Summer 2023 Trail Running Races in Vancouver

Close up of women's shoes as they run up a trail

Photo: Greg Rosenke/Unsplash

With forested trails to lakes and peaks all around the city, Vancouver is a hot spot for trail running. Sign up for one of these summer trail running races to test yourself on the region’s most picturesque trails.

 

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Summer 2023 Trail Running Races in Vancouver

12 Outdoorsy Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day 2023 in Vancouver

A group of cyclists on the seawall in Vancouver's Stanley Park.

Cycling on the Seawall in Stanley Park. Photo: Destination Vancouver / Coast Mountain Photography

Take Dad outside this Father’s Day. Choose from hikes, parks, festivals, fishing, biking, running, and many more events in the Vancouver area.

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12 Outdoorsy Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day 2023 in Vancouver

Get Down This Summer at the Vancouver International Jazz Festival

Devours (Jeff Cancade), Photo: Craig Sinclair/Coastal Jazz

Get down and celebrate summer in the city at the 38th annual Vancouver International Jazz Festival (VIJF) from June 23 to July 2. Featuring 140 shows and more than 50 free performances hosted at a variety of venues around the city, this year’s ten-day festival offers a diverse array of programming with a balance of free and ticketed live events to choose from.

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Get Down This Summer at the Vancouver International Jazz Festival

Sign Up for One of These Summer 2023 Road Running Races in Vancouver

Two people running on the seawall in Stanley Park

Photo: Destination Vancouver: Kindred & Scout

Vancouver is a gorgeous place to run. Sign up for one of these summer races, then run through parks, along the ocean, or around a lake.

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Sign Up for One of These Summer 2023 Road Running Races in Vancouver

Bard on the Beach Brings Shakespeare to the Park

Vanier Park, Photo: Bard on the Beach

The 34th annual Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival returns to Vanier Park (Sen̓áḵw) this summer from June 8 to September 30. The festival’s 2023 season is anchored by the revival of the most successful production in its history, a famous tale of political intrigue, a sweeping historical drama, and a unique interpretation of the Scottish play.

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Bard on the Beach Brings Shakespeare to the Park

Where to Watch Outdoor Sports in Vancouver This Summer

Chef Wasabi, Kappa Maki, Sadaharu Soy & Ms. BC Roll, Photo: Vancouver Canadians

Spending a summer day watching professional sports is a favourite pastime in Vancouver for visitors and locals alike. Whether it’s the energy of the crowd or the excuse to devour a foot-long hot dog, there’s something special about taking in a football game, soccer match, or baseball game in the sunshine.

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Where to Watch Outdoor Sports in Vancouver This Summer

Celebrate 2023 Spring Go By Bike Week from May 29 to June 4

Cyclists stop at a celebration station during Vancouver's Go By Bike Week

Cyclists stop at a celebration station during Vancouver’s Go By Bike Week. Photo: HUB Cycling

Vancouver is a bike-friendly city. Each spring, locals and visitors come together to celebrate Go By Bike Week. This year’s event takes place from May 29 to June 4 and includes group rides, webinars, and community celebration stations.

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Celebrate 2023 Spring Go By Bike Week from May 29 to June 4