Over 40 fun and fantastic things to do around Vancouver this spring

Spring has arrived and the new season is blooming with a bunch of fun and fantastic events in Vancouver.

From Italian Day to Vancouver Canadians baseball, Food Truck Wars and more, here are 42 events you need to check out around the city.

And for more fun things happening around town, be sure to check out our Listed section.

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Things to do this spring

Italian Day 2025

What: Let your tastebuds start tingling! Vancouver’s annual celebration of Italian culture, heritage, and community returns this spring.

Thousands of Vancouverites will take over Commercial Drive as it transforms into a 14-block car-free zone. There will be plenty of merchants, food vendors, and entertainment to discover throughout the day-long event.

When: June 8, 2025
Time: 12 to 8 p.m.
Where: Commercial Drive (Venables Street to Grandview Highway), Vancouver
Cost: Free

Nowruz: Celebrate the Arrival of Spring at the Space Centre

What: H.R. MacMillan Space Centre is hosting a Nowruz and Spring Equinox celebration, with family-friendly activities, food and music. Astronomer Rosanna Tilbrook will also be leading a special Planetarium show during the event. DJ Vassa will also be playing live during the evening’s dance party.

When: March 21, 2025
Time: 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: H.R. MacMillan Space Centre — 1100 Chestnut St., Vancouver
Tickets: Online

North Vancouver’s Shipyards Night Market

What: North Vancouver’s Shipyards Night Market (SYNM) is celebrating its 12th anniversary in Lower Lonsdale in 2025. The popular free event takes place every Friday and features a beer garden, live music, market vendors and food trucks.

When: Every Friday from May 16 to Sept. 12, 2025
Time: 3 to 10 p.m.
Where: The Shipyards — 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Cost: Free

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

What: Lakeland Farms’ annual Abbotsford Tulip Festival is slated to open to visitors on Saturday, April 5, kicking off a months-long celebration of everything floral.

The highly anticipated springtime event features a gargantuan garden with over 100 varieties of stunning tulips spread over 35 acres.

When: April 5 (tentative) until May 11, 2025
Where: 3663 Marion Rd., Abbotsford
Tickets: Tiered pricing options for weekdays and weekends. On sale one week before festival opens, 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

Dan Savage’s HUMP! Film Festival

What: The HUMP! Film Festival is a celebration of creative sexual expression. Head to the Rio Theatre to enjoy a carefully curated program with a cornucopia of body types, shapes, ages, colours, sexualities, genders, kinks, and fetishes, all united by a shared spirit of sex positivity.

After the show, guests can vote in categories like Best Humor, Most Creative, and Best in Show to help award $10,000 in cash prizes.

When: March 28 and 29, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Where: Rio Theatre – 1660 E. Broadway, Vancouver
Tickets: $25 plus fees, purchase online

Richmond Night Market 2025

When: The Richmond Night Market is gearing up to officially open for its 2025 season on Friday, April 25. This highly anticipated event is the largest night market in North America.

This year is extra special because it marks the 25th anniversary of the market, and there will be some special offers for visitors to celebrate. One of these special offers is the return of its popular Summer Happy Hour with special food and drink deals that are all under $10.

When: April 25 through Oct. 13, 2025; The night market will be open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holiday Mondays
Where: 8351 River Rd., Richmond

40th Annual Vancouver Jazz Festival

What: The 40th annual Vancouver International Jazz Festival is returning to stages all over the city from Friday, June 20, to Tuesday, July 1.

The full lineup of events will be shared by the Coastal Jazz & Blues Society over the upcoming weeks. To get music lovers jazzed about this year’s fest, organizers announced the first two performances in this summer’s legendary lineup.

First up are headlining performances by Grammy-winning bassist and composer Richard Bona and his Asante trio on Monday, June 23, and world-class guitarist and composer Bill Frisell with Thomas Morgan and Rudy Royston on Tuesday, June 24.

