More than 40 fun and fantastic things to do in Vancouver in March

March is finally here and the new month is packed with fun events happening around Vancouver!

To help you plan your activity schedule, here is our roundup of 43 events to check out this month. CelticFest, Monster Jam, Juno Awards, and more.

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The 54th Annual Juno Awards

What: The 54th Annual Juno Awards will take place on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at Rogers Arena, presented by the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS).

Canada’s largest celebration of music includes festivities across the city, a Canadian Music Hall of Fame induction, and Michael Bublé hosting and performing during the star-studded event.

The Juno Awards will also induct Canadian pop punk rock legends Sum 41 into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame during a special presentation. The live broadcast performance is also set to be the group’s last.

When: March 30, 2025
Where: Rogers Arena — 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Start at $70.85 (including tax plus fees) and are on sale now

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Vancouver Aquarium presents Survival of the Slowest

What: Vancouver Aquarium’s new exhibit, Survival of the Slowest, is celebrating all things slow in the animal kingdom by giving you a sneak peek behind some of nature’s most inventive creatures. From now until Monday, Sept. 1, this limited-time exhibit lets you step into a world where being slow, small, and even weak can be a powerful survival strategy.

Throughout the exhibit, you can dive into interactive displays to uncover how these naturally slow critters, like the two-toed sloth, have adapted to survive in the wild. Relax into daily Slow & Tell animal presentations so you can chill with the coolest sluggish creatures like the four-toed hedgehog and the armoured armadillo.

When: Now until Sept.1, 2025
Where: Vancouver Aquarium — 845 Avison Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Tickets are on sale now starting at $41.95

Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival 2025

What: Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival is here to inspire you with its epic series of events celebrating climbing, snowsports, mountain biking, and more.

There are 60 films at 20 in-person shows in VIMFF’s 2025 lineup, exploring important themes like the environment, Indigenous voices, resistance, and more.

VIMFF is also welcoming some of the world’s leading explorers, athletes, and creatives. Hear their unique experiences, take part in a variety of workshops, and more throughout the festival.

When: Now until March 4, 2025 (in-person), Now until March 23, 2025 (online)
Time: Various times
Where: Various locations
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival 2025

What: Get your cameras ready because the colourful Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival (VCBF) is returning this spring and it will be blooming bigger than ever.

The festival is one of the city’s most beloved yearly events, with a huge lineup of events to discover from March 26 to April 28. The popular Blossoms After Dark takeover of David Lam Park also returns bigger than ever from March 28 to 30.  Guests will enjoy added light art installations, a licensed lounge with a stage where you can try specially crafted cherry blossom cocktails, and roaming performers.

When: March 26 to April 28, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Various locations around Metro Vancouver

Echoes of Memory

What: Museum & Archives of North Vancouver’s latest feature exhibition spotlights untold stories of aging, memory loss, and dementia and how community can shape a collective human experience. Echoes of Memory features over 100 items from the museum’s collection as well as a touring display by Canadian Artist Karen Bondarchuk titled, A Crow A Day.

When: Now until June 1, 2025 (Open Wednesday to Sunday until March)
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Museum of North Vancouver — 115 West Esplanade, North Vancouver
Tickets: $10 to $14 at the door, children 5 and under and Indigenous people are free. Annual passes can be purchased online

Femme, Femme, Femme: International Women’s Day Edition

What: The Improv Centre celebrates International Women’s Day with a showcase of fabulous funny femmes. Laugh along with your favourite performers and special guests, and bring your best suggestions to inspire the comedians throughout the evening.

When: March 6, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Improv Centre – 1502 Duranleau St., Vancouver
Cost: Various, purchase Online

Nowruz New Year Celebration at Capilano Mall

What: Capilano Mall is hosting a thrilling Nowruz New Year celebration on March 22 and everyone is invited. Guests will enjoy cultural dance performances by the Academy of Middle Eastern Dance, traditional drumming by Dafan Band, and a Haft-Seen table display by Solievent.

When: March 22, 2025
Time: Noon to 2 p.m.
Where: Grand Court at Capilano Mall – 935 Marine Dr., North Vancouver
Cost: Free

Shrek Rave

What: The Shrek Rave, presented by Modo-Live is notorious for people’s costumes of iconic characters from the classic tale. Get some friends together and dance the night away dressed as Lord Farquaad or the Three Blind Mice.

