This week has been so crazy. All the back-to-school madness reached a fever pitch this week and we still can't believe it's September. If you're looking forward to the weekend, then you can rest easy because we've already done the planning for you. We're always on top of things to do this weekend in Vancouver and we'd never let you down. The first weekend of September is full of incredible food events and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. If you love to laugh, eat and be absolutely amazed then you're going to love what Vancouver has in-store for you. Plus, if you're looking for a special date idea this September then you can't go wrong with one of these perfect weekend plans. These events are high-energy, colourful and totally fun. They're just what we need to jumpstart us after a draining week. It's still warm and dry here in Vancouver and you should definitely take advantage and get out there. You'll have plenty of time to curl up at home in your fuzzy socks later. It's going to be fall before you know it so go ahead and enjoy the last of the sunshine while you can. Here are 6 epic things to do in Vancouver this weekend: Back to School TheatreSports Improv Price: Tickets from $10.75 for students, regular tickets $15.75 When: Friday, Sept. 6 at 7:30 PM and Saturday, Sept. 7 at 7:30 PM see website for more showtimes Address: 1502 Duranleau St, Vancouver Why You Need To Go: Have a drink on the secret seaside patio and then grab your seat at this amazing theatre on Granville Island. This improv show is all about back to school and it's going to be so relatable and hilarious you won't want to miss it. View this post on Instagram When it’s halfway through a short week AND you’re coming to see a TheatreSports show! Enjoy this #waybackwednesday from our Gorilla Theatre show in 2014 🦍😂 A post shared by Vancouver TheatreSports League (@vantheatresports) on Jul 3, 2019 at 4:19pm PDT Website Vancouver Fringe Festival Price: Membership is $7, ticket prices vary When: Thursday, Sept. 5 to Sunday, Sept. 15 Address: Various locations in Vancouver Why You Need To Go: From the wacky, weird and hilarious to the thought-provoking and mind-bending, shows at the Vancouver Fringe Festival are always a riot. See their full program and pick out a show this weekend, we love the hilarious Fake Ghost Tours. View this post on Instagram Fake Ghost Tours are starting next week! What is a Fake Ghost Tour? Not actually sure, seeing as ghosts are 100% real...you can join the ride at @fakeghosttours #eastvan #comedy . “You know that thing where you make shit up with your friends and laugh yourself stupid? @fakeghosttours is just like that.” . Presented by @upintheair_theatre - tours start at @thecultch A post shared by Georgia Straight Arts (@georgiastraightarts) on May 23, 2019 at 2:37pm PDT Website In-N-Out Burger Pop-Up Price: Free admission When: Saturday, Sept. 7 starting at 8 a.m. Address: Langley Good Times Cruise-In On Fraser Highway from 264th St. to 272nd St, Langley Why You Need To Go: This is annual burger pop-up is worth checking out this weekend so you can get a taste of the California classic In-N-Out burger. Yum. View this post on Instagram *wakes up at 7am and waits in a line for over 3 hours to eat burgs* dear in n out, yes, yes i would 🧡 A post shared by Jayani 🌹 (@jaychathu) on Sep 8, 2018 at 7:03pm PDT Website The Magical Brunch Price: $75 to 80 When: Saturday, Sept. 7, 1 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 8, 12 p.m. Address: The Fairmont Vancouver, 900 W Georgia St, Vancouver Why You Need To Go: There's brunch and then there's magical brunch. This Disney-inspired brunch and party is the place to live out your childhood Disney fantasies IRL with a mimosa in hand. View this post on Instagram Best dressed ♥️ #themagicalbrunch A post shared by The Magical Brunch (@themagicalbrunch) on Jun 16, 2019 at 10:20pm PDT Website Bike the Night Price: $20 When: Saturday, Sept. 7 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Address: Sunset Beach Park, 1204 Beach Ave, Vancouver Why You Need To Go: Join in this colourful bike rave for one last magical summer bike ride at night. View this post on Instagram Get on your bike this Saturday, September 7th, and join thousands of two-wheeled participants as they light up Vancouver’s downtown streets at #BikeTheNight presented by @MEC. By registering, you’re supporting @wearehub - a charity that has been working for 20 years to make biking better in Metro Van.🚴♂️🚴♀️🌙 Enjoy the student deal by registering tickets at activeksa.weekly.ca 🥳🌠 A post shared by Kwantlen Student Association (@ksacouncil) on Aug 29, 2019 at 10:10am PDT Website Façade Festival Price: Free! When: Sunday, Sept. 8 to Saturday, Sept. 14 from 7:30 p.m. to midnight each night. Address: šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énk Square (Georgia Street side of the Vancouver Art Gallery), 750 Hornby St., Vancouver Why You Need To Go: The Vancouver Art Gallery will be magically lit up with incredible displays of art. This is perfect for checking out if you're downtown on the weekend and it's absolutely breathtaking. View this post on Instagram For #FacadeFest 2017, @ackermanfiona transformed @vanartgallery into a massive, dynamic painting. . This year, the festival is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever before. Stay tuned for exciting news and an artist lineup announcement! . . . . . #art #artist #artists #artistsoninstagram #artoftheday #contemporaryart #contemporaryarts #vancouverart #vancouverartist #canadianart #canadianartist #artnews #artscene #artisticcommunity #juxtapoz #hifructose #hyperallergic #ignant #thejealouscurator #museum #artmuseum #gallery #artgallery #gallerywall #gallerylife #mural #projectionart A post shared by BAF (Burrard Arts Foundation) (@burrardarts) on Jul 8, 2019 at 1:01pm 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.