When: June 20 to July 1, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Various venues across Vancouver
Tickets: Free and ticketed events

Party for the Planet

What: The City of Surrey is set to host the 14th annual Party for the Planet at Surrey Civic Plaza, presented by TD, on Saturday, April 26.

This year’s event will be packed full of entertainment and activities for the whole family. The best part is that it’s free to attend and just steps from the Surrey Central SkyTrain station.

When: April 26, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Surrey Civic Plaza – 13450 104 Ave., Surrey
Cost: Free

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

Spring at the Farm and Tulip Forest

What: Floral fans are excited about the opening of Canada’s first tulip forest at Maan Farms in Abbotsford.

Just an hour’s drive from Vancouver, the new Tulip Forest experience is part of Maan’s Spring at the Farm, with adorable animals, interactive fresh-air activities, dog-friendly days, and more.

When: Daily from April 5 until mid-May 2025
Where: Maan Farms — 790 McKenzie Rd., Abbotsford
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Public Disco and VCBF’s Blossom Block Party

What: The Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival (VCBF) is just around the corner, and we’ve got the details on a massive event you need to add to your calendar.

When: April 5, 2025
Time: 2 to 9 p.m.
Where: Dunsmuir Patio at Bentall Centre — 1055 Dunsmuir St., Vancouver
Admission: Free

Vallea Lumina

What: Vallea Lumina’s night walk lets visitors experience a heightened natural landscape of the forest through video, lighting, sound, and special effects put on by Moment Factory. On this evening excursion, the pathway through an old-growth forest lets your imagination come alive as you walk through a mysterious valley filled with enchantment.

When: Various dates
Time: Various timeslots
Where: Cougar Mountain Basecamp, Whistler
Cost: $20.99 to $54.99, children two and under free. Purchase online

Bard on the Beach

What: Bard on the Beach is one of Canada’s largest not-for-profit, professional Shakespeare festivals. Presented in a magnificent setting on the waterfront in Vancouver’s Vanier Park, the festival offers Shakespeare’s plays, related dramas, and several special events from June through September each year.

When: June 10 to Sept. 20, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Vanier Park – 1695 Whyte Ave., Vancouver
Cost: Various, purchase online

Cirque du Soleil’s Crystal

What: Crystal, Cirque Du Soleil’s first-ever acrobatic performance on ice, is coming to the Pacific Coliseum for six shows from June 4 to 8, 2025.

The first Cirque production to use real snow will showcase banquine, aerial straps, hand-to-trapeze, juggling, hand balancing and more during each performance.

When: June 4 to 8, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Pacific Coliseum at the PNE – 2901 E. Hastings St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Hoppy Easter

10th Annual Big Easter Run

What: Runners will be hopping around Jericho Beach Park for the return of the yearly Big Easter Run. The 10th annual event promises to be a fun day for the whole family and is also a fundraiser for KidSport BC.

When: April 19, 2025
Time: 12 to 4:15 p.m.
Where: Jericho Beach Park — 3941 Point Grey Rd., Vancouver
Registration: Online

Bunny Bingo at Capilano Mall

What: Capilano Mall invites everyone to join in the fluffy festivities in the Grand Court on April 19. Take part in bunny bingo for a chance to win prizes from Purdys Chocolatier. Then take a selfie with the Easter Bunny for a chance to win a Capilano Mall gift card.

When: April 19, 2025
Time: 12 to 2 p.m.
Where: Capilano Mall — 935 Marine Dr., North Vancouver
Cost: Free

Easter at the Cannery

What: This annual family-friendly weekend at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site features crafts, storytime, games, and the popular Easter Salmon Scavenger Hunt. Activities are suitable for children ages two to six, though all ages are welcome.

When: April 18 to 20, 2025
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site – 12138 4th Ave., Richmond
Cost: Special event admission of $6.50 for children two years old and above, $9.50 for adults 18+

Cheer on the home teams

Vancouver Canadians

What: Baseball is Back #AtTheNat! Join the Vancouver Canadians all season long and cheer on the future of the Blue Jays. You can enjoy the game while enjoying hot dogs, burgers, popcorn, and all other ballpark favourites, along with a cold beer. Plus, don’t miss the exciting theme nights.

When: New season starts on April 15, 2025
Time: Various start times
Where: Nat Bailey Stadium – 4601 Ontario St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online at CanadiansBaseball.com

Vancouver Canucks

What: The Canucks wrap up the NHL regular season at Rogers Arena this spring, with home games including Seattle Kraken on April 2, Las Vegas Golden Knights on April 6 and 16, and San Jose Sharks on April 14.

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

Vancouver Giants vs Kelowna Rockets

What: The Vancouver Giants wrap up the regular season at the Langley Events Centre with a game against the Kelowna Rockets before the WHL Playoffs begin.

When: March 23, 2025
Time: 4 p.m.
Where: Langley Events Centre – 7888 200th St., Langley
Cost: Various; purchase online

Abbotsford Canucks

What: Abbotsford Canucks continue their AHL campaign this April, with home games including visitors Laval Rocket on April 5 and 6 and Calgary Wranglers on April 16 and 18.

When: Various dates
Time: 7 p.m. (4 p.m. on April 6)
Where: Abbotsford Centre – 33800 King Rd., Abbotsford
Cost: Various; purchase online

Vancouver Warriors

What: The Vancouver Warriors continue the National Lacrosse League season at Rogers Arena this spring with matches against Albany Firewolves on April 4 and Philidelphia Wings on April 19.

When: April 5 and 13, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online

Vancouver Whitecaps

What: Vancouver Whitecaps continue their MLS season this spring with several exciting home games at BC Place. Cheer on the ‘Caps as they face Toronto FC on March 29, Pumas UNAM on April 2, Real Salt Lake on May 3, and Seattle Sounders on June 8.

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

BC Lions

What: BC Lions kick off the new CFL season at BC Place this spring. Roar on the home team as they welcome the Calgary Stampeders for a pre-season game on May 19 and then take on the Edmonton Elks on June 7.

When: May 19 and June 7, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online

Vancouver Bandits

What: Vancouver Bandits bring Canadian Elite Basketball League action to the Langley Events Centre this spring! They take on the Niagara River Lions on May 22, Calgary Surge on June 1, Montreal Alliance on June 14, and more.

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

Vancouver FC

What: Vancouver FC begin their Canadian Premier League season at Willoughby Community Park this spring. Home games at the Langley Events Centre include York United on April 6, HFX Wanderers on May 17, and Forge on June 15.

When: Various dates
Time: Various times
Where: Willoughby Community Park at the Langley Events Centre – 7782 200 St., Langley Township
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Bon Appetit

Brewhalla Beer and Music Festival

What: The Brewhalla Beer and Music Festival series is hosting two huge events this spring.

First up is North Vancouver at the Shipyards on Friday, April 11, followed by Fort Langley Park on Saturday, May 17.

At each festival, there will be more than 60 drinks from local favourites like Dageraad, Backcountry Brewing, Trading Post Brewing Co., and Dead Frog Brewery.

The events will also bring food trucks and other refreshments, like local cider, kombucha, seltzer, and wine. Festival-goers can also expect some fun activities like lawn games and beer pong.

When: April 11, 2025
Time: 5 to 10 p.m.
Where: The Shipyards — 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver

When: May 17, 2025
Time: Noon to 6 p.m.
Where: Fort Langley Park — 9089 Nash St., Fort Langley

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

Food Truck Wars 2025

What: Vancouver has an incredible food truck scene, and it’s natural to wonder which one is the best of the best. That’s what the Food Truck Wars are all about.

When: April 11 to 13, 2025
Time: 3 to 9 p.m. (Friday), 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Saturday), 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Cloverdale Exhibition Grounds, Surrey
Cost: Entry by donation with partial proceeds being donated to the organization’s local charity partner. Purchase online

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

Juno Comedy Show

What: The Juno Awards are back in Vancouver this month, and they’re hosting a side-splitting show at the Vancouver Playhouse for comedy fans in the city. The lineup includes Courtney Gilmour, Debra DiGiovanni, Ivan Decker, Jess Salomon, and Nathan Macintosh, alongside host Ola Dada. Presented by SiriusXM Canada.

When: March 27, 2025
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Vancouver Playhouse — 600 Hamilton St., Vancouver
Tickets: $31.45 plus fees. Purchase online

DOXA Documentary Film Festival

What: Western Canada’s largest documentary film festival, featuring public screenings, panel discussions, public forums, and educational programs.

When: May 1 to 11, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Venues across Vancouver
Cost: Various, purchase online

Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert

What: Calling all benders! An Avatar: The Last Airbender concert experience is coming to Vancouver, and fans won’t want to miss it.

The live symphony performance, presented by Nickelodeon, GEAlive, and Senbla, is taking place at The Orpheum on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Music from the original Avatar: The Last Airbender series will be performed by a full orchestra during each world tour stop while beloved scenes from the series will be played on a giant screen.

When: May 4, 2025
Time: 3 p.m.
Where: The Orpheum – 601 Smithe St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

AC/DC

What: AC/DC’s North American Tour is in support of the iconic band’s 2020 album, Power Up. It was the group’s third number-one debut on the Billboard 200 and was nominated for three Grammy Awards.

Vancouver fans can look forward to hearing Angus Young on lead guitar, vocalist Brian Johnson, rhythm guitarist Stevie Young, drummer Matt Laug and bass player Chris Chaney playing some of the group’s biggest hits.

When: April 22, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: BC Place — 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices. Tickets on sale now

Eat fresh with farmers markets

Granville Island Public Market

Granville Island Public Market is open year-round and boasts stalls of fresh, colourful produce, homemade products, and tasty eats from the ocean, oven, and field. Grab items to go or order some grub from one of the many established food vendors at this indoor market to enjoy by the water. Make sure to also visit the Net Loft for additional shops and vendors.

When: Open Daily year-round
Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Market), 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Net Loft). Holiday hours may vary.
Where: 1661 and 1650 Duranleau St., Granville Island, Vancouver

Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market

The Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market will be operating on select Sundays in the parking lot of the Steveston Community Centre. The events will feature a mix of stalls, including food vendors, artists, and craftspeople.

When: May 11 and 25, June 1 and 15, July 13 and 27, Aug. 17 and 31, and Sept. 14 and 28, 2025
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Garry Point Park – Southwest corner of Richmond between Chatham and Moncton Street on 7th Avenue, Richmond

New West Farmers Market

What: New West Farmers Market showcases dozens of vendors and food trucks each week. Shop for farm-fresh produce, local artisan items, gourmet prepared foods, and more while enjoying live entertainment.

When: Every Thursday from March 27 until Oct. 30, 2025
Time: 3 to 7 p.m.
Where: Tipperary Park next to New West City Hall – 315 Queens Ave., New Westminster

Ambleside Farmers Market

What: This popular seasonal Farmers Market takes place in Ambleside Park, at the foot of 13th Street, from May through October. Pick up fresh local food and goods from crafters and food artisans at this West Vancouver gathering spot.

When: Every Sunday from May 4 until Oct. 6, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Ambleside Park – 1000 Argyle Ave. (the end of 13th Street), West Vancouver

Fort Langley Village Farmers Market

What: Shop for fresh groceries (fresh foods picked from local farmers fields in the Fraser and Okanagan Valleys), along with plants, flowers, and other artisan goods, at this weekly market in Fort Langley.

When: Every Saturday from April 26 until Dec. 6, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: St. Andrews Historic Church – 9025 Glover Rd., Fort Langley