Say goodbye to the cold winter weather and hello to spring! Temperatures are warming up and that means it’s time to explore your city like never before. From flower festivals to family-friendly celebrations, there’s so much to do and see in Metro Vancouver this spring. Here is our list of 36 events you need to check out in Metro Vancouver this spring season.
Metro Vancouver Events To Check Out This Spring
March
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About: S.T.A.T.I.O.N., the Scientific Training And Tactical Intelligence Operative Network, calls on guests of all ages to help the world. Start as a new recruit and delve into the history, science, engineering, genetics, and profiles of your favourite Avengers, including Captain America, Iron Man, Black Panther, Captain Marvel, Black Widow, the Hulk, Thor, and more. S.T.A.T.I.O.N., the Scientific Training And Tactical Intelligence Operative Network, calls on guests of all ages to help the world. Start as a new recruit and delve into the history, science, engineering, genetics, and profiles of your favourite Avengers, including Captain America, Iron Man, Black Panther, Captain Marvel, Black Widow, the Hulk, Thor, and more.
Address: The Amazing Brentwood – 4567 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby
Date: March 3, 2023 to May 28, 2023
Time: 10am to 7pm (Monday to Wednesday), 10am to 9pm (Thursday to Saturday)
Cost: Starting at $23
Food Truck Wars
About: Attendees can expect to see 45+ of BC best food trucks go head-to-head to see who has the best food. This year’s event will also feature live entertainment, site-wide alcoholic beverages, games and activities for kids, and much more!
Address: 20901 Langley Bypass, Langley
Date: March 31 to April 2, 2023.
Time: 4pm to 9pm (Friday), 11am to 8pm (Saturday and Sunday)
Cost: Admission is by donation
Brewski Fest
About: Join local breweries on an outdoor patio to sample beer, seltzer, and even non-alcoholic options. Rank your favourite sample with our marble voting system while listening to DJ Kyprios and DJ 2E spin some beats.
Address: 6000 Cypress Bowl Road, West Vancouver
Date: March 25 and 26, 2023
Time: 12pm to 4pm
Cost: $6 cover charge (Season and Beach Pass Holders enter for FREE)
About: Welcome the spring season with some of Vancouver’s favourite vegan brands from food trucks to exclusive restaurant pop-ups. The event will feature 40+ food trucks, entertainment, cocktails, and much more!
Address: The Waldorf – 1489 East Hastings Street, Vancouver
Date: March 23, 2023
Time: 6pm to 10pm
Cost: Admission minium $2
About: Connect with healthcare specialists in employment, career development, entrepreneurship, training, and education. Meet face-to-face with leaders in Vancouver’s healthcare industry.
Address: Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre – 1000 Burrard Street, Vancouver
Date: March 29, 2023
Time: 1pm to 4pm
April
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About: John Mayer is bringing his new solo arena tour to Rogers Arena on Monday, April 10th, 2023. This upcoming tour will mark John Mayer’s first acoustic tour. The seven-time Grammy winner is beloved by fans around the world and has given us numerous hits such as “Your Body Is a Wonderland,” “Waiting on the World to Change,” and many more!
Address: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Date: April 10, 2023
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: Various prices
About: BrickCan, the largest public exhibition of LEGO creations ever held in British Columbia, is returning to Richmond this spring. BrickCan features stunning LEGO creations and brings together people from across the world to display their amazing LEGO models. In addition, BrickCan is hosting a 4-day convention for everyone who is an Adult Fan of Lego (AFOL). This 19+ fan convention will also take place at River Rock Resort from April 20th to 23rd, 2023.
Address: River Rock Casino Resort – 8811 River Road, Richmond
Date: April 22 to 23, 2023
Time: Various times
Cost: Various prices
Surrey Khalsa Day Vaisakhi Parade
About: The largest Vaisakhi parade in the world is returning to Surrey this spring after a 3-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The parade will begin at approximately 9:30am at Gurdwara Sahib Dasmesh Darbar Temple, located at 12885-85 Avenue, and conclude at 4pm. The parade will travel along 124th Street and turn left onto 75th Avenue. From there it’ll continue on 76th Avenue and onto 128th Street before reaching the Temple. The parade will feature a variety of floats, community groups, live music and dancers.
Address: Gurdwara Sahib Dasmesh Darbar 12885 85 Avenue, Surrey
Date: April 22, 2023
Time: 9:30am to 4pm
About:For the first time ever, the Greater Vancouver Food Truck Festival is coming to BCIT. Burnaby Block Party takes place on April 22 and 23, 2023 and will feature 25+ food trucks, live entertainment and more! Burnaby Block Party will also include 15+ local artisan market vendors and promises to have something for everyone to enjoy.
