February is just speeding by! Slow down and have some fun with these 15 great Vancouver events happening from Feb. 20 to 22.
There’s a Lunar New Year Parade, Ebony Roots, and more. Have fun!
Be sure to check out our Listed section for more fantastic things happening around town.
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Vancouver Chinatown Spring Festival Celebration and Parade
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What: The 52nd Vancouver Chinatown Spring Festival Celebration is happening on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, the sixth day of the Lunar New Year.
The popular event is expected to draw over 5,000 participants and more than 100,000 spectators to the historic neighbourhood, with family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and more for everyone to enjoy.
When: Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. (parade start), 2 to 4 p.m. (fair)
Where: Various locations throughout Chinatown
Cost: Free for parade and fair
Family Day Reflections of Vancouver’s Black History
What: The Fade To Black Entertainment Society Black History Month event is a celebration of some of Vancouver’s local Black business and cultural trailblazers.
The event will honour Andre of Riddim & Spice Restaurant and his 40 years on Commercial Drive. Guests will also dance to DJ Earl Da Pearl, take in a performance by Phyllis Adelyne, and hear from special guest keynote speakers.
There will also be a tasty meal, raffle prizes, and more to enjoy.
When: Friday, Feb. 20, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Where: Riddim & Spice Restaurant – 1945 Commercial Dr., Vancouver
Cost: $50, purchase online
Love Your City
What: Seventeen Business Improvement Associations (BIAs) of Vancouver have come together to help you show love to your city and to the many fantastic small businesses that make this place so amazing.
The annual February contest is all about love in Vancouver, B.C. And this year, everyone is invited to rediscover and reconnect with the city by playing tourist for the month. So, get out those cameras, maps and passports and fall in love with Vancouver all over again.
Along the way, maybe meet a new friend, call up someone to head to a neighbourhood with or text a friend who’s far away with a “wish you were here.” It’s all about reconnecting with the city and the people you love.
Oh, and did we mention there’s a grand prize of Vancouver goodies valued at over $4,000 to be won?! Follow the instructions on the giveaway posts throughout the month to enter. at @loveyourcitycontest for a chance to win over $4,000 worth of goodies. Giveaways and installations take place all month long.
When: All February long
Where: Various neighbourhoods and small businesses around Vancouver
More information: Online
Ebony Roots
Ebony Roots
What: The concert celebrating Black/African descent music showcases a lineup of acclaimed B.C.-based artists, including Brandon Thornhill and Leo D.E Johnson (vocalists), Olaf de Shield (MD/guitarist), Russell Jackson (bass), Carlos Joe Costa (percussion), and guest pianist Benjamin Sigerson.
Ebony Roots is visiting eight communities across the province during Black History Month, including stops at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Theatre on Feb. 19 and Vancouver’s Roundhouse Community Centre on Feb. 20.
When: Thursday, Feb. 19 and Friday, Feb. 20, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Coquitlam’s Evergreen Theatre (Feb. 19), Vancouver’s Roundhouse Community Centre (Feb. 20).
Cost: Various prices, purchase online
Taste McGuigan wines and get a chance to win a trip
What: Head to BCLIQUOR for a “Down Under” tasting with McGuigan Black Label Wines. Stop by between 1 and 5 p.m. to sip and then enter for a chance to win a Rocky Mountaineer train adventure.
When: Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026
Time: 1 to 5 p.m.
Where: BCLIQUOR Park Royal – 785 Park Royal N., West Vancouver
Cost: Free
Ola Dada
What: Nigerian-born, Canada-based comedian Ola Dada is hitting the road this February as part of the Just For Laughs Western Canada Tour, including a major milestone performance in Vancouver on Feb. 20, where he will record his second comedy special.
The host of the 2025 Juno Awards for Comedy Album of the Year was also a runner-up in the SiriusXM Top Comic Competition, a semifinalist on Canada’s Got Talent, and a top finalist in the Seattle International Comedy Competition.
When: Friday, Feb. 20, 2026
Time: 7 and 9:30 p.m.
Where: Hollywood Theatre — 3123 W. Broadway, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Lunar New Year at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden (Klara_Steffkova/Shutterstock)
What: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is hosting Year of the Horse celebrations on Feb. 21 and 22, with Lion Dances, cultural cuisine, tea ceremonies, calligraphy, and more. The garden will also be decorated with plenty of red lanterns for the perfect Lunar New Year photo.
