10 fun things to do in Richmond this March

Feb 24 2018, 7:17 am

Fill your March with exciting events happening in Richmond, including Easter, Wheelchair Rugby, and more.

Here is our checklist of 10 things to do around Richmond this March.

For more things happening around town, check out our events section.

Ultimate Queen Celebration

  • What: Hand-picked by original Queen band members for the Queen Extravaganza tribute tour, lead singer, Marc Martel, is known for his uncanny resemblance to Freddie Mercury.
  • When: Saturday, March 3, 2018
  • Time: 8 pm
  • Where: River Rock Casino Resort – 8811 River Road, Richmond
  • Tickets: Online, $69.50

Richmond Seedy Saturday

  • What: Bring your family and fuel up with a free pancake breakfast, arts & crafts, and family style games.
  • When: Saturday, March 3, 2018
  • Time: 10 am to 2 pm
  • Where: Thompson Community Centre – 5151 Granville Ave, Richmond
  • Admission: By Donation

2018 Vancouver Invitational Wheelchair Rugby Tournament

  • What: The best wheelchair rugby teams from across Canada and the Pacific Northwest battle for the title in Division 1 and 2.
  • When: Friday, March 9, 2018 to Sunday, March 11, 2018
  • Time: Various times
  • Where: Richmond Olympic Oval – 6111 River Road, Richmond
  • Admission: By donation

Exotic Reptile Show

  • What: Meet snakes, lizards and geckos at this show presented by the West Coast Society for the Protection and Conservation of Reptiles.
  • When: Saturday, March 10 to Sunday, March 11, 2018
  • Times: 11 am to 4 pm
  • Where: Richmond Nature Park – 11851 Westminster Hwy, Richmond
  • Admission: By donation

Fred Cheng

  • What: Frederick “Fred” Cheng is a Canadian-born Hong Kong actor and singer. He has starred in numerous Hong Kong series including Shine On You, Love Bond, The Charm Beneath, and Forensic Heroes. In 2013 he competed in the Hong Kong singing competition, The Voice of the Stars, winning first place and publishing his first single, “Nobody”.
  • When: Monday, March 12, 2018
  • Time: 8 pm
  • Where: River Rock Casino Resort – 8811 River Road, Richmond
  • Tickets: Online, $48

Lunch & Learn: Blockchain & Cryptocurrency 101

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  • What: Join the Richmond Chamber of Commerce over the lunch hour for an informative seminar, giving attendees the introductory tools to understand Blockchain and Cryptocurrency technologies. Guests are welcomed to bring their lunch. Coffee, tea and water will be provided.
  • When: Thursday, March 15, 2018
  • Time: 11:45 am to 1 pm
  • Where: Richmond Chamber of Commerce Boardroom – #202 North Tower – 5811 Cooney Road, Richmond
  • Tickets: Online, $10

I Lost My Husband

  • What: Catherine Léger’s comedy J’ai perdu mon mari was a hit in Quebec and Ruby Slippers Theatre commissioned this English language translation from Leanna Brodie to present the World Premiere of I Lost My Husband.
  • When: Thursday, March 15 to Saturday, March 24, 2018
  • Time: Various times
  • Where: Gateway Theatre – 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond
  • Tickets: Online, $29

Spring Break at the Steveston Museum & Visitor Centre

  • What: Explore both the Steveston Museum & Visitor Centre, and the Japanese Fishermen’s Benevolent Society Building, on a self-guided tour to learn all about Steveston’s unique heritage. Enjoy fun crafts and activities for children on select dates, and take part in a special spring break Steveston History Hunters scavenger hunt.
  • When: Saturday, March 17, 2018 to Monday, April 02, 2018
  • Time: Various times
  • Where: Steveston Museum – 3811 Moncton Street, Vancouver
  • Tickets: Free

Walk Richmond – Hugh Boyd Park

  • What: Enjoy a walk around one of North America’s single largest artificial turf fields that borders the Richmond Pitch and Putt golf course. A demonstration of the outdoor fitness circuit is offered following the walk.
  • When: Saturday, March 24, 2018
  • Time: 10 to 11 am
  • Meeting Spot: Outdoor Fitness Circuit, West Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 Road.
  • Admission: Free

Easter Eggstravaganza

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  • What: Celebrate with an Easter egg hunt, crafts, games and a visit with the Easter Bunny.
  • When: Saturday, March 31, 2018
  • Time: 10 am to 12 pm
  • Where: Steveston Community Centre – 4111 Moncton Street, Richmond
  • Admission: $10 per child. Parent participation and registration of child only required.
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