20 fantastic things to do in Vancouver this week: Sept. 8 to 14

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Keith Urban

What: Country music superstar Keith Urban is bringing his latest tour to Vancouver along with platinum-selling artist Chase Matthew, chart-topping singer Alana Springsteen, and fast-rising star Karley Scott Collins.

Keith Urban has sold over 20 million albums throughout his illustrious career, thanks to hits like “Somebody Like You,” “Who Wouldn’t Wanna Be Me,” and “The Fighter” with Carrie Underwood. The four-time Grammy winner has 25 Canadian #1 songs under his belt and performed at the 2019 Grey Cup halftime show in Calgary.

When: Sept. 10, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices. Tickets for sale online

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival

What: The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival takes place in Stanley Park from Friday, Sept. 12 to Sunday, Sept. 14. With huge headliners like John Mulaney, Bert Kreischer, Trailer Park Boys, and Tony Hinchcliffe coming to Vancouver, plus a mouthwatering lineup of food vendors, it just may be one of the best days out you’ll have this year.

When: Sept. 12 to 14, 2025
Where: Stanley Park, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices for general admission. VIP tickets and hotel packages are also available. Purchase online

The Canine Library

What: Canine Library is woofing it up at John Hendry Park, and participants can choose from various poetry books from VPL’s collection for their session. There will also be fun with VPL’s Children’s tent and poetry workshops with VPL’s Writer in Residence, Selina Boan, during the popular annual event.

When: Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025
Time: 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: John Hendry Park — 3300 Victoria Dr., Vancouver (Behind the Trout Lake Community Centre on the east side and along the path)
Cost: Free

Whistler Village Beer Festival 2025

What: The 12th Whistler Village Beer Festival (WVBF) returns to the heart of the resort from Sept. 9 to 14 for a massive celebration of everything craft beverages. Get ready for an Oktoberfest celebration, a craft beer brunch, bandaoke, and more.

The Main Event at Whistler Olympic Plaza on Saturday, Sept. 13, will showcase over 80 varieties of cider, beer, canned cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages. And the extravaganza also includes great concerts you won’t want to miss.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 9 to Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025. Main Event on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025
Time: Various times. Main event from noon to 6 p.m.
Where: Various locations throughout Whistler Village, Main Event at Whistler Olympic Plaza
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Richmond Sunflower Festival

What: Those who can’t get enough sunshine and summertime will want to head to the Richmond Sunflower Festival while the flowers are in bloom.

When: Now until mid-September 2025
Time: Noon to 7 p.m. (Mondays to Fridays), 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Weekends and holidays)
Where: Richmond Country Farms — 12900 Steveston Hwy., Richmond
Cost: Admission at the gates is $14 plus GST on weekdays and $17 plus GST on weekends. Children 3-12 and seniors are $12 plus GST on weekdays and $15 plus GST on weekends. Ages 2 and under are free.

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

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

Vancouver Queer Film Festival

What: Vancouver Queer Film Festival is Western Canada’s largest queer arts event. Since 1988, the festival has contextualized and celebrated queer lives and experiences through online and in-person film screenings.

This year, over 100 films from 25 countries will showcase the struggles, joys, and journeys of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. There will also be performances by local artists, post-screening Q&As, and industry events.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 11 to Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Venues across Vancouver and online screenings
Tickets: Various prices starting at $7; purchase online

Music Mountain Series at Sea to Sky Gondola

What: The hills are alive with the sound of music at Sea to Sky Gondola. The popular attraction is hosting a variety of acclaimed musicians throughout the summer, including Ruckus Deluxe on Sept. 12.

When: Every Friday until Sept. 12, 2025
Time: 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: 36800 BC-99 – Squamish
Admission: Free with a season pass or day ticket

stɑl̓əw̓ Pow Wow

What: All are welcome to attend the fourth annual stɑl’əw̓ Pow Wow at Langley Events Centre, happening from Friday, Sept. 12 to Sunday, Sept. 14. The three-day immersive Indigenous event celebrates pow wow culture and tradition with drumming, singing, dancing, and regalia. 

In addition, you can check out Indigenous artists and artisans in the Vendors Market, located inside the gymnasium at Gate 1, and treat yourself to Indigenous Food Vendors, located just outside the Langley Events Centre.

Tickets are available online or at the door.

