The first weekend of spring is always extra sweet!
No matter the weather, plan some fun with our roundup of 15 great events happening around the city from March 21 to 23. The Beach Boys, Generation Pixar, and more.
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Murmuration by Le Patin Libre
What: Le Patin Libre’s Murmuration is inspired by the aerial choreography of birds and transposes the swoops, swirls and configurations of mass flight to the ice.
Le Patin Libre sought out the world’s top skaters through a series of international auditions to fully embody this phenomenon. Guests can look forward to an aeriform ballet infused and emboldened with meticulous choreography.
When: March 20 to 23, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. (Thursday to Saturday), 2 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday)
Where: Kerrisdale Cyclone Taylor Arena – 5670 East Blvd., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Nowruz New Year Celebration at Capilano Mall
What: Capilano Mall is hosting a thrilling Nowruz New Year celebration on March 22, and everyone is invited. Guests will enjoy cultural dance performances by the Academy of Middle Eastern Dance, traditional drumming by Dafan Band, and a Haft-Seen table display by Solievent.
When: March 22, 2025
Time: 12 to 2 p.m.
Where: Grand Court at Capilano Mall – 935 Marine Dr., North Vancouver
Cost: Free
Dancing Queen: ABBA x Queen Dance Party
What: Get ready to take over the dance floor because an ABBA and Queen dance party is coming to the Hollywood Theatre this month. DJ Flipout will spin your faves from the two timeless bands plus more hits to get you in the partying mood.
When: March 21, 2025
Time: 10 p.m.
Where: Hollywood Theatre – 3123 W. Broadway, Vancouver
Tickets: $10 plus fees, purchase online
PROLINE Sportsbook Lounge at Parq Casino Grand Opening Event
What: Head to the PROLINE Sportsbook Lounge to place bets on terminals for every March Madness game, while enjoying great food & drinks, prizes and surprises. Experience the drama and joy of the first weekend of March Madness where patrons will feel like they’re on campus rooting for their team.
When: Starting March 22, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: PROLINE Sportsbook Lounge at Parq Casino – 39 Smithe St., Vancouver
Cost: Free
Elevate Vancouver Auto Show
Vancouver International Auto Show
What: Car lovers, start your engines! The Vancouver International Auto Show is making its highly anticipated return to the Vancouver Convention Centre from March 19 to 23, 2025
The 2025 Auto Show will feature displays of the latest vehicles, test drive opportunities, and insights into electric and hybrid technologies from top automotive manufacturers and local B.C. dealerships.
When: March 19 to 23, 2025
Time: 12 to 9 p.m. (Wednesday), 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Thursday to Saturday), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre West — 1055 Canada Pl., Vancouver
Price: $19 to $21 for general admission | $14 to $15 for students and seniors | $6 for kids | $38 to $53 for a family pass. Purchase online
The Beach Boys
What: The Beach Boys’s Endless Summer Gold Tour announcement coincides with the news that co-founder, lead singer, and lyricist Mike Love has been nominated for induction into the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Love has written or co-written some of the most well-known songs in pop music history, including “California Girls,” “I Get Around,” and “Kokomo.”
The Beach Boys have sold over 100 million albums, and their founding members were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988. They also released a self-titled documentary on Disney+ in May of this year.
When: March 23, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre — 6066 Thunderbird Blvd., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices. Purchase online
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Chicago Fire FC
What: Vancouver Whitecaps aim to continue their hot start to the MLS season with a match against Chicago Fire FC on Saturday, March 22.
When: March 22, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online
Spring Break at VIFF Centre – Generation Pixar
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What: Bring the whole family to the VIFF Centre and enjoy an exciting variety of films that everyone will love. The lineup for VIFF’s spring break programming is celebrating everything Pixar, with screenings of 11 different films, talks, music, trivia and more.
Whether you’re a fan of Toy Story, Cars, Up, or Finding Nemo, guests of all ages will fall in love with the timeless Pixar classics all over again at VIFF Centre this spring break.
When: March 17 to 30, 2025
Time: Various screening times
Where: VIFF Centre — 1181 Seymour St., Vancouver
Tickets: $10-$16. Discounts for students, seniors, and VIFF+ members. Purchase online
Shahram Solati
What: Iranian singer Shahram Solati, described as “A Sound Over All Sounds,” will perform live in an all-ages show at the Vogue Theatre for Nowruz on Thursday, March 20.
When: March 20, 2025
Time: Doors 8 p.m., show 9 p.m.
Where: Vogue Theatre — 918 Granville St., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, purchase online
Wildlife Weeks: Spring Break at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre
What: Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre and guest presenters are helping nature enthusiasts of all ages discover the wild world around you! The in-person programs include topics such as “Exploring B.C. Bats,” “Treetop Tales: Forest Magic,” and “Raptor Rescue with OWL Rehab.”
When: Various dates from March 17 to March 28, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre – 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, including many by donation. Register online
David Cross
David Cross
What: Award-winning comedian David Cross returns to Canada with his new stand-up tour, The End of The Beginning of The End.
David is an Emmy Award winner and Grammy Award nominee. Fans will recognize him from Arrested Development, Mr. Show, Kung Fu Panda, and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.
When: March 22, 2025
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Vogue Theatre – 918 Granville St., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, purchase online
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 at the evening dance party.
When: March 21, 2025
Time: 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: H.R. MacMillan Space Centre — 1100 Chestnut St., Vancouver
Tickets: Online
Insomnia Festival 2025
What: Insomnia Festival returns to the TRADEX in Abbotsford on Saturday, March 22, and the lineup includes some of the world’s biggest DJs and EDM stars.
This year will feature Alesso, Alok, KSHMR, Ben Nicky, and Cosmic Gate. Guests can also check out the new Basszone Stage showcasing Rooler and Lil Texas.
When: March 22, 2025
Time: 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Tradex Trade and Exhibition Centre – 1190 Cornell St., Abbotsford
Tickets: Various prices; purchase online
Vancouver Gem & Mineral Show
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What: The Vancouver Gem & Mineral Show is returning to the PNE Forum with more than 100 of gem, mineral, and jewellery vendors from across the country.
You can wander the forum filled with vendors selling all kinds of crystals, fossils, wearable art, and more. This is the perfect place to ask experts questions and learn more about rocks, minerals, crystals, and gems.
When: March 21 to 23, 2025
Time: 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. (Friday), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Saturday), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: PNE Forum, 2901 East Hastings St., Vancouver
Cost: $6-$8, children 12 and under are free. Three-day tickets are also available. Purchase online
Monster Jam Vancouver
What: Monster Jam returns to Vancouver this spring, and the travelling motorsports experience will have some new gigantic beasts along for the ride.
The family-friendly event is returning to the Pacific Coliseum for three massive events from March 21 to 23. It will be the only Vancouver stop in 2025.
The world champion athletes and their 12,000-pound monster trucks will be tearing up the dirt during the Vancouver Monster Jam Arena Championship Series West shows. Local fans will also experience two new trucks for the very first time.
When: March 21 to 23, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. (Friday and Saturday), 1 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday). Pit Party passes are also available.
Where: Pacific Coliseum – 100 N. Renfrew St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, 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