September is just speeding by, so slow down and have fun this weekend around Vancouver!
From Picklefest to Weezer and more, here are 15 fun events to check out from Sept. 11 to 13.
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Picklefest Vancouver
Picklefest Vancouver
What: Picklefest — Canada’s biggest pickle festival — is taking over City Centre Artist Lodge at 2111 Main St. for one day only in September.
Festivities include a bustling marketplace made up of dozens of vendors serving pickles by the jar, on a stick, and other pickle-inspired eats and beverages.
That’ll be paired with plenty of live entertainment, pickle-themed paraphernalia, and the star of the show, the festival’s annual home pickling contest, where an elite group of amateur picklers will walk away with prizes and infinite glory for their fermented food creations.
When: Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: City Centre Artist Lodge — 211 Main St., Vancouver
Admission: $25 general admission, $35 VIP early access, kids under 12 free with a ticket-holding guardian
Richmond Farm Fest
What: Richmond Farm Fest returns to the Garden City Lands on Sunday, Sept. 13, bringing food, farming, and community together for a free, family-friendly celebration.
Explore the Farmers Market, local food and beverages, hands-on agriculture and garden activities and Farm Wagon Tours. Enjoy live music, culinary demonstrations from Black + Blue Executive Chef Jonathan Lee, and the Little Farmers Kids’ Zone.
Whether you’re a foodie, gardener, agriculture enthusiast, or just looking for a fun Sunday outing, there’s something for everyone to discover, taste and enjoy.
When: Sept. 13, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: KPU Farm at Garden City Land — 5040 Garden City Rd., Richmond
Cost: Free
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
Recovery Day BC
Recovery Day BC
What: Canada’s largest addiction and mental health recovery festival returns to New West on Saturday, Sept. 12.
The free street festival will feature performances by Jann Arden and Cameron Whitcombe, live entertainment, kids’ activities, food trucks, and an information fair with dozens of health and wellness booths.
When: Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026
Time: Noon to 6 p.m.
Where: 6th Street from 5th Avenue to 6th Avenue, New Westminster
Cost: Free
Vancouver Fringe Festival
What: Vancouver Fringe Festival returns to Granville Island and beyond from Sept. 10 to 20, 2026, embracing every kind of everything. This year, there will be more than 80 shows, two days of free Kids Fringe events, and the return of the free Fringe Patio music series from Sept. 5 to 20. Tickets and information are available online.
When: Sept. 10 to Sept. 20, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Various venues on Granville Island and other venues across Vancouver
Cost: Free and ticketed events; prices range from $16 to $20, depending on each show. Purchase online
stɑl̓əw̓ Pow Wow
What: The fifth annual stɑl’əw̓ Pow Wow returns to Langley Events Centre from Sept. 11 to 13, inviting people of all ages and backgrounds to experience Indigenous culture through singing, dancing, drumming, food, art, and community.
The three-day celebration brings together Indigenous communities from across the region and beyond, with more than 500 dancers participating in Saturday’s Grand Entry.
Highlights include welcome ceremonies, Indigenous artists and food vendors, an all-women’s drum group competition, Coast Salish dancers and singers, hoop dancers, youth performers, and more.
When: Friday, Sept.11 to Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026
Time: 6 to 11 p.m. (Friday), noon to 11 p.m. (Saturday), 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Langley Events Centre – 7888 200th St., Langley
Cost: One-day passes are $10 per person, and three-day passes are $20 per person. Admission is free for children five and under and Elders. Purchase 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 comedy extravaganza that is taking over Vancouver all September long.
Vancouver Is Funny, presented by MRG Live, runs from now until Sunday, Sept. 27. There are dozens of comedians to discover in the annual festival, including stand-ups, podcasters, and more.
When: Now until Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Various locations
Cost: Various; purchase online
Vancouver Rise
What: Vancouver Rise are back in Northern Super League action this month with September games including Ottawa Rapid on Sept. 13, and Montreal Roses on Sept. 19.
When: Various dates
Time: Various times
Where: Swangard Stadium – 6100 Boundary Rd., Burnaby
Cost: Various; purchase online
Sanction Me Daddy
What: Sanction Me, Daddy is an exploration of Niki Mohrdar’s experiences as a first-generation immigrant from Iran, and how her experiences have impacted her dating life.
