Listen to the Ray Grover Show Fridays at 3:40pm and 5:40pm to find out What’s Up This Weekend in the Lower Mainland!
Royal Canadian International Circus
What: Step right up to the mesmerizing world of the 2025 Royal Canadian International Circus! Prepare for a spellbinding journey filled with a diverse array of thrilling acts, a visual feast of high production value; and an interactive extravaganza that promises an unforgettable experience for all. Join us under the big top for a circus adventure like no other in 2025!
When: May 15-19
Where: Under the big top at Lansdowne Centre 5300 Number 3 rd, Richmond
More details: https://www.royalcanadiancircus.ca/buy/richmond
Europa Super Circus
What: Europa Super Circus features world class artists from all over the globe, and featuring International tight-wire acrobat, Geoffrey Berhault, Jose Ponce Ramos on the Wheel of death and the ALL-STAR FMX Ultimate Circus riders. Witness high flying aerialists, dizzying roller skaters and comedic clowns all presented by Europe’s best circus artists promises to be a must see for everyone!
When: May 15-18
Where: Under the Big Top at 45323 Hodgins ave, Chilliwack
More details: https://supercircus.com/
Made in the 604 Summer Night Market
What: Join us for waterfront strolls, yummy local treats, and handmade finds from your favourite small businesses. Plus, the Kids Zone is back to keep the little ones entertained while you shop, snack, and soak in the summer vibes.
When: Every Friday 5-10pm, on now until September 12
Where: Pipe Shop Venue 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
More details: https://www.madeinthe604.ca/markets
Shipyards Night Market
What: Discover the vibrant atmosphere of the Shipyards Night Market, nestled in the heart of North Vancouver. Every Friday night, locals and visitors gather at the Shipyards District to indulge in a culinary extravaganza, explore unique artisan vendors, enjoy live music and DJ’s while unwinding in the beer garden.
When: Every Friday 3-10pm, on now until September 12
Where: The Shipyards 19 Wallace mews, North Vancouver
More details: https://shipyardsnightmarket.com/
Vancouver Canadians vs Everett Aqua Sox
When: May 16-18
Where: Nat Bailey Stadium 4601 Ontario st, Vancouver
More details: www.canadiansbaseball.com
Surrey Slam Jam
What: Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Surrey Slam Jam! This event is packed with exciting workshops and activities that are sure to leave you feeling inspired and energized. Whether you're a budding artist, a dance enthusiast, or a music lover, the Surrey Slam Jam has something for everyone. Join us for great prizes, special guest appearances, and more!
When: Saturday May 17, 12-8pm
Where: Guildford Recreation Centre 15105 105th ave, Surrey
More details: https://www.surrey.ca/news-events/events/surrey-slam-jam
Garden Tea Festival
What: The upcoming Garden Tea Festival aims to create a space where tea enthusiasts can come together to learn, connect and immerse themselves in the rich traditions and cultures of tea at an authentic Chinese garden. With the theme Tea for All, this tea festival will be accessible, educational, and fun!
When: Saturday May 17, 10am-5pm
Where: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden 578 Carrall st, Vancouver
More details: https://vancouverchinesegarden.com/events/
East Meets West – A Musical Fusion of Cultures
What: East Meets West is an exceptional musical event presented by the Iranian Arts Centre in collaboration with the New Westminster Symphony Orchestra. This remarkable concert unites the rich melodies of Eastern traditions with the grandeur of Western symphonic music, offering an unforgettable celebration of cultural harmony.
When: Saturday May 17, 7:30pm
Where: Massey Theatre 735 8th ave, New Westminster
More details: https://www.masseytheatre.com/event/east-meets-west/
Vancouver FC vs. HFX Wanderers
When: Saturday May 17, 5pm
Where: Willoughby Community Park at the Langley Events Centre 7782 200th st, Langley
More details: https://vancouverfc.canpl.ca/schedule/2024/VFC/home
Glam Retro Skate Party
What: Join us every weekend at Rolla Skate Club and experience a vibrant atmosphere of music, dancing, joyful movement, and a welcoming community that celebrates fun and connection through roller skating!
When: Saturday evenings, 5-7pm all ages, 8-11pm 19+
Where: Rollerland PNE Fairgrounds 2901 East Hastings st, Vancouver
More details: https://rollaskateclub.com/events/
World Deaf Hockey Ice Championship
What: The 4th World Deaf Ice Hockey Championships will be held at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada. This prestigious event brings together the world's top deaf hockey talent for an unforgettable competition.
When: On now until May 17
Where: 6066 Thunderbird blvd, Vancouver
More details: https://wdihc2025.ca/
Playland: Unlocked – Opening Weekend
What: Get ready to Play Your Way as we officially kick off the summer season with Playland Opening Weekend, happening May 17+18, 2025! We’re going BIG this year — from live DJs and interactive experiences to our first-ever Plushie Hunt (with huge prizes including a MacBook Air, iPad Air, PS5, Playland Season Passes, and more). Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, a foodie, a selfie pro, or just here for the vibes — this is your moment to unlock the fun.
When: May 17 - 18
Where: PNE Fairgrounds 2901 East Hastings st, Vancouver
More details: https://www.pne.ca/playland/2025unlocked/
Vancouver Etsy Co Spring Pop Up Market
What: Join us for an extraordinary weekend showcasing over 70 of BC's finest local artisans and small businesses! The Vancouver Etsy Co's Spring Pop-Up Market transforms the historic Pipe Shop Venue into a vibrant marketplace where creativity meets community.
