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Vancouver International Wine Festival
What: The Vancouver International Wine Festival, Canada’s premier food & wine event, has three mandates: to provide an informative, educational and entertaining wine experience for public and trade; to be a premier marketing opportunity for the wine industry and festival partners; and to raise funds for the Bard on the Beach Theatre Society.
When: March 12-14
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre East 999 Canada pl, Vancouver
More details: https://vanwinefest.ca/
BC Home and Garden Show
What: Whether you’re joining us with a specific project in mind or just looking for some inspiration, our local home professionals have you covered. With 400+ booths to explore and several unique feature displays to enjoy, this is a valuable event for all Vancouver homeowners.
When: March 12-15
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre West 1055 Canada pl, Vancouver
More details: https://www.bchomeandgardenshow.com/
Arts Club Theatre presents: Franklinland
What: Sure, Benjamin Franklin may have been one of the greatest scientific minds of all time, but that totally did not make him a great dad. What was it like to be the only son of this legend in his own time? Pressure, much? With contemporary wit and a sharply critical perspective, this irreverent comedy satirizes Franklin and his prodigious vanity, poking at the tension that grows between cherished ideals—of family, of an American republic—and their imperfect reality.
When: March 12 – April 5
Where: Lindsay Family Stage at Granville Island 1585 Johnston st, Vancouver
More details: https://artsclub.com/shows/2025-2026/franklinland
The Chan Centre presents: Omar Sosa & Seckou Keita SUBA Trio
What: With music spanning the Atlantic, SUBA Trio is a collaboration between four-time Grammy-nominated composer and pianist Omar Sosa and Senegalese kora master and singer Seckou Keita, featuring Afro-Venezuelan percussionist Gustavo Ovalles. In celebrating their shared ancestral connection to Africa, musical traditions meet like long-lost family, and the Trio creates an unforgettable soulful sound.
When: Friday March 13, 7:30pm
Where: Telus Studio Theatre 6265 Crescent rd, Vancouver
More details: https://chancentre.com/events/omar-sosa-seckou-keita-suba-trio/
Celtic Fest Vancouver
What: CelticFest Vancouver returns celebrating Irish Heritage Month and 22 years of unforgettable Celtic music, dance, and culture in the heart of Vancouver. From lively performances to community celebrations, this three-day festival brings the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day to life across multiple venues in the city. It’s where tradition meets today—honouring rich cultural roots while creating new memories for the next generation.
When: March 13-15
Where: Various venues in Vancouver
More details: https://www.celticfestvancouver.com/celticfest-events/
Terminal City Table Top Convention
What: Entering its 13th year, Terminal City Tabletop Convention (TCTC) is a celebration of all things tabletop gaming. Featuring over 3,500 sq m (38,000 sq ft) of gaming space, and a board game library of over 700 games, TCTC has something for everyone. Whether you’ve been playing tabletop games for years or you’re new to the hobby, you are welcome at TCTC!
When: March 13-15
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre West 1055 Canada pl, Vancouver
More details: https://terminalcitycon.ca/
Hoppy Heights
What: Hop on over to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s Hoppy Heights for egg-citing Spring Break adventures. The Park will feature special Easter-themed activities, seasonal photo opportunities, and family-friendly fun – the perfect way to kick-start spring.
When: March 14 – April 6
Where: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park 3735 Capilano rd, North Vancouver
More details: https://www.capbridge.com/events/hoppy-heights/
Roller Derby Double Header and Family Skate
What: Come join us for an action-packed evening of roller derby! It'll be a showdown that is not to be missed! Get ready to witness two thrilling matches back-to-back, filled with fast-paced jams, hard hits, and impressive footwork! Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the sport, this event promises excitement and entertainment for all. Join us after the bout for a rock n' rollin' skate party that is not to be missed with DJ extraordinaire def3!
