Things to Do This Weekend in Vancouver
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Vancouver This Weekend?
Don’t miss out on the best things to do in Vancouver this weekend. Check out our list of events and make the most of your weekend!
Looking for fun things to do in Vancouver this weekend? Whether you're in the mood for a lively party or a relaxing outdoor event, we've got you covered. From free community gatherings to exclusive paid experiences, here are the top events happening in Vancouver.
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Parties
VIBRAZ: Medellin Sunset
Date and Time: September 29, 2024, 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Address: Mansion Nightclub, 1161 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC
Price: From CA$11.98
Celebrate the long weekend with Vancouver’s premier reggaeton party featuring DJs spinning the hottest Latin club anthems in a luxurious nightclub setting.
Long Weekend 90s vs 00s Night
Date and Time: September 29, 2024, 10:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Address: Fox Cabaret, 2321 Main Street, Vancouver, BC
Price: CA$12.30
Dance the night away to the biggest hits from the 90s and 00s at this iconic Vancouver venue, featuring a fun and nostalgic soundtrack from Common People DJs.
Si No Le Contesto - Reggaetown Long Weekend
Date and Time: September 29, 2024, 9:30 PM
Address: Studio Lounge & Nightclub, 919 Granville Street, Vancouver
Price: From CA$11.98
Get ready for a night of non-stop reggaeton at Studio Nightclub with drink specials and an unforgettable party atmosphere.
Hush Music Party
Date and Time: September 29, 2024, 10:00 PM
Address: Hello Goodbye Bar, 1120 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC
Price: From CA$17.31
Join an intimate and exclusive music event at Hello Goodbye Bar, featuring a night filled with great music and dancing in a cozy setting.
Passionate Pulse: Social Salsa & Bachata Night
Date and Time: September 29, 2024, 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Address: Passion and Performance Studio, 55 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC
Price: From CA$12.51
Enjoy a night of salsa and bachata dancing with live DJs and a pre-dance bachata lesson to get you moving.
The GOAT Boat Party
Date and Time: September 29, 2024, 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Address: Plaza of Nations, 750 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver, BC
Price: Regular Price CA$65
Set sail on the ultimate Tamil boat party aboard the Burrard Queen, featuring top DJs, ocean views, and unforgettable dance vibes.
Werk In Progress Drag Lunch with Burna Dart
Date and Time: September 29, 2024, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Address: Burgoo, 101-1100 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC
Price: CA$17.31
Join host Burna Dart and other fabulous performers for a drag lunch filled with fun, laughter, and great entertainment at Burgoo on Burrard.
BASSment X MashUp
Date and Time: September 29, 2024, 10:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Address: Calabash, Vancouver, BC
Price: CA$11.98
Experience a night of mashup music genres at Calabash, where DJs will keep the energy high and the dance floor packed with diverse beats.
GVAD Annual Corn Party
Date and Time: September 29, 2024, 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Address: Blue Mountain Park, 975 King Albert Avenue, Coquitlam, BC
Price: Free for Indigenous, CA$43.93 for Non-Members (18+)
Enjoy a fun-filled day with friends and family at the GVAD (Greater Vancouver Association of the Deaf) Corn Party, complete with delicious food, games, and a welcoming atmosphere.
Shows and Performances
Studio For Actors September Showcase
Date and Time: Sunday, September 29 · 6 - 8pm PDT
Address: The NEST, 1398 Cartwright Street, 3rd Floor, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R8
Price: $12 per show
Experience the raw talent of Vancouver actors as they perform scenes from the Studio for Actors’ Scene Study Program. A must-see event for theatre lovers in Granville Island.
My Favourite Things, To Sing
Date and Time: Sunday, September 29 · 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM PDT
Address: 8881 Selkirk Street, Vancouver, BC V6P 4J6
Price: $11.98
Join vocalist Jodine Morehouse and Vancouver Pops musicians for a special evening of music benefiting Colorectal Cancer Canada. Enjoy Disney classics and musical theatre favorites while supporting a great cause.
