More than 40 fun and fantastic things to do in Vancouver in June

June has arrived, summer is just around the corner, and Metro Vancouver is filled with fantastic events to check out.

From Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival to Italian Day, Cirque du Soleil, and more, here are 42 things to see and do around the city this month. Have fun!

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Italian Day 2025

What: Let your tastebuds start tingling! Vancouver’s annual celebration of Italian culture, heritage, and community returns this spring.

Thousands of Vancouverites will take over Commercial Drive as it transforms into a 14-block car-free zone. There will be plenty of merchants, food vendors, and entertainment to discover throughout the day-long event.

When: June 8, 2025
Time: Noon to 8 p.m.
Where: Commercial Drive (Venables Street to Grandview Highway), Vancouver
Cost: Free

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5X Festival Blockparty

What: Canada’s largest South Asian youth event will kick off this year’s festivities with a free outdoor celebration in June.

5X Festival Blockparty, taking place at Surrey Civic Plaza on June 14, features a concert lineup of some of the finest South Asian musical and artistic talents. The all-ages, outdoor event also includes art installations, a vendor village, and food and drink vendors.

When: June 14, 2025
Time: 4 p.m. start
Where: Surrey Civic Plaza – 13450 104th Ave., Surrey
Cost: Free, RSVP online

Vancouver Retro Gaming Expo 2025

What: Vancouver Retro Gaming Expo (VRGE) is taking place on Saturday, June 14, at the Anvil Centre in New Westminster, with panels, free-play areas, and live entertainment happening throughout the day.

Attendees at the Anvil Centre can shop dozens of different vendors offering everything from clearance bin deals to collectable rarities, retro gaming-themed art, and more.

When: June 14, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Anvil Centre – 777 Columbia St., New Westminster
Admission: $25, purchase online. Children under 10 are free with the purchase of an adult ticket

Cirque du Soleil’s Crystal

What: Crystal, Cirque Du Soleil’s first-ever acrobatic performance on ice, is coming to the Pacific Coliseum for six shows from June 4 to 8, 2025.

The first Cirque production to use real snow will showcase banquine, aerial straps, hand-to-trapeze, juggling, hand balancing and more during each performance.

When: June 4 to 8, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Pacific Coliseum at the PNE – 2901 E Hastings St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Mikey’s Run

What: Mikey’s Run, on Sunday, June 29, is a fundraiser for HeadsUpGuys, a free online mental health support platform. Registration is open now, and participants will receive several great perks.

The event is also in honour of a great friend and a passionate runner who poured his energy into everything he did.

When: June 29, 2025
Time: Various start times
Where: Burnaby Lake Regional Park, Burnaby
Registration: Online

Orpheum Tours by Vancouver Civic Theatres

What: Get your cameras ready because you can explore one of Vancouver’s most beautiful concert halls this spring.

When: June 14, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Where: Orpheum – 601 Smithe St., Vancouver
Cost: $10 plus fees, register online

Richmond Night Market 2025

When: The Richmond Night Market is officially open for its 2025 season. This highly anticipated event is the largest night market in North America.

This year is extra special because it marks the 25th anniversary of the market, and there will be some special offers for visitors to celebrate. One of these special offers is the return of its popular Summer Happy Hour with special food and drink deals that are all under $10.

When: Now through Oct. 13, 2025; The night market will be open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holiday Mondays
Where: 8351 River Rd., Richmond

Cultus Lake Waterpark

What: Cultus Lake opened in 1984 and is locally owned and operated. Adventurous sliders will want to slap on the waterproof sunscreen and enjoy the Valley of Fear, Bazooka Bowls, or the Freefall tower. Families and young ones can also experience Tots’ Castle, Pirates Cove, and Western Canada’s biggest waterslide, the Colossal Canyon family raft ride.

After you’ve built up an appetite, grab some food from the in-park vendors, including the pineapple Dole Whip soft serve, poutine plunge, and cheeseburgers. Then relax at one of the 150+ shaded and sheltered picnic areas.

