May is coming to a close, so it’s time to see what’s happening this weekend!
From the Hyack International Parade & Festival to Lionel Messi playing at BC Place, here are 15 fun and exciting things to do in Metro Vancouver this weekend.
Things to do in Metro Vancouver this weekend
Hyack International Parade & Festival
New Westminster Hyack Festival Association
About: The 53rd annual Hyack International Parade takes place on Saturday, May 25 and organizers are thrilled to bring the community together for a day full of family-friendly fun!
Organized by the New Westminster Hyack Festival Association, the parade features over 90 entries from throughout BC and some from the United States.
The fun continues over at Tipperary Park with the Hyack Festival! Happening from 11am to 4pm, this free, family-friendly festival will have food trucks, community vendors, live entertainment, and so much more!
Date: May 25, 2024
Address: Tipperary Park – 315 Queens Avenue, New Westminster
Time: 11am to 4pm
Cost: FREE
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
Explore one of these beautiful garden itineraries across 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
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
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About: Inter Miami FC comes to BC Place this weekend, but it will be without Lionel Messi. It’ll be the first time the two teams are playing each other.
Date: May 25, 2024
Address: BC Place – 777 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: Various prices
About: The 128th annual Ladner May Days is back from May 24 to 26 with fun for the entire family! The annual fair features amusement park rides, local vendors, food trucks, and a parade you don’t want to miss!
Date: May 24 to 26, 2024
Address: Memorial Park – 5010 47 Avenue, Delta
Time:
Cost: Starting at $12.20
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
Fort Langley Village Farmers Market
About: The Fort Langley Village Farmers Market is back for another season! The market will be open every Saturday until December 7th. The market is pet friendly.
Date: Every Saturday until December 7
Location: 9025 Glover Road, Langley
Time: 9am to 3pm
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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 Eastside Flea is back this Spring! 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 until May 26
Location: 1101 Union Street, Vancouver
Time: 11am to 5pm
Tickets: $5
About: Learn how to dance Bachata and make new friends in the process! No experience is required and everyone is welcome!
Date: May 24, 2024
Address: 54 East 4th Avenue, Vancouver
Time: 7pm to 8pm
Cost: $26.25
About: Join the Chefs’ Table Society of British Columbia this weekend for the Spot Prawn Festival on Fisherman’s Wharf! Those who come out will see live cooking demos, enjoy delicious food and more!
Date: May 25, 2024
Address: Fishermen’s Wharf – 1505 West 1st Avenue, Vancouver
Time: 11am to 3pm
Cost: FREE entry
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About:The Sober Bike Rave will take particpants through the forests of Stanley Park regardless of the weather! The route features trails, views, and beaches, so be ready to party in your brightest clothes!
Date: May 24, 204
Address: Stanley Park
Time: 7pm
Greater Vancouver Mustang Association 2024 Spring Show
About: Giddy up Mustang and Ford lovers! Come see fabulous Mustangs dating back to 1964 on display in Surrey this weekend.
Date: May 26, 204
Address: Elements Casino Surrey – 17755 60 Avenue, Surrey
Time: 9am to 3pm
Cost: FREE entry
About: Embark on an expansive journey into the world of tequila and agave spirits. This is more than just a tasting – it’s a vibrant celebration of culture, flavours, and community.
Date: May 25, 204
Address: Italian Cultural Centre – 3015 Slocan Street, Vancouver
Time: 7pm to 10pm
Cost: Various prices