The Asian-themed Richmond Night Market is Metro Vancouver’s biggest and most amazing night market, and the largest of its kind in North America.
The Lower Mainland’s other major night market is the Shipyards Night Market in North Vancouver. The event on the North Shore takes place on Fridays between May and September. It too is exceptional, and admission is free (unlike the market in Richmond which costs about $8.50 for adults). The Shipyards Night Market also features nightly concerts and a beer garden. There is also the White Rock Night Market which happens once a month on a Friday between May and September.
This article contains the following information about the Richmond Night Market:
When is the Market? | Admission and Location | Tips & Advice | Other Information
Richmond’s Asian Night Market
The Richmond Night Market is open from the end of April until the Thanksgiving weekend. The season usually begins towards the end of April and runs until around mid-October. The market celebrates its 26th year in 2026.
The Richmond Night Market is one of Metro Vancouver’s best places in general, but especially for shopping, East Asian culture and Oriental festival-style foods. It’s the closest thing to an authentic Asian night market outside of Asia, and highly recommended (unless you don’t like large crowds, Asian food or having to pay to access a shopping district).
There is sometimes live entertainment on the market’s Main Stage. The performances can range from dance to martial arts to music and more.
As part of the 25th anniversary celebrations in 2025, a new attraction was added to the market: a zipline. The ticketed 600-foot zipline carried riders over the market stalls on four side-by-side cords.
When is the Market?
The market runs from Fridays to Sundays, starting in late April until mid-October. 2026 dates are to be confirmed.
The Richmond Night Market is open on every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, plus all holiday Mondays. The market’s hours are from 7:00 pm until 12:00 am on Fridays, Saturdays and stat holiday Sundays. Hours on regular Sundays and stat holiday Mondays are from 7:00 pm and 11:00 pm.
Admission and Location
The market features dozens of ethnic food stalls, millions of Chinese-made trinkets and gadgets, Asian clothing and tons of energy.
Admission costs about $8 for people ages 7 to 59. Children under age 7 and adults ages 60+ have free admisison.
Visitors can also purchase a Zoom Pass. This VIP ticket allows users to skip the line and enter through an express entry when they arrive at the market. The pass costs around $35. It’s also transferable so it can be shared with friends and family.
The Richmond Night Market’s address is 8351 River Road. It’s close to the Bridgeport SkyTrain station and River Rock Casino Resort in Richmond.
Tips & Advice
Below is some advice to help you make the most of your visit to the Richmond Night Market.
TIP #1: Try to arrive early to get parking right at the site and before the lineup at the ticket counters as it gets too ridiculous.
TIP #2: If you plan to visit the Richmond Night Market several times over the course of the summer, in addition to the Zoom Pass, consider getting a Sweet Deals Coupon Book. When available, the book is either at the entrance or inside at the information booth. Inside the book are dozens of coupons for discounts at the market’s various retail and food vendor merchants.
Other Information
Check out the Richmond Night Market’s official website for more information.
Check out our article about Vancouver Night Markets for details about similar places, including the market in North Vancouver and the Fort Langley Night Market,
Other articles that might be of interest include the following:
- Vancouver’s Best Places for Shopping
- Vancouver Japan Market
- The City of Richmond
- Richmond’s Best Restaurants
- Lower Mainland History & Culture
- Best Vancouver Places on a Budget
- Vancouver’s Festivals & Events Calendar
