Welcome to the August 2026 Events Calendar, your complete guide to what’s happening across Vancouver during the peak of summer. From outdoor festivals and waterfront celebrations to live concerts, cultural events, family-friendly activities, and late-summer experiences, August is packed with things to do across the city.
This guide is curated and provided by Vancouver Page, your trusted local source for discovering events, attractions, and experiences in Vancouver. Whether you’re planning summer weekends, holiday outings, or free outdoor adventures, this calendar helps you stay informed all month long.
What’s Happening in Vancouver – August 2026
August in Vancouver is all about summer vibes. Expect major outdoor festivals, live music and concerts, cultural celebrations, food and drink events, night markets, sporting events, and family-friendly activities across the city. With warm weather and long daylight hours, August is ideal for enjoying Vancouver’s outdoor lifestyle from morning to night.
This page will be updated regularly as new August events are announced.
August 2026 Events at a Glance
July 27 – August 2, 2026 (Monday–Sunday)
August 3 – August 9, 2026 (Monday–Sunday)
August 10 – August 16, 2026 (Monday–Sunday)
August 17 – August 23, 2026 (Monday–Sunday)
August 24 – August 30, 2026 (Monday–Sunday)
August 31 – September 6, 2026 (Monday–Sunday)
Featured August 2026 Events
Featured events taking place in August will be highlighted here. Each featured listing will include event dates, location details, admission information, a short overview, and a link to the full event page.
Family-Friendly Events in August 2026
August is perfect for family outings, offering outdoor festivals, summer attractions, kid-friendly activities, community celebrations, and school-break events suitable for all ages.
Free & Budget-Friendly Events
August features many free and low-cost experiences, including outdoor concerts, cultural festivals, public celebrations, beach events, and community gatherings across Vancouver.
Live Music, Arts & Cultural Events
From large outdoor concerts and music festivals to theatre performances and cultural showcases, August highlights Vancouver’s vibrant arts and entertainment scene.
Outdoor & Late-Summer Experiences
With warm temperatures and long evenings, August is ideal for beach days, waterfront festivals, outdoor movies, night markets, cycling events, and scenic late-summer experiences throughout Vancouver.
How to Use This August Events Calendar
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This August 2026 Events Calendar is proudly created and maintained by Vancouver Page, a local platform dedicated to helping residents and visitors discover the best events, attractions, and experiences in Vancouver.
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