What’s Happening in Vancouver for Mother’s Day 2026

“A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take.”¹ There are 24 hours in a day and for Mother’s Day MyVanCity.ca has you covered. Count ’em twenty-four ways to treat mom. Whether you’re looking for casual or more formal there is something here for most … Read more

Masterclasses in Alberta: Spotlight on Bourgogne’s Lesser-Known Appellations

Two sessions in Calgary and Edmonton on May 11 and 12 to explore high-potential Bourgogne appellations for trade professionals. Two exclusive masterclasses, organized in partnership with Margaux Burgess in Calgary and Edmonton on May 11 and 12, will offer a fresh perspective on lesser-known Bourgogne appellations. The Bourgogne Wine Board is partnering with Margaux Burgess … Read more

The 16th Verses Festival of Words speaks Truth to Power through Poetry

Canada’s largest spoken word festival centers community action and resiliency Vancouver Poetry House presents the 16th annual Verses Festival of Words from April 27–May 2, 2026, at Chill X Studio. The festival theme is “Intimate Dialogues,” a rumination on the smaller forms of communication that counter mass disinformation through intentional community-building and learning. The 2026 program features showcases of innovative … Read more

Vancouver Opera’s La Bohème Set to Shatter Box Office Records

Vancouver Opera’s La Bohème Set to Shatter Box Office Records Renowned 66-Year-Old Company on Pace for Historic Achievement Vancouver Opera proudly announces that its 2025-2026 season-closing production of Puccini’s La Bohème is tracking to become the highest-grossing opera in the company’s illustrious 66-year history, surpassing the record formerly held by the 2023-2024 season production of Carmen.  … Read more

A Strong Start to 2026 for Summerland Waterfront Resort & Spa

Summerland Waterfront Resort Sees Strong Start to 2026 Earns Provincial Housekeeping Recognition Momentum is building for the 2026 tourism season in the South Okanagan, with Summerland Waterfront Resort & Spa reporting a strong first quarter and rising bookings heading into spring and summer. The resort team notes demand in Q1 2026 exceeded early-year expectations, with … Read more

Visa Infinite Dining Series Spring Events—British Columbia

Visa Infinite Dining Series experiences Explore a world of fine flavours and special dining experiences for Visa Infinite® and Visa Infinite Privilege® cardholders VANCOUVER Kavita, Vancouver 250 W 3rd Ave, Vancouver Wednesday May 13 5:30 & 8:30 PM $225 per person Chef Tushar’s modern-Indian Kavita takes a French spin. About this Visa Infinite Dining Series Experience … Read more

Vancouver’s Prophecy Named #32 by North America’s 50 Best Bars

Vancouver’s Prophecy Named #32 by North America’s 50 Best Bars 50 Best returned to Vancouver this week to announce its exclusive list of North America’s Best Bars for 2026, with Vancouver’s very own Prophecy ranking number 32. Following an incredibly successful second year in business, Prophecy climbed from #53 in 2025 to lock in the … Read more

Bard on the Beach Opens 2026 Season with a Hilarious Take on The Merry Wives of Windsor

Bard on the Beach Opens 2026 Season with a Hilarious Take on The Merry Wives of Windsor On the BMO Mainstage from June 9 to September 19 On June 9th, Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival launches its 37th Season on the BMO Mainstage in Sen̓áḵw/Vanier Park with a hilarious take on The Merry Wives … Read more

STEEPED IN TRADITION: MARAIS TEA COMPANY

STEEPED IN TRADITION: MARAIS TEA COMPANY AND THE PARISIENNE MARKET CELEBRATE FIRST ANNIVERSARY IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN CHILLIWACK Calm, Connections and Comfort Abound at Tea House & Café That Shares Space with Popular French-Inspired Boutique The Parisienne Market French-inspired tea atelier Marais Tea Company  is celebrating its first year of offering comfort, steeped daily … Read more

Some Assembly Theatre Company Launches 26th Season with GLITCH

The World Premiere of a New Play Written and Directed by Valerie Methot in collaboration with Diverse Metro Vancouver Youth and Artists May 6 – 9, 2026 Roundhouse Performance Centre Some Assembly Theatre Company is proud to produce and present the world premiere of GLITCH from Wednesday, May 6 to Saturday, May 9 at the Roundhouse Performance Centre. … Read more