The insightful stand-up show at Little Mountain Gallery is part of the Vancouver Fringe and will also examine how immigrant experiences can impact our romantic lives.
When: Various dates from Sept. 11 to 20, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Little Mountain Gallery
Cost: Varies by show/bundle — Available online
Weezer
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What: Legendary ’90s rock band Weezer is coming to Vancouver later this year, and they’ve got some very special guests coming for the ride.
Weezer will be hitting the stage at Rogers Arena on Sept. 12, and with them will be The Shins and Silversun Pickups, who are fairly big names in their own right.
Tickets for the all-ages show “Weezer: The Gathering” are on sale now.
When: Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Tickets for sale online
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Austin FC
What: Cheer on the ‘Caps as they face Austin FC on Sept. 13 at BC Place.
When: Various dates
Time: Various times
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online
Car Free Day Vancouver – Main Street
What: Car Free Day Vancouver is returning to Main Street on Sunday, Sept. 13.
Visitors will find lots to see and do during the free street party, including live concerts and performances, artisan vendors, community booths, food trucks, and more.
When: Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026
Time: Noon to 7 p.m.
Where: Main Street from East 10th Avenue to King Edward Avenue
Cost: Free
Filipino Fest
Museum of Surrey
What: The Museum of Surrey is hosting its annual Filipino Fest on Saturday, Sept. 12, with live performances, food vendors, children’s activities, and more.
According to the museum, it is an opportunity for guests to reconnect with their roots or learn about Filipino culture for the first time.
When: Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Museum of Surrey – 17710 56a Ave., Surrey
Admission: Free
Polish Festival
What: Polish Festival Vancouver returns to The Shipyards on the North Shore this weekend, so get ready to “Smacznego!”
North Shore Polish Association Belweder presents the lively festivities on Saturday, Sept. 12 in Lower Lonsdale. The popular annual event features live entertainment, a marketplace, and plenty of mouthwatering dishes.
When: Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026
Time: 1 to 9 p.m.
Where: Shipbuilders Square and Pipe Shop — 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Admission: Free
Vancouver Queer Film Festival
What: Vancouver Queer Film Festival is Western Canada’s largest queer arts event. Since 1988, the festival contextualizes and celebrates queer lives and experiences through online and in-person film screenings.
This year, 87 films from around the world 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: Sept 10 to 20, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Venues across Vancouver and online screenings
Tickets: Various prices starting at $7; purchase online
Flofest Vancouver Pilates celebration
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What: FloFest, produced by Flohaus Pilates, takes place on Sept. 12 from 3 to 7:30 p.m. at Thunderbird Stadium. The event is described as one day to “slow down, move together, and feel something real.”
Things attendees will be able to experience during the event include:
- A large-scale Pilates session led by experts
- Guided breathwork
- Live sound healing
- DJs creating a lively atmosphere
- A curated marketplace featuring the leading brands
- Food, drinks and lots of space to relax
When: Sept. 12, 2026
Time: 3 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Thunderbird Stadium
Tickets: Tickets range between $45 and $65 (plus fees) on the website.
Vokra’s Walk For The Kitties
What: Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue Association, better known as VOKRA, is hosting a 5 km fun walk. The popular annual fundraiser raises funds to support the no-kill, registered non-profit cat rescue organization in rescuing, healing and finding new loving homes for over 1,200 cats and kittens every year.
When: Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Where: Jericho/Locarno Beach Park
Registration: online
The Arts Effect 2 – In Support of Arts Umbrella and Hogar De Gina
What: After raising more than $46,000 at their inaugural event last November, Vancouver teens Danika Sung and Victoria Sun are back with The Arts Effect 2, featuring an afternoon of performance and philanthropy, featuring some of the city’s most talented young dancers, singers, musicians, and actors.
Proceeds support Arts Umbrella, the Vancouver non-profit providing young people with access to high-quality arts education, and Hogar de Gina, a home supporting girls in Peru.
Admission is complimentary; funds are raised through small items for purchase, a silent auction, and donations. Registration is required online.
When: Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026
Time: 2:15 to 4:15 p.m.
Where: Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre — 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver
Admission: Free, register online