Celebration of Light
For three nights at the end of July, a major fireworks extravaganza lights up the sky over Vancouver.
Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival
With over 40,000 cherry trees adorning the streets of Vancouver, throngs of visitors descend on the city each spring to take it all in. Festivities include bike rides, viewing tours and arts events.
Vancouver International Jazz Festival
Over 12 days in late June and early July, music fans enjoy seeing an eclectic range of music including jazz, fusion, Latin, funk, blues and world music. As many as 1,800 artists perform 300 shows at nearly 40 venues throughout the story.
DOXA Documentary Film Festival
From 5/1/2025 - 5/11/2025
Dive into the world of documentary storytelling at the DOXA Documentary Film Festival, where filmmakers and audiences converge to explore a diverse array of thought-provoking films. Attendees can participate in screenings, Q&A sessions, and panel discussions that spotlight pressing global issues and innovative storytelling techniques. This festival is an engaging platform for documentary enthusiasts to connect with filmmakers and delve into the impactful narratives that shape our understanding of the world.
AWOLNATION
On 5/6/2025
The LA-based rock band AWOLNATION was formed in 2009 by its lead singer Aaron Bruno. Their most notable hits include the platinum album Megalithic Symphony and its 6x platinum single "Sail" which peaked in the Top 20 of three Billboard charts.
Dean Lewis
On 5/7/2025
Dean Lewis is a singer-songwriter from Australia best known for his seven-time Platinum single "Waves" from 2016 and the eleven-time Platinum number one single "Be Alright" from 2018. His debut studio album A Place We Knew was released in 2019.
Sam Morril
On 5/7/2025
Sam Morril is an American stand-up comedian and actor. Known for his dry, observational humor and self-deprecating wit, Morril is one of the most popular stand-up comedians in the country and has been included in the “Top 10 Comics to Watch” lists from both Variety and Comedy Central.
The Hard Quartet
On 5/8/2025
The Hard Quartet is an experimental jazz and rock band known for their improvisational style and complex compositions. Their music blends elements of progressive rock, fusion, and avant-garde jazz, creating a unique and unpredictable sound. With a focus on musicianship and innovation, they attract fans of adventurous, genre-defying music.
Kevin Nealon
On 5/8/2025
Kevin Nealon is a comedian and actor who was a regular cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1986 to 1995. He later became an actor appearing on projects like the Showtime series Weeds, the stop-motion sitcom Glenn Martin, and also movies like The Wedding Singer and Daddy Day Care.
National Geographic Live
On 5/8/2025
National Geographic Live presents an immersive experience of imagery and storytelling. From the behind-the-scenes stories to the iconic footage brought to life by a symphony orchestra, this live stage production is one not to miss.
Marc Scibilia
On 5/9/2025
Marc Scibilia is a singer-songwriter known for his blend of folk, pop, and Americana influences. His introspective lyrics and warm melodies have earned him comparisons to artists like James Bay and Ben Rector. With a knack for crafting cinematic and emotional songs, he has been featured in major commercials, TV shows, and film soundtracks.
Lights
On 5/9/2025
The singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer, illustrator, and author Lights hails from Canada. Along with releasing multiple charting singles like "Drive My Soul," "Second Go," and "February Air," she has also earned numerous accolades including several Juno Awards.
James Bay
On 5/10/2025
James Bay is a British singer-songwriter known for his soulful voice, intricate guitar work, and heartfelt lyrics. His breakout hit Hold Back The River earned him international acclaim, blending folk, rock, and blues influences. With a distinctive sound and emotional depth, he continues to evolve as an artist, captivating audiences worldwide.
Emo Night Brooklyn
On 5/10/2025
Ethan and Alex, two best friends who grew up listening to music, going to gigs, and throwing incredible parties together, launched Emo Night Brooklyn. The inaugural ENB took place in a crowded basement at a Williamsburg tavern.
Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs. Los Angeles Football Club
On 5/11/2025
Grab your tickets to see the Los Angeles Football Club play.
Steinza
On 5/11/2025
Steinza is an emerging artist blending pop, rock, and alternative influences into catchy, high-energy songs. His music often explores themes of growth, relationships, and self-discovery. With an engaging live presence, Steinza continues to connect with new listeners.
Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds
On 5/11/2025
Erupting from the smoldering ashes of post-punk, Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds have carved a subterranean niche with their brooding ballads and mercurial intensity. This band, led by the enigmatic Nick Cave, deftly wields raw emotion and literary finesse, creating haunting anthems that beckon listeners into the shadows.
SIX
On 5/13/2025
This original new musical is the worldwide sensation that everyone is going wild about. From tudor queens to pop princesses, Henry VIII's six wives take the stage to remix 500 years of historical heartache into an exhilarating celebration of 21st-century lady power.
