{"id":538650,"date":"2026-03-15T20:21:11","date_gmt":"2026-03-15T20:21:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/538650\/"},"modified":"2026-03-15T20:21:11","modified_gmt":"2026-03-15T20:21:11","slug":"20-fantastic-things-to-do-in-vancouver-this-week-march-16-to-22","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/538650\/","title":{"rendered":"20 fantastic things to do in Vancouver this week: March 16 to 22"},"content":{"rendered":"

Spring has sprung, and we\u2019re ready to have fun!<\/p>\n

Fill your weekly schedule with these 20 great things to do around Vancouver from March 16 to 22: Les Mis\u00e9rables, Goo Goo Dolls, and more.<\/p>\n

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\"Les<\/p>\n

Courtesy of Broadway Across Canada<\/p>\n

What: Broadway Across Canada presents Les Mis\u00e9rables at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre this month. The original musical adaptation of Victor Hugo\u2019s novel about Jean Valjean\u2019s desire for redemption won 14 awards during its debut Broadway season,\u00a0including the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical.<\/p>\n

When: March 18 to 29, 2026
Time: Various times
Where:\u00a0Queen Elizabeth Theatre \u2014 630 Hamilton St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online<\/a><\/p>\n

What: The Britannia Mine Museum invites visitors to take part in the family-friendly spring break activities, including underground tours every 30 minutes, interactive science experiences in the Terra Lab, daily presentations, and more.<\/p>\n

When:\u00a0Now until March 29, 2026
Time:\u00a09 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where:\u00a0Britannia Mine Museum \u2013 150 Copper Dr., Britannia Beach
Cost:\u00a0Drop-in programming is included with general admission; purchase online<\/a><\/p>\n

What: Ex Machina + C\u00f4t\u00e9 Danse\u2019s Hamlet, Prince of Denmark reinvents the archetypal drama into something raw and immediate. Canonical soliloquies that parse the darkest of human instincts and actions: corruption, suicide, betrayal and murder find a riveting new form.<\/p>\n

Guillaume C\u00f4t\u00e9 embodies the central character, wrestling with existential questions of being and nothingness, while Robert Lepage, a master of multiple theatrical disciplines, infuses the Bard\u2019s epic tale of intergenerational trauma with contemporary relevance.<\/p>\n

When: March 18 to 21, 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Where:\u00a0Vancouver Playhouse \u2013 600 Hamilton St., Vancouver
Cost:\u00a0Starting at $40.75, purchase\u00a0online<\/a><\/p>\n

What: The Canucks are back at Rogers Arena this week with several games, including the Florida Panthers on March 17, the Tampa Bay Lightning on March 19, and the St. Louis Blues on March 21.<\/p>\n

When:\u00a0March 17, 19 and 21, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Rogers Arena \u2013 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Vancouver<\/p>\n

Goo Goo Dolls\/Facebook<\/p>\n

What: Legendary 90s band Goo Goo Dolls is sliding into Rogers Forum this month for a show with emo icon Dashboard Confessional. Get ready to sing along to all your favourite hits like \u201cIris,\u201d \u201cName,\u201d \u201cScreaming Infidelities,\u201d and more.<\/p>\n

When: Friday, March 20, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Forum \u2013 33800 King Rd., Abbotsford
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online<\/a><\/p>\n

What:\u00a0The Vancouver Gem & Mineral Show is returning to the PNE Forum with more than 100 gem, mineral, and jewellery vendors from across the country.<\/p>\n

You can wander the forum filled with vendors selling all kinds of crystals, fossils, wearable art, and more. This is the perfect place to ask experts questions and learn more about rocks, minerals, crystals, and gems.<\/p>\n

When:\u00a0March 20 to 22, 2026
Time: 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. (Friday), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Saturday), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sunday)
Where:\u00a0PNE Forum,\u00a02901 East Hastings St., Vancouver
Cost: $6-$8, children 12 and under are free. Three-day tickets also available. Purchase online<\/a><\/p>\n

What: A comedy show with a tropical twist. Ohana Comedy Show blends world-class stand-up with the beauty of Polynesian dance at the intimate China Cloud Studios.<\/p>\n

Hosted by viral comedian Yumi Nagashima\u2014who performs both dance and comedy\u2014the lineup features Amar Singh, Randee Neumyer, and Juno-nominated musical comedian Shirley Gnome. Inspired by the Hawaiian spirit of \u201cOhana (family),\u201d the night promises big laughs, vibrant energy, and a joyful community vibe.<\/p>\n

When: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where:\u00a0The China Cloud \u2013 524 Main St., Vancouver
Tickets: $33.28, purchase online<\/a><\/p>\n

What: Vancouver Whitecaps continue their MLS season this week with a game against the San Jose Quakes on March 21 at BC Place.<\/p>\n

When: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where:\u00a0BC Place \u2013 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Cost:\u00a0Various; purchase online<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Burnaby<\/p>\n

Burnaby Village Museum\/Facebook<\/p>\n

What:\u00a0Burnaby Village Museum is celebrating spring break, and longtime visitors and new guests will discover plenty to enjoy. Special activities throughout the two weeks include Storytime at the Indigenous Learning House, a scavenger hunt, playing heritage games, demos, and more.<\/p>\n

When: March 16 to 27, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (last entry at 4 p.m.)
Where:\u00a0Burnaby Village Museum \u2013\u00a06501 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby
Admission:\u00a0Free<\/p>\n

What: The Vancouver Giants wrap up the regular season with a matchup against the Kamloops Blazers on Saturday, March 21, at the Langley Events Centre.<\/p>\n

When: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Langley Events Centre \u2013 7888 200th St, Langley
Cost: Various; purchase online<\/a><\/p>\n

What:\u00a0Vancouver comedian Bradley Sakawsky presents a radical night of laughs inside a skateboard shop. Get ready for a lineup of the city\u2019s funniest comedians curated by Sakaswsky, with huge laughs, unique points of view, and more.<\/p>\n

When:\u00a0Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Where:\u00a0Flatspot Longboard Shop \u2014 112 East Pender St., Vancouver
Tickets:\u00a0$15-$20, purchase online<\/a><\/p>\n

What:\u00a0Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre and guest presenters are helping nature enthusiasts of all ages discover the wild world around you! The in-person programs include topics such as \u201cRare creatures of Lynn Canyon Park,\u201d \u201cBirds of Prey,\u201d and \u201cLiving with Bears in our Backyard.\u201d<\/p>\n

When: Various dates from March 176to March 28, 2026
Time:\u00a0Various times
Where: Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre \u2013 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, including many by donation. Register online<\/a><\/p>\n

\"things<\/p>\n

Daniel Chai\/Daily Hive<\/p>\n

What: Get ready for an immersive dinner theatre that serves up delicious food and laugh-out-loud moments. Tony & Tina\u2019s Wedding features a traditional Italian-Canadian buffet dinner, dancing, and over 20 outrageous characters to meet.<\/p>\n

When:\u00a0March 20 and 21, April 17 and 18, 2026
Time:\u00a06:30 p.m.
Where: 2205 Commercial Dr., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, purchase online<\/a><\/p>\n

What:\u00a0West Van Card Show features over 100 vendors in two rooms at The Pipe Shop at The Shipyards. Whether you\u2019re looking for sports cards, TCG like Pok\u00e9mon or Magic, or other collectibles, you\u2019re bound to find them at the show.<\/p>\n

When: March 21, April 21, 2026
Time:\u00a012 to 7 p.m.
Where: The Pipe Shop at the Shipyards \u2013 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Cost: $10 cash or $11 if paying with a card. Children 7 and under free when accompanied by an adult<\/p>\n

What:\u00a0Vancouver Public Library hosts a variety of movie screenings for the public at its branches throughout the month, and the best part is they are free to check out. Expect to see the latest Hollywood Blockbusters, timeless classics, and more.<\/p>\n

When:\u00a0Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Time:\u00a05 p.m.
Where: n\u0259\u0301c\u0313a\u0294mat ct Strathcona Branch \u2013 730 East Hastings St., Vancouver
Cost: Free<\/p>\n

What:\u00a0Visitors will find over 85 farms and producers and a selection of food and coffee trucks. Shop for fruits and veggies, eggs and dairy, meat, prepared food, craft beverages, craft items, and more.<\/p>\n

When:\u00a0Every Saturday until March 28, 2026
Time:\u00a010 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where:\u00a050 E 30th Ave. and Ontario St., Vancouver<\/p>\n

\"Chinatown<\/p>\n

Chinatown Storytelling Centre<\/p>\n

What: Learn about Chinatown\u2019s heritage and culture through hands-on activities during Family Saturdays at the Chinatown Storytelling Centre. The event happens on the third Saturday of each month from 12 to 3 p.m. and includes themed activities for guests and free admission for youth 17 years and under.<\/p>\n

When:\u00a0The third Saturday of each month.
Time: 12 to 3 p.m. (Centre is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Where: 168 East Pender St., Vancouver
Cost:\u00a0Free for youth 17 and under; an adult must accompany guests under 12. Admission is $10 to $12; purchase\u00a0online<\/a><\/p>\n

What: Vancouver Goldeneyes take the ice at Pacific Coliseum this week for a home game against the New York Sirens on Wednesday, March 18. The evening will also include a Hannah Miller bobblehead giveaway.<\/p>\n

When: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where:\u00a0Pacific Coliseum at the PNE \u2013 2901 E. Hastings St., Vancouver
Tickets:\u00a0Various prices; purchase\u00a0online<\/a><\/p>\n

What:\u00a0Vancouver Mysteries invites super sleuths to try and solve the strange hauntings happening in the downtown core. Paranormal investigators will use all of their skills to explore four different hauntings while learning about life in the city in the 1910s, 1930s and 1970s along the journey.<\/p>\n

When:\u00a0Daily
Time:\u00a0Various times
Where:\u00a0Secret location to be revealed to players
Cost:\u00a0$35 per player plus GST. Purchase\u00a0Online<\/a><\/p>\n

What:\u00a0Vancouver Comicon features vendors, local creators, and artist special guests at the Heritage Hall. Discover new books, shop for merch, and more. There will be hourly door prizes and free comics for kids.<\/p>\n

When:\u00a0Sunday, March 22, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Heritage Hall \u2013 3102 Main St., Vancouver
Admission:\u00a0$5, children 14 and under free<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Spring has sprung, and we\u2019re ready to have fun! Fill your weekly schedule with these 20 great things…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":499366,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[194298],"tags":[49,48,55],"class_list":["post-538650","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-vancouver","tag-ca","tag-canada","tag-vancouver"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/538650","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=538650"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/538650\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/499366"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=538650"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=538650"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=538650"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}