When: February 21 and 22, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Saturday), 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden — 578 Carrall St., Vancouver
Tickets: $8-$10 plus fees, free for children four and under. Purchase online
Cardi B
What: Cardi B will touchdown in Vancouver’s Rogers Arena at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 21, 2026, as part of the Little Miss Drama Tour.
The tour is in support of Cardi B’s second studio album, Am I the Drama?, which came out in September. She is also the first solo female artist in Grammy history to win the Best Rap Album award.
When: Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Lunar New Year at Museum of Surrey
What: The Museum of Surrey, in partnership with the Chinese Village Club, hosts a free Lunar New Year event on Feb. 21. Check out several live performances, including dragon dance teaching, poetry, dance, tai chi, storytelling and more. Guests will also learn about the history of the Lunar New Year, as well as Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese cultures.
When: Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Where: Museum of Surrey — 17710 56A Ave., Surrey
Admission: Free
Just For Laughs Vancouver
Just For Laughs Vancouver
What: Just For Laughs Vancouver returns this February for a milestone year, and it’s bringing a bunch of hilarious acts to join the comedy celebration.
The 10th annual Just For Laughs (JFL) Vancouver takes place until Sunday, Feb. 22.
Western Canada’s largest comedy festival will have lots to enjoy over the 10 hilarious days, including stand-up, sketch, magic, podcasts, and more.
When: Now until Feb. 22, 2026
Time: Various showtimes
Where: Multiple venues across Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, for sale online
The Last Resort
What: The Last Resort is an immersive experience that takes guests on a journey of change, choice, mortality, and growth. Use the Tarot arcana to interact with your fates directly as you explore the transformed Waldorf and meet the unique characters within.
Check out the cabaret performance, take part in a game show, and visit the three themed bars with delicious cocktails made just for The Last Resort.
When: Feb. 22, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: The Waldorf – 1489 East Hastings St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Buckskin Gloves
What: The historic Buckskin Gloves Indigenous boxing tournament comes to the River Rock Casino Resort in Richmond. Cheer on the elite Indigenous boxers coast to coast, from 110-lb flyweights to 250 lb super heavyweights, in 12 exciting Buckskin matchups.
When: Friday, Feb. 20, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: River Rock Casino Resort – 8811 River Rd., Richmond
Cost: Various prices, purchase online
Whistler Winter Music Series
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What: Season 2 of the Whistler Winter Music Series is going strong until the springtime, with a variety of concerts and venues perfect for epic après-ski vibes.
Saturday, Feb. 21, will feature It’s Murph, AKA Garrett Murphy. He’ll be taking over the GLC with a production of euphoric melodies, edgy basslines, and sonically expansive atmospheres.
ÆON:MODE, AKA JP Orchison, is bringing his Quantum Tour to Après Après for a special 360 set on Friday, Feb. 27.
And Eli Brown will also be making his Whistler debut at GLC on Friday, Feb. 27.
When: Various dates in February 2026
Where: Various venues across Whistler
Cost: Varies by show — tickets available online
Year of the Horse at the Chinese Canadian Museum
What: The Chinese Canadian Museum invites you to a festive weekend of celebrations in honour of the Year of the Horse, with drop-in crafts, treats, live performances, and more.
There will also be a cooking workshop where you can learn how to make a Lunar New Year Prosperity Salad with Chef Christopher Leow. Advance registration is required, and the cost is just $5 plus GST per participant.
Where: Feb. 21 and 22, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
When: Chinese Canadian Museum – 51 E. Pender St., 2026
Cost: Museum admission $10-$15, children 5 and under free. Purchase online
Odds with special guests Strippers Union
What: Canadian ’90s rock staples Odds and special guests Strippers Union are teaming up for a show at the Commodore Ballroom on Friday, Feb. 20. Get ready to sing along with favourites like “Eat My Brain” and “Someone Who’s Cool.”
When: Friday, Feb. 20, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Commodore Ballroom – 868 Granville St., Vancouver
Cost: $45 plus fees, purchase online
Plus, here’s an event happening next month that you need to get on your radar!
Polar Plunge for Special Olympics BC
What: The Polar Plunge for Special Olympics BC is a fun and refreshing way to raise important funds to assist athletes with intellectual disabilities develop skills and belonging through year-round sport, youth, and health programs.
By participating in the #Plunge4SOBC, you’ll make a difference for athletes with intellectual disabilities and open hearts and minds to their abilities.
There are several events and individual Plunges across the province, including the Vancouver Polar Plunge for Special Olympics BC at Kitsilano Beach on Saturday, March 7.
When: Saturday, March 7, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Kits Beach
Cost: Registration is free! Donations will go to help Special Olympics BC. Register online.