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FEBRUARY Events in Vancouver in 2024

February in Vancouver

Vancouver’s 2024 February calendar features important dates and events in the Lower Mainland including Valentine’s Day, Family Day and other special events.

Lunar New Year, LunarFest and the annual Vancouver Chinatown Spring Festival Parade also take place in February this year, as does the Vancouver International Wine Festival and Just for Laughs Vancouver.

 


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Vancouver’s February Events Calendar

 

February Events in Vancouver

Below is what’s happening on the different days of the month in February. (Note: Schedules are subject to change. Check official event websites for exact details.)

 


Week of February 1st to 4th

February 1-4 | February 5-11 | February 12-18 | February 19-25 | February 26-29


 

2024 PuSh Festival

 

Thursday, February 1, 2024

Food & Drink-Related Events

Outdoor Winter Activities

 

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Space Explorers: The Infinite

 

Friday, February 2, 2024

Featured Attractions and Activities

  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Soar Over Taiwan and Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
  • 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).

Food & Drink-Related Events

Outdoor Winter Activities

 

Vancouver Mysteries

Vancouver Wine Festival

Just for Laughs Vancouver

 

Saturday, February 3, 2024

Featured Attractions & Activities

  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour and Lost Souls of 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 VBP2024.)
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
  • 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 Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Soar Over Taiwan and Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)

Saturday Markets

Outdoor Winter Activities

 

The Return Voyage Chor Leoni Concert

All Dressed in White Bridal Show

Love Lights at Capilano Bridge

 

Sunday, February 4, 2024

Featured Attractions & Activities

  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour and Lost Souls of Gastown.
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Soar Over Taiwan and Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • 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 – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)

Sunday Markets

Outdoor Winter Activities

 

Vancouver Maritime Museum

Fan Expo Vancouver

 


Week of February 5th to 11th

February 1-4 | February 5-11 | February 12-18 | February 19-25 | February 26-29


 

Monday, February 5, 2024

  • National Ballet of Ukraine – the world-famous 150-member group of dancers performs at the Centre for the Performing Arts.
  • Black History Month Events – films take place at the Vancity Theatre in downtown Vancouver. The band ebonEmpress also performs at Guilt and Company in Gastown.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Soar Over Taiwan and 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 VBP2024.)
  • Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
  • Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina – an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler. (Note: The same venue offers snowmobiling and ziplining experiences.)
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • 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).
  • Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be! For example, a number of North Shore parks are nice this time of year, as are multiple other parks in the region.

Winter Sports Activities

 

Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours

Early Music Vancouver February 2024 Concert

 

Tuesday, February 6, 2024

  • National Ballet of Ukraine – the world-famous 150-member group of dancers performs at the Centre for the Performing Arts.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Soar Over Taiwan and 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 VBP2024.)
  • Space Explorers: The Infinite – a space-themed virtual reality attraction at Vancouver’s Rocky Mountaineer Station.
  • Black History Month Events – a film takes place at the Vancity Theatre in downtown Vancouver.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
  • Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
  • 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).

Winter Sports Activities

 

StayVancouverHotels.com

Vancouver events at Lunar New Year

Space Explorers: The Infinite

 

Wednesday, February 7, 2024

  • National Ballet of Ukraine – the world-famous 150-member group of dancers performs at the Centre for the Performing Arts.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
  • Black History Month – a film takes place at the Vancity Theatre in downtown Vancouver.

Featured Attractions & Activities

  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
  • 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).
  • Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina – an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler. (Note: The same venue offers snowmobiling and ziplining experiences.)
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Soar Over Taiwan and Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
  • Space Explorers: The Infinite – a space-themed virtual reality attraction at Vancouver’s Rocky Mountaineer Station.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)

Winter Sports Activities

 

Thursday, February 8, 2024

  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
  • Space Explorers: The Infinite – a space-themed virtual reality attraction at Vancouver’s Rocky Mountaineer Station.
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Soar Over Taiwan and Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Black History Month – a film takes place at the Vancity Theatre in downtown Vancouver.
  • Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
  • Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • 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).

Winter Sports Events & Activities

 

Just for Laughs Vancouver

 

Friday, February 9, 2024

  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery, at Jack Poole Plaza and on Granville Island.
  • New Year’s Eve at Aberdeen Mall – various Chinese New Year activities take place at the mall in Richmond.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • Comedy at The Improv Centre – live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island.
  • Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
  • Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • 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).

