Fun things to do around Vancouver this weekend (May 23-25, 2025). Activities and events in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

The Vancouver International Jazz Festival hosts 160 events including several free shows across the city June 21 to July 1, 2025.

The Chinese Canadian Museum in Vancouver has unveiled their new military exhibition “A Soldier for All Seasons” to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. 

Take part in free gardening workshops in Richmond, from May to September, that not only teach you pruning and planting tips, you’ll also be contributing to a garden that provides fresh produce to local charities combatting food insecurity.

The Vancouver International Children’s Festival returns to Granville Island from May 26 to June 1, 2025 with over 75 performances, bringing an unforgettable week of world-class theatre, music, dance, circus, puppetry and storytelling to children and families across Metro Vancouver.

In this month’s Covenant House guest post, we hear Christine’s story and learn how youth have the freedom to thrive and build a life openly, without fear. Until June 30th, your donations will be doubled.

May long weekend events and things to do around Vancouver May 16-19, 2025. Activities & events around Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

Pride in the Park is the only public event celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+ pride in Maple Ridge and it’s happening June 14 with headliner, Canada’s Drag Race contestant, Jaylene Tyme and more.

Graham Clark’s 24-Hours of Stand-Up is set for May 23-24, 2025 at Little Mountain Gallery in Gastown with jokes around the clock. Partial proceeds in support of Filipino BC.

The Vancouver Eats column for the month of May features delicious spring and summer treats to be found around the region along with some Mother’s Day menus.