To kick off WE Care Vancouver, the staff and families of Parq, Victory Square and WE will host a massive sock drive to create care packages in support of Lookout Society. Simply drop off new pairs of socks in the lobby throughout May.

Surrey Youth Showcase Dance Battle and Hip Hop on May 12, 2018 at the Fleetwood Community Centre. Breakers compete in crews of three in the junior (age 16 and under) or senior (ages 17-21) divisions, while teams of 3 to 8 Hip Hop dancers between the ages of 13 and 18 years take part in a choreography contest.

Hiking and Fishing in Coquitlam: This month, why not trek the trails less travelled in Coquitlam? Or introduce your kids to fishing for trout? From a free fishing derby to affordable group hikes, it’s time to shake out those boots, mark your calendars and get ready for some new adventures.

May Events in Metro Vancouver: Activities, events, festivals, and community happenings in Vancouver, the Lower Mainland and the Fraser Valley throughout the month of May 2018.

The Surrey Youth Showcase Basketball Tournament is May 5, 2018 at the Guildford Recreation Centre. Compete in this 5-on-5 youth basketball tournament for juniors (ages 13-15) and seniors (ages 15-18). The Surrey Youth Showcase is a part of BC Youth Week.

The Surrey International Children’s Festival May 24-26, 2018 at Bear Creek Park and the Surrey Arts Centre with the theme “Play. Create. Do.” The festival inspires young hearts and minds to greater possibilities, and celebrates our rich and diverse cultural heritage through performing and visual arts experiences.

On May 9th, Dress for Success Vancouver’s 18th annual fundraiser IMPACT 360: FLOURISH will include spirit tastings, designer cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and live music. This signature event welcomes over 300 of Vancouver’s most influential business leaders, sponsors and community supporters.

More than 200 musicians will gather at Robson Square for the 14th annual Music Monday on May 7, 2018! Students from across Metro Vancouver will perform new Music Monday anthem, Sing It Together, and more works as part of national event for music education.

Serena Ryder and Brett Kissel will headline Surrey Canada Day 2018! FREE at the Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre in Cloverdale (176 St & 64 Ave) in Surrey on Sunday, July 1, 2018 10:00am to 11:00pm (fireworks at 10:30pm).

There are 18 participating restaurants that are supporting the Mother’s Day of Giving for BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre Foundation on May 12 & May 13, 2018. This Mother’s Day, dine out at local restaurants who are giving back to the women in their community.