Concerts & Shows
From kids’ concerts to entertainment the whole family will enjoy, Metro Vancouver hosts an astounding number of concerts & shows each year.
Gateway Theatre Presents: “Where Have All the Buffalo Gone”
Head to the theatre on Family Day for a show that is both highly entertaining and educational. Where Have All the Buffalo Gone is an Axis Theatre production, presented by Gateway Theatre, that follows the souls of two Métis people during crucial moments in Metis history. Filled with live music,
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Celebrate Connection at The Family Forward Festival presented by Carousel Theatre
Get ready for a full weekend of connection and creativity at Carousel Theatre for Young People’s NEW Family Forward Festival! It’s three full days of family-friendly programming over – you guessed it – the Family Day long weekend! With shows for every age and interest, there is sure to be
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BIG BANG Festival
This joyful music festival promises a vibrant journey through colourful experiences: mini-concerts, interactive fun, surprise performances, and more! Children don’t just have to sit still and listen but are swept up in the magic and excitement of music. There’s more than just music! Kids can explore hands-on activities, like the
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Matriarchs Uprising Festival
The Matriarchs Uprising Festival, presented by O.Dela Arts and The Dance Centre celebrates contemporary dance by Indigenous women from Canada and Australia with live performances, workshops, and film screenings. Matriarchs Uprising Festival: Date: February 16-21, 2026 Time: Varies based on event Venue: ScotiaBank Dance Centre Address: 677 Davie Street, Vancouver
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Ballet Jörgen’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
Don’t miss Ballet Jörgen’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream this winