It may be a short week, but that doesn’t mean that it’s not packed with outdoor festivals, night markets, art battles, magic shows, and more. Here are 10 of the best things to do in and around Vancouver this week (May 20-23).
Canada’s first and only all-vegan market kicks off with its first beachside night market of the year this week at Locarno Beach. Visitors can peruse dozens of tasty 100 per cent plant-based food vendors, local artisans, and enjoy live music by the water.
When: Thursday, May 22, 2025
Where: Locarno Beach
Cost: $4 minimum donation
Champions of Magic is one of the most successful magic shows in history, and its all-new touring show features mind-bending illusions that will have you stumped for weeks. The interactive night of showmanship, humour, and groundbreaking magic is well worth the splurge.
When: Tuesday, May 20 to Thursday, May 22, 2025
Where: 630 Hamilton St.
Cost: $77.75+
The Biltmore Cabaret is hosting a live Art Battle on Friday, May 23, 2025, where 12 local artists will go head-to-head in three rounds of 20-minute painting sessions. The audience votes to decide who advances in the competition and who will be crowned the Art Battle Champion.
When: Friday, May 23, 2025
Where: 2755 Prince Edward St.
Cost: $14 to $21 per person
Throughout this week and the month of May, the Vancouver Art Gallery is celebrating Asian Heritage Month with a whole host of events showcasing the diversity of Asian cultural expression, from Punjabi and Mandarin art tours to weaving workshops.
When: Now until May 26, 2025
Where: 750 Hornby St.
Cost: $35 for GA
Vancouver Rise FC kicks off its very first season this week, and you won’t want to miss it. The new women’s soccer club is bringing high-energy matches to the field starting this Tuesday, May 21, 2025.
When: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Where: 6100 Boundary Rd., Burnaby
Cost: $34.44
Former guitarist and lead singer of rock duo the White Stripes, Jack White, has skyrocketed his solo career, and he’s bringing his new No Name Tour to Vancouver on Thursday, May 22, 2025.
When: Thursday, May 22, 2025
Where: 868 Granville St.
Cost: $460
The Langley Events Centre is transforming from May 23 to 25, 2025, for the Sinagtala Basketball Festival, organized by Sunset on Fraser, the same organizers behind the Lapu-Lapu Day Block Party.
When: May 23 to May 25, 2025
Where: 7888 200th St., Langley Township
Cost: Free admission
The North Shore Light Opera Society and Presentation House Theatre are hosting a magnificent night of Mozart’s Magic Flute, the story reimagined in a corporate, technical world.
When: Now until Sunday, May 25, 2025
Where: 333 Chesterfield Ave., North Vancouver
Cost: $20 to $30 per person
The beloved Shipyards Night Market will be back every Friday starting May 16, 2025, with a delicious array of food truck eats, live DJ sets, and a beer garden. Each night market will take place from 3 to 10 p.m. at Shipbuilders Square.
When: Every Friday from May 16 to September 12, 2025
Where: The Shipyards, North Vancouver
Cost: Free admission
The Improv Centre has a new comedy show featuring one lucky improviser looking for love. Inspired by the hit reality series The Bachelor, the show is created entirely by suggestions from the audience, meaning no two nights will be the same.
When: Fridays and Saturdays from Thursday, April 17, to May 31, 2025
Where: 1502 Duranleau St.
Cost: $35 per person
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