Coalescence Fusion Dance
Date and Time: Sunday, September 29 · 7:15 PM - 11:00 PM PDT
Address: Academie Duello, 412 W Hastings St, Vancouver
Price: $20 (Free for volunteers)
Enjoy a night of social dancing with a fusion twist. Perfect for all dancers, no partner needed! Includes a lesson and live DJ sets.
2BABA Live in Vancouver
Date and Time: Sunday, September 29 · 6 - 11pm PDT
Address: ENSO Event Centre, 750 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver, BC
Price: $60
Catch Nigerian icon 2BABA live in Vancouver for the first time! Enjoy an electrifying performance from this award-winning singer-songwriter.
Jersey Boys
Date and Time: September 5 - October 20, 2024 (Recurring daily)
Address: Arts Club Theatre Company - Stanley Alliance Industrial Stage, 2750 Granville Street, Vancouver
Price: Tickets from $39
Don’t miss the Tony Award-winning musical Jersey Boys, showcasing the rise of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, live on stage in Vancouver.
Kevin Chen - Live in Concert
Date and Time: Saturday, September 28, 2024
Address: 1700 Mathers Avenue, West Vancouver, BC V7V 2G7
Price: Adult $42 | Senior $39 | Under 30 $19
Enjoy a captivating performance from Canadian piano prodigy Kevin Chen, recognized globally for his musical brilliance.
Music Day in Canada - Burnaby
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Date and Time: Saturday, September 28, 2024
Address: The Rec Room, 1920 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC
Price: $15
Celebrate Canadian music culture with live performances from emerging artists. Proceeds benefit youth mental health initiatives in partnership with United Way.
Oktoberfest at Junction Public Market
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Date and Time: September 27-29, 2024
Address: Junction Public Market, 200 Granville St., Vancouver, BC
Price: $12 Advance / $15 Door
Enjoy live entertainment, traditional European food, and beer at this 19+ Oktoberfest celebration on Vancouver’s scenic harbour patio.
Dylan Gossett – The Back 40 Tour
Date and Time: Friday, September 27, 2024
Address: Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St., Vancouver, BC
Price: $43+fees
Experience American country singer-songwriter Dylan Gossett live on his Back 40 Tour at Vancouver's Commodore Ballroom.
Cigarettes After Sex – X’s World Tour
Date and Time: Friday, September 27, 2024
Address: Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver, BC
Price: $57 - $165+fees
Think I like you best when you're just with me…Don’t miss dream pop band Cigarettes After Sex as they bring their ethereal sound to Rogers Arena in Vancouver.
Ruby Waters
Date and Time: Saturday, September 28, 2024
Address: Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St., Vancouver, BC
Price: $32.50 – $42.50+fees
Catch critically acclaimed indie artist Ruby Waters live at the Commodore Ballroom, known for her soulful, raw voice and infectious energy.
Gioli & Assia 2024 North America Tour
Date and Time: Saturday, September 28, 2024
Address: Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St., Vancouver, BC
Price: $36 - $47+fees
Join genre-bending electronic duo Gioli & Assia on their North America Tour, bringing their unique blend of emotions and sounds to Vancouver.
Festivals
Vancouver International Film Festival
Date and Time: September 26, 2024 – October 6, 2024
Address: Various Locations, Vancouver
Price: $14-$19
The Vancouver International Film Festival brings world-class cinema to the city, featuring over 150 films, filmmaker Q&A sessions, live performances, and more. A must-attend event for film lovers looking for things to do in Vancouver this weekend.
Dahlia Flower Festival
Date and Time: August 20, 2024 – October 10, 2024
Address: Shangrila Farm, 13842 Spratt Road, Mission
Price: General Admission $15; Child $10; Senior $12
Wander through 10 acres of vibrant dahlia flowers and creative gardens at the Dahlia Flower Festival. A beautiful outdoor experience for nature lovers looking for weekend activities near Vancouver.
