20 fun things to do in Vancouver this long weekend: April 18 to 21
Another week has come and gone, leaving Vancouverites with another long weekend filled with great events!
Here are 20 things to do around Vancouver from April 18 to 21. Easter festivities, Vasisakhi parade, and more.
And for more fun things happening around town, be sure to check out our Listed section.
Surrey Khalsa Day Vaisakhi Parade 2025
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What: The largest Vaisakhi parade in the world will take place in Surrey next month, and organizers expect to draw a massive crowd for the festivities.
Surrey Khalsa Day Vaisakhi Parade, organized by Gurdwara Sahib Dasmesh Darbar, will take place on Saturday, April 19. Over 500,000 people are expected to attend the parade, which will include a variety of floats, live music and dancers, and community groups.
When: April 19, 2025
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Starts at the Gurdwara Dasmesh Darbar – 12885 85th Ave., Surrey
Cost: Free
Vancouver Canadians vs. Eugene Emeralds
What: Baseball is Back #AtTheNat! Join the Vancouver Canadians and cheer on the future of the Blue Jays as they take on the Eugene Emeralds this week.
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: Now until April 20, 2025
Time: Various start times
Where: Nat Bailey Stadium – 4601 Ontario St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online at CanadiansBaseball.com, over the phone at 604-872-5232 or in person at the Nat Bailey Box Office
The Bachelor-ish at The Improv Centre
What: The Improv Centre’s improvisers are looking for love in all the funny places, and they need your help. The Bachelor-ish will see an improviser go on a romantic adventure with a cast of quirky and lovable contestants, with your suggestions inspiring the heartfelt and hilarious show.
When: Fridays and Saturdays from April 17 to May 31, 2025
Time: Doors 6:30 p.m., show 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Improv Centre – 1502 Duranleau St., Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online
10th Annual Big Easter Run
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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: Noon to 4:15 p.m.
Where: Jericho Beach Park — 3941 Point Grey Rd., Vancouver
Registration: Online
The Art of Banksy: “Without Limits”
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What: Banksy has officially landed in Vancouver — and it’s the perfect excuse to visit one of the city’s most iconic neighbourhoods.
When: Now until May 2025
Time: 10 a.m to 8 p.m.
Where: 1 Alexander, Gastown, Vancouver
Cost: Tickets start at $28 — Available online
Warrior Festival
What: The Cultch’s Warrior Festival celebrates the strength of women and gender-expansive artists with five funny and fierce shows this spring at York Theatre, Historic Theatre, and Vancity Culture Lab.
This year’s festival includes Lxdy Parts: Babes (April 16 to 19), Dance Nation (April 23 to May 11), N.ormies (April 24 to 27), Love You Wrong Time (May 1 to 11), and Every Day She Rose (May 1 to 11).
When: Various dates from April 16 to May 11, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: York Theatre, Vancity Culture Lab, and Cultch Historic Theatre
Tickets: Various prices, purchase 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: Noon to 2 p.m.
Where: Capilano Mall — 935 Marine Dr., North Vancouver
Cost: Free
Riley Park Farmers’ Market – Summer
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What: This large farmers’ market takes place in both winter and summer right by Nat Bailey Stadium. Expect stalls of fresh produce, food trucks, and other local goodies.
When: Every Saturday from April 5 to Oct. 25, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 50 East 30th Ave. and Ontario Street, Vancouver (June 21 footprint shift due to Hillcrest Carnival)
Teen Angst Night at Fox Cabaret
What: Teen Angst is a comedic reading series where brave performers share the most embarrassing parts of their teenage notebooks for the audience’s entertainment.
The lineup of performers includes comedians, actors, filmmakers, and people who may have never been on stage before. Laugh along with live readings of high school poetry, LiveJournal posts, songs, letters, journals, and more.
When: April 18, 2025
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Fox Cabaret – 2321 Main St., Vancouver
Cost: $20, purchase online
Jimmy O. Yang
What: Jimmy O. Yang, star of Silicon Valley, Crazy Rich Asians, Interior Chinatown, and more, comes to Vancouver for four shows this week on his Big & Tall Tour.
When: April 19 and 20, 2025
Time: 7 and 9:30 p.m.
