Cloverdale Rodeo
CLOVERDALE RODEO & FAIR IS HAPPENING SOON!
The Cloverdale Rodeo takes place on the Victoria Day Long Weekend of May 17th to 20th. Got your tickets yet? For details about the event, see our article at https://vancouversbestplaces.com/events-calendar/festivals-and-events/cloverdale-rodeo/
What's your favourite part about the Cloverdale Rodeo? The amusement rides, lumberjack shows, concerts, food, the smiles on your kids' faces, rodeo competitions or enjoying the other entertainment with friends?
Headliner musicians in 2024 include 54•40 and the Chris Buck Band. Other great artists include the Dave Hartney Band, Appaloosa, Moonshine Mollys, Johnny Bootleg, Jackson Hollow, Whiskey Blind, Annika & The Earthlings, Eagle Eyes, Cassandra Leone, Venus & Mars, Antonio Larosa, Pat Calihou, Holly Graham, Courtney Hunt and many others.
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CHOIRS, CONCERTS & SHOWS IN VANCOUVER
There are lots of fabulous choirs and other performing arts groups in the Lower Mainland. We went to two choir performances and a Jazz concert this past weekend and all were fabulous. To learn about other events coming up in the weeks ahead, see our article at https://vancouversbestplaces.com/entertainment/vancouver-shows-and-entertainment-calendar/
The concert in this video clip was with the Laudate Singers, Paragon Singers, a Baroque Orchestra and conductor Lars Kaario at West Vancouver United Church on Saturday. Aren't they terrific! We'd never been to one of their concerts before, but are so glad we did!
On Sunday, we also saw the EnChor Choir at Pacific Spirit United Church in Vancouver. They were also exceptional. Whereas the concert on Sunday featured Baroque classics by Bach and Handel from the early 1700s, the EnChor Choir sang classical tunes as well, but also some folk and contemporary pieces (including one each by Sting and Coldplay).
Also this weekend, one of us went to the concert at the Annex in downtown Vancouver with the Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble. It was Jazz and our staff person and his family loved it! They said the music was awesome! The concert was part Vancouver's Asian Heritage Month celebrations and featured local musicians as well as a touring band from Korea.
There are more concerts coming up soon with other fabulous choirs and music groups including Chor Leoni, the VAM Symphony Orchestra, United Voices Choir, Vancouver Oratorio Society Choir and other groups.
In addition to choir concerts, in May there are circus shows, a PAW Patrol Live event and live theatre shows (including Mary Poppins at the Massey Theatre). As you'll see in our calendar, there are also live music events with Jazz.
The Lower Mainland is full of talented musicians. Check out some of these groups, experience new forms of music, and see what you like!
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Chilliwack Party in the Park
CHILLIWACK PARTY IN THE PARK IS THIS WEEKEND!
A food truck festival is happening today at Central Community Park in Chilliwack. For details, see https://vancouversbestplaces.com/events-calendar/food-truck-festivals/greater-vancouver-food-truck-festival/chilliwack-food-truck-event/
Chilliwack Party in the Park features food trucks, artisan vendors, kids' activities, live entertainment and a beer garden. Admission is free! Performing at the event today are Dog Daze, Lounge Hounds, Retrobot and the Calvin Rempel Band.
The video in this post shows scenes of the event from yesterday (May 4th). The food and fun continue today! There is also another food truck festival event next weekend too, at the BCIT campus in Burnaby.
TIP: If you are heading to the event from Metro Vancouver, to make the trip extra worthwhile, drop by the Botanica Tulip Festival or Greendale Acres on your way. Both are in Chilliwack and are just off the highway. The tulips are pretty much over, but the farm at Botanica is still open, but with FREE admission. You can even go for a ride on their Ferris Wheel for free!
Greendale Acres is an amazing kid-friendly farm attraction. There are so many fun things for children to do there, from seeing farm animals to playing on a giant jumping pillow! Work up an appetite on the play structures and then head to Central Community Park for the food trucks!
Today is the last day of the season for Chilliwack Party in the Park and the Botanica Tulip Festival. After today, your last chance to visit Greendale Acres before August is next weekend.
There are so many fun things to do in Chilliwack this weekend!
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Royal Canadian Circus
CIRCUS ACTS IN METRO VANCOUVER THIS WEEK
The Royal Canadian International Circus is in Surrey every day until May 12th. It's also in Richmond from May 16th to 20th. The acts you'll see are amazing! (TIP: Use the promo code VANSBESTPLACES and get two general admission tickets for the price of one!) For details, see https://vancouversbestplaces.com/royal-canadian-family-circus/
This video shows scenes of the circus from its first day in Surrey this year. Featured in the video are the Bollywood Aerialists, Joseph Dominik Bauer & the Wheel of Destiny, Argentinian unicyclist Pacusito Videla, Chu Chuan – Ho Diabolo, and the Zenman Duo with their rollerblading and quick-change tricks. Also in the video are the Fernandez Motorcyclists & the Globe of Death!