DJs will play memorable Shrek hits, while the visuals from the hit films will make you feel as happy as an ogre in a swamp.

Get ready to take part in “I’m A Believer” singalongs while enjoying Shrek-themed drinks. The 19+ event will also offer prizes to the best dressed, so get ready to be an “All Star.”

When: March 7, 2025
Time: 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Where: The Pearl — 881 Granville St., Vancouver
Tickets: $20 plus fees; purchase online

Let’s Hear It Live Juno Block Party

What: The Let’s Hear It Live Juno Block Party will showcase a variety of established Canadian talent and emerging artists on the TD Main Stage. Attendees will enjoy performances by local and Juno-nominated artists, discover a night market with local vendors and delicious food, and more.

The block party is just one of the events planned for Vancouver during the Junos season. There will also be an Indigenous business of music workshop, a music therapy session, an Indigenous storytelling circle and music industry mixer, and a lunchtime concert series at The Carnegie Centre.

When: March 27 to 29, 2025
Time: 4 to 10 p.m. (Thursday and Friday), 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. (Saturday)
Where:  šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square (Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza)
Cost: Free, register online

Festival du Bois

What: The 36th edition of Festival du Bois is a weekend celebration of francophone and French-Canadian culture, and the largest in B.C. Enjoy music and dance, traditional food, shows for children, fun activities, and more.

When: March 7 to 9, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Mackin Park — 1046 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam
Tickets: Online

Jelly Roll

What: Get ready to jam out because country superstar Jelly Roll is coming to Vancouver this winter with his new tour.

Jelly Roll’s The Beautifully Broken Great Northern Tour will come to Rogers Arena on March 8, 2025. His most recent album, Beautifully Broken, debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 All Genre Chart and #3 on the Billboard Canadian Album Chart and spent two weeks as the #1 Canadian country album.

When: March 8, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices. Purchase online

Insomnia Festival 2025

What: Insomnia Festival returns to the TRADEX in Abbotsford on Saturday, March 22, and the lineup includes some of the world’s biggest DJs and EDM stars.

This year will feature Alesso, Alok, KSHMR, Ben Nicky, and Cosmic Gate. Guests can also check out the new Basszone Stage showcasing Rooler and Lil Texas.

When: March 22, 2025
Time: 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Tradex Trade and Exhibition Centre – 1190 Cornell St., Abbotsford
Tickets: Various prices; purchase online

Monster Jam Vancouver

What: Monster Jam returns to Vancouver this spring, and the travelling motorsports experience will have some new gigantic beasts along for the ride.

The family-friendly event is returning to the Pacific Coliseum for three massive events from March 21 to 23. It will be the only Vancouver stop in 2025.

The world champion athletes and their 12,000-pound monster trucks will be tearing up the dirt during the Vancouver Monster Jam Arena Championship Series West shows. Local fans will also experience two new trucks for the very first time.

When: March 21 to 23, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. (Friday and Saturday), 1 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday). Pit Party passes are also available.
Where: Pacific Coliseum – 100 N Renfrew St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Paper Label Warehouse Sale

What: Paper Label is hosting a Warehouse Sale with sizes XS to XL to try on, purchase and take home. Update your wardrobe with the help of Team Paper Label on site, with jumpsuits, dresses, sleep and loungwear, t-shirts and sweaters, and more. Stock replaced daily with limited fitting rooms available on-site. Shoppers are asked to bring their own bag.

When: March 6 to 9, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Thursday), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Friday and Saturday), 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: 1355 Parker St., Vancouver. Enter through the courtyard doors located on the Odlum side of the building (buzz 240 if the doors are closed)

Vancouver Story Slam

What: Vancouver Story Slam features 10 storytellers sharing original short stories in a competition for cash and prizes as well as a spot in the championship show. Performers at Hero’s Welcome on March 13 include Erin Reddekopp, Josh Silberg, Saoirse Pritchard, and more. The event will also include special guest storyteller Abby Crispo

When: March 13, 2025
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: The Pleasant – 2434 Main St., Vancouver
Cost: $8 cash at the door

2025 Pokémon Regional Championships

What: Do you have what it takes to be the very best? Like no one ever was? Then you need to make plans for the Pokémon Regional Championships coming to Vancouver from March 7 to 9.

