A seriously jam-packed weekend is ahead of us, and we’re ready to get it started!
From The Taboo Show to a community clothing swap and more, here are 15 fun things to do in Vancouver from Feb. 6 to 8.
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The Taboo Show
Taboo Sex Show
What: The Taboo Show is dedicated to enhancing lifestyles, encouraging romance, personal betterment and all things Taboo.
Unlike any other tradeshow in North America, Taboo brings never-before-seen acts and performances that bring you a thrilling live experience every year. Enjoy entertainment, educational seminars, unique shopping from vendors and sponsors, fashion shows and demonstrations, and more.
When: Feb. 6 to 8, 2026
Time: 5 p.m. to midnight (Friday), 1 p.m. to midnight (Saturday), Noon to 5 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre East Building – 999 Canada Place, Vancouver
Tickets: Starting at $36.17, purchase online
The Lantern City
What: Celebrate the Year of the Horse with LunarFest and discover the many stories at The Lantern City.
Guests are invited to take a walk through five different locations in downtown Vancouver and on Granville Island to see dozens of lanterns created by artists of diverse cultural backgrounds.
When: Various dates in February and March, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Various locations
Admission: Free
Nature Work Parties
What: Help remove invasive plants and clean up litter at various parks in Surrey this winter. Tools and training will be provided, and all ages are welcome.
Nature Work Parties are drop-in, rain or shine, though events may be cancelled in high winds or extreme weather conditions. Participants are also asked to wear appropriate clothing for outdoor winter activities.
When: Feb. 7, 14, 21, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. staggered start times
Where: Various parks in Surrey
Cost: Free
Vancouver Art Gallery – Free First Friday Nights
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What: The Vancouver Art Gallery was founded in 1931 and is renowned as one of North America’s leading visual arts institutions. The largest public art museum in Western Canada features a variety of exhibitions, along with a Gallery Store for shopping and the 1931 Gallery Bistro for delicious food and drinks.
When: The first Friday of every month
Time: 4 to 8 p.m.
Where: 750 Hornby St., Vancouver
Cost: Free, though it is recommended that guests reserve a spot in advance to guarantee entry.
Vancouver Giants
What: The Vancouver Giants continue the WHL season this week at the Langley Events Centre with games including the Spokane Chiefs on Friday, Feb. 6, and the Kamloops Blazers on Saturday, Feb. 7.
When: Feb. 6 and 7, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Langley Events Centre – 7888 200th St., Langley
Cost: Various; purchase online
H Tasting Lounge’s Winterlust
What: Winterlust is once again taking over the stunning H Tasting Lounge’s patio. The event consists of five private translucent domes decorated with seasonal evergreen elements and Alpine-themed accents. Visitors will also enjoy views of the North Shore mountains and Coal Harbour.
Each dome can accommodate up to six guests and is fully equipped with heaters and fresh-air circulation to keep things nice and cozy. Additionally, each dome has an independent sound system so you can enjoy your own tunes while dining.
When: Now until Sunday, March 1
Where: H Tasting Lounge — 1601 Bayshore Dr., Vancouver
Reservations: Online
Vancouver Clothing Swap
What: Threading Change and the City of Vancouver are presenting a clothing swap, full of conversation and connection. Bring one to 10 pieces of clothing to swap with others while helping to keep textiles out of the landfill.
When: Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Britannia Community Centre – Gym D — 1661 Napier St., Vancouver
Admission: Free
Chinatown Cocktail Showdown
Chinatown Cocktail Showdown
What: Make plans for the third annual Chinatown cocktail showdown, where eight of Chinatown’s finest bars and restaurants (Bagheera, Bao Bei, Chickadee, Fiorino, Keefer Bar, Kissa Tanto, Laowai, and Meo) go head-to-head to craft the best Lunar New Year-inspired cocktail.
