August is coming in hot with amazing weather and perfect beach days. When you need a break from the sand and sun, explore the many events around the city this month. Whether you’re into music and dancing, art shows or family fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
White Rock Sea Festival & Semiahmoo Days
August 2-4 | Semiahmoo Park to West Beach
For over 70 years, Sea Fest has been a beloved tradition in White Rock, drawing thousands to our beautiful beaches to celebrate summer over the BC Day long weekend. Known for its vibrant community spirit, Sea Fest offers a variety of exciting activities, including live music, family-friendly events, and a spectacular fireworks display. Highlights of this year’s festival include a movie night at Semiahmoo Park, the ever-popular salmon barbecue, performances by local artists, artisan markets, the engaging Environmental Zone, the fun-filled Kid’s Zone, the return of the Torchlight Parade, and much more. Don’t miss the incredible fireworks show lighting up the skies over Semiahmoo Bay on Saturday night!
Free Yoga at the Beach and Memorial Park
August 7 & 17 – Bayview Park
August 14 & 21 – Memorial Park
Join lululemon to move, connect and breathe together outdoors with the White Rock summer yoga series, every Wednesday until August 21 from 6:00 – 7:00 pm. All levels are welcome.
Join Live Yoga on Saturday, August 17 at Bayview Park with Sean O’Leary who will offer an all-level beginner-friendly yoga class to bring some good vibes to your Saturday. — Also, you could win Live Yoga class passes and other fabul ous prizes from our sponsor, Nature’s Fare Markets!
Picnic on the Pier
August 8
The annual Picnic on the Pier fundraising event is back, and 500 diners will enjoy a magical evening of fantastic food, music and the most spectacular waterfront view. You can’t get more waterfront than dinner ON the iconic White Rock pier! This is the ultimate alfresco cocktail party featuring live music, a fabulous menu, refreshing libations, and a gorgeous view of the Pacific. You’ll sip wine, beer and sangria. Chat with friends, and make new ones. Network, nosh on incredible food, and enjoy a stunning sunset, all supporting Peace Arch Hospital.
Concerts at the Pier presented by TD
August 22 | Barney Bentall & The Legendary Hearts | Memorial Park (West Beach)
August 29| American Rock Legends | Grand Chief Bernard Robert Charles Memorial Plaza (East Beach)
The Concerts at the Pier is the live music event of the summer in White Rock and is one that you do not want to miss! The concerts, as always are FREE, and this year’s lineup of national touring acts, beloved local artists, and great tribute bands promises to make this White Rock’s best concert series yet! Find the complete schedule here.
Dancing at the Pier
August 10 & 24 | Memorial Park
Head to Memorial Park Saturday night for an evening of fun, music, and Latin dancing set against the backdrop of Semiahmoo Bay! Spend the day at the beach, and have an early dinner at one of the restaurants along Marine Drive. This free, all-ages, event, presented by Uniti, starts at 5:45 pm with salsa and bachata lessons by Javier Solis of Gemini Dance from Portland, and then throughout the evening Nico Rana, a Cuban-style dance instructor will lead the crowd in suelta (group dance).
White Rock Farmers Market
Sundays | 10am – 2pm
Johnston Road & Russell Avenue
Winner of the best large market in BC in 2015, the White Rock Farmers Market is one of the most popular markets in the province! Lively and fun, kid-friendly and dog-friendly, and with different live musical performers every week, it’s a wonderful way to spend the morning in White Rock, and who doesn’t love to support local farmers and makers?
White Rock Night Market
August 30 | 3pm – 10pm
Head to Memorial Park in White Rock on Friday, August 30 for the White Rock Night Market and an unforgettable evening of food, fun, and community spirit! Experience the magic as the Promenade transforms into a bustling hub of delicious food trucks, talented live entertainers, and a vibrant artisan market. This family-friendly event promises something for everyone. Whether you’re a foodie looking to savour unique treats, a music lover ready to enjoy live performances or a supporter of local small businesses, you’ll find it all here.
Uptown Music Festival
August 10 | 11am – 9pm
Peninsula Studio Theatre | 14600 North Bluff Road
Get ready for the first-ever Uptown Music Festival in White Rock on Sunday, August 10! Enjoy free performances in Miramar Plaza all afternoon, with live music at Banh Mi Tres Banh, The Beer Shack, Galaxie Brewing, and White Rock Beach Beer. Highlights include Blakan Shmalkan, Colin Sankey, Heel of Loaf, Jeremy Stewart, circus performers, free caricatures, and more!
Praxis Photography Collective Presents: Inside Out
August 2 – August 28| 15140 North Bluff Road
The August exhibit at the Landmark Pop-Uptown Gallery, “Inside Out”, is an opportunity to explore the concept of community through the lenses of five local photographers: Linda Bickerton-Ross, Barbara Cooper, Gary Kennedy, George Omorean and Jan Lyle. Gallery Hours: Thursday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Blue Frog Studios
1328 Johnston Road
Blue Frog Studios, Canada’s hottest live recording theatre, has an exciting lineup of live shows from some of the world’s greatest entertainers hitting the stage this August. The venue features updated world-class behind-the-scenes and audio recording technology, as well as high-quality sound and lighting throughout the theatre. Upcoming concerts include: