BC Day 2017

This year, BC Day falls on Monday, August 7. We have compiled a list of BC Day 2017 long weekend events and activities taking place throughout Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. Throughout 2017, Canada 150 celebrations are taking place. Some of the events we have included in this blog post include complimentary Canada 150 admission.

Now, to the weather report. This BC Day 2017 long weekend is forecasted to be sunny with a high of 34°C .

Let’s dive in!

Family-Friendly Events

Make lasting summer memories with your family and friends this BC Day 2017 long weekend. Check out these family-friendly events taking place.

39th Annual Vancouver Pride Parade
Davie Street, Vancouver
Sunday, August 6 at 12:00 PM

Honda Celebration of Light
English Bay, Vancouver
Saturday, August 5 at 10:00 PM

Playland at the PNE
2901 East Hastings Street, Vancouver
Open May 6 – September 17

41st Annual Powell Street Festival
Powell Street, Vancouver
Saturday, August 5 & Sunday, August 6

Burnaby BC Day Celebrations
Burnaby Village Museum – 6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
Monday, August 7 at 11:00 AM

1st Anniversary of Brigade Days
Fort Langley National Historic Site, Langley
Saturday, August 5 – Monday, August 7

17th Annual Caribbean Festival
Albion Fairgrounds – 23448 105 Avenue, Maple Ridge
Saturday, August 5 & Sunday, August 6

Farmer’s Markets

There are many great farmers markets that are in full swing around Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Buy local and discover a farmer’s market in your community.

Burnaby Farmer’s Market
4949 Canada Way, Burnaby
Open May 6 – October 28 (Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM)

Trout Lake Farmer’s Market
John Hendry Park – 3300 Victoria Drive, Vancouver
May 6 – October 21 (Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM)

West End Farmer’s Market
1100 Comox Street, Vancouver
May 27 – October 21 (Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM)

River District Farmer’s Market
8683 Kerr Street, Vancouver
May 13 – October 14 (Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM)

Night Markets

All of the local night markets are open for the season. Have you attended any already? If you haven’t, enjoy the good eats, good finds, and good times!

Richmond Night Market
8351 River Road, Richmond
Open May 12 – October 17 (Friday, Saturday, Sundays & Holidays)

International Summer Night Market
12631 Vulcan Way, Richmond
Open May 5 – September 10 (Friday, Saturday, Sundays & Holidays)

Shipyards Night Market
138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Open May 5 – September 29 (Fridays)

Explore the Outdoors

Explore our beautiful province this long weekend. Check out Vancouver Trails for information about local hikes and useful resources.

From everyone here at Longevity Graphics, we hope you have a great BC Day 2017 Long Weekend.