The final few days of May are here and it’s time to make the most out of them.
From Science World After Dark to the Shipyards Night Market, here are 14 fun and exciting things to do in Metro Vancouver this week.
Things to do in Metro Vancouver this week
Photo credit: Shipyards Night Market
About: The Shipyards Night Market takes place every Friday from May 10th to September 13th, 2024. With a fun and vibrant atmosphere, attendees will come across a beer garden, food trucks, plenty of live performances, and an artisan market.
Date: May 10 to September 13, 2024
Address: The Shipyards – 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Cost: FREE entry
About: Put on by the Greater Vancouver Food Truck Festival, Total Event Co., and BC Shop Local, the White Rock Night Market invites people to come out to the White Rock Promenade to enjoy live music, food trucks and more!
Address: White Rock Promenade – Memorial Park, White Rock
Date: Last Friday of each month until September 27
Time: 3pm to 10pm
Admission: FREE entry
Vancouver Aquarium’s Monster of the Abyss
About: Discover Monsters of the Abyss, an all-new interactive exhibit where today’s most famous and feared aquatic predators clash with their prehistoric ancestors! Come face-to-face with some of the “monsters” still roaming today’s oceans, rivers, and lakes in new, extraordinary live habitats, and dare to get up close during daily expert-led Animal Talks.
Date: February 9 to September 2, 2024
Address: Vancouver Aquarium – 845 Avison Way, Vancouver
Cost: $39.95 – $53.95
About: Founded in 2002, the popular night market attracts over a million visitors a year with its delicious lineup of international cuisine, entertainment, and more!
Address: 8351 River Road, Richmond
BC Lions
About: The BC Lions continue their preseason schedule with a game against the Edmonton Elks at BC Place.
Address: BC Place – 777 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
Date: May 31, 2024
Time: 7pm
Admission: Various prices
About: Get ready to dance and move! Bachatopia Tuesdays play all styles of bachata with DJs Moyus and Sefa alternating each week.
Date: Tuesdays until July 30, 2024
Address: Baza Dance Studios – 1304 Seymour Street, Vancouver
Time: 9:30pm
Cost: $5 to $10
About: Come and see an elimination style improv show that brings the best Vancouver improvisors together to compete for the coveted Maestro title!
Each player is given a number, and two directors pick the numbers at random and direct players in scenes. At the end of each scene the audience gives a score, and the players from that scene keep that score.
Date: May 30, 2024
Address: Tightrope Impro Theatre – 2423 Main Street, Vancouver
Time: 7:30pm to 9pm
Cost: Starting at $12.20
About: Science World After Dark is a special monthly event where adults take over the popular Vancouver attraction. Explore the exhibits and galleries with a drink in your hand.
Address: Science World – 1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver
Date: May 30, 2024
Time: 6pm
Admission: $40
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About: BC’s most iconic amusement park is set to open up this weekend for an exciting 2024 season full of tasty bites, thrilling rides, and entertainment.
Known for its exhilarating rides, midway games, unique attractions, and delicious food options, visitors are invited to ride their new launch coaster, ThunderVolt, for an electrifying experience like no other!
Date: Open select dates from May 18 to August 16, 2024
Address: Playland — 2901 East Hastings Street, Vancouver
Time: Various times
Cost: Various prices
About: The Versace Sample Sale is back in Richmond this week!
Shoppers can expect to see up to 80% off on shoes, handbags, clothing, accessories and more. Both men’s and women’s products will be sold at this sale.
Date: May 28 to 30, 2024
Address: Executive Hotel Vancouver Airport – 7311 Westminster Highway, Richmond
Time: Various times
West Coast Conference on Aging
About: Over two days, thought leaders will unveil ground-breaking insights and solutions tailored to the evolving needs of older adults, while addressing the systemic challenges that fuel inequities and health disparities.
Address: Pan Pacific Hotel – 999 Canada Place #300, Vancouver,
Date: May 31 and June 1, 2024
Time: 8am to 4pm
Admission: Various prices
About: Come out to The Quay every Wednesday afternoon for rotating food vendors, local goods, live music and so much more!
Address: The Quay – 123 Cates Court, North Vancouver
Date: Every Wednesday until October 9, 2024
Time: 3pm to 7pm
Admission: FREE entry
Explore one of these beautiful garden itineraries across BC
Gardens BC
About: For those looking to stay local this spring, Gardens BC has put together 9 garden itineraries that let you explore BC like never before.
Date: Happening throughout spring
Address: Locations across BC
About: The annual Vancouver Short Film Festival showcases innovative and original short films from across Canada! This year’s festival features 46 films across six programs, including eight films in their popular After Dark block.
Address: VIFF Centre — 1181 Seymour Street
Date: May 31 to June 2, 2024
Time: Various times
Admission: Various prices