This Month in Vancouver
Every month in Vancouver is simply bustling with cultural celebrations, concerts, sports events and so much more. Our Concierge team has their fingers on the pulse of all the fun, so check out what’s happening in Vancouver this month. We won’t let you miss a thing!
Summer 2026
Explore all the fun activities and dining events at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver this summer.
Richmond Night Market – Richmondnightmarket.com
Apr 24 – Sep 20 (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holiday Mondays from 7pm – midnight) @ 8351 River Road, Richmond
Discover North America’s largest night market featuring an all-night extravaganza of tastes, smells and sounds with 70 food and 100 retails stalls.
North Vancouver Shipyards Night Market – Shipyardsnightmarket.com
May 15 – Sep 11 (Friday nights 3:00 pm – 10:00 pm) @125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Indulge in a culinary extravaganza, explore unique artisan vendors, enjoy live music and DJ sets while unwinding in the lively beer garden.
FIFA Fan Festival™ Vancouver – Vancouverfwc26.ca
June 11 – July 19 @ Hastings Park
Experience FIFA World Cup™ matches live on screens across the site, then keep the celebration going with live music and entertainment from Canadian and global artists throughout the grounds. General admission floor access is free. Please note capacity is limited, and entry is first-come, first-served. For fans looking to elevate their experience, ticketed options are available.
Please see concierge for a full listing of live performances.
Italian Day – Italianday.ca
June 14 (noon to 8pm) @ Commercial Drive
Feast on food and drink offered by merchants, vendors, and al fresco patios. Enjoy live music, dancing in the streets, and a love of Italian lifestyle – fashion and design.
The Vancouver International Jazz Festival – Coastaljazz.ca
June 19 – July 5 @ Various locations
The 40th annual Vancouver International Jazz Festival returns from June 19 to July 5, featuring over 150 performances across Vancouver and the North Shore. The festival blends international headliners, local artists, and emerging talent, including free outdoor concerts at the Vancouver Art Gallery and Granville Island.
Please see concierge for a full listing of concerts.
Greek Day – Greekday.com
June 28 @ West Broadway between MacDonald and Blenheim
Enjoy authentic Greek cuisine, live entertainment, family fun and a marketplace with artisan crafts and Greek products.
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra – Vancouversymphony.ca
All concerts at the Orpheum Theatre
June 3 – Kayhan Kalhor – Kamancheh (Persian Spiked Fiddle)
June 4 – Broadway Spectacular – Tea and Trumpets
June 5 & 6 – VSO Pops – Kings of Soul
June 7 – The Unicorn’s Birthday
Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival – Bardonthebeach.org
June 09 – Sept 19 @ Vanier Park
Western Canada’s largest professional Shakespeare festival returns for its 37th season, in modern theatre tents against a spectacular ocean backdrop in Vanier Park. This summer features productions of Merry Wives of Windsor, Macbeth, Goblin: Oedipus, and Antigone.
Jim Jefferies – Jimjefferies.com
June 12 @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Australian comedian and actor
Candlelight Concerts – Feverup.com/en/vancouver/candlelight
Christ Church Cathedral (690 Burrard St.)
Discover the music of your favourite artists under the gentle glow of candlelight.
June 12 – The Best of Hans Zimmer June 12 – Best of Bridgerton on Strings
La La Land in Concert – Hurwitzconcerts.com/la-la-land-in-concert
June 20 @ Orpheum Theatre
Experience the Oscar®-winning score and Academy Award®-winning song “City of Stars” performed live-to-film by a symphony orchestra, choir, and jazz ensemble.
Mumford & Sons
June 2 @ Rogers Arena
English folk rock band
Louis Tomlinson
June 3 @ Pacific Coliseum
Singer and former member of One Direction
Alex Warren
June 14 @ Rogers Arena
Singer-songwriter and YouTuber
Madison Beer
June 15 @ Thunderbird UBC
Pop singer and songwriter
Bonnie Raitt
June 16 @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Blues rock singer and guitarist
Ne-Yo & Akon
June 17 @ Rogers Arena
Award winning R&B artists
Kid Cudi
June 19 @ Rogers Arena
American rapper and producer
Pink Martini
June 25 @The Orpheum
Little Orchestra blending classical, jazz and pop
Don Toliver
June 25 @ Rogers Arena
American R&B and hip-hop artist
MGK
Jun 29 @ Rogers Arena
American rapper with guest Wiz Khalifa
World Cup Football – FIFA.com
June 13 – July 19 @ BC Place Stadium
The biggest-ever FIFA World Cup will feature seven matches at BC Place Stadium as part of the 104 games from the 48-team tournament.
June 13 Australia vs Turkey
June 18 Canada vs Qatar
June 21 New Zealand vs Egypt
June 24 Canada vs Switzerland
June 26 New Zealand vs Belgium
Canadians MLIB Baseball @ Nat Bailey Stadium – Milb.com/vancouver
June 9 – 14 vs Everett Aquasox
June 30 – July 5 vs Eugene Emeralds
Concierge Dining Guide
Allow our concierge team to share their advice (and help secure reservations) to their top picks for the best places to dine in Vancouver.
Concierge Activity Guides
For every season, our experienced concierge team has rounded up all the best activities for you to enjoy. From the mild to the wild, learn more about all the adventures waiting for you to explore during your stay in Vancouver.
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