Metro Vancouver events calendar for January 2023. Best festivals, concerts, fairs, fun things to do, New Year's Day events, kids activities, free entertainment in Vancouver, BC.

January 1, 2023

Sun

23rd Annual Winter Ice Palace

Enjoy a seasonal skate with your friends and family over the holidays as Cloverdale Arena transforms into a winter wonderland!

Surrey | Cloverdale Arena | 9:00 am to 10:30 pm | Family

Family Board Game Day!

The first Sunday of every month is Family Board Game Day!

Abbotsford | Boardwalk Cafe and Games | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

National Geographic's Beyond King Tut Vancouver

National Geographic’s Beyond King Tut Brings A Groundbreaking Immersive Exhibition To Vancouver. Join In The Discovery Of A Story 3,300 Years In The Making.

Vancouver | Vancouver Convention Centre East | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition

Science World: T.Rex The Ultimate Predator

Kids’ love of dinosaurs is something for the ages! If your child is one who can’t get enough of the massive beasts they are going to be wildly excited about the new attraction coming to town

Vancouver | Science World at TELUS World of Science | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Ready, set, GLOW! It's almost time for Lights with Heights! Bundle up the family and get your festive boots on. Vancouver’s holiday tradition CANYON LIGHTS returns

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge Park | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

Live Music Sunday

If you’re in the mood for some tunes, they’ve got Live Music

Langley | Dead Frog Brewery | 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm | Music

Polar Bear Toonie Skate

Bring family and friends to celebrate the new year!

Burnaby | Bill Copeland Sports Centre | 2:30 pm to 3:35 pm | Family

Sunday Night Jazz

Dave Quinn brings his personality, charm and engaging music

Langley | Mangia E Scappa | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

January 5, 2023

Thu

National Geographic's Beyond King Tut Vancouver

National Geographic’s Beyond King Tut Brings A Groundbreaking Immersive Exhibition To Vancouver. Join In The Discovery Of A Story 3,300 Years In The Making.

Vancouver | Vancouver Convention Centre East | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition

Science World: T.Rex The Ultimate Predator

Kids’ love of dinosaurs is something for the ages! If your child is one who can’t get enough of the massive beasts they are going to be wildly excited about the new attraction coming to town

Vancouver | Science World at TELUS World of Science | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Ready, set, GLOW! It's almost time for Lights with Heights! Bundle up the family and get your festive boots on. Vancouver’s holiday tradition CANYON LIGHTS returns

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge Park | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

Pottery Market at the Beach

Shop local with the Semiahmoo Potters Society. Featuring 30 local potters with functional, sculptural, and whimsical hand-made ceramic pieces.

Surrey | Crescent Beach Pop-up Gallery | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Market

Myles of Smiles Open Mic

Weekly every Thursday a host musician will lead off with a few songs beginning at 6pm, followed by anyone who shows up to perform

Langley | Veggie Bob's Kitchen Cafe | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Learn To Play: All The Azuls

Come and learn to play one of the most popular modern games and its siblings!

Abbotsford | Boardwalk Cafe and Games | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

International Thursdays At Library Square

The only place with the best Vibes in Vancouver at Library Square Pub

Vancouver | Library Square Public House | 8:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Party

January 6, 2023

Fri

National Geographic's Beyond King Tut Vancouver

National Geographic’s Beyond King Tut Brings A Groundbreaking Immersive Exhibition To Vancouver. Join In The Discovery Of A Story 3,300 Years In The Making.

Vancouver | Vancouver Convention Centre East | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition

Science World: T.Rex The Ultimate Predator

Kids’ love of dinosaurs is something for the ages! If your child is one who can’t get enough of the massive beasts they are going to be wildly excited about the new attraction coming to town

Vancouver | Science World at TELUS World of Science | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Ready, set, GLOW! It's almost time for Lights with Heights! Bundle up the family and get your festive boots on. Vancouver’s holiday tradition CANYON LIGHTS returns

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge Park | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

Pottery Market at the Beach

Shop local with the Semiahmoo Potters Society. Featuring 30 local potters with functional, sculptural, and whimsical hand-made ceramic pieces.

