The long weekend has arrived, Vancouver! Whether you’re choosing to observe Valentine’s Day in the traditional sense, indulge in some quality self-care, or hit the town with your loved ones, there’s plenty to check out this weekend. From live music to a Family Day brewery crawl, here are 12 of the best things to do in and around Vancouver this weekend (February 14-17).
Tango Voyage – Cafe Lokal
This cozy Kitsilano cafe is hosting a special jazz night in honour of Valentine’s Day called “Tango Voyage,” a show curated by jazz singer Martina Govednik and pianist Kinza Tyrrell. The show will blend the sounds of opera, tango, and Cuban rhythms.
When: Friday, Feb. 14, 2025
Where: 2610 West 4th Avenue
Cost: $20-25
Shipyards Brewery District Family Day Crawl 2025
From noon to 9 p.m. on Family Day, the Shipyards Brewery District is hosting a crawl and offering $3 off your first drink at each brewery, cidery, and distillery you visit! Tickets to participate are $3 a pop, so the more you crawl, the more you save.
When: Monday, Feb. 17, 2025
Where: Shipyards Brewery District
Cost: $3 per ticket, with your first drink at each establishment $3 off.
Sponsored pick: The Arbutus Room
The Arbutus Room is a stunning oceanfront restaurant with stunning views overlooking beautiful Brentwood Bay on Vancouver Island. Savour fresh and flavourful dishes, paired with phenomenal wines and cocktails picked by our award-winning Sommelier. Diners rave about the food quality, wonderful service and a lovely atmosphere. This is an adults-only dining experience, with live music on Friday & Saturday nights.
When: Open for breakfast and dinner
Where: 849 Verdier Avenue, Brentwood Bay
Just For Laughs
Just For Laughs is Western Canada’s largest comedy festival, and starting Thursday, Feb. 13, a whole roster of talented comedians across genres (stand-up, live podcasts, improv, sketch, and more) are performing at venues across the city.
When: Thursday, Feb. 13 to Feb. 23, 2025
Where: Venues across Vancouver
Cost: Varies per show
Big Bang Festival
Music on Main, Roundhouse Community Arts, and Zongo Compagnie have put together the first-ever Big Bang Festival, which offers families the chance to spend time together in an immersive, fun-filled setting, with mini-concerts, interactive activities, and more throughout the day, for children aged five and up.
The festival starts at noon on Sunday, Feb. 16 and wraps up at 5 p.m.
When: Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025
Where: 181 Roundhouse Mews
Cost: Free and ticketed events
Love Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge
You don’t have to be coupled up to enjoy the transformed Capilano Suspension Bridge for Valentine’s Day. Walk high above the forest floor with a loved one and commemorate your visit with some fun pics under the K.I.S.S.I.N.G Tree or themed light displays.
When: Now until Feb. 23, 2025
Where: 3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver
Cost: $59.95 to $66.95 per adult
Sponsored pick: FVDED In The Park
FVDED In The Park returns to Holland Park on July 4 and 5, 2025, featuring headliners Tiesto, Zedd, Kaytranada, Disclosure and 56 additional dance music artists. This two-day outdoor event is 16+ with 19+ VIP and features four stages with a little something for everyone, celebrating all genres of dance music. You can officially snag your tickets!
When: July 4 and 5, 2025, tickets now on sale
Where: 13428 Old Yale Road, Surrey
Cost: 2-day GA passes starting from $229.99
Britannia Shipyards
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Friday, Feb. 14 to Monday, Feb. 17, families can check out the preserved heritage buildings of Richmond’s boatbuilding and fishing era. There will also be hands-on activities, crafts, and a scavenger hunt at the Seine Net Loft.
When: Friday, Feb. 14 to Monday, Feb. 17, 2025
Where: 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond
Cost: Free admission
The Rec Room Granville
Ready for nachos, margs, mini golf, arcade games, and throwing axes? You can indulge in all of these at the newly opened Rec Room Granville, which kicks off Valentine’s Day with a gaming offer: When you buy $100 in gaming credits, you get 10 free games for your next visit!
When: Friday, Feb. 14 to March 31, 2025
Where: 855 Granville Street
Cost: Varies per game
Steveston Tram Visit
Between Friday, Feb. 14 and Monday, Feb. 17, families can visit the famed Steveston Tram, a restored tramcar and one of the originals that ran on Richmond’s interurban railway. At the museum, there will be interactive displays and a mini-tram paper craft to take home, as well as souvenir photo-ops with the museum’s tram conductor dress-up costumes!
When: Friday, Feb. 14 to Monday, Feb. 17, 2025
Where: 4011 Moncton Street, Richmond
Cost: Free admission
Richmond Children’s Arts Festival
The 16th annual Richmond Children’s Arts Festival at the Richmond Library/Cultural Centre has a bit of everything, including music, hands-on fun, literary and performing arts, and more. The day-long festival includes free performances as well as a few select paid registered classes.
When: Monday, Feb. 17, 2025
Where: 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond
Cost: Free admission
Vancouver Maritime Museum
The Vancouver Maritime Museum invites families and maritime enthusiasts to a free-to-access Family Day event on Monday, Feb. 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with activities for all ages. Enjoy live performances by singer and stilt walker Peter G-G, explore the craftsmanship of The Blue Cabin and the Oarlock & Sail Wooden Boat Club, and meet members of the Canadian Coast Guard.
When: Monday, Feb. 17, 2025
Where: 1905 Ogden Avenue
Cost: Free admission
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