Winter is officially winding down, but the fun is just getting started!
Here are 20 fun events to check out around Vancouver from March 3 to 9. Make plans for Jelly Roll, International Women’s Day celebrations, and more.
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Jelly Roll
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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
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, September 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
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
Vancouver Canucks
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What: The Canucks continue the NHL season at Rogers Arena this week with home games including the Anaheim Ducks on March 5, Minnesota Wild on March 7, and Dallas Stars on March 9.
When: Various dates
Time: Various times
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online
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
Paper Label Warehouse Sale
Paper Label
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 loungewear, t-shirts and sweaters, and more. Stock is 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)
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
Vancouver Whitecaps
What: Vancouver Whitecaps continue their MLS season this week with several exciting home games at BC Place. Cheer on the ‘Caps as they face C.F. Monterrey in CONCACAF Champions Cup on March 5 and CF Montreal on March 8.
When: March 5 and 8, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online
The Critical Hit Show: A DNDLive Improvised Fantasy 13th Anniversary
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What: Join The Critical Hit Show at The Rio Theatre as they quest for glory and snacks in this live, improvised spectacular inspired by the world’s most popular role-playing game.
Featuring Eric Fell as Dungeon Master; Ian Boothby as Benoit the Anointed, the Half-Elf Cleric; Joanna Gaskell as Freya, the Elf Warlock; Barbara Beall as Ingrid, the Halfling Fighter; Ellen MacNevin as Belle Strummer, the Half-Elf Ranger; Allen Morrison as Spitz Lube’n, the Human Wizard; and Shaun Stewart as Brask Hellbeard, the Dwarf Bard.
When: March 6, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rio Theatre – 1660 East Broadway, Vancouver
Cost: $17 in advance, $20 at the door plus fees. Purchase online
Big Trouble in Little Canada
What: Vancouver stand-up faves Jon Endo, Cory Lupovichi, and Robert Peng are teaming up for the new Big Trouble in Little Canada tour. The trio members have been featured on Just for Laughs, the Seattle International Comedy Competition, and the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival, and they’re excited to cause a hilarious ruckus for three shows this winter.
When: March 6 and March 20, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. (March 6), 9:30 p.m. (March 20)
Where: Underground Comedy (March 6) and The Improv Centre (March 20)
Tickets: Various prices
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
Festival du Bois
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
Vancouver Giants
What: The Vancouver Giants continue the WHL season at the Langley Events Centre with games against the Prince George Cougars on Sunday, March 9.
When: March 9, 2025
Time: 4 p.m.
Where: Langley Events Centre – 7888 200th St., Langley
Cost: Various; purchase online
Queens of Comedy
What: An all-female cast of comedians is 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
Ramadan Fest B.C.
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
Gender Equity in Media Festival
What: Gender Equity in Media Society Vancouver presents its 20th annual festival from March 5 to 9 at VIFF Centre. It’s your chance to catch rising film stars and support women and gender-diverse filmmakers onscreen.
There are 32 films from nine countries in this year’s programming, including world premieres, features, shorts and more. GEM Fest will also include receptions and panels for fans to check out.
When: March 5 to 9, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: VIFF Centre — 1181 Seymour St., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices including free events. Purchase tickets online
Jokers Canada’s Comedy Classics
What: Jokers Canada is a travelling comedy club that showcases professional and hilarious stand-ups all over Vancouver. Laugh your way throughout March with acclaimed comics that have performed at Just For Laughs and Winnipeg Comedy Festival, on CW and the CBC, and more.
When: March 7 (Mission), March 14 (Port Coquitlam), March 28 (West Vancouver), 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Various locations
Cost: Various prices, purchase online
2025 Pokémon Regional Championships
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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
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
Abbotsford Canucks
What: The Abbotsford Canucks continue their AHL campaign this week with home games against the visitors San Jose Barracuda on March 7 and 8.
When: March 7 and 8, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Abbotsford Centre – 33800 King Rd., Abbotsford
Cost: Various; purchase online
Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival 2025
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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
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