September 2026 Events Calendar in Vancouver

Welcome to the September 2026 Events Calendar, your complete guide to what’s happening across Vancouver as summer transitions into early autumn. From cultural festivals and live performances to family-friendly activities, food events, and outdoor experiences, September offers a perfect balance of summer energy and fall vibes.

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 post-summer outings, back-to-school activities, or weekend adventures, this calendar helps you stay informed all month long.

What’s Happening in Vancouver – September 2026

September in Vancouver is marked by cooler evenings, vibrant cultural programming, and a busy events calendar. Expect music and arts festivals, food and drink events, community celebrations, outdoor markets, and seasonal attractions across the city. It’s an excellent month for exploring both indoor venues and outdoor spaces.

This page will be updated regularly as new September events are announced.

September 2026 Events at a Glance

• August 31 – September 6, 2026 (Monday–Sunday)

Things to Do in Vancouver This Labour Day Long Weekend (September 4–7, 2026)

This guide is provided by Vancouver Page Local Events Guide

Labour Day long weekend 2026 is stacked with things to do across Metro Vancouver — from the final stretch of the PNE Fair and back-to-back Tame Impala shows at Rogers Arena, to Shakespeare on the beach, a professional rodeo in Langley, and a full slate of free cultural festivals. Whether you're looking for major concerts, family-friendly outdoor fun, or a low-key neighbourhood stroll, here's everything worth putting on your calendar, ranked by popularity.

1. PNE Fair 2026

Vancouver's biggest end-of-summer tradition wraps up Labour Day weekend with SuperDogs celebrating their 50th anniversary, Wizard of Oz on Ice, the Westcoast Lumberjack Show, nightly fireworks, and dozens of daily performances.

• Date: Daily through September 7, 2026
• Time: 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
• Location: Pacific National Exhibition, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Regular tickets and Fair Season Passes on sale

2. Tame Impala: The Deadbeat Tour

Kevin Parker brings his psychedelic, genre-bending live show to Rogers Arena for two full nights, giving fans a rare back-to-back chance to catch The Deadbeat Tour's immersive visuals and career-spanning setlist.

• Date: September 5–6, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM–10:00 PM
• Location: Rogers Arena, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Ticketed, prices vary by seating

3. PNE Summer Night Concerts

The PNE's new outdoor amphitheatre closes out its debut season with a huge run of shows: Earth, Wind & Fire (Sept 4), Pierce The Veil (Sept 5), Sarah McLachlan (Sept 6), and Boy George & Culture Club (Sept 7).

• Date: Nightly through September 7, 2026
• Time: Varies by performer
• Location: Freedom Mobile Arch, PNE Fairgrounds, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: From approximately $49 plus fees (includes PNE Fair admission)

4. Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival

Canada's largest professional Shakespeare festival is in full swing over the long weekend, with The Merry Wives of Windsor, Macbeth, Goblin: Oedipus, and Antigone all playing against a backdrop of English Bay and the North Shore mountains.

• Date: Performances running through September 19, 2026
• Time: Evening performances, times vary by production
• Location: Vanier Park, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Tickets from $30+

5. Valley West Stampede

Langley's only CPRA-sanctioned professional rodeo runs all four days of the long weekend, with bull riding, barrel racing, saddle bronc, nightly live music, a Cowboy Church service, and All Star Wrestling.

• Date: September 4–7, 2026
• Time: Gates open 11:00 AM daily (VIP Dinner starts 6:00 PM Friday)
• Location: Langley Riders Society, Langley, BC
• Admission: Ticketed; VIP Dinner sold separately, see event page for general admission pricing

6. Vancouver TAIWANfest

A three-day celebration of Taiwanese heritage with live performances from the Nanwang Sisters, P!SCO, and Zixuan & Slow Train, plus craft workshops, an Artist Market, and cultural exhibitions exploring identity and heritage.

• Date: September 5–7, 2026
• Time: 12:00 PM–6:00 PM daily
• Location: Downtown Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Not specified — see event page for details

7. Nikkei Matsuri: Japanese Summer Festival

Now in its 14th year, this Japanese cultural festival features taiko drumming, the Mikoshi procession, Bon Odori dancing, more than 20 food vendors, and a special performance from Tsugaru shamisen master Shuichiro Kuboki.

• Date: Zenyasai September 4; Main Festival September 5–6, 2026
• Time: Zenyasai 3:00 PM–10:00 PM | Main Festival 11:00 AM–7:00 PM daily
• Location: Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre, Burnaby, BC
• Admission: $12 advance online | $15 at the gate | Free for under 18, seniors 65+, and members; free entry for everyone 6:00–7:00 PM daily

8. Serbian Days Festival

Vancouver's largest and longest-running Serbian community festival turns 36 this year, with traditional food, sport tournaments, kids' activities, and cultural programming.

• Date: September 5–6, 2026
• Time: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM both days
• Location: St. Sava Church, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Free to attend; food and items available for purchase

9. Richmond Sunflower Festival

Walk through acres of blooming sunflowers, catch weekend live music, take a wagon or train ride, and visit the on-site Country Vines Winery.

• Date: Daily through September 7, 2026
• Time: 12:00 PM–7:00 PM
• Location: Richmond Country Farms, Richmond, BC
• Admission: Ticketed — see event page for pricing

10. Turkish Festival

A free celebration of Turkish and Turkic culture featuring whirling dervish performances, live saz and drum music, and food like döner, gözleme, and dondurma.

• Date: September 6, 2026
• Time: 1:00 PM–8:00 PM
• Location: The Shipyards, North Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Free

11. Tatus Festival at the PNE Fair

This Indigenous cultural festival presented by Canoe Cultures Society features two stacked days of music from artists including George Leach, Crystal Shawanda, and Shawnee Kish.

• Date: September 4–5, 2026
• Time: From 12:30 PM through the evening
• Location: PNE Fair, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Included with PNE Fair admission

12. Aritzia Warehouse Sale

One of Vancouver's biggest annual shopping events continues all weekend with deep discounts, just steps from Waterfront SkyTrain Station.

• Date: Through September 7, 2026
• Time: 7:00 AM–9:00 PM (Sat) | 9:00 AM–7:00 PM (Sun–Mon)
• Location: Vancouver Convention Centre West, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Free to attend; 50–90% off merchandise

13. White Rock Night Market

The season's last night market brings food trucks, 20+ local makers, live music, and beachfront sunset views to the White Rock waterfront promenade.

• Date: September 4, 2026 (season finale)
• Time: 3:00 PM–9:00 PM
• Location: Marine Drive Promenade, White Rock, BC
• Admission: Free entry; free tickets recommended to reserve

14. Robson Square Summer Dance Series

The final Friday of this 40-plus-year free dance tradition wraps the summer with a Samba lesson and a performance from the UBC Dance Club, plus social dancing under the glass domes.

• Date: September 4, 2026 (season finale)
• Time: 7:00 PM–10:30 PM
• Location: Robson Square, 800 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Free

15. Car Free Day on Commercial Drive

A free, car-free afternoon along The Drive with multiple stages of local music, dance, and performance.

• Date: September 5, 2026
• Time: 12:00 PM–7:00 PM
• Location: Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Free

16. Richmond Night Market

Over 500 international food vendors, 100+ retail booths, live entertainment, and the Night Market Zipline make this a classic long-weekend destination.

• Date: Open through September 20, 2026, including Labour Day Monday
• Time: Friday & Saturday 7:00 PM–12:00 AM | Sunday & holidays 7:00 PM–11:00 PM
• Location: 8351 River Road, Richmond, BC
• Admission: General Admission $7 | Zoom Pass (Express Entry) $40 | Children under 7 & Seniors 60+ Free

17. Carnavalito on the Road

A free, family-friendly Latin American festival from Latincouver with live music, dance, authentic cuisine, and artisan vendors.

• Date: September 6, 2026
• Time: 12:00 PM–8:00 PM
• Location: Royal Coin Park, Langley, BC
• Admission: Free

18. Free First Friday Nights at the Vancouver Art Gallery

Presented by BMO, this monthly free-admission evening lets visitors explore the gallery's exhibitions ahead of the long weekend.

• Date: September 3, 2026 (weekend kickoff)
• Time: 4:00 PM–8:00 PM
• Location: Vancouver Art Gallery, 750 Hornby Street, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Free; timed-entry reservations recommended

19. Gastown Sunday Set

The last Sunday Sessions of the summer transforms historic Water Street into a car-free strip of live DJs, pop-up markets, and patio culture.

• Date: September 6, 2026 (final Sunday of the series)
• Time: 12:00 PM–8:00 PM
• Location: Water Street, Gastown, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Free

20. Junction Public Market

A waterfront container market with street food, a licensed patio, artisan vendors, and live music with harbour views.

• Date: Tuesday–Sunday through September 7, 2026
• Time: 11:00 AM–6:00 PM (vendors) | 11:00 AM–7:00 PM (patio)
• Location: Granville Square, 200 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Free entry

21. Uptown Live Summer Series

A free outdoor performance series with local musicians and street performers gets an extended-hours festival day to close out the summer.

• Date: September 5, 2026 (expanded festival day)
• Time: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
• Location: Uptown New Westminster, BC
• Admission: Free

22. LP: All Is Not Lost Tour

The "Lost on You" singer brings her powerhouse vocals to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre for one night only.

• Date: September 5, 2026
• Time: 8:00 PM
• Location: Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Ticketed, prices vary by seating

23. Altin Gün: North America Tour 2026

Grammy-nominated Turkish psych-groove band Altin Gün plays a 19+ show blending Anatolian folk with funk and synth-pop.