Address: BCIT Parking Lot – 3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
Date: April 22 and 23, 2023
Time: 11am to 8pm
Whistler World Ski & Snowboard Festival
About:The World Ski & Snowboard Festival combines spring energy with Whistler’s unique mountain culture for a week of non-stop events and action on and off the slopes from April 10 to 16, 2023. This popular event features ski and snowboard competitions, music, art, photography, filmmaking and exciting nightlife, plus some of the best skiing and après sessions of the season.
Address: Various locations across Whistler
Date: April 10 to 16, 2023
Time: Various times
Cost: Various prices
Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival
About: The festival is an opportunity for people to appreciate and discover the roughly 43,000 cherry blossom trees across the city. In addition to the trees, the festival puts on accessible public performances and exhibitions, creating a sense of community through art. Back by popular demand, the Sakura Days Japan Fair will be held on April 15 and 16, 2023. This fair celebrates all things Japan, from Japanese food, performances, to arts and culture. Most activities will take place outdoors.
Address: Various locations across Vancouver
Date: April 1 to 30, 2023
Time: Various times
Cost: FREE
About: The Vancouver Sun Run, Canada’s largest 10k road race, is returning the city’s streets on April 16, 2023. Whether you want to walk, jog, or run, everyone is encouraged to come out for this great community event.
Address: Throughout Vancouver
Date: April 16, 2023
Cost: Various registration prices
About: The popular event will see the city’s most talented bartenders come together to showcase the science behind their tastiest tipples. Guests will also enjoy mouth-watering food samples prepared by locally renowned restaurants and caterers. Ticket sales from the event supports students, teachers, and families across BC with FREE access to Science World.
Address: Science World – 1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver
Date: April 27, 2023
Time: 7:40pm to 11pm
Cost: Starting at $185
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
Date: April 28 to October 9, 2023
About: With over 300 tables of high end pop culture collectibles on display, the Vancouver Comic & Toy Show has steadily grown over the past decade to become one of the largest independently run shows of its kind on the planet!
Address: PNE Forum – 2901 East Hastings Street, Vancouver
Date: April 1 and 2, 2023
Time: 11am to 5pm
Cost: Various prices
About: The C’s will face the Spokane Indians (Colorado Rockies affiliate) and postgame fireworks will cap off the return of baseball to Vancouver.
Address: Nat Bailey Stadium – 4601 Ontario St, Vancouver
Date: April 7, 2023
Time: 7pm
About: Come on out to see the wide variety of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates and more available for purchase, all under one roof!
Address: East Delta Hall – 10379 Ladner Trunk Road, Delta
Date: April 15, 2023
Time: 10am to 5pm
Cost: Starting at $5
About: Party for the Planet is the largest Earth Day celebration in British Columbia. Entering its 12th year in 2023, attendees can expect to see a plethora of performers, a sustainable marketplace, food trucks, and much more.
Address: 13450 104 Avenue, Surrey
Date: April 29, 2023
Time: 11am to 7pm
Cost: FREE
All Dressed in White Bridal Show
About: The All Dressed in White Bridal Show is the perfect event for creative engaged couple looking for inspiring, unique vendors for their big day.
Address: Executive Plaza Hotel Metro Vancouver – 405 North Road, Coquitlam
Date: April 23, 2023
Time: 11am to 3:30pm
Cost: $10 – $20
Mums, Tums, Babies & Toddlers Show
About: The Fraser Valley’s premier parenting event provides essential products, services, & expert advice for moms, dads, babies, & toddlers all under a single roof. New and expecting parents won’t want to miss this! Pregnant couples and new parents want to find new products, services, and advice they need for their growing families.
Address: 5 Star Catering – 5640 188th Street, Surrey
Date: April 2, 2023
Time: 9:30am to 2:30pm
Cost: Starting at $5 (children 12 and under are FREE)
About: The AMS Block Party is returning this spring with another stacked lineup that includes 24K Gold, Jauz, and NGHTMRE. Some of Vancouver’s best food trucks will also be at the party to keep you from getting hungry.
Address: 6133 University Boulevard, Vancouver
Date: April 13, 2023
Time: 4pm to 10pm
Cost: Starting at $55
May
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About: Beyoncé is bringing her “Renaissance” world tour to Canada this year. Her tour starts in Stockholm, Sweden on May 10th and it’ll include two shows here in Canada. Her first Canadian stop will be in Toronto on July 8th and she’ll be in Vancouver when she performs at BC Place on September 11th.
Address: BC Place – 777 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
Date: May 10, 2023
Time: 7pm
Cost: Various prices
About: After nearly 1,000 Stars on Ice shows in the U.S. and Canada, four-time World and Canadian Champion Kurt Browning will be saying goodbye to the tour in 2023. The incredible cast that will be joining Kurt for his farewell includes Olympic, World & National Champions Patrick Chan, Elvis Stojko, Piper Gilles & Paul Poirier, Keegan Messing, Madeline Schizas, Alexa Knierim & Brandon Frazier, Madison Chock & Evan Bates, Satoko Miyahara, Loena Hendrickx, Jason Brown and Alissa Czisny.
