20 fantastic things to do in Vancouver this week: August 22 to 28
We’re heading towards the end of August, so let’s not waste a single moment of fun!
Plan your week with our rundown of 20 great events happening in and around Vancouver from August 22 to 28, including Italian Day at Grandview Park, Black Block Party, Pet-A-Palooza, and more.
And for more fun things happening around town be sure to check out our Listed section.
Evo Summer Cinema Series at Stanley Park
What: Get your blankets and favourite snacks ready, because outdoor movies with Fresh Air Cinema and Evo Car Share in Stanley Park are returning this summer. Hundreds of people will gather every Tuesday on the Grand Lawn at Ceperley Meadows near Second Beach to watch Hollywood hits and family favourites on the giant four-storey inflatable movie screen.
The final movie night is going to be particularly special as they are playing the film Grease in memory of Olivia Newton-John.
When: Every Tuesday until August 23, 2022
Time: 8 to 11 pm, screenings begin at dusk
Where: Ceperley Meadows near Second Beach – 8502 Stanley Park Drive, Vancouver
Cost: Free, VIP seating available online
Italian Day at Grandview Park
Italian Day/Facebook
What: Italian Day in Grandview Park will bring pizza, pasta, and partygoers together at Grandview Park on Commercial Drive.
The mini version of the beloved cultural street festival will feature everything that longtime attendees will enjoy, including live performances, all-ages activities, vendors, and of course, delicious food!
When: August 28, 2022
Time: 12 to 9 pm
Where: Grandview Park — 1657 Charles Street, Vancouver
Cost: Free
LaSalle College Vancouver: Open House
What: LaSalle College Vancouver invites you to discover why hundreds of students choose them every year to pursue the career of their dreams.
Attend the free In-Person Open House on Saturday, August 27 from 10 am to 12 pm to learn about LaSalle College Vancouver’s different schools and the over 35 programs offered. It’s a great opportunity to connect with their passionate instructors and the college’s team. Plus you can explore the cutting-edge online and on-campus facilities and ask any questions you may have.
A virtual open house will also be offered on the same date and time, with attendees able to take a virtual campus tour, view program introductions, and meet program directors and the admissions team in several chat rooms. Online one-on-one consultations with one of LaSalle College Vancouver’s admissions advisors can also be scheduled.
When: August 27, 2022
Time: 10 am to 12 pm
Where: LaSalle College Vancouver — 2665 Renfrew Street, Vancouver, or online (link will be sent after registration)
Cost: Free
Theatre Under the Stars: Something Rotten! and We Will Rock You
What: Theatre Under the Stars’ (TUTS) 2022 season and 81st year at the Malkin Bowl will feature stunning musical productions of Something Rotten! and We Will Rock You. The shows will run alternate evenings until August 27.
When: Now until August 27, 2022 (performances alternate evenings)
Time: 8 pm
Where: Malkin Bowl in Stanley Park – 610 Pipeline Road
Tickets: Various, purchase online
Ukranian Day at Chilliwack Sunflower Festival 2022
Chilliwack Sunflower Festival/Facebook
What: Chilliwack Sunflower Festival draws hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, and on Thursday, August 25, it will be hosting a special fundraiser in support of Ukraine.
All ticket sales purchased for that date will be donated to the Humanitarian Emergency Response Operations Society (HERO). HERO is a registered not-for-profit society in Canada and a registered charity in Ukraine that is 100% volunteer-operated to provide humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and emergency response support around the world. Additional support will also be raised for the Maple Hope Foundation, a registered Canadian non-profit raising money to support Ukraine.
Attendees will be able to stroll over three kilometres of pathways and discover 50 varieties of sunflowers planted in three display gardens. There will also be plenty of chances to grab an Insta-worthy photo. Photo props are spread around the site including an operational windmill, three vintage bicycles, and a 1950s Morris convertible.
When: Ukranian Day is on August 25. Festival is on until September 5, 2022
Time: Various time slots per day
Where: 41310 Royalwood Drive, Chilliwack
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Vancouver Canadians
What: Baseball is Back #AtTheNat! Join the Vancouver Canadians all summer long and cheer on the future of the Blue Jays. You can enjoy the game while enjoying hot dogs, burgers, popcorn, and all other ballpark favourites along with a cold beer. Plus don’t miss the exciting theme nights.