Surrey | Crescent Beach Pop-up Gallery | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Market

Live Music at Trading Post Eatery

Live Music at Trading Post Eatery! They’ve booked some amazing local artists to bring you live music

Langley | Trading Post Eatery | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Live Music Night at Five Roads Brewing Co.

Join them every weekend for live music featuring some of Langley’s best talent!

Vancouver | Five Roads Brewing Co. | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

January 7, 2023

Sat

National Geographic's Beyond King Tut Vancouver

National Geographic’s Beyond King Tut Brings A Groundbreaking Immersive Exhibition To Vancouver. Join In The Discovery Of A Story 3,300 Years In The Making.

Vancouver | Vancouver Convention Centre East | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition

Science World: T.Rex The Ultimate Predator

Kids’ love of dinosaurs is something for the ages! If your child is one who can’t get enough of the massive beasts they are going to be wildly excited about the new attraction coming to town

Vancouver | Science World at TELUS World of Science | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Ready, set, GLOW! It's almost time for Lights with Heights! Bundle up the family and get your festive boots on. Vancouver’s holiday tradition CANYON LIGHTS returns

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge Park | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

Pottery Market at the Beach

Shop local with the Semiahmoo Potters Society. Featuring 30 local potters with functional, sculptural, and whimsical hand-made ceramic pieces.

Surrey | Crescent Beach Pop-up Gallery | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Market

Learn To Play Dungeons and Dragons!

On the first Saturday of each month, we will have a Learn To Play D&D Event. This will be open to players of all ages, though players under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult

Abbotsford | Boardwalk Cafe and Games | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Live Music At The Trailhead With The Contingency

Steve Marriott will be playing at the Trailhead from 7 PM – 10 PM on Wednesday, January 4th!

Langley | Smugglers Trail Caskworks (Brewery and Kitchen) | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

January 8, 2023

Sun

National Geographic's Beyond King Tut Vancouver

National Geographic’s Beyond King Tut Brings A Groundbreaking Immersive Exhibition To Vancouver. Join In The Discovery Of A Story 3,300 Years In The Making.

Vancouver | Vancouver Convention Centre East | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition

Science World: T.Rex The Ultimate Predator

Kids’ love of dinosaurs is something for the ages! If your child is one who can’t get enough of the massive beasts they are going to be wildly excited about the new attraction coming to town

Vancouver | Science World at TELUS World of Science | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Inspired by HER

Inspired by HER, presented by the BeaYOUtiful Foundation, is a city-wide conference open to female and non-binary identifying individuals ages 9 to 13, that is rooted in self-love, body-positivity, and confidence building through mentorship

Vancouver | Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Lecture

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Ready, set, GLOW! It's almost time for Lights with Heights! Bundle up the family and get your festive boots on. Vancouver’s holiday tradition CANYON LIGHTS returns

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge Park | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

Pottery Market at the Beach

Shop local with the Semiahmoo Potters Society. Featuring 30 local potters with functional, sculptural, and whimsical hand-made ceramic pieces.

Surrey | Crescent Beach Pop-up Gallery | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Market

Live Music Sunday

If you’re in the mood for some tunes, they’ve got Live Music

Langley | Dead Frog Brewery | 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm | Music

Live Music At The Trailhead With The Contingency

Steve Marriott will be playing at the Trailhead from 7 PM – 10 PM on Wednesday, January 4th!

Langley | Smugglers Trail Caskworks (Brewery and Kitchen) | 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm | Music

Sunday Night Jazz

Dave Quinn brings his personality, charm and engaging music

Langley | Mangia E Scappa | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

January 12, 2023

Thu

Science World: T.Rex The Ultimate Predator

Kids’ love of dinosaurs is something for the ages! If your child is one who can’t get enough of the massive beasts they are going to be wildly excited about the new attraction coming to town

Vancouver | Science World at TELUS World of Science | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Ready, set, GLOW! It's almost time for Lights with Heights! Bundle up the family and get your festive boots on. Vancouver’s holiday tradition CANYON LIGHTS returns

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge Park | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

Pottery Market at the Beach

Shop local with the Semiahmoo Potters Society. Featuring 30 local potters with functional, sculptural, and whimsical hand-made ceramic pieces.