The circus shows are highly recommended! We loved every moment of it, as did all the people around us. Take your family and invite your friends!
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Cool Blues Show in Fort Langley
COOL BLUES SHOW IN FORT LANGLEY IN JULY
One of the best places for Jazz and the Blues this summer will be at the Cool Blues Show in Fort Langley on July 26th. It's part of the Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival (which is an awesome event)! For details about the festival, see https://vancouversbestplaces.com/fort-langley-jazz/
This video shows a scene from Fort Langley Community Park during the Cool Blues Show last year when the band The Harpoonist & the Axe Murderer were playing.
Headliner bands at the event this year are Kenny “Blues Boss” Wayne, Rick Estrin & The Nightcats, Miss Emily, Silent Partners, and Tom Lavin & the Legendary Powder Blues. What an incredible night it's going to be! If you like the Blues, you won't want to miss this event!
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR RIBFEST IN PORT MOODY!
Looking for a fun, tasty and worthwhile volunteer opportunity? Then consider helping out at Port Moody Ribfest. It’s a fantastic event that raises funds for awesome causes!
For info about the event and volunteer opportunities, visit https://vancouversbestplaces.com/events-calendar/festivals-and-events/port-moody-ribfest/
Port Moody Ribfest is hosted by the Rotary Club of Port Moody which is an incredible organization. The event takes place on July 19th to 21st this year and it’s not possible without the work of lots of volunteers.
The family-friendly event features live music, barbecued rib vendors and other fun things to see and do.
If helping out at one of the Lower Mainland’s top events this summer sounds like fun, you should apply to help soon.
Volunteering couldn’t be more enjoyable and rewarding!
(Note: The band you'll see in this video is Perfectly Petty.)
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Human Cannonball at Royal Canadian Circus
CIRCUS AND HUMAN CANNONBALL
Have you ever seen a human cannonball before? How about a live performance by an act from America's got talent? You can see these and other great acts at the Royal Canadian International Circus in May! For details, see https://vancouversbestplaces.com/royal-canadian-family-circus/
The Royal Canadian International Circus is in Surrey at Guildford Town Centre from May 2nd to 12th and in Richmond at Lansdowne Centre from May 16th to 20th.
TIP: If you use the promo code VANSBESTPLACES when buying general admission tickets online you’ll get two tickets for the price of one. That works out to only around $22 per ticket (including taxes)!
This video clip shows a scene of daredevil Leo Garcia the Human Cannonball flying through the air at the Royal Canadian International Circus a few years ago. He's back again in 2024!
Note: Not all acts appear in all performances. Both Leo the Human Cannonball and the Zeman Duo of America’s Got Talent rollerblading and quick-change fame are expected at the shows in Metro Vancouver. We can't wait to see them! How about you! Got kids or grandkids who'll love to go with you?
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BRITISH CAR SHOW AT VANDUSEN GARDEN IN MAY
"The Greatest Show on British Wheels" takes place at VanDusen Botanical Garden on May 18th. If you like classic, vintage and collectible vehicles, especially British ones, you won't want to miss this event! It's amazing! For details, see https://vancouversbestplaces.com/all-british-field-meet/
Hundreds of classic British vehicles will be at VanDusen Garden on the Saturday of the Victoria Day Long Weekend. There will be Triumphs, Jaguars, Austins, Minis, MGs, Lotuses, Rovers, Aston Martins, McLarens, Rolls-Royces, Bentleys and more! It's such an awesome event, and at such a beautiful venue!
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COQUITLAM COMMUNITY FEST IS THIS WEEKEND!
The Greater Vancouver Food Truck Festival hosts Coquitlam Community Fest this weekend, on the Saturday and Sunday of April 27th and 28th. Admission is free! For details, see https://vancouversbestplaces.com/events-calendar/food-truck-festivals/greater-vancouver-food-truck-festival/coquitlam-food-truck-festival/
The event happens at Town Centre Park in Coquitlam. It includes live music, craft activities for kids, market vendors and lots of food trucks.
The video clip in this post shows a scene from a Greater Vancouver Food Truck Festival event at Town Centre Park a few years ago. It was a fun and tasty affair, and this month's event will be too!