Featured Attractions & Activities

Winter Sports Events & Activities

 

StayVancouverHotels.com

Vancouver International Wine Festival

 

Saturday, February 10, 2024

Lunar New Year Events

  • Lunar New Year – various events celebrating Chinese New Year and Lunar New Year in the Lower Mainland.
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related displays and activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. Today there are Dragon dances, craft workshops, a Lantern City artist talk, and LunarFest Arts Market at Granville Island. There are also special activities outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
  • International Village Mall – celebrations happen at the mall in Vancouver’s Chinatown. There are games, art exhibits, vendors and souvenirs.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – in celebration of Lunar New Year, there are tours today as well as calligraphy demonstrations.
  • Lunar New Year at Granville Island – craft workshops, dragon dancing, an artist talk, and artisan market happen at the Ocean Artworks pavilion and Arts Umbrella.
  • Lunar New Year at Lansdowne Centre – Lunar New Year festivities take place at the Richmond shopping centre.
  • New Year Celebrations at Aberdeen Mall – various Lunar New Year activities take place at the mall in Richmond.

Shows & Entertainment

Other Festivals & Events

  • Robbie Burns Dinner – an event celebrating the famous Scottish poet with the Greighlan Crossing Pipe Band at the Bonsor Banquet Hall in Burnaby.
  • Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Wenatchee at the Langley Events Centre.
  • Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat.
  • Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • Black History Month Events – today features a child-friendly event at the Vancouver Public Library on West Georgia Street.

Featured Attractions and Activities

  • Orpheum Tours – a guided tour inside Vancouver’s most beautiful and iconic theatre takes place today.
  • Space Explorers: The Infinite – a space-themed virtual reality attraction at Vancouver’s Rocky Mountaineer Station.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour and Lost Souls of Gastown.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
  • 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).

Saturday Markets

Outdoor Winter Activities

 

Valentine's Day Activities

Valentine's Day Dinner Boat Cruise

 

Sunday, February 11, 2024

Lunar New Year Activities

  • Lunar New Year Weekend – various events celebrating Chinese New Year and Lunar New Year in the Lower Mainland.
  • Chinese New Year Parade – a major parade with marching bands, lion dancing, floats and hundreds of people in costume in Chinatown.
  • International Village Mall – celebrations happen at the mall in Vancouver’s Chinatown. There are games, art exhibits, vendors and souvenirs.
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related displays and activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. Today there are Dragon dances, craft workshops, a Lantern City artist talk, and LunarFest Arts Market at Granville Island. There are also special activities outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
  • Lunar New Year at Granville Island – craft workshops, dragon dancing, an artist talk, and artisan market happen at the Ocean Artworks pavilion and Arts Umbrella.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown. In celebration of Lunar New Year, there are tours today as well as printmaking activities.

Other Events & Activities

  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour and Lost Souls of Gastown.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
  • Space Explorers: The Infinite – a space-themed virtual reality attraction at Vancouver’s Rocky Mountaineer Station.
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
  • Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Soar Over Taiwan and Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies.
  • 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).

Outdoor Winter Activities

Sunday Markets

 

Love Lights at Capilano Bridge

 


Week of February 12th to 18th

February 1-4 | February 5-11 | February 12-18 | February 19-25 | February 26-29


 

Monday, February 12, 2024

  • Silent Movie Monday – the classic 1920’s black & white film Torrent starring Greta Garbo shows at the Orpheum Theatre. Before the show there is live Jazz, during the film there is live organ music, and after the show there is a discussion.
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery, at Jack Poole Plaza and on Granville Island.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
  • Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii from Above, and American West.
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • 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).

Special Winter Activities

 

Free Events in February

 

Tuesday, February 13, 2024

  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery, at Jack Poole Plaza and on Granville Island. Today also features the LunarFest Concert at the Orpheum.
  • Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
  • Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – last day for the special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

Featured Attractions & Activities

 

Space Explorers: The Infinite

All Dressed in White Bridal Show

 

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

  • Valentine’s Day – a great reason to treat your sweetheart to something special.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery, at Jack Poole Plaza and on Granville Island.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!

Featured Attractions & Activities

 

Vancouver Chocolate Run

Just for Laughs Vancouver

 

Thursday, February 15, 2024

  • Just for Laughs Vancouver – the comedy festival celebrating stand-up, improv and other funny stuff at various venues around town. Today’s shows are with Aaron Chen, New Moon Comedy, Chris Gethard, Bob The Drag Queen, Chris Redd, and more.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery, at Jack Poole Plaza and on Granville Island.
  • Black History Month – a film takes place at the Vancity Theatre in downtown Vancouver.
  • Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!