Surrey | Crescent Beach Pop-up Gallery | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Market

Myles of Smiles Open Mic

Weekly every Thursday a host musician will lead off with a few songs beginning at 6pm, followed by anyone who shows up to perform

Langley | Veggie Bob's Kitchen Cafe | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Thursday Artist Talk: Blake Hobson-Dimas, “Developing your Clown in the Pursuit of Magic”

Surrey-based artist Blake Hobson-Dimas shares the art of clown in this Thursday Artist Talk organized by Surrey Art Gallery Association

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Lecture | Free

International Thursdays At Library Square

The only place with the best Vibes in Vancouver at Library Square Pub

Vancouver | Library Square Public House | 8:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Party

January 20, 2023

Fri

Season 21: Dine Out Vancouver 2023

The 21st annual Dine Out Vancouver Festival will take place January 20 to February 5, 2023. Taste the world across the city at more than 350 restaurants with multi-course meals and unique culinary experiences

Vancouver | various places | 8:00 am to 11:59 pm | Food / Wine

Science World: T.Rex The Ultimate Predator

Kids’ love of dinosaurs is something for the ages! If your child is one who can’t get enough of the massive beasts they are going to be wildly excited about the new attraction coming to town

Vancouver | Science World at TELUS World of Science | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Ready, set, GLOW! It's almost time for Lights with Heights! Bundle up the family and get your festive boots on. Vancouver’s holiday tradition CANYON LIGHTS returns

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge Park | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

Tomatoes Tried To Kill Me, But Banjos Saved My Life

An inspirational true story about overcoming obstacles, pursuing passions and the healing power of music

West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre for the Performing Arts | 3:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

Live Music at Trading Post Eatery

Live Music at Trading Post Eatery! They’ve booked some amazing local artists to bring you live music

Langley | Trading Post Eatery | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Live Music Night at Five Roads Brewing Co.

Join them every weekend for live music featuring some of Langley’s best talent!

Vancouver | Five Roads Brewing Co. | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Vancouver Aquarium Dine Out Vancouver Pop-up

With Vancouver Aquarium's Dine Vancouver Pop-up, guests can enjoy an indulgent 3-course meal while they dine among over 65,000 animals. After dinner, guests are encouraged to enjoy the Aquarium on own

Vancouver | Vancouver Aquarium | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Food / Wine

Family Movie Night

The Champlain Heights Youth Council is hosting a family movie night!

Vancouver | Champlain Heights Community Centre | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Family

January 21, 2023

Sat

Season 21: Dine Out Vancouver 2023

The 21st annual Dine Out Vancouver Festival will take place January 20 to February 5, 2023. Taste the world across the city at more than 350 restaurants with multi-course meals and unique culinary experiences

Vancouver | various places | 8:00 am to 11:59 pm | Food / Wine

Science World: T.Rex The Ultimate Predator

Kids’ love of dinosaurs is something for the ages! If your child is one who can’t get enough of the massive beasts they are going to be wildly excited about the new attraction coming to town

Vancouver | Science World at TELUS World of Science | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Ready, set, GLOW! It's almost time for Lights with Heights! Bundle up the family and get your festive boots on. Vancouver’s holiday tradition CANYON LIGHTS returns

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge Park | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

Dine Out Vancouver 2023. Street Food City 11

Vancouver's original street food festival is back for its 11th year outside the Vancouver Art Gallery

Vancouver | šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énk Square, Vancouver Art Gallery | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Food / Wine

Tomatoes Tried To Kill Me, But Banjos Saved My Life

An inspirational true story about overcoming obstacles, pursuing passions and the healing power of music

West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre for the Performing Arts | 3:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

