Long weekends are perfect for relaxing, adventuring and exploring- or even a bit of all three! But, no matter what your long weekend style is, Burnaby has an activity to suit your needs.
1. Visit Burnaby Village Museum
This historic town celebrates BC Day with some great exhibits! Some notable exhibits include:
- Agents of Change
A new outdoor exhibit featuring life-sized cutouts of people who have taken a stand to promote or support social justice in Burnaby, complete with audio components. - Across the Pacific
Experience the stories of Burnaby’s Chinese-Canadian families in English, Chinese and Cantonese village dialect. - Learn More or Listen Up
Scan a QR code to listen to musical performances or gain a deeper understanding of restoration projects and museum activities.
There are also special performances and activities on select dates. Visit their website to learn more. This event is free but requires pre-registration. Get your tickets here.
2. Check out a local brewery
Burnaby has three great breweries to choose from- Dageraad Brewing, Studio Brewing and Steamworks. All three breweries have great patios and offer flights to help you really sample the depth and breadth of their beer. Learn more here.
3. Explore the Great Outdoors
Are the Olympics inspiring you to test your endurance? Burnaby is home to many great outdoor sports for you to try! Hike up the Velodrome trail to get your steps in, or Mountain Bike down Burnaby Mountain. Looking for something a little tamer? Try urban cycling on one of the cities many urban bike routes or renting a canoe at Deer Lake Boat Rentals. Check out all our outdoor adventures.
4. Shop until you Drop
BC Day has some great sales! Check out one of Burnaby’s 4 malls- Metropolis at Metrotown, Crystal Mall, The Amazing Brentwood, or the City of Lougheed. Are you looking for a more outdoor shopping experience? Visit Burnaby Heights, full of unique shops and one-of-a-kind finds, or North Road, home to Burnaby’s Korea-town.
5. Feast on
Is all of this activity working up an appetite? Burnaby is home to great dining- from hole-in-the-wall mom-and-pop shops to world-renowned chains, you will always find something to eat! See our restaurants here.
6. Choose your own adventure
Are none of these suggestions quite right? Try out our new experiences guide, where you can find the perfect thing to do in Burnaby. Check out the guide here.