When: June 7 to Sept. 1, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Cultus Lake Waterpark – 4150 Columbia Valley Hwy., Cultus Lake
Cost: Various, purchase online

Vancouver Aquarium presents Survival of the Slowest

What: Vancouver Aquarium’s new exhibit, Survival of the Slowest, celebrates all things slow in the animal kingdom by giving you a sneak peek behind some of nature’s most inventive creatures. From now until Monday, Sept. 1, this limited-time exhibit lets you step into a world where being slow, small, and even weak can be a powerful survival strategy.

Throughout the exhibit, you can dive into interactive displays to uncover how these naturally slow critters, like the two-toed sloth, have adapted to survive in the wild. Relax into daily Slow & Tell animal presentations so you can chill with the coolest sluggish creatures like the four-toed hedgehog and the armoured armadillo.

When: Now until Sept. 1, 2025
Where: Vancouver Aquarium — 845 Avison Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Tickets are on sale now starting at $41.95

Vancouver Francophone Summer Festival 2025

What: Vancouver Francophone Summer Festival is hosting a huge lineup of concerts, and you don’t have to be a Francophone enthusiast to attend, either.

Some of the acclaimed performers in this year’s lineup include Missy D, Vallée Des Loups and Soleil Launière, and free outdoor concerts with Waahli and guests

When: June 11 to 21, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Various locations
Tickets: Ticketed and free events, purchase online

Burnaby Central Railway

What: Burnaby Central Railway is welcoming passengers to climb aboard its 3-km track near Confederation Park every weekend until this fall. Your ride will take you across tunnels, bridges and viaducts. And while you’re there, stop by the ever-growing Garden Railway.

British Columbia Society of Model Engineers (BCSME) built and operates the mini railway, with three different types of locomotives pulling the rideable trains.

When: Weekends and stat holidays through Thanksgiving weekend
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: 120 N Willingdon Ave., Burnaby
Cost: $4.50 for a single ride for all passengers three years old and up. $40 for a 10-ride pass

40th Annual Vancouver Jazz Festival

What: The Vancouver International Jazz Festival‘s extensive lineup for its 40th anniversary event runs from Friday, June 20, to Tuesday, July 1. Over 12 days, there will be more than 150 performances and events, including dozens of free shows with diverse programming on stages throughout the city.

New this year is the Bentall Centre Happy Hour Series on the Dunsmuir Patio at Bentall Centre. Every afternoon from 4 to 6 p.m. from June 23 to July 27, the festival is hosting free concerts from musical acts like Parlour Panther, Colin Sankey Band, and Kristin Fung.

The 2025 Vancouver International Jazz Festival wraps up on July 1 with a free concert series at Ocean Artworks on Granville Island.

When: June 20 to July 1, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Various venues across Vancouver
Tickets: Free and ticketed events

Playland 2025

What: There are over 30 rides and attractions to enjoy at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park, ranging from family-fun rides to extreme, heart-racing attractions.

Prepare yourself for the sky-high Atmosfear, the timeless Wooden Roller Coaster, and of course, The Beast — the massive pendulum that stands 12 storeys tall and swings at speeds of 90 km/h.

You’ll be working up an appetite with all there is to see and do at Playland this year, so it’s a good thing the park is serving up fan favourites like hot dogs, mini donuts, and more!

When: Select dates from until Aug. 15, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Playland — 2901 East Hastings St., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, season and single-day passes are on sale now. Purchase online

White Rock Night Market

What: The White Rock Night Market returns for another year with an incredible lineup of food tents, local artisans, live entertainment, lawn games, face painting, and the best sunset views in town.

When: June 6, July 18, Aug. 8, and Sept. 5
Time: Starting at 3 p.m.
Where: 14970 Marine Dr., White Rock

Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival

What: Over 100,000 visitors and racers are expected to attend the city’s biggest Dragon Boat celebration. The two-day event will include the international dragon boat races and an expanded range of programming, and free concerts throughout the day.

