Have you ever thought that September is just like Monday?
It’s sort of slow compared to the rest of the year. Getting through the work week gets tougher but the weekend is even more rewarding.
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From delicious bites to roller disco, here is everything you need to check out this weekend.
Events in Vancouver This Weekend
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Friday, September 8
Outdoor shopping | Night Markets
The Illumination Night Market, Richmond Night Market, and North Vancouver Shipyards Night Market are all open this weekend.
Awareness | World Suicide Prevention Day Celebration
Friday, September 8th, 2017 is World Suicide Prevention Day Celebration. The Vancouver Art Gallery will hold a rally on this day from 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. They will have an art installation of 500 pairs of shoes representing the average number of British Columbians who die by suicide each year.
Football | BC Lions
The BC Lions take on the Montreal Alouettes at BC Place. Kickoff is at 7:00 p.m.
Art | The West Fine Art Show
The West Fine Art Show takes place this weekend from Friday, September 8th – Sunday, September 10th, 2017. Held at The Glass House Estate Winery, it features 17 of Canada’s finest artists. Admission is free.
Festival | Vancouver Fringe Festival 2017
Vancouver Fringe Festival 2017 takes place from Thursday, September 7th – Sunday, September 17th, 2017. It features 100 shows and 700 performances.
Expo | Canada India International Expo 2017
Canada India International Expo 2017 takes place in Cloverdale from Thursday, September 7th – Sunday, September 10th, 2017. The expo offers businesses in India and Canada plenty of investment opportunities.
Saturday, September 9
Collectibles | Coins, Stamps, and Collectibles Show
The Coins, Stamps, and Collectibles Show takes place this weekend on Saturday, September 9th and Sunday, September 10th, 2017. It will feature 40 tables of collectibles.
All-ages | Wesbrook Village Festival 2017
On from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., the festival promises to be a day full of free, fun activities for all ages. It will have live music, a kid’s zone with kid’s performers and bounce castles, local artisans, and their signature free BBQ.
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Community | Pie in the Plaza
Celebrate Agriculture Week at Central City Plaza on Saturday, September 9th, 2017 and witness the creation of BC’s largest blueberry pie. Grab a slice and enjoy free entertainment.
Sports | Vancouver Whitecaps
The Vancouver Whitecaps take on the Real Salt Lake this Saturday at BC Place. Kickoff is at 7:00 p.m.
Race | Coquitlam Crunch Diversity Challenge
This event supports the Dogwood Nothin’ Dragon Masters and the Coquitlam Foundation’s Diversity Fund. It takes place this weekend on Saturday, September 9th, 2017. Admission is $5-$30.
Food festival | Fraser Valley Food Truck Festival
The Fraser Valley Food Truck Festival is returning once again for the fall season. It’s first stop is in Fort Langley on Saturday, September 9th, 2017. From 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., 22 hand picked food trucks will be serving up delicious bites.
Showcase | Vancouver Luxury & Supercar Weekend 2017
The Luxury & Supercar Weekend returns to Vancouver on Saturday, September 9th, 2017. The events kicks off at 11:00 a.m. on September 9th and concludes on Sunday, September 10th at 5:00 p.m. Entering its 8th year, the two day show event is Canada’s premier luxury lifestyle event. It showcases bespoke selections in automotive design, fashion, watches and jewellery.
Sunday, September 10
Disco | Robson Square Pop-Up Roller Disco 2017
Back by popular demand, Rollerskate Vancouver is proud to present another Pop-Up Roller Disco on Sunday, September 10th, 2017. It takes place from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at the Robson Square Skating Rink. You’ll experience classic roller rink vibes with big hair, short shorts, long socks, and all of the disco, funk, R&B and glam rock you can handle. DJ K-Tel will be spinning tunes all night long.
Food truck | Streetfood Vancouver Festival 2017
The Streetfood Vancouver Festival will take place on Sunday, September 10th, 2017. Streetfood Vancouver Festival will feature 22 food trucks and vendors. The event will include Jamaican, French, Malaysian, and Italian cuisine. Classic comfort foods such as mac n cheese are also included.
Awareness | Parkinson SuperWalk
This free event takes place Ceperley Playground, located in Stanley Park. From 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. come together with numerous communities to raise awareness about Parkinson’s.
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