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit
On 5/13/2025
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit is a six-piece band led by Grammy award winner Jason Isbell. The band name comes from the 400 Unit, a name for one of the psychiatric wards in an Alabama hospital. His second studio album and the band's first album were released for charity.
Matthew and the Atlas
On 5/14/2025
Matthew and the Atlas is an indie-folk project led by British singer-songwriter Matt Hegarty. His music blends poetic lyricism with rich, cinematic instrumentation, drawing comparisons to artists like Bon Iver and Fleet Foxes. With a haunting and atmospheric sound, he has gained a loyal following in the alternative folk community.
Bartees Strange
On 5/14/2025
Bartees Leon Cox Jr., aka, Bartees Strange, is an English-American musician who became a solo artist in 2017 after being with the post-hardcore band, Stay Inside, for two years. His most popular tracks include "Boomer," "Mustang," and "Going Going."
Casey and Diana
From 4/24/2025 - 5/25/2025
Experience a riveting tale, aptly named 'The Handshake of Hope,' centered around the most difficult epoch of the AIDS crisis in 1991. The factual drama draughts inspiration from true events and brings to life outstanding moments shared between the residents of Canada's first independent AIDS hospice, their ever supportive caregivers and a rebel princess; sharing candid messages of community spirit, joy, and resilience in the dreaded pandemics, destined to infuse in theatregoers an air of hope.
Joel Corry
On 5/9/2025
Get ready for a music-fueled night of dance beats and unforgettable melodies with go-to DJ sensation Joel Corry. With remixes and original hits, he'll transport you into an exhilarating sound landscape like no other, promising an unmissable show.
Sonny Fodera
From 5/10/2025 - 5/11/2025
Enjoy a night filled with riveting beats and pulsating rhythms on the Sonny Fodera: North America Tour 2025. Attendees will experience an electrifying mix of deep house and techno, spun by the expert Australian DJ himself.
Vancouver Hong Kong Fair
On 5/11/2025
Unveiling an impressive blend of Eastern and Western cultures, the Vancouver Hong Kong Fair brings an unparalleled experience of all things Hong Kong to Vancouver City. Attendees can explore Hong Kong's diverse arts, fashion, entertainment, food, and businesses, all in one dynamic setting.
Wine Glass Paint Party
On 5/12/2025
Attend a joyous night of originality, transforming ordinary wine glasses into cherry blossom masterpieces, suitable both for seasoned painters and novices aiming to release their artistic flare. Savor an evening swirling with characteristic cider, delectable nibbles, lively conversation, and the charm of Divinity's expert tutelage, always leaving with your crafted keepsakes and the know-how to keep them pristine.
Stars on Ice
On 5/13/2025
Join the world's top figure skaters as they take to the ice for an unforgettable performance in Stars on Ice. With dazzling routines and breathtaking choreography, this event is a must-see for all fans of the sport.
Top Drop Vancouver
On 5/13/2025
The annual grand tasting event brings together a variety of international, terroir-focused wines for attendees to explore and enjoy. It also assures a unique opportunity to meet the passionate personalities behind these fabulous wineries.
Miya Folick
On 5/15/2025
Miya Folick is a folk rock singer and songwriter from Los Angeles whose most popular singles include "Stop Talking" and "Thingamajig."
The Weather Station
On 5/15/2025
The Weather Station is the indie folk project of Canadian singer-songwriter Tamara Lindeman, known for her poetic lyricism and atmospheric sound. Her music blends folk, jazz, and indie rock influences, creating emotionally rich and socially conscious storytelling. With critically acclaimed albums like Ignorance, she has become one of the most respected voices in modern folk music.
Vancouver Etsy Co Spring Pop Up
From 5/17/2025 - 5/18/2025
Get ready to immerse yourself in an array of unforgettable local artisanal experiences. Peruse over 70 local talents offering handcrafted ceramics, unique home goods, fresh food, handpicked designer apparel, unique handmade jewelry, artisanal body care products, original artwork, and more.
Somatic Fascia Yoga Workshop
On 5/17/2025
Dive deep into a somatic yoga session with a seasoned practitioner, uncovering fascinating truths about fascial healing and bodily trauma recovery. Through intuitive, non-linear, non-habitual movements curated for 10 lucky participants, attendees will be shown how to utilize their upper body for Yoga better and learn techniques to regulate their nervous system simply by slowing down.
Sleigh Bells
On 5/17/2025
Based in Brooklyn, Sleigh Bells is a musical duo consisting of Alexis Krauss and Derek E. Miller. Since its formation in 2008, they have been blending elements of hip-hop, pop, punk and metal. Their most popular tracks include "Rill Rill," "Infinity Guitars," and "Crown On The Ground."
