Summer celebrations
Every summer, our city comes alive with incredible free events and festivals. Here are some events taking place this summer:
- Burnaby Blooms (May 3)
- National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 20)
- Canada Day (July 1)
- Symphony in the Park (July 18)
- Opera in the Park (July 19)
- Burnaby Blues + Roots Festival (August 8)
- Car Free Day (August 30)
Events in your community
Check out what’s happening in your community throughout the summer:
- Girolino at Confederation Park (June 14)
- Sounds like Summer
- Summer Stages
- Summer Cinemas
- Willingdon Community Fair (September 2)
For more information on these and other events, visit our events calendar.
Activities
Burnaby Village Museum
Explore the 10-acre open air site and take in historical exhibits and live demonstrations. Open Tuesday to Sunday, plus statutory holidays. Admission is free.
Outdoor pools
Splash your way into summer at one of our 4 outdoor pools, check out the schedules for opening dates.
Water and play features
Enjoy fun and safe outdoor water and play features. Our spray parks, wading pools and playground activities are a great way to cool off on sunny days.
Golf
Book a tee time at one of our award-winning golf courses or elevate your golf game by joining the Burnaby Golf Academy. Then, once you’ve worked up an appetite, dine at one of our clubhouse restaurants.
Activity Guide
The Summer Activity Guide will be available to view on May 11. Browse our wide range of summer activities and add your favourites to your Wish List. Registration will open at 10 am for Burnaby residents on the following dates:
June 1: Recreation activities
June 2: Arts and heritage activities
General registration for everyone will be open on June 5 for recreation, arts and heritage activities.
Reminder: Rolling registrations continue for swimming lessons.