Sporting Events in Vancouver This Fall

The final whistle of the FIFA World Cup doesn’t signal the end of the sports season in Vancouver. Looking for sporting events in Vancouver this fall? An exciting lineup of international competitions, annual events, and professional home games keeps the World Cup energy going. From major events at BC Place to world-class mountain biking and Olympic-calibre speed skating, football, soccer, hockey, and more, there’s no shortage of reasons to grab a ticket and join the cheering.

Major Sporting Events

Toronto Tempo Cross Canada Series

Basketball fans have a rare opportunity to watch Canada’s first WNBA franchise when the Toronto Tempo visits Vancouver on August 21 and 23, 2026. As part of the Cross Canada Series, the league’s newest team will face the Portland Fire and the Las Vegas Aces at Rogers Arena.

Canada Super 60

Canada Super 60 returns to BC Place from September 29 to October 4, 2026, for its second consecutive year in Vancouver. This exciting cricket tournament features an innovative 10-over-a-side format that packs all the drama of traditional cricket into fast-paced 90-minute matches.

The shortened format keeps the action moving, making it easy for newcomers to enjoy while still showcasing the strategy and skill that cricket fans love. The tournament attracts a mix of Canadian players and international stars, creating an eclectic atmosphere inside BC Place.

Red Bull Hardline British Columbia

On October 16 and 17, 2026, one of the world’s most extreme mountain biking competitions will make history in British Columbia. For the first time ever, Red Bull Hardline will be held in Canada, bringing its invitation-only field of elite downhill riders to a purpose-built course on Cypress Mountain in West Vancouver.

Known as one of the toughest freeride events, Hardline includes enormous drops, towering jumps, and technical rock gardens. Spectators can expect non-stop action against the dramatic backdrop of the North Shore mountains.

ISU Short Track World Tour

From October 23 to 25, 2026, international short track speed skating returns to Vancouver for the first time since the 2010 Winter Olympics. The Pacific Coliseum, current home of the Vancouver Goldeneyes of the PWHL, will once again welcome many of the world’s fastest skaters. Fans can witness thrilling head-to-head racing as athletes battle through both individual events and relay races.

The competition comes to Vancouver on the heels of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina where Canadian short track speed skaters won five medals. Fans attending the World Tour in Vancouver will get to see some of those stars in person alongside world No. 1-ranked men’s skater William Dandjinou and world No. 1-ranked women’s skater Courtney Sarault, both of whom are Canadian.

Annual Vancouver Sporting Traditions

Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Summer Regatta

The Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival returns in June 2027. In the meantime, False Creek comes alive with the splash of paddles on August 22, 2026, as the Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Summer Regatta hits the water beside Olympic Village. The setting couldn’t be more scenic, with Science World, downtown Vancouver, and the North Shore Mountains providing a spectacular backdrop for the races.

Community teams will compete across mixed, women’s, youth, para, and pride divisions, as they paddle in perfect rhythm. Beyond racing, spectators can enjoy live music, family-friendly activities, and a variety of food trucks, making it just as much a waterfront festival as a sporting event.

RBC GranFondo Whistler

On September 12, 2026, thousands of cyclists will roll out from Stanley Park over the iconic Lions Gate Bridge to start the RBC GranFondo Whistler, North America’s largest Gran Fondo ride. The route follows the spectacular Sea to Sky Highway towards Whistler, rewarding participants with sweeping ocean vistas and soaring coastal mountains. Even if you’re not riding, the event is worth experiencing with a pre-race bike expo at the Vancouver Convention Centre on September 11 and a celebratory festival finish in Whistler on September 12.

Cheer on Vancouver’s Home Teams

Fall is also one of the best times to experience sporting events in Vancouver, with several professional teams getting ready for the playoffs while others begin new seasons.

BC Lions

The BC Lions continue their Canadian Football League (CFL) regular season through October 23 with several exciting home games at BC Place still to come. Highlights include the ever-popular Watermelon Smash game against the Saskatchewan Roughriders on August 23 and Friday Night Football games on September 25, October 9, and October 23, featuring the team’s new immersive Dark Mode stadium experience.

Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Soccer fans can keep the excitement of the FIFA World Cup going by catching the Vancouver Whitecaps FC at BC Place. Their MLS season runs until November 7. Don’t miss a standout match on September 9 when the LA Galaxy visit Vancouver, bringing several players who starred on the World Cup stage.

Vancouver Rise FC

Women’s soccer continues to grow in popularity with the defending Northern Super League champions, the Vancouver Rise FC, entering a lengthy fall home stand at Swangard Stadium. Fans can watch them take on Calgary (August 29), Halifax (September 5), Ottawa (September 13), and Montreal (September 19) as they pursue another championship season.

Vancouver Canadians

Baseball season is also winding down, with the Vancouver Canadians, the High-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, wrapping up their regular season on September 6 before once again making a playoff run. Their games offer an affordable, family-friendly way to enjoy professional baseball in a relaxed setting at Nat Bailey Stadium.

Vancouver Canucks and Vancouver Goldeneyes

As autumn settles in, hockey returns to center stage. The Vancouver Canucks are expected to begin their NHL season in late September at Rogers Arena, while the Vancouver Goldeneyes will be returning to Pacific Coliseum for pre-season action in October ahead of the PWHL season beginning in November.

More Things to Do in Vancouver

Whether you are visiting Vancouver for a few days or exploring your own backyard, fall offers countless opportunities to immerse yourself in the city’s sports culture. Looking for even more ways to experience the city this fall? Explore more things to do in Vancouver.