th festival season. Explore the interconnectedness of music, nature, and the elevation of the soul in “BACH & MOZART: In Endless Ascent” at various Vancouver venues.

Festival highlights include: a rich ensemble of more than 50 established and emerging international and Canadian early music artist; a special solo appearance from keyboardist and Pacific Baroque Orchestra director Alexander Weimann; a celebration of music and dance, featuring the Montreal-based baroque dance company Les Jardins Chorégraphiques; and a rare, collaborative fusion of Chinese and Baroque instruments in dialogue across cultures and centuries in Silk Strings, among many other performances.

PNE Fair – August 16-September 1, 2025

This year’s PNE promises to be better than ever with lots of fun for the whole family. Tickets on sale now. This year’s PNE prize home is located in Greater Vancouver.

PNE Summer Nights Concerts – August 16-September 1, 2025

One of the most popular programs of the annual PNE Fair, the Summer Night Concerts, will be held in the Pacific Colosseum. Diverse performances will showcase iconic figures from music history in Pop, Rock, and R&B, along with rising stars in the industry.

Here are some of the performers: Mother Mother, Lynyard Skynyrd, Tom Cochran, Marianas Trench, Gypsy Kings, Foreigner and more. Admission to the Fair is free with the purchase of show tickets.

Trout Lake Farmers Market – Saturdays, April – end of October, 2025

Trout Lake Farmers Market brings farm-fresh goodness to the city with fruits, vegetables, fish, meat, eggs and dairy products. There is a good selection of artisan foods and crafts, food trucks, and buskers. The market is located in the north parking lot.

Astro Arts Festival – August 8-10, 2025

Watch 30+ murals, street art, and graffiti works come to life, live. 165 West 4th Avenue. 

Festival of India – August 23-24, 2025

Chant, dance and be happy. At Creekside Park, near Science World, participate in the Festival of India and the ancient Ratha Yatra festival, celebrating its 52nd year in Vancouver. On Saturday, Soul Veg offers yoga, live music, and a fun zone for kids and teens.

Sunday is the full day of the festival. It starts with a parade with giant floats, then live music, theatre, cultural dance, Kirtans, a kids’ and teens’ fun zone, and a vegetarian feast to feed thousands.

A Series of Concerts by Candlelight, now until December 31, 2025

Enjoy a series of live concerts illuminated by candlelight in various locations throughout Vancouver.

To find out more or to book tickets, visit Concert by Candlelight.

Burnaby Events and Festivals

Burnaby Blues and Roots Festival – August 9, 2025

Deer Lake Park is the perfect setting for this family-friendly celebration of music, art, and culture, which features an impressive lineup featuring legendary artists, rising stars, and diverse musicians.  There will be food trucks, a beer garden and more.

Burnaby Farmers Market – May 13 through the end of October

Shop for an assortment of B.C. crafts, various farm-fresh produce and delicious baked foods while listening to live music. The market opens May 13 and 14 and then operates every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: Burnaby City Hall near Deer Lake.

Summer Stages Confederation Park – Weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays to August 28, 2025

Celebrate summer with a free live performance series every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Spray Park. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on and enjoy. The stage is located near the spray park.

Coquitlam August Events

BC Dumpling Festival – August 9, 2025

The Asian Arts and Culture Society presents the 4th Annual BC Dumpling Festival to celebrate our diverse community. This multicultural, family-friendly event showcases dumplings from different cultures. It brings families, friends, neighbours, community organizations, and businesses from different cultures together to share food, entertainment, and laughter.

The festival will take place in Town Centre Park.

North Vancouver and West Vancouver Festivals and Events

Ambleside Farmers Market – May through the end of October

Shop the Ambleside Farmers Market for an assortment of B.C. Crafts, a variety of farm-fresh produce and delicious prepared foods. The market is open from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Sundays at Ambleside Park.

Breakfast with the Bears on Grouse Mountain – August 2025

Breakfast with the Bears allows early access to the mountain to watch resident Grizzly bears, Grinder and Coola, enjoy their breakfast and learn from one of the wildlife experts about Grizzlies and bear conservation. This special experience includes a delicious buffet breakfast in The Grizzly Lookout and special gifts from Grinder and Coola.

