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 things to do.

From FIFA World Cup events to Italian Day, night markets, and more, here are 43 things to see and do around the city this month. Have fun!

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Italian Day

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

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

When: Sunday, June 14, 2026
Time: Noon to 8 p.m.
Where: Commercial Drive, Vancouver
Cost: Free

Vallea Lumina

What: Vallea Lumina’s night walk lets visitors experience a heightened natural landscape of the forest through video, lighting, sound, and special effects put on by Moment Factory. On this evening excursion, the pathway through an old-growth forest lets your imagination come alive as you walk through a mysterious valley filled with enchantment.

When: Various dates
Time: Various timeslots
Where: Cougar Mountain Basecamp, Whistler
Cost: Starting at $49.99, children five and under get in for free. Purchase online

Future Geographies at the Vancouver Art Gallery

What: Future Geographies is a major exhibition at the Vancouver Art Gallery dedicated to artists making work about Climate Change. Over 35 works in a range of media created over the past 25 years will uncover the urgent relevance of sustainability and the environment as important issues of our time.

On the fourth floor, there will be an immersive forest installation presented inside a geometric dome, which transports visitors to some of BC’s last-remaining ancient forests.

When: Now until Jan. 10, 2026 (forest installation in place until Nov. 15)
Time: Regular Museum Hours
Where: Vancouver Art Gallery – 750 Hornby St., Vancouver
Admission: Various prices, purchase online

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 6 to Sept. 7, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Cultus Lake Waterpark – 4150 Columbia Valley Hwy., Cultus Lake
Cost: Various, purchase online

Orpheum Tours by Vancouver Civic Theatres

What: Vancouver Civic Theatres is hosting guided tours of the historic Orpheum theatre. The event is presented in partnership with the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame and will be sure to delight music fans, architecture enthusiasts, and history buffs.

When: June 6, July 11 and Aug. 15, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Where: The Orpheum – 601 Smithe St., Vancouver
Cost: $10 plus fees, register online

Playland 2026

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.

Playland Unlocked on opening weekend will welcome visitors with live DJs, special games and a chance to win prizes.

This year also marks the return of Playland Nights, a partnership between PNE and Feaster.

When: Select dates until Aug. 21, 2026
Time: Weekends in June from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Wednesday through Sunday in July and August from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Extended evening hours on select nights.
Where: Playland — 2901 E. Hastings St., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, season and single-day passes are on sale now. Purchase online

Grouse Gravity Coaster

What: North Vancouver’s newest attraction for adventure seekers is open at Grouse Mountain, and the Gravity Coaster is ready to serve up fresh air thrills.

Grouse Mountain’s permanent coaster spans a track length of 1,434 metres (4,700 ft.) on a downhill descent of 919 metres (3,015 ft.) and a vertical drop of 91 metres (298.5 ft.).

The Grouse Gravity Coaster is located to the skiers’ left of The Cut, weaving through a series of trees and twists before enjoying a view of the city below. Riders will be able to reach speeds up to 45 km/hr (28 m/hr).

When: Operating daily
Time: Various time slots
Where: Grouse Mountain – 6400 Nancy Greene Way, North Vancouver

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

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 27 to Sept. 7, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., weather permitting
Where: 4775 Nulelum Way, Tsawwassen
Admission: Various prices, purchase online

Mumford & Sons

What: Two-time Grammy winners Mumford & Sons are kicking off their new North American tour at Rogers Arena on Tuesday, June 2.

Mumford & Sons announced the massive summer tour on the same day as the release of their latest album, Prizefighter.

The group is closing in on 20 years since they made their debut, and they’ve had some huge career highlights. The English folk rockers have won two Brit Awards, four Billboard Music Awards, and a Juno along the way.

When: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Tickets for sale online

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 6, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Hastings Street, between Gamma Avenue and Boundary Road, Burnaby
Cost: Free

Car Free Day Surrey

What: The fifth-annual Car Free Day Surrey, hosted by the Newton Business Improvement Association, is happening on Saturday, June 6, along 137th Street. The day-long event will feature live entertainment, family-friendly activities, food vendors, and more.

Music lovers will find lots to enjoy during the free street party, including live dance, concert performances, and DJs.

When: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Time: Noon to 8 p.m.
Where: 137th Street, Surrey (between 72A Avenue and 74th Avenue)
Cost: Free

Vancouver Retro Gaming Expo

What: Vancouver Retro Gaming Expo (VRGE) is taking place on Saturday, June 20, at the Anvil Centre, with panels and live entertainment 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.

