Vancouver’s 2022 March calendar features key dates and events in the Lower Mainland including various Spring Break and St. Patrick’s Day activities.

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OCTOBER – NOVEMBER – DECEMBER

Vancouver’s March Events Calendar

• March 8 – International Women’s Day
• Mar. 14-25 – School Spring Break
• March 17 – St. Patrick’s Day
• March 20 – Spring Equinox & Persian New Year

March Events in the Lower Mainland

Below is what’s happening on the different days of the month in March in the Lower Mainland in 2022. Alternatively, for a list of events that cost nothing or only very little, see our article about Free Events in March.

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

To jump to a specific week, click on any of the following:

March 1-6 | March 7-13 | March 14-20 | March 21-27 | March 28-31

Tuesday, March 1, 2022

• Vancouver Art Gallery – admission is by donation from 5 to 8 pm (because it’s Tuesday).
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. 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, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.

Wednesday, March 2, 2022

• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• 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.

Thursday, March 3, 2022

• Vancouver TheatreSports – live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• 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, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.

Friday, March 4, 2022

• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver TheatreSports – live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people. Or, use promo code VANSBEST20 before March 11, and book a game to play during Spring Break (between March 12 and 27) and you can save 20%!)
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Kamloops at the Langley Events Centre.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• 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.

Saturday, March 5, 2022

• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver TheatreSports – live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. 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 with 3 or more people. Or, use promo code VANSBEST20 before March 11, and book a game to play during Spring Break (between March 12 and 27) and you can save 20%!)
• Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show – a trade show featuring adventure travel and outdoor gear at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• BC Bike Show – a bicycle trade show featuring road bikes, mountain bikes, electric bikes and cycling equipment at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Vancouver Whitecaps – soccer game against New York at BC Place Stadium.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Family Favourites Movies – $2.99 movies at select Cineplex theatres on Saturday mornings.

Saturday Markets

• Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Nat Bailey Stadium at 4601 Ontario Street from 10 am until 2 pm.
  
• Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.

Sunday, March 6, 2022

• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Kelowna at the Langley Events Centre.
• Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show – a trade show featuring adventure travel and outdoor gear at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• BC Bike Show – a bicycle trade show featuring road bikes, mountain bikes, electric bikes and cycling equipment at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Jazz Vespers – at 4 pm at St. Andrews-Wesley United Church at 1018 Nelson Street in Vancouver. Admission is by donation.
• 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.

Sunday Markets

• Hastings Park Farmers Market – from 10 am to 2 pm at Hastings Skatepark by the PNE.
• Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – from 10 am until 2 pm at Port Moody’s rec centre at 300 Ioco Road.
• Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.
• Abbotsford Flea Market – a giant flea market at Abbotsford Exhibition Park from 6 am to 3 pm.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – a large market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey from 6 am until 3 pm.

Week of March 7th to 13th

March 1-6 | March 7-13 | March 14-20 | March 21-27 | March 28-31

Monday, March 7, 2022

• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people. Or, use promo code VANSBEST20 before March 11, and book a game to play during Spring Break (between March 12 and 27) and you can save 20%!)
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Metro Vancouver Restaurants – if not such good weather, then perhaps a good day to eat indoors or take in a movie or a show, or just stay home and do some Indoor Activities.
• If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Tuesday, March 8, 2022

• International Women’s Day
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
• Vancouver Art Gallery – admission is by donation from 5 to 8 pm (because it’s Tuesday).
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.

Wednesday, March 9, 2022

• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people. Or, use promo code VANSBEST20 before March 11, and book a game to play during Spring Break (between March 12 and 27) and you can save 20%!)
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the Canucks play against Montreal at Rogers Arena.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
• If miserable weather, then also a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Thursday, March 10, 2022

• 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 with 3 or more people. Or, use promo code VANSBEST20 before March 11, and book a game to play during Spring Break (between March 12 and 27) and you can save 20%!)
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver TheatreSports – live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
• Metro Vancouver Restaurants – if not such good weather, then perhaps a good day to eat indoors, or take in a movie or a show, or just stay home and do some Indoor Activities.

Friday, March 11, 2022

• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people. Or, use promo code VANSBEST20 before March 11, and book a game to play during Spring Break (between March 12 and 27) and you can save 20%!)
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver TheatreSports – live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the Canucks play against Washington at Rogers Arena.
• Coastal First Nations Dance Festival – a cultural event presented by the Dancers of Damelahamid. (Postponed until April 20-24.)
• Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
• Metro Vancouver Restaurants – if not such good weather, then perhaps a good day to eat indoors, or take in a movie or a show, or just stay home and do some Indoor Activities.