Richmond and Delta August Events and Festivals

21st Annual Richmond Maritime Festival – August 23 and 24, 2025

Come to Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site to celebrate diverse nautical history, enjoy a vibrant program of free live music, participate in maritime-themed kids activities, enjoy a display of beautifully restored wooden boats and ships, and much more.

Richmond Night Market – now until October 13, 2025

The Richmond Night Market is the largest market of its kind in North America. It features Asian street food, entertainment, and a wide variety of merchandise vendors. The market is easy to reach from the Canada Line and River Rock Casino.

Country Wines Winery – Weekends, May Long Weekend until the end of October 2025

Take a tour of Country Vines Winery, a six-acre vineyard located behind Richmond Country Farms, to learn about that city’s rich agricultural heritage and how its fertile land contributes to making award-winning wines.

After the tour, enjoy the lounge and picnic area. Make a reservation to be guaranteed a spot to sip wine, savour a charcuterie selection and listen to live music. Please limit your stay to 90 minutes.

Tzu Chi Great Love Garden Sunflower Season – July 19, 2025 – August 10, 2025, 10 am-3 pm

Immerse yourself in a golden sea of sunflowers at Tzu Chi Great Love Garden this summer. Experience the beauty of vibrant blooms and embrace the season’s warmth.

Tzu Chi Great Love Garden, 9851 Finn Road, Richmond

August Events White Rock 

White Rock Sea Festival and Semiamhoo Days  – August 2-3, 2025

This free family-fun festival is celebrating 75 years. There will be live entertainment and performances. There is an outdoor movie, a kid zone, Westcoaster’s Daze Classic Car Show, arts and crafts, a Torchlight Parade and a Fireworks Finale.

Bets Langley Events in August

Brigade Days at Fort Langley National Historic Site – August 2-4, 2025

For more than 26 years, Brigade Days has been a tradition at Fort Langley National Historic Site. It is an immersive experience about the history of the fur trading era of the 19th century.

Harrison Hot Springs August Events

Bands on the Beach – August 30-31, 2025

Celebrating its 15th year, Bands on the Beach brings the best local musicians in the Fraser Valley to the shores of Harrison Lake for a two-day music festival.

Mission August Events

Mission Raceway Events – various themes all of August

Abbotsford August Festivals and Events

Agrifair 2025 – August 1-3

Since 1909, the Agrifair County Fair in Abbotsford has celebrated its agricultural roots with great food and entertainment for the entire family. Visitors can see the 4H Show, Open Horse and Classic Horse Show, barnyard animals, and Fraser Valley Antique Farm Machinery Display.

There’s a Northern Lights Motorsports Demo Derby, All-Star Wrestling, Extreme Dog Show, Monster Foam Party and Ace’s Pig Racing. Everything for a fun-filled weekend.

Chilliwack Summer Events

August at Greendale Acres – Family Fun on the Farm! August 2-September 1, 2025

Chilliwack’s Greendale Acres (41905 Yale Road West) is celebrating its 27th season with a vibrant calendar of events this August. Kick things off with the Chilliwack Corn Festival (Aug. 2–4), featuring live music, corn-eating contests, and the debut of the bee-themed Corn Maze. Enjoy Midweek Magic every Wednesday and Thursday with $1 slushies and free train rides. Don’t miss the first-ever Flower Festival (Aug. 16–17), Golden Hour Flower Workshops (Wednesdays), and the Sundown Music Series every Saturday night. Wrap up summer at the Summer Send Off Festival (Aug. 30–Sept. 1) with food, fun, and the biggest concert of the season!

153 Annual Chilliwack Fair – August 8-10, 2025

The Chilliwack Fair held at the Chilliwack Heritage Park is the second oldest continuously running Fair in BC. Despite being the foundation on which it was built, the fair is about much more than agriculture.

At the fair, you’ll find amazing food vendors, entertainment, face painting, pony rides, marketplace vendors, a Rough Stock event on Friday night (bulls, bareback, saddle bronc), a BCRA Rodeo, 4-H and farm animals, live music, talented local artists, a kitchen stage, a photo booth, inflatable games, and more!

In recent years, they’ve added the Vancouver Circus School, CampH FMX bike flipping, Laser Tag, Foam Party, and a ninja parkour course!

Chilliwack Mural Festival – August 7-17, 2025

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