Vancouver Aquarium Dine Out Vancouver Pop-up

With Vancouver Aquarium's Dine Vancouver Pop-up, guests can enjoy an indulgent 3-course meal while they dine among over 65,000 animals. After dinner, guests are encouraged to enjoy the Aquarium on own

Vancouver | Vancouver Aquarium | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Food / Wine

Artists' Panel and Winter Opening

Celebrate the opening of our winter exhibitions kicking off with an artists' panel

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

January 22, 2023

Sun

Season 21: Dine Out Vancouver 2023

The 21st annual Dine Out Vancouver Festival will take place January 20 to February 5, 2023. Taste the world across the city at more than 350 restaurants with multi-course meals and unique culinary experiences

Vancouver | various places | 8:00 am to 11:59 pm | Food / Wine

Science World: T.Rex The Ultimate Predator

Kids’ love of dinosaurs is something for the ages! If your child is one who can’t get enough of the massive beasts they are going to be wildly excited about the new attraction coming to town

Vancouver | Science World at TELUS World of Science | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Ready, set, GLOW! It's almost time for Lights with Heights! Bundle up the family and get your festive boots on. Vancouver’s holiday tradition CANYON LIGHTS returns

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge Park | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

Dine Out Vancouver 2023. Street Food City 11

Vancouver's original street food festival is back for its 11th year outside the Vancouver Art Gallery

Vancouver | šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énk Square, Vancouver Art Gallery | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Food / Wine

Live Music Sunday

If you’re in the mood for some tunes, they’ve got Live Music

Langley | Dead Frog Brewery | 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm | Music

Sunday Night Jazz

Dave Quinn brings his personality, charm and engaging music

Langley | Mangia E Scappa | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Vancouver Aquarium Dine Out Vancouver Pop-up

With Vancouver Aquarium's Dine Vancouver Pop-up, guests can enjoy an indulgent 3-course meal while they dine among over 65,000 animals. After dinner, guests are encouraged to enjoy the Aquarium on own

Vancouver | Vancouver Aquarium | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Food / Wine

January 24, 2023

Tue

Season 21: Dine Out Vancouver 2023

The 21st annual Dine Out Vancouver Festival will take place January 20 to February 5, 2023. Taste the world across the city at more than 350 restaurants with multi-course meals and unique culinary experiences

Vancouver | various places | 8:00 am to 11:59 pm | Food / Wine

Dine Out Vancouver 2023. Street Food City 11

Vancouver's original street food festival is back for its 11th year outside the Vancouver Art Gallery

Vancouver | šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énk Square, Vancouver Art Gallery | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Food / Wine

Robbie Burns Event

Please join us in celebrating Robbie Burns’ birthday day. The afternoon will include traditional bagpipe music, highland dancing and of course a taste of haggis, if you dare!

Vancouver | Champlain Heights Community Centre | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Dine Out Vancouver Festival: Vancouver World Chef Exchange - Ernest & Annalena

Join Annalena Executive Chef and Co-Owner, Mike Robbins in welcoming Chef & Owner of 'Michelin Recommended' Ernest Restaurant in San Francisco, Brandon Rice, for a memorable night of dining as part of this year's Vancouver World Chef Exchange

Vancouver | 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Food / Wine

Vancouver Art Gallery Donation Tuesday

On Tuesday nights the Vancouver Art Gallery drops their regular admission rates and asks people to just make a donation

Vancouver | Vancouver Art Gallery | 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Exhibition

Role Playing Games: Dungeons & Dragons Drop In Adventures!

Take part in a one night Dungeons & Dragons adventure!

