September is a month of change. The summer temperatures dwindle, the amount of sunlight lessens, school-aged children return to the classroom, and lengthy holidays come to an end. But it isn’t all bad! September brings us Fall with its warm, frothy drinks, pumpkin-flavored everything, and the farm bounties of apples and corn. Metro Vancouver also offers up a ton of family-fun events throughout September. Here are the top September picks from Family Fun Vancouver:
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival at Gateway Theatre!
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival at Gateway Theatre for great food, exceptional entertainment, and a fun evening of family-friendly activities. This year, the festival begins at Gateway Theatre and ends at Minoru Park for a very special event sure to dazzle the entire family. Your evening begins with making a beautiful lantern by hand that will accompany you on the lantern procession to Minoru Park. Once the procession ends and you have arrived at the park, participants will be treated to a concert featuring Renee Fajardo and her moonlight melodies.
Find out more here.
TAIWANfest (August 31- September 2) TAIWANfest returns in 2024 for a spectacular array of family-friendly programming showcasing the best of Taiwanese arts, culture and heritage. Community events and performances are taking place around Metro Vancouver.
Vancouver Fringe Festival (September 5-15) – Bigger, bolder, and better than ever before, this year’s Vancouver Fringe Festival will be parading its fine wares all across Granville Island and beyond – from rollicking new theatre to belly-bursting comedy, awe-inspiring dance to lip-splitting spoken word and more.
Good Times Cruise-In (Sept 7) returns to downtown Aldergrove. Thousands of cars – new, old, restored, hot-rodded – close off the streets. Have a wander and be sure to keep your hands to yourself!
Polish Cultural Festival (Sept. 7): The 10th annual Polish Cultural Festival at the Shipbuilders’ Square and the Pipe Shop in Lower Lonsdale will feature Polish music, singing and folk dancing and a special program for children and youth with, arts and games activities, sing along and more.
Vancouver International Flamenco Festival (September 12 – 24) features 12 days of performances, workshops, and outdoor activities at various locations around Metro Vancouver. If you’ve been wanting to learn flamenco or improve your existing skills, you will love the Masterclass options for beginners or intermediate dancers!
Stardust Roller Rink (Sept. 12- Oct. 31): Lace-up your rollerskates for a blast from the past this Fall! Guildford Town Centre is bringing back the iconic Stardust Roller Rink complete with a retro-themed atmosphere, neon lights, and a DJ to keep the party going. Admission is free and rentals are $2 with proceeds going to Surrey Firefighters Charitable Society.
BC Culture Days (September 20 – October 13) Culture days raise awareness and accessibility to arts and culture in and around communities across Canada. This annual festival offers free and cheap workshops, performances, and demonstrations at various locations in each Metro Vancouver city. Some events require advanced registration.
RiverFest (Sept 20 – 24) is a FREE family-friendly festival and a great way to learn more about the mighty Fraser River. Head to the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster. The majority of the events occur on Saturday, September 23 and Sunday, September 24th.
Vancouver International Film Festival (September 26- October 6): The Vancouver International Film Festival showcases exceptional cinema from around the globe, live performances, and other unique events.
Monster Jam (Sept. 28 & 29) is back in Vancouver! Don’t miss a new level of high-flying, four-wheel excitement, featuring a weekend of larger-than-life events with high-octane racing and freestyle stunts.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30| Events throughout the month): The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is on September 30, 2024. It is a day of public awareness and commemoration of the tragic and painful history of residential schools in Canada. This day is also meant to educate about the rich cultural traditions of Indigenous Peoples across Canada and in our local communities. Click on the link to access a variety of events occurring around Metro Vancouver.
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