Saturday, March 12, 2022

• 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, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver TheatreSports – live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Pet Lover Show – a large pet show at Tradex in Abbotsford. (Postponed until November 5-6.)
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
• St. Patrick’s Day 5K Run – a colourfully green race around Stanley Park. (CANCELLED)

Saturday Markets

• Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Nat Bailey Stadium at 4601 Ontario Street from 10 am until 2 pm.
• Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.

Sunday, March 13, 2022

• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Pet Lover Show – a large pet show at Tradex in Abbotsford. (Postponed until November 5-6.)
• Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the Canucks play against Tampa Bay at Rogers Arena.
• Shamrock’n Race – a 5 km, 7 Miler and half marathon race around Burnaby Lake.
• Metro Vancouver Restaurants – if not such good weather, then perhaps a good day to eat indoors, or take in a movie or a show, or just stay home and do some Indoor Activities.
• Jazz Vespers – at Northwood United Church at 8855 156th Street in Surrey from 4 to 5 pm. Admission by donation.

Sunday Markets

• Hastings Park Farmers Market – at Hastings Skatepark by the PNE.
• Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – at Port Moody’s rec centre at 300 Ioco Road.
• Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.
• Abbotsford Flea Market – a giant flea market at Abbotsford Exhibition Park.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – a large market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.

Week of March 14th to 20th

March 1-6 | March 7-13 | March 14-20 | March 21-27 | March 28-31

Monday, March 14, 2022

• Spring Break – first day of public school holidays (March 14 to 25).
  • See our article about Spring Break for a list of kid-friendly activities that take place across the Lower Mainland including cheap movies, attractions with discounted admission rates, day-camp activities and other fun stuff.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open for the Spring Break holidays. Admission is free.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• 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.

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

• Spring Break – public school holidays (March 14 to 25).
  • See our article about Spring Break for a list of kid-friendly activities taking place all across the Lower Mainland including cheap movies, attractions with discounted admission rates, day-camp activities and other fun stuff.
• Persian New Year Fire Festival – also known as Norooz or Nowruz, the event takes place at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver. Activities include food vendors, fire-jumping activities and live entertainment.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• 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, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Art Gallery – admission is by donation from 5 to 8 pm (because it’s Tuesday).
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the Canucks play against New Jersey at Rogers Arena.
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.

Wednesday, March 16, 2022

• Spring Break – public school holidays (March 14 to 25).
  • See our article about Spring Break for a list of kid-friendly activities taking place all across the Lower Mainland.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Burnaby Village – the outdoor museum is open for the Spring Break holidays. Admission is free.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Tri-City at the Langley Events Centre.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• 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.

Thursday, March 17, 2022

• St. Patrick’s Day – normally lots of merry people celebrating and wearing green all around town.
• Spring Break – public school holidays (March 14 to 25).
  • See our article about Spring Break for a comprehensive list of kid-friendly activities taking place all across the Lower Mainland including cheap movies, attractions with discounted admission rates, day-camp activities and other fun stuff.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. 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, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver TheatreSports – live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Beaty Nocturnal – the Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC is open by donation from 5 to 8:30 pm. Guided tours are at 7 pm.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the Canucks play against Detroit at Rogers Arena.
• 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.

Friday, March 18, 2022

• Spring Break – public school holidays (March 14 to 25).
  • See our article about Spring Break for a comprehensive list of kid-friendly activities taking place all across the Lower Mainland including cheap movies, attractions with discounted admission rates, day-camp activities and other fun stuff.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver TheatreSports – live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• 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, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Monster Jam – a monster trucks event at the PNE with giant vehicles doing crazy stunts in freestyle, racing and two-wheel skills competitions.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
• Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Everett at the Langley Events Centre.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• 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.

Saturday, March 19, 2022

• Big Jungle Run – family fun 1 km, 5 km and 10 km runs at Burnaby Lake. Leashed dogs and strollers are welcome!
• CelticFest – a free concert and other St. Patrick’s Day-themed activities outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Vancouver TheatreSports – live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• 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, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Monster Jam – a monster trucks event at the PNE with giant vehicles doing crazy stunts in freestyle, racing and two-wheel skills competitions.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the Canucks play against Calgary at Rogers Arena.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Family Favourites Movies – $2.99 movies at select Cineplex theatres on Saturday mornings. (TBC)
• 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.

Saturday Markets

• Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Nat Bailey Stadium at 4601 Ontario Street from 10 am until 2 pm.
• Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.

