Welcome to the start of a new week, Vancouver! We’ve got another week of hot summer weather to look forward to, and we want to help you make the most of it. Whether you’re basking in the sun or relaxing indoors, we’ve got some great options. Let’s check ’em out!
Here are 10 things to do around Vancouver this week.
Head out to Harrison Lake
Think you can get an afternoon off this week? One great way to spend it is with a trip out to Harrison Lake. Not only is it just a nice place to be, but Harrison Watersports has reopened for the summer as well! You know, it’s that giant floating waterpark chilling out there.
When: Open throughout the week
Where: 100 Esplanade Avenue, Harrison Hot Springs
Cost: Varies per activity
Or take a trip to the island
Let’s say you don’t have to work for a couple of days this week. First off- you lucky duck. Second, a brand new attraction opens on Vancouver Island this Thursday! The Malahat SkyWalk is a crazy lookout point and nature walk that offers stunning 360° views of the surrounding area.
When: Opens Thursday, July 15th
Where: 901 Trans-Canada Highway, Malahat
Cost: $31.95 for GA
Watch a movie
Ready to take a break from summer? Well, it’s hard to beat a trip to the movies! This week, we’re recommending the Rio Theatre, which is showing everything from cult favourites (La Haine) to recently released options (Promising Young Woman). Check out the schedule and see if there’s anything you like!
When: Showtimes throughout the week
Where: 1660 E Broadway
Cost: Varies
Get back in the theatre
Craving some live entertainment/art instead? You’ll be happy to know that the Dancing on the Edge Festival is back! Throughout the week, you can check out live performances highlighting some incredible dancers and groups. It is one of Canada’s premier contemporary dance festivals, so we’re confident that it’ll be fun.
When: Showtimes throughout the week
Where: Multiple locations
Cost: Varies
Check out Wings and Wizards
This new experience in the city is both immersive and interactive. Set up at BC Place, Wings and Wizards lets you use a ‘magic wand’ to cast spells, complete tasks, and solve puzzles as you work your way through a magical world.
When: Open throughout July
Where: BC Place, 777 Pacific Boulevard
Cost: $65+
Visit a U-Pick Farm
Ready to get out into nature? Well, if you check out a nearby U-Pick farm, you’ll also have a little something to take home afterwards! If you’re wondering where to start, then we’ve rounded up some of our absolute favourites around the city.
Where: Click the link above for our picks
Or a Lavender Farm
Not really into picking berries? No problem, because a couple of lavender farms around the city are currently in full bloom! This week we’re recommending the aptly named Full Bloom Lavender Farm, which is family run and located out in Langley.
When: Open throughout the weekend
Where: 2926 248th Street, Langley
Cost: $7.91
Check out the Rec Room
After months of waiting, the first Rec Room located in BC has opened! This unique arcade and entertainment concept offers dozens of games to explore, ranging from classics like Pong to state-of-the-art driving simulators to pool tables. Plus, a new ‘adults-only’ Cineplex VIP Cinemas has opened in the same space!
When: Now open!
Where: The Amazing Brentwood, 1920 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
Hit the beach
Now that things aren’t so intensely hot, we think a quick trip to the beach is the perfect way to spend an evening this week. If you’re looking for a new place to visit, we’ve rounded up some of our favourites around the city. After all, Kits is gonna be absolutely jumping!
Where: Click the link above for our picks
Check out the Powell Street Festival
This iconic festival has returned for the entire month of July! There are both virtual and in-person events to check out, but we’d lying if we said their food options weren’t the major reason we want to swing by.
When: On throughout the week
Where: Online/Various locations around the city
Cost: Free/Varies
That’s our roundup this week! Have fun out there.
