1) Folk Music on the Beach
Vancouver’s historic and beloved Folk Festival celebrates its 40th anniversary at Jericho Beach Park. Expect performances by Billy Bragg, Kathleen Edwards, Barenaked Ladies and a whole lot more.
Vancouver Folk Festival
July 13–16
Jericho Beach Park, 3941 Point Grey Rd.
thefestival.bc.ca
2) African Descent Festival
Inspired by the legacy of Hogan’s Alley, Vancouver’s first African descent community, this cultural celebration will feature more than 30 performers, art installations, a craft fair and more as it shares the great diversity of people of African descent.
African Descent Festival
July 22–23
Thorton Park, 1166 Main St.
africandescentfestival.com
3) A Free Contemporary Art Block Party
Local galleries will play host to crowds of collectors and art-goers as exhibitions are launched, artist talks are given,= and the city is brought together to celebrate the district’s success as a cultural cornerstone.
The Flats Block Party
July 15
The Flats Neighborhood
facebook.com/pg/theflatsvancouver/
4) A Good old- fashioned Country Music Tailgate
Red Truck Beer’s Summer Concert Series returns for its second night of the season. The country-themed event features performances by Drake White & The Big Fire, local bands, tons of great food and craft beer galore.
Red Truck Beer Summer Concert Series
July 15
295 E 1st Ave.
truckstopconcertseries.com
5) Baseball With Dogs
Vancouver’s favorite celebrated ballpark tradition is back. Catch a Canadians game at Scotiabank Field with your best furry friends for the annual Dog Day of Summer at Nat Bailey Stadium. All canines are welcome.
Dog Day of Summer
at Nat Bailey
July 13
Scotiabank Field, 4601 Ontario St.
canadiansbaseball.com
