We’re finally in the spring! There’s a sun shining, and the weather is warming, and it’s the perfect time to go out and explore Vancouver with friends and family. Here are the top activities happening this month in Vancouver.
Art Vancouver International Art Fair 2023
From May 4 until May 7, be sure to visit this Art Vancouver International Art Fair. The times of the show are as follows: Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Friday from 01:00 pm to 09:00 pm on Saturday, 12:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. at Canada Place.
BMO Vancouver Marathon
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On May 8, race through the city on an award-winning and scenic course that covers more than 42 kilometers.
Royal Canadian International Circus
The Royal Canadian International Circus is returning! Catch the show from May 11 to 14! This family-friendly event will delight every one of all ages with thrilling stunts that are death-defying and gorgeous trapeze shows! Enter promo coupon code BIGTOP2023 when you purchase tickets online to get two tickets for 1.
Run for Women
On May 13, do an outing to support the Women’s Hospital & Health Centre Foundation. There are five 10km, 1km, and 10km choices. The race begins in Westbrook Village.
Rotary May Days Parade and May Days Market
May 13 will be the Rotary May Days Parade, as well as the May Days Market in Port Coquitlam. Be part of the celebration as they mark their 100th anniversary!
Vancouver All British Field Meet
The event will take place on May 20! The unique car show showcases hundreds of British-built cars in the VanDusen Garden.
Victoria Day Weekend Boat Party
It’s a nightclub-type event in the water with Vancouver Boat Parties. Visit their website to find out more details.
Cloverdale Rodeo and Country Fair
The family-friendly cowboy festival is world-renowned and occurs each Victoria Day Long Weekend! There are rides, shows, and a prize fund of $300,000 that can be taken home.
Movie Night at MONOVA
May 25 is the day you can see the iconic 1984 movie The NeverEnding Story at Monova Museum. Admission is cost-free.
Ladner May Days
May 26 will be the day that kicks off the three-day event held at Ladner Memorial Park. There will be live music, as well as rides, events, and a fastball competition.
Vancouver International Children’s Festival
May 30 is when Vancouver celebrates all things children. The event is geared towards children and is a celebration of live entertainment, music, and activities for kids in Granville Island.
Additional Events
There are numerous occasions in the vicinity of Vancouver. You can find Free events held at Polygon Gallery, market stalls for farmers, and the Marvel Avengers STATION. Check their respective websites for more details. If you are unable to attend any shows at the Royal Canadian International Circus’ Vancouver shows, go to their Royal Canadian International Circus website to see displays that are in the Vancouver metropolitan region. Make use of promo coupon BIGTOP2023 to receive 2-for-1 tickets.