Latest Events in Vancouver(April Updated)

The BMO Vancouver Marathon is an annual event held on the first Sunday of May each year in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. As Canada's second largest international marathon, it has a certified running distance of 26 miles and is 385 yards long. Named a top 10 destination marathon by Forbes and the "most exotic" marathon by CNN for its stunning beauty and scenic route, the BMO Vancouver Marathon will take runners through parks, neighborhoods and bustling city streets during its 42.2 km course. Enjoy fresh air beside natural beaches and against the backdrop of the surrounding mountains.

Join us for a fun, social 4K shakeout run along Vancouver's stunning downtown seawall – the perfect way to kick off BMO Marathon weekend! Starting from Vancouver Convention Centre East (999 Canada Place, @ the 5 Sails), this scenic out-and-back route is open to runners of all levels – no marathon bib required! 💥 Event Details: 🕗 Check-in: 8:00 a.m. 🏁 Run starts: 8:30 a.m. 📍 Meet outside Vancouver Convention Centre East (Pan Pacific – 5 Sails entrance) Led by local run leaders from FitFirst, LadySport and The Right Shoe, we’ll kick things off with a dynamic group warm-up before heading out to stretch the legs, shake off the nerves, and enjoy the energy of race weekend. ☕ After the run, head into the HOKA booth at the Health, Sports & Lifestyle Expo for coffee and delicious post-run treats from Purebread, plus your chance to win awesome draw prizes! Come celebrate our city, support our incredible running community, and get inspired for race day – or just enjoy a great morning with fellow runners. This is a free event but registration is required to participate. Information Source: The Right Shoe Events | eventbrite

Riopelle: Crossroads in Time is a retrospective exhibition that covers 50 years of Jean Paul Riopelle’s creative production. Organized by the National Gallery of Canada to mark the centenary celebration of Riopelle’s birth, the exhibition brings together paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints and collages by the artist. The presentation features artworks drawn from 20 private and public collections and includes a number of significant works, as well as works that have not been previously exhibited. Curated by art historian and independent researcher Sylvie Lacerte, the exhibition highlights one of the most significant Canadian artists of the twentieth century.

The Weeknd and Playboi Carti are set to electrify Vancouver with an unforgettable performance at BC Place on July 16, 2025, at 7:00 PM. This highly anticipated event promises to be a night of unparalleled musical talent, featuring The Weeknd's signature blend of R&B and pop, alongside Playboi Carti's innovative hip-hop beats. Located in the heart of Vancouver, BC Place offers a state-of-the-art venue that will enhance the concert experience for all attendees. With ticket prices starting at an accessible 50 CAD, this event is expected to draw a massive crowd, eager to witness these two powerhouse artists share the stage. Don't miss the chance to be part of this monumental evening in Vancouver's vibrant music scene.

This Bar, That Cigar! $85 bucks for a Cigar and 4 cocktails.... YUP! Space is limited to 60 Come join us for a Sunday of indulgence at The Boxcar Patio! Get ready to unwind with your favorite drink in hand and a feature premium cigar to puff on from our sponsor Revolucion Cigars. This event is all about relaxation and good vibes with great people. Whether you're a seasoned cigar aficionado or just looking to try something new, this is the perfect opportunity to kick back and enjoy yourself. 4 Feature cockails: Dillons Gin Flor de Cana Run Jura Scotch Whiskey Herradura Tequila Information Source: The Boxcar Cocktail Dive | eventbrite

In its exhibition design, Emily Carr: Navigating an Impenetrable Landscape draws out the question of the opening and closing-off of space in Carr’s landscapes by contrasting a densely hung group of paintings with sparsely hung later works that depict an open horizon. Ironically, many of the spatially open works are open precisely because they depict landscapes that had been recently subject to clear-cut logging. This exhibition uses the spatial metaphor of closeness to and distance from nature to probe Carr’s thinking about the forests she painted. It will also examine how Carr’s representation of some Indigenous subjects—particularly villages and totem poles set within landscapes—sit in relation to the dense forest and what this might suggest, given the late 19th- and early 20th-century tendency to conflate Indigenous cultures with nature.