When: Friday, Sept. 12 to Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025
Time: 6 to 11 p.m. (Friday), 12 noon to 11 p.m. (Saturday), 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Langley Events Centre – 7888 200th St., Langley
Cost: $10 for a daily pass, $20 for a three-day weekend pass, and free for elders 60+ and children five and under. Purchase online

The Vegan Night Market

What: From plant-based cheese to handmade ceramics, delicious spreads, and upcycled clothing, the Vegan Summer Night Market 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 Sept. 11, 2025
Time: 6 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Locarno Beach
Admission: Free

Summer Movie Nights at Lot 19

What: Downtown Van is hosting two more free outdoor movie nights on Thursday, Sept. 4 and Thursday, Sept. 11 at Lot 19. Head down early to enjoy free activations starting at 5 p.m., with the films starting at sundown.

On Sept. 4, there is a screening of Lady Bird, and on Sept. 11, there is a showing of In the Mood for Love.

When: Thursday, Sept. 4 and Thursday, Sept. 11
Time: Activations start at 5 p.m.; movies start at dusk
Where: Lot 19 – 855 W. Hastings, Vancouver
Cost: Free

Bryan Adams

What: Grammy-winning Canadian Icon Bryan Adams is bringing his Roll With the Punches tour to Rogers Arena on Friday, Sept. 12.

Adams’ latest North American tour is in support of his upcoming 17th studio album of the same name, and it is described as his largest in years.

When: Sept. 12, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Cost: Various prices. Purchase tickets online

Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Philadelphia Union

What: Vancouver Whitecaps continue their MLS season this week with a match against the Philadelphia Union at BC Place on Saturday, Sept. 13. The game is also a celebration of BC Soccer’s Youth and Family Match.

When: Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online

Scotiabank Dance Centre Open House

What: Scotiabank’s Dance Centre Open House features a wide variety of free classes, demos, and events. Get your feet moving with Hawaiian hula, Afrobeats, dance fitness and more. Participating companies and artists include Co.ERASGA, Claire French/Restless Productions, and Bharata Natyam artist Vidya Kotamraju.

When: Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025
Time: Noon to 5 p.m.
Where: Scotiabank Dance Centre – 677 Davie St., Vancouver
Cost: Free

Bike the Night

What: Bike the Night Vancouver is rolling back into town this September with music, lights, prizes, and hundreds of riders cruising the Seawall after dark, and it’s free to join.

Designed for people of all ages and experience levels, the event turns the Seawall into a glowing, music-filled ride route, with a community festival to kick things off.

When: Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m. (family wave) and 8:30 p.m. (main wave)
Where: David Lam Park, Vancouver
Admission: Free (early access available with a $10 lifetime HUB Cycling membership at bikehub.ca; general tickets on Hub Cycling’s Bike the Night page)

Pints & Paws

What: An annual pub night in support of the BC SPCA West Vancouver Community Animal Centre. Join fellow animal lovers at Pints & Paws for a great meal and a drink, a live DJ, games, a photo booth, and a silent auction.

When: Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025
Time: 5 to 9 p.m.
Where: Fraternal Order of Eagles Club – 170 West 3rd St., North Vancouver
Tickets: $45, purchase online

Broadway Across Canada – The Lion King

What: Watch as the Serengeti comes to life as never before in The Lion King by Broadway Across Canada. More than 100 million people around the world have experienced the awe-inspiring visual artistry, the unforgettable music, and the uniquely theatrical storytelling of this Broadway spectacular – one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage.

When: Now until Sept. 14, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre — 630 Hamilton St., Vancouver
Tickets: Online

Vancouver Is Funny Comedy Showcase

What: If you’re looking for a hilarious night out this month, then you need to check out a new comedy extravaganza that is taking over Vancouver all September long.

The inaugural Vancouver Is Funny, presented by MRG Live, runs from now until Tuesday, Sept. 30. There are over 30 comics at over 30 live events to discover in the annual celebration of comedy, including stand-ups, podcasters, and more.

When: Now until Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Various locations
Cost: Various; purchase online

Delara X Whispering Horse

What: Delara Restaurant is hosting an intimate evening of flavours and discoveries on Thursday, Sept. 11, with special guests Melissa Giesbrecht and Laurent Fadanni of Whispering Horse.

Delara’s first Winery Dinner features a delectable menu with wine pairings, including plum and saffron stew, beef short ribs, and orange and turmeric cake.

When: Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Delara Restaurant – 2272 W. 4th Ave., Vancouver
Cost: $140 per person, reserve online