April’s 2025 Vancouver calendar features dates and events in the Lower Mainland including shows, concerts, spring festivals, markets and Easter events.

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Vancouver April Calendar of Events

April 20 – Easter
April 22 – Earth Day

Special events this month include Vaisakhi Festivals, Easter Activities, flower festivals, Earth Day events and various other spring activities.

April Events in Vancouver

Below is what’s happening on the different days of the month in April 2025. Alternatively, for a list of events that cost nothing or only very little, see our article about Free Events in April.

(Note: Schedules are subject to change. As a result, see official event websites for the most up-to-date details.)

Week of April 21st to 27th

April 21-27 | April 28-30

Monday, April 21, 2025

Easter Monday – a holiday for schools, government workers and a few other people, but not for everyone.
Peteys Easter Eggstravaganza – train rides, farm animals, egg hunting and other fun activities at Chilliwack’s Fantasy Farms.
Easter at Britannia Mine – the historic museum offers special activities including a scavenger hunt and underground tour with its Golden Egg-Venture event.
Baby Animal Easter Days – family-friendly Easter activities with animals and the Easter Bunny at Maan Farms in Abbotsford.
Vaisakhi Carnival – amusement rides and a midway outside the Gurdwara Dashmesh Darbar Temple in Surrey.
Abbotsford Tulip Festival – one of the largest displays of tulips in Canada at Lakeland Flowers.
Harrison Tulip Festival – a flower festival featuring 12 million tulip bulbs and stunning mountain views. There’s also a sunset yoga session today.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be.
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
The Art of Banksy – a modern art exhibition showcasing the works of Banksy in Gastown.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games).
FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in Vancouver. Also playing is the feature film Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park Tour.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses, ziplines, axe throwing and a Jump of Fear in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)

CUBAN JAZZ CONCERT ON APRIL 27TH

Maestros of Afro-Cuban Jazz is a concert featuring the Alain Perez Trio in Vancouver on Sunday, April 27th. Considered one of Cuba’s most gifted musicians, the singer, multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, arranger, orchestra director and Grammy Award winner Alain Pérez performs at the Vancouver Playhouse. Visit islandofmusic.com for tickets and full details.

Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Earth Day – Earth Day events happen across the Lower Mainland today.
Abbotsford Tulip Festival – one of the largest displays of tulips in Canada at Lakeland Flowers.
VIFF Centre – the film Our Blue World: A Water Odyssey shows at the cinema today in celebration of Earth Day. The screening is followed by a discussion with special guests.
Harrison Tulip Festival – a flower festival featuring 12 million tulip bulbs and stunning mountain views. Today features live music by Ashley Pater.
Spring at the Farm at Maan Farms – there is a tulip forest, family-friendly activities and animals to see at the popular farm in Abbotsford.
Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach from early evening until sunset (but only if sunny weather). Free!
Comedy at The Improv Centre – live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island. Today’s show is Choose-Day.
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Featured Attractions & Activities

The Art of Banksy – a modern art exhibition showcasing the works of Banksy in Gastown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in Vancouver. Also playing is the feature film Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Sinners & Sweets and Lost Souls of Gastown tours.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games).
Harrison Sasquatch Museum – exhibits about local culture and folklore in Harrison Hot Springs.

Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Comedy at The Improv Centre – live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island. Today’s show is Twist of Fate.
Tastes of Vancouver with What the Frock Productions – a drag show at Taylight Local Craft Beer & Kitchen in Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and you’ll save 10% on admission.)
The Art of Banksy – a modern art exhibition showcasing the works of Banksy in Gastown.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Flower Festivals

Abbotsford Tulip Festival – one of the largest displays of tulips in Canada at Lakeland Flowers.
Harrison Tulip Festival – the largest tulip festival in Canada and recognized as the “World’s Most Instagrammable Tulip Farm”. Tulip Talk happens today too.
Spring at the Farm at Maan Farms – there is a tulip forest, family-friendly activities and animals to see at the popular farm in Abbotsford. (Today is Dog Day, so you can take your dog.)

