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February in Vancouver

by Blog Updates |

February Events Calendar

Also Note: many February festivals and events don’t yet have their dates and details confirmed for 2018. Click Other Events to jump to the bottom of the page for a list of events not yet listed in the calendar by date.

Thursday, February 1, 2018

Friday, February 2, 2018

Saturday, February 3, 2018

Sunday, February 4, 2018

  • Super Bowl Sunday – the American football championships take place on TV and in sports bars all around town (and the continent).
  • Dine Out Vancouver Festival – last day of the season for the special deals at hundreds of local restaurants.
  • PuSh Festival – last day of the season for the international performing arts festival.
  • Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – gourmet hot chocolate offerings around town.
  • Markets
  • Robson Square Ice Skating – free ice skating at the corner of Robson and Howe.
  • Jazz Vespers – with Steve Smith at St. Andrew’s Wesley United Church at 1022 Nelson Street between 4 and 5 pm. Admission is by donation. Even if you aren’t “church-y,” if you like Jazz and beautiful buildings it’s worth checking out.

Monday, February 5, 2018

Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival

    Tuesday, February 6, 2018

    Wednesday, February 7, 2018

    Thursday, February 8, 2018

    • Science of Cocktails – a fundraising event at Science World that includes an open bar, fancy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails crafted by award-winning bartenders. $159 for general admission and $289 for VIP with a portion eligible for a tax receipt.
    • Motown the Musical – a Broadway Across Canada production at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
    • Music on the Bow – free live music featuring local artists at the Trout Lake Community Centre at 3360 Victoria Drive. Today features Rain City Swing from 7 to 9 pm.
    • Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town.
    • Robson Square Ice Skating – free ice skating at the corner of Robson and Howe.

    Friday, February 9, 2018

    Saturday, February 10, 2018

    Sunday, February 11, 2018

    • Family Day Weekend Activities
      • Family Fun Days at the Nature Park – a scavenger hunt and other family-friendly activities at the Richmond Nature Park at 11851 Westminster Highway from 11 am until 4 pm.
      • PJ’s Paws & Jaws – a family sleepover night at the Vancouver Aquarium from 9 pm to 9 am. Cost is $115 per person ages 6+ or $95 for members.
      • Click Family Day Weekend for more activities.
    • Robson Square Ice Skating – free ice skating at the corner of Robson and Howe.
    • Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town.
    • Motown the Musical – a Broadway Across Canada production at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
    • Markets
    • Jazz Vespers – at St. Andrew’s Wesley United Church at 1022 Nelson Street between 4 and 5 pm. Admission is by donation. Even if you aren’t “church-y,” if you like Jazz and beautiful buildings it’s worth checking out.
    • Jazz Vespers in Surrey – Jazz also takes place at Northwood United Church at 8855 156th Street in Surrey from 4 to 5 pm. Admission is by donation. Today’s special guest musician is Don Stewart.

    Monday, February 12, 2018

    • BC Family Day – a statutory holiday with special family-friendly activities at various locations including the following:
      • Family Day at the Carousel – entertainment and unlimited carousel rides (subject to lineup waiting times) at Burnaby Village. (Note: the museum itself won’t be open). Runs from 11 until 2 pm. Cost is $6.50 per person and pre-registration is recommended.
      • Family Day in Maple Ridge – includes free lantern-making workshops and crafts at the ACTS Art Centre. Tickets to see the show by Rick Scott cost $15.
      • Family Day at Grouse Mountain – 50% off admission to the mountain for fun in the snow. (Note: regular ski ticket rates apply.) (To be confirmed for 2018.)
      • Skiing at Manning Park – 50% off ski and trail tickets. (To be confirmed for 2018.)
      • Family Fun Days at the Nature Park – a scavenger hunt and other family-friendly activities at the Richmond Nature Park at 11851 Westminster Highway from 11 am until 4 pm.
      • Family Day on the Drive – family-friendly activities including free ice skating, face painting and treats at the Britannia Ice Rink at 1661 Napier Street from 1:00 until 3:30 pm. (To be confirmed for 2018.)
      • Richmond Children’s Art Festival – all sorts of imagination stations and performances throughout the day on the holiday Monday at the Richmond Cultural Centre at 7700 Minoru Gate.
    • Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town.
    • Robson Square Ice Skating – free ice skating at the corner of Robson and Howe.
    • Snowshoe Social Night – at Grouse Mountain (free with admission to the mountain).
    • Shred for the Cause Ladies Night – ladies ski for a minimum $10 donation at Mount Seymour from 6 to 10 pm.
    • Vancouver Flea Market – from 10 am to 4 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue not far from Science World.

