Labour Day weekend is right around the corner, and while we love a spontaneous adventure the week of, it never hurts to plan a couple of things ahead. Will you stay local and check out a cultural festival downtown, venture off to a nearby corn maze, or make a splash at BC’s largest waterpark? Here are some of the best things to do in & around Vancouver on Labour Day 2024.
TAIWANfest Vancouver
This Labour Day weekend, downtown Vancouver is transforming for this year’s TAIWANfest, complete with a first-ever artist market with global vendors, an array of cultural dance and music performances, and art exhibits.
When: Saturday, August 31st to Monday, September 2nd
Where: šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énk Square
Cost: Free and ticketed events
PNE Fair
Labour Day is the last day of the PNE Fair, and you can bet that we’ll be making the most of it! In addition to the return of local faves like SuperDogs and the pyro-musical finale, there are also a ton of exciting artists on the roster, including the ‘I Love 90’s Tour’ on Monday, September 2nd.
When: Until Monday, September 2nd
Where: 2901 East Hastings Street
Cost: $20 for GA in advance, $25 the day of
Burnaby Village Museum
Looking for a daytime activity for the whole family to enjoy? Burnaby Village Museum is celebrating Labour Day with free carrousel rides, historical displays, activities, and live entertainment. This includes a local scavenger hunt, a documentary showing, and an exhibition on caste discrimination called “Overcaste.”
When: Monday, September 2nd
Where: 6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
Cost: Free admission
Cultus Lake Waterpark
It’s your last chance to make a big splash at BC’s largest waterpark on Monday, September 2nd, so don’t miss out!
When: Open daily until Monday, September 2nd
Where: 4150 Columbia Valley Highway, Cultus Lake
Cost: $21-$34
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Visit Kitsilano Pool
Who’s ready for a cool dip? Vancouver’s beloved beachside saltwater pool is finally open for what’s left of the season, and it’s open on Labour Day.
When: Now open
Where: Kitsilano Beach
Cost: $7.41 per adult
Visit a corn maze
If you love an outdoor adventure at the end of summer or early fall, you can’t go wrong with a good corn maze, and there are tons to discover across the Lower Mainland this long weekend.
Where: See our picks above
Check out a lazy river
BC has a ton of fun to be had by way of lazy rivers. And by lazy rivers – we mean action-packed water activities, as well as lazy rivers in the literal sense. So, whether you want to slowly drift downstream with a drink in hand, or want to have a more adventurous tubing experience, we’ve got plenty of options to toss your way.
Where: Check out our picks above
And that’s a wrap on Labour Day in Vancouver! Enjoy the last long weekend of the summer, everyone!