Thousands of trainers from across the region and beyond are expected to converge at the Vancouver Convention Centre to compete for a portion of over $130,000 in prizes and scholarships.

When: March 7 to 9, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre East Exhibit Hall A, B and C — 999 Canada Pl., Vancouver
Register: Online

Let’s Hear It BC Junos Plaza Party

What: Surrey will host the Let’s Hear It BC Junos Plaza Party at City Hall Plaza on March 15. There will be over 30 artists on six stages to check out throughout the day, including throughout the Plaza, City Centre Library, and Dominion restaurant in the Civic Hotel.

Guests can also enjoy DJs, family programming, a 5X Art Party, and food trucks at the one-day music festival showcasing top local and national talent.

When: March 15, 2025
Time: 2 to 10 p.m.
Where: Surrey Civic Plaza — 13450 104th Ave., Surrey
Cost: Free, register online

Dancing Queen: ABBA x Queen Dance Party

What: Get ready to take over the dance floor because an ABBA and Queen dance party is coming to the Hollywood Theatre this month. DJ Flipout will spin your faves from the two timeless bands plus more hits to get you in the partying mood.

When: March 21, 2025
Time: 10 p.m.
Where: Hollywood Theatre – 3123 W Broadway, Vancouver
Tickets: $10 plus fees, purchase online

CelticFest Ceilidh

What: The CelticFest Ceilidh is always a festival highlight with its lively assortment of music and dance. Hosted by Blackthorn, the event will also feature performances by the Vancouver Police Pipe Band, O’Brien School of Irish Dance, and Shot of Scotch Vancouver Company.

When: March 14, 2025
Time: 7 to 11 p.m.
Where: Hellenic Community Centre – 4500 Arbutus St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, children 12 and under are free. Purchase online

Vancouver International Auto Show

What: Car lovers, start your engines! The Vancouver International Auto Show is making its highly anticipated return to the Vancouver Convention Centre from March 19 to 23, 2025.

The 2025 Auto Show will feature displays of the latest vehicles, test drive opportunities, and insights into electric and hybrid technologies from top automotive manufacturers as well as local BC dealerships.

When: March 19 to 23, 2025
Time: Noon to 9 p.m. (Wednesday), 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Thursday to Saturday), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre West — 1055 Canada Pl., Vancouver
Price: $19 to $21 for general admission | $14 to $15 for students and seniors | $6 for kids | $38 to $53 for a family pass. Purchase online

David Cross

What: Award-winning comedian David Cross returns to Canada with his new stand-up tour, The End of The Beginning of The End.

David is an Emmy Award winner and Grammy Award nominee. Fans will recognize him from Arrested Development, Mr. Show, Kung Fu Panda, and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.

When: March 22, 2025
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Vogue Theatre – 918 Granville St., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, purchase online

Spring Break at VIFF Centre – Generation Pixar

What: Bring the whole family to VIFF Centre and enjoy an exciting variety of films that everyone will love. The lineup for VIFF’s spring break programming is celebrating everything Pixar, with film screenings, talks, music, trivia and more.

When: March 17 to 30, 2025
Time: Various screening times
Where: VIFF Centre — 1181 Seymour St., Vancouver
Tickets: $10-$16. Discounts for students, seniors and VIFF+ members. Purchase online

Cheer on the home teams

Vancouver Canucks

What: The Canucks continue the NHL season at Rogers Arena this month with several home games, including the Minnesota Wild on March 7, Montreal Canadians on March 11, and Winnipeg Jets on March 18.

When: Various dates
Time: Various times
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online

Vancouver Giants

What: The Vancouver Giants continue the WHL season at the Langley Events Centre with games against the Wenatchee Wild on March 2, Prince George Cougars on March 9, Victoria Royals on March 15, and Kelowna Rockets on March 23.

When: Various dates
Time: Various times
Where: Langley Events Centre – 7888 200th St., Langley
Cost: Various; purchase online

Vancouver Warriors

What: The Vancouver Warriors continue the National Lacrosse League season at Rogers Arena this month with games against the Toronto Rock on March 14 and the Georgia Swarm on March 22.

