What a great weekend it’s shaping up to be!
It starts off with Valentine’s Day, and we get to enjoy a long weekend with our loved ones as it’s Family Day on Monday, February 17th.
From discovering love-themed light installations at Capilano to seeing a historic time capsule open in New Westminster, here are 17 fun and exciting things to do in Metro Vancouver this weekend.
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Things to do in Metro Vancouver this weekend
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: 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
B House, D/6
About: Valentine’s Day is tomorrow, and if you’re still looking for ways to celebrate the love in your life, a number of Vancouver restaurants and cafes are here to help you out.
Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner, or perhaps some special sweets for your plans at home, there are a number of options for you to choose from.
Location: Various restaurants across Vancouver
2nd Annual Community Connections in Substance Use Conference
About: From informative sessions to interactive networking, this is the perfect opportunity to engage with like-minded individuals and professionals in the field. A lunch buffet is included! Don’t miss this chance to collaborate, share ideas, and make a difference in the community. See you there!
Date: February 18, 2025
Location: Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel – 15269 104 Avenue, Surrey
Time: 8:30am
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
Date: February 8 to 16, 2025
Location: Various locations in Whistler and Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices
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
Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival
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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
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
Tin Soldier Time Capsule Opening
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About: The World’s Largest Tin Soldier resides in New Westminster, and back in 2001, children placed items in a time capsule. They selected February 14th, 2025 as the date it would be unsealed.
Come see the time capsule opened up while enjoying a free hot beverage, children’s activities, and more!
Date: February 14, 2025
Location: 810 Quayside Drive / Waterfront Boardwalk
Time: 4pm to 8pm
Admission: FREE
“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+
About: Just For Laughs Vancouver is coming back with an amazing collection of comedy shows taking place across Vancouver from February 13 to 23. Just For Laughs Vancouver 2025 is being headlined by iconic comedian Jerry Seinfeld.
Date: February 15 to 24, 2024
Location: Various venues
Time: Various times
Tickets: Various prices
About: Check out the Vancouver Art Gallery this Family Day, and discover all the exciting exhibits currently on display. Together, children and their families can explore storytelling, time travelling, geometric forests and more through hands-on activities, guided tours and art-making workshops.
Date: February 17, 2025
Location: Vancouver Art Gallery – 750 Hornby Street, Vancouver
Time: 11am to 4pm
Admission: FREE for children 18 and under. Free for Gallery Members or with admission.