Welcome to the first official weekend of summer!
Time flies when you’re having fun and we’re here to help you have the most with our checklist of 16 great events around Vancouver from June 20 to 22. Greek Day, Gastown Sunday Set, and more.
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Summer Swing
Fairmont Hotel
What: Rekindle the magic of that golden age with an evening that blends the elegance of the past with the vibrant spirit of the present. On Friday, June 20, join the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver for Summer Swing, a dazzling evening of vintage glamour, gourmet cuisine, and live big band music.
This one-night-only event pays tribute to the iconic Panorama Roof and the legendary Dal Richards, whose orchestra made the venue the heart of Vancouver’s golden era. A ticket includes a three-course dinner inspired by historic hotel menus, two glasses of wine or mocktails, and an unforgettable performance by the Vancouver Jazz Orchestra. With long-table dining, vintage décor, and classic swing filling the air, it’s the perfect way to toast the summer solstice and relive an iconic piece of the city’s past. Vintage-inspired attire is encouraged because timeless style never goes out of fashion.
When: Friday, June 20, 2025
Time: 6 p.m.
Where: The Roof at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Admission: $200 per person (applicable taxes and service fees extra). Includes three-course gourmet dinner, two glasses of wine or mocktails, and live entertainment by the Vancouver Jazz Orchestra. Additional drinks are available for purchase.
Greek Day on Broadway
Greek Day on Broadway (Hellenic Congress of BC/Submitted)
What: Greek Day on Broadway, presented by the Hellenic Canadian Congress of BC, will take place on Sunday, June 22.
The beloved celebration will feature a world of authentic Greek food and beverages from local shops and vendors, so bring your appetite. There will be souvlaki, spanakopita, loukoumades, and more.
There will also be plenty of vendors, community booths, and live entertainment to check out during the annual Greek Day.
When: Sunday, June 22, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: MacDonald to Blenheim Street (Kitsilano), Vancouver
Admission: Free
Surrey’s National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration & Wellness Event
What: The City of Surrey event is hosted by Semiahmoo, Kwantlen, and Katzie First Nations, and includes cultural sharing through art, music, storytelling, and dance. Special guests include XiQuelem, Jade Turner, Wild River Singers, and more.
When: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 2 to 7 p.m.
Where: Holland Park – 13428 Old Yale Rd., Surrey
Cost: Free
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: Friday, June 20 to Sunday, June 22, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Concord Pacific Place, Creekside Park, and False Creek, Vancouver
Admission: Free
Great Grandview Garage Sale 2025
Great Grandview Garage Sale
What: The 9th Great Grandview Garage Sale is happening rain or shine on Saturday, June 21, throughout Grandview-Woodland in East Vancouver.
Over 100 sales in people’s yards, alleys, and driveways are expected for this year, with organizers expecting another big turnout of shoppers. Previous years even saw the total number of garage sale events nearing 200.
Anyone in the Grandview Woodland area is invited to set up a sale simply by registering online. There is no cost to do so, though donations are being collected to help with organization costs.
When: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Grandview Woodland, from Broadway to the Burrard Inlet and Clark Drive to Nanaimo Street. See the map online (to be updated closer to the event)
Slow Beer: The Bottle Episode 2
What: Dageraad is hosting a celebration of bottle-aged and bottle-conditioned beers, and you’re invited to the party.
The Bottle Episode is back at Dageraad Brewing on June 21, with 16 Lower Mainland breweries showcasing the world of bottle-conditioned and aged beers. Guests will sample over 45 different beers and learn all about the niche and nerdy beer styles the brewers love the most.
Dagaraad also announced that the event will have no tokens, with all beer included with a ticket to Slow Beer.
When: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 1 to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Dageraad Brewing — 114 3191 Thunderbird Cres., Burnaby
Tickets: $65 plus fees, purchase online
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: Now until Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Various locations
Tickets: Ticketed and free events, purchase online
Bubble Fest at Capilano Mall
Capilano Mall
What: Capilano Mall’s Bubble Fest is a free, family-friendly event filled with fun activities and thrilling experiences for guests of all ages.
