Planning your weekend in Metro Vancouver? From live symphony and tattoo expos to circus shows, open houses, and outdoor markets, this weekend is buzzing with exciting events for all ages.
This guide is curated by Vancouver Page – your trusted source for discovering what’s happening across the city and beyond.
Here’s what’s happening from Friday to Sunday, May 30–June 1, 2025:
📅 May 30 – June 1 | 📍 PNE Forum, Vancouver
A celebration of body art and creativity, this vibrant event showcases over 100 local and international tattoo artists. Enjoy live tattooing sessions, cultural performances, merch booths, and meet fellow ink enthusiasts in a buzzing, energetic space.
📅 May 29 – June 1 | 🕧 Shows at 12:30 PM & 7:00 PM
📍 PNE Garden Auditorium, Vancouver
An acrobatic tale of community and connection, Tapestry is an imaginative circus performance filled with storytelling, stunts, and heartwarming moments for all ages.
📅 Saturday, May 31 | 🕙 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 6355 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
Explore the world of policing with a behind-the-scenes look at RCMP operations. Families can enjoy hands-on activities, K9 demos, vehicle displays, food trucks, and more.
📅 Saturday, May 31
📍 Burnaby Lake Park
A fun and inclusive jungle-themed race for all skill levels and ages. Whether you walk, jog, or sprint, this 5K and 10K event includes costume fun, themed obstacles, and community spirit.
📅 May 26 – June 1 | 📍 Granville Island
A full week of performances and activities designed for kids ages 6 months to 13 years. Discover puppet shows, live music, theatre, dance, hands-on workshops, and cultural programming.
📅 Sunday, June 1 | Showtimes: 11:00 AM, 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM
📍 Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Vancouver
Get ready to wiggle with Canada’s favourite children’s concert experience. The Wiggles return with their high-energy songs, dancing, and colourful characters sure to delight young fans.
📅 May 30 – June 1 | 📍 Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver
Experience a musical journey through Prokofiev’s dazzling Piano Concerto No. 3 and the epic soundscape of Strauss’s An Alpine Symphony. Performed live by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra with award-winning pianist Bruce Liu.
📅 Wednesday, May 28 | 🕖 7:30 PM
📍 BC Place, Vancouver
Feel the MLS energy as Vancouver Whitecaps FC take on United FC. Don your blue and white and join the roaring home crowd for an unforgettable night of soccer.
📅 May 27 – June 1 | 📍 Nat Bailey Stadium
Catch Vancouver’s baseball team in action all week. Enjoy sunny skies, ballpark snacks, themed nights, and thrilling matchups for the whole family.
📅 May 27 – May 30 | 📍 Vancouver Convention Centre
The world’s leading tech conference comes to Canada for the first time. Featuring visionary keynotes, startup pitches, tech showcases, and valuable networking opportunities for entrepreneurs and innovators.
📍 VanDusen Botanical Garden, Vancouver
🗓 May 23 – June 1 | 🕒 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (May), 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (June)
Step into the elegance of early 20th-century England as VanDusen hosts the Canadian premiere of Fleurs de Villes: Downton Abbey. Enjoy floral art displays inspired by the beloved TV series amid lush gardens. Included with general admission.
📅 Saturdays | 🕒 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 9025 Glover Rd, Fort Langley
Local produce, artisan goods, music, and community connections come together in this charming open-air market in Fort Langley’s historic village.
📅 May 1 – Sept 28 | 📍 200 Granville St, Vancouver
Downtown’s pop-up market featuring rotating vendors, delicious eats, artisan finds, and a scenic patio overlooking the water.
📅 Fridays | 🕔 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 The Shipyards, North Vancouver
Artisan vendors, food trucks, and live music fill the waterfront every Friday evening in this beloved North Shore tradition.
📅 Weekends through October 13
📍 8351 River Rd, Richmond
A giant outdoor night market with hundreds of food stalls, games, live performances, and shopping experiences from around the world.
📅 May 17 – Aug 15 | 📍 PNE Grounds, Vancouver
Classic rides, mini donuts, and summer thrills await at Vancouver’s favourite amusement park. Ride the Coaster, play games, and enjoy tasty fairground treats.
📅 Saturdays & Sundays | 🕒 2:30 PM
📍 Hastings Racecourse, Vancouver
Exciting live horse racing in a scenic location with mountain backdrops. Free entry, food vendors, and thrilling races make it perfect for weekend outings.
Whether you're a foodie, a family, an art lover, or just looking to explore, this weekend in Metro Vancouver is bursting with entertainment, culture, and community.
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