• Date: September 6, 2026
• Time: Doors 7:00 PM, show 8:00 PM
• Location: The Pearl, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: Ticketed, general admission only (4-ticket limit per person)

24. Vancouver Reptile Expo

BC breeders showcase reptiles, amphibians, arachnids, and bioactive supplies at the exotic pet hobby's new Richmond home.

• Date: September 5, 2026
• Time: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Location: Hilton Vancouver Airport, 5911 Minoru Boulevard, Richmond, BC
• Admission: Adults $10 | Children under 12 & Seniors $5 | Family (2 adults + 2 children) $25 — cash only

25. West Van Card Show

Up to 70 vendors gather for sports cards, collectibles, and memorabilia trading at UBC.

• Date: September 5, 2026
• Time: 10:30 AM–3:30 PM
• Location: Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre, UBC, Vancouver, BC
• Admission: $10 cash | $11 card | Kids 7 & under free (with adult)

26. Cinema Under the Stars

The summer's free outdoor movie series wraps up with Zootopia 2 under the stars — bring a blanket and lawn chair.

• Date: September 5, 2026 (final screening)
• Time: 8:00 PM
• Location: Gates Park, Port Coquitlam, BC
• Admission: Free

• September 7 – September 13, 2026 (Monday–Sunday)

Vancouver's weekend calendar is packed from Friday through Sunday, with a strong lineup of cultural festivals alongside Shakespeare on the beach, a cycling classic to Whistler, Fraser Valley harvest festivals, and free family celebrations across Metro Vancouver. Here's where to spend your weekend, starting with the city's cultural celebrations, followed by more events ranked by popularity and newest additions to the calendar — with dates, locations, and links so you can plan ahead.

Cultural Festivals & Celebrations

1. Vancouver Queer Film Festival

Date: In-person September 10–20, 2026

Location: Various venues, Downtown Vancouver, BC

Now in its 38th year and opening this week, this festival brings queer, trans, and Two Spirit cinema to downtown screens with sliding-scale tickets from $7–$19 and free admission for self-identifying Indigenous peoples.

2. Vancouver Latin American Film Festival

Date: September 10–20, 2026

Location: Various venues, Vancouver, BC

Celebrating its 24th year and opening this week, VLAFF showcases contemporary Latin American, Latin-Canadian, and Indigenous filmmaking across dozens of screenings and special spotlights.

3. Fiesta Mexicana – El Grito de Independencia

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026, 12:00 PM–7:00 PM

Location: Vancouver Art Gallery & Robson Square, Downtown Vancouver, BC

Marking Mexico's Independence Day, this free celebration features the traditional Grito ceremony, live music, folkloric dance, and authentic Mexican food downtown.

4. stɑl̓əw̓ Pow-Wow

Date: Friday, September 11 – Sunday, September 13, 2026

Location: Langley Events Centre, Langley, BC

Now in its 5th year, this drug- and alcohol-free celebration of Indigenous culture on Kwantlen First Nation land features dancers, drummers, regalia, and vendors across three days.

5. Polish Festival Vancouver

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026, 1:00 PM–9:00 PM

Location: The Shipyards, North Vancouver, BC

Polish cuisine, traditional crafts, cultural exhibits, and children's activities bring a taste of Poland to the North Shore. Free admission.

6. Filipino Fest 2026

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026, 11:00 AM–4:00 PM

Location: Museum of Surrey, 17710 56A Ave, Surrey, BC

A free celebration of Filipino culture with live performances, traditional dance, food trucks, storytelling, and family activities.

More Things to Do This Weekend

7. Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival

Date: Through September 19, 2026 (performances nightly, including this weekend)

Location: Sen̓áḵw / Vanier Park, 1695 Whyte Avenue, Vancouver, BC

Canada's largest professional Shakespeare festival stages four productions — The Merry Wives of Windsor, Macbeth, Goblin: Oedipus, and Antigone — inside tents overlooking English Bay and the North Shore mountains. Tickets from $30.

8. RBC GranFondo Whistler

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026

Location: Vancouver to Whistler, BC (traffic-free route)

Voted North America's best Gran Fondo, this iconic ride takes cyclists from Vancouver to Whistler on roads closed to traffic, with distance categories from 55km to 152km and a festival finish line. Registration from $225.

9. Vancouver Fringe Festival

Date: September 10–20, 2026 (shows running all weekend)

Location: Various venues, Vancouver, BC

More than 80 shows spanning theatre, comedy, dance, drag, and music make up this beloved 11-day festival, kicking off this week, with 100% of ticket profits going directly to the performing artists.

10. Barnside Harvest Festival

Date: Friday, September 11 – Sunday, September 13, 2026

Location: Paterson Park, Ladner, BC

Three days of headline music — including JJ Wilde, Marianas Trench, Big Wreck, Smash Mouth, Tom Cochrane, and Kim Mitchell — paired with an artisan village, food trucks, and a farm-fresh beer garden.

