No matter what you’re in the mood for, there’s an event for you to enjoy this weekend!
From Country Club to a bubble tea festival and more, here are 15 great things to do around Metro Vancouver from Aug. 8 to 10.
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Country Club
Country Club
What: Country Club returns for its second annual celebration of great live music, delicious drinks, and southern-inspired good times on Saturday, Aug. 9.
Guests will discover a curated selection of tequila brands mixing creative cocktails at Country Club. Whether you’re a fan of spicy, sweet, or everything in between, you’ll find your new favourite pour during the event.
The lineup of music acts this year will have you raising your glass, too. This year’s headliners include acclaimed electronic duo VAVO, Canadian country star Jojo Mason, pro hockey player turned country artist Mark Ledlin, and more.
When: Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025
Time: 1:30 to 7 p.m.
Where: Hastings Racecourse – 2901 E Hastings St., Vancouver
Tickets: $25 (presale) $40 (regular)
Burnaby Blues and Roots Festival
What: One of Metro Vancouver’s most popular outdoor music festivals returns this week, and it’s giving fans a huge reason to cheer.
Burnaby Blues and Roots Festival, happening at the Festival Lawn at Deer Lake Park on Saturday, Aug. 9, is once again offering free admission in 2025. Fans will also be treated to a stellar lineup of performers, including headliner Ani DiFranco.
When: Aug. 9, 2025
Time: 3:30 to 10 p.m.
Where: Deer Lake Park Festival Lawn – 6450 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby
Cost: Free
Vancouver Canadians vs Hillsboro Hops
What: Baseball is Back #AtTheNat! Join the Vancouver Canadians and cheer on the future of the Blue Jays as they take on the Hillsboro Hops from Aug. 5 to 10.
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: Now until Aug. 10, 2025
Time: Various start times
Where: Nat Bailey Stadium – 4601 Ontario St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchased online at CanadiansBaseball.com
Astro Arts Festival
What: More than 35 experimental murals, graffiti works, and street art pieces being created during the 2025 Astro Arts Festival. There will also be six giant new mural installations created in the immersive, open-air gallery.
The free three-day block party will also showcase live DJ sets, open studios, artist talks, a beer garden, and the 100 Amigos Exhibition curated by Pablo Zamudio, Drew Young, and Douglas Coupland.
When: Aug. 8 to 10, 2025
Time: 6 to 8 p.m. (Friday), 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday)
Where: Astro Arts Club – 165 W. 4th Ave., Vancouver
Cost: Free
Canada Bubble Tea Festival 2025
Canada Bubble Tea Festival
What: Calling all boba lovers! The Canada Bubble Tea Festival is returning to Metro Vancouver this weekend, and there’s a lot to look forward to.
This shindig — which coins itself as the largest of its kind in Canada — is happening from Aug. 9 to 10 at Burnaby’s Swangard Stadium.
Thousands of attendees are expected to enjoy exciting live performances, interactive games, and, of course, delicious food and drinks
When: Aug. 9 to 10, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Saturday), 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Swangard Stadium — 3883 Imperial St., Burnaby
Admission: Free
Chilliwack Corn Festival
What: Greendale Acres is hosting the Chilliwack Corn Festival this weekend with corn shucking, eating contests, face painting and more. There will also be live music and a fully licensed area to keep the summer fun going.
When: Aug. 9 to 10, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Saturday), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Greendale Acres – 41905 Yale Rd. W., Chilliwack
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
McGuigan Black Label Tasting
What: Head to BCLIQUOR for an exclusive in-store tasting event to discover your favourite McGuigan wine. You can also enter to win a car.
When: Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025
Time: 1 to 5 p.m.
Where: BCLIQUOR Park Royal – 785 Park Royal N., West Vancouver
Cost: Free
Pleasant Day Festival
What: Pleasant Day Festival is taking over a huge stretch of Main Street for a vibrant community celebration full of dining, shopping, interactive activities and live music.
The family-friendly event on Saturday, Aug. 9, is presented by the Mount Pleasant Business Improvement Area (MPBIA). Pleasant Day will feature several stages showcasing local artists and musicians, market vendors, and games and activities for all ages.
When: Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025
Time: Noon to 8 p.m.
Where: Main Street from 16th Avenue to King Edward
Cost: Free
Coffee & Cacao Morning Rave 3.0: Acquatic Edition
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What: If late-night boozy parties aren’t for you, there’s a sober morning rave party coming to Vancouver that might be just what you’re looking for.
The official name of the mermaid-themed party is Coffee & Cacao Morning Rave 3.0: Acquatic Edition, but you don’t have to go under the sea to attend.
This aquatic party begins at 9 a.m. and it’s a sober morning rave, featuring coffee and treats to help you get your day started. If you don’t want to be a mermaid, you don’t have to be.
When: Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025
Time: Between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Where: FriendsQuarters — 200-116 West Hastings St.
Tickets: Starting at $11.98
Bridal Falls Waterpark
What: Bridal Falls Waterpark has finally reopened for the summer, meaning visitors will be able to enjoy several water attractions.