    Tuesday, February 13, 2018

    Wednesday, February 14, 2018

    Thursday, February 15, 2018

    • New Year’s Eve at the Buddhist Temple – Chinese New Year’s Eve celebrations at one of the largest Buddhist temples in North America. Free admission and highly recommended.
    • Chutzpah Festival – first day of the season for the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival which runs from today until March 15).
    • A Conversation with Michelle Obama – the former First Lady of the United States speaks to the Vancouver Board of Trade at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets available to the general public as of January 18th,.
    • The Sheepdogs – in concert at the Commodore Ballroom.
    • Abra Cadabra – ABBA tribute concert at the Chief Sepass Theatre in Fort Langley (February 15, 2018).
    • Beaty Nocturnal – the Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC is open by donation tonight from 5 to 8:30 pm. Guided tours are at 7 pm.
    • Lower Mainland Parks – if good weather, various parks and places in nature are “best places” to be!
    • Robson Square Ice Skating – free ice skating at the corner of Robson and Howe.

    Friday, February 16, 2018

    • Chinese New Year – today marks the first day of the Year of the Dog with celebrations all week and weekend throughout the Lower Mainland.
    • Lanterns in the Garden – a Chinese lantern festival at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden from 5 to 10 pm.
    • The Sheepdogs – in concert at the Commodore Ballroom.
    • Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival featuring theatre, music and dance performances.
    • Friday Night Live – live music, storytelling and a guest artist in North Vancouver at 3201 Mountain Highway. Cost is $10 and free for children 12 & under. Tonight’s show features the rock guitarist Don Alder.
    • Vancouver Lunarfest – Chinese New Year activities at the following times and places.
      • Oakridge Centre – from February 7th to 25th.
      • Vancouver Playhouse – featuring the Butterfly Lovers ballet.
    • Vancouver Giants Hockey – against Edmonton at the Langley Events Centre.
    • Robson Square Ice Skating – free ice skating at the corner of Robson and Howe.

    Saturday, February 17, 2018

    Vancouver Chinatown at New Year

    Sunday, February 18, 2018

    • Chinese New Year’s Parade – a major parade in Vancouver’s Chinatown starting at 11 am.
    • Dharma Drum Center New Year’s Celebrations – special hands-on activities for children plus lion dance, drumming and other traditional musical performances at 8240 No. 5 Road in Richmond.
    • Vancouver Lunarfest – Chinese New Year activities in the Vancouver Art Gallery Plaza.
    • 24 Hours of Winter – two days of non-stop skiing, boarding and other fun winter activities at Grouse Mountain.
    • Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival featuring theatre, music and dance performances.
    • Vancouver Golf Expo – at the PNE forum from 10 am until 5 pm.
    • Vancouver Giants Hockey – against Red Deer at the Langley Events Centre.
    • Markets
    • Robson Square Ice Skating – free ice skating at the corner of Robson and Howe.
    • Jazz Vespers – with the Hot Mamas at St. Andrew’s Wesley United Church at 1022 Nelson Street between 4 and 5 pm. Admission is by donation. Even if you aren’t “church-y,” if you like Jazz and beautiful buildings it’s worth checking out.

    Monday, February 19, 2018

    Tuesday, February 20, 2018

    Wednesday, February 21, 2018

    Thursday, February 22, 2018

    Friday, February 23, 2018

    • Battle of the Brush – a social event featuring multiple teams of artists in a live painting competition at Heritage Hall. Tickets are $15 to $25.
    • Lanterns in the Garden – a Chinese lantern festival at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden from 5 to 10 pm.
    • BC Home and Garden Show – a trade show featuring over 400 exhibitors at BC Place Stadium.
    • Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival featuring theatre, music and dance performances.
    • Whose Live Anyway – live comedy improv at Coquitlam’s Hard Rock Casino.
    • Friday Night Live – live music, storytelling and a guest artist in North Vancouver at 3201 Mountain Highway. Cost is $10 and free for children 12 & under. Tonight’s show features storyteller Andrew Bailey.
    • Vancouver Giants Hockey – against Everett at the Langley Events Centre.
    • Robson Square Ice Skating – free ice skating at the corner of Robson and Howe.

    Saturday, February 24, 2018

    Sunday, February 25, 2018

    Monday, February 26, 2018

    Tuesday, February 27, 2018

    Wednesday, February 28, 2018

    Source: Vancouver's Best Places