VRGE will also have a costume contest, video game tournaments, The Fictionals Comedy Co., and Fistfull of Kicks improv shows, a Fandom Trivia, and There Is No Easy Mode quiz panels, gaming tournaments, and more.

When: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Anvil Centre – 777 Columbia St., New Westminster
Admission: $28.57, purchase online

The Vancouver Vice Tour

What: Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours presents a deep dive into the gritty history of the city’s West End neighbourhood in the ’70s and ’80s.

Led by award-winning author and historian Aaron Chapman, the Vancouver Vice Tour will explore a world of turf wars, gambling dens, wiretapped hustlers, vigilante cops, and more.

When: June 13 and July 4, 2026
Time: 5 p.m.
Where: Meet at Jim Deva Plaza on Davie Street
Cost: $35, purchase online

FIFA World Cup

FIFA Fan Festival Vancouver – Amphitheatre Concert Series and Park Stage free concert series

What: Soccer fans from around the world are coming to Vancouver this summer for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and so are some of music’s biggest artists.

FIFA Fan Festival Vancouver has revealed the amphitheatre concert series lineup at the PNE, with the ticketed events being part of a massive transformation of the PNE into a “FIFA World Cup hub” with “family-focused entertainment to immersive fan activities for all ages.”

Organizers have also revealed more than 60 free performances at the Park Stage this summer, joining the music lineup for the 28 days of live entertainment at Hastings Park.

When: Various dates from June 11 to July 19, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Freedom Mobile Arch at the PNE — 2901 E. Hastings St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Game Days at South Flats

What: Game Days turns 1155 East 6th Ave. into Vancouver’s free, open-air home for the international soccer tournament. Catch matches on a big outdoor screen alongside live entertainment between games, food trucks, a beer garden, covered first-come, first-served seating, and a kids’ zone.

Running June 11 to 13 and June 18 to 21, with hours based on the match schedule. Reserve free tickets in advance.

When: June 11 to 13 and June 18 to 21, 2026
Time: Various times. Hours based on the match schedule (found on the website).
Where: 1155 East 6th Ave., Vancouver
Tickets: Free, reserve entry tickets online

Soccer & Technology from the FIFA Museum exhibit at Science World

What: Science World will fully embrace the FIFA World Cup spirit inside its walls, hosting an official soccer-themed exhibition from the FIFA Museum in Zurich, Switzerland.

Through five interactive zones — Broadcasting and Media, Intelligent Data, Refereeing and Fair Play, Staging the Game, and the Innovation Lab — guests will experience the tools shaping how soccer is played, officiated, watched, and understood.

When: Now until Sept. 7, 2026
Time: Science World operating hours
Where: Science World — 1455 Quebec St., Vancouver
Admission: Science World admission fees

Parallel 49 Viewing Party

What: Parallel 49 is transforming its 250-seat patio and event space into an outdoor viewing area for all of the games this June and July. Invite your friends to join you in checking out the giant 14-foot high-def TV during the no-cover-charge event, complete with access to the full beer list, 40 taps, delicious food, and cocktail menu.

There will be a live DJ on all Fridays and Saturdays from when the last game ends until late to keep the good times and the party going. Get there early to get your spot at a table or on the bleachers.

When: June 11 to July 19, 2026
Time: Open daily from 11 a.m. until late. Also open early for all of the 9 a.m. games.
Where: Parallel 49 Brewing Company – 1950 Triumph St., Vancouver
Cost: Free admission

Game Day Happenings at Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown

What: The Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown’s Game Day Happenings highlight an elevated experience during the FIFA World Cup 2026, featuring special food and beverage offerings, themed cocktails, exclusive dining features like the Chef’s Burger & Brew for $22, and a fan zone in the lobby.

Enjoy a lively atmosphere with curated menus, extended happy hour, and convenient access to match-day excitement, along with a Match Day Package that includes champagne, breakfast for two, and added touches designed to elevate the game-day experience, with options to reserve in advance for the best experience.

When: Now available until end of FIFA World Cup 2026
Where: Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown – 1128 West Hastings St., Vancouver
Cost: Happy Hour pricing varies. Chef’s Burger & Brew – $22. Match Day Package – room rate based on date & room type chosen. More info online

PROLINE House Pop-Up at Butcher & Bullock

What: The PROLINE House Pop-Up at Butcher and Bullock is the place to get the games, where you can have the ultimate soccer experience. Pop-up dates above will have over $15,000 in giveaways each day, with PROLINE swag bags given out to the first 100 people, and each day will have a grand prize package worth over $1,000.