11. Coho Festival

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026

Location: Ambleside Park, West Vancouver, BC

A West Vancouver tradition since 1979, this zero-waste event celebrates BC's Coho salmon with a signature salmon barbecue, live music, environmental education, and a welcome from the Squamish Nation.

12. Car Free Day on Main Street

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026, 12:00 PM–7:00 PM

Location: Main Street, Vancouver, BC

Main Street goes fully pedestrian for an afternoon of live music across multiple stages, local vendors, food trucks, and family-friendly activities. Free admission.

13. Picklefest Vancouver

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026, 11:00 AM–7:00 PM (VIP from 10:00 AM)

Location: City Centre Artist Lodge, 2111 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

Canada's first and largest pickle festival brings 40+ vendors, a homemade pickling contest, and live music to Main Street. General admission $25.

14. Fall at the Farm at Maan Farms

Date: Begins Saturday, September 12, 2026 (runs through November 1), 9:00 AM–6:00 PM

Location: Maan Farms, Abbotsford, BC

A newly expanded Forest Pumpkin Patch, two corn mazes, and a full Barnyard Adventureland with ziplines, jumping pillows, and pedal go-karts kick off the fall season this weekend. Ticketed, ages 3+.

15. Magic of Fall at Taves Family Farms

Date: Begins Saturday, September 12, 2026

Location: Taves Family Farms, Abbotsford, BC

Corn mazes, a gnome-crafted Magical Pumpkin Garden, a petting barn, and a new play area open for the season this weekend, making it a top pick for fall family outings. Advance reservations recommended.

16. Richmond Farm Fest 2026

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026, 11:00 AM–4:00 PM

Location: KPU Farm at Garden City Lands, Richmond, BC

A free, family-friendly day of live music, culinary demos, community garden tours, and pop-up performers celebrating Richmond's farming heritage.

17. North Shore Kids Fest

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Location: North Shore Shipyards, 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver, BC

More than 20 free performances — dance, music, gymnastics, martial arts, and more — fill the main stage at one of the North Shore's biggest family events.

18. Flo Fest

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026, 3:00 PM–7:30 PM

Location: Thunderbird Stadium, 6288 Stadium Rd, Vancouver, BC

A stadium full of yoga, pilates, breathwork, DJ sets, and sound baths for one of Vancouver's biggest wellness gatherings. Tickets from $37.34.

19. Cloverdale Market Days

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

Location: 176th Street, Historic Downtown Cloverdale, Surrey, BC

A free open-air market with local artisan vendors, fresh food, and family-friendly entertainment in one of Surrey's oldest neighbourhoods.

20. Vancouver Hot Sauce Fest

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM

Location: Skript Kitchen, 250 W 3rd Ave, Vancouver, BC

Now in its second year, this festival brings handcrafted hot sauce vendors, a chili eating contest, and rooftop wrestling to a Saturday afternoon.

21. Dance Centre Open House

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026, 10:15 AM–4:00 PM

Location: 677 Davie St, Vancouver, BC

The 25th annual Open House offers free classes, showings, and performances across a range of dance styles, with a special event featuring Ballet Vancouver and Heather Ogden.

22. Splash 2026 Art Auction Collection Exhibition

Date: Through October 1, 2026 (open weekends)

Location: Pendulum Gallery, 885 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC

A free month-long exhibition of roughly 100 original works by Canadian artists ahead of Arts Umbrella's charitable Splash Art Auction, with online bidding open now.

• September 14 – September 20, 2026 (Monday–Sunday)

Things to Do in Vancouver This Weekend: September 18–20, 2026

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This weekend brings one of the busiest cultural calendars of the fall season, headlined by the region-wide BC Culture Days alongside closing weekends for the Fringe, Queer, and Latin American film festivals, a Chinatown dragon parade, and celebrations of Ukrainian, Indian, Spanish, and Chinese heritage across Metro Vancouver. Beyond the cultural lineup, there's a stacked concert at Rogers Arena, the Terry Fox Run, a Whistler beer festival, and plenty more. Here's where to spend your weekend, starting with the city's cultural celebrations, followed by more events ranked by popularity and demand — with dates, locations, and links so you can plan ahead.

Cultural Festivals & Celebrations

1. BC Culture Days in Metro Vancouver

Date: September 18 – October 4, 2026

Location: Venues across Metro Vancouver, BC

Canada's largest public participation campaign for the arts returns with more than 150 free events across the region — workshops, open studios, exhibitions, performances, tours, and hands-on activities for every age and interest, spanning Vancouver, North Vancouver, Richmond, Surrey, Burnaby, and beyond.

2. Vancouver Queer Film Festival

Date: In-person through September 20, 2026 (closing weekend)

Location: Various venues, Downtown Vancouver, BC

Now in its 38th year, this festival wraps its in-person run this weekend with a full slate of queer, trans, and Two Spirit cinema, sliding-scale tickets from $7–$19, and free admission for self-identifying Indigenous peoples.