New Level Day Party
On 5/18/2025
Party with the New Level squad at the ultimate day party that effortlessly kicks off the summertime festivities. Thriving in rain or shine, attendees get engaged in extensive Dancehall, Reggae, Soca, and Afrobeats hip hop by a trio of DJs on a newly renovated outdoor patio, all whilst partaking in drink specials, including succulent libations of Hennessy, Ciroc, and Heineken, and indulging in food available for purchase.
Dope Lemon
On 5/19/2025
Bringing sultry vibes entwined with laid-back indie music, Dope Lemon delivers its individual twist to the music scene that is a hit with fans of innovative sound. Relish the soulful symphony of striking chords and melodiously tousled lyrics, toned with Dope Lemon's unique and captivating style.
Ziggy Alberts
On 5/22/2025
Blending folk-inspired instrumentation with pop-forward vocals, Ziggy Alberts has earned his spot as one of Australia's leading indie artists. The singer-songwriter displays his lyrical poetry on hit songs like "Runaway," a rollicking song that has more than 80,000,000 listens on Spotify alone.
Jack White
On 5/22/2025
Jack White is a rock singer, songwriter, musician, and producer. Along with being part of The White Stripes and winning twelve Grammy awards, he has also produced chart-topping albums as a solo artist. His popular singles include "Lazaretto," "Love is Blindness," and "Another Way to Die."
Westwood in the Wild
From 5/23/2025 - 5/24/2025
Dive into the world of wild music and immersive performances with the Westwood In The Wild event. Look forward to experiencing an eargasm with extraordinary performances by record-breaking artists like The Funk Hunters, Montricks, Z-Trip, Dirtwire, The Sponges, and Balkan Bump.
Honey Revenge
On 5/23/2025
Honey Revenge is a pop-punk band that infuses elements of alternative rock and emo into their energetic sound. Their music features catchy hooks, emotionally charged lyrics, and a rebellious spirit that resonates with fans of the genre. With a rapidly growing fan base and a bold, modern take on pop-punk, they are a band to watch.
Kicking PancreAS 5K
On 5/23/2025
Kicking PancreAS ushers in a blend of fitness and fun in a lively 5K run and walk opportunity suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Participating attendees will contribute towards essential research against pancreatic cancer, with their zeal further lit up by the addition of finisher medals, running bibs, and other swag, oh, not to forget the glow-in-the-dark gear adorned with purple and creative costumes!
Tender Knee
On 5/24/2025
The Iron Knee and Tender Knee races commence from a starting point in Cleveland Park or Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve and conclude on the magnificent shores of Deep Cove. Participants can anticipate exhilarating trails and the challenge of the infamous Powerline Climb, finally rewarding themselves with chocolate treats and boasting privileges at the scenic finish line.
Leanne Morgan
On 5/24/2025
The comedian Leanne Morgan was a finalist on The Search for the Funniest Mom in America on Nick at Nite and appeared on The View on ABC. Morgan also co-hosted the radio show, Chewing The Fat. She now performs regularly at comedy clubs, art centers, and festivals across the country.
Tequila and Agave Festival
On 5/24/2025
The Tequila and Agave Festival in Vancouver offers a spirited celebration of Mexico's most iconic exports. This vibrant event features live Mariachi music, DJ performances, gourmet food, and a world-class selection of tequilas and agave spirits. Guests can enjoy tastings, engage with expert distillers, and explore the artistry and traditions behind these beloved drinks. Set against the backdrop of Vancouver’s Italian Cultural Centre, the festival promises an unforgettable day of flavor, culture, and community for spirit enthusiasts and travelers alike.
Cheekface
On 5/24/2025
Cheekface is an indie rock band known for their witty, talk-sung lyrics and deadpan humor. Their music combines post-punk and indie influences with a sharp sense of irony, drawing comparisons to artists like Pavement and The Talking Heads. With quirky lyrics and an offbeat charm, they have carved out a unique space in the indie scene.
Julie Kim
On 5/24/2025
The double-nominee of the Canadian Comedy Awards, Julie Kim, is a stand-up comedian who performs across her homeland and the USA. Along with being featured on both national TV and radio programs, she has also worked as a writer for shows like CBC’s The Debaters and Kim's Convenience.
Spot Prawn Festival
On 5/25/2025
Discover the grand celebration of an iconic BC product, spot prawns, at the annual Spot Prawn Festival hosted by the Chefs Table Society of British Columbia. This family-friendly feast offers live cooking demonstrations from top-notch native chefs, a diverse music experience, and an interactive section specially designed for children, making it engaging and fun for all ages.