Participating food trucks this weekend include Baba’s House, Bao Buns, Big Chip Truck, Dosamigosyvr, Fusion Icy, Hug Donuts, Indish Food Truck, KamponFooTruck, Mama’s Fish and Chips, Momsgrilledcheesetruck, Planted Love, REEL Mac And Cheese, Shameless Buns, Slavic Rolls, Street Dogs, Teriyaki Boys, The Mad Greek Food Truck, The Truckin' BBQ, Twisted Potato Express, Wings and others, plus a number of artisan vendors.
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NACAC INT'L UNIVERSITIES FAIR - VANCOUVER ON APRIL 27TH
Know any high school or university students wanting to learn about post-secondary opportunities in Canada and abroad? Then be sure they know about the NACAC International Universities Fair at the Vancouver Convention Centre on April 27th. For details see https://vancouversbestplaces.com/events-calendar/festivals-and-events/vancouver-universities-fair/
The NACAC International Universities Fair- Vancouver hosts over 100 universities from Canada, the United States, the UK, Australia and other countries. The event is an excellent opportunity for high school students to explore what is out there in terms of post-secondary choices. Some of North America’s and the world’s top universities will be there, and admission is free for students and their families!
At the fair students can meet representatives from dozens of top universities, learn about their programs, and ask questions. There are also workshops on a range of topics including how Canadian universities make admission decisions, things to know about applying to American colleges, and how to fund your post-secondary education. There are also workshops about specific fields of study including medicine, engineering and other subjects. Mark your calendars and tell your friends!
The video in this post shows scenes from last year's event. Note: Participating schools vary each year and some of the ones featured in this video might not be back this year. Over 100 other ones will be though!
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CONGRATULATIONS SUN RUN RUNNERS!
What an incredible day for a race! Wasn't it nice out there! Even the dinosaurs had fun! Now that you're trained and in tip-top shape, what's the next event you're going to do? Don't stop now! Running is so much fun, and so good for you too! For a list of other races, see https://vancouversbestplaces.com/events-calendar/vancouver-running-races/
This video shows what the Vancouver Sun Run looked like today. Were you one of the tens of thousands of people wearing a fancy blue shirt today? Know anyone who did? Do you recognize anyone in the video? Did you see the dinosaurs?
There are lots of running races in Vancouver over the course of the year, and a number of them are extra fun (and not nearly as crowded as the Vancouver Sun Run).
If you want to do a family-friendly, non-competitive run, ones to check out include the Big Jungle Run (in May), Big Superhero Run, Big Pirate Run, Big Halloween Run and Big Elf Run, plus a couple of other great events in the Big Fun Run Series.
Try Events is another awesome series of runs which includes fun ones (like the Rubber Ducky Race) and tasty ones (like the Vancouver Chocolate Run). More serious runs with Try Events later this year that you can start training for now include the Boundary Bay Marathon (which also has 5K, 10K and half marathon options) and the Vancouver Historic Half (with its 5K, 10K and half marathon routes). All of these events are terrific, and good for people of most ages and abilities!
You've done the Vancouver Sun Run! Way to go, but don't stop there! Sign up for your next race soon! With most races, the earlier you register, the cheaper it is (and the more time you have to train)!
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EVENTS AND WHERE TO STAY AT THE SHIPYARDS
Our favourite place to stay overnight in North Vancouver is the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier. A number of terrific events are happening at the Shipyards this month including a craft beer & music festival, a large coffee-themed event, and birthday celebrations for Dutch royalty. If you plan to attend any of these events and don't want to drive home afterwards, or you just want a mini staycation, consider spending the night at the Pinnacle. For details about the hotel, see our article at https://vancouversbestplaces.com/north-shore/north-vancouver/lower-lonsdale/north-vancouver-pinnacle-hotel/
Lots of fabulous events happen in the Shipyards District on the North Shore. Over the next week or so, for example, there is the Brewhalla Beer & Music Festival (on April 19th), The Trail of Coffee event at the Pipe Shop (on April 20th), and the Dutch Network’s King’s Day festivities (on April 27th). Those are all terrific affairs! There are lots of other great events in the neighbourhood in spring too, including the Shipyards Night Market on Fridays beginning in May.
Want to make a night out of your visit to the North Shore? Don’t want to drive home after a few drinks (whether that be beer or lots of coffee)? Want a staycation in one of the Lower Mainland’s nicest and most interesting neighbourhoods? Then consider a night or two at the Pinnacle at the Pier.
There is so much to see and do in the Shipyards District including shopping at Lonsdale Quay and visiting museums like MONOVA and the Polygon Gallery. There are several wonderful restaurants in the area too, including the Lobby at the Pinnacle and the Pier 7 right on the water!
