Things to Do in Vancouver This Long Weekend (February 13–16, 2026)

Valentine’s Day, Family Day, Lunar New Year celebrations, pop culture conventions, glowing art installations, and live performances — this is one of the most exciting weekends of the winter in Vancouver.

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Whether you're planning a romantic night out, a family adventure, or a fun weekend with friends, here’s what’s happening 👇

💃 Valentine’s Day: Burlesque Duos

📅 Feb 14 | 📍 Rio Theatre

A dazzling Valentine’s tradition featuring bold burlesque duets, glamour, comedy, and theatrical flair from Vancouver’s top performers.
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💙 Ukrainian Valentine’s Party

📅 Feb 14 | 📍 Gallery Nightclub

A high-energy Ukrainian Valentine’s dance party with DJs, themed wristbands, and a welcoming atmosphere for meeting new people. 19+
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👨‍👩‍👧 Family Forward Festival

📅 Feb 14–16 | 📍 Granville Island

A brand-new Family Day festival filled with storytelling, music, theatre, dance, drag storytime, and creative community celebrations for all ages.
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🎵 BIG BANG Festival Vancouver

📅 Feb 15 | 📍 Roundhouse Community Centre

A musical playground for kids with pop-up performances, sound experiments, mini concerts, and hands-on fun.
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🇨🇦 Team Canada FanFest Vancouver

📅 Feb 15–16 | 📍 Jack Poole Plaza

A free Olympic fan zone with live Winter Games broadcasts, athlete appearances, and interactive sport activities.
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🦸 FAN EXPO Vancouver

📅 Feb 14–16 | 📍 Vancouver Convention Centre

The ultimate pop culture weekend — celebrity guests, cosplay, comics, gaming, anime, and fandom panels.
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⚓ Vancouver Maritime Museum – Family Day 2026

📅 Monday, February 16 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Vanier Park

Celebrate Family Day by the water with a full day of discovery, history, and hands-on fun at the Vancouver Maritime Museum. Families can explore interactive exhibits, step aboard historic vessels, and learn about Pacific Northwest and Arctic maritime history together.

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🏮 Lunar New Year at Metropolis

📅 Ongoing | 📍 Metropolis at Metrotown

Lantern displays, cultural performances, family workshops, and festive shopping celebrations.
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🏮 The Lantern City

📅 Begins Feb 14 | 📍 Multiple locations

A breathtaking citywide lantern art exhibition celebrating Lunar New Year through glowing public art.
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🎭 LunarFest Vancouver

📅 Feb 14–28 | 📍 Granville Island & more

Hands-on Lunar New Year arts workshops, performances, and family-friendly cultural celebrations.
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🐼 Spring Festival at Greater Vancouver Zoo

📅 Feb 14–16 | 📍 Greater Vancouver Zoo

Lanterns, lion dances, food trucks, cultural vendors, and animal enrichment activities for Family Day weekend.
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🎼 Così fan tutte

📅 Feb 15 | 📍 Queen Elizabeth Theatre

Mozart’s beloved romantic comedy opera is presented by Vancouver Opera.
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💖 Love Lights

📅 Through Feb 22 | 📍 Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

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✨ Make It a Weekend to Remember

Romantic nights, family festivals, Olympic excitement, cultural celebrations, and glowing art across the city — this long weekend truly has something for everyone.

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