Vancouver’s Spot Prawn Festival
On 5/25/2025
Every year in Vancouver, seafood enthusiasts flock to the highly anticipated Spot Prawn Festival. The event showcases the city's sustainable seafood scene with fresh spot prawns caught right off the coast. Attendees can enjoy cooking demonstrations, delicious tastings, and the chance to meet local chefs, all while taking in picturesque waterfront views. This event is a must-visit for foodies looking to indulge in the best of British Columbia's seafood offerings.
Vancouver International Children's Festival
From 5/26/2025 - 6/1/2025
Immerse yourself in the joyful atmosphere of the Vancouver International Children's Festival, where families gather to experience a world of storytelling, art, and entertainment. Attendees can enjoy engaging performances, interactive workshops, and creative activities designed to inspire young minds. Throughout the festival, children and adults alike connect through shared laughter and discovery, making cherished memories in a lively, family-friendly setting.
My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult
On 5/26/2025
My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult, often abbreviated as TKK, is an industrial rock band formed in Chicago in the late 1980s. The band gained a cult following for their provocative and flamboyant approach to music, incorporating elements of industrial, electronic, dance, and rock genres.
James Arthur
On 5/26/2025
Experience an intimate performance by British treasure James Arthur as he harmoniously blends elements of pop, rock, Americana, and indie in his widely praised Pisces World Tour. Ready to bare his soul, Arthur reconnects with fans on a world stage after his chart-topping album, unveiling the transformative journey that has shaped his reflective tunes and compelling tales steeped in raw emotion, honesty, and immense personal development.
Alessia Cara
On 5/26/2025
Experience the raw emotion and undeniable soulfulness of Alessia Cara as she takes you on a deep, harmonic journey through the most hidden parts of the heart. An invitation to the beautifully strange thrill of pursuing genuine happiness will echo through melodic, down-to-earth vibes built on her emboldened musical vision in her upcoming fourth album, Love and Hyperbole.
Crumby Comedy
On 5/5/2025
Expect an evening brimming with chuckles at the Rapid Fire Style Stand-Up Comedy Show. Attendees can look forward to an assortment of talented comedians and options of distinctive artisan cocktails.
Jensen McRae
On 5/21/2025
Jensen McRae is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter whose music blends folk, pop, and R&B influences with deeply personal lyrics. Her introspective songwriting explores themes like identity, relationships, and mental health. With her evocative voice and sharp storytelling, McRae has quickly become a rising voice in modern singer-songwriter circles.
Jake Shane
On 5/28/2025
Join Jake Shane, an accomplished folk singer, at his electrifying live performance showcasing his captivating vocal skills and guitar prowess. Dive into the rich aesthetics of alternative country music as Shane showcases his aluminum-string resonator to play his usual captivating blend of intense folk and Americana.
Coco Jones
On 5/30/2025
Coco Jones is a multi-talented singer, songwriter, and actress known for her powerful voice and vibrant performances. She rose to fame with her roles in Disney Channel's Let It Shine and Raising Dion, and has since established herself as a standout R&B artist. With a mix of soulful vocals and contemporary R&B, Coco’s music continues to captivate fans and showcase her versatility as an artist.
Paul Reiser
On 5/30/2025
Paul Reiser is a renowned stand-up comedian best known for his role as Paul Buchman on the hit sitcom "Mad About You." With his witty observations and relatable humor, Reiser has entertained audiences for decades, solidifying his place as a comedy icon.
The Bouncing Souls
On 5/31/2025
The Bouncing Souls are a New Brunswick, New Jersey-based punk band formed in 1989. By the time the national punk rock scene recognized them, they had reintroduced a "pogo" aspect to New Jersey punk rock by playing rapid, lighthearted tunes, a format adopted by many other local bands.
Michael Yo
On 6/1/2025
Michael Yo, a multifaceted comedian, actor, and host, is presenting his latest comedy special, Snack Daddy, cataloging anecdotes from family life to the lives of Asian-American folks. He's also initiating a national comedy tour stretching across over 30 cities, bringing to life the humor-striking elements from his real-life experiences and stories, cleverly woven into the fabric of sociocultural scenarios.
Bumrun Vancouver
On 6/1/2025
Bumrun is a charitable endeavor that focuses on bringing light to colon cancer prevention through engaging, community-focused 5K walk and run events, encouraging healthy lifestyles while raising funds for essential support, research, and outreach programs. One gets to make a noticeable difference in helping tackle a critical health issue highlighted with Canada's high colon cancer rates, merely by enrolling, participating, and engaging in personal fundraising endeavors associated with the event.
The Wiggles
On 6/1/2025
The Wiggles are an internationally beloved children's entertainment group from Australia known for their catchy songs, bright colors, and engaging live performances. Since forming in 1991, they have entertained generations of kids with classics like Fruit Salad, Hot Potato, and Rock-a-Bye Your Bear. With their educational yet fun approach, they remain one of the most successful children's music acts of all time.
