Weekend Activities and Events in Vancouver
A digest of What’s On in and around Vancouver during this weekend including free fun family activities, live music, performing arts & theatre, festivals and sports events.
Contents:
- Festivals
- Family Events
- Live Music and Related Events
- Live Theatre and Related Events
- Sports and Related Events
- All Other Events – Food Events, Exhibitions, Markets
I. Festivals
Surrey Civic Plaza, 13450 104 Avenue, Surrey
April 27, 2024
Free
Party for the Planet presented by TD Canada Trust BC’s Largest Earth Day Celebration!With over 80 booths of activities: there’s something for everyone at Party ... »
Coquitlam Town Centre Park, 1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
April 27, 2024 To April 28, 2024
Free
Experience the Heart of Coquitlam! Join us for the inaugural Coquitlam Community Fest, packed with activities and fun for the whole family. Set in the beautiful Town ... »
David Lam Hall, East Pender Street, Vancouver
April 23, 2024 To April 28, 2024
$50 & up
VFW showcases local, Canadian and international designers. Emerging labels, established designers, haute couture craftsmanship and avante garde creations all share the runway. Since its inception, VFW has ... »
Various Venues, Vancouver
April 18, 2024 To April 27, 2024
Varies
Canada’s largest alternative literary arts festival, Verses Festival of Words offers up dynamic programming celebrating a broad definition of literary arts, including spoken word poetry, storytelling, ... »
Botanica Tulip Festival, 41310 Royalwood Dr, Chilliwack
April 12, 2024 To May 12, 2024
604.681.7565 x 108
$15-$40
Experience the rebirth of spring with the reimagined Botanica Tulip Festival, located in Chilliwack, BC and home to the famous Tulip Festival. Take in breathtaking floral displays ... »
5039 Lougheed Highway, Agassiz
April 8, 2024 To May 5, 2024
$7 - $25
A 2 1/2 acre show garden showcasing an impressive variety of tulips, hyacinths, mini grapes, double daffodils, and fritillaria. These vibrant blooms are thoughtfully interspersed among mature fruit and ... »
Lakeland Flowers, 39171 No 4 Road, Abbotsford
April 6, 2024 To May 5, 2024
$8 – $25.
Lakeland Flowers is sharing a time-honoured Dutch tradition spanning 27 acres in the heart of the Fraser Valley. With 5 kms of tulip-lined pathways, you will have the opportunity ... »
Various Locations, Vancouver
March 29, 2024 To April 25, 2024
Free & Ticketed
The Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival is the city’s signature springtime event and the annual celebration of cherry blossoms inspired by the age-old Japanese cultural tradition of ... »
Various Restaurants, Vancouver
March 29, 2024 To April 28, 2024
Free
Discover Cherry Blossom-Inspired Bites! The Vancouver Cherry Blossom Food Festival invites you on a self-guided culinary journey through the city during one of the most beautiful times ... »
II. Family Fun Activities
Abbotsford International Airport, 30440 Liberator Ave, Abbotsford
April 27, 2024 To April 28, 2024
604-210-4033
Free
The Sky’s No Limit – Girls Fly Too! is not just for “girls”. It’s the world’s largest FREE gender diversity outreach event of its kind ... »
Burnaby Lake Regional Park, Burnaby
April 27, 2024
604-521-8401
Free
River Basin Days: Tree Tales! Held on the second Saturday of every month, ‘River Basin Days’ is a series of outdoor public programs hosted by the Fraser ... »
John Oliver Secondary to East 47th Avenue, Vancouver
April 27, 2024
Free
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as we celebrate and honour the remarkable legacy of the Philippines’ first national hero, Indigenous Chieftain Datu Lapu-Lapu. What to Expect: ... »
The Pipe Shop and Shipbuilder's Square, 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
April 27, 2024
Free
Get ready for the largest Koningsdag celebration in North America. Pure joy and enthusiasm sweep through the Shipyards in North Vancouver! An unforgettable celebration of our vibrant ... »
Coquitlam Centre, 2929 Barnet Hwy # 2620, Coquitlam
April 19, 2024 To April 28, 2024
(single) coupon - $1.50
West Coast Amusements, the largest Canadian midway operation in Western Canada is coming to you! Binge on our amazing rides like the Scrambler, Hurricane, Himalaya, and the ... »
Greendale Acres, 41905 Yale Road, Chilliwack
April 4, 2024 To May 5, 2024
$15
