The July long weekend is here, so whether you’re looking for concerts, street festivals or Canada Day fireworks, we’ve got you covered. Here are 11 of the best things to do in and around Vancouver this weekend (June 28 – July 1).
Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival
The Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Festival (TCCF) kicks off Canada Day in Vancouver this year with over 20 non-stop Taiwanese and Canadian performances and a host of free outdoor activities. Plus, this year, a second stage will be opening for the first time, with even more performing artists to discover at the Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza and the Queen Elizabeth Theatre Plaza.
When : Performances on June 29, 30 and July 1
Or : Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza and Queen Elizabeth Theater Plaza
Prix: FREE ENTRANCE
Vancouver International Jazz Festival
Each year, Coastal Jazz welcomes many local and international talents to venues across the city. And this year, Grammy-winning rapper, advocate and entrepreneur Killer Mike is headlining the festival!
Mike will perform at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre on June 29, and you can buy tickets ($69-$99 plus fees) for the show starting at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 14.
When : June 21 to 30
Or : Venues around Vancouver
Prix: Ticket prices vary
Sponsored Pick: Bootleggers Gala at Vancouver Club
Get ready because this weekend only, the Vancouver Club is transforming into a jaw-dropping art and music expo for the first annual BOOTLEGGERS mega gala! You’ll have the chance to experience masterpieces by Salvador Dali and Andy Warhol, contemporary art exhibits, immersive cocktail stations, and live music all night long while networking with some of the city’s brightest minds.
When : Saturday June 29
Or : 915, rue West Hastings
Prix: $38.61 +
SUNWAVE at Koerner’s Secret Garden UBC Vancouver
Sunwave is hosting outdoor and indoor electronic, techno and house parties at locations across the city, including an outdoor concert at Koerner’s “Secret Garden” at UBC this weekend!
When : Saturday June 29
Or : 1758 West Mall
Prix: $23.68
Maxim
Croatian pianist Maksim is performing his “classical crossover” music at Vancouver’s Orpheum Theater this weekend, and it’s not too late to buy tickets to the show!
When : Sunday, June 30th
Or : Orpheum Theatre
Prix: $65 +
Canada together at Place du Canada
Canada Together at Canada Place has always been the biggest Canada Day celebration in Ottawa – and this year is no exception. The 38th annual event will feature a full day of festivities, food, family fun and live entertainment from 11 a.m. to 6 a.m. at Vancouver Harbor, planned in collaboration with the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.
When : Monday July 1st
Or : Canada Place
Prix: FREE ENTRANCE
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Steveston Salmon Festival
One of the country’s largest Canada Day celebrations returns this year to Steveston Village, bringing together a full day of live music, family fun and over 20 food trucks. Yes, we’re talking about this year’s Steveston Salmon Festival!
Now in its 77th year, the beloved annual celebration will once again feature the classic pancake breakfast, salmon bake and chow mein near the Steveston Community Center, in addition to tasty food trucks on place.
When : Monday July 1st
Or : Village of Steveston
Prix: Free entry, $20 for cooked salmon
Canada Day by the Bay
Head to Memorial Park in White Rock for another full day of family fun for all ages and free entertainment, presented by Thrifty Foods. Entertainers include The Hip Replacements, En Karma and fireworks. 10:15 a.m. presented by Allure Ventures.
When : Monday July 1
Or: Memorial Park et West Beach, White Rock
Prix: Free participation
Canada Day Event in Surrey
Western Canada’s largest Canada Day celebration will take place at the Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre in Surrey and will offer visitors a full day of live music, including headliners Sass Jordan and The Sheepdogs.
There will also be rides, a pop-up “tavern” offering beer and wine, food trucks, a kids’ zone and an Indigenous village, where guests can learn about Indigenous cultures through storytelling, music, art and dance.
When : Monday July 1st
Or: 17728 64e Avenue, Surrey
Prix: Free participation
Bard on the beach
It’s officially Bard on the Beach season, and there are two Shakespearean shows you can see at Vanier Park this weekend: Twelfth Evening and Hamlet. So sit back, relax and let the drama ensue on stage!
When : Shows all weekend
Or : Vanier Park
Prix: $55 for Wine Wednesday and $30 for show tickets
Vancouver Canadians
It’s baseball season, Vancouver! This weekend, the Vancouver Canadians will face the Hillsboro Hops on June 28, 29 and 30, as well as the Everett AquaSox on July 1.
When : Games on June 28, 29, 30 and July 1
Or : Nat Bailey Stadium
Prix: $20 +
Happy long weekend, Vancouver!
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