20 fantastic things to do in Vancouver this week: March 16 to 22

Spring has sprung, and we’re ready to have fun!

Fill your weekly schedule with these 20 great things to do around Vancouver from March 16 to 22: Les Misérables, Goo Goo Dolls, and more.

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Broadway Across Canada – Les Misérables

What: Broadway Across Canada presents Les Misérables at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre this month. The original musical adaptation of Victor Hugo’s novel about Jean Valjean’s desire for redemption won 14 awards during its debut Broadway season, including the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical.

When: March 18 to 29, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre — 630 Hamilton St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Spring Break at Britannia Mine Museum

What: The Britannia Mine Museum invites visitors to take part in the family-friendly spring break activities, including underground tours every 30 minutes, interactive science experiences in the Terra Lab, daily presentations, and more.

When: Now until March 29, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Britannia Mine Museum – 150 Copper Dr., Britannia Beach
Cost: Drop-in programming is included with general admission; purchase online

Hamlet, Prince of Denmark by Ex Machina & Côté Danse

What: Ex Machina + Côté Danse’s Hamlet, Prince of Denmark reinvents the archetypal drama into something raw and immediate. Canonical soliloquies that parse the darkest of human instincts and actions: corruption, suicide, betrayal and murder find a riveting new form.

Guillaume Côté embodies the central character, wrestling with existential questions of being and nothingness, while Robert Lepage, a master of multiple theatrical disciplines, infuses the Bard’s epic tale of intergenerational trauma with contemporary relevance.

When: March 18 to 21, 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Vancouver Playhouse – 600 Hamilton St., Vancouver
Cost: Starting at $40.75, purchase online

Vancouver Canucks

What: The Canucks are back at Rogers Arena this week with several games, including the Florida Panthers on March 17, the Tampa Bay Lightning on March 19, and the St. Louis Blues on March 21.

When: March 17, 19 and 21, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online

Goo Goo Dolls with Dashboard Confessional

What: Legendary 90s band Goo Goo Dolls is sliding into Rogers Forum this month for a show with emo icon Dashboard Confessional. Get ready to sing along to all your favourite hits like “Iris,” “Name,” “Screaming Infidelities,” and more.

When: Friday, March 20, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Forum – 33800 King Rd., Abbotsford
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Vancouver Gem & Mineral Show

What: The Vancouver Gem & Mineral Show is returning to the PNE Forum with more than 100 gem, mineral, and jewellery vendors from across the country.

You can wander the forum filled with vendors selling all kinds of crystals, fossils, wearable art, and more. This is the perfect place to ask experts questions and learn more about rocks, minerals, crystals, and gems.

When: March 20 to 22, 2026
Time: 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. (Friday), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Saturday), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: PNE Forum, 2901 East Hastings St., Vancouver
Cost: $6-$8, children 12 and under are free. Three-day tickets also available. Purchase online

Ohana Comedy Show 

What: A comedy show with a tropical twist. Ohana Comedy Show blends world-class stand-up with the beauty of Polynesian dance at the intimate China Cloud Studios.

Hosted by viral comedian Yumi Nagashima—who performs both dance and comedy—the lineup features Amar Singh, Randee Neumyer, and Juno-nominated musical comedian Shirley Gnome. Inspired by the Hawaiian spirit of “Ohana (family),” the night promises big laughs, vibrant energy, and a joyful community vibe.

When: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: The China Cloud – 524 Main St., Vancouver
Tickets: $33.28, purchase online

Vancouver Whitecaps

What: Vancouver Whitecaps continue their MLS season this week with a game against the San Jose Quakes on March 21 at BC Place.

When: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online

Spring Break at Burnaby Village Museum

What: Burnaby Village Museum is celebrating spring break, and longtime visitors and new guests will discover plenty to enjoy. Special activities throughout the two weeks include Storytime at the Indigenous Learning House, a scavenger hunt, playing heritage games, demos, and more.

When: March 16 to 27, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (last entry at 4 p.m.)
Where: Burnaby Village Museum – 6501 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby
Admission: Free

Vancouver Giants vs Kamloops Blazers

What: The Vancouver Giants wrap up the regular season with a matchup against the Kamloops Blazers on Saturday, March 21, at the Langley Events Centre.

