What's Happening This Weekend

Wondering what to do in Vancouver this weekend? Lots of events are happening in the Lower Mainland and many attractions are operating.

See below for a list of what’s happening this Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

This Weekend in Vancouver

Highlights of the weekend of February 10th to 12th include the Beyond Van Gogh exhibition, A Taste of the Valley, The Comic Strippers, and various Valentine’s Day-themed activities including shows and a Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise.

See below for a list of what’s happening, when and where.

Friday, February 10th, 2023

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.)
Candlelight: Beethoven’s Best Works – a multi-sensory musical experience in Kerrisdale where you can enjoy the music of Beethoven performed by the Listeso String Quartet under the glow of candlelight.
Beyond Van Gogh – a multimedia art exhibition at the Cloverdale Agriplex in Surrey.
Vancouver Lunarfest – today features an exhibit at Granville Island showcasing natural dye fabric art by a Taiwanese artist. There are also The Lantern City art installations to admire at Jack Poole Plaza and Granville Island.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Rum-Running During Prohibition.
Comedy at The Improv Centre – live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island. Today features Theatresports at 7:30 pm and Single, Not Single at 9:30 pm.
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.)

Outdoor Tours and Adventures

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.
Foxtrail Scavenger Hunts – scavenger hunt-style adventures around Vancouver for teams of 2 to 6 players. TIP: Use promo code FOXBESTPLACES and save 10% on the cost of a game.
Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Lost Souls of Gastown tour.

Winter Sports Events & Activities

Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver 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.
Robson Square Ice Skating – free skating at the corner of Robson and Howe.

Saturday, February 11th, 2023

The Comic Strippers – a parody improv comedy show at the ACT Arts Centre in Maple Ridge. For adults ages 19+, the show contains no extreme nudity, just extreme hilarity.
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.)
Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise – Vancouver Boat Parties hosts the event with a buffet dinner and dancing on the Queen of Diamonds which departs from False Creek.
Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special – a multi-sensory musical experience in Kerrisdale where you can enjoy romantic music performed by the Listeso String Quartet under the glow of candlelight.
Beyond Van Gogh – a multimedia art exhibition at the Cloverdale Agriplex in Surrey.
Vancouver Lunarfest – today features an exhibit at Granville Island showcasing natural dye fabric art by a Taiwanese artist. There are also The Lantern City art installations to admire at Jack Poole Plaza and Granville Island.
Comedy at The Improv Centre – live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island. Today features a workshop at 3:30 pm, Theatresports at 7:30 and Single, Not Single at 9:30.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Rum-Running During Prohibition.
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 Events – today’s events include the Level Up: Queer Hip-Hop Dance Party at Eastside Studios and a performance by Preacher Lawson at the House of Comedy.
Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Victoria at the Langley Events Centre.

Tours and Outdoor Adventure Games

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.
Foxtrail Scavenger Hunts – scavenger hunt-style adventures around Vancouver for teams of 2 to 6 players. TIP: Use promo code FOXBESTPLACES and save 10% on the cost of a game.
WildPlay Element Park – first day of the season for the ropes courses, ziplines, axe throwing and a Jump of Fear in Maple Ridge. TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.

Saturday Markets

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.

Outdoor Winter Activities

Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver 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.
Robson Square Ice Skating – free skating at the corner of Robson and Howe.
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.)

Sunday, February 12th, 2023

Beyond Van Gogh – a multimedia art exhibition at the Cloverdale Agriplex in Surrey.
Vancouver Lunarfest – today features an exhibit at Granville Island showcasing natural dye fabric art by a Taiwanese artist. There are also The Lantern City art installations to admire at Jack Poole Plaza and 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. TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Foxtrail Scavenger Hunts – scavenger hunt-style adventures around Vancouver for teams of 2 to 6 players. TIP: Use promo code FOXBESTPLACES and save 10% on the cost of a game.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – in addition to its permanent collection, currently showing is a temporary exhibition about Rum-Running During Prohibition.
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 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.
Super Bowl – the American League Football championships. Games will be watched in homes and sports bars across the continent.
Black History Month Events – today’s events include a screening of The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings at Vancity Theatre and Jazz Vespers with the Marcus Mosley Ensemble at Northwood United Church.

Outdoor Winter Activities

Lower Mainland Ski Hills – for ski conditions and to see how the mountains compare click Vancouver 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.
Robson Square Ice Skating – free skating at the corner of Robson and Howe.
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.)