Editor's Pick
Kim Gordon at the Hollywood Theatre
Sonic Youth co-founder Kim Gordon brings her solo noise-art to the Hollywood — a rare chance to see a genuine rock legend up close.
Friday, 31 July
Editor's Pick
Of Monsters and Men at Queen Elizabeth Theatre
The Icelandic indie-folk band brings their sweeping, anthemic sound to QET — a rare Vancouver stop.
PRISM Pride Lesbian Hour at Numbers
Numbers Cabaret · Vancouver
Pride happy hour on the Numbers back patio — Davie Street energy, outdoor vibes, Friday night done right.
Summer Theatre Troupe: The Emperor's New Threads
Place des Arts · Coquitlam
A classic tale reimagined on stage — a gentle first theatre experience for little ones.
Mountain Yoga in Squamish - Outdoor Summer Series
Sea to Sky Gondola · Squamish
Flow through a yoga class suspended above Squamish's peaks — the gondola summit backdrop does all the convincing.
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Juke Fried Chicken 10th Anniversary Celebration
A decade of fried chicken deserves a party — expect specials, nostalgia, and a lineup out the door.
Broadway Across Canada's Clue: Live on Stage
The classic whodunit gets a full Broadway touring treatment — fun for anyone who grew up suspecting Colonel Mustard.
Speed Dating Walk Ages 27-42
Aerodynamic Forms in Space · Vancouver
Skip the apps — meet 10+ singles on a guided Seawall walk, conversation built in.
Korean with Perm & Pengu at ICBC
Two local acts bring Korean indie sounds to ICBC — a solid Friday night out for music explorers.
Dancing on the Edge Festival
A festival built around boundary-pushing contemporary dance — worth a look if you like performance that surprises.
Hiker Happy Hour
Courthaus Social · Arlington
Meet Arlington's hiking crowd over drinks before you ever hit a trail — low-key, no gear required.
Family Constellations Circle: Ancestral Healing
665 Market Hill · Vancouver
A small-group session for anyone curious about patterns inherited from family — intimate and experiential.
Saturday, 1 August
Editor's Pick
Lucha Libre Spectacular 8 - Loco Ocho
The Waldorf Hotel · Vancouver
Masked wrestlers, mariachi, tacos, and beer collide at the Waldorf for a BC long weekend blowout.
Day Hike - Bull Run Mountains (4.4 Miles)
Vienna Metro South Kiss & Ride Parking · Vienna
Carpool out to 2,500 acres of ridge trails with rare flora, old homesites, and cemetery remnants tucked into the Virginia woods.
Ace Monroe at Reston TownCenter
Reston TownCenter · Reston
Nashville rock outfit Ace Monroe brings riff-heavy, hook-loaded energy to Reston TownCenter — best for night owls, 11pm start.
Muppet Drag Show - Adult Pride Drag Brunch
Hotel At The Waldorf · Vancouver
Drag performers reimagine the Muppets in a boozy Pride brunch — absurd, campy, and exactly as good as it sounds.
Quantum Leap - 80s Tribute Band at That's Amore
THAT'S AMORE · ROCKVILLE
DMV cover band Quantum Leap brings 80s pop, rock, and R&B to That's Amore — late-night dancing in Rockville.
Vancouver Police Information Session
Vancouver Police Headquarters (2nd Floor ATRIUM) · Vancouver
Straight from HQ: learn what a career in policing actually looks like from the people doing the job.
Sunday, 2 August
Editor's Pick
Hershe Bar - Vancouver Pride Closing Party 2026
The Red Room · Vancouver
Canada's biggest queer women's party closes out Pride weekend with the energy of a true Vancouver institution.
Editor's Pick
Queers and Beers Pride Block Party
The Birdhouse · Vancouver
4th Ave closes down for a Pride block party with walk-up tickets still available on the day.
Sirens & Sailors Pride Party
Container Brewing Ltd. · Vancouver
Afternoon Pride party at a waterfront brewery — cold beer, good people, and a theme that earns its pun.
Rhythm of the Night Pride 90s Warehouse Dance Party
The Birdhouse · Vancouver
90s bangers in a warehouse venue for Pride weekend — dress up and show out.
PLUR Pride Vancouver - Rave at the Penthouse
The Penthouse Nightclub · Vancouver
Pride weekend closes at the Penthouse with a rave built on Peace, Love, Unity, Respect — late night, no kids.
Siesta Boat Party: Final Sail
Vancouver Cruises · Vancouver
The last-ever Siesta Boat Party sets sail — a proper send-off for a Vancouver summer institution.
Take a Hike! Difficult Run to Great Falls Park
Cross County Trail Access Point · Herndon
A mostly flat trail hike to Great Falls Park with one satisfying climb and views worth the effort — solid Sunday reset with good company.
Buddha-Talk Vortrag von Sylvia Wetzel
Sylvia Wetzel brings Buddhist philosophy to life in an accessible public talk — a rare chance to hear one of Germany's most respected dharma teachers.
Sunset Fraser Team Sport Festival
Thompson Community Centre · Richmond
Team sports on a summer Sunday at Thompson Community Centre — good energy for active families.
Tuesday, 4 August
Geek Out: Local AI for Software Development
Developers swap honest notes on running AI coding tools locally — hardware, models, privacy trade-offs, no sales pitch.
PNE Fright Nights Hiring Event
Covenant House Vancouver · Vancouver
Job fair for 16–30-year-olds who want to work the PNE's haunted Halloween event this fall.
Thursday, 6 August
WorkBC Information & Volunteering Fair
MOSAIC · Vancouver
Connect with local employers and volunteer orgs to build the Canadian experience that opens doors.
Thrive Together Weekly Registered Playgroup
New Westminster Family Place · New Westminster
A welcoming drop-in for caregivers and little ones (0–6) who appreciate a bit of extra support — run by people who get it.