So many wonderful events to fill your weekend in Vancouver!
Check out these 15 fantastic events happening in and around the city from April 10 to 12. Sakura Days, Vaisakhi Parade, and more.
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Vancouver Vaisakhi Parade
Khalsa Diwan Society
What: The Khalsa Diwan Society Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan is happening on Saturday, April 11, with huge floats, community performers, live music, and delicious food.
Khalsa Diwan Society encourages “all walks of life” to come together with the community. Last year saw a huge crowd of an estimated 200,000 Vaisakhi celebrants.
When: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parade will start at 11 a.m.
Where: The parade starts at Ross Street Sikh Temple – 8000 Ross St., Vancouver
Cost: Free
Richmond Cherry Blossom Festival
What: The 2026 Richmond Cherry Blossom Festival is happening at Garry Point Park on Sunday, April 12. Visitors will help celebrate the arrival of spring and the blooming of cherry blossoms and enjoy a day full of free activities, live entertainment, and food trucks.
Check out the Sakura Tent for main-stage performances and demos, including taiko drumming, folk singing and dancers, and ikebana demonstrations. Children of all ages can also stop by the Chibi-Chan Tent to learn how to fold origami creatures with special Japanese papers and techniques.
Attendees will also want to visit the Hanami Tent for displays and demos from local artisans, including bonsai, calligraphy, and origami.
When: April 12, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Garry Point Park – 12011 7th Ave., Richmond
Cost: Free
Slush Cup
What: As part of Grouse Mountain’s centennial celebrations, the Resort is reviving its classic Slush Cup event. Participants dress up in costume (epic prizes up for grabs!) and attempt to skim the Slush Cup Pond.
Not ready to risk it? Visitors can enjoy a live DJ, a BBQ, and a beer garden. The celebrations continue with an après at Altitudes with music, drink specials, shot skis, and great vibes. For every registration, $5 will be donated to North Shore Rescue.
When: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Grouse Mountain
Costs: $29.01 plus Lift Ticket or Mountain Admission. Ticket for onlookers not looking to ski/ride; additional prices vary
Botanica Tulip Festival
Botanica Tulip Festival
What: The Botanica Tulip Festival is returning to Chilliwack in mid-April, with 1.4 million tulips ready to bloom throughout the season.
Botanica is a floral experience that stretches across 14 acres in the Fraser Valley. There will also be a U-Pick experience, a curated display garden, a community tapestry installation, a coffee truck, a local vendor gift shop, and more.
When: April 9 to May 2026
Where: 41310 Royalwood Dr., Chilliwack
Tickets: Various prices, purchase Botanica Tulip Festival
Vancouver Canadians vs. Eugene Emeralds
What: Baseball is back at Nat Bailey Stadium! 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.
Cheer them on this week as they take on the Eugene Emeralds from April 7 to 12.
When: Now until April 12, 2026
Time: Various start times
Where: Nat Bailey Stadium – 4601 Ontario St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online at CanadiansBaseball.com
Laughing Stock Winemaker Visit
What: Head to BCLIQUOR Park Royal for a special tasting event featuring Laughing Stock Vineyards, hosted by Head Winemaker Sandy Leier.
Discover the acclaimed Laughing Stock portfolio through guided samples that showcase precision, balance, and B.C. terroir at its finest. This is a rare opportunity to meet the winemaker behind one of Canada’s most celebrated wineries, ask questions, and explore the stories behind each bottle.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the brand, this tasting offers a deeper look into what makes Laughing Stock exceptional, and the number one rated Small BC Winery and number two in Canada in 2025.
When: Friday, April 10, 2026
Time: 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where: BCLIQUOR Park Royal – 785 Park Royal N, West Vancouver
Cost: Free
Sakura Days Japan Fair
Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival
What: This year, the Sakura Days Japan Fair is returning once again in April, just in time to celebrate the arrival of spring’s majestic cherry blossoms.
Taking place on Saturday, April 15 and Sunday, April 16 at Vancouver’s VanDusen Botanical Garden, this event offers attendees amazing spectacles, live performances, delicious food and all things Japanese culture at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
When: April 11 and 12, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Saturday), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: VanDusen Botanical Garden – 5251 Oak St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, available online
Vancouver Fashion Week
What: Vancouver Fashion Week returns with a five-day showcase of international designers and runway presentations.