Where: Orpheum – 601 Smithe St., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, purchase online
Spring Salmon Eggs-stravaganza at the Fraser River Discovery Centre
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What: The Fraser River Discovery Centre is celebrating everything salmon this long weekend. Take part in salmon-themed activities and games while learning about the iconic salmon and the many challenges they face during their lifespan.
When: April 18 to 20, 2025
Time: 10 a.m to 4 p.m.
Where: Fraser River Discovery Centre – 788 Quayside Dr., New Westminster
Cost: $5-$8, Family (2 Adults + 4 Children) $20. Children under 2 are free
Easter at Britannia Mine Museum
What: The Britannia Mine Museum invites visitors to learn how working at the mine was like a giant Easter egg hunt. Go on a self-led scavenger hunt and then search for hidden golden eggs for a chance to bring home a piece of golden chalcopyrite.
When: April 18 to 21, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Britannia Mine Museum – 150 Copper Dr., Britannia Beach
Cost: Museum admission varies, children four and under are free. Purchase online
Vancouver Warriors vs. Philadelphia Wings
What: The Vancouver Warriors continue the National Lacrosse League season at Rogers Arena this week with a game against the Philadelphia Wings on April 19.
When: April 19, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online
Harrison Tulip Festival
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What: Harrison Tulip Festival, the massive Tulips of the Valley and Onos Farms floral celebration in Agassiz, invites guests to discover a stunning flowerscape with more than 10 million bulbs planted. Explore dozens of tulip, daffodil, and hyacinth varieties at the World’s Most Instagrammable Tulip Farm, which was awarded at the World Tulip Summit in Holland.
There will also be photo ops, floral surprises, food trucks, and more at Canada’s largest tulip festival.
When: April 15 to May 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (Monday to Friday), 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (Saturdays, Sundays, and Good Friday)
Where: 5039 Lougheed Hwy., Agassiz (parking off Cameron Road)
Tickets: Various prices with season passes are also available. Purchase online.
Bear Creek Park Easter Train
What: Bear Creek Park Train presents its annual Easter Train in Surrey throughout April. Put on your bunny ears and hop aboard Eddy The Engine for a magical ride at one of the city’s most popular parks.
After your Easter Train ride, children of all ages can enjoy arts and crafts, go on a decorated forest tour, and take part in an egg hunt.
There will also be games, animals on-site every weekend, and a chance for a meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny.
When: Now until April 21, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Bear Creek Park & Mini Golf – 13750 88th Ave., Surrey
Price: $10 plus tax for weekday trains, $15 for weekend trains
Inlet Spring Regatta
What: Dragon boat racers and fans are taking to the waters of the Burrard Inlet this weekend for Canada’s first dragon boat event of 2025.
The sixth annual Inlet Spring Regatta will be held on Saturday, April 19, at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody.
This year’s family-friendly event features dozens of teams competing in several divisions. The Regatta will also feature plenty of activities and entertainment for all ages.
When: April 19, 2025
Time: 7:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Rocky Point Park — 2800 Murray St., Port Moody
Cost: Free
Verses Festival of Words
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What: Canada’s largest alternative literary festival, Verses Festival of Words, is back for a 15th year of programming, celebrating a broad intersection of poetic artists, including spoken word and page poets, storytellers, singer-songwriters, improvisers, and more.
Highlights of this year’s Verses include Mashed Poetics: “Fully, Completely” by The Tragically Hip, the Canadian Individual Poetry Slam, and Hullabaloo, a youth poetry slam competition for high school students across the province.
When: Now until April 19, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Various locations
Tickets: Festival passes and tickets to individual events can be purchased online
Mt. Pleasant Street Art and Mural Tour
What: Vancouver DeTours is leading free public street art and mural tours throughout Vancouver’s Mount Pleasant, which has one of the densest concentrations of street art and murals in the world. Learn the history of the artwork and public art policy, and explore the historic neighbourhood while discovering 20 to 30 murals on your walk.
When: Various dates on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 11 a.m. (Sunday), 5:30 p.m. (Tuesday and Thursday)
Where: Meet Across from Milano’s Coffee on West 8th Avenue
Cost: Free, though tips for the tour guides are appreciated