Metro Vancouver events calendar - April 2026. Best festivals, concerts, fun things to do, weekend shows, discount tickets, theater, music, and kids free events in Vancouver, BC.

April 12, 2026

Sun

The Gateway Theatre. The Flame: Storytelling Workshop

Discover the power of your unique voice and transform your personal experiences into captivating stories—or even the foundation for a one-person show!

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Workshop

Firehall Theatre: Canadian Psycho by Marlene Ginader

In this hilarious and provocative one-woman show, true-crime-obsessed Marlene’s infatuation with serial killers sends her on a collision course with her own identity

Vancouver | Firehall Arts Centre | 1:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

Metro Theatre: Shakespeare in Love

Shakespeare in Love is a witty, fast-paced celebration of romance, mischief, and the magic of live theatre. Love, and a bit with a dog!

Vancouver | Metro Theatre | 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

The Cultch Presents ON NATIVE LAND

On Native Land is a new musical that intertwines the lives of three seemingly disparate characters—a lawyer, a Chief, and a rising singer-songwriter—whose paths converge in a powerful tale of identity, land, and love

Vancouver | York Theatre | 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Performing Arts

Hidden Wonders Speakeasy Magic Experience

Hidden Wonders is a speakeasy-style performance venue hidden behind a fake business facade in New Westminster’s historic downtown.

New Westminster | Hidden Wonders Showroom | 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

Arts Umbrella Dance Company presents Sunday Performance Series 2026

Join us at Arts Umbrella’s Jack and Darlene Poole Theatre as Arts Umbrella Dance Company performs new and innovative works-in-progress by leading Canadian and international choreographers

Vancouver | Jack and Darlene Poole Theatre, Arts Umbrella, Granville Island | 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm | Dance

The Gateway Theatre. The Flame: Storytelling Showcase

Join us at Gateway Theatre for a special performance of Vancouver’s wildly popular storytelling series, The Flame, where we will be featuring the fresh work of 7-8 storytellers who have just participated in a storytelling workshop the same weekend!

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Performing Arts

UBC Opera: Giulio Cesare

Opera Seria in Three Acts, Sung in Italian with English Surtitles

Vancouver | Old Auditorium | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Opera

Chan Centre Presents - Made in Canada: Susan Aglukark and PIQSIQ

Join us for a celebration of arctic sounds and Inuit artistry featuring legendary singer-songwriter Susan Aglukark and acclaimed throat-singing duo PIQSIQ

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

April 17, 2026

Fri

Bill Reid Gallery: Exhibition. Every River Has a Mouth

Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the world premiere of Every River Has a Mouth, guest curated by Snuneymuxw artist Eliot White-Hill, Kwulasultun

Vancouver | Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Bill Reid Gallery: Exhibition. Jamie Gentry: Blossoming

This solo exhibition features the work of Jamie Gentry, a Kwakwaka’wakw artist based on Vancouver Island. The exhibition features a series of moccasins, entirely handmade by Jamie and adorned with realistic floral beadwork

Vancouver | Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Metro Theatre: Shakespeare in Love

Shakespeare in Love is a witty, fast-paced celebration of romance, mischief, and the magic of live theatre. Love, and a bit with a dog!

Vancouver | Metro Theatre | 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

Royal City Musical Theatre: Shrek The Musical

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks film, this Tony Award-winning musical bursts with hilarious adventure, show-stopping songs, and larger-than-life characters

New Westminster | Massey Theatre | 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Musical

The Cultch Presents ON NATIVE LAND

On Native Land is a new musical that intertwines the lives of three seemingly disparate characters—a lawyer, a Chief, and a rising singer-songwriter—whose paths converge in a powerful tale of identity, land, and love

Vancouver | York Theatre | 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Performing Arts

Hidden Wonders Speakeasy Magic Experience

Hidden Wonders is a speakeasy-style performance venue hidden behind a fake business facade in New Westminster’s historic downtown.

