GET ready for a burst of summer fun with the ongoing return of big events in Vancouver, including the Gastown Grand Prix in mid-July.
During this busy season, the City says its staff work hard to balance special events and filming, while accommodating the necessary upgrades to roads, sewers and water mains.
“Vancouver is great city to be in regardless of the season but summer brings something extra special as we get to participate in and enjoy so many fantastic and long-standing events,” says Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim. “Whether it’s a big event or a small neighbourhood celebration, these events all play an important part in fostering vibrant, thriving communities across the city.”
Upcoming Special Events in Vancouver
June
- Vancouver International Jazz Festival – until July 2
July
- Canada Together – July 1
- Carnaval del Sol – July 7-9
- Khatsahlano Street Party – July 8
- Gastown Grand Prix – July 12
- 2023 Vancouver Folk Music Festival – July 14-16
- Chinatown Festival – July 15/16
- Honda Celebration of Lights – July 22/26/29
August
- Mural Fest Mt. Pleasant – August 4-13
- Powell Street Festival – August 5-6
- Pride Parade – August 6
- Monstercat Compound – August 26
- Granville Block Party – August 26-27
- Festival of India – August 26-27
September
- TAIWANfest – September 2-4
- RBC Gran Fondo – September 9
- Car Free Day, Commercial Drive – September 9
- Car Free Day, Main Street – September 16
- Word Vancouver – September 16
- Car Free Day, Denman Street – September 24
- Under Armour Eastside 10K – September 24
For information about traffic impacts, follow #VanTraffic on Twitter, listen to your local radio station, check the Van311 app, or visit vancouver.ca/road-
Thinking about cycling to an event? Many events and popular destinations (including Granville Island) offer their own free and secure bike valet services. Check out an event’s website for information before heading out. TransLink also sponsors a number of bike valets and bike parkades, including the Vancouver City Centre Bike Valet.