Featured Attractions & Activities

Harrison Sasquatch Museum – exhibits about local culture and folklore in Harrison Hot Springs.
Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver and Lost Souls of Gastown tours.
FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in Vancouver. Also playing is the feature film Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
Chinese Canadian Museum – an attraction that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.

Thursday, April 24, 2025

Art Vancouver – an art fair featuring both local and international artists and galleries at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
Metro Theatre – the comedy Arsenic and Old Lace shows at the venue in South Vancouver.
The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
Comedy at The Improv Centre – live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island. Today’s show is Blockbuster.
The Art of Banksy – a modern art exhibition showcasing the works of Banksy in Gastown.
New Westminster Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!

Flower Festivals & Spring Farm Events

Abbotsford Tulip Festival – one of the largest displays of tulips in Canada at Lakeland Flowers. (Pianist Brenda Cottrill performs today in the evening.)
Harrison Tulip Festival – a flower festival featuring 12 million tulip bulbs and stunning mountain views. It’s the largest tulip festival in Canada and recognized as the “World’s Most Instagrammable Tulip Farm”.
Spring at the Farm at Maan Farms – there is a tulip forest, family-friendly activities and animals to see at the popular farm in Abbotsford.
Sweet Spring at Greendale Acres – a family-friendly spring flower festival with baby farm animals and tons of activities for children in Chilliwack.

Featured Attractions & Activities

FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in Vancouver. Also playing is the feature film Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park and Lost Souls of Gastown tours.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games).
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
Chinese Canadian Museum – an attraction that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
Harrison Sasquatch Museum – exhibits about local culture and folklore in Harrison Hot Springs.
Kilby Historic Site – a museum and historic farm in Harrison Mills in the Fraser Valley.

Friday, April 25, 2025

Art Vancouver – an art fair featuring both local and international artists and galleries at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
Metro Theatre – the comedy Arsenic and Old Lace shows at the venue in South Vancouver.
The Art of Banksy – a modern art exhibition showcasing the works of Banksy in Gastown.
Richmond Night Market – Vancouver’s famous weekend Asian market at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Flower Festivals & Spring Farm Events

Spring at the Farm at Maan Farms – there is a tulip forest, family-friendly activities and animals to see at the popular farm in Abbotsford.
Harrison Tulip Festival – the largest tulip festival in Canada and recognized as the “World’s Most Instagrammable Tulip Farm”. Tulip Talk happens today too.
Abbotsford Tulip Festival – one of the largest displays of tulips in Canada at Lakeland Flowers. (Pianist Brenda Cottrill performs today in the evening.)
Sweet Spring at Greendale Acres – a family-friendly spring flower festival with baby farm animals and tons of activities for children in Chilliwack. Today features a special Grandparents Day event where all grandparents have free admission!

Featured Attractions & Activities

WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses, ziplines, axe throwing and a Jump of Fear in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: save 25% with the promo code BESTVANCOUVER.)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games).
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Sinners & Sweets and Lost Souls of Gastown tours.
Comedy at The Improv Centre – live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island. Today features The Bachelor-ish and Theatresports.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
FlyOver at Canada Place – the films Awaken Canada and Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies show at the multi-dimensional theatre in Vancouver.
Chinese Canadian Museum – an attraction that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Harrison Sasquatch Museum – exhibits about local culture and folklore in Harrison Hot Springs.
Kilby Historic Site – a museum and historic farm in Harrison Mills in the Fraser Valley.

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Art Vancouver – an art fair featuring both local and international artists and galleries at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
The Art of Banksy – a modern art exhibition showcasing the works of Banksy in Gastown.
Chilliwack Party in the Park – a Greater Vancouver Food Truck Festival event at Central Community Park in Chilliwack. Admission is free.
Spring at the Farm at Maan Farms – there is a tulip forest, family-friendly activities and animals to see at the popular farm in Abbotsford. (Today is Dog Day, so you can take your dog.)
Party for the Planet – Earth Day celebrations in Surrey that include free concerts and other live entertainment.
Ukraine Hopes & Dreams Gala Benefit Concert – a fundraising event raising funds for traumatized children in Odesa, Ukraine (Vancouver’s official sister city) at the Granville Island Stage.