Sunday, March 20, 2022

• Spring Equinox
• CelticFest – a free concert and other St. Patrick’s Day-themed activities outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Monster Jam – a monster trucks event at the PNE with giant vehicles doing crazy stunts in freestyle, racing and two-wheel skills competitions.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the Canucks play against Buffalo at Rogers Arena.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• 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.

Sunday Markets

• Hastings Park Farmers Market – from 10 am to 2 pm at Hastings Skatepark by the PNE.
• Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – at Port Moody’s rec centre at 300 Ioco Road.
• Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – a large market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Abbotsford Flea Market – a giant flea market at Abbotsford Exhibition Park.

Week of March 21st to 27th

March 1-6 | March 7-13 | March 14-20 | March 21-27 | March 28-31

Monday, March 21, 2022

• Persian New Year
• Spring Break – public school holidays (March 14 to 25).
  • See our article about Spring Break for a comprehensive list of kid-friendly activities taking place all across the Lower Mainland including cheap movies, attractions with discounted admission rates, day-camp activities and other fun stuff.
• Shen Yun – a world-famous New York-based Chinese performing arts production at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
• Metro Vancouver Restaurants – if not such good weather, then perhaps a good day to eat indoors, or take in a movie or a show, or just stay home and do some Indoor Activities.

Tuesday, March 22, 2022

• Spring Break – public school holidays (March 14 to 25).
  • See our article about Spring Break for a comprehensive list of kid-friendly activities taking place all across the Lower Mainland including cheap movies, attractions with discounted admission rates, day-camp activities and other fun stuff.
• Shen Yun – a world-famous New York-based Chinese performing arts production at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. 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, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver Art Gallery – admission by donation from 5 to 8 pm (because it’s Tuesday).
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.

Wednesday, March 23, 2022

• Spring Break – public school holidays (March 14 to 25).
  • See our article about Spring Break for a comprehensive list of kid-friendly activities taking place all across the Lower Mainland including cheap movies, attractions with discounted admission rates, day-camp activities and other fun stuff.
• Shen Yun – a world-famous New York-based Chinese performing arts production at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Vancouver International Auto Show – over 400 vehicles of all kinds are on display at the Vancouver Convention Centre. (CANCELLED)
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
• 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.

Thursday, March 24, 2022

• Spring Break – public school holidays (March 14 to 25).
  • See our article about Spring Break for a comprehensive list of kid-friendly activities taking place all across the Lower Mainland including cheap movies, attractions with discounted admission rates, day-camp activities and other fun stuff.
• Shen Yun – a world-famous New York-based Chinese performing arts production at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
• 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, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver TheatreSports – live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Vancouver International Auto Show – over 400 vehicles of all kinds are on display at the Vancouver Convention Centre. (CANCELLED)
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
• Metro Vancouver Restaurants – if not such good weather, then perhaps a good day to eat indoors, or take in a movie or a show, or just stay home and do some Indoor Activities.

Friday, March 25, 2022

• Spring Break – public school holidays (March 14 to 25).
  • See our article about Spring Break for a comprehensive list of kid-friendly activities taking place all across the Lower Mainland including cheap movies, attractions with discounted admission rates, day-camp activities and other fun stuff.
• Shen Yun – a world-famous New York-based Chinese performing arts production at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
• 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, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Cirque du Soleil  – the world-famous circus company is at Concord Pacific Place with its Alegria show. (TIP: See our article about Cirque du Soleil to learn about 2-for-1 tickets at another circus coming to Vancouver too!)
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver TheatreSports – live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver International Auto Show – over 400 vehicles of all kinds are on display at the Vancouver Convention Centre. (CANCELLED)
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
• Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Seattle at the Langley Events Centre.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• 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.

Saturday, March 26, 2022

• Earth Hour – people and businesses across the Lower Mainland (and the world) are encouraged to turn off their lights at 8:30 pm to show support for the planet and its environment.
• Christine Tassan et les Imposteures – a free concert at Place des Arts at 7:30 pm. Registration is required for this Festival du Bois pre-festival event.
• Shen Yun – a world-famous New York-based Chinese performing arts production at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
• André Rieu Concert – one of the world’s most famous violinists performs with the Johann Strauss Orchestra at the Pacific Coliseum at the PNE.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
• Vancouver TheatreSports – live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Cirque du Soleil  – the world-famous circus company is at Concord Pacific Place with its Alegria show.
• Vancouver International Auto Show – over 400 vehicles of all kinds are on display at the Vancouver Convention Centre. (CANCELLED)
• Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Nat Bailey Stadium at 4601 Ontario Street.
• Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Family Favourites Movies – $2.99 movies at select Cineplex theatres on Saturday mornings. (TBC)
• Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!

Sunday, March 27, 2022

• Shen Yun – a world-famous New York-based Chinese performing arts production at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Cirque du Soleil  – the world-famous circus company is at Concord Pacific Place with its Alegria show. (TIP: See our article about Cirque du Soleil to learn about 2-for-1 tickets at another circus coming to Vancouver too!)
• Vancouver International Auto Show – over 400 vehicles of all kinds are on display at the Vancouver Convention Centre. (CANCELLED)
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Prince George at the Langley Events Centre.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Jazz Vespers – at Northwood United Church at 8855 156th Street in Surrey from 4 to 5 pm. Admission by donation.
• 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.

Sunday Markets

• Hastings Park Farmers Market – from 10 am to 2 pm at Hastings Skatepark by the PNE.
• Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – at Port Moody’s rec centre at 300 Ioco Road.
• Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.
• Abbotsford Flea Market – a giant flea market at Abbotsford Exhibition Park.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – a large market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.

Week of March 28th to 31st

March 1-6 | March 7-13 | March 14-20 | March 21-27 | March 28-31

Monday, March 28, 2022

• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• 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.

Tuesday, March 29, 2022

• Vancouver Art Gallery – admission is by donation from 5 to 8 pm (because it’s Tuesday).
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.

Wednesday, March 30th, 2022

• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the Canucks play against St. Louis at Rogers Arena.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Cirque du Soleil  – the world-famous circus company is at Concord Pacific Place with its Alegria show.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
• Metro Vancouver Restaurants – if not such good weather, then perhaps a good day to eat indoors, or take in a movie or a show, or just stay home and do some Indoor Activities.

Thursday, March 31st, 2022

• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.
• The Time Thief – a free 7:00 pm screening of the French L’Arracheuse de temps film at Cineplex SilverCity in Coquitlam. Registration is required for this Festival du Bois pre-festival event.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver TheatreSports – live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is FlyOver Iceland.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Indigenous Canoe Cultures. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Cirque du Soleil  – the world-famous circus company is at Concord Pacific Place with its Alegria show. (TIP: See our article about Cirque du Soleil to learn about 2-for-1 tickets at another circus coming to Vancouver too!)
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver Ski Hills & Snow Conditions.
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!

To return to the top of the page, click March Calendar.

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

Other March 2022 Events

Below is a list of events and activities that may or may not also happen in March 2022.

March Sporting Events

• Vancouver Giants Hockey – vs. various teams at the Langley Events Centre.
• Vancouver Whitecaps – soccer games at BC Place Stadium on various dates.
• Canada Rugby Sevens – a major international rugby tournament at BC Place Stadium featuring 16 different countries including Canada. (It happens in March some years. In 2022, however, it takes place on April 16 and 17.)
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the team plays against various teams at Rogers Arena.
• Up the Creek Run – a 5K, 10K and 500m-1K Kids’ Run starting at the Hyde Creek Rec Centre in Port Coquitlam. (TBC)
• Urban Grind – a 633-step climb from ground level on Hastings Street up to the Vancouver Lookout between 4:30 and 6:30 pm. (Usually on Tuesdays in March, but to be confirmed for 2022.)
• Cap Crusher – a rugged 12 km and 24 km run through the trails at Capilano River Regional Park starting at the Cleveland Dam. It also includes a kid’s race. (TBC)
• BC Sportsmen’s Show – the province’s biggest event for fishing, hunting, boating and other outdoor activities at Tradex in Abbotsford. (Postponed until 2023.)

Shows and Entertainment

• Vancouver TheatreSports – live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island.
• FlyOver Canada – a film at the multi-dimensional theatre at Canada Place.
• Coastal First Nations Dance Festival – a cultural event presented by the Dancers of Damelahamid. (Postponed until April 20-24.)
• Music on the Bow – free live music featuring local artists at the Trout Lake Community Centre at 3360 Victoria Drive. (TBC)
• Jazz Vespers on Sundays
  • At 4 pm at St. Andrews-Wesley United Church at 1018 Nelson Street in Vancouver. Admission is by donation. (To be confirmed.)
  • At Northwood United Church at 8855 156th Street in Surrey from 4 to 5 pm. Admission by donation. (To be confirmed.)
• Roedde Jazz Evenings in the Parlour – live music one evening at the Roedde House Museum in Vancouver’s West End (not far from Robson Street). (To be confirmed.)
• Sonic Boom Festival – a celebration of contemporary classical music by BC composers. (March 11-13, 2022.)
• Vancouver South African Film Festival – a 3-day film festival celebrating South African cinema. (TBC)
• Vancouver International Dance Festival – a series of special dance productions at various venues around town. (TBC)
• Jazz in the Vine – live Jazz at a winery in Langley. (TBC)
• Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir – the popular all-male choir usually performs at least once or twice in March, although not this year due to COVID. They do, however, hope to hold concerts later in the year.

Discounted Events

• Seniors Day at MOV – admission to the Museum of Vancouver is just $5 for anyone age 65+ on the first Tuesday of the month (but to be confirmed for 2022).
• Museum of Vancouver – admission is by donation on the last Thursday of the month from 5 pm to 8 pm. (TBC)

Other March Events

• PlayDome – amusement rides and midway games at the indoor carnival at BC Place Stadium. (Usually during Spring Break.) (TBC)
• Walk in Her Shoes Vancouver – a fundraising event for Care Canada at the Creekside Community Centre in the Olympic Village. (TBC)
• St. Patrick’s Day Boat Party – an Irish-themed boat party departing from the Plaza of Nations Marina at 750 Pacific Boulevard. (TBC)
• Brewski Fest – beer samples in the afternoon on the Crazy Raven Patio at Cypress Mountain. Free for adults ages 19+ with a valid lift ticket or season’s pass. (To be confirmed.)
• Festival du Bois – BC’s largest francophone festival held in Coquitlam at Mackin Park. The event features live music, food vendors and family-friendly activities. (It usually happens in March. It’s 2022 dates, however, are April 1, 2 & 3.)
• Maan Farms Barnyard Adventures – the hobby farm and children’s play structures are open at Maan Farms in Abbotsford during spring Break.
• Vancouver International Wine Festival – the wine festival featuring more than 150 wines from over a dozen different countries. (It usually runs from late February until the beginning of March. In 2022, however, its dates are May 16 to 22.)
• BC Home and Garden Show – a trade show at BC Place Stadium. (March 10 to 13 in 2022.)

To return to the top of the page, click March Calendar.

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

Top Vancouver March Activities

Here are some of the best things to do in the month of March:

1. Celebrate the spring weather by going for a walk or jog around the seawall at Stanley Park or anywhere around False Creek.
2. Dust off the golf clubs or tennis rackets any day it’s not raining (or just do anything outside if it’s nice out and you get the chance).
3. Paint your face, drink green beverages and enjoy St. Patrick’s Day at one of Vancouver’s Best Places to Eat and Drink (although maybe leave the face paint and green beer at home if you head out to one of the city’s finer establishments). Also, be sure to check out all of Vancouver’s great St. Patrick’s Activities at various locations around town.
4. Check out Vancouver’s Top Free Things to do at Spring Break for a list of the best things to do with children for free during the school holidays.
5. Enjoy the cherry blossoms around town. The Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival doesn’t officially start until April most years, but there will likely be blossoms all over the region well before that.
6. Look out for migrating birds returning to the area after their winter holidays down south. Good places to find them include the Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary in Delta and Boundary Bay Regional Park near Tsawwassen.
7. Enjoy some spring skiing up at the local ski hills, weather and snow conditions permitting.

Typical March Weather

The days are beginning to get longer and warmer, and it’s starting to rain a little less by the time March rolls around. Average high temperatures this month are up to 12 degrees C or so (or 54 F), and the lows in the range of 2 to 5 C (or 36 to 41 F).

March usually expects to get about 110 mm of rain (or 4.4 inches), so you can expect to need your umbrella a little less than in the winter months.

In general, March is starting to get close to a nice time of year for Vancouver, although the trees are still only just beginning to get their leaves again.

Recommended March Activities

Most years March can be a fantastic month for spring skiing, including night skiing now that the sun is setting increasingly later in the day. The snow is starting to get wetter than normal, but the extra sun and warm temperatures at Cypress Mountain, Mt. Seymour and Grouse Mountain can make the spring skiing exceptional, and Whistler with its higher elevations.

If the weather is good, instead of skiing, the best things to do include checking out all of Vancouver’s Best Places in Parks and Nature, including the Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary in Delta where they can sometimes expect gazillions of snow geese. (Click Thousands of Snow Geese in Richmond for a video of the birds in February 2015, all of which are expected at the Reifel Sanctuary in March and April each year).

On March 17 and the weekend before and/or after, bars are good places to find crowds of happy people with green faces drinking green beer celebrating St. Patrick’s Day.