In its exhibition design, Emily Carr: Navigating an Impenetrable Landscape draws out the question of the opening and closing-off of space in Carr’s landscapes by contrasting a densely hung group of paintings with sparsely hung later works that depict an open horizon. Ironically, many of the spatially open works are open precisely because they depict landscapes that had been recently subject to clear-cut logging. This exhibition uses the spatial metaphor of closeness to and distance from nature to probe Carr’s thinking about the forests she painted. It will also examine how Carr’s representation of some Indigenous subjects—particularly villages and totem poles set within landscapes—sit in relation to the dense forest and what this might suggest, given the late 19th- and early 20th-century tendency to conflate Indigenous cultures with nature.

Lucy Raven: Murderers Bar is the first major presentation of work by multidisciplinary artist Lucy Raven in Vancouver and the artist’s largest exhibition in Canada to date. Based in New York, Raven (b. 1977) works in installation, photography, video, drawing and sculpture to examine historic and contemporary representations and narratives of the American West. The exhibition takes its name from Raven’s newest work Murderers Bar (2025), the third installment in a series of moving-image installations and related works called The Drumfire. Co-commissioned by the Vancouver Art Gallery and The Vega Foundation, it features an ensemble of sculptural elements and a video, projected vertically on a tall, free-standing aluminum structure in the gallery space. Created between 2023 and 2025, the video centres around the recent removal of a century-old, concrete gravity dam along the Klamath River in Northern California—the biggest dam removal project in American history. The exhibition also presents previous and related works—including a selection from Raven’s series Depositions (2024) and Casters X-2 + X-3 (2021)—that provide further context to her practice and a broader appreciation of her ongoing investigations and visual language. The arc of these works reveals the intermingling of nature and technology; the frequent interrelation of military and entertainment applications; and the impact of these forces on lived experience. Together, the works in this exhibition provide a timely glimpse into the expanding field of Raven’s vision—the push and pull between human intervention and the more-than-human forces of nature and the physical world. The exhibition explores objectivity, subjectivity and perception, from individual and discrete elements of history, technology and the popular imagination to the broader sweep of geological and physical forces that define experience over millennia. This exhibition is part of the 2025 Capture Photography Festival Featured Exhibitions Program. Murderers Bar is co-commissioned and jointly acquired by the Vancouver Art Gallery and The Vega Foundation.

Lucy Raven: Murderers Bar is the first major presentation of work by multidisciplinary artist Lucy Raven in Vancouver and the artist’s largest exhibition in Canada to date. Based in New York, Raven (b. 1977) works in installation, photography, video, drawing and sculpture to examine historic and contemporary representations and narratives of the American West. The exhibition takes its name from Raven’s newest work Murderers Bar (2025), the third installment in a series of moving-image installations and related works called The Drumfire. Co-commissioned by the Vancouver Art Gallery and The Vega Foundation, it features an ensemble of sculptural elements and a video, projected vertically on a tall, free-standing aluminum structure in the gallery space. Created between 2023 and 2025, the video centres around the recent removal of a century-old, concrete gravity dam along the Klamath River in Northern California—the biggest dam removal project in American history. The exhibition also presents previous and related works—including a selection from Raven’s series Depositions (2024) and Casters X-2 + X-3 (2021)—that provide further context to her practice and a broader appreciation of her ongoing investigations and visual language. The arc of these works reveals the intermingling of nature and technology; the frequent interrelation of military and entertainment applications; and the impact of these forces on lived experience. Together, the works in this exhibition provide a timely glimpse into the expanding field of Raven’s vision—the push and pull between human intervention and the more-than-human forces of nature and the physical world. The exhibition explores objectivity, subjectivity and perception, from individual and discrete elements of history, technology and the popular imagination to the broader sweep of geological and physical forces that define experience over millennia. This exhibition is part of the 2025 Capture Photography Festival Featured Exhibitions Program. Murderers Bar is co-commissioned and jointly acquired by the Vancouver Art Gallery and The Vega Foundation.

