Welcome to the end of the weekend, Vancouver! We’ve got a pretty rainy week ahead, but so much fun to get up to that we’re not bothered by it. Plus, you know what they say- April showers bring May flowers, and if that’s the tradeoff, then we’re cruising.
Here are the 10 best things to do in Vancouver this week.
Dua Lipa
Arguably the biggest concert of April also happens on the first day! Dua Lipa is heading to Vancouver to kick off the month, with Caroline Polachek and Lolo Zouai opening up for her.
When: Friday, April 1st
Where: 800 Griffiths Way
Cost: $256+
Vancouver Canucks
After over a week of no home games, the Canucks return to the city! They’ll be facing off against the St. Louis blues, as the regular season winds down and the playoff race heats up.
When: Wednesday, March 30th
Where: 800 Griffiths Way
Cost: $45.50+
Vancouver Cherry Blossom Fest 2022
While the first major event doesn’t happen until the weekend, this serves as a good reminder to check out all the amazing cherry blossoms around the city! That way, you’ll be completely aesthetically aligned with the vibe.
When: Starts April 1st
Where: All around Vancouver
Cost: Varies per event
Greenheart TreeWalk
Speaking of outdoor options, a pretty fun one returns to the UBC Botanical Garden this week. The walk is some 310 metres, offering a canopy level view of your surrounding. We’re not joking about the canopy bit, as the TreeWalk soars over 20m into the sky at some points!
When: Opens April Ast
Where: 6804 SW Marine Drive
Cost: $10 for garden admission, tickets for the TreeWalk TBD
Capture Photography Festival
First launched back in 2013, Capture has since become the largest photography festival in Western Canada. Both local and international artists get featured in a variety of ways, from free exhibitions to billboard takeovers around the city. We say make the most of it.
When: Starts April 1st
Where: All around Vancouver
Cost: Varies
Cirque du Soleil
After a 2-year hiatus, Cirque du Soleil has returned to Vancouver! What’s more, it brought a ‘reinvented’ version of one of its most popular shows- Alegria. Head on down to the Big Top so see what it’s all about.
When: Shows throughout the week
Where: Concord Pacific Place
Cost: $65+ for GA
Revisor
In the same vein, a fun dance/theatre hybrid show comes to Vancouver this week. Head to the Vancouver Playhouse to check out this dark comedy/farce based on a novel by the Ukraine-born Nikolai Gogol, who is best known for lampooning Russian politics and bureaucracy.
When: Showtimes start March 30th
Where: 600 Hamilton Street
Cost: $35+
Try a new restaurant
A ton of new restaurants have opened in the city, and this week is a great opportunity to check one out! From massive brands to completely new concepts and pop-ups, you’ve got options.
Where: Click the link above for our picks
Then go for a nightcap
A nice dinner and a nice drink afterwards go together like peas in a pod! Once your done your meal, head to one of the city’s hidden bars or a speakeasy, to really make the most of a night out.
Where: Click the link above for our picks
Mt. Seymour
Finally, those who want to make the most of the end of winter might wanna head to the slopes! Mt. Seymour is our pick this week, and is seriously affordable whether you’re taking a full day or sneaking over after work.
When: Open throughout the week
Where: 1700 Mt. Seymour Road, North Vancouver
Cost: $39+
Those are our picks this week, Vancouver!
