This year the Honda Celebration of Light fireworks is hosting a lineup of all Canadian teams: Yukon (July 19); Quebec (July 23); and Nova Scotia (July 26).

Fun things to do around Vancouver this weekend (May 9-11, 2025). Activities and events in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

The lineup for the Rifflandia Festival in Victoria (Sept 11-14, 2025) includes Public Enemy, Descendents, Macy Gray, Sleater-Kinney, Alessia Cara, William Prince, Maribou State, Charlotte Cardin, and more. Tickets on sale May 9th.

The recipients of this year’s Coast Mental Health Courage To Come Back Awards have been announced, paying tribute to those who have overcome overwhelming challenges and now selflessly give back to their community.

The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation will open two of its outdoor pools and staff its nine swimming beaches with lifeguards on May 17, 2025.

VanDusen Botanical Gardens announces the return of Spring Strings (May 25, 2025), offering audiences an afternoon of contemporary cello music set among vibrant spring blossoms.

Surrey Women’s Centre is hosting an open house for the new Sexual Assault Centre May 13, 2025 so you can see the space, meet the team, and learn more about the services that will be available in the fall.

Vancouver Youth Symphony Orchestra (VYSO) is hosting their 95th Anniversary Concert on May 18th at The Orpheum – and you can enter to win tickets.

Recipients of BC Achievement Foundation’s 22nd annual Community Award have been announced, recognizing extraordinary British Columbians who build better, stronger and more engaged communities.

The Vancouver Concert Calendar for May 2025 is packed with live music this spring, from intimate shows to arena events, there is something for every music lover.