When: March 14 and 22, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online

Abbotsford Canucks

What: The Abbotsford Canucks continue their AHL campaign this month, with home games including visitors San Jose Barracuda on March 7 and 8, Bakersfield Condors on March 11 and 12, and Calgary Wranglers on March 15 and 16.

When: Various dates
Time: Various times
Where: Abbotsford Centre – 33800 King Rd., Abbotsford
Cost: Various; purchase online

Vancouver Whitecaps

What: Vancouver Whitecaps continue their MLS season this month with several exciting home games at BC Place. Cheer on the ‘Caps as they face LA FC on March 2, C.F. Monterrey in CONCACAF Champions Cup on March 5, CF Montreal on March 8, and Chicago Fire FC on March 22.

When: Various dates
Time: Various times
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online

2025 Indochino U Sports Women’s and Men’s Final 8 Basketball Championships

What: UBC is hosting the Women’s and Men’s Final 8 basketball tournaments at the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre and Historic War Memorial Gym, and it will be the first time in U Sports history that a single university is hosting both events at the same time. Cheer on the teams as they compete for the championships from March 13 to 16.

When: March 13 to 16, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre and Historic War Memorial Gym
Cost: Various; purchase online

Bon appetite

Budgies 2005 Pricing

What: To celebrate its twentieth anniversary, Budgie’s Burritos will be rolling back the prices of its burritos to what it was back in 2005. That means you can score one of its tasty vegetarian handhelds for just $6.

To put that into context, the restaurant’s burritos currently range anywhere from $12.50 to $14.75, meaning you’ll be receiving an over 50 per cent discount.

However, this deal will only be available for one day only on Saturday, March 8.

When: March 8, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: 44 Kingsway, Vancouver

Bite of Burnaby

What: Bite of Burnaby is a month-long event that aims to support the city’s diverse dining establishments by offering special, affordably-priced menus at participating restaurants.

From March 1 to 31, the more than 65 restaurants included in the festival will offer special menus, combos, and deals at set prices ranging from $10 to $60. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy your favourites or dig into something new.

When: March 1 to 31, 2025
Time: Various hours of operation
Where: Various restaurants across Burnaby; see the list online

The Perfect Bite

What: Time to pick up your magnifying glass, detectives! An official Netflix murder mystery dinner is coming to Vancouver, and you’re invited to take a bite out of crime.

Secret City Adventures is collaborating with Netflix on the event, which will see guests watching a murder case unfold while deciphering clues. Of course, they will also enjoy a delicious dinner that is simply to die for.

When: Now until April 27, 2025
Time 7 p.m.
Where: Glowbal — 590 West Georgia St., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, including individual tickets, tables of 4, and VIP. More info online

Ramadan Fest B.C.

What: A brand new festival is debuting in Surrey next week that will help the community celebrate Ramadan while offering delicious food, cultural activities, and more late into the night.

Ramadan Fest B.C. is happening at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds from Wednesday, March 5, to Sunday, March 9. And festival organizers bill it as Surrey’s biggest late late night market.

When: March 5 to 9, 2025
Time: 4 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Where: Cloverdale Agriplex – 17763 62 Ave., Surrey
Cost: Starting at $5 plus fees for a single admission, purchase online

Taste of the Tri-Cities

What: Taste of the Tri-Cities is in full swing with dozens of participating restaurants, breweries, cafes, and more. The festival lasts until March 15, so you have plenty of time to taste set menus from participating eateries, enjoy some sweet takeout specials, and potentially score a great discount on your meal.

When: Now until March 15, 2025
Where: Various locations

Enjoy the arts

Broadway Across Canada – Tina

What: Broadway Across Canada presents Tina – The Tina Turner Musical, filled with all the iconic songs from the Queen of Rock and Roll. Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall, Tina tells the story of how the singer overcame the odds to become one of the world’s favourite artists of all time.

When: March 25 to 30, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. (Tuesday to Sunday), 2:30 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday)
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre — 630 Hamilton St., Vancouver
Tickets: Online

Coastal Dance Festival 2025

What: The 18th Annual Coastal Dance Festival brings Indigenous artists from across the country and around the world together to celebrate and showcase Indigenous dance. Highlights include artist-sharing events, festival stage performances, and more.