New Westminster | Hidden Wonders Showroom | 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

Early Music Vancouver - Amandine Beyer & Gli Incogniti

Artists: Gli Incogniti directed by Amandine Beyer, violin

Vancouver | Christ Church Cathedral | 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

The Vancouver Chamber Choir present Kaleidoscope

Enjoy gems by Benjamin Britten, Mari Esabel Valverde, Samuel Barber, and a WORLD PREMIERE by our composer-in-residence, Stuart Beatch

Vancouver | Pacific Spirit United Church | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

Presentation House Theatre: Fat Joke

A fusion of stand-up comedy, storytelling, and unapologetic fact-blasting, Fat Joke thrusts fatphobia into the spotlight

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Comedy

April 18, 2026

Sat

Bill Reid Gallery: Exhibition. Every River Has a Mouth

Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the world premiere of Every River Has a Mouth, guest curated by Snuneymuxw artist Eliot White-Hill, Kwulasultun

Vancouver | Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Bill Reid Gallery: Exhibition. Jamie Gentry: Blossoming

This solo exhibition features the work of Jamie Gentry, a Kwakwaka’wakw artist based on Vancouver Island. The exhibition features a series of moccasins, entirely handmade by Jamie and adorned with realistic floral beadwork

Vancouver | Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Family Saturdays with Chinatown Storytelling Centre

Join us on the third Saturday of each month from 11am - 1pm for hands-on activities and learn about Chinatown's vibrant heritage!

Vancouver | Chinatown Storytelling Centre | 11:00 am to 1:00 pm | Family

Firehall Theatre: The Undeniable Accusations of Red Cadmium Light

In a world of fakes, who can you trust?

Vancouver | Firehall Arts Centre | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Metro Theatre: Shakespeare in Love

Shakespeare in Love is a witty, fast-paced celebration of romance, mischief, and the magic of live theatre. Love, and a bit with a dog!

Vancouver | Metro Theatre | 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

Royal City Musical Theatre: Shrek The Musical

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks film, this Tony Award-winning musical bursts with hilarious adventure, show-stopping songs, and larger-than-life characters

New Westminster | Massey Theatre | 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Musical

The Cultch Presents ON NATIVE LAND

On Native Land is a new musical that intertwines the lives of three seemingly disparate characters—a lawyer, a Chief, and a rising singer-songwriter—whose paths converge in a powerful tale of identity, land, and love

Vancouver | York Theatre | 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Performing Arts

Hidden Wonders Speakeasy Magic Experience

Hidden Wonders is a speakeasy-style performance venue hidden behind a fake business facade in New Westminster’s historic downtown.

New Westminster | Hidden Wonders Showroom | 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

Solidaridad Tango Fantasia

"Tango Fantasia" takes you on a passionate tango journey from the grand salons of Golden Age Buenos Aires to the streets of Toronto with dancers and North America’s original, all-woman, tango ensemble

Burnaby | Shadbolt Centre for the Arts | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Dance

Presentation House Theatre: Fat Joke

A fusion of stand-up comedy, storytelling, and unapologetic fact-blasting, Fat Joke thrusts fatphobia into the spotlight

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Comedy

April 19, 2026

Sun

Firehall Theatre: The Undeniable Accusations of Red Cadmium Light

In a world of fakes, who can you trust?

Vancouver | Firehall Arts Centre | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

The Cultch Presents ON NATIVE LAND

On Native Land is a new musical that intertwines the lives of three seemingly disparate characters—a lawyer, a Chief, and a rising singer-songwriter—whose paths converge in a powerful tale of identity, land, and love

Vancouver | York Theatre | 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Performing Arts

Bobbie Burgers: Assembly. Talk and Tour with the Artist

Join us on the last day of the exhibition for a talk and tour guided by the artist, Bobbie Burgers

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm | Visual Arts | Free

Metro Theatre: Shakespeare in Love

Shakespeare in Love is a witty, fast-paced celebration of romance, mischief, and the magic of live theatre. Love, and a bit with a dog!

Vancouver | Metro Theatre | 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

Royal City Musical Theatre: Shrek The Musical

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks film, this Tony Award-winning musical bursts with hilarious adventure, show-stopping songs, and larger-than-life characters

New Westminster | Massey Theatre | 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Musical

Burnaby: Opera on a Sunday Afternoon

Experience an enchanting afternoon filled with your favorite operatic arias, duets, and trios, performed by the exceptional young talents from the Burnaby Lyric Opera

Burnaby | Shadbolt Centre for the Arts | 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Music

Solidaridad Tango Fantasia

"Tango Fantasia" takes you on a passionate tango journey from the grand salons of Golden Age Buenos Aires to the streets of Toronto with dancers and North America’s original, all-woman, tango ensemble

Coquitlam | Evergreen Cultural Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Dance

April 24, 2026

Fri

Bill Reid Gallery: Exhibition. Every River Has a Mouth

Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the world premiere of Every River Has a Mouth, guest curated by Snuneymuxw artist Eliot White-Hill, Kwulasultun

Vancouver | Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Bill Reid Gallery: Exhibition. Jamie Gentry: Blossoming

This solo exhibition features the work of Jamie Gentry, a Kwakwaka’wakw artist based on Vancouver Island. The exhibition features a series of moccasins, entirely handmade by Jamie and adorned with realistic floral beadwork

Vancouver | Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Presentation House Theatre: The Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe

Back by popular demand, step into a magical world that blends fairy tales, music, and shoes in a playful and interactive adventure!