Featured Attractions & Activities

 

Early Music Vancouver February 2024 Concert

BC Family Day

The Return Voyage Chor Leoni Concert

 

Friday, February 16, 2024

  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery, at Jack Poole Plaza and on Granville Island.
  • Lunar New Year Films – to celebrate the Year of the Dragon, LNY Splash presents three films at the VIFF Centre at 1181 Seymour Street.
  • Space Explorers: The Infinite – a space-themed virtual reality attraction at Vancouver’s Rocky Mountaineer Station.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Portland at the Langley Events Centre.

Shows, Concerts & Entertainment

Featured Attractions & Activities

  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii from Above, and American West.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • 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).
  • Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
  • Robson Square Ice Skating – free skating at the corner of Robson and Howe.
  • Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.

 

Valentine's Day Dinner Boat Cruise

Vancouver International Wine Festival

Early Music Vancouver March 2nd 2024 Concert

 

Saturday, February 17, 2024

  • BC Family Day Long Weekend – a statutory holiday with family-friendly activities at various locations around the Lower Mainland including on Granville Island.
  • FAN EXPO Vancouver – a comic, superhero, anime and other fan culture convention at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
  • Brazilian Carnaval – two events celebrating Brazilian heritage, culture and music in Vancouver.
  • The Return Voyage Concert – the Chor Leoni Men’s Choir and La Nef perform songs of the sea at St. Andrew’s Wesley United Church.
  • Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise – Vancouver Boat Parties hosts a nightclub-style event that includes dinner and dancing on the Queen of Diamonds which departs from False Creek.
  • Just for Laughs Vancouver – the comedy festival celebrating stand-up, improv and other funny stuff at various venues around town. Today’s shows are with Jesus Trejo, Brett Goldstein, Marlon Wayans, Aparna Nancherla, Patti Harrison, and more.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery and at Jack Poole Plaza. Today there is also a Dragon dance, craft workshop and LunarFest Arts Market at Granville Island.
  • Lunar New Year Films – to celebrate the Year of the Dragon, LNY Splash presents three films at the VIFF Centre at 1181 Seymour Street.
  • Comedy at The Improv Centre – live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Orpheum Tours – a guided tour inside Vancouver’s most beautiful and iconic theatre takes place today.
  • Space Explorers: The Infinite – a space-themed virtual reality attraction at Vancouver’s Rocky Mountaineer Station.

Sports and Markets

Outdoor Winter Activities

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 Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii from Above, and American West.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour and Lost Souls of 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).

 

Fan Expo Vancouver

Fort Langley Historic Half

Just for Laughs Vancouver

 

Sunday, February 18, 2024

Shows & Entertainment

  • Just for Laughs Vancouver – the comedy festival celebrating stand-up, improv and other funny stuff at various venues around town. Today’s lineup includes Jessica Kirson, Lewberger, Andrea Jun, Ben Schwartz, Ramy Youssef, and more.

Featured Attractions & Activities

  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii from Above, and American West.
  • Space Explorers: The Infinite – a space-themed virtual reality attraction at Vancouver’s Rocky Mountaineer Station.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • 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).

Outdoor Tours, Adventures & Winter Activities

Sunday Markets

 

Vancouver International Wine Festival

 


Week of February 19th to 25th

February 1-4 | February 5-11 | February 12-18 | February 19-25 | February 26-29


 

Monday, February 19, 2024

  • BC Family Day – a statutory holiday with family-friendly activities at various locations around the Lower Mainland including on Granville Island.
  • FAN EXPO Vancouver – a comic, superhero, anime and other fan culture convention at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
  • Just for Laughs Vancouver – the comedy festival celebrating stand-up, improv and other funny stuff at various venues around town. Today’s shows feature Justin Willman and Crumby Comedy.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum Chinatown Tour – the museum has a family-friendly activity where you can build your own LEGO family and learn about your family tree in Chinese on Monday, February 19th. The cost for this is free with general admission. On the same day, the museum also has a tour of Chinese Society buildings in Chinatown where you can learn about clan societies. The cost for the tour is $15.
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery and at Jack Poole Plaza. Today there is also a Dragon dance, craft workshop and LunarFest Arts Market at Granville Island.
  • Richmond Children’s Arts Festival – an arts festival for young children and their families.
  • Space Explorers: The Infinite – a space-themed virtual reality attraction at Vancouver’s Rocky Mountaineer Station.
  • Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Spokane at the Langley Events Centre.
  • Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
  • If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

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).
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii from Above, and American West.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown. At the museum today you can also learn about your family tree in Cantonese and build your own LEGO family. There is also a tour of historic area buildings.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour.

