There is never a dull moment in the city. Even though it might feel like summer is wrapping up, the weather is hotter than ever in Vancouver and we're going to be riding this wave of sunshine well into September. There's no time to cosy up with Netflix with all the amazing things to do in Vancouver this weekend so lather on that sunscreen and get out there! From sunflower festivals to Seawheeze after-parties to epic mountain biking competitions, we've got you covered. This list will give you the down low on everything exciting that's happening in and around the Vancouver area this weekend. Here are eight things to do in Vancouver from Aug. 16-18, 2019: Crankworx Price: Free to check out! When: Now until Saturday, August 18 Address: Various locations in Whistler Why You Need To Go: Whether or not you're into bikes, being in Whistler during Cranworkx is exciting. Get a glimpse of the bikers coming down the mountain and you'll feel the adrenaline. Oh, and all of Whistler will be a giant party on the mountain! View this post on Instagram Crankworx Whistler is the biggest event of the year, an event worth risking it all for! My history here have either been podium spot or Hospital spot 😝 Hope this year is a podium spot! First Speed n Style practice today! @crankworx A post shared by Martin Söderström (@martinsoederstroem) on Aug 15, 2019 at 9:49am PDT Website Maan Farms Sunflower Festival When: Friday, Aug. 16 to Sunday, Sept. 1 Price: $12.99 Address: Maan Farms at 790 McKenzie Rd, Abbotsford Why you need to go: Check out opening weekend at the Sunflower Festival at Maan Farms. Baby goats, wine and armfuls of fresh sunflowers await. View this post on Instagram This is exactly how I feel about this long weekend in the middle of summer 🍷🍷 - Sunflower Tickets have Dropped, link in bio 🌻 #MaanFarms A post shared by Maan Farms (@maanfarms) on Aug 3, 2019 at 8:20pm PDT Website Chilliwack Sunflower Festival Price: $15 if you buy tickets online When: Now until Sunday, Sept. 15, check website for dates and hours. Address: 41310 Yale Road, Chilliwack, BC Why you need to go: You could get lost inside these giant sunflower fields! With food trucks, fresh flowers and lawn games it's a great place to spend one of the last sunny weekends of summer. View this post on Instagram some people arrive and make such a beautiful impact in your life, you can barely remember what life was like without them 💛 A post shared by @ nicolemlemon on Aug 14, 2019 at 10:52am PDT Website Shipyards Friday Night Market Price: Free! When: Friday, August 16 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Address: Shipbuilders Plaza, 138 Wallace Mews, North Vancouver Why you need to go: Fill up on food trucks and watch the sunset in North Vancouver. Catch one of the best views of Vancouver at the Shipyards Market. View this post on Instagram Back at the shipyards next Friday August 9th! We play 5-7pm and 8-10pm. Come on down for a FREE event with FOOD TRUCKS and a BEER GARDEN! 💯☝🏼🍺🍔 A post shared by The Millennials (@themillennialscoverband) on Aug 2, 2019 at 9:40am PDT Website The Fair at The PNE Price: Ticket prices vary, full details on their website. When: Saturday, August 17 - Monday, Sept. 2, open from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. Address: 2901 East Hastings Street, Vancouver Why you need to go: The PNE officially opens this weekend. You have to visit at least once to try all the crazy fair food, people watch, listen to free concerts and see the Super Dogs. View this post on Instagram My [roller coaster] ride or die 🎢 @pne_playland 🎡 #amusementpark #playland #bf #pne #summer #vancouver #yvr A post shared by S e b G a r c i a 🦋 (@sgar.cia) on Aug 9, 2019 at 8:09am PDT Website Lululemon Seawheeze Sunset Festival Price: $48 When: Saturday, August 17 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Address: Brockton Oval, Stanley Park, Vancouver Why you need to go: Even if you didn't run the Seawheeze half marathon, you can still join in the after-party. Kaskade is headlining the concert and bring your own mat for the yoga classes. View this post on Instagram Over and out—signing off from #SeaWheeze. Goals crushed. Beers in hand. Bands on stage. Life is good. A post shared by lululemon men (@lululemonmen) on Aug 13, 2016 at 10:00pm PDT Website Summer Movie Night: Wayne's World at Bells and Whistles Price: Free! When: Sunday, August 8 at 9 p.m. Address: 3296 Fraser St, Vancouver Why you need to go: Grab a burger, beer, shoot hoops and catch Wayne's World at Bells and Whistles in Fraserhood! This community watering hole is a great summer hangout and you can kick back all night watching the movie. View this post on Instagram Gaining some healthy weight for the winter mmmkay? It’s cold outside! 🤭🌭🍔🍟🥓🍗🥗 — — @stephwants you to know that $7 negronis 🥃 are a thing during happy hour at @bellsandwhistlesyvr, plus $5 hot dogs & dollars off alllll the fries & sides 🍟 (happy hours are 3-5pm & 10pm-close, Sunday to Thursday 🔥🔥) ———————————————————————————— #hotdog #fries #chilli #onionrings #happyhour #hangovercure A post shared by Steph Wan📍Foodie in Vancouver (@candycomplex) on Dec 6, 2018 at 11:55am PST Website Vancouver’s Biggest Dog Meet Up Price: Free! When: Sunday, August 18 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Address: Trout Lake Beach, 2120 East 19th Avenue, Vancouver Why you need to go: This is the largest gathering of doggos in Vancouver! Bring your furry best friend or tag along with your BFF's dog. It's impossible to be unhappy surrounded by dogs! View this post on Instagram A snap from our 6th meet up @ lafarge lake. Thank you all for coming #biggestdogmeetupvancouver A post shared by @ dogs_of_vancity on Jun 9, 2019 at 4:04pm PDT Website There are stories everywhere. If you spot a newsworthy event in your city, send us a message, photo, or video @NarcityCanada on Twitter and Instagram.