The Vancouver Canadians are playing a series against the Hilsboro Hops from August 23 to 28, and you won’t want to miss PlayNow Tuesday, RBC We Care Wednesday supporting Boys and Girls Clubs of South Coast BC, and Throwback Thursday Youth Baseball Night presented by Rogers. Note that games from Friday to Sunday have already sold out.
When: August 23 to 28, 2022 (games from Friday to Sunday have already sold out.)
Time: Gates open at 6 pm, first pitch at 7:05 pm (Tuesday to Thursday, Saturday), Gates open at 12 pm, first pitch at 1:05 pm (Friday and Sunday)
Where: Nat Bailey Stadium – 4601 Ontario Street, Vancouver
Cost: Select tickets available and start at $20; tickets can be purchased online, over the phone (604 872 5232), or at Nat Bailey Box Office. Admission: $20 Reserved Grandstand / $25 Box Seat / $32 WestJet Premium Plus Zone; Group discounts are also available.
Black Block Party 2022
What: The first Black Block Party, organized by community leader and activist takes place in šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square, also known as the north plaza of the Vancouver Art Gallery
The free event features live performances by Black artists, artisan shopping and food vendors, an art installation, prizes, and more. There will be an open jam session where attendees can join in on the music-making. A short panel discussion with inspiring community speakers will also be held on the theme of taking up space and mental health.
When: August 27, 2022
Time: 1 to 9 pm
Where: šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square – 850 W Georgia Street, Vancouver
Cost: Free
Granville Promenade 2022
Granville Promenade (Gabriel Martins/Submitted
What: Granville Promenade, presented by the Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association, is happening every weekend in August in the Granville Entertainment District.
This year’s outdoor festival is free to the public thanks to the support of community sponsor Telus Mobility. Attendees of Granville Promenade will enjoy live music, street entertainment, patios, art, and markets. DVBIA will also give away prizes from local businesses.
Visitors will also want to check out Granville Promenade often as each day of the event will feature a different “theme” to discover.
When: Every Saturday and Sunday in August
Time: 1 to 7 pm
Where: Granville Entertainment District – Granville Street between Smithe Street and Helmcken Street
Cost: Free
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Nashville SC
What: Vancouver Whitecaps wrap up their August MLS schedule with a match against Nashville SC on August 27. Head down early for the pre-game Warmup at the Terry Fox Plaza, with live entertainment, food and drink specials, and more.
When: August 27, 2022
Time: 7 pm
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
Cost: Various, purchase online
Puppy Piazza for International Dog Day at McArthurGlen Outlet
What: McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Aiport is hosting an afternoon of treats, toys, pet portraits, and more for its first annual Puppy Piazza. Celebrate International Dog Day by getting a complimentary portrait with your puppy. Donations to the BCSPCA are also being accepted, though are not required. And Vancouver Pet Photography will be on-site to snap photos of you with your furry friend.
When: August 26, 2022
Time: 12 to 4 pm
Where: McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport — 1000-7899 Templeton Station Road
Admission: Free
Punjabi Market Live
Punjabi Market Collective/Submitted
What: In partnership with the Punjabi Market Collective, the Monsoon Festival of Performing Arts is bringing dance, music, poetry, cuisine, family activities, and more to the streets of Vancouver’s historic Punjabi Market for a free outdoor celebration. Featuring performances by Jugpreet Bajwa, Robyn Sandhu, Coastal Wolf Pack and others, with DJ Element spinning the latest tracks throughout the day.
Hi Class Food Truck (traditional North Indian food) and Namaste Food Lovers (Indo-Chinese fusion food) will be on location, with Hi Class also serving free jalebis (Indian sweet). There are lots of great restaurants and shops to discover in the neighbourhood as well.
When: August 28, 2022
Time: 2 to 6 pm
Where: Main Street and 49th Avenue in the parking lot behind Tim Hortons
Admission: Free
Backstreet Boys
What: Rise-up, ’90s kids — the Backstreet Boys are coming to Vancouver for a larger-than-life performance this week as part of their DNA World Tour. The world tour comes two years after releasing the eponymous platinum album DNA in 2019.
A docu-series about the making of this Backstreet Boys tour will also be available on the band’s official YouTube channel.
When: August 24, 2022
Time: 7:30 pm
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, purchase online
Broadway Across Canada – Come From Away
Come From Away (Matthew Murphy/Submitted)
What: Come From Away is about the true story of a small town in Newfoundland that welcomed the world.
The musical of the extraordinary tale of 7,000 stranded passengers and the townspeople that opened their doors to them has won multiple awards, including a Tony, three Drama Desk Awards, and four Olivier Awards. Come From Away’s original Broadway cast recording was also nominated for a Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album.
When: August 26 to 28, 2022
Time: 8 pm (Thursday to Saturday), 2 pm (Saturday), 2 pm and 7:30 pm (Sunday)
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre — 630 Hamilton Street, Vancouver
Cost: Various, purchase online
BC Lions vs Saskatchewan Roughriders
What: BC Lions take on the Saskatchewan Roughriders on August 26 at BC Place. Fans will also want to check out the Backyard Block Party at Robson and Beatty and on Terry Fox Plaza to enjoy pre-game entertainment, food and drinks, and more.
When: August 26, 2022
Time: 7:30 pm
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
Cost: Various, purchase online
Music on the Mountain
What: Head to the Altitudes Sky Deck at Grouse Mountain every Sunday this summer to enjoy live music by local artists, plus drink specials.
When: Every Sunday until September 4, 2022
Time: 6:30 pm-9 pm (Set 1: 6:30-7:30 pm/Set 2: 8 pm-9 pm)
Where: Grouse Mountain (Altitudes Bistro) – 6400 Nancy Greene Way, North Vancouver
Tickets/Admissions: $25 Sunset Rate after 7 pm (online offer only); $69 for full-day Mountain Admission tickets; $59 for full-day Local Mountain Admission tickets. Purchase online
Pet-A-Palooza 2022
Pet-a-Palooza pool party / Pet-a-Palooza
What: Pet-a-Palooza, the West Coast’s largest outdoor pet festival, will feature a 120-foot pool party, a drive-through window with a variety of delicious treats, and puppy-friendly yoga. Jean Huang and her dog Ou Zai will also be putting on an art show titled Chewed Up! An Art Show for Dogs, by a Dog.
The highlight of the event is the dog races, categories will include English bulldogs, French bulls, wieners, and corgis.
When: August 28, 2022
Time: 11 am to 4 pm
Where: 1100 Mainland Street, Vancouver
Cost: Free
Meet Me in Gastown
What: Gastown Business Improvement Society hosts a community celebration featuring the Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra and an astounding Light Show as part of their Gastown Thursday Nights series. Everyone is invited to enjoy dinner at a neighbourhood restaurant and discover the local shops while taking in the live entertainment.
When: August 25, 2022
Time: 5 to 9:30 pm
Where: 1 Alexander Street, Gastown, Vancouver
Cost: Free
Dragon Zone Paddling Club – Intro to Kayak
What: Get out onto the water with Dragon Zone Paddling Club’s Intro to Kayaking course. First-time paddlers will learn the fundamental skills and knowledge to paddle in protected waters from experienced and certified kayaking instructors.
No experience is necessary and gear and boat are provided. Participants do not need to know how to swim to take the course. However, they must wear the supplied personal floatation device. For ages 12 and up, with youth aged 12 to 18 are recommended to be accompanied by an adult.
There is also a free Community Paddling Day on is Saturday, August 27, Summer Paddling Camp for ages 8 to 12 starting on August 29, and kayak rentals available daily,
When: Every Monday until September 26, 2022
Time: 5 to 7 pm
Where: Creekside Community Centre – 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver
Cost: $109, register online
The Weeknd
What: The Weeknd is coming to Vancouver as part of the After Hours Til Dawn tour of North America on August 23. Expect to hear a bunch of his biggest hits, including “Take My Breath” and “Blinding Lights”.
When: August 23, 2022
Time: 6:30 pm
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, purchase online
Riverside Street Vibe
What: The first annual Riverside Street Vibe in Vancouver’s River District features a variety of food trucks, market vendors, live music, and live art. There will also be face painting for the little ones to enjoy.
When: August 27, 2022
Time: 1 to 6 pm
Where: East Kent Avenue North, between Rivergrass Drive and Boundary Road, Vancouver
Cost: Free
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