Outdoor Winter Activities

 

StayVancouverHotels.com

 

Tuesday, February 20, 2024

  • Just for Laughs Vancouver – the comedy festival celebrating stand-up, improv and other funny stuff at various venues around town. Today’s lineup features Chris Fleming, The Ryan and Amy Show, Josh Johnson, Mo Gilligan, and more.
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery, at Jack Poole Plaza and on Granville Island.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
  • Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!

Featured Attractions & Activities

  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • 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 – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii from Above, and American West.

Winter Sports Activities

 

Shen Yun in Vancouver

 

Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Featured Attractions & Activities

  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii from Above, and American West.
  • Vallea Lumina – an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler. (Note: The same venue offers snowmobiling and ziplining experiences.)
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • 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).

 

Love Lights at Capilano Bridge

Earlybird RV Show

 

Thursday, February 22, 2024

  • Just for Laughs Vancouver – the comedy festival celebrating stand-up, improv and other funny stuff at various venues around town. Today’s lineup includes Zarna Garg, Emma Willmann, Carlos Ballarta, Tina Friml, Annie Lederman, and more.
  • Earlybird RV Show & Sale – a motorhome and recreational vehicle trade show at the Tradex Centre in Abbotsford.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery, at Jack Poole Plaza and on Granville Island.
  • Interact Entertainment Night – the Interact Club at Windsor Secondary School hosts its annual talent night event in North Vancouver. All are welcome.
  • Black History Month – a film takes place at the VIFF Centre in downtown Vancouver.

Featured Attractions & Activities

  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii from Above, and American West.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • 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).

Outdoor Winter Activities

 

Vancouver Chocolate Run

 

Friday, February 23, 2024

  • pARTy@PdA: Fun with Paper – an adults-only event involving woven paper art with artist Mariana Frochtengarten at Place des Arts in Coquitlam.
  • Just for Laughs Vancouver – the comedy festival celebrating stand-up, improv and other funny stuff at various venues around town. Today’s shows are with Bill Burr, Ronny Chieng, Leslie Liao, Mark Little, Catherine Cohen, and more.
  • Earlybird RV Show & Sale – a motorhome and recreational vehicle trade show at the Tradex Centre in Abbotsford.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery, at Jack Poole Plaza and on Granville Island.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Comedy at The Improv Centre – live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island.

Sporting Events & Winter Activities

Featured Attractions & Activities

 

Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours

Vancouver International Wine Festival

Festival du Bois

 

Saturday, February 24, 2024

  • Vancouver International Wine Festival – the world-famous series of events featuring more than 150 wines from over a dozen different countries at various venues.
  • Just for Laughs Vancouver – the comedy festival celebrating stand-up, improv and other funny stuff at various venues around town. Today’s performers include Kathy Griffin, Catherine Cohen, Emil Wakim, Che Durena, Sydnee Washington, and more.
  • Earlybird RV Show & Sale – a motorhome and recreational vehicle trade show at the Tradex Centre in Abbotsford.
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery and at Jack Poole Plaza. Today also features special events on Granville Island.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • Maple Ridge Rock and Gem Show – an event featuring rocks, gems and stone carvings at Pitt Meadows Heritage Hall. Admission is by donation.
  • Riley Park Farmers Market – between 10 am and 2 pm at Vancouver’s Nat Bailey Stadium at 4601 Ontario Street.
  • Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Comedy at The Improv Centre – live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island.
  • Black History Month – today features the Underground Comedy Railroad Tour’s all-Black comedy show in Vancouver. There is also a free event with music, food and activities for children at Mackin House in Coquitlam.

Featured Attractions & Activities

  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour and Lost Souls of Gastown.
  • 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 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 VBP2024.)
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii from Above, and American West.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • 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).