Shows & Entertainment

Madama Butterfly Opera – presented by Vancouver Opera, the Italian opera by Giacomo Puccini shows at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
Stefano Maiorana: Secret Pages of Venice – a classical music concert with Early Music Vancouver at Pacific Spirit United Church in Vancouver.
Metro Theatre – the comedy Arsenic and Old Lace shows at the venue in South Vancouver.
FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in Vancouver. Also playing is the feature film Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
Comedy at The Improv Centre – live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island. Today features The Bachelor-ish and Theatresports.

Flower Festivals

Harrison Tulip Festival – the largest tulip festival in Canada featuring 12 million tulip bulbs. There’s a special sunrise opening today.
Sweet Spring at Greendale Acres – a family-friendly spring flower festival with baby farm animals and tons of activities for children in Chilliwack. Today is Princess Day where there are some roving characters in costume!
Abbotsford Tulip Festival – one of the largest displays of tulips in Canada at Lakeland Flowers. Today there are food trucks on site. (Live painting takes place today with artist Jennifer Sparacino.)

Saturday Markets

Richmond Night Market – Vancouver’s famous weekend Asian market at 8351 River Road in Richmond.
Squamish Farmers Market – in downtown Squamish.
Fort Langley Village Farmers Market – at 9025 Glover Road in Fort Langley.
Trout Lake Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s John Hendry Park.

Featured Museums & Historic Sites

Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Chinese Canadian Museum – an attraction that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Harrison Sasquatch Museum – exhibits about local culture and folklore in Harrison Hot Springs.
Kilby Historic Site – a museum and historic farm in Harrison Mills in the Fraser Valley.

Other Featured Attractions & Activities

Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games).
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park, Forbidden Vancouver, Sinners & Sweets and Lost Souls of Gastown tours.
The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses, ziplines, axe throwing and a Jump of Fear in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Sunday, April 27, 2025

Art Vancouver – an art fair featuring both local and international artists and galleries at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
Chilliwack Party in the Park – a Greater Vancouver Food Truck Festival event at Central Community Park in Chilliwack. Admission is free.
Madama Butterfly Opera – presented by Vancouver Opera, the Italian opera by Giacomo Puccini shows at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
Maestros of Afro-Cuban Jazz – a concert featuring the Cuban-born Grammy Award winning Alain Perez Trio at the Vancouver Playhouse.
Vancouver Sun Run – a major running race involving as many as 50,000 participants.
The Art of Banksy – a modern art exhibition showcasing the works of Banksy in Gastown.

Flower Festivals & Spring Farm Events

Abbotsford Tulip Festival – one of the largest displays of tulips in Canada at Lakeland Flowers.
Harrison Tulip Festival – the largest tulip festival in Canada featuring 12 million tulip bulbs. There’s a special sunrise opening today.
Spring at the Farm at Maan Farms – there is a tulip forest, family-friendly activities and animals to see at the popular farm in Abbotsford.
Sweet Spring at Greendale Acres – a family-friendly spring flower festival with baby farm animals and tons of activities for children in Chilliwack.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver, Lost Souls of Gastown and Really Gay History tours.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games).
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in Vancouver. Also playing is the feature film Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
Chinese Canadian Museum – an attraction that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses, ziplines, axe throwing and a Jump of Fear in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Harrison Sasquatch Museum – exhibits about local culture and folklore in Harrison Hot Springs.
Kilby Historic Site – a museum and historic farm in Harrison Mills in the Fraser Valley.

Sunday Markets

White Rock Farmers Market – at 15154 Russell Avenue in White Rock.
Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – at the Port Moody Rec Centre at 300 Ioco Road.
Cloverdale Flea Market – a large market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.
Richmond Night Market – Vancouver’s famous weekend Asian market at 8351 River Road in Richmond.