Visit Greendale Acres Farm to immerse yourself in all the joys of spring. featuring spring flower gardens, baby animal visits, photo displays, farm activities, special events and ... »
Science World, 1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver
January 26, 2024 To May 5, 2024
Regular Admission
Slide into the future – literally – with our new Feature Exhibition, Dream Tomorrow Today. Featuring interactive challenges, this immersive and hands-on exhibit encourages visitors to empower and explore ... »
III. Live Music
Orpheum, 601 Smithe St, Vancouver
April 26, 2024 To April 27, 2024
$26.43 - $125.00
Maestro Tausk and violin virtuoso Paul Huang rise to the challenge of Shostakovich’s emotionally charged and frenzied First Violin Concerto. John Adams’ groundbreaking Harmonielehre receives its ... »
Fortune Sound Club, 147 East Pender Street, Vancouver
April 26, 2024
$21.31 & up
Combining touches of shoegaze, ambient and neo-psychedelia with the soulful transcendence of South American folk, Kiltro perform live in Vancouver on April 26th at Fortune Sound. Presented ... »
Village Studios, 1024 Davie Street, Vancouver
April 26, 2024
$27.21 & up
Achieving major recognition for his psychedelic dub tracks as well as his work with Sinéad O’Connor, Brian Eno & others, UK-based producer, musician and sound ... »
Celebrities, 1022 Davie Street, Vancouver
April 26, 2024
$39.78 & up
Australian based producer MARAUDA ranks amongst the elite of the bass music world for his hard hitting sound design and experimental riddim deathstep. Get ready for a ... »
The Sanctuary at UCV, 949 W 49th Ave, Vancouver
April 27, 2024
By Donation/ Pay what you can
Peace on Earth – Holding Space for Peace, Harmony, and the Living Planet With original folk ballads, rousing anthems and reverential hymns this Awakeneers concert is a heart-felt ... »
BC Place, 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
April 27, 2024
$35 - $374+fees
Singer, actor, and global entertainer Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh, announced his highly anticipated stop at BC Place in Vancouver on April 27, 2024. Previously selling out Rogers Arena in ... »
Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St., Vancouver
April 27, 2024
$26+applicable fees
With Guest: Friedberg Giant Rooks are a German indie rock band from Hamm, Germany founded in 2014. In 2019 they won the 1Live Krone Award and the Preis fü... »
PNE Forum, 100 N. Renfrew St., Vancouver
April 27, 2024
$65 - $403 +fees
Support Acts: Cannibal Corpse Obituary Frozen Soul »
Fortune Sound Club, 147 East Pender Street, Vancouver
April 27, 2024
$27.21
Bringing her organic laid back R&B, ((( O ))) performs live at Fortune Sound on April 27th ((( O ))) is working with the cycles of our natural world, ... »
Vancouver Playhouse, 600 Hamilton St, Vancouver
April 28, 2024
$28 to $88
The Vancouver Recital Society presents Federico Colli When Federico Colli came to prominence after winning the Salzburg Mozart Competition in 2011, it was the start of a dynamic ... »
The ACT Arts Centre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge
April 28, 2024
604 476 2787
25.50 - 35.50
Praised for their “virtuosity, visceral expression, and rare unity of intention” (Boston Globe), the Viano Quartet are one of the most sought-after performing young ensembles today and ... »
St. Andrew's United Church, 1044 St. George's Ave, North Vancouver
April 28, 2024
by donation
We’re excited to welcome Leora Cashe to our Jazz Vespers on April 28! Leora’s rich, resounding voice has rung out across Vancouver, and internationally. She has ... »
The Orpheum, 601 Smithe St, Vancouver
April 28, 2024
$47.60 to $114.27
Orchestre FILMharmonique – Productions GFN presents Vivaldi’s Four Seasons After sold-out performances across Canada in 2021 and 2022, Québécoise violinist Isabella d’Éloize Perron returns for a ... »
Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
April 29, 2024
$55 - $315+fees
Justin Timberlake is a multi-talented entertainer, recording artist, record producer, songwriter and actor. Throughout his career, he’s sold over 54 million albums and 63 million singles globally, and ... »
III. Theatre and Related Events
Metro Theatre, 1370 Marine Drive SW, Vancouver
April 27, 2024 To May 18, 2024
$33.00 - $36.00
It is 1939, Hollywood. Legendary film producer, David O. Selznick has his movie “Gone With The Wind” finally cast, but he has just fired his director and is ... »
Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 630 Hamilton St, Vancouver
April 27, 2024 To May 5, 2024
604 683 0222
$79 to $421
Concluding the season is one of the most beloved and widely performed works in operatic history, Carmen by Georges Bizet. The blood of passion surges and spills ... »
Historic Theatre, 1895 Venables St. Vancouver
April 26, 2024
604-251-1363
$35.00 - $55.00
Presented by Brie Tannica & Charlotte Strudel A new burlesque show featuring an all fat cast. This steamy production will celebrate the sizzling talent and heart-warming diversity ... »
Bell Performing Arts Centre, 6250 144 St., Surrey
April 26, 2024
$39.50 - $159.50+fees
Coming off their sold out Just for Laughs show, Darcy and Jer are jumping off your phones and into your hearts in real life with their new ... »
Historic Theatre, 1895 Venables St., Vancouver
April 25, 2024 To May 5, 2024
$15.00 - $30.00
A mixture of stand-up comedy, storytelling, and fact-blasting, Fat Joke puts fatphobia under the spotlight. Drawing upon personal experience and research, comedian, actor, and writer Cheyenne Rouleau ... »
Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie St, Vancouver
April 25, 2024
$13-$15
The Dance Centre’s popular Discover Dance! noon series features an exciting new dance theatre work by Dance//Novella. Founded by former Ballet BC artists Racheal Prince ... »
Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Avenue, New Westminster
April 25, 2024 To May 12, 2024
604-517-5900
$27 and up plus s/c
For its 32nd season Royal City Musical Theatre (RCMT) is excited to present the enchanting Broadway musical Mary Poppins at the Massey Theatre. For three weeks, this ... »
The Improv Centre, 1502 Duranleau St., Vancouver
April 19, 2024 To May 11, 2024
$21.50 to $26.50+fees
Come join us for a twisted take on the classic format! See the unexpected become the norm, and the forbidden become fair game! If you’re a ... »
York Theatre, 639 Commercial Drive, Vancouver
April 18, 2024 To April 28, 2024
$29.00 - $49.00
The Cultch Presents You used to call me Marie… By Tai Amy Grauman A Savage Society (Vancouver) and NAC Indigenous Theatre production A love story, a historical ... »
Firehall Arts Centre, 280 E Cordova St. Vancouver
April 13, 2024 To April 28, 2024
$30.00 - $40.00
Both heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time, This is How We Got Here follows a close-knit family still dealing with the lingering trauma of an unexpected ... »
Arts Club Theatre - Granville Island Stage, 1585 Johnston St., Vancouver
April 11, 2024 To May 12, 2024
604-687-1644
$29 to $72
Alice and Henry are coming to grips with their lacklustre sex life. Time, kids, and stress—not to mention gravity—have taken their toll. In an effort ... »
III. Sports
Nat Bailey Stadium, 4601 Ontario, Vancouver
April 23, 2024 To April 28, 2024
$22 & up
The Vancouver Canadians are a Minor League Baseball team located in Vancouver, British Columbia. They are members of the Northwest League and are affiliated with the Toronto ... »
Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
April 26, 2024
$15+fees and taxes
Rogers Arena will host an official ‘Away Game Viewing Party’ for Game #3 of the first round of NHL Playoffs. Presented by Rogers, the Viewing Party will be ... »
Abbotsford Centre, 33800 King Rd, Abbotsford
April 26, 2024 To April 27, 2024
$32 - $100+fees
American Hockey League Playoffs. HOW MUCH Tickets : $32 – $100+fees and taxes How to get tickets? Buy Online Phone: 1-855-985-5500 In person at venue boxoffice WHEN & ... »
IV. Other Activities & Events
Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street, Vancouver
April 27, 2024
$3
Support over 40 local + small businesses this Spring at the Heritage Hall in Vancouver. For one-day only, we will be hosing local makers, designers, creatives, and artists. Explore ... »
Metropolis at Metrotown, 4700 Kingsway, Burnaby
April 27, 2024
604-438-4715
Free
Decathlon, a global leading sports brand created for people of all skill levels and walks of life, will open its flagship Vancouver store at Metropolis at Metrotown ... »
Chinatown Plaza Mall, 106 Keefer Street, Vancouver
April 27, 2024
Free
Come join us for an exciting dance workshop like no other led by community Elder Swallow Zhou! Elder Swallow will be leading “Flex and Flow”, a guided ... »