When: Friday, Feb. 6, 2026
Time: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Chinatown Storytelling Centre — 168 E. Pender St., Vancouver
Cost: $97.98 plus fees, purchase online
Museum of Personal Failure
What: The Museum of Personal Failure, a community art project showcasing artifacts of the contributors’ perceived failures, will remain open until Monday, Feb. 9.
Artifacts on display range from unfinished art pieces to abandoned albums to rejection letters from jobs and past lovers. There is a half-built bicycle, handwritten notes, and more pieces being added throughout the run.
When: Now until Monday, Feb. 9, 2026
Where: Kingsgate Mall — 370 E. Broadway, Vancouver
Admission: Free
Saturday Night Laughs with The Comedy Department
What: The Comedy Department brings the laughs to The Show Cellar every Saturday night. The award-winning improvisers have appeared on Amazon Prime, Disney+, Netflix, and more and will use audience suggestions to create hilarious scenes right on the spot.
No two shows are alike, so head down to help build the hilarity in front of your very eyes.
When: Every Saturday
Time: 7:30 and 9:30 pm
Where: The Show Cellar — 1755 Davie St., Vancouver
Tickets: $24 plus fees, purchase online
Trouble Score
What: PuSh Festival and Vancouver Latin American Cultural Centre present Trouble Score, pitched as “a hallucinatory portrait of family myth refracted through the lens of magic realism.”
The work by Luanda Casella, Pablo Casella, and ntgent is part ritual, part pop concert, with a layered story of a family scandal.
When: Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Vancouver Playhouse – 600 Hamilton St., Vancouver
Tickets: $39-$69 plus fees. Purchase online
Vancouver Warriors vs Rochester Nighthawks
Vancouver Warriors
What: The Vancouver Warriors continue the National Lacrosse League season at Rogers Arena this weekend with a game against the Rochester Nighthawks on Saturday, Feb. 7.
When: Feb. 7, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online
Dine Out Festival Murder Mystery: Murder is a Drag
What: Vancouver Mysteries and Dine Out Festival are teaming up for Murder is a Drag: Killer Birthday, an immersive 19+ event where guests collect clues, solve puzzles, and can even become part of the twisting plot.
Dress up to attend the fourth chapter of the acclaimed theatrical series. Your ticket includes a general admission seat for the performance, a puzzle to solve, clues and one charcuterie casket from Black Casket Cafe.
Vegan, gluten-free and plant-based variations are available, and guests will also have the option to add on a $5 dessert at the time of booking.
When: Feb. 8, 2026
Time: 8 p.m. (Thursdays), noon (Sundays)
Where: KW Studios / Kokoro Dance Theatre Society — 111 W. Hastings St., Vancouver
Cost: $90, purchase online
Burning Mom
What: Arts Club Theatre is on tour with its inspiring comedy, Burning Mom. Meet Dorothy, who, upon realizing that life is too short to put off achieving one’s goals, heads off in an RV to Burning Man.
Join the journey of self-discovery and learn how art and human connection can keep us going on life’s winding roads.
When: Various dates until Feb. 8, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: The ACT Arts Centre in Maple Ridge
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Vancouver World Chef Exchange — Chef Wilfrid Hocquet at Boulevard Kitchen and Oyster Bar
What: If you’re looking for something delicious to do next month, look no further. The 10th annual Vancouver World Chef Exchange is returning with a lineup of Michelin Guide-recognized teams from across the globe joining forces with much-loved Vancouver restaurants.
Among those participating, Boulevard Kitchen and Oyster Bar is welcoming Wilfrid Hocquet, executive chef and co-founder of Margo, an acclaimed modern bistro in Bangkok that’s already earning international attention after recently opening.
Expect a tasting menu featuring elegant seafood preparations, signature dishes including Hocquet’s black truffle pithivier, and a dessert by Hocquet and Executive Pastry Chef Kenta Takahashi.
When: Friday, Feb. 6, 2026
Where: Boulevard Kitchen and Oyster Bar — 845 Burrard St., Vancouver
Cost: $225 per person, taxes and 20% gratuity added at time of booking