Week of April 28th to 30th

April 21-27 | April 28-30

Monday, April 28, 2025

Canadian Election – don’t forget to vote!
Abbotsford Tulip Festival – one of the largest displays of tulips in Canada at Lakeland Flowers.
Harrison Tulip Festival – a flower festival featuring 12 million tulip bulbs and stunning mountain views. There’s also a bouquet-making workshop today available at an extra cost.
Spring at the Farm at Maan Farms – there is a tulip forest, family-friendly activities and animals to see at the popular farm in Abbotsford. (Today is Dog Day, so you can take your dog.)
The Art of Banksy – a modern art exhibition showcasing the works of Banksy in Gastown.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be.
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
Chinese Canadian Museum – an attraction that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games).
FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in Vancouver. Also playing is the feature film Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park Tour.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses, ziplines, axe throwing and a Jump of Fear in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Abbotsford Tulip Festival – one of the largest displays of tulips in Canada at Lakeland Flowers.
Harrison Tulip Festival – the largest tulip festival in Canada and recognized as the “World’s Most Instagrammable Tulip Farm”. Tulip Talk happens today too.
Spring at the Farm at Maan Farms – there is a tulip forest, family-friendly activities and animals to see at the popular farm in Abbotsford.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Hillsboro at Nat Bailey Stadium.
The Art of Banksy – a modern art exhibition showcasing the works of Banksy in Gastown.
Comedy at The Improv Centre – live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island. Today’s show is Choose-Day.
Brahm’s Tam Drum Circle – drumming takes place at Stanley Park’s Third Beach from early evening until sunset (but only if sunny weather). Free!
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Chinese Canadian Museum – an attraction that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in Vancouver. Also playing is the feature film Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Sinners & Sweets and Lost Souls of Gastown tours.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games).
Harrison Sasquatch Museum – exhibits about local culture and folklore in Harrison Hot Springs.

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

The Art of Banksy – a modern art exhibition showcasing the works of Banksy in Gastown.
Abbotsford Tulip Festival – one of the largest displays of tulips in Canada at Lakeland Flowers.
Harrison Tulip Festival – a flower festival featuring 12 million tulip bulbs and stunning mountain views. Partial proceeds from tulip sales today benefit the Variety Club of BC. There’s also live music by Todd Richard.
Vancouver Canadians Baseball – the team plays against Hillsboro at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Comedy at The Improv Centre – live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island. Today’s show is Twist of Fate.
Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
Lower Mainland Golf Courses – check out our list of top places to hit a ball around outdoors in the fresh air.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
Chinese Canadian Museum – an attraction that’s full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver and Lost Souls of Gastown tours.
FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in Vancouver. Also playing is the feature film Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
Harrison Sasquatch Museum – exhibits about local culture and folklore in Harrison Hot Springs.

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Other Events in April 2025

The following events may or may not also take place in April 2025 (with details to be confirmed).

Food and Drink-Related Events

BC Distilled – an artisan distillery festival spirits-tasting event at the Italian Cultural Centre. (Not happening in 2025.)
Trail of Coffee – a coffee-themed affair at the Pipe Shop in North Vancouver’s Shipyards District. The event features presentations, workshops, tastings and more. (Not happening in 2025.)

Festivals and Community Events

BC Classic & Custom Car Show – BC’s longest running indoor car show at Tradex in Abbotsford. (TBC)
BrickCan LEGO Exhibition – LEGO exhibits are on display at the River Rock Casino Resort in Richmond. (April 11 to 13, 2025)
Coquitlam Community Fest – an annual event at Town Centre Park with food trucks, live music, artisan vendors and more. (TBC)
Big Picnic – a free cherry blossom-viewing event that’s part of the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival. (It takes place in April some years. In 2025, however, it was on March 29.)
Burnaby Block Party – 20+ food trucks, live music and market vendors at BCIT in Burnaby. Admission is free. (Not happening in 2025.)
Bike the Blossoms – a Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival event that starts at Trout Lake in John Hendry Park. (TBC)
St. George’s Day Car Show – a British car show outside Fort Langley Community Hall. (Likely on April 20, but with details to be confirmed.)
The Sky’s No Limit & Girls Fly Too! – an aerospace, aviation, defense and marine industry event at the Abbotsford Airport. Activities include going up in a plane (for female first-time fliers). Admission is free. (TBC)
Koningsdag: King’s Day Extravaganza – an event celebrating the Dutch king’s birthday at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. (The event sometimes happens in late April. In 2025 however, it’s on May 3.)

