August is here, and Abbotsford is packed with exciting events and activities that you won’t want to miss! From the Abbotsford International Airshow to Agrifair, there is something for everyone to enjoy this month. Read on to learn more about the top ten must-attend events here in Abbotsford this August.
Looking for even more events? Visit Go! Abbotsford Events Calendar for the full event calendar!
Wednesdays in August from 6pm-7pm
Get ready for outdoor Yoga in the Park sessions in Downtown Abbotsford at Jubilee Park! These FREE classes offer a mid-week reset for all ability levels. Remember to bring your water bottle and yoga mat for a comfortable practice.
Jubilee Park | 2552 McCallum Road
Every Friday from 7pm-9:30pm
Check out Farm Jam Fridays every Friday in the summer at Silverbrook Farm! This event features open mic live music, fishing, petting zoo, cornhole and good times for all.
August 1 – 3, 2025
Laffs Fest in Abbotsford is Canada’s largest indie comedy festival. Three days of unfiltered, intimate, and unforgettable shows across downtown venues featuring some of Canada’s best indie comedians, and musicians:
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- Over 20+ shows (and growing..)
- Over 7 venues across Historic Downtown Abbotsford
- Beer, wine, cocktails, and food across venues
- Musical and comedy headline acts
August 1-3, 2025
From its humble beginnings in 1909, the Abbotsford Agrifair has been a place for the community to celebrate its agricultural roots through programs, entertainment, food, education, and so much more. Agrifair continues to be “The Best Little Country Fair!”
Friday, August 1st: 9am – 9pm
Saturday, August 2nd: 9am – 9pm
Sunday, August 3rd: 9am – 9pm
August 8-10, 2025
Get ready for the skies to come alive at the Abbotsford International Airshow! With thrilling air performances, displays, and family-friendly activities, the airshow is the perfect place to spend a weekend in August. Featuring vintage planes, military planes, and cutting-edge aircrafts, don’t miss out on an incredible experience at this year’s Abbotsford Airshow!
Friday, August 8: 2:30pm – 10pm
Saturday, August 9: 9:30am – 5pm
Sunday, August 10: 9:30am – 5pm
August 9, 2025
Join the festivities at Field Day Fest, a celebration hosted by Fieldhouse Brewing here in Abbotsford! This event is a perfect way to socialize and enjoy craft beer, live music, and local vendors. Enjoy walking through the vendor market, and then head over to the outdoor patio to enjoy some beer and music. Field Day Fest is the perfect way to spend an August afternoon and evening, enjoying the Abbotsford summer experience.
Saturday, August 9
Guest Taps: Available All day
Vendor Market: 12pm – 7pm
Sunny Session: 12pm – 5pm (all ages) (**Ticket required)
Sunset Session: 6pm – 11pm (19+) (**Ticket required)
August 15, 2025
Experience an unforgettable evening of live orchestral music at Symphony in the Park in Abbotsford at Mill Lake! Offering food trucks and live music, be sure to bring your lawn chair for a musical evening in the park. Bring friends, family, and a picnic blanket to enjoy this free, community event.
Friday, August 15: 6:30
August 15, 2025
Get ready for a spine-tingling summer night at Midsummer Night’s Scream, a chilling celebration under the stars at Tanglebank Estate! Join us deep in the woods for a classic horror film screening as we launch the countdown to this year’s Terror at Tanglebank. This one-night-only Summerween event features creepy concessions, an eerie atmosphere, and just the right amount of fright. Come in costume or come for the screams — either way, it’s your first chance to experience a taste of the terror ahead. Just remember..Don’t Go Into The Woods Alone! 🌕👻🎬
Friday, August 15 from 7pm – 10:30pm
August 17, 2025
The Abbotsford Horsepower for Hospice car show returns to the streets of Downtown Abbotsford on August 17, 2025 from 10am – 4pm! This FREE family-friendly event features new and vintage cars, food trucks, live entertainment, 50/50 draws, an interactive kids zone, trophies and much more!
Downtown Abbotsford | Essendene Avenue & Montrose Avenue
August 29, 2025
Looking for a fun, family-friendly evening out in Abbotsford? Attend the fourth annual Abbotsford Police Department Movie Night in Mill Lake! This event brings the community together to enjoy an evening under the stars, so be sure to bring blankets and lawn chairs for a comfortable viewing experience! You can meet local officers and various community partners, so don’t miss out on a night of community spirit and cinematic fun!
Friday, August 29: 5pm – 9pm
If you’re trying out any of the activities listed above, don’t forget to share your memories with us on Instagram by tagging @tourismabbotsford and using #ExploreAbbotsford!