Lucy Raven: Murderers Bar is the first major presentation of work by multidisciplinary artist Lucy Raven in Vancouver and the artist’s largest exhibition in Canada to date. Based in New York, Raven (b. 1977) works in installation, photography, video, drawing and sculpture to examine historic and contemporary representations and narratives of the American West. The exhibition takes its name from Raven’s newest work Murderers Bar (2025), the third installment in a series of moving-image installations and related works called The Drumfire. Co-commissioned by the Vancouver Art Gallery and The Vega Foundation, it features an ensemble of sculptural elements and a video, projected vertically on a tall, free-standing aluminum structure in the gallery space. Created between 2023 and 2025, the video centres around the recent removal of a century-old, concrete gravity dam along the Klamath River in Northern California—the biggest dam removal project in American history. The exhibition also presents previous and related works—including a selection from Raven’s series Depositions (2024) and Casters X-2 + X-3 (2021)—that provide further context to her practice and a broader appreciation of her ongoing investigations and visual language. The arc of these works reveals the intermingling of nature and technology; the frequent interrelation of military and entertainment applications; and the impact of these forces on lived experience. Together, the works in this exhibition provide a timely glimpse into the expanding field of Raven’s vision—the push and pull between human intervention and the more-than-human forces of nature and the physical world. The exhibition explores objectivity, subjectivity and perception, from individual and discrete elements of history, technology and the popular imagination to the broader sweep of geological and physical forces that define experience over millennia. This exhibition is part of the 2025 Capture Photography Festival Featured Exhibitions Program. Murderers Bar is co-commissioned and jointly acquired by the Vancouver Art Gallery and The Vega Foundation.

Vancouver's Underground Pop-Up Art Show is BACK on May 1st, 2025. Come experience one of the largest pop-up art movements to hit North America over the past decade. Celebrating over 10 years of serving FREE PANCAKES and introducing you to some of the nation's leading emerging artists. • Over 75+ local artists exhibiting over 300+ pieces of artwork • FREE All-U-Can-Eat Pancakes • Live Audio Performances from local DJs and Music Producers • Live Body Painting & Art • 19+ EVENT • 7pm - Midnight • $20 General Admission (Limited) • $25 General Admission (Day of Show - Door) Follow us on Instagram @pancakesandbooze #pancakesandbooze Are you a local artist looking to exhibit your work? Please visit our website (www.pancakesandbooze.com/submit) to submit your artwork or email us at info@pancakesandbooze.com for further information. ABOUT The Pancakes & Booze Art Show: The LA based event originated in 2009 and has since popped up more than 500 times in 35+ cities around Europe & North America. Batter sizzles, beer foams, and canvas lines the walls from ceiling to floor as hundreds, sometimes thousands, of revelers indulge in endless pancakes. This is no stuffy wine-and-cheese, pretentious, someone-gag-me art event. It’s an innovative reimagining of the art show concept. A welcoming vibe for up-and-coming artists to sell and strut their stuff in a free verse, anything goes environment. Instagram @ pancakesandboozeArt Submissions: www.pancakesandbooze.com/submit Email: info@pancakesandbooze.com NO REFUNDS. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. Under NO circumstance will refunds or credits for future events be issued. This ticket does NOT guarantee immediate entry. Entry is based on the capacity of the venue when you arrive. Entry is first come first serve, regardless if you've bought a ticket online or at the door. It's a popular event, so arrive early to avoid waiting in line! The art is on exhibit until Midnight, but the bar typically stays open later. The event has the right to end earlier or extend later depending on the size of the crowd. Information Source: The Pancakes & Booze Art Show | eventbrite