Sporting Events & Winter Activities

 

Early Music Vancouver March 2nd 2024 Concert

 

Sunday, February 25, 2024

  • Vancouver International Wine Festival – the world-famous series of events featuring more than 150 wines from over a dozen different countries at various venues.
  • Valentines-Themed Welsh Men’s Concert – the Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir performs with the Richmond Singers at the Fraserview Mennonite Brethren Church in Richmond.
  • Earlybird RV Show & Sale – a motorhome and recreational vehicle trade show at the Tradex Centre in Abbotsford.
  • Canada Rugby Sevens – a major international rugby tournament at BC Place Stadium featuring different countries including Canada.
  • Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night.
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery and at Jack Poole Plaza. Today also features special events on Granville Island.
  • Maple Ridge Rock and Gem Show – an event featuring rocks, gems and stone carvings at Pitt Meadows Heritage Hall. Admission is by donation.
  • Dash For Dogs – 2K, 5K and 10K runs at Stanley Park. The event raises funds for BC & Alberta Guide Dogs.

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).
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii from Above, and American West.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour and Lost Souls of 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 VBP2024.)
  • 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%.)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)

Sunday Markets

Outdoor Winter Activities

 

Vancouver Mysteries

 


Week of February 26th to 29th

February 1-4 | February 5-11 | February 12-18 | February 19-25 | February 26-29


 

Monday, February 26, 2024

Featured Attractions & Activities

  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Vallea Lumina – an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler. (Note: The same venue offers snowmobiling and ziplining experiences.)
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii from Above, and American West.
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • 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).

 

All Dressed in White Bridal Show

Study and Go Abroad

 

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

  • Vancouver International Wine Festival – the world-famous series of events featuring more than 150 wines from over a dozen different countries at various venues.
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery and at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii from Above, and American West.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • 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).
  • Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
  • If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Winter Sports and Activities

 

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Featured Attractions & Activities

  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Today also features the films Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii from Above, and American West.
  • Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina – an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler. (Note: The same venue offers snowmobiling and ziplining experiences.)
  • 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 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 Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
  • 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 VBP2024.)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)

 

Windborne at FlyOver Canada

Study and Go Abroad

 

Thursday, February 29, 2024

  • Vancouver International Wine Festival – the world-famous series of events featuring more than 150 wines from over a dozen different countries at various venues.
  • Study & Go Abroad/SchoolFinder Fair – a free event at the Vancouver Convention Centre for anyone wanting to learn about post-secondary schools and educational opportunities both in Canada and other countries. (TIP: Register Online for a chance to win $5,000 and a free flight with Air Canada!)
  • LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery, at Jack Poole Plaza and on Granville Island.
  • Black History Month – a film takes place at the Vancity Theatre. Today also features a cultural fashion show and performances at The Wise in Vancouver.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the team plays against the Los Angeles Kings at Rogers Arena.

Featured Attractions & Activities

Outdoor Winter Activities

 


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Other February Activities

The following events may also be happening in February of 2024, but with exact details to be confirmed.

 

Lunar New Year Events

 

Art, Music and Theatre

  • Family Favourites Movies – a kid-friendly film shows at select Cineplex theatres for just $2.99 on Saturday mornings at 11 am.
  • The Comic Strippers – a parody improv comedy show for adults only (ages 19+) in Surrey. (February 9, 2024)
  • Interact Entertainment Night – the Interact Club at Windsor Secondary School hosts its annual talent night event in North Vancouver. All are welcome. (TBC)
  • Jazz Vespers – at 4 pm at St. Andrews-Wesley United Church at 1018 Nelson Street in Vancouver. Admission is by donation. (TBC)
  • Vancouver Opera – the opera Don Pasquale by Donizetti’s is at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. (February 10 to 18, 2024)

 

Consumer Trade Shows and Expos

  • Pet Lover Show – a trade show for dogs, cats and other household animals and their owners in Abbotsford. (TBC)
  • Earlybird RV Show & Sale – a motorhome and recreational vehicle trade show at the Tradex Centre in Abbotsford. (February 22-25, 2024)
  • A Taste of the Valley – an event featuring food, drinks and artisan vendors at Chilliwack Heritage Park. (Note: This event is hosted by the same people behind the Christmas Gifts Expo in December.) (February 9 & 10, 2024)
  • Western GOLFEXPO – a consumer golf trade show at the Tradex Centre in Abbotsford. (Not happening in 2024.)