For Families
Family Fun at Laity Pumpkin Patch
Date and Time: September 28 - October 31, 2024
Address: Laity Pumpkin Patches, Maple Ridge
Price: $11 - $14
Enjoy corn mazes, pumpkin picking, and family-friendly activities at two Maple Ridge locations. Explore games, obstacle courses, and a glow garden in this fall event perfect for all ages.
RiverFest
Date and Time: September 28 - September 29, 2024
Address: Fraser River Discovery Centre, 788 Quayside Drive, New Westminster
Price: $11 - $14
Celebrate the Fraser River at this free family-friendly festival with live performances, an exhibitor expo, and the Lucille Johnstone Workboat Parade. Perfect for a weekend along the river.
By A Thread: One Fell Swoop Aerial Circus
Date and Time: September 28 - September 29, 2024
Address: The ACT Arts Centre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge
Price: $25.50 - $40.50
Experience breathtaking acrobatics in this aerial circus performance by Australia’s One Fell Swoop Circus in Vancouver this weekend. A thrilling show combining music, dance, and daring stunts.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Date and Time: September 28, 2024
Address: Fort Langley National Historic Site, 23433 Mavis Ave, Langley Twp
Price: Free
A day to honor and reflect on Indigenous history through presentations, exhibits, films, and activities. Join the community in supporting reconciliation efforts.
Disney and Pixar’s Coco in Concert
Date and Time: September 28 - September 29, 2024
Address: Orpheum, 601 Smithe St, Vancouver
Price: $26 - $120 + fees
Watch Coco on the big screen with live orchestral accompaniment by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, bringing this beloved story to life in a unique way with your family this weekend in Vancouver.
Family Fun at the Applebarn
Date and Time: August 29 - October 31, 2024
Address: Taves Family Farms Applebarn, 333 Gladwin Rd, Abbotsford
Price: Free & Ticketed activities
Enjoy apple picking, corn mazes, hay rides, and more at the Applebarn. Perfect for families looking for fall fun in the Fraser Valley this weekend.
Fund Raisers and Charity Events
Zumbathon® Charity Event Beat Cancer
Date and Time: Sunday, September 29, 2024 · 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Address: Russian Hall, 600 Campbell Ave, Vancouver, V6A 3K1
Price: CA$22.63
Support Breast Cancer awareness while dancing with Asal & Maira in a 90-minute Zumba class. All proceeds benefit BC Cancer, making it a fun and meaningful way to give back.
Pub Fundraiser - Buffalo Bills vs Baltimore Ravens with DJ Bpricey
Date and Time: Sunday, September 29, 2024 · 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Address: London Pub, 700 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 0B1
Price: CA$20.00
Watch Buffalo Bills vs Baltimore Ravens while enjoying a lively night of tunes by DJ Bpricey. Participate in a Toonie Toss, 50/50 draw, silent auction, and games—all while supporting a good cause this weekend!
Date and Time: Sunday, September 29, 2024 · 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Address: Good Co. Steveston, 4020 Bayview Street, Richmond
Price: CA$54.58
Youth Empowerment & Strength Fundraiser
Support at-risk youth in the community by joining this inspiring event. Enjoy a meal, drinks, raffle prizes, and a silent auction while making a positive impact on young lives.
Date and Time: Sunday, September 29, 2024 · 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Address: 2111 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C6
Price: CA$6.66
Parking Lot Thrift and Vintage Fundraiser
Shop vintage and thrift items while supporting Club Soda’s mission to provide safe, alcohol-free spaces for people in recovery. Every purchase helps keep these events accessible to all.
If you're looking for exciting events in Vancouver this weekend, you’re lucky! From lively festivals and outdoor adventures to cultural experiences and family-friendly activities, Vancouver has something for everyone. Whether you're planning a night out or a fun-filled day, the city is brimming with possibilities. Don’t miss out—start planning your weekend itinerary now and make the most of all the things to do in Vancouver this weekend!