3rd Global Conference on Hospitality and Tourism Management (GCHTM) - May 16 -18, 2025 - Vancouver, Canada As the Hospitality and Tourism industry continues to evolve, the 3rd Global Conference on Hospitality and Tourism Management offers an unparalleled platform to address the critical issues shaping its future. Hosted by Global Conference Alliance Inc., this premier event focuses on pivotal themes, from integrating cutting-edge technologies to fostering sustainability in the travel and tourism sector. Recognized as one of the best 2025 events for Hospitality Management, the conference is set to attract professionals and innovators worldwide. It provides attendees with the opportunity to engage in thought-provoking discussions, share insights, and exchange best practices for advancing the industry. Whether you're looking to book an international Tourism Management conference or delve into the latest trends in hospitality, this event stands out as a must-attend gathering. Taking place in Vancouver, a hub for tourism excellence, this event highlights the city's reputation for hosting top Tourism Management events. Designed to encourage networking and knowledge-sharing, it also emphasizes the role of collaboration in shaping a resilient and inclusive future for the industry. For professionals seeking to attend an upcoming Hospitality Management conference in Canada, this event provides the added benefit of offering an invitation letter for visa applications. As such, it represents an invaluable opportunity for those aiming to expand their global networks and stay ahead in their field. Don't miss your chance to be part of this transformative event and contribute to redefining the future of Hospitality and Tourism management. Conference Date: May 17, 2025 Program Schedule : Saturday, May 17, 2025, 2025 (Conference Day) – Registration, opening speech, keynote speech, and technical sessions. Terms & Conditions : Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable. Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation, meals, and transportation during the conference. After completing the registration and verifying your successful payment, a regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days. Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50 . Information Source: Global Conference Alliance Inc. | eventbrite

Written in Clay presents a history of ceramics made in British Columbia told through the collection of John David Lawrence. Featuring more than 300 objects, it examines the materials and processes artists utilized in relation to the context in which studio ceramics arose and developed in the region. The exhibition features three interconnected sections: influence and inspiration; form and function; and artist spotlights that highlight important figures whose work and legacies altered the direction of ceramic arts in BC. Celebrating 35 artists, Written in Clay establishes the mentors, interlocutors, societies and schools that made up a vast clay community in the region from the 1930s to the early 2000s. This exhibition will be accompanied by a publication.

Join us for an evening of hope with Co-Founders Ian & Janine Maxwell, to celebrate the completion of our Project Canaan Academy Primary School in Eswatini, Africa and to support the upcoming Project Canaan Academy High School building project. Through great conversations and a delicious dinner, we invite you to be a part of our students' journeys. Next year marks the first graduating class from PCA Primary, and therefore, the first cohort of students entering PCA High School. We'd like to celebrate this milestone with you. Visit our website heartforafrica.ca to learn more about our Education initiative at Project Canaan in Eswatini, Africa. Follow us on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn ! Information Source: Heart for Africa (Canada) | eventbrite

Get ready for an unforgettable evening on July 26th aboard the M.V. ABITIBI! Join us for a spectacular dinner cruise featuring the Annual Vancouver Fireworks Show. This extraordinary night is your exclusive invitation to experience the magical combination of fine dining and an electrifying fireworks display. Revel in the unique atmosphere while taking in Vancouver's breathtaking vistas - a truly unparalleled experience. Boarding commences at 6:30 PM , allowing you ample time to settle in for our 4-hour journey, enhanced with an additional hour for boarding. We set sail promptly at 7:30 PM, promising an evening filled with unforgettable memories. Live music and DJ to keep the vibe energetic On-deck bar offering a range of premium drinks. Professional photographers to capture your magical moments. A tantalizing double-entrée buffet-style dinner, including the Admirals Fleet Dinner Menu and a dessert buffet.( Dinner Included With Ticket - See Menu Below For more info) Experience the fireworks from an incredible viewpoint as you enjoy your favorite drinks and dance to top-40 music. Please note that an adult must accompany passengers under age. Book now to secure your place for this sensational summer event! All Sales Are Final! No Refund. Follow us on Instagram: @VancouverCruises For more info: www.vancouvercruises.com / 604-681-2915 / Info@vancouvercruises.com Experience the pinnacle of summer events with our Firework Dinner Cruises! Information Source: VancouverCruises.com | eventbrite