Abbotsford | Boardwalk Cafe and Games | 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Active Life / Health | Free

Get Happy! Celebrating Judy Garland

Legendary Hollywood movie star and musical performer Judy Garland is the whole, wonderful show when classic film historian Michael van den Bos presents an over-the-rainbow event celebrating all the joy of Judy to commemorate her Centennial

West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre for the Performing Arts | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Lecture

J.I.D & Smino – Luv Is 4ever Tour

JID and Smino Announce 2023 Co-Headlining Tour

Vancouver | PNE/Playland | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Music

January 26, 2023

Thu

January 27, 2023

Fri

Season 21: Dine Out Vancouver 2023

The 21st annual Dine Out Vancouver Festival will take place January 20 to February 5, 2023. Taste the world across the city at more than 350 restaurants with multi-course meals and unique culinary experiences

Vancouver | various places | 8:00 am to 11:59 pm | Food / Wine

Newlands Club Wed Showcase

Looking for a stunning venue to host your wedding, with a stress-free planning process? Then hurry & get your tickets to our Showcase now!

Langley | Newlands Golf & Country Club | 10:00 am to 8:00 pm | Show

Dine Out Vancouver 2023. Street Food City 11

Vancouver's original street food festival is back for its 11th year outside the Vancouver Art Gallery

Vancouver | šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énk Square, Vancouver Art Gallery | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Food / Wine

Bard in the Valley presents: Almost, Maine

A heartwarming and heartbreaking story that will have you thinking about love in an entirely new way

Langley | Fort Langley Community Hall | 2:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Performing Arts

Live Music at Trading Post Eatery

Live Music at Trading Post Eatery! They’ve booked some amazing local artists to bring you live music

Langley | Trading Post Eatery | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Live Music Night at Five Roads Brewing Co.

Join them every weekend for live music featuring some of Langley’s best talent!

Vancouver | Five Roads Brewing Co. | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Keerat Kaur Artist Talk and Performance

Join Keerat Kaur for an artist talk followed by a sarangi performance where she will be joined by Inderpal Gill

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Lecture | Free

Vancouver Aquarium Dine Out Vancouver Pop-up

With Vancouver Aquarium's Dine Vancouver Pop-up, guests can enjoy an indulgent 3-course meal while they dine among over 65,000 animals. After dinner, guests are encouraged to enjoy the Aquarium on own

Vancouver | Vancouver Aquarium | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Food / Wine

Suzie Vinnick & Lloyd Spiegel

A Saskatoon native transplanted to the Niagara Region of Ontario, Suzie Vinnick is the proud owner of a gorgeous voice, prodigious guitar and bass chops, and an engagingly candid performance style

West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre for the Performing Arts | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

January 29, 2023

Sun

Season 21: Dine Out Vancouver 2023

The 21st annual Dine Out Vancouver Festival will take place January 20 to February 5, 2023. Taste the world across the city at more than 350 restaurants with multi-course meals and unique culinary experiences

Vancouver | various places | 8:00 am to 11:59 pm | Food / Wine

Dine Out Vancouver 2023. Street Food City 11

Vancouver's original street food festival is back for its 11th year outside the Vancouver Art Gallery

Vancouver | šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énk Square, Vancouver Art Gallery | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Food / Wine

Bard in the Valley presents: Almost, Maine

A heartwarming and heartbreaking story that will have you thinking about love in an entirely new way

Langley | Fort Langley Community Hall | 2:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Performing Arts

Live Music Sunday

If you’re in the mood for some tunes, they’ve got Live Music

Langley | Dead Frog Brewery | 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm | Music

Vancouver World Chef Exchange - Slow Burn & Published On Main

Join Published on Main Executive Chef Gus Stieffenhofer-Brandson in welcoming Los Angeles-based chefs Andy Doubrava & Tiffani Ortiz of Slow Burn for a memorable night of dining as part of this year's Vancouver World Chef Exchange.

Vancouver | Published on Main | 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Food / Wine

Sunday Night Jazz

Dave Quinn brings his personality, charm and engaging music

Langley | Mangia E Scappa | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Vancouver Aquarium Dine Out Vancouver Pop-up

With Vancouver Aquarium's Dine Vancouver Pop-up, guests can enjoy an indulgent 3-course meal while they dine among over 65,000 animals. After dinner, guests are encouraged to enjoy the Aquarium on own

Vancouver | Vancouver Aquarium | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Food / Wine