 

Winter-Themed Events

  • Family Day at Cypress Ski Hill – special family-friendly activities including fireworks. (TBC)
  • 24 Hours of Winter – two days of non-stop skiing, boarding and other fun winter activities at Grouse Mountain. (TBC)
  • VMF Winter Arts Festival – interactive displays and entertainment in downtown Vancouver. (February 22-27, 2024)
  • Vallea Lumina – an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler. (Note: The same venue offers snowmobiling and ziplining experiences.)

 

Other Events

  • Talking Stick Festival – a multi-day Indigenous arts festival. (TBC)
  • Crème de la Crème – a fancy event for upcoming brides featuring a fashion show and lots of pampering at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. (February 18, 2024)
  • Black History Month Events – various events take place around the Lower Mainland to celebrate the contributions of Black artists and other Black Canadians.
  • Whisky Global – a whisky-tasting event at the Paradox Hotel. (This event sometimes happens in February. In 2024, however, it takes place on January 26 & 27.)
  • Outside/In – free indoor and outdoor entertainment in New Westminster. (TBC)
  • Open House at Queen Elizabeth Theatre – hosted by Vancouver Civic Theatres, a free Family Day Open House happens at the theatre. It features an art exhibition, craft activities, live music and guided tours. (TBC)
  • Early Music Vancouver Concert – at Christ Church Cathedral in Vancouver. (TBC)
  • Super Bowl – the American League Football championships. Games will be watched in homes and sports bars across the continent. (February 11, 2024)
  • Setsubun – a free event with taiko drumming, a community dance and a Sacred Fire at Oppenheimer Park in Vancouver. It’s organized by the Powell Street Festival Society which also hosts a Japanese-themed event at the same venue in the summer. (February 3, 2024)
  • Ocean Festival – a free event celebrating the sea with music, displays and an environmental theme at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
  • Invictus Games – an international sports competition for men and women who were injured in the line of duty. (February 8 to 16, 2025)
  • Study and Go Abroad Fair – an event at the Vancouver Convention Centre where you can learn about educational opportunities abroad. (February 29, 2024)

 

Top things to do in February

Below are some of the best things to do this month most years.

  1. Take your sweetheart out on a date to one of Vancouver’s Best Restaurants and/or somewhere inside to escape the rain and enjoy some of the Lower Mainland’s Best Entertainment.
  2. Check out the Best Things to do on Family Day in Vancouver during the Family Day long weekend.
  3. Ski or do other winter sport activities at Whistler-Blackcomb, Cypress, Grouse or Mount Seymour.
  4. Take the kids swimming at a rec centre (like West Vancouver’s West Vancouver Aquatic Centre) or skating (like at Richmond’s Olympic Oval). Why? Because they are fun activities, affordable, and it’ll probably be dark and wet outside.
  5. Go for a walk or hike somewhere at one of Vancouver’s Best Parks and Places in Nature (so long as the weather isn’t miserable and you dress appropriately).
  6. Free ice skating at Robson Square at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver, or at the Shipyards in the Lower Lonsdale District of North Vancouver (weather and temperatures permitting).
  7. As it rains a lot in February (which it likely will), check out Vancouver’s Best Things to do on a Rainy Day.
  8. Celebrate the Chinese New Year the Year of the Tiger begins on February 1.

For more, check out Vancouver’s Best Places for Winter Activities.

 

Typical February Weather

February is a typical winter month in Vancouver – predictively cool, cloudy and wet.

Average high temperatures in February are around 8 degrees Celsius (or 46 F), and the lows are in the neighbourhood of about 1 (or 34 F).

February gets an average of about 125 mm of rain (or 5 inches). Some years though can be an exception, like in 2010 when it was warm, sunny and snowless around the time of the Olympics, and in 2015 when Vancouver was about 25 degrees warmer than many other parts of Canada.

 

Recommended Activities

Like January, February can be one of the best months for skiing or other outdoor recreational activities locally up at Cypress, Seymour and Grouse, or further afield up at Whistler. There is also skating at most community rec centres (so good places to go on rainy days), and free skating in downtown Vancouver at Robson Square at 800 Robson Street until the end of the month.

If you’re not into outdoor winter sports, then February is typically a good month for indoor activities. The Family Day Long Weekend can be an especially good day to be around and about as a tourist with the clan, with many of Vancouver’s top attractions offering special rates and activities.

Dine Out Vancouver Festival occurs during the last two weeks of January most years, but also usually the first weekend or couple of days in February too.

 


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