Learn all about bubble science with Science World’s Bubble Scientist, check out the live show by Ash Bubblez, visit the craft station and get your face painted, explore an immersive inflatable bubble dome, and more. There is even a bubble fest colouring contest for a chance to win a prize.
When: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Capilano Mall Grand Court — 935 Marine Dr., North Vancouver
Admission: Free
National Indigenous Peoples Day in Burnaby
What: The City of Burnaby is hosting a community celebration at Civic Plaza in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day. The family-friendly event will feature dance, storytelling, an Indigenous artisan market, and more.
When: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 3 to 7 p.m.
Where: Civic Square – 6100 Willingdon Ave., Burnaby
Cost: Free
Cheers to Pride with Stoli Vodka
What: Head to BCLIQUOR Alberni and Bute to enjoy signature cocktails featuring Stoli Vodka to kick off Pride. The iconic vodka brand has a long history of LGBTQ+ allyship and has sponsored Pride events and organizations around the world for over 25 years.
When: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 3 to 7 p.m.
Where: BCLIQUOR Alberni and Bute
Cost: Free
ScotFestBC: British Columbia Highland Games
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What: The annual ScotFestBC: British Columbia Highland Games, presented by the United Scottish Cultural Society, feature an extensive line-up of entertainers and performers, a whisky tasting, kids activities, a vendors village, food trucks, athletic competitions, and of course, pipe bands.
When: Friday, June 20 and Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 5 to 9:30 p.m. (Friday), 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. (Saturday)
Where: Town Centre Park 3099 Trevor Wingrove Way Coquitlam
Cost: Friday: free admission, Saturday: $30 adults, $20 seniors and students, $10 for children ages 6 to 12, and free for children five and under. Purchase online
BC Halal Food Fest
What: BC Halal Food Fest is serving up tasty eats and cultural experiences at Holland Park in Surrey. The annual festival features free admission and over 100 food, drink, and bazaar vendors. There will also be carnival rides and live entertainment during the event.
When: Friday, June 20 to Sunday, June 22, 2025
Time: 3 to 10 p.m. (Friday), 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Holland Park – 13428 Old Yale Rd., Surrey
Admission: Free
40th Annual Vancouver Jazz Festival
What: The 40th annual Vancouver International Jazz Festival is returning to stages all over the city from Friday, June 20, to Tuesday, July 1.
The full lineup of events will be shared by the Coastal Jazz & Blues Society over the upcoming weeks. To get music lovers jazzed about this year’s fest, organizers announced the first two performances in this summer’s legendary lineup.
First up are headlining performances by Grammy-winning bassist and composer Richard Bona and his Asante trio on Monday, June 23, and world-class guitarist and composer Bill Frisell with Thomas Morgan and Rudy Royston on Tuesday, June 24.
When: Friday, June 20 to Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Various venues across Vancouver
Tickets: Free and ticketed events
Pac Rim Patio
Pac Rim Patio
What: Fairmont Pacific Rim’s Pac Rim Patio has returned for the summer season. What’s even more exciting is that it’ll be launching in collaboration with 33 Acres Brewing Co.
Located on the hotel’s front plaza, guests will enjoy great waterfront views alongside thirst-quenching brews, tasty bites, and a lineup of summer events.
This year, guests will be able to enjoy made-to-order tacos in varieties like chicken tinga with lime crema and queso cheese, slow-braised beef with pickled red onions, and crispy cauliflower with cilantro. These can all be paired with a selection of 33 Acres’ small-batch favourites, including its popular Sunshine French Blanche and 33 Acres of Life California Common.
When: Wednesdays to Sundays (weather permitting)
Time: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Fairmont Pacific Rim Front Plaza — 1038 Canada Pl., Vancouver
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