When: June 20 to 22, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Concord Pacific Place, Creekside Park, and False Creek, Vancouver
Admission: Free

Hats Off Day

What: The long-running free festival, which is called Hats Off Day because it’s a day for local businesses to “take their hats off” to their community, features live performances, kid-friendly activities, a show and shine, and, of course, plenty of delicious food.

Organized by the Burnaby Heights Merchants Association, as well as the Hats Off committee and the Burnaby Heights community, the 12-block event is expected to draw up to 50,000 visitors to the area.

When: June 7, 2025
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Hastings Street, between Gamma Avenue and Boundary Road, Burnaby
Cost: Free

North Vancouver’s Shipyards Night Market

What: North Vancouver’s Shipyards Night Market (SYNM) is celebrating its 12th anniversary in Lower Lonsdale in 2025. The popular free event takes place every Friday and features a beer garden, live music, market vendors and food trucks.

When: Every Friday until Sept. 12, 2025
Time: 3 to 10 p.m.
Where: The Shipyards — 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Cost: Free

BC Lions Concert Kickoff with Snoop Dogg

What: The BC Lions have outdone themselves again, as Snoop Dogg will perform at their home opener this month.

When: June 7, 2025
Time: Concert begins at 5:45 p.m., game kick off at 7 p.m.
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Cost: Tickets to the game, which include access to the concert, are available for $39.25 via Ticketmaster.

Big Splash Water Park

What: Big Splash Water Slide Park in Tsawwassen is reopening for the summer season on Saturday, June 28. The seven-acre resort-style park features 13 body and tube slides, a kids’ zone, hot tubs, and more to help you beat the heat.

Big Splash’s highlight is the Boomerango, an exhilarating tube slide with a six-story drop. According to the park, it’s the only one of its kind in Western Canada.

When: June 28 to September 1, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., weather permitting
Where: 4775 Nulelum Way, Tsawwassen
Admission: Various prices, purchase online

Car Free Day Surrey 2025

What: The fourth-annual Car Free Day Surrey, hosted by the Newton Business Improvement Association, is happening on Saturday, June 7, along 137th Street. The day-long event will feature live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and more.

Of course, a street party wouldn’t be complete without delicious food, and guests can look forward to treats like burgers, mini donuts, kettle corn, and spiral potatoes from a variety of local vendors.

When: June 7, 2025
Time: Noon to 8 p.m.
Where: 137th Street, Surrey (Between 72A Avenue and 74th Avenue)
Cost: Free

Cheer on the home teams

Vancouver Canadians

What: Baseball is Back #AtTheNat! Join the Vancouver Canadians all season 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.

When: Various dates
Time: Various start times
Where: Nat Bailey Stadium – 4601 Ontario St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online at CanadiansBaseball.com

Vancouver Whitecaps

What: Vancouver Whitecaps continue their MLS season this month with several exciting home games at BC Place. Cheer on the ‘Caps as they face Seattle Sounders on June 8 and San Diego FC on June 25.

When: June 8 and 25, 2025
Time: 6 p.m. (June 8), 7:30 p.m. (June 25)
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online

Vancouver FC

What: Vancouver FC continue their Canadian Premier League season at Willoughby Community Park in June. The lone home game at the Langley Events Centre this month is Forge FC on June 15.

When: June 15, 2025
Time: 1 p.m.
Where: Willoughby Community Park at the Langley Events Centre – 7782 200th St., Langley Township
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

BC Lions

What: BC Lions’ CFL season roars on at BC Place with games against the Edmonton Elks on June 7 and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on June 21.

When: June 7 and 21, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. (June 7), 4 p.m. (June 21)
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Cost: Various, purchase online

Vancouver Rise

What: Vancouver Rise continue their inaugural Northern Super League season this month with games against AFC Toronto on June 11 and Montreal Roses on June 22.

When: June 11 and 22, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. (June 11), 1 p.m. (June 22)
Where: Swangard Stadium — 6100 Boundary Rd., Burnaby
Cost: Various; purchase online

Vancouver Bandits

What: Vancouver Bandits bring Canadian Elite Basketball League action to the Langley Events Centre this month! They take on the Ottawa Blackjacks on June 6, the Montreal Alliance on June 14, the Winnipeg Sea Bears on June 14, and the Saskatchewan Rattlers on June 28.

When: Various dates
Time: Various times
Where: Langley Events Centre – 7888 200 St., Langley
Cost: Various; purchase online

Bon appetite

The Vegan Night Market

What: From plant-based cheese to handmade ceramics, delicious spreads, and upcycled clothing, the Vegan Summer Night Markets is packed with unique items for all shopping needs. Admission is free and there will also be a variety of food trucks on-site to keep your tastebuds satisfied.

When: Every other Thursday until September 11, 2025
Time: 6 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Locarno Beach
Admission: Free

The Perfect Bite

What: Time to pick up your magnifying glass, detectives! An official Netflix murder mystery dinner is coming to Vancouver, and you’re invited to take a bite out of crime.

Secret City Adventures is collaborating with Netflix on the event, which will see guests watching a murder case unfold while deciphering clues. Of course, they will also enjoy a delicious dinner that is simply to die for.

When: Now until June 29, 2025
Time 7 p.m.
Where: Glowbal — 590 West Georgia St., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, including individual tickets, tables of 4, and VIP. More info online

Guzheng & Tea

What: 16-year-old Guzheng artist Barret Bai is filling Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden with his mastery of the 21-string instrument Guzheng on select dates this spring. Enjoy a cup of garden-blend jasmine tea and take in the traditional Chinese music with the beautiful garden backdrop.

When: Every Sunday in June 2025
Time: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden — 578 Carrall St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Sunday Brunch Buffet at Pan Pacific Vancouver

What: Pan Pacific Vancouver is serving up a mouthwatering brunch buffet every Sunday with waterfront views to accompany the eats. Enjoy classic brunch delicacies, chef-carved roasts, seasonal salads, fresh seafood and sweet treats that are sure to please all appetites.

There is also a special Father’s Day dedicated brunch on Sunday, June 15, so bring the whole family together to celebrate.

When: Every Sunday
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Pan Pacific Vancouver Hotel – 999 Canada Place, Vancouver
Reservations: Online

Cheer by the Pier 2025

What: The annual Cheer by the Pier, presented by Darwin Properties Ltd., is happening on Saturday, June 14, at The Pipe Shop in North Vancouver.

The signature summer event will treat guests to five drink tastings, a live DJ, a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, and delicious food by Northwest Culinary Academy of Vancouver.

When: June 14, 2025
Time: 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: The Pipe Shop — 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Tickets: $120 per person, purchase online

Enjoy the arts

The Return of Colin Mochrie

What: Legendary Canadian comedian Colin Mochrie is coming to Vancouver’s The Improv Centre for a limited run of shows this month, and fans won’t want to miss out.

When: June 4 to 6, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. (Wednesday to Friday), 9:30 p.m. (Thursday and Friday)
Where: The Improv Centre – 1502 Duranleau St., Vancouver
Cost: Starting at $75, purchase online

The Art of Banksy: “Without Limits”

What: Banksy has officially landed in Vancouver — and it’s the perfect excuse to visit one of the city’s most iconic neighbourhoods.

Now open in Gastown, The Art of Banksy: “Without Limits” is a captivating exhibit that invites you to discover over 200 works from the world’s most elusive street artist. This museum-quality collection features original art, prints, photographs, sculptures, installations, and murals.

Immerse yourself in interactive installations like the Infinity Room, letting you discover Banksy’s artworks through an infinite room full of mirrors. You can also step into a simulated recreation of Banksy’s biggest ever art piece, Dismaland Bemusement Park, a gritty pop-up theme park set up in Somerset, England.

When: Now until June 22, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: 1 Alexander, Gastown, Vancouver
Cost: Tickets start at $28

Queer Arts Festival

Saturday Night Laughs

What: Get your fill of funny at Saturday Night Laughs at Portland Craft Beer Bar & Restaurant. This month’s headliner is Jacob Balshin, who has performed at JFL 42, on CBC’s New Wave of Comedy, and won the I Heart Jokes Awards Newcomer of the Year.

When: June 7, 2025
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Portland Craft – 3835 Main St., Vancouver
Tickets: $15 early bird ticket plus fees, purchase online

Wu-Tang Clan

What: American hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan will play Vancouver’s Rogers Arena in June with special guests Run The Jewels.

Considered by many to be the greatest hip-hop group of all time, the band has sold over 40 million albums to date and hits include “C.R.E.A.M. (Cash Rules Everything Around Me)” and “Protect Ya Neck.”

When: June 30, 2025
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Stardust: A Diamond Heist Dance Cabaret and East Van Variety Show: A Fundraiser for WISH

What: The Cultch is hosting two great events on Thursday, June 12. In the Historic Theatre is Stardust, a bedazzling cabaret dance revue that tells the story of three rival teams of spies battling over the Stardust Diamond. Packed with gorgeous costumes, thrilling choreography, and more.

In the Vancity Culture Lab is the East Van Variety Show, a night of great live performances to raise funds for WISH Vancouver. The lineup includes magicians, comedians, storytellers, and musicians, and helps to support a great cause.

When: June 12, 2025
Time: 8 p.m. (Stardust); 7 to 9:30 pm (East Van Variety Show)
Where: The Cultch – 1895 Venables St., Vancouver
Tickets: $49+, purchase online (Stardust); $35, purchase online (East Van Variety Show)

Farmers Markets in Metro Vancouver

Trout Lake Farmers Market

This farmers’ market began back in 1995 and became the cornerstone of the Vancouver Farmers’ Market collective of markets. One of the most popular markets, Trout Lake has food trucks on-site and a variety of vendors selling fresh local produce, locally made goods, and all things food.

When: Every Saturday until Oct. 25, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Lakewood Drive and East 13th Ave., Vancouver

False Creek Farmers’ Market

See, taste, and indulge at this bustling weekday market. This market, which takes place at the Concord Community Park by the Telus World of Science, has replaced the former Main Street Farmers’ Market.

When: Every Thursday from June 5 to Oct. 2, 2025
Time: 3 to 7 p.m.
Where: Concord Community Park — 50 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver

Downtown Farmers’ Market

What: The pedestrian-friendly setting of the šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square (Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza) welcomes visitors to check out more than 25 vendors and farmers every Wednesday afternoon. Shop for produce, artisan goods, and more.

When: Every Wednesday from June 4 until December 17, 2025
Time: 2 to 6 p.m.
Where: šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square (Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza) – 750 Hornby St., Vancouver (Last four dates will move to South Plaza off Robson Street.)

Ladner Village Market

What: The Ladner Village Market takes over the heart of Ladner Village on select Sundays in the summertime. Head down to enjoy live music, tons of vendors, and much to see and taste.

When: June 8 and 22; July 6 and 20; August 10 and 24; Sept. 7 and 21, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 5028 48th Ave. (between Delta and Elliott Streets) in Ladner Village, Delta

Brentwood Farmers’ Market

What: Head to The Amazing Brentwood every Sunday to shop for farm-fresh produce, artisan crafts, baked goods and more. The event happens right on Brentwood Boulevard and also features live music to enjoy while you explore the vendors.

When: Every Sunday from June 15 to Sept. 14, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Brentwood Boulevard off Halifax Way at The Amazing Brentwood

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