Address: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Date: May 18, 2023
Time: 8pm
Cost: Starting at $30
About: The Got Craft Spring Market features a curated collection of ceramics, jewelry, clothing, apothecary, homewares, paper goods, food + drink, pet accessories, baby + kid items, and more from 95 makers + small shops.
Address: Croatian Cultural Centre – 3250 Commercial Drive, Vancouver
Date: May 6 and 7, 2023
Time: 10am to 5pm
Cost: $5 (kids 12 and under get FREE admission)
The Vancouver Pancakes & Booze Art Show
About: This 19+ event will highlight ver 75+ local artists exhibiting over 300+ pieces of artwork while you can enjoy FREE all-you-can-eat pancakes.
Address: 147 East Pender Street, Vancouver
Date: May 4, 2023
Time: 5pm
Cost: Starting at $16.82
About: American country music singer and songwriter Luke Combs is performing at BC Place as part of his latest world tour. Combs’ music has earned him two Grammy Award nominations, two iHeart Radio music awards, four Academy of Country Music Awards and six Country Music Association Awards, including the 2021 & 2022 Entertainer of the Year award
Address: BC Place – 777 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
Date: May 27, 2023
Time: 7pm
Cost: Various prices
About: A Shrek-themed rave is taking place this spring and it’s time to bust out those ogre moves! This 19+ party will have plenty of Shrek-themed drinks to keep you going throughout the night.
Address: Harbour Event & Convention Centre — 760 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
Date: May 26, 2023
Time: 10pm to 3am
Cost: Starting at $30
Shania Twain Vancouver Concert
About: Shania Twain is performing two shows in Vancouver as part of her Queen of Me Tour, who will be joined by special guest Lindsay Ell.
Address: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Date: May 2 and 3, 2023
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: Various prices
June
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About: After a 3-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic and public restrictions, Italian Day on the Drive is set to return on Sunday, June 11th, 2023. The 2023 theme for the 14 block cultural street festival is: “Renaissance • Rinascimento”. Through ‘famiglia’, food, wine, music, activities and conversations, attendees will experience Italian culture like never before.
Address: 800 to Commercial Drive
Date: June 11, 2023
Time: 12pm to 9pm
Cost: FREE
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie: Me Vs. Myself Tour
About: A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie is bringing is Me Vs. Myself Tour to UBC’s Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre. His debut studio album, The Bigger Artist (2017), debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 chart.
Address: 6066 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver
Date: June 10, 2023
Time: 8pm
Cost: Various prices
About: The Cloverdale Food Truck Fest is bringing 26 food trucks for a giant block party. Visitors will come across food truck vendors such as Aloha Poke, B and B concessions, BeaverTails REEl Mac N Cheese, and many more!
Address: Cloverdale Agriplex – 17798 62 Ave, Surrey
Date: June 3 and 4, 2023
Time: 11am to 8pm (Saturday) and 11am to 7pm (Sunday)
Cost: FREE entry
About: Driven Aftermarket Car Show focuses on car culture, and aftermarket parts and services. The show has stops all across Canada and attendees can stay on top of the latest automotive trends, meet their next customer or partner, and connect with other people interested in the automotive lifestyle. The Driven Aftermarket Car Show celebrates all things automotive. Imports, domestics, bikes, trucks, cars, and even boats!
Address: Hard Rock Casino Vancouver – 2080 United Boulevard, Coquitlam
Date: June 17, 2023
Time: 12pm to 6pm
Cost: Various prices
About: The 5K Foam Fest is a one of kind obstacle course like no other. Participants will have to make their way through 22+ obstacles including the world’s largest inflatable waterslide, mud pits and 2.5 million cubic feet of foam!
Address: Cloverdale Rodeo – 6050 176 Street, Surrey
Date: June 17, 2023
Time: 8am
Cost: Various prices
About: Register for BC’s largest family fun run and be part of a festive community event that welcomes everyone. Each step you take in this year’s RBC Race for the Kids will make a big difference in the lives of children and families with serious and life-long childhood diseases.
Address: Queen Elizabeth Park – 4600 Cambie Street, Vancouver
Date: June 11, 2023
Time: 9am
Cost: Various prices
Home Opener: Vancouver Bandits vs. Calgary Surge
About: The Vancouver Bandits open up their 2023 season with a match against the Calgary Surge at the Langley Events Centre.
Address: Queen Elizabeth Park – 4600 Cambie Street, Vancouver
Date: June 3, 2023
Time: 7pm
Cost: Various prices
About:The Brain Tumour Walk is an opportunity to come together across Canada to celebrate and remember our heroes. We walk with a united goal – to see an end to brain tumours – and raise funds for life-changing research, support programs, information, advocacy, awareness, and HOPE.
Address: Queen Elizabeth Park – 4600 Cambie Street, Vancouver
Date: June 3, 2023
Time: 8:30am
Cost: FREE (no registration fee)