Sporting Events

Vancouver Giants – junior hockey games at the Langley Events Centre.
Vancouver Whitecaps – professional soccer games at BC Place Stadium.
Coast City Country Festival – a new country music festival at BC Place Stadium and the Commodore Ballroom. (Not likely happening in 2025)
Rockstar Puddle Party – a costume contest, BBQ, beer garden and skiing into water at Mt. Seymour. (TBC)
Up the Creek Run – a 5K, 10K and 500m-1K Kids’ Run starting at the Hyde Creek Rec Centre in Port Coquitlam. (April 5, 2025)

Markets

Eastside Flea – a bi-weekly weekend market with about four dozen vendors selling vintage, collectibles and other items. (TBC)
Made in the 604 Market – pop-up markets featuring dozens of local artisans in Vancouver and North Vancouver. Admission is free. (TBC)
VanDusen Plant Sale – a large plant sale at VanDusen Botanical Garden. (TBC)

Shows & Entertainment

Music on the Bow – free live music featuring local artists at the Trout Lake Community Centre. (TBC)
Roedde Jazz Evenings in the Parlour – live music on a Thursday at the Roedde House Museum in Vancouver’s West End (not far from Robson Street). (TBC)
Free Jazz Vespers (on Sundays)
- At 4 pm at St. Andrews-Wesley United Church at 1018 Nelson Street in Vancouver. Admission is by donation. (TBC)
- At Northwood United Church at 8855 156th Street in Surrey from 4 to 5 pm. Admission by donation. (TBC)
Vancouver Oratorio Choir – a mini-concert with the choir happens at the Finnish Bethel Church in Vancouver. (TBC)

Easter-Related Events

Eggciting Easter Hop – egg-hunting and other family-friendly activities at VanDusen Garden. (Not happening in 2025.)
Easter Bash at Broadway Church – the church at 2700 East Broadway in Vancouver hosts its annual free Easter event which includes bouncy structures, games and thousands of Easter eggs to find. Admission is free. (April 18, 2025)
Vancouver Easter Brunches – fancy brunches happen at a number of restaurants on the Sunday of the long weekend.
Spring Salmon Eggs-travaganza – the Fraser River Discovery Centre has special crafts, games and other activities in New Westminster. (TBC)
Stanley Park Easter Train – train rides and Easter Bunny visits at Stanley Park. (Not happening in 2025.)
Hoppy Heights at Cap Bridge – special Easter-themed decorations and family-friendly activities take place during the day at Capilano Suspension Bridge in North Vancouver. (Not happening in 2025, but might in 2026.)
Bunnies & Booze – an Easter event for adults at Maan Farms in Abbotsford. The event includes beer or wine, appetizers, dinner, games and an Easter egg hunt. (Not happening in 2025)

Garden, Earth Day and Spring-Related Events

Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival – a series of spring events. (March 26 to April 28, 2025)
Earth Day at VMM and Other Museums – the Land, Sea, Sky event at Vanier Park features special activities at the Vancouver Maritime Museum (VMM), Museum of Vancouver and H.R. MacMillan Space Centre. (TBC)
O Hanami at Nikkei Place – a Japanese festival celebrating cherry blossom season at the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre in Burnaby. (TBC)
Youth Climate Action Forum – an Earth Day event in West Vancouver featuring a panel of student speakers covering environmental change, food waste and other topics. (TBC)
Darts Hill Garden Park – a semi-private garden park that’s open to the public in Surrey.

Other Events

Bridal Fashion Week Vancouver – a large wedding expo with fashion shows, dozens of vendors and more at the Westin Bayshore Hotel. (April 19, 2025)
Pass Holder Appreciation Day – season’s ticket holders at Mt. Seymour get to take a friend skiing for free (on a specific day in the month). (TBC)
Original Bridal Swap – a wedding show with vendors selling new and used decorations, dresses and more at Congregation Beth Israel Vancouver. (TBC)
International Pillow Fight Day – a giant group pillow fight normally takes place outside the Vancouver Art Gallery on the first Saturday in April. (To be confirmed.)

April Weather and Activities

For information on what to expect weather-wise in the month of April and for a list of recommended activities, click April Weather and Top Activities.

For a list of what to do over the Easter Long Weekend, click Easter Activities.

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To see what’s happening next month, click May Calendar of Events.