The most romantic day of the year is upon us, and across the city, there are a number of ways to celebrate the love in your life regardless of your relationship status.
From love-themed lights at Capilano to ice skating, here are 13 fun and exciting things to do in Metro Vancouver this week.
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Things to do in Metro Vancouver this week
Love Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
About: Love Lights returns to Capilano Suspension Bridge from Friday, January 31st to Sunday, February 23rd, 2025, giving you the chance to take your next date night to great heights with Valentine’s Day-themed lights.
Romantics of all ages are invited to take in millions of twinkling lights across the park, romantic walks across the iconic 450-foot suspension bridge, magical photo ops, and so much more.
Date: January 31 to February 23, 2025
Location: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park – 3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver
Time: 10am to 8pm
Admission: Various prices
About: The Robson Square Ice Rink reopens for the 2024 winter season on Friday, November 29th. Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver (800 Robson Street), this magical experience is perfect for the entire family.
Skating is free for all ages as long as you bring your own skates. If you don’t have your own skates, you can rent a pair for a small fee. Helmets are mandatory for everyone 12-years-old and under.
Date: November 29, 2024 to January 28, 2025
Address: Robson Square – 800 Robson Street, Vancouver
Time: 9am to 9pm
Admission: FREE
About: This year’s Dine Out Vancouver festival has now come to an end. The good news is that a number of Vancouver restaurants have decided to extend their special menus for a little while longer.
Restaurants that have extended their offerings include The Victor, Dahlia, and Lavantine to name just a few.
Address: Numerous restaurants across Vancouver
About: As a special gift to their Instagram followers, visit Lee’s Donuts in Steveston from January 28th to February 15th to get a free donut when you purchase half a dozen.
Date: January 28 to February 15, 2025
Location: Lee’s Donuts – 4180 Bayview Street Unit 110, Richmond
About: Celebrate the Year of the Snake with a Lunar New Year-inspired afternoon tea experience at Notch8 at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Indulge in a curated selection of exquisite teas paired with a variety of sweet and savory treats inspired by traditional flavors and festive delights.
Date: Now until February 23, 2025
Address: Notch8 Restaurant & Bar – 900 W Georgia Street, Vancouver
Time: Various times
Tickets: $72 per adult and $40 per child
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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: Open until mid March
Location: The Shipyards – 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Time: Various times
Admission: FREE
About: Prince Harry is the founder and patron of the Invictus Games Foundation, who was inspired to help wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women following his deployment in Afghanistan. The 2025 Invictus Games are being hosted by Vancouver and Whistler from February 8 to 16.
The Invictus Games will bring together up to 550 competitors from up to 25 nations to compete in adaptive sports, including the new winter sports: Alpine Skiing and Snowboard, Nordic Skiing, Biathlon, Skeleton and Wheelchair Curling
The opening ceremony is happening on February 8 at BC Place, and will feature some big music names, including Katy Perry, Noah Kahan, Nelly Furtado.
Date: February 8 to 16, 2025
Location: Various locations in Whistler and Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices
Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival
About: The 15th annual Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival (formerly Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival) returns from January 18th to February 14th, 2025.
This is the ultimate opportunity to explore some of the city’s best hot chocolate spots and discover new cafes. The 2025 festival features 125 vendors and 180 drink flavours!
Date: January 18 to February 14, 2025
Address: Various locations
Lunar New Year dinners and menus
About: It’s the Year of the Snake, and with Vancouver’s diverse culinary scene, numerous restaurants are showcasing special offerings to help you celebrate with loved ones.
Date: Throughout February
Location: Various restaurants across Metro Vancouver
City of Coquitlam
About: Meet a variety of potential employers, including 50 vendors. This is an opportunity to network and attend free workshops on interview skills, resume writing, employment counselling, and more. Find the employment opportunity that is perfect for you.
Date: Running until February 17, 2025
Address: Westin Bayshore – 1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver
Time: 1pm to 5pm
Firehall Arts Centre presents: Women of the Fur Trade
About: Running from Saturday, February 8 to Sunday, February 23, 2025, this play is set in eighteen hundred and something-something, somewhere upon the banks of a Reddish River in Treaty One Territory. Three very different women with a preference for 21st century slang find themselves stuck in a fort having tea and sharing their views on life, love, and Louis Riel.
Date: February 8 to 23, 2025
Location: Firehall Arts Centre – 280 E Cordova Street, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices
About: Whether you’re coupled, throupled or none-of-the-above, you’ll have a belly-aching, heart-breaking good time at The Improve Centre as their performers explore the ups and downs of relationships and the lack thereof!
Date: February 7 to 28, 2025
Location: The Improv Centre – 1502 Duranleau Street, Vancouver
Time: 9:30pm (Fridays and Saturdays)
Tickets: Various prices
“Death by Chocolate” Valentine’s Cocktail Mystery
About: The St. Valentine’s Cocktail Experience is where love and deception intertwine. It’s described as a soirée filled with suspense, laughter, and a touch of danger!
This elegant soirée turns sinister when a bitter rivalry with corporate giant Sinister Sweets resurfaces, leading to treachery, poisoned chocolate (or was it the champagne?) and murder most bittersweet.
Date: February 14, 2025
Location: 3875 Point Grey Road, Vancouver
Time: Doors open at 6pm
Tickets: $195+