14 fun and exciting things to do in Metro Vancouver this weekend (March 15-17)

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It’s the final weekend of winter and it’s shaping up to be a beautiful one with nothing but sunshine in the forecast. From CelticFest to the Vancouver Aquarium’s Monster of the Abyss exhibit, here are 14 fun and exciting things to do in Metro Vancouver this weekend.



Things to do in Metro Vancouver this weekend

CelticFest Vancouver

CelticFest

CelticFest

About: CelticFest Vancouver, the city’s annual celebration of Celtic culture returns this March celebrating 20 years of bringing Celtic music, dance and culture to Vancouver. The festivities kick off on March 14th with an Irish comedy show hosted by local comedian Amy Walsh and finish March 16th with an all-day St Patrick’s Day festival.

The free, all-ages festival on March 16th will have live music, performances, a beer tent, food trucks, Irish dancing, a Celtic-themed market, games, Irish Wolfhounds, a family zone, face painting, sports demonstrations and more.

Date: March 14 to 16, 2024
Location: Various venues + Saturday Festival in šxwƛ̓ ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square – North of the Vancouver Art Gallery
Time: 10am to 9pm (Saturday Festival)
Tickets: Various prices



Bite of Burnaby

About: Get ready to discover all the delicious cuisine Burnaby has to offer. The city’s top restaurants open their doors (and kitchens) for what promises to be a memorable dining experience.

Restaurants will offer special menus, combos, and deals at set prices ranging from $10 to $60.

Date: March 1 to 31, 2024
Location: Restaurants across Burnaby

Vancouver Canucks

About: After falling to the Colorado Avalanche 4-3 in overtime Wednesday evening, the Vancouver Canucks host Alexander Ovechkin
and the Washington Capitals at Rogers Arena this weekend

Date: March 16, 2024
Address: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Time: 7pm
Cost: Various prices

Vancouver Aquarium’s Monster of the Abyss

Vancouver Aquarium

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



LIFE ON MARS: Bowie Party

About: Dress in your finest and dance with DJ Nikki Nevver as she spins tunes from his glam majesty’s repertoire that will get you dancing and spinning late into the Bowie music filled night!

Date: March 15th, 2024
Address: The Wise Hall & Lounge – 1882 Adanac Street, Vancouver
Time: 9pm to 1am
Cost: Starting at $14



Hasan Minhaj: Off With His Head

About: Hasan Minhaj is set to entertain audiences once again with his brand new show, “Hasan Minhaj: Off With His Head”

Date: March 15th, 2024
Address: Queen Elizabeth Theatre – 630 Hamilton Street, Vancouver
Time: 7pm
Cost: Various prices

Twilight Drive-In theatre

Twilight Drive-In

Twilight Drive-In / Facebook

About: The Twilight Drive-In theatre, the last of its kind in Metro Vancouver, is now open for its final season.

The movie audio is broadcasted via FM radio. You can watch the movie from the front or back of your vehicle as long as it’s not blocking people behind you. You also have the choice to sit on a lawn chair outside your vehicle.

Date: Open for the 2024 season
Address: 3350 260 Street, Fraser Highway, Langley Township
Time: Various times
Cost: Starting at $25



Eastside Flea Spring Markets

About: Come out to Eastside Flea for a warehouse full of arts, culture and local vendors! Can’t forget about the yummy beverages at the bar and delicious food trucks out in the courtyard.

Date: Saturdays and Sundays from February 10 to March 24, 2024
Location: 1101 Union Street, Vancouver
Time: 11am to 5pm
Tickets: $5



The Blarney Stone’s St Patrick’s Day Festival!

About: Vancouver’s longest standing Irish pub hosts their 51st annual St Patrick’s Day Festival! Doors open at 9am there will be entertainment all day long, including live bands, Celtic dancers, a piper and a DJ.

Date: March 17, 2024
Location: The Blarney Stone – 216 Carrall Street, Vancouver
Time: 9am
Tickets: Starting at $27

West Coast Amusements Chilliwack Carnival

West Coast Amusements

About: Canada’s biggest travelling carnival is back and is coming to Chilliwack this week! With rides for all ages and delicious carnival bites, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Date: March 14 to 17, 2024
Address: Chilliwack Coliseum – 45323 Hodgins Avenue, Chilliwack
Time: Various times
Cost: Starting at $37



Sunday Night Clothing Swap

About:Want a to fill a bag of clothes for only $12?! This event is the perfect opportunity to find unique pieces while reducing waste. Whether you’re a fashion enthusiast or just looking for a new outfit, this clothing swap is the place to be.

Date: Sundays throughout March
Address: 2560 Arbutus Street, Vancouver,
Time: 7pm to 8pm

Saved by the Bell Dance Party 90s Night

About: Get ready to throw it back to the raddest decade of all time – the 90s! Dust off your fanny packs, grab your scrunchies, and lace up those platform sneakers for a night of non-stop nostalgia on the dance floor.

Date: March 15, 2024
Location: 19640 64 Avenue, Langley
Time: 9pm
Tickets: FREE



F*ck Marry Kill the Improv Show

About: Four friends gather together at a retreat to relive the old days. But secret desires are brewing under the surface. By the end of the day, there will be love, sex, revelations, a wedding, and at least one murder!

Date: March 16, 2024
Location: 2343 Main Street, Vancouver
Time: 9:30pm to 11pm
Tickets: $20

St Paddy’s Day with Paddy Waggin’

About: Lana Lou’s Rock and Roll Eatery is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with live music, which features an opening act from Sinead Sanders! Delicious drinks and bites will be served as well.

Date: March 16, 2024
Location: LanaLou’s – 362 Powell Street, Vancouver
Time: 9pm
Tickets: $20

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