This video shows scenes from our stay at the Pinnacle last year. It was lovely! As you'll see, the hotel has a really nice indoor pool. The views from upper rooms on the south side of the hotel are also amazing! We give the Pinnacle 5 out of 5 stars for tourists, but also for locals wanting a stay
CELEBRATE FRIDAY WITH BEER AT THE SHIPYARDS!
Brewhalla North Vancouver is today! Over 30 craft breweries are on site at the Shipyards! There is also live music, food trucks and sunshine! What a fabulous way to start the weekend! For details, see https://vancouversbestplaces.com/vancouver-breweries-and-beer/brewhalla-beer-festivals/brewhalla-beer-festival-north-vancouver/
This video shows what the event looked like last year. As you'll see, it's very popular and a ton of fun! It's also a great way to sample new brews and discover new favourites!
(TIP: Use the promo code SAVE10 and save 10% on admission!)
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Pacific Arts Market
EVENTS AT PACIFIC ARTS MARKET THIS WEEKEND
Pacific Arts Market is an art gallery and gift store on West Broadway. It's a terrific place to find local, BC-made art. It's also where Comedy Night, the Beautiful BC Art Fair & Parents' Night Out take place on April 19th and 20th. For details, click https://vancouversbestplaces.com/city-of-vancouver/pacific-arts-market-vancouver/
Pacific Arts Market is located at 1448 West Broadway which is just a block or so from Granville Street. Tomorrow, on Friday, April 19th, the market hosts Comedy Night from 7:00 to 10:00 pm.
On Saturday, April 20th, there is the Beautiful BC Art Fair. Tickets to that are by donation. Also on Saturday, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm, there is a Parents' Night Out event where adults can get an introduction to art therapy. The session is facilitated by Yulia Shyshkina and looks at connecting as a parent through colours.
Upcoming events at Pacific Arts Market in May include a Japanese Calligraphy workshop and Empowering Local Artists event (on May 4th). There is also a Goodbye 2nd Floor Party (on May 10th), Poetry Night (on May 11th) and a Mother’s Day Floral Fantasy Neon Painting event (on May 12th).
This video shows scenes from the upstairs area at Pacific Arts Market. Currently the market occupies two different spaces, one upstairs and one on the ground floor. The upstairs area has been around for about 5 years! Sadly, they are closing that space soon. They'll still be open on the ground level floor, which is awesome, but the last day to see what's upstairs is on May 10th at the Last Day of the 2nd Floor Party. Be sure to check it out (and the market's other various events this month, next month and in the future).
(The music in this video is A Jazz Piano by Oleg Kyrylkovv from Pixabay.)
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Brewhalla North Vancouver
BREWHALLA NORTH VANCOUVER IS TOMORROW (ON FRIDAY)!
Brewhalla North Vancouver is on Friday, April 19th! Do you have tickets yet? For details about the adult-only event, click https://vancouversbestplaces.com/vancouver-breweries-and-beer/brewhalla-beer-festivals/brewhalla-beer-festival-north-vancouver/
Brewhalla is a series of beer-themed festivals in the Lower Mainland. The first event of 2024 happens tomorrow evening at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. It runs from 5:00 pm until 10:00 pm, making it a fun place to start your weekend!
Other events in the Brewhalla Beer & Music Festival series take place in Fort Langley (May 18th), New Westminster (August 10th) and Chilliwack (October 5th). These are all fabulous affairs! Mark your calendars and tell your friends!
There are more than 30 different breweries at the event this Friday at the Shipyards, including local businesses such as Wildeye Brewing, Copperpenny Distilling and The Woods Spirit Co.. Each brewery offers different samples, and three tasting tokens are included with admission.
The event also features live performances by TriloJay and Side One (both of which are awesome), as well as music with DJ A-SLAM and DJ Paisley Eva. There are several food trucks on site too, including Dosamigosyvr and Shameless Buns.
If you enjoy drinking, eating and live entertainment, this is an event for you! Plus, the event takes place outdoors near the water, and tomorrow is set to be a beautiful sunny day!
This video shows what Brewhalla North Vancouver looked like at the Shipyards a couple of years ago. The band playing in the video is Trilojay (who are back again for this year's event).
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Royal Canadian Circus
2-FOR-1 CIRCUS TICKETS!
The Royal Canadian International Circus is a fabulous, family-friendly circus. In 2024 it has shows between May 2nd and 20th in Surrey and Richmond. And guess what! If you use the promo code VANSBESTPLACES you can get two general admission tickets for the price of one! For details about the circus, see https://vancouversbestplaces.com/royal-canadian-family-circus/
The circus is in Surrey at Guildford Town Centre from May 2nd to 12th (which includes the Mother's Day weekend). It's also in Richmond from May 16th to 20th (which includes the Victoria Day statutory holiday). Now wouldn't tickets to the circus make a nice Mother's Day present, or a fun activity on the May Long Weekend!