3. Vancouver Latin American Film Festival

Date: Through September 20, 2026 (closing weekend)

Location: Various venues, Vancouver, BC

Celebrating its 24th year, VLAFF closes out its 11-day run this weekend with dozens of contemporary Latin American, Latin-Canadian, and Indigenous film screenings and special spotlights.

4. Ukrainian New West Fest

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 12:00 PM–8:00 PM

Location: 501 4th Ave, New Westminster, BC

A full street celebration of Ukrainian-Canadian culture drawing 4,500+ attendees, 50+ performances, and 24,000+ perogies eaten in past years, with music, food, and craft honouring 130 years of Ukrainian heritage in Canada. Free to attend.

5. Vancouver Flamenco Festival

Date: September 19–27, 2026

Location: Multiple venues including Performance Works (Granville Island), Alliance Française, and The Dance Centre, Vancouver, BC

Now in its 35th-plus year, this nine-day festival brings local and international flamenco artists together across ticketed concerts, a free outdoor showcase, and free classes and masterclasses.

6. Namaste Canada

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026

Location: Vancouver Art Gallery – North Plaza, Vancouver, BC

Now in its 9th edition, this free celebration of Indian culture brings live music, classical dance, fashion, artisan crafts, and authentic street food to the heart of downtown, with a raffle draw for trips to Delhi. Registration required.

7. Fire Dragon Festival

Date: Friday, September 18 – Saturday, September 19, 2026 (main parade Saturday, 7:00 PM)

Location: Vancouver's Chinatown, main parade at 578 Carrall St

A century-old Hakka tradition comes to Chinatown with a glowing nighttime dragon parade, live drums, and an eye-dotting ceremony, alongside weeks of community art workshops. Free to attend.

8. Festivibe in North Vancouver

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 12:00 PM–10:00 PM

Location: The Shipyards, North Vancouver, BC

Now in its third year, North Vancouver's free multicultural family festival features an all-day main stage of cultural performances, an artisan and wellness market, international food vendors, and a dedicated Kids Village.

9. Mid Autumn Moon Festival

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 12:00 PM–3:00 PM

Location: Mackin Park, 1046 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam, BC

Coquitlam Heritage Society's annual celebration brings lion dancing, live music, crafts, and free mooncake tasting to Mackin Park for a free, family-friendly afternoon.

10. Welcome to Burnaby Fair

Date: Friday, September 18, 2026, 2:00 PM–6:30 PM

Location: Burnaby Village Museum, Burnaby, BC

Part of Welcoming Week, this free community celebration connects newcomers and long-time residents through 40+ resource booths, live cultural performances, and hands-on workshops. Drop-in, rain or shine.

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11. Bring Me The Horizon – POST HUMAN: NeX GEn Tour

Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026, 7:00 PM

Location: Rogers Arena, Vancouver, BC

One of rock's most genre-defying acts brings its ambitious POST HUMAN tour to Rogers Arena for a full night of metalcore, electronic, and pop-influenced sound with elaborate stage production.

12. Terry Fox Run Vancouver

Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026, 8:00 AM registration, 10:00 AM start

Location: Ceperley Park, Stanley Park (behind Second Beach), Vancouver, BC

A national fundraising tradition open to walkers, runners, rollers, and cyclists of all ages, with 10 km and 3 km route options along the Seawall and Lost Lagoon. Free to register; donations support cancer research.

13. Whistler Village Beer Festival

Date: September 16–20, 2026 (Main Event Saturday, September 19, 12:00 PM–5:00 PM)

Location: Whistler Olympic Plaza and various Whistler venues, BC

Now in its 13th year, this five-day festival builds to a Main Event featuring 40+ craft beverage manufacturers pouring 80+ beers, ciders, and cocktails, alongside food trucks, games, and live music. 19+.

14. Vancouver Fringe Festival

Date: Through September 20, 2026 (closing weekend)

Location: Various venues, Vancouver, BC

More than 80 shows spanning theatre, comedy, dance, drag, and music wrap up this beloved 11-day festival, with 100% of ticket profits going directly to the performing artists.

15. Design Vancouver Festival

Date: September 17–27, 2026

Location: Various venues citywide, Vancouver, BC

A citywide celebration of Vancouver's architecture and design community, running open studios, walking tours, talks, and exhibitions, with a new Design District model grouping events by neighbourhood.

16. Bike the Night

Date: Friday, September 18, 2026, 5:00 PM–9:00 PM

Location: David Lam Park & the Vancouver Seawall, Vancouver, BC

HUB Cycling's glowing 10 km night ride along the Seawall has sold out its ride tickets, but the free pre-ride party at David Lam Park — DJ, games, bike tune-ups, and more — remains open to everyone.

