Feels like summer just started yesterday, doesn’t it?
Whether you’ve been enjoying all that Burnaby has had to offer the last few months or are just hoping catch up in the last few weeks, there’s plenty to do in the city.
If you’re not spending your weekend across the border in New West while they celebrate their Pride Week with a banger of a street party, here’s a list of things to do in Burnaby.
Crave the Heights
The 10-day dining showcase featuring some of Heights’ bests, will be kicking off later this month, giving you the chance to explore the diverse food options in the neighbourhood.
From Aug. 18 to 27, foodies from Burnaby and beyond can walk along the Burnaby Heights to enjoy the diverse culinary scene, devour limited-edition menu items, drink features and desserts — all while enjoying live music and entertainment from your favourite local bands.
Here’s the list of all participating vendors.
When: Friday, Aug. 18 to Aug. 27
Where: Various vendors in Burnaby Heights
Ko Po Que V.4 summer bbq
What’s a better way to find a reprieve from the heat than going to a sizzling barbecue party?
On Saturday, Aug. 19, folks can head to the picturesque Burnaby Fraser Foreshore Park from noon to 8 p.m., as the organizers fire up the grills for a fun barbecue experience.
The event is organized by the Black Diaspora Social Club (BDSC) of BC and will have great “Afrobeats” music served on the side.
The event is not ticketed, however, a minimum $25 donation (for food, drinks and other logistics) is recommended. Visit Eventbrite page for more details.
Where: Burnaby Fraser Foreshore Park (7751 Fraser Park Drive)
When: Saturday, Aug. 19 from noon to 8 p.m.
Cost: $25 minimum donation; visit Eventbrite for tickets
BOSSA sports collectors show
The monthly event for the collector of sports cards and memorabilia will be held at the Bonsor recreation complex on Sunday, Aug. 20, where 60 vendors specializing in these items will be on-site for you and your family to peruse — including Pokémon cards.
The tickets are priced at $10 per person, and can be purchased through the website.
Where: Bonsor Recreation Complex (6550 Bonsor Ave.)
When: Sunday, Aug. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cost: $10 visit website for tickets
Paint Nite at Rec Room
Were you team Barbie or team Oppenheimer? If you were team Barbie (or even if not), there’s a fun Sunday afternoon lined up for you at the Rec Room.
Don your hottest pink and head to the Rec Room in the Amazing Brentwood on Sunday, Aug. 20 for a fun sip-and-paint nite.
Whether you’re a seasoned artist or one who hasn’t picked up a paintbrush in ages, the event will provide you with all supplies needed to unleash your inner artist and bring Barbie to life on a canvas.
The two-hour session will have a step-by-step guided demonstration from artist Zoë Mandell, and will have food and drink to order (you need to be 19+ to purchase alcohol, but the event is kid friendly.)
Seating is open, so it’s advised to arrive early to secure the best seats in the house.
Tickets are $39 per person (includes supplies).
For more details and registration, visit website.
When: Sunday, Aug. 20; 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: Rec Room at the Amazing Brentwood, Burnaby
Khoj – Kathak dance with live orchestra
Revel in the magic of Indian classical arts at this “event to remember” evening dance recital in Burnaby this weekend.
“Khoj: the Search,” a Kathak dance concert will be performed with a live orchestra at Burnaby's Michael J Fox Theatre on Sunday, Aug. 20, at 7 p.m.
Edmonton Hall of Fame artist and dancer Usha Gutpa, who has curated the piece, said its inspiration “is the idea that if you search for the beauty within an unshaped space, the poetry inherent in the physical body will be revealed, and the spirit of dance will be expressed, similar to how a sculptor searches for the statue hidden within the uncut rock.”
Tickets are priced from $20 to $30 and VIP tickets at the orchestra centre are $50.
A $5 discount will be available to seniors and students. To purchase tickets, visit the website or call Kamal Sharma at (604) 833-1977.
Where: Michael J Fox Theatre (7373 MacPherson Ave.)
When: Sunday, Aug. 20 at 7 p.m.
Cost: $20-50; visit website for tickets
