10 Best Things to Do in Vancouver This Week (August 4–7)
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10 Best Things to Do in Vancouver This Week (August 4–7)
The long weekend may be behind us, but Vancouver's summer momentum shows no signs of slowing. Whether you're craving open-air cinema under the stars, world-class theatre, or a beachfront arts festival, the city is serving up a packed calendar. Here are 10 standout picks for August 4 through 7.
Vines Art Festival
Vancouver's Vine Arts Society returns with its annual celebration of artists working at the intersection of land, water, and relational justice. The 2026 edition orbits around the theme of transformation — making visible what society often prefers to ignore. Expect free concerts, performances, and workshops scattered across the city's parks and beaches.
When: August 5–15, 2026 | Where: Various parks and beaches across Vancouver | Cost: Free

Harmony Arts Festival
West Vancouver's beloved summer tradition spans two weekends of artisan markets, cultural programming, live music, and food stalls, all set against the waterfront backdrop of Ambleside Beach.
When: July 31 – August 9, 2026 | Where: Ambleside Beach and West Vancouver venues | Cost: Free entry; select concerts ticketed
Evo Summer Cinema: Moulin Rouge
Stanley Park's Tuesday-night outdoor cinema series keeps rolling. This week, Baz Luhrmann's spectacular Moulin Rouge lights up the massive 40-foot screen at Ceperley Park Playground. Bring a blanket.
When: Tuesdays through September 1, 2026; 9–11pm | Where: 8701 Stanley Park Dr. | Cost: Free
Bard on the Beach
Vancouver's signature Shakespeare festival returns with The Merry Wives of Windsor — reimagined in a soccer-obsessed fictional Vancouver suburb. Also on the bill: Macbeth (through Sept 18), Goblin: Oedipus (through Sept 19), and Antigone (through Sept 18).
When: Throughout July, August & September; showtimes at 2pm & 7:30pm | Where: 1695 Whyte St. | Cost: $30–$103
Theatre Under the Stars
Now in its 86th season, this open-air institution at Stanley Park's Malkin Bowl stages two crowd-pleasers: Sister Act and Disney's The Little Mermaid.
When: Through August 22, 2026 | Where: 610 Pipeline Rd. | Cost: $35–$69
Summer Movie Nights: Wicked: For Good
Downtown Van's free Thursday-night screenings continue at the Vancouver Art Gallery's north plaza. This week catch Wicked: For Good on the 33-foot outdoor screen. Pre-show activations kick off at 5pm.
When: Thursdays through August 13, 2026; activations from 5pm, film at dusk | Where: 850 West Georgia St. | Cost: Free
Deckchair Cinema: Speed Racer
The Polygon gallery in North Vancouver revives its popular outdoor cinema series. This week: Speed Racer, the cult-classic anime adaptation from the creators of The Matrix, starring Matthew Fox, John Goodman, and Christina Ricci.
When: Thursdays through August 27, 2026; 7–11pm | Where: 101 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver | Cost: By donation
Speed Dating Walk (Ages 27–42)
Single and ready to mingle along the seawall? This speed-dating event pairs participants for an evening stroll, rotating partners every five minutes. Meet at the Aerodynamic Forms in Space sculpture at 7pm sharp.
When: Friday, August 7, 2026; 7pm | Where: 1940 West Georgia St. | Cost: $11.98
Richmond Night Market
The zipline is back, the sub-$10 happy-hour bites are back, and a fresh wave of attractions has landed at this year's Richmond Night Market — a weekend ritual for locals and visitors alike.
When: Fridays & Saturdays 7pm–midnight, Sundays 7–11pm | Where: 8351 River Rd., Richmond | Cost: $7 general admission
Soccer & Technology — FIFA Museum at Science World
Dive into how innovation has reshaped the beautiful game, from early adjustments to cutting-edge tech. The exhibition also celebrates the 2026 FIFA World Cup host nations, with artefacts tied to Canada's recent international football history on display.
When: Through September 7, 2026; 10am–4pm | Where: 1455 Quebec St. | Cost: $37.50 per adult