17. Stinking Rose Garlic Festival

Date: Saturday, September 19 – Sunday, September 20, 2026

Location: Fantasy Farms, Chilliwack, BC

The last full weekend of summer brings expanded vendors, games, and prizes celebrating the garlic harvest, plus a new SKAtoberfest concert blending German food with Jamaican beats on Saturday night.

18. Big Pirate Run

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026 (Little Pirate Run/Walk starts 10:00 AM)

Location: Garry Point Park, 12011 Seventh Ave, Richmond, BC

Now in its 5th year, this themed run offers distances from a 1–3 km family loop up to a full half marathon along the West Dyke and Middle Arm Trails, with costumes, strollers, and leashed dogs welcome.

19. Agassiz Fall Fair and Corn Festival

Date: September 18–19, 2026

Location: 6800 Pioneer Ave, Agassiz, BC

Now in its 122nd year, this non-profit community tradition draws an average of 10,000 people with a parade, midway rides, exhibits and competitions, farm animals, live music, and fresh local corn.

20. RiverFest at Fraser River Discovery Centre

Date: Friday, September 19, 2026, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM (part of a multi-day series through September 27)

Location: Fraser River Discovery Centre, 788 Quayside Drive, New Westminster, BC

This weekend's leg focuses on guided walks and workshops — including a Coast Salish plant walk and an aquatic animals workshop — as part of a free celebration of BC Rivers Day and World Rivers Day.

21. Taste of Abby

Date: September 18–27, 2026

Location: Various locations across Abbotsford, BC

A ten-day celebration of Abbotsford's food and culture scene, kicking off this weekend with a Friday night market and Saturday's Cup of Cheer and craft beer Flight Path tour.

22. Crave the Heights

Date: September 17–26, 2026

Location: Burnaby Heights, Burnaby, BC

More than 20 restaurants, cafés, and bakeries across Burnaby Heights invite locals to explore the neighbourhood's dining scene over ten days at regular menu pricing.

23. Harvest Fair at Historic Stewart Farm

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 12:00 PM–4:00 PM

Location: Historic Stewart Farm, 13723 Crescent Rd, Surrey, BC

A free day of live music, storytelling, a corn husk doll-making workshop with a Métis artist, food trucks, and a vendor market celebrating the season's harvest.

24. Fall at the Farm at Maan Farms

Date: Now open through November 1, 2026, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM

Location: Maan Farms, Abbotsford, BC

An expanded Forest Pumpkin Patch, two corn mazes, and a full Barnyard Adventureland with ziplines and jumping pillows continue for another weekend of fall family fun. Ticketed, ages 3+.

25. Magic of Fall at Taves Family Farms

Date: Now open daily

Location: Taves Family Farms, Abbotsford, BC

Corn mazes, a gnome-crafted Magical Pumpkin Garden, a petting barn, and a new play area remain open for the season this weekend. Advance reservations recommended.

26. iPhone 18 Pro & Pro Max Launch

Date: Friday, September 18, 2026, Apple Store locations open at 8:00 AM

Location: Apple Store locations across Vancouver, including Pacific Centre

Vancouver's Apple Stores officially open their doors for the iPhone 18 Pro lineup, with in-store pickup available for those who pre-ordered and walk-in availability for new purchases.

From a Chinatown dragon parade and closing weekends for three major film and theatre festivals to Ukrainian, Indian, and Spanish cultural celebrations across the region, this weekend puts Metro Vancouver's cultural diversity front and centre — with a stadium concert, a Terry Fox Run, and plenty of harvest-season fun rounding things out. Pick a couple that fit your plans, check ticket details ahead of time, and make the most of the weekend. Check back with Vancouver Page, Your Trusted Local Events Guide in Vancouver, for updates throughout the season.

• September 21 – September 27, 2026 (Monday–Sunday)

Things to Do in Vancouver This Weekend: September 25–27, 2026

This guide is brought to you by Vancouver Page, Your Trusted Local Events Guide in Vancouver. Fall is in full swing this weekend, with a major Vietnamese cultural celebration downtown, a 40th-anniversary Mid-Autumn Festival at the Chinese Garden, a co-headlining arena concert, one of North America's biggest comic and toy shows, and the first big weekend of pumpkin patch season across the region. Here's where to spend your weekend, organized by category and ranked by popularity and search demand, with dates, locations, and links so you can plan ahead.

Cultural Festivals & Celebrations

Vietnam Festival in Vancouver

Date: Saturday, September 26 – Sunday, September 27, 2026, 10:00 AM–8:00 PM

Location: Vancouver Art Gallery – North Plaza, 750 Hornby St, Vancouver, BC

A free two-day celebration of Vietnamese culture with 60+ vendors, an Áo Dài fashion showcase, V-Pop live performances, a lion dance, and a Trung Thu Mid-Autumn lantern celebration for the whole family.

BC Culture Days in Metro Vancouver

Date: Through October 4, 2026

Location: Venues across Metro Vancouver, BC

Canada's largest public participation campaign for the arts continues this weekend with dozens of free events still to come — workshops, open studios, exhibitions, and performances across Vancouver, the North Shore, Richmond, Surrey, and beyond.