When: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Langley Events Centre – 7888 200th St, Langley
Cost: Various; purchase online

Bradley Sakawsky’s Pro Comedy

What: Vancouver comedian Bradley Sakawsky presents a radical night of laughs inside a skateboard shop. Get ready for a lineup of the city’s funniest comedians curated by Sakaswsky, with huge laughs, unique points of view, and more.

When: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Flatspot Longboard Shop — 112 East Pender St., Vancouver
Tickets: $15-$20, purchase online

Wildlife Weeks: Spring Break at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre

What: Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre and guest presenters are helping nature enthusiasts of all ages discover the wild world around you! The in-person programs include topics such as “Rare creatures of Lynn Canyon Park,” “Birds of Prey,” and “Living with Bears in our Backyard.”

When: Various dates from March 176to March 28, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre – 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, including many by donation. Register online

Tony & Tina’s Wedding

What: Get ready for an immersive dinner theatre that serves up delicious food and laugh-out-loud moments. Tony & Tina’s Wedding features a traditional Italian-Canadian buffet dinner, dancing, and over 20 outrageous characters to meet.

When: March 20 and 21, April 17 and 18, 2026
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Where: 2205 Commercial Dr., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, purchase online

West Van Card Show

What: West Van Card Show features over 100 vendors in two rooms at The Pipe Shop at The Shipyards. Whether you’re looking for sports cards, TCG like Pokémon or Magic, or other collectibles, you’re bound to find them at the show.

When: March 21, April 21, 2026
Time: 12 to 7 p.m.
Where: The Pipe Shop at the Shipyards – 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Cost: $10 cash or $11 if paying with a card. Children 7 and under free when accompanied by an adult

Vancouver Public Library Movie Screening – Harriet

What: Vancouver Public Library hosts a variety of movie screenings for the public at its branches throughout the month, and the best part is they are free to check out. Expect to see the latest Hollywood Blockbusters, timeless classics, and more.

When: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Time: 5 p.m.
Where: nə́c̓aʔmat ct Strathcona Branch – 730 East Hastings St., Vancouver
Cost: Free

Riley Park Winter Farmers’ Market

What: Visitors will find over 85 farms and producers and a selection of food and coffee trucks. Shop for fruits and veggies, eggs and dairy, meat, prepared food, craft beverages, craft items, and more.

When: Every Saturday until March 28, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 50 E 30th Ave. and Ontario St., Vancouver

Family Saturdays at Chinatown Storytelling Centre

What: Learn about Chinatown’s heritage and culture through hands-on activities during Family Saturdays at the Chinatown Storytelling Centre. The event happens on the third Saturday of each month from 12 to 3 p.m. and includes themed activities for guests and free admission for youth 17 years and under.

When: The third Saturday of each month.
Time: 12 to 3 p.m. (Centre is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Where: 168 East Pender St., Vancouver
Cost: Free for youth 17 and under; an adult must accompany guests under 12. Admission is $10 to $12; purchase online

Vancouver Goldeneyes vs New York Sirens

What: Vancouver Goldeneyes take the ice at Pacific Coliseum this week for a home game against the New York Sirens on Wednesday, March 18. The evening will also include a Hannah Miller bobblehead giveaway.

When: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Pacific Coliseum at the PNE – 2901 E. Hastings St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices; purchase online

Ghost Patrol by Vancouver Mysteries

What: Vancouver Mysteries invites super sleuths to try and solve the strange hauntings happening in the downtown core. Paranormal investigators will use all of their skills to explore four different hauntings while learning about life in the city in the 1910s, 1930s and 1970s along the journey.

When: Daily
Time: Various times
Where: Secret location to be revealed to players
Cost: $35 per player plus GST. Purchase Online

Vancouver Comiccon

What: Vancouver Comicon features vendors, local creators, and artist special guests at the Heritage Hall. Discover new books, shop for merch, and more. There will be hourly door prizes and free comics for kids.

When: Sunday, March 22, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Heritage Hall – 3102 Main St., Vancouver
Admission: $5, children 14 and under free