When: Now until Monday, Sept. 1, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: 53790 Popkum Rd. S., Rosedale
Cost: Various, purchase online
Vancouver Mysteries Presents… Murder at the Movies
What: VIFF and Vancouver Mysteries are teaming up for Murder at the Movies, an immersive event where guests collect clues, solve puzzles, and can even become part of the twisting plot.
Dress up to attend the glamorous red carpet premiere of Cooking Up Trouble and get ready for romance, intrigue, and murder. Your ticket includes a general admission seat for the performance, a puzzle to solve, clues, and a small snack.
When: Aug. 7 and 9, 2025
Time: 8 p.m. (Aug. 9), 3 p.m. (Aug. 9)
Where: VIFF Centre – 1181 Seymour St., Vancouver
Cost: $85, purchase online
Flavours of Chile
What: Head to BCLIQUOR Cardero for a free sip of Piña Colada and Pisco Sour cocktails plus smooth Oops wine. The perfect way to keep the weekend vibes going.
When: Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025
Time: 2 to 6 p.m.
Where: BCLIQUOR Cardero
Cost: Free
Ugly Potato Day
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What: Ugly Potato Day by Odd Bunch takes place on Aug. 9, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., at the Cloverdale Rodeo and Exhibition Grounds, and we have all the essential details.
If you’ve never heard of the event, it’s essentially the celebration of ugly produce. A lot of the produce you’ll find may not look like the most aesthetically perfect vegetable or fruit.
Last year, approximately a dozen farms participated in Ugly Potato Day. This year, there are over 20 expected, including the additions of the Greater Vancouver Food Bank and Otter Co-op.
“Admission is free and guests are invited to bring their own bags to fill with farm-fresh produce. Guests are also invited to listen to a DJ, snack at the food trucks and to enjoy family-friendly activities,” a media release says.
When: Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Cloverdale Rodeo and Exhibition Grounds – 6050 176th St., Surrey
Cost: Free
Vancouver Water Fight
What: If you see someone in a business suit getting blasted with a Super Soaker at Stanley Park, don’t be alarmed. It’s all part of Vancouver’s biggest water fight, and it’s making a splashy return.
The 14th annual Vancouver Water Fight kicks off at 1 p.m. near Lumberman’s Arch, where hundreds of people are expected to gather for one of the city’s quirkiest and most joyful summer traditions.
When: Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. onwards (usually lasts for 90 minutes)
Where: Lumberman’s Arch — North side of Stanley Park, just off Stanley Park Dr., Vancouver
Cost: Free
Gastown Sunday Set
What: Inspired by global pedestrian-first movements, the new Gastown Sunday Set car-free series will transform the cobblestone streets of Gastown into a gathering spot with exciting activations.
Check out live DJ sets, an outdoor flower market, an open-air art crawl, and plenty of expanded patios every Sunday until the end of August.
When: Every Sunday until Aug. 31, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Water Street in Gastown
Cost: Free admission
Vines Art Festival
What: The 10th annual multidisciplinary Vines Art Festival features visual and performing artists showcasing their talents at parks throughout Vancouver. The festival features free live music, dance, storytelling, and more.
When: Aug. 6 to 16, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Various locations
Cost: Free
Coquitlam Farmers Market
Coquitlam Farmers Market
What: The Coquitlam Farmers Market is celebrating its 29th year by gathering a curated lineup of farmers, bakers, crafters and makers, food trucks, and more every Sunday.
When: Every Sunday until October 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Dogwood Pavilion Parking Lot – 1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam
Improv Night with Colin Mochrie and Friends
What: Canadian comedy icon Colin Mochrie is coming to Art’s Club Stanley Stage for two shows this month, and fans won’t want to miss out.
Mochrie is renowned for his work on Whose Line Is It Anyway?, This Hour Has 22 Minutes, and in his co-creation Hyprov. He is also the author of the book, Not Quite the Classics, and co-created the CBC comedy Getting Along Famously with his wife Debra McGrath.
When: Aug. 8 and 9, 2025
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Stanley Stage – 2750 Granville St., Vancouver
Cost: Starting at $40, purchase online
Nine Inch Nails
What: Nine Inch Nails are bringing their new Peel It Back World Tour to Vancouver this summer.
Nine Inch Nails were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2020 and have sold over 30 million records worldwide. In terms of live performances, their previous world tour garnered rave reviews, from London to their hometown of Cleveland.
When: Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
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Neighbourhood Patio at Bentall Centre
Bentall Centre
What: Soak up the summer vibes at the Neighbourhood Patio Pop-Up, your go-to weekday escape in the heart of the city. Enjoy live music daily, get creative at the Art Cart, or make your own bouquet to take home.
There will also be giveaways every afternoon of sweet and savoury treats with special appearances from local favourites like Earnest Ice Cream, Paella Guys, and Oyster Boys. And don’t forget to swing by FUNK Coffee Bar for their must-try Aperol Slush and crave-worthy bar snacks.
Whether you’re unwinding solo or meeting friends, this is one summer hangout you won’t want to miss.
When: Monday to Friday from Aug. 11 to 22, 2025
Time: 12 to 7 p.m.
Where: The Breezeway at Bentall Centre — 595 Burrard St., Vancouver
Admission: Free