For more than a decade, the Burnaby Farmers’ Market at Burnaby City Hall has been a tentpole event in the local community’s social calendar. Popular regulars include conventional and produce vendors set up alongside artisan bakers, wild foragers, hot food service, live entertainment, artists and crafters.

In addition to an eclectic mix of friendly vendors welcoming guests to the region, this bustling market also features incredible casual birding opportunities thanks to nearby Deer & Burnaby Lakes. Easy to get to and right off the highway, the Burnaby Farmers’ Market is quickly becoming an essential part of a beautiful day in Burnaby.

Open Saturdays 9am-2pm

Brentwood Artisan Farmers’ Market, is a brand new market located at the corner of Brentwood Blvd between Halifax Way and Alpha Way. Meet local growers, bakers, foragers and crafters in an open-air modified-market setting.

Open Sundays 10am-2pm

Hart House Restaurant, located in a Tudor-style mansion on Deer Lake offers an elegant dining experience. Stop by for their weekend brunch, weekday lunch, or daily dinner seatings.

Mintara atop Burnaby Mountain is a picturesque fine-dining restaurant located in Burnaby Mountain Park. Enjoy an elevated meal in a picturesque setting, and afterwards take a stroll in the rose garden.

Dageraad Brewing is a small-batch artisan brewery in BC, offering a taste of Belgian beer culture. Awarded 2018 Brewery of the Year, you can enjoy their brews in their tasting room.

Love craft beer? Find this brewery and more to explore on the North of the Fraser Ale Trail from the BC Ale Trail.

Just a 20-minute drive east of Vancouver and nestled around Simon Fraser University, Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area offers scenic viewpoints, picnic spots, playgrounds, and several hiking trails across an expansive 576-hectare conservation area.

Discover Burnaby’s rich cultural heritage at the Burnaby Village Museum. Explore our newest exhibition, delecTABLE, which explores Burnaby’s food culture and how it has evolved over time. From the traditional and contemporary food of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Peoples to the many cuisines of newcomers to these lands, food brings people together. The exhibit features recipes, photographs, objects, video and audio components to highlight how food fosters community and shared experiences, whether it’s through family meals, celebrations, or social gatherings.

Deer Lake Boat Rentals provides canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, rowboats, and stand-up paddleboards in beautiful Deer Lake Park.

Burnaby Central Railway, operated by the British Columbia Society of Model Engineers, offers train rides and special events with beautiful model train layouts.

Immerse yourself in Indigenous art at SFU Burnaby through a unique mobile app tour. Learn about diverse artistic practices and cultural perspectives while exploring the meaningful connection between artists, their creations, and the land.