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 11:00 am to 5:00 pm | Performing Arts

Firehall Theatre: The Undeniable Accusations of Red Cadmium Light

In a world of fakes, who can you trust?

Vancouver | Firehall Arts Centre | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Metro Theatre: Shakespeare in Love

Shakespeare in Love is a witty, fast-paced celebration of romance, mischief, and the magic of live theatre. Love, and a bit with a dog!

Vancouver | Metro Theatre | 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

Royal City Musical Theatre: Shrek The Musical

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks film, this Tony Award-winning musical bursts with hilarious adventure, show-stopping songs, and larger-than-life characters

New Westminster | Massey Theatre | 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Musical

April 25, 2026

Sat

Bill Reid Gallery: Exhibition. Every River Has a Mouth

Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the world premiere of Every River Has a Mouth, guest curated by Snuneymuxw artist Eliot White-Hill, Kwulasultun

Vancouver | Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Bill Reid Gallery: Exhibition. Jamie Gentry: Blossoming

This solo exhibition features the work of Jamie Gentry, a Kwakwaka’wakw artist based on Vancouver Island. The exhibition features a series of moccasins, entirely handmade by Jamie and adorned with realistic floral beadwork

Vancouver | Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Presentation House Theatre: The Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe

Back by popular demand, step into a magical world that blends fairy tales, music, and shoes in a playful and interactive adventure!

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 11:00 am to 5:00 pm | Performing Arts

Vancouver Goldeneyes vs. Minnesota Frost

The Vancouver Goldeneyes are back on home ice!

Vancouver | Pacific Coliseum | 12:00 am to 3:00 pm | Sports

Firehall Theatre: The Undeniable Accusations of Red Cadmium Light

In a world of fakes, who can you trust?

Vancouver | Firehall Arts Centre | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Metro Theatre: Shakespeare in Love

Shakespeare in Love is a witty, fast-paced celebration of romance, mischief, and the magic of live theatre. Love, and a bit with a dog!

Vancouver | Metro Theatre | 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

Vancouver opera: La Bohème

Puccini’s masterpiece transports us to the heart of 1830s bohemian life in Paris, where love blossoms amidst dreams, hardships, and the unyielding pursuit of artistic freedom

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Opera

Royal City Musical Theatre: Shrek The Musical

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks film, this Tony Award-winning musical bursts with hilarious adventure, show-stopping songs, and larger-than-life characters

New Westminster | Massey Theatre | 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Musical

Anmol Magic: Out Of the World Tour

Reality Entertainment presents the Out of This World Tour by the sensational magician, Anmol Magic

Surrey | Bell Performing Arts Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

April 30, 2026

Thu

Bill Reid Gallery: Exhibition. Every River Has a Mouth

Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the world premiere of Every River Has a Mouth, guest curated by Snuneymuxw artist Eliot White-Hill, Kwulasultun

Vancouver | Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Bill Reid Gallery: Exhibition. Jamie Gentry: Blossoming

This solo exhibition features the work of Jamie Gentry, a Kwakwaka’wakw artist based on Vancouver Island. The exhibition features a series of moccasins, entirely handmade by Jamie and adorned with realistic floral beadwork

Vancouver | Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Firehall Theatre: The Undeniable Accusations of Red Cadmium Light

In a world of fakes, who can you trust?

Vancouver | Firehall Arts Centre | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Vancouver opera: La Bohème

Puccini’s masterpiece transports us to the heart of 1830s bohemian life in Paris, where love blossoms amidst dreams, hardships, and the unyielding pursuit of artistic freedom

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Opera

Royal City Musical Theatre: Shrek The Musical

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks film, this Tony Award-winning musical bursts with hilarious adventure, show-stopping songs, and larger-than-life characters

New Westminster | Massey Theatre | 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Musical

Hidden Wonders Speakeasy Magic Experience

Hidden Wonders is a speakeasy-style performance venue hidden behind a fake business facade in New Westminster’s historic downtown.

New Westminster | Hidden Wonders Showroom | 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Show