January flew by right before our eyes and now it’s time to get excited for February. Here are 12 fun and exciting things to do in Metro Vancouver this week.
Things to do in Metro Vancouver this week
Vancouver International Boat Show
Vancouver International Boat Show
About: With more than 200+ exhibitors, the Vancouver International Boat Show is an absolute must for nautical enthusiasts in the lower mainland.
Whether you’re after the perfect outboard motor for those serene early morning fishing excursions, dreaming of hoisting your sails toward retirement, or eager to ride the wake of excitement on a world-class wakeboard and wakesurf performance boat, the VIBS is your port of call for it all!
Date: January 31 to February 4, 2024
Address: BC Place and Granville Island
Time: Various times
Cost: Starting at $5
About: Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver (800 Robson Street), this magical experience is perfect for the entire family.
Date: December 1, 2023 to February 29, 2024
Address: Robosn Square – 800 Robson Street, Vancouver
Time: 9am to 9pm
Cost: $5 skate rentals
Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival
About: Nothing like warming up with a good cup of hot chocolate when it’s cold outside. This is the ultimate opportunity to explore some of the city’s best hot chocolate spots and discover new cafes.
Date: January 13 to February 14, 2024
Location: 95 participating locations across Metro Vancouver
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About: The festival lets you discover the best poutine dishes across Canada. From February 1st to 7th, restaurants across Canada join the festival and create a unique poutine dish for participants to try.
Date: February 1 to 7, 2024
Location: Participating locations across Canada
About: Visitors get to walk through the 1.2 km pathway around Lafarge Lake that gets transformed into a winter wonderland. Awe-inspiring seasonal lights and beautiful displays will definitely get you and the entire family in the holiday spirit.
Date: Open until end of February 2024
Location: Town Centre Park – 1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Time: 5pm to 8pm
Tickets: FREE
About: Come skate at Metro Vancouver’s largest outdoor skating rink! The skate plaza offers daily skating, as well as free helmets and skate aides
Date: December 1, 2023 to March 3, 2024
Location: The Shipyards – 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Time: Various times
Tickets: $17
About: The PuSh International Performing Arts Festival is back this winter to once again showcase local artists and performers. Audiences get the opportunity to watch performances that delve into important issues.
Date: January 18 to February 4, 2024
Location: Various locations
Time: Various times
Tickets: Starting at $16.75
Love Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
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About: Love Lights returns to Capilano Suspension Bridge from February 2 to 25, 2024, letting you take your date night to great heights with Valentine’s-themed lights.
The suspension bridge, Treetops Adventure, Cliffwalk’s Arc de Lumina and Park will all feature Valentine’s-themed lighting experiences and activities that will dazzle and amaze romantics of all ages.
Date: February 2 to 25, 2024
Location: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park – 3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver
Time: 10am to 8pm
Tickets: Various prices
About: Guests will once again be able to dine in spacious snow globes at H Tasting Lounge. Each dome boasts panoramic glass panelling bound by an intricately designed wooden framework.
Date: November 2 until February 2024
Address: H Tasting Lounge — 1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver
Vancouver Taboo Everything To Do With Sex Show
About: The Taboo Everything To Do With Sex Show is returning to Vancouver, providing an upscale adult playground dedicated to enhancing lifestyles, encouraging romance, personal betterment and all things Taboo.
Date: February 2 to 4, 2024
Location: Vancouver Convention Centre – 999 Canada Place, Vancouver
Time: 5pm to midnight (Friday), 1pm to midnight (Saturday), 12pm to 5pm (Sunday)
Tickets: Various prices
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About: Now in its 22nd year, Dine Out Vancouver is a festival that brings together hundreds of chefs, more than 300 restaurants, wineries, craft breweries, suppliers and more!
The festival runs from January 17th to February 4th, 2024 and participating restaurants will have multi-course dinner menus ranging from $20 to $65.
Date: January 17 to February 4, 2024
Location: Locations across Metro Vancouver
Whistler Blackcomb’s Fire & Ice Show
About: Head up to Whistler this winter to see a spectacular display of skills and cultural sharing. World-class athletes jump and flip through a blazing ring of fire to the beats of a live DJ. Learn about the legend of Spo7ez, a village shared by the Squamish Nation and the Lil’wat Nation and see a performance by world champion hoop dancer, Alex Wells.
The show will be held every Sunday until March 12th, 2024.
Date: December 31, 2023 to March 12, 2024
Location: Skier’s Plaza in Whistler Village (base of Whistler and Excalibur Gondolas)
Time: 7pm
Tickets: FREE
For more local events, visit our events calendar.