Thinking about making the Fraser Valley your new home? Or maybe you're lucky enough to already live here and just want to make the most of this beautiful season. Either way, summer in the Fraser Valley is filled with opportunities to explore vibrant communities, enjoy nature, and take part in local traditions that make this region such a special place to live.
From lakeside paddles and farm markets to outdoor movies and music festivals, here are 10 must-do summer activities and events to experience the best of the Fraser Valley lifestyle.
1. Mission Twilight Concert Series
📅 Wednesdays, July 2 – Aug 27, 2025 | 🕖 7 PM
📍 Fraser River Heritage Park, Mission | 🎟️ Free
Each week, this scenic park becomes a concert venue featuring local and touring musicians across genres—jazz, blues, indie, and more. Bring your lawn chair, blanket, and picnic basket for a relaxing summer night under the stars.
2. Reclaiming Youth Powwow
📅 July 11–13, 2025
📍 St. Mary’s Residential School Grounds, Mission | 🎟️ Free
Hosted by Indigenous youth leaders, this annual powwow honours tradition and healing with competitive dancing, drumming circles, and cultural teachings. Open to all community members to witness and celebrate Indigenous resilience.
3. Ride the Cyclone – The Musical
📅 July 10–12, 2025, nightly at 7:30 PM
📍 Clarke Foundation Theatre, Mission
This offbeat, high-energy musical follows six teens who die in a rollercoaster accident and compete for a second chance at life. Known for its witty dialogue and emotional depth, it’s a standout summer theatre production.
4. Fraser Valley Pride Festival
📅 July 19, 2025, 12–5 PM
📍 Fraser River Heritage Park, Mission | 🎟️ Free
A welcoming celebration of LGBTQ2S+ identity and allyship, featuring drag shows, live music, youth spaces, artisan vendors, and food trucks. Come for the love, stay for the dancing!
5. Mission Folk Music Festival
📅 July 25–27, 2025
📍 Fraser River Heritage Park, Mission
One of BC’s most cherished folk festivals, this 3-day event brings together global musicians, family zones, artisan booths, food trucks, and workshops in a forested park setting. It’s as much a cultural experience as a musical one.
6. Mission Coffee House Concert Series
📅 July 25–27, 2025 (evenings during Folk Fest)
📍 Clarke Theatre Cafetorium & Heritage Park, Mission
Perfect for those seeking a more intimate vibe, this side-series features acoustic sets by emerging artists and festival guests. Grab a coffee, find a cozy seat, and enjoy an unplugged evening of music.
7. Jam in Jubilee – Abbotsford
📅 Thursdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 7–10 PM
📍 Jubilee Park, Abbotsford | 🎟️ Free
This open-air concert series combines live indie and experimental music with an artisan market, youth art installations, and local food trucks. It’s where the creative scene in Abbotsford truly comes alive.
8. Abbotsford Agrifair
📅 August 1–3, 2025
📍 Exhibition Park, Abbotsford
A classic summer tradition with carnival rides, 4-H animal shows, food vendors, live performances, a demolition derby, and more. Ideal for families and anyone craving that nostalgic midway vibe.
9. Fraser Valley Ale & Cider Trail
📅 Ongoing – All Summer
📍 Across Abbotsford, Chilliwack, and Langley
Taste your way through award-winning breweries and cideries like Field House, Old Yale, and Fraser Valley Cider Co. Many stops include patio dining, food trucks, and live music—perfect for a self-guided weekend outing.
10. Outdoor Movies in the Park – Langley Township
📅 Fridays, July 3 – August 31, 2025
📍 Various parks across Langley Township | 🎟️ Free
Family-friendly screenings of films like Harry Potter, TMNT: Mutant Mayhem, and Migration under the stars. Arrive early for games, giveaways, and food vendors before the show begins.
Summer in the Fraser Valley isn't just a season, it’s a lifestyle. These events offer a glimpse into what life is really like here: community-oriented, nature-filled, and rich in local culture.
Whether you’re attending a concert in the park, kayaking at sunrise, or meeting neighbours at a pop-up market, you’re experiencing the heart of this region, not just its housing market.
If you’re thinking of buying, this is the best time to get a feel for the area, and to imagine what your life could look like beyond the front door.
📞 Looking for a home in one of these vibrant communities? Let’s talk.
📧 Mindy@mindymcpherson.com ; 604-826-10000
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