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It’s not always easy to get back into the groove of the week following a long weekend, but there are tons to look forward to in Vancouver these next couple of days! From the free VMF Mount Pleasant Street Party to the Olivia Rodrigo concert, here are 12 of the best things to do in and around Vancouver this week (August 6-9).
This year’s Early Music Festival consists of nearly 50 emerging and established artists, some of whom are making their festival debut this year!
Here are just some of the free and ticketed performances to check out this year:
When: July 30th to August 8th
Where: Multiple locations across Vancouver
Cost: Free and ticketed events
VMF is back this month with its annual free street party in Mount Pleasant, with multiple days of live music sets, food trucks, beverage gardens, and live art to enjoy.
Plus, during festival hours, many artists at the City Centre Artist Lodge will open their studios to attendees, allowing visitors to check out their works of art free of charge!
When: August 8th to 11th
Where: City Centre Artist Lodge
Cost: Free admission
Hosted by the Audain Art Museum in Whistler, this dinner series showcases the work of Tom Thomson, one of Canada’s most iconic artists. The event features a three-course backcountry-inspired menu, an exclusive tour of the ‘Tom Thomson: North Star’ exhibition, and a signature cocktail to enjoy on the stunning Museum porch, all while enjoying a fabulous evening under the stars.
When: Friday, August 9 & Friday, August 23, 2024
Where: Audain Art Museum (4350 Blackcomb Way, Whistler)
Cost: Click here for ticket info
Pop icon Olivia Rodrigo is bringing her GUTS World Tour to Vancouver before summer’s end, and it’s not too late to grab some tickets. Just keep checking the event page closer to the concert date!
When: August 9th
Where: Rogers Arena
Cost: Check back soon
Sunset Cinema is back at the Shipyards Commons this summer, which is a covered outdoor space. There will be public washrooms on-site as well as rotating food trucks.
When: Wednesdays from July 31st to August 28th
Where: The Shipyards, North Vancouver
Cost: Free admission
Who’s ready for a cool dip? Vancouver’s beloved beachside saltwater pool is finally reopening for the season, so you’ll have about a month or two of laps to get in before summer’s end.
When: Opens August 7th
Where: Kitsilano Beach
Cost: $7.41 per adult
The DOUGLAS Autograph Collection Hotel is located in the vibrant Parq Vancouver area of Vancouver, near BC place, False Creek, Granville Island and more! Walkable to the False Creek seawall and nearby parks, this hotel offers a unique, specially crafted Picnic Package for two with where you can embark on a leisurely stroll amidst the picturesque hotel surroundings.
Where: The DOUGLAS Autograph Collection Hotel
Baseball season is now in full swing, no pun intended. This week, the Vancouver Canadians are up against the Eugene Emeralds.
When: Games on August 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th
Where: Nat Bailey Stadium
Cost: $20+
Now we come to Fridays on Front in New West, which is back with multiple night markets this month. Each festival will have its own theme and a different lineup of food and drink vendors, as well as market vendors.
Each night market will take place from 5 to 9 pm.
When: Friday, August 9th to 23rd
Where: Front Street Mews, New Westminster
Cost: Free admission
Save up to 70% on three local B Corp brands: tentree, Fable, and QE Home! Supply your sustainable lifestyle with deals on apparel, dinnerware, and bedding. You can also bring in your old textiles for recycling and to earn rewards! This may just be the most sustainable warehouse sale ever… Don’t miss it. New stock added daily, with items starting at $10.
Mat Collective offers free outdoor yoga classes all summer long at locations across BC. This month, Vancouver yogis can head to Kits Beach, Spanish Banks, Davie Street, and English Bay – just make sure to book your spot in advance before classes fill up!
When: Weekly this August
Where: See locations above
Cost: Free admission
Home to literally hundreds of vendors, the Richmond Night Market has become a must for food and drink lovers, and it looks like we’re getting some great weather this week!
When: Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in August
Where: 8351 River Road, Richmond
Cost: $8.50 per person
And that’s a wrap on the week, Vancouver!
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