Family friendly events in Vancouver this weekend: August 23-24
Summer fun is far from over, and Metro Vancouver is bursting with exciting family festivals this weekend, August 23-24! Head to the PNE Fair for thrilling rides and games, explore the Richmond Maritime Festival, or bring your pup to Pet-A-Palooza in Yaletown for some tail-wagging fun. Don’t miss out on the Farewell to Summer Fireworks Festival or the Richmond Sunflower Festival. These free or paid, family-friendly events are the perfect way to soak up the last days of summer before school starts!
Six family friendly events this weekend
Richmond Maritime Festival
August 23-24, Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, 5180 Westwater Dr, Richmond, 11am-6pm
Ahoy, parents! The Richmond Maritime Festival is back for its 22nd year at the Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, from 11am to 6pm, and it’s FREE! Explore the 8-acre site with your family, where you’ll discover live music, tasty food trucks, maritime-themed activities, beautifully restored wooden boats, and more. Dive into Richmond’s rich heritage as you tour historic buildings that tell the stories of the multicultural communities who once worked these shipyards. It’s a perfect summer outing for all ages—don’t miss it!
Richmond Sunflower Festival
Get ready for the 7th annual sunflower wonderland! With 90+ varieties of sunflowers, dahlias, and gladiolas spread across 20 acres, the Richmond Sunflower Festival is a must-visit family fun destination!
- Time: weekdays 1pm-8pm, weekends 10am-8pm
- Location: 12900 Steveston Hwy, Richmond, B.C.
- Buy Tickets at the gate
PNE
August 16-September 1, 2025, 2901 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC
Wrap up your summer in style at the PNE Fair—Vancouver’s ultimate end-of-summer bash! Round up your family and friends for a day packed with fun. Catch the legendary SuperDogs, belt out tunes with the Dueling Pianos, check out cool agricultural exhibits. There are cooking demos for the foodies, Music in the Park for the music lovers, and, of course, the iconic Summer Night Concerts!
Indulge in all your favorite fair eats, scream your lungs out on Playland’s wild rides, try your luck at the midway games (hello, giant prizes!), or just kick back and soak up the summer vibes with your crew.
Farewell to Summer Fireworks Festival
August 23, 3pm-930pm, New Westminster Quay, 810 Quayside Drive,
The Hyack Festival Association is throwing an epic summer send-off, and you’re invited! Head down to the New Westminster Quay for a day of fun, filled with unique artisan market vendors, awesome exhibitors, live entertainment, and mouthwatering food. And don’t miss the grand finale—an unforgettable fireworks show that will light up the sky and wow thousands of excited spectators. Be sure to grab your spot and be part of the magic!
Granville Block Party
August 23-24, Granville Street (Granville x Robson intersection), 1pm-7pm
Get ready for the Granville Block Party, a fun-filled event perfect for families! Enjoy live music across three stages with incredible acts from the Van Vogue Jam, plus a Locals Lounge Stage featuring fresh new talent. Kids will love the mini golf, arts & crafts, and street performances, while adults can sip on Red Truck Beer or The Little Margarita Wagon and indulge in tasty eats from the Red Truck Food Truck. Don’t miss out on local goods at the Vintage & Handmade Society Market, cool activations from The Rec Room, and more!
Pet-A-Palooza
August 24, 2025, Yaletown, 1100 Mainland Street, Vancouver, 11am-4pm
Get ready for PET-A-PALOOZA, the West Coast’s biggest outdoor pet festival, and the ultimate summer fun for you and your furry friends! This free, family-friendly event is packed with exciting activities like a pool party and foam party just for dogs, yoga with adoptable puppies, and even a hilarious peanut butter licking contest. Plus, your pet can sample treats, toys, and grab loads of free goodies while you enjoy a fun day out with the whole family!