Multiple Realities: Experimental Art in the Eastern Bloc, 1960s–1980s is an extensive survey of experimental art made in six Central Eastern European nations between the 1960s and 1980s. Including both rarely seen and newly reconstructed works, the exhibition weaves together a complex story of artists questioning how, when and where art could exist, and exploring the varied meanings it might hold for society. Despite their geographical proximity, the artists featured in the exhibition encountered different conditions for daily life and artmaking, as they confronted varying degrees of control and pressure exerted by state authorities. Charting a generation invested in experimentation, Multiple Realities sheds light on ways that artists refused, circumvented, eluded and subverted official systems. Often infused with wit and irony, the works on view demonstrate both conceptual and formal innovation, often underpinned with an unfettered spirit of adventurousness.

Riopelle: Crossroads in Time is a retrospective exhibition that covers 50 years of Jean Paul Riopelle’s creative production. Organized by the National Gallery of Canada to mark the centenary celebration of Riopelle’s birth, the exhibition brings together paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints and collages by the artist. The presentation features artworks drawn from 20 private and public collections and includes a number of significant works, as well as works that have not been previously exhibited. Curated by art historian and independent researcher Sylvie Lacerte, the exhibition highlights one of the most significant Canadian artists of the twentieth century.

Riopelle: Crossroads in Time is a retrospective exhibition that covers 50 years of Jean Paul Riopelle’s creative production. Organized by the National Gallery of Canada to mark the centenary celebration of Riopelle’s birth, the exhibition brings together paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints and collages by the artist. The presentation features artworks drawn from 20 private and public collections and includes a number of significant works, as well as works that have not been previously exhibited. Curated by art historian and independent researcher Sylvie Lacerte, the exhibition highlights one of the most significant Canadian artists of the twentieth century.

Postcards from the Heart: Selections from the Brigitte and Henning Freybe Collectioncelebrates the Freybes’ contributions as patrons of the arts, collectors and longtime supporters of the Vancouver Art Gallery.Comprising a selection ofmore than 30 paintings, sculptures, photographs, films and works on paper,Postcards from the Heartis a tribute to the couple’s deep engagement with modern and contemporary art andreflects the depth of the Freybes’ collecting with works from the 1960s to today. Over the last four decades, the Freybes’ collection has grown to include some of the most important artists working in the last fifty years, including post-war American artists Robert Rauschenberg and Frank Stella; leading contemporary artists Julie Mehretu and William Kentridge; and work by major Canadian artists Rodney Graham and Jeff Wall. While the Freybe collection is diverse and wide-ranging, at its core, it honours the creativity and knowledge that artists produce.

Lucy Raven: Murderers Bar is the first major presentation of work by multidisciplinary artist Lucy Raven in Vancouver and the artist’s largest exhibition in Canada to date. Based in New York, Raven (b. 1977) works in installation, photography, video, drawing and sculpture to examine historic and contemporary representations and narratives of the American West. The exhibition takes its name from Raven’s newest work Murderers Bar (2025), the third installment in a series of moving-image installations and related works called The Drumfire. Co-commissioned by the Vancouver Art Gallery and The Vega Foundation, it features an ensemble of sculptural elements and a video, projected vertically on a tall, free-standing aluminum structure in the gallery space. Created between 2023 and 2025, the video centres around the recent removal of a century-old, concrete gravity dam along the Klamath River in Northern California—the biggest dam removal project in American history. The exhibition also presents previous and related works—including a selection from Raven’s series Depositions (2024) and Casters X-2 + X-3 (2021)—that provide further context to her practice and a broader appreciation of her ongoing investigations and visual language. The arc of these works reveals the intermingling of nature and technology; the frequent interrelation of military and entertainment applications; and the impact of these forces on lived experience. Together, the works in this exhibition provide a timely glimpse into the expanding field of Raven’s vision—the push and pull between human intervention and the more-than-human forces of nature and the physical world. The exhibition explores objectivity, subjectivity and perception, from individual and discrete elements of history, technology and the popular imagination to the broader sweep of geological and physical forces that define experience over millennia. This exhibition is part of the 2025 Capture Photography Festival Featured Exhibitions Program. Murderers Bar is co-commissioned and jointly acquired by the Vancouver Art Gallery and The Vega Foundation.