Mid-Autumn Festival: Moon Palace at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden

Date: Saturday, September 26 – Sunday, September 27, 2026, 2:00 PM–9:00 PM

Location: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, 578 Carrall Street, Vancouver, BC

Marking the Garden's 40th anniversary, this milestone Mid-Autumn celebration brings lanterns by the Jade Pond, a lion dance, mooncake demonstrations, and cultural performances into the evening. Ticketed.

Vancouver Flamenco Festival

Date: Through September 27, 2026 (closing weekend)

Location: Performance Works (Granville Island) and other venues, Vancouver, BC

Now in its 35th-plus year, this closing weekend features the guest-artist showcase Nuevo IV on Saturday and La Música del Flamenco on Sunday, alongside free classes and masterclasses at The Dance Centre.

Hakka Youth Fire Dragon Ritual & Cultural Festival

Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026, 3:00 PM–5:30 PM

Location: Chinatown Memorial Plaza, Vancouver, BC

An inaugural, community-built Hakka tradition brings a youth fire dragon crafted from Coast Salish and Hakka medicinal plants to Chinatown, with storytelling, a blessing ceremony, and a chance for the public to dance the dragon to life. Free, all ages.

The Path Forward at the Orpheum

Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026, Family Zone 4:00 PM, Concert 6:00 PM

Location: Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver, BC

Now in its fourth year, this free VSO concert curated by the Indigenous Council brings the Symphony together with Coast Salish artists and musicians, followed by a fashion show from designer Pam Baker. No tickets required.

Mid-Autumn Moon Rabbit Celebration at Lansdowne Centre

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026 (Artisan Market runs through September 27)

Location: Lansdowne Centre, Kiosk Court & Centre Court, Richmond, BC

Bunny encounters, a Hong Kong-style lantern workshop, and rescue-rabbit yoga mark this Mid-Autumn celebration supporting Rabbitats Rescue Society, alongside an artisan market and lantern riddle game.

Vancouver Queer Film Festival

Date: Online streaming (BC only) through September 27, 2026

Location: Streaming anywhere in BC

The 38th edition wraps its final week of online screenings, available province-wide with sliding-scale digital pricing after its in-person run downtown.

Concerts & Comedy

The B-52s * DEVO: Cosmic De-Evolution Tour

Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026, 7:00 PM

Location: Rogers Arena, Vancouver, BC

Two of new wave's most influential bands co-headline Rogers Arena for a night of era-defining hits and unmistakable stage presence.

Nikki Glaser: The Stunning Tour

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026, 9:30 PM

Location: Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Vancouver, BC

One of comedy's most in-demand touring headliners, known for her sharp, unfiltered style and acclaimed Golden Globes hosting, brings a late-night stand-up set to Vancouver.

Food & Drink Festivals

Vancouver Cheese and Meat Festival

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026, 12:00 PM–8:00 PM (three tasting sessions)

Location: The Pipe Shop, 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver, BC

An all-inclusive tasting festival featuring 150+ curated cheese, meat, and drink pairings, with the artisans behind each product on hand to talk through their craft. 19+.

White Rock Craft Beer Festival

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026, 1:00 PM–5:00 PM

Location: Memorial Park, White Rock Museum & Archives, 14970 Marine Drive, White Rock, BC

Now in its 6th year, more than 10 local breweries, cideries, meaderies, and wineries pour 4 oz samples on the White Rock waterfront, with live music and a souvenir tasting glass included. 19+.

Oktoberfest at Austria Vancouver Club

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026, doors 5:30 PM

Location: Austria Vancouver Club, 5851 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC

Authentic Oktoberfest food and beer, live music, games, and traditional competitions kick off the club's three-date fall celebration.

Oktoberfest at Parallel 49

Date: Through October 4, 2026

Location: Parallel 49 Brewing, Vancouver, BC

East Van's low-key, drop-in Oktoberfest continues nightly with German-style beers, schnitzel, bratwurst, and rotisserie chicken.

Negroni Week

Date: Through September 27, 2026

Location: Participating bars and restaurants across Vancouver, BC

The international charitable cocktail celebration wraps its final weekend, with venues across the city putting their own spin on the classic Negroni in support of the Slow Food movement.

Crave the Heights

Date: Through September 26, 2026 (closing weekend)

Location: Burnaby Heights, Burnaby, BC

More than 20 restaurants, cafés, and bakeries wrap their ten-day showcase of Burnaby Heights' dining scene at regular menu pricing.

Taste of Abby

Date: Through September 27, 2026 (closing weekend)

Location: Various locations across Abbotsford, BC

Abbotsford's ten-day celebration of food, drink, and culture wraps its run with the region's best flavours on full display.