Independent Bookstores, Canada
April 27, 2024
Free
Local shops across Canada are planning celebratory activities for the big day including customer giveaways, discounts, exclusive products, author events, and more. »
Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St., Vancouver
April 27, 2024
$29.50 - $69.50+fees
Featuring: Sultaan, BK & Intense »
Various Venues, Port Coquitlam
April 27, 2024
Free
Our City-Wide Garage Sale gives residents a chance to declutter, make some cash, and find a new home for reusable items. Held to coincide following Earth Week ... »
Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St., Vancouver
April 26, 2024
$23.25 - $33.50+fees
WYS hosted by Dylan Sinclair Who is it for? No Minors! Must be 19 & older with valid government ID to attend. HOW MUCH Tickets : $23.25 – $33.50+fees How to ... »
JW Marriott Parq Vancouver, 39 Smithe St, Vancouver
April 25, 2024
$229-$489
Join us for The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Finale on April 25, 2024, for an unforgettable event where we’ll: – Celebrate self-identifying women, non-binary, and trans-femme entrepreneurs – Connect with ... »
Paradox Hotel Vancouver, 1161 W Georgia St, Vancouver
April 25, 2024 To April 26, 2024
(800) 805 5385
$0
Where Business, Tech and Innovation Collide in Vancouver! TECHSPO Vancouver 2024 is your chance to … – Check out exhibitors showcasing the next generation of technology & innovation. – Be inspired, ... »
Metropolis at Metrotown, 4700 Kingsway, Burnaby
April 25, 2024 To June 1, 2024
604-438-4715
$40
Celebrate the special mother figures in your life this Mother’s Day at Metropolis at Metrotown! BC’s largest shopping centre is honouring the mother figures in ... »
Municipal Hall, 750 17th St, West Vancouver
April 25, 2024 To July 25, 2024
6049257290
Free
Colours possess a profound ability to communicate with our souls, transcending language and tapping into primal responses deeply ingrained within us. Whether it’s a single hue ... »
Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Avenue, West Vancouver
April 11, 2024 To May 5, 2024
6049257290
Free
The Ferry Building Gallery is delighted to announce the upcoming exhibition, “Transformation & Adaptation,” featuring the works of artists Carol Demers and Anthea Cameron. This captivating showcase ... »
Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art, 639 Hornby Street, Vancouver
February 7, 2024 To May 19, 2024
$13
Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the Canadian premiere of XIÁM. Curated by BRG guest curator Jordanna George, the striking exhibition combines traditional storytelling ... »
Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art, 639 Hornby Street, Vancouver
January 20, 2024 To January 19, 2025
$0 - $13
Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the Vancouver premiere of the retrospective exhibition GEORGE CLUTESI: ḥašaḥʔap / ʔaapḥii / ʕc̓ik / ḥaaʔ... »
Museum of Vancouver, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver
July 20, 2023 To August 7, 2024
$20-$30
Reclaim + Repair: The Mahogany Project, curated by Propellor Studio, in collaboration with Museum of Vancouver, celebrates the creativity and craft of Vancouver’s design community, while engaging ... »
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Love how the turds pile on Bill at the bottom of the bowl.
Bill, Billy & William all got 2 dollars for their allowance. What is the combined sum that they will spend?
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So glad Im not going to the event with Bill. Imagine the rant he’d have on pay parking.
yeah, BIll…you’re gonna have a jammer over two bucks.
Yeah Bill settle down piglet
Thanks for the event information.
This is by far the best website to be updated with events going on in the city!
Great Canadian Volkswagen Show at Concorde Pacific next to Science World. The biggest VW show in Canada! Sunday 10am-4pm
Geez Bill,calm down, eh
BC Highland Games ticket prices. You claim to be $2 lower than the actual website lists under Eventbrite. So how you you obtain the lower prices you offer??? Adults listed at $15 on the website for the Games but you say $13. Gate prices not listed at all on either place..
We verified the details, when it was listed – It was early bird pricing. Regular pricing started on June 1.