10 of the best things to do in and around Vancouver this weekend (Jan. 23-25)

Another weekend has rolled around, and it’s shaping up to be a sunny one once again! From morning disco to the Offspring concert, to the Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Fest, here are 10 of the best things to do in Vancouver this weekend (Jan. 23-25).

Get ready for a legendary night on the town, because punk-rock icons The Offspring are bringing their world tour to Rogers Arena this weekend, alongside special guests Bad Religion. Known for anthems like “Pretty Fly (For a White Guy) and “Come Out and Play,” the band has certainly made its mark on the genre multiple times over.

When: Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: 800 Griffiths Way
Cost: $63.60+

Vancouver’s beloved Hot Chocolate Fest is back and in full swing, and you have almost a month to enjoy a variety of warm, decadent sips at cafes and bakeries across Metro Vancouver. This year, there are 234 different flavours and 100 vendors to choose from.

When: Jan. 17 to Feb. 14, 2026
Time: Opening hours vary by location
Where: Participating locations across Metro Vancouver
Cost: Free admission

DanceHouse and The Cultch present the North American premiere of Paradisum, an immersive, haunting show by Bence Vági that fuses contemporary dance, circus acts, and physical theatre. The show comes to Vancouver all the way from Hungary, where a contemporary circus company, Recirquel, has created a story like no other.

When: Jan. 21 to 24, 2026
Time: 8 p.m. from Jan. 21 to 24, and at 2 p.m. on Jan. 24, 2026
Where: 600 Hamilton St. 
Cost: $40.75

This weekend, the Canucks are up against the Pittsburgh Penguins, and it’s sure to be a nail-biter. Time to don your blue and white!

When: Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026
Time: 3 p.m.
Where: 800 Griffiths Way 
Cost: $100.86+

Morning party, anyone? Mount Pleasant Vintage and Provisions is hosting a groovy dance class at 11:15 a.m. this coming Sunday, which will be followed by a day party complete with specialty tea and coffee by Slothee Coffee. Plus, partial proceeds will go towards the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project, according to the event page.

When: Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 67 West 6th Ave. 
Cost: $17.31

THIS Gallery has a new exhibit by visual artist Carrie Walker called Stick Drawings, an exploration of time, impulse, and the surprising meanings that emerge when we focus on meticulous details. Her work shifts attention to something seemingly inanimate: a stick, but in her detailed drawings, each stick becomes “a miniature landscape” of imprints of insects, weather, decay, and time.

When: Opening reception on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026
Time: Noon to 4 p.m.
Where: 108 East Broadway (alley entrance)
Cost: $17.31

Founded over two decades ago, B.C.’s signature cultural event (PuSh) is a mid-winter celebration of all things bold and creative. The showcase brings together local, national, and international artists alike for a series of immersive shows and workshops, and there are all kinds of mediums and subject matters to explore.

Ticket prices vary per show, but you can snag a four or six-show pass to take advantage of any handful that catch your eye.

When: Jan. 22 to Feb. 8, 2026
Time: Various showtimes
Where: Locations across Vancouver
Cost: Varies per show, or $120 for a four-show pass or $165 for a six-show pass

You’ve got two more days to catch this fun show at the Improv Centre on Granville Island, which has a show called New Year, New Me that turns your 2025 moments into a comedic narrative full of laughs. So get ready to laugh at those embarrassing, strange stories before letting them go the best way we know how.

When: Fridays and Saturdays until Jan. 24, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: 1502 Duranleau St. 
Cost: $31.50 per person for regular admission

Canada’s largest food and drink festival is nearly back, and there are hundreds of participating restaurants to choose from this year. The festival showcases curated, fixed-price menus spanning everything from inventive seafood plates to vegan fare, to a dumpling festival. The festival is a great way to check out a new dining hotspot or place you’ve had your eye on for a while without breaking the bank.

When: Jan. 21 to Feb. 8, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: 1502 Duranleau St. 
Cost: $15 to $25 per person

Metro Vancouver’s largest free outdoor winter lights display is in Coquitlam, and it features a 1.6 km lit pathway lined with adorable holiday displays. Running until Feb. 16, 2026, you’ve got plenty of time to check it out.

The City of Coquitlam recommends visiting on weekdays or during off-peak hours, between 6 and 8 p.m., for the best viewing experience.

When: Open daily until Friday, Feb. 16, 2026
Time: 4 to 11 p.m.
Where: 1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Cost: Free

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