Clear skies and our beautiful mountains can finally be seen as the wildfire smoke has cleared across metro Vancouver.
A mixture of sun and clouds is expected throughout the week and there is plenty to go outside for.
From outdoor movies to concerts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
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Must Things To Do In Metro Vancouver This Week
Yoga | Free Outdoor Yoga At Kits Beach + Riley Park
The daily free yoga classes are organized by Mat Collective. Not to mention, they will feature 1-3 classes each day with a variety of different levels.
Amusement park | Playland At The PNE
Now open daily from 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Playland is the ultimate summer activity. Thrilling rides, fun arcade games, mini donuts, and caramel apples are all back to help create the perfect summer experience.
Rock | Metallica
Metallica have been one of the biggest names in rock music for more than 30 years, electrifying generations of fans. They come to BC Place on Monday, August 14th, 2017.
Outdoor shopping | Night Markets
The Illumination Night Market, Richmond Night Market, and North Vancouver Shipyards Night Market are all now open. In addition, Fridays on Front, a brand new weekly night market experience in Downtown New West is now open. Fridays on Front will run every Friday evening from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. for eight consecutive weeks on the 600-block of Front Street.
Exploration | FraserFEST 2017
FraserFEST 2017 celebrates our watersheds with a series of river adventures and wild salmon feasts in communities along the Fraser River. The festival runs from Sunday, August 6th – Sunday, August 27th, 2017. Participants learn about the Fraser’s history, culture, the issues threatening its health, solutions for change, as well as how to take action.
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Outdoor movie | Stanley Park Outdoor Movies
Grab some lawn chairs, blankets, snacks, your best friends or date, and head out to this years Stanley Park outdoor movies. The films are shown every Tuesday night at dusk in July and August (weather permitting) at the beautiful and scenic Second Beach in Stanley Park. This week’s movie being played is Harry Potter & The Chamber of Secrets.
Outdoor exercise | Richmond Yoga In The Park 2017
The City of Richmond is hosting Yoga in the Park on Wednesday, August 16th, 2017. The free event is being held at Thompson Community Centre from 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Yogis of all ages are welcomed to join this fun evening.
Film | “We Are Vancity” 2017
Vancity Feature is proud to present a short film that showcases the city of Vancouver’s beauty, culture, and community. It takes place on Thursday, August 17th, 2017. Admission is free.
Waterfront movie | Waterfront Cinema Movie Series 2017
Every Thursday evening, enjoy watching a free movie in the beautiful outdoors at the refurbished North Point at Canada Place. This week’s featured movie is Miss Congeniality. It begins at 8:30 p.m.
Interactive model | OH! Vancouver 2017
OH! is a small model of Science World that allows you to control the Vancouver monument. Admission/usage is free and available from 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. every night.
Concert | 2 Chainz
2 Chainz is coming to the Commodore Ballroom this week on Friday, August 18th, 2017. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. and the show begins at 9:30 p.m. The tour marks the release of his new album Pretty Girls Like Trap Music arriving on Friday, June 16th.
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