When: May 17 – 18, 11am-5pm
Where: Pipe Shop Venue 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
More details: https://vancouveretsyco.com/markets/
Broadway Across Canada presents: SIX: The Musical
What: From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the six wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st-century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over!
When: On now until May 18
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre 630 Hamilton st, Vancouver
More details: https://vancouver.broadway.com/
Art’s Club Theatre presents: Casey and Diana
What: It’s 1991, the peak of the AIDS crisis. Casey House, Canada’s first freestanding AIDS hospice, receives uplifting news: Diana, Princess of Wales, will be making a historic visit. Inspired by true events, this powerful drama reminds us of how community, joy, and compassion can persist, even in the face of an overwhelming pandemic. Experience the transformative moments between Casey House residents, their heroic caregivers, and a rebel princess—and leave the theatre more hopeful.
When: On now until May 25
Where: Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage 2750 Granville st, Vancouver
More details: https://artsclub.com/shows/2024-2025/casey-and-diana
ITSAZOO and Pacific Theatre present: Meeting
What: Welcome to Co-Dependents and Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous. In an empty church activity room, five people share their stories and try to connect in the face of stigma, intersecting trauma, and wildly disparate experiences. When a participant expresses an unanticipated desire, the group must evaluate the limits of their tolerance, trust, and acceptance. The audience joins the Meeting in real time, staged in the Chalmers activity room at Pacific Theatre.
When: On now until June 7
Where: Pacific Theatre 1440 West 12th ave, Vancouver
More details: https://pacifictheatre.org/show/meeting/
Burnaby Central Railway Miniature Train
What: A fabulous miniature railway, that tens of thousands of people get to enjoy every year. A unique park in North Burnaby that has become a favourite destination for families, children, seniors, and visitors from around the world. Where the delight of a young child, taking a train ride for the first or tenth time, is met with a smile by a crew member, who volunteers his or her time to make it all happen.
When: Weekends, 11am-5pm, on now until October
Where: 120 North Willingdon ave, Burnaby
More details: https://bcsme.org/
Richmond Night Market
What: We’re turning 25, and it’s all thanks to you! Richmond Night Market 2025 is celebrating a Summer of Love to give back and show our heartfelt appreciation for your support over the past 25 incredible years. Get ready for our most exciting and love-filled season yet! With 500+ global food options, 100+ retail booths, giant bouncy castles, live performances, and endless games, there’s excitement at every turn.
When: Weekends, on now until October 13
Where: 8351 River rd, Richmond
More details: https://richmondnightmarket.com
Value: Rebecca Belmore at the MOA
What: For more than four decades, Rebecca Belmore has been a force for change through her embodied artistic practice. Her work confronts the dominant narratives and social structures of colonialism, and implicates us all in her concern with the social realities of Indigenous experience of capital.
When: On now until October 19
Where: Museum of Anthropology 6393 NW Marine dr, Vancouver
More details: https://moa.ubc.ca/exhibition/value/
Nuxalk Strong: Dancing Down the Eyelashes of the Sun
What: In the world’s first-ever dedicated exhibition of the Nuxalk, co-curated by Snxakila–Clyde Tallio (Nuxalk Nation, Director of Culture and Language) and Jennifer Kramer (MOA Curator, Pacific Northwest), Nuxalk ways of knowing are being shared with the world. Nuxalk Strong brings together over 60 Nuxalk historic treasures drawn from the MOA collections, other museums, private and family collections.
When: On now until January 5, 2026
Where: Museum of Anthropology 6393 NW Marine Drive, Vancouver
More details: https://moa.ubc.ca/exhibition/nuxalk-strong/
Kihl ‘Yahda Christian White: Master Haida Artist
What: This exhibition is the first major solo exhibition of Haida artist Kihl ‘Yahda, Christian White. Guest curated by Sdahl Ḵ'awaas, Lucy Bell, also of the Haida Nation, the exhibition features artworks that span the entirety of Christian’s 50-year career, as well as collaborative works from several of his apprentices.
When: On now until February 1, 2026
Where: Bill Reid Gallery 639 Hornby st, Vancouver
More details: https://www.billreidgallery.ca/blogs/exhibitions-page/kihl-yahda-christian-white-master-haida-artist
Farmers Markets:
Fort Langley Village Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, on now until December 6, 9am-3pm
Where: 9025 Glover rd, Fort Langley
More details: https://fortlangleyvillagefarmersmarket.org/
West End Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, on now until Oct 25, 9am – 2pm
Where: 1100 Comox st between Bute and Thurlow, Vancouver
More details: www.eatlocal.org
Trout Lake Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, on now until Oct 25, 9am-2pm
Where: North parking lot of John Hendry Park, Lakewood dr at 13th ave, Vancouver
More details: www.eatlocal.org
Riley Park Summer Farmers Market
When: Saturdays, on now until Oct 25, 10am – 2pm
Where: 50 East 30th ave at Ontario st, Vancouver
More details: www.eatlocal.org
Mount Pleasant Farmers Market
When: Sundays, on now until October 26, 10am – 2pm
Where: Dude Chilling Park 8th ave at Guelph st, Vancouver
More details: www.eatlocal.org