Join Us In Recognizing The Achievements of The INSPIRE Leadership Certificate Class of 2025! Theme : “What Are You Waiting For” Exploring the connection of leadership and the community, the INSPIRE Leadership students spearheaded a combination of events involving the community, as well as committing to a weekly two-hour non-credit course. Join us as they reflect on community and social responsibility, communication, and their personal experiences with the highs and lows of active leadership through short TED Talks style (with a twist) presentations. Location : Corpus Christi College (5935 Iona Drive) Parking : Rose Garden Parkade (https://parking.ubc.ca/rose-garden-parkade) or North Parkade at UBC (https://parking.ubc.ca/north-parkade) Information Source: Corpus Christi College & St. Mark's College | eventbrite

get ready for a night of nonstop laughter and a setlist you'll love! whether you're here for hilarious comedy, live music, or good food & drinks, this is one event you won't want to miss ~ no plus ones? no problem - bring friends or come solo to support your local artists :) who's on? The Cat's Meow Comedy Show - featuring two local comics! check them out @thecatsmeowcomedy The Influence - an up and coming vancouver band playing greatest hits from the 80s to now! when? 05.03.2025 9:00pm to late where? join us at Addah - a himalayan influenced restaurant located in chinatown an easy 15-minute walk from both stadium chinatown and main street science world station and conveniently located to multiple buses (07, 16, 19, 22, 20) going to and from downtown. a late night food menu and bar will be available until late for your enjoyment! Information Source: eventbrite

The BMO Vancouver Marathon is an annual event held on the first Sunday of May each year in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. As Canada's second largest international marathon, it has a certified running distance of 26 miles and is 385 yards long. Named a top 10 destination marathon by Forbes and the "most exotic" marathon by CNN for its stunning beauty and scenic route, the BMO Vancouver Marathon will take runners through parks, neighborhoods and bustling city streets during its 42.2 km course. Enjoy fresh air beside natural beaches and against the backdrop of the surrounding mountains.

This Opening Cermoney will launch our festival, showcasing the rich and diverse cultural heritage of Asian communities through art displays, music, and performances. Talented artists from Chinese, Iranian, Pakistani, Turkish, and Indian communities will share their traditions and artistic expressions. If you are one of the following below helping for this event. Please reach out to office.vahms@gmail.com introducing yourself, and we will get back shortly with promocodes for discounted prices: Media Worker Artists Guests of Media Workers or Artist Past VAHMS board members You can also use "EARLYENTRY" as promo code for Opening Cermoney for discounted price of $35. Please note that this code is effective only until April 30th, 2025. Information Source: Vancouver Asian Heritage Month Society | eventbrite

Experience VFS’s industry program & your future as a Sound Designer. VFS All Access Pass is your exclusive backstage access to VFS’s industry-leading Sound Design program and a chance to experience your future creating sound that drives film, television, games, and beyond. You’ll meet our faculty, tour our state-of-the-art production centre, experience demos in ADR, foley, & sound mixing, and more. EVENT DETAILS: Date: Saturday, May 10, 2024 Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. PDT Location: 400 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1L1 Learn more here: https://vfs.edu/events/vfs-all-access/sd . Watch our 2024 Showreel to discover how VFS is your creative velocity. Information Source: Vancouver Film School | eventbrite