Explore Burnaby

09/01/2026

🍂 September is here, and there’s plenty happening in Burnaby!

Kick off the month with Nikkei Matsuri and the North Road K-Food Festival, then keep the plans going with Vancouver Rise FC home games, Culture Days, live performances, workshops, arts and culture, and plenty of ways to get outside as we head into early fall.

This carousel is just a snapshot of what’s happening this month. 👀

✨ Check out the full September guide and discover even more events and things to do around Burnaby:

Discover things to do in Burnaby this August 2026, including Burnaby Blues + Roots Festival, Summer Cinema, Sounds Like Summer, Vancouver Rise FC, farmers markets, patio picks, and Car Free Day.

08/31/2026

⏳ Last chance to experience Return to Paueru G*i: 50 Years of Powell Street Festival.

On display at the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre until September 5, this retrospective exhibition celebrates five decades of the Powell Street Festival through art, activism, and Japanese Canadian community stories.

Explore photographs, archival video, and large-scale installations that look back on the people, creativity, and traditions that have shaped the festival over the past 50 years.

📍 Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre
📅 On now until September 5, 2026
🎟️ Admission by donation

If you haven’t visited yet, this is your reminder to catch it before it closes!

08/29/2026

🇰🇷 Come hungry — the North Road K-Food Festival is taking over Burnaby this September!

Spend the weekend exploring Korean food, local vendors, live performances, cultural entertainment, and more at this free, two-day celebration at The City of Lougheed. 🍜🎶

Whether you’re coming for the K-food, K-culture, or simply looking for a fun weekend outing, add this one to your September calendar.

📅 September 5–6, 2026
📍 The City of Lougheed
🎟️ Free admission

✨ Check out the full festival guide and everything you need to know before you go:

Experience North Road K-Food Festival in Burnaby on September 5–6, 2026, with Korean food, live performances, local vendors, culture, and free admission at The City of Lougheed.

08/29/2026

Looking for the perfect sunset spot in Burnaby? 🌅

From peaceful lakeside views to open parks and scenic lookouts, Burnaby has plenty of places to slow down and catch golden hour. Save this for the next time the forecast calls for a good sunset. ✨

Looking for more places to explore? Visit our website through the link in bio to discover more things to do in Burnaby. 💛

08/27/2026

🍵 At the Table: Crystal Mall | Episode 1 — Matcha Tea Lab

Every small business has a story, and every cup has a purpose.

Meet Cathy Lau, co-founder of Matcha Tea Lab , where a lifelong appreciation for tea, a friendship that began in childhood, and a passion for quality ingredients came together to create one of Burnaby's newest matcha destinations.

📍Matcha Tea Lab | Crystal Mall, Burnaby

Check out the full blog post: https://tourismburnaby.com/matcha-tea-lab-crystal-mall-burnaby/

08/27/2026

Burnaby Car Free Day is taking over Edmonds Street on Sunday, August 30 with live music and cultural performances, local food, community booths, games, family-friendly activities, and more.

Leave the car at home and make your way there by foot, bike, transit, or even a Lime e-bike for an afternoon in the heart of Edmonds. ☀️

📅 Sunday, August 30, 2026
⏰ 12:00–5:00 p.m.
📍 Edmonds Street, between Kingsway & Mary Avenue
🎟️ Free

🔗 Learn more:

Celebrate Burnaby Car Free Day on August 30, 2026, with live music, food trucks, family activities, community booths, bike valet, and a free street festival in Edmonds.

08/19/2026

🎶 Sounds Like Summer is popping up in parks across Burnaby!

Throughout the summer, catch free live performances in different neighbourhood parks around the city — the perfect excuse to grab a blanket, head outside, and enjoy an evening of local music. 🌿☀️

📍 Different parks across Burnaby
🎟️ Free admission

Dates, locations, and performers vary throughout the series, so check our event calendar through the link in bio to see when Sounds Like Summer is coming to a park near you. 👀

08/19/2026

Registration reminder: Monster Dash 5K is coming to Burnaby on Saturday, October 31.

Run, walk, dress up, and celebrate Halloween with a festive 5K for all ages, plus the Mini Monster Dash 400m for kids 10 and under at Swangard Stadium.

Regular registration is open now at $40 until September 30. Spots are limited and there is no race day registration, so don’t wait to lock in your place.

Register here:

Monster Dash 5K Swangard Stadium, Boundary Road, Burnaby, BC, Canada - 2026 MONSTER DASH 5KMCalling all runners, walkers, little… - October 31, 2026

08/13/2026

🌿 Looking for an easy way to get outside in Burnaby?

From forested paths and waterfront strolls to paved urban greenways, Burnaby has plenty of accessible walks for slowing down, getting your steps in, and enjoying a little more nature.

Think a peaceful walk through Central Park, sunset views from Burnaby Mountain, a breezy waterfront stroll at Barnet Marine Park, or an urban wander along Willingdon Linear Park. And those are just a few of the routes on the list. 👟

✨ Check out the full guide to easy and accessible walks in Burnaby and helpful tips for planning your outing:

Discover 8 easy walks and accessible trails in Burnaby, with trail surfaces, parking, transit, amenities and nearby stops to help plan your visit.

08/10/2026

🚲 Exploring Burnaby just got easier.

With Lime e-bike share now available across the city, you can make short, car-free trips between neighbourhoods, parks, SkyTrain stations, patios, markets, and scenic stops without bringing your own bike.

Use the Lime app to find and unlock a nearby e-bike, then head out to explore routes like Willingdon Linear Park, the BC Parkway, Central Park, Fraser Foreshore, and more.

Riders must be 18+, helmets are mandatory, and e-bikes should only be used on permitted routes and paths.

✨ Check the full Burnaby bike trail guide and tips for planning your ride:

Find Burnaby bike trails, urban greenways, mountain rides, SkyTrain-accessible routes, scenic park paths, and Lime e-bike share tips for exploring the city without a car.