The second-largest fashion show in North America showcases local, Canadian and international designers, with emerging labels, top designers, haute couture craftsmanship and avant-garde creations all sharing the runway.
When: April 8 to 12, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: David Lam Hall, Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Vancouver – 50 E. Pender St., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, purchase online
Susan Aglukark and PIQSIQ
What: Trailblazing Inuk artist and Juno winner Susan Aglukark and acclaimed throat-singing duo PIQSIQ team up for a highly anticipated concert at Chan Shun Concert Hall in April.
Aglukark has written and recorded 10 albums, authored two children’s books, and earned a Governor General’s Performing Arts Award for lifetime artistic achievement. And Inuit throat-singing sisters Inuksuk Mackay and Tiffany Ayalik have received acclaim for their “riveting” performances.
When: Sunday, April 12, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Chan Shun Concert Hall – 6265 Crescent Rd., Vancouver
Cost: $30-$79, purchase online
AEW Dynasty at Rogers Arena
AEW
What: One of pro wrestling’s biggest promotions, All Elite Wrestling (AEW), is coming to Vancouver for one of its most anticipated events of the year.
AEW is bringing its annual pay-per-view event, Dynasty, to Rogers Arena on Sunday, April 12. This is the first time that AEW is returning to B.C. since its televised Collision event in May 2024.
When: Sunday, April 12, 2026
Time: 4 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena — 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices; purchase online
Exploration Blank at The Improv Centre
What: If you need an escape this spring that’s truly out of this world, the funny folks at The Improv Centre (TIC) on Granville Island are ready to help you blast off with its latest comedy show.
The improv theatre company presents Exploration Blank, a family-friendly sci-fi show with the cast exploring strange new worlds, discovering alien civilizations, and more, all based on audience suggestions to power the improv minigames performed live onstage.
When: Fridays and Saturdays from Friday, April 10 to Saturday, June 27, with an opening night performance on Thursday, April 9.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Improv Centre — 1502 Duranleau St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Food Truck Wars 2026
What: The fifth annual Food Truck Wars is returning to the Cloverdale Exhibition Grounds from April 10 to 12, transforming the venue into a food truck lovers’ paradise.
The three-day event features a carefully curated lineup of food trucks competing across multiple categories, including Best in Show, Best Meat Sweats, Best Sweet Treats, People’s Choice, and a Creative Food Award, with the award ceremony being held on Sunday (alongside a hot dog eating contest).
When: Friday, April 10 to Sunday, April 12
Where: Cloverdale Exhibition Grounds — 6050 176th St., Surrey
Cost: Entry tickets available by donation
Singha Thai New Year Tasting
What: Visit BCLIQUOR 39th & Cambie for a complimentary Singha tasting in-store and experience Thailand’s iconic lager in celebration of the Thai New Year.
With the purchase of any Singha six-pack, you’ll receive a free branded Singha glass to take home. Plus, enter for your chance to win a bold Singha neon sign.
When: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 2 to 6 p.m.
Where: BCLIQUOR 39th & Cambie – 5555 Cambie St., Vancouver
Cost: Free
Fish & Sips at the Vancouver Aquarium
Vancouver Aquarium
What: The Vancouver Aquarium’s adults-only after-hours Fish & Sips event series returns this week with its Spring Rays edition.
Attendees will get access to the aquarium’s exhibits, including Amazing Axolotls and Dragons. Plus, enjoy local craft beers, wines, and ciders, plus other snacks available for purchase. There will even be a special deep-sea DJ for you to get your groove on.
When: Friday, April 10, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Vancouver Aquarium – 845 Avison Way, Vancouver
Tickets: $35; purchase online
Monster Energy Presents: ApRavès Tour with SKIITOUR & Friends
What: DJ Duo SKIITOUR is coming to Grouse Mountain as part of the Monster Energy Apravés Tour to celebrate the last official day of skiing/riding for the season.
The (19+) high-energy, retro-inspired ski party with feel-good house music, fun outfits, and a lively atmosphere will be a blend of throwback ski culture, spring laps, sunshine, and classic end-of-season vibes. As part of Grouse Mountain’s Centennial — 100 years of mountain culture and community — it’s a celebration you won’t want to miss.
When: Sunday, April 12, 2026
Time: 4 to 8 p.m.
Where: Grouse Mountain – Altitudes Patio
Costs: $15 for passholders, $39 for non-passholders (includes mountain access/skiing). Purchase online