Markets & Collectibles

Vancouver Comic and Toy Show

Date: Saturday, September 26 – Sunday, September 27, 2026, 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Location: PNE Forum, Vancouver, BC

Now in its 30th edition, one of the largest independently run comic and toy shows in the world returns with 400 tables of collectibles and a stacked guest lineup spanning former BioWare and Marvel artists.

Vancouver Etsy Co Fall Pop-Up Market

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026, 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Location: Robson Square Ice Rink, Vancouver, BC

More than 80 local designers and makers fill the iconic ice rink for a free, pet-friendly day of shopping downtown, with hands-on craft workshops and a Market Cash giveaway.

Sports & Fitness

Oddball Fall Classic

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026, Races 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Location: Olympic Village / 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver, BC

Dragon Boat BC closes out the season on False Creek with sprint races and the Oddball 2K Challenge, plus free live music, cultural presentations, and family activities at Milton Wong Plaza. Free for spectators.

Under Armour Eastside 10K

Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026 (virtual option runs through September 30)

Location: Gastown, Downtown Eastside, Strathcona & East Vancouver, BC

An established Canada Running Series race through the historic east side, taking runners along heritage and industrial streets rarely closed off to traffic.

Arts, Design & Family

Harvest Days at VanDusen Botanical Garden

Date: Saturday, September 26 – Sunday, September 27, 2026, 10:30 AM–4:30 PM (first of several autumn weekends)

Location: VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, BC

Live bluegrass music, face painting, biodegradable garden sculptures, and the interactive Discovery Tent turn the Learning Garden into a scenic fall outing, included with regular admission.

RiverFest at Fraser River Discovery Centre

Date: Saturday, September 26 & Sunday, September 27, 2026

Location: Fraser River Discovery Centre, 788 Quayside Drive, New Westminster, BC

This weekend brings the Family Fun Zone and Workboat Parade on Saturday, followed by a tour aboard the historic Samson V and the Wooden Boat Society's open house on Sunday. Free, registration required.

Design Vancouver Festival

Date: Through September 27, 2026 (closing weekend)

Location: Various venues citywide, Vancouver, BC

The citywide celebration of Vancouver's architecture and design community wraps its 11-day run with a Saturday Design District day and a closing design film screening Sunday.

Fort Langley International Ukulele Festival

Date: Through Saturday, September 26, 2026

Location: Salishan Place by the River, Fort Langley, BC

A free, week-long celebration closes with two full days of concerts, hula performances, and ukulele jams featuring internationally renowned Hawaiian artists.

Heist

Date: Now playing through October 19, 2026

Location: Granville Island Stage, 2750 Granville St, Vancouver, BC

The Arts Club's heart-racing crime caper follows four brilliant thieves and their mastermind on a multimillion-dollar ruby job gone wrong, packed with snappy dialogue and high-tech theatrics.

Splash Art Auction Collection Exhibition

Date: Through October 1, 2026

Location: Pendulum Gallery, 885 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC

A free exhibition of roughly 100 original works by Canadian artists ahead of Arts Umbrella's 44th annual charitable Splash Art Auction, with online bidding open now.

Fall Pumpkin Patches & Farms

Pumpkin patch season kicks into high gear this weekend, with farms across Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, and beyond opening for the fall — from Richmond Country Farms' 40-year tradition to Laity, Eagle Acres, Aldor Acres, Greendale Acres, Hazelmere, Harvey Fresh Farm's haunted house, and more.

For the full, regularly updated roundup of pumpkin patches near Vancouver, including hours, pricing, and what to expect at each one, see our dedicated guide:

Best Pumpkin Patches Near Vancouver

Every major patch opening this season, organized by location and updated as new farms open for the fall.

From a milestone Mid-Autumn Festival at the Chinese Garden and Vancouver's Vietnamese community turning out at the Art Gallery, to a co-headlining arena show, a legendary comic show, and the first big weekend of pumpkin patch season, this weekend has something for nearly every kind of plan. Pick a couple that fit your schedule, check ticket details ahead of time, and make the most of fall's arrival. Check back with Vancouver Page, Your Trusted Local Events Guide in Vancouver, for updates throughout the season.

• September 28 – October 4, 2026 (Monday–Sunday)

Featured September 2026 Events

Featured events taking place in September 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 September 2026

September offers many family-friendly experiences, including community festivals, educational programs, outdoor attractions, and weekend activities suitable for all ages.

Free & Budget-Friendly Events

September also includes many free and low-cost experiences, such as neighbourhood celebrations, cultural gatherings, outdoor performances, and public exhibitions across Vancouver.

Live Music, Arts & Cultural Events

From live concerts and theatre productions to gallery exhibitions and cultural showcases, September highlights Vancouver’s creative and artistic scene as the city moves into autumn.

Outdoor & Early Autumn Experiences

With mild weather and changing colours, September is ideal for scenic walks, outdoor festivals, harvest-themed events, waterfront activities, and early autumn experiences throughout Vancouver.

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