When: Saturday March 14, 5:30-10pm
Where: Rollerland PNE Fairgrounds 2901 East Hastings st, Vancouver
More details: https://www.rollaskateclub.com/events-calendar
Vancouver Giants vs Victoria Royals
When: Saturday March 14, 7pm
Where: Langley Events Centre 7888 200th st, Langley
More details: www.vancouvergiants.com
Vancouver Canucks vs Seattle Kraken
When: Saturday March 14, 7pm
Where: Rogers Arena 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
More details: www.canucks.com
Vancouver Goldeneyes vs Ottawa Charge
When: Saturday March 14, 12pm
Where: Pacific Coliseum 100 N Renfrew st, Vancouver
More details: https://www.thepwhl.com/en/teams/vancouver-goldeneyes
Abbotsford Canucks vs Henderson Silver Knights
When: Saturday March 14, 7pm
Where: Abbotsford Centre 33800 King rd, Abbotsford
More details: https://abbotsford.canucks.com/
Abbotsford Canucks vs Henderson Silver Knights
When: Sunday March 15, 4pm
Where: Abbotsford Centre 33800 King rd, Abbotsford
More details: https://abbotsford.canucks.com/
Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Minnesota FC
When: Sunday March 15, 1:30pm
Where: BC Place 777 Pacific blvd, Vancouver
More details: https://www.whitecapsfc.com
Recurring:
Vancouver International Dance Festival
What: Every year VIDF turns our beautiful city into a vibrant hub for dance, where raw, kinetic, and experimental works take centre stage. Presenting contemporary dance from all forms and cultures, this year’s festival features provocative and inspiring artists from five continents. There’s something for everyone at VIDF 2026. You’ll leave feeling transformed.
When: On now until March 14
Where: Roundhouse Arts and Rec Centre 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver
More details: https://vidf.ca/
Taste of the Tri-Cities
What: Come join us for the Taste of the Tri-Cities festival and savour the culinary delights of our local food and beverage establishments. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to experience the diverse and delicious offerings our community has to offer! Explore, dine and discover the unique tastes that make the Tri-Cities a culinary destination!
When: On now until March 15
Where: Various restaurants in the Tri-Cities
More details: https://www.tri-local.ca/taste-of-the-tri-cities
Arts Club Theatre presents: The Golden Anniversaries
What: Join the Goldens as they recount the good, the bad, and the ugly of spending half a century together. From the writer of Bed and Breakfast and The Birds and the Bees, The Golden Anniversaries is a comedy-drama about marriage, memory, and a long-term love for the ages.
When: Touring now until March 27
Where: Various theatres in the lower mainland
More details: https://artsclub.com/shows/on-tour/2025-2026/the-golden-anniversaries
MOA presents: Entangled Territories
What: Entangled Territories: Tibet Through Images reimagines Tibet by showing how it has been represented historically by outsiders, and how Tibetans themselves now present and talk about Tibet. This exhibition highlights the importance of Tibet’s rich cultural heritage as well as its current political context. Developed in collaboration with Tibetan Canadian community members and artists, the exhibition showcases Tibet and Tibetans through their own lenses and voices.
When: On now until March 29
Where: Museum of Anthropology 6393 NW Marine dr, Vancouver
More details: https://moa.ubc.ca/exhibition/entangled-territories/
MOA presents: Jaad Kuujus: Everyone Says I Look Like My Mother
What: Tracing the ancient threads of Northwest Coast weaving and spinning practices through the technologies of today, Jaad Kuujus’s art moves between generations, time, place, and mediums. Beyond the creation of replicas, her interconnected digital and material practice gives rise to descendant works — woven embodiments of kinship with the belongings, materials, and ancestors that inspire them.
When: On now until March 29
Where: Museum of Anthropology 6393 NW Marine dr, Vancouver
More details: https://moa.ubc.ca/exhibition/jaad-kuujus/
Every River Has a Mouth
What: Guided by the concept of the river as a physical and symbolic connector, Every River Has a Mouth highlights the deep cultural, linguistic, and artistic relationships between the Interior and Coast Salish peoples. The exhibition brings together 13 artists working in sculpture, printmaking, textiles, painting, and mixed media, featuring leading Salish artists Susan Point and Angela George, alongside established and emerging artists.
When: On now until February 14, 2027
Where: Bill Reid Gallery 639 Hornby st, Vancouver
More details: https://www.billreidgallery.ca/blogs/exhibitions-page/every-river-has-a-mouth
Farmers Markets:
Riley Park Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, on now until March 28, 10am – 2pm
Where: 50 East 30th ave at Ontario st, Vancouver
More details: www.eatlocal.org
Kitsilano Winter Farmers Market
When: Sundays, on now until April 26, 10am – 2pm
Where: 10th ave at Larch st, Vancouver
More details: www.eatlocal.org