When: March 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Museum of Anthropology – 6393 NW Marine Dr., Vancouver – Anvil Centre – 777 Columbia St., New Westminster
Cost: Various prices with a number of events by donation or included in museum admission, purchase online

What’s the Craic? A Night of Irish Devilry

What: Clare Voyeur presents a Paddy’s Day party as part of the 2025 Celtic Fest’s programming. Guests of the annual variety show will enjoy burlesque, comedy, live music, games, and more while learning about the spirit and lore of the Emerald Isle.

When: March 16, 2025
Time: Doors 8:15 p.m., show 9 p.m.
Where: Rio Theatre – 1660 E Broadway, Vancouver
Tickets: $38 online, $42 at the door plus fees. Purchase online

The Beach Boys

What: The Beach Boys’s Endless Summer Gold Tour announcement coincides with the news that co-founder, lead singer, and lyricist Mike Love has been nominated for induction into the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Love has written or co-written some of the most well-known songs in pop music history, including “California Girls,” “I Get Around,” and “Kokomo.”

The Beach Boys have sold over 100 million albums, and their founding members were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988. They also released a self-titled documentary on Disney+ in May of this year.

When: March 23, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre — 6066 Thunderbird Boulevard, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices. Purchase online

Brunch: A Comedy Show

What: Brunch aka Allie Entwistle and Kerri Donaldson are a dynamic comedy duo who were winners of Vancouver Comedy Award’s “Best Sketch Group,” runners up for Vancouver Fringe’s Best of the Fest, and have performed at Just For Laughs Vancouver, Portland Skethchfest, Toronto Sketchfest, and Edmonton’s Improvaganza.

When: March 28, 2025
Time: 9 p.m.
Where: Little Mountain Gallery – 110 Water St., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices plus fees. Purchase online

Queens of Comedy

What: An all-female cast of comedians are coming to the Inlet Theatre on March 6, and you won’t want to miss the all-star lineup. in celebration of International Women’s Day. Featuring Jane Stanton, Cassidy Furman, Niki Mohdar, and Britney Lyseng.

When: March 6, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Inlet Theatre – 100 Newport Dr., Port Moody
Tickets: Starting at $33.50 plus fees, purchase online

Twilight in Concert

What: A Twilight concert experience is coming to Vancouver this winter, and fans won’t want to miss it.

The live symphony performance, presented by GEA Live and GFN Productions in collaboration with Lionsgate, is taking place at The Orpheum on Friday, March 14, 2025. Twilight In Concert will feature a live orchestra playing the film’s score while guests enjoy a screening of the supernatural love story.

When: March 14, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: The Orpheum – 601 Smithe St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

PopCappella 3D with Chor Leoni

What: Award-winning choral group Chor Leoni brings its thrilling pop music experience to the Rio Theatre. PopCappella 3D will feature some of music’s biggest hits as performed by Chor Leoni and some of the city’s top musicians. The performances are all set against 3D film projections and immersive lighting in the theatre.

When: March 7 to 9, 2025
Time: 5 and 8 p.m. (Friday and Saturday), 2 and 5 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Rio Theatre — 1660 E Broadway, Vancouver
Tickets: $20-$70 plus fees. 35 and under ticket pricing available. Purchase online

Farmers’ Markets in Metro Vancouver

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 29, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 50 E 30th Avenue and Ontario Street, Vancouver

Kitsilano Winter Farmers’ Market

What: Kitsilano Farmers’ Market takes place on Sundays in the parking lot of the Community Centre and offers a good selection of fresh local produce and gourmet treats to stock up on the week. There are also a number of artisan vendors and food trucks to check out at the market.

When: Every Sunday until April 27, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: West 10th Avenue and Trafalgar Street, Vancouver

Granville Island Public Market

What: You can shop at the Granville Island Public Market year-round. It’s indoors, so it’s a great option on a rainy day. This place is loved by locals and tourists alike. Shop for all your basics and extras here and grab lunch from some of the city’s best eats.

When: Every day
Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Granville Island – 1661 Duranleau Street, Vancouver

Port Moody Winter Farmers’ Market

What: Established in 2008, the Port Moody Winter Farmers’ Market began as a bi-weekly market in the lobby and courtyard of the Port Moody Rec Centre. Now a weekly market, shoppers can stop by every Sunday for local BC produce, artisan crafts, and delicious baked goods.

When: Every Sunday until April 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Port Moody Recreation Complex – 300 Ioco Road, Port Moody