The Royal Canadian International Circus is an exceptional circus. Its performers come from all over the world. In 2024 there is even an act from America's Got Talent fame! Kids love the shows!
In addition to providing exceptional, family-friendly entertainment, the circus is also affordable, especially when you use the promo code VANSBESTPLACES. If you do that you can get two general admission tickets for just $44.15. That's including all taxes and online fees! That works out to only around $22 per person!
This video shows scenes from the circus when it was in Surrey last year.
Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and get ready to have a wonderful time at the circus in May!
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FOOD TRUCK WARS IN LANGLEY IS THIS WEEK!
One of the biggest and best food truck events of the year happens at the KPU Campus in Langley this weekend, from April 19th to the 21st! For details, see https://vancouversbestplaces.com/events-calendar/food-truck-festivals/greater-vancouver-food-truck-festival/vancouver-food-truck-festival-langley/
Food Truck Wars runs from 3 pm until 9 pm on Friday, from 11 am until 9 pm on Saturday, and from 11 am until 8 pm on Sunday. Admission to the event is by donation. You can just pay what you can!
Close to four dozen food trucks will be on site this weekend including some of our favourites like Bao Buns, Cannoli King, Guerilla Q, Mo Bacon, Corn Dog King, Mom's Grilled Cheese Truck, Reel Mac & Cheese, Rocky Point Ice Cream, Street Dogs, Taco Nori and lots of others! There will be so many awesome options – it's going to be so hard to choose what to have!
This video shows scenes from the event last year. It's so much fun, and delicious too! Mariachis Los Dorados will be there again this year, as will lots of other musicians including Steven Marriott, the Dueling Pianos, DJ H20, Venus & Mars, and many others. There will also be lots of food trucks, artisan vendors and a beer garden! It's such a terrific event!
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Art Vancouver
ART VANCOUVER IS ON NOW
Art Vancouver is a major art fair and exhibition. It's happening at the Vancouver Convention Centre this weekend. You only have until Sunday (April 14th) to see it! For details about the event, see our article at https://vancouversbestplaces.com/events-calendar/festivals-and-events/art-vancouver-art-fair/
This video shows scenes of the event from last year. Some of the artists are the same this year and many are different. It's a great event with amazing artists and beautiful art!
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ART VANCOUVER IS THIS WEEK!
The 8th edition of Art Vancouver happens from April 11th to 14th at the Vancouver Convention Centre. At the event you'll see paintings, photography exhibits, sculptures and digital art from across Canada and around the world. You'll get to meet the artists too! For details about the event, see https://vancouversbestplaces.com/events-calendar/festivals-and-events/art-vancouver-art-fair/
This video shows what the opening reception night looked like at Art Vancouver a couple of years ago. It's a fabulous event! Try to go if you can!
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ABBOTSFORD TULIP FESTIVAL IS HAPPENING NOW!
The Abbotsford Tulip Festival at Lakeland Flowers is an amazing place to admire millions of spring flowers. Even on cloudy and slightly rainy days, it's a wonderful spot to visit! For details, see https://vancouversbestplaces.com/fraser-valley/abbotsford-tulip-festival/
The Abbotsford Tulip Festival is open daily between now and sometime in May (with the final day of the season dependent on the weather). If you've never been before, and you like flowers, you should go! And if you've been before, you should go again! We plan to. The place is like heaven for flower lovers and photographers!
This video shows scenes from our visit to the Abbotsford Tulip Festival on a slightly rainy day early in the season last year (and last year started later than this year because of the cooler spring in 2023).
Even on an overcast day with a little bit of rain, the Abbotsford Tulip Festival is a wonderful place to be! The flowers and their colours are amazing!
Not only is the Abbotsford Tulip Festival massive, with millions of tulips to see over the course of the season, but it's also the closest tulip festival to Vancouver. It's well worth the drive to see!
The Abbotsford Tulip Festival costs just $8 on weekdays when you buy your tickets online at least a day in advance, or $15 for Saturdays and Sundays. If you pay for admission on the day at the gate, it'll cost more.
Season passes start at $50 and they are good for the entire Summer Flower Festival season that runs for a number of months. With the season pass you can also get five sunflower stems every time you visit during the sunflower season later in the year! That's a good deal! It's also nice to visit the tulip festival more than once, so you can see how the fields of tulips change over the course of the season. If you're a photographer, it can also be nice to go at different times of the day.
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