The countdown to the end of summer may have started, but it’s not time to put away those flip-flops and sunglasses just yet!  Hot days and warm August nights are the perfect time to get out into Surrey’s natural beauty and celebrate with family and friends.

Battle of the Brews

August 16
Surrey Civic Plaza

The Surrey Fire Fighters’ Charitable Society and 93.7 JR Country are hosting the 7th Annual Battle of the Brews on Saturday, August 16 at Surrey City Hall Plaza from 1-5 pm (doors open at 12:30).  This fun charity event will offer attendees a great afternoon of craft beer tasting, food trucks and live music from JoJo Mason. And all proceeds from the event will help fund Surrey Fire Fighters’ Charitable Society youth initiatives.

Sounds of Summer

August 6, 13, 20 & 27
Various locations

The sweet sounds of live and local music will be wafting through the fresh air in Surrey’s parks and plazas each and every Wednesday evening, this summer. With genres ranging from R&B and Rock to Indigenous music and everything in between, there’s a free concert for all types of music genres. Bring your own chair or blanket, let the music move you and dance all night long! Visit the Sounds of Summer website for the full schedule, including locations and performers, and find out which events are pet-friendly.

Surrey Afro-Caribbean Cultural SummerFest

August 23 & 24
Surrey Civic Plaza | 13450 104 Ave

Afro-Caribbean Cultural Summerfest of Surrey (A.C.C.E.S.S.) returns this August with two days of live music, dance, and cultural food. Headlined by reggae legend Luciano, this free festival celebrates Afro-Caribbean culture and community through vibrant performances and island vibes.

Salmon Sessions Music Festival

August 23
Semiahmoo Fish & Game Club

Come out with your family and friends for an unforgettable day filled with live music, food trucks, a beverage garden, guided hatchery tours, and camaraderie at the 3rd annual Salmon Sessions Music Festival.

Outdoor Movies

There’s nothing like watching a movie outdoors in the summer, and August in Surrey has an amazing lineup to check out. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for a night of free family fun, outdoor activities, and great movies!

Movies Under the Stars with the Downtown Surrey BIA

Outdoor Movie Nights with the City of Surrey

Totest Aleng: Indigenous Learning House Open House

Join Katzie Elder Richard Pierre on August 14 at Totest Aleng for an evening of storytelling and cultural learning. Gain insight into the Katzie people's history, culture, and traditions from a respected Elder and educator. Tickets are $60 and can be booked through the City of Surrey website.

Farmers Markets

With the warmer months come Surrey’s bounty of fresh local produce just waiting to be devoured. After all, 30% of Surrey’s land is dedicated to agriculture and committed to local food growing. So it’s no surprise that there are a variety of Farmers’ Markets and farm stores peppered across the city where you can pick and choose your weekly produce pickup.