To get in on the action, make a reservation for pop-up event days. For every $5 bet placed, you’ll receive a ballot for the grand prize giveaway and enjoy the game. That’s not all, there will be a number of other activation components and ways to win great items like PROLINE Swag, Team Canada Jerseys, balls, scarves, and more while watching all the action on the new 17-foot big screen TV, with fans and rivals alike.

When: Multiple dates: June 12, 13, 18, 21, 24, 26, and July 2 and 7, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Butcher & Bullock – 911 W. Pender St., Vancouver
Cost: Free, reservations online

Canada House by Coca-Cola

What: Canada House by Coca-Cola at the Shark Club is your place for World Cup 2026 action.

Every match will be shown wall-to-wall on big screens with sound, creating a stadium-like viewing experience where fans can gather, celebrate, and support Canada and all countries during the competition, with prizes and giveaways available throughout the entire tournament.

When: Daily until July 17, 2026
Time: Covering all games morning to night (schedule varies based on game times)
Where: Shark Club – 180 W. Georgia St, Vancouver
Cost: Free admission, reservations online

Soccer in the Square 2026 Watch Party at Wesbrook Village, UBC

What: UBC Properties Trust brings the excitement of the global soccer stage to Wesbrook Village with Soccer in the Square, a free, all-ages outdoor viewing experience.

From June 11 to July 19, catch live matches on the big screen at Norman MacKenzie Square, where fans can gather under a shaded tent with picnic seating to cheer on their favourite teams.

Expect a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with picnic tables, leashed pups welcome, and easy access to takeout from nearby eateries. With space for up to 150 guests, plus movies, music, and entertainment between matches, it’s a festive community hangout all tournament long.

When: Various dates from June 11 to July 19, 2026
Time: Various times when games are on
Where: Norman MacKenzie Square, Wesbrook Village, UBC
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 watch 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 FC

What: Vancouver FC continues its Canadian Premier League season at Willoughby Community Park this month. Home games at the Langley Events Centre include Athletico Ottawa on June 5 and Pacific FC on June 14.

When: June 5 and 14, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. (June 5), 3 p.m. (June 14)
Where: The Stadium at the Langley Events Centre – 7782 200th St., Langley Township
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Vancouver Rise

What: Vancouver Rise continue their Northern Super League season this month with a match against Ottawa Rapid on June 14 and AFC Toronto on June 28 at Swangard Stadium.

When: June 14 and 28, 2026
Time: 2 p.m.
Where: Swangard Stadium — 6100 Boundary Rd., Burnaby
Cost: Various; purchase online

Bon appetite

The Sutton Place Hotel 40th Anniversary Brunch

What: To celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver, Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar is hosting an exclusive brunch for a limited time.

This special experience is a modern take on a beloved Vancouver tradition with a refined three-course brunch, blending Boulevard’s signature culinary style with a nostalgic nod to the hotel’s iconic Chocoholic buffet. 

Reimagined by three-time winner of Canada’s Best Pastry Chef, Kenta Takahashi, it features an indulgent spread of house-made desserts, signature bonbons, and a chocolate fountain.

When: June 6 to 7, 2026
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Boulevard Kitchen and Oyster Bar — 845 Burrard St., Vancouver
Cost: $118 per adult, $58 per child (plus tax and gratuity), reserve online

The Perfect Bite

What: Time to pick up your magnifying glass, detectives. An official Netflix murder mystery dinner continues its run in 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 August 2026
Time 7 p.m.
Where: Glowbal — 590 West Georgia St., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, including individual tickets, tables of four, and VIP. More info online

North Vancouver’s Shipyards Night Market

What: North Vancouver’s Shipyards Night Market (SYNM) is celebrating its 13th anniversary in Lower Lonsdale in 2026. 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. 11, 2026
Time: 3 to 10 p.m.
Where: The Shipyards — 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Cost: Free

Junction Public Market

What: Vancouver’s open-air container market is back, and you won’t want to miss the fun. Now in its third year, the free-to-enter downtown market and hub has over 30 new vendors this year, in addition to live entertainment and community events throughout the summer.

When: Now until Sept. 7, 2026
Time: Open Tuesday through Sunday at varying times
Where: 200 Granville St. 
Cost: Free admission

Richmond Night Market

What: The Richmond Night Market is returning this month, and with it, it’ll be bringing the world’s first night market zipline, an all-new Trading Card Zone, and over 500 food items to try.

The theme for this year’s market is “Little Wonder World,” which the market describes as a “dazzling, globe-trotting adventure filled with iconic landmark decorations, vibrant displays, and a stunning themed wall designed for unforgettable moments.” There will also be a giant soccer display.

When: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holiday Mondays until Sept. 20, 2026
Time: From 7 p.m.
Where: 2431 Number 3 Rd., Richmond
Cost: $7 general admission, $40 Zoom pass. Free for children under 7 years and seniors 60 years and up

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 5, July 17, Aug. 7, and Sept. 4, 2026
Time: Starting at 3 p.m.
Where: 14970 Marine Dr., White Rock

Enjoy the arts

Queer Arts Festival

What: Queer Arts Festival is an annual artist-run transdisciplinary celebration in Vancouver. This year’s event is themed On the Edge and includes a community art show, drag, a queer clothing swap, live concerts, and more throughout the month of June.

When: June 5 to 30, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Various venues
Admission: Free and ticketed events. Purchase online

Exploration Blank at The Improv Centre

What: If you need an escape this spring that’s truly out of this world, the funny folks at The Improv Centre (TIC) on Granville Island are ready to help you blast off with its latest comedy show.

The improv theatre company presents Exploration Blank, a family-friendly sci-fi show with the cast exploring strange new worlds, discovering alien civilizations, and more, all based on audience suggestions to power the improv minigames performed live onstage.

When: Fridays and Saturdays until Saturday, June 27, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Improv Centre — 1502 Duranleau St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Smut Slam

What: Smut Slam, the adult-only storytelling open mic, was created by award-winning playwright, performer, sex activist, and educator Cameryn Moore. Consenting Slammers sign up at the event to tell a five-minute dirty story, based on real life.

The audience can also ask a question or share a confession in the F-BUCKET, which will be anonymously read out on stage. The open and inclusive event is hosted by DD Brassiere.

When: Friday, June 19 (Vancouver) and Tuesday, June 23 (Langley)
Time: 8 to 10 p.m.
Where: Farm Country Brewing Inc. – 20555 56th Ave. #5, Langley; Chill Pill Comedy – 2270 Manitoba St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Guzheng & Tea

What: 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
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

Bard on the Beach

What: Bard on the Beach is one of Canada’s largest not-for-profit, professional Shakespeare festivals. Presented in a magnificent setting on the waterfront in Vancouver’s Vanier Park, the festival offers Shakespeare’s plays, related dramas, and several special events from June through September each year.

When: June 9 to Sept. 19, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Vanier Park – 1695 Whyte Ave., Vancouver
Cost: Various, purchase online

Vancouver Francophone Summer Festival

What: The 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 Alpha Yaya Diallo, Deo Munyakanzi, Reza Abaee, and Ensemble Absinthe on Saturday, June 20; and Etran de L’Aïr on Sunday, June 28.

When: Now until June 28, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Various locations
Tickets: Ticketed and free events, purchase online

Vancouver Jazz Festival

What: The Vancouver International Jazz Festival‘s extensive lineup for its 41st anniversary event runs from June 19 to July 5. There will be more than 175 performances and events, including dozens of free shows with diverse programming on stages throughout the city.

When: June 19 to July 5, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Various venues across Vancouver
Tickets: Free and ticketed events

Farmers Markets in Metro Vancouver

Trout Lake Farmers Market

What: 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. 31, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Lakewood Drive and East 13th Avenue, Vancouver

West End Market

What: The West End’s charming, community-minded farmers market is open on Saturdays. Grab a coffee, peek at the adjacent community garden, and stock up on a vast array of locally grown foods.

When: Every Saturday until Oct. 31, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Comox Street (between Bute and Thurlow), Vancouver

Ambleside Farmers Market

What: This popular seasonal Farmers Market takes place in Ambleside Park, at the foot of 13th Street, until September. Pick up fresh local food and goods from crafters and food artisans at this West Vancouver gathering spot.

When: Every Sunday until Sept. 13, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Ambleside Park – 1000 Argyle Ave. (the end of 13th Street), West Vancouver

Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market

What: The Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market will be operating on select Sundays in the parking lot of the Steveston Community Centre. The events will feature a mix of stalls, including food vendors, artists, and craftspeople.

When: June 1 and 15, July 13 and 27, Aug. 17 and 31, and Sept. 14 and 28, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Garry Point Park — Southwest corner of Richmond between Chatham and Moncton Street on 7th Avenue, Richmond

Southlands Tsawwassen Market

What: This Delta farmers market features local produce, sweet treats, blooms, bevies, artisans, live music, food trucks and more. There will also be themed celebrations on select dates throughout the season.

When: Every other Saturday until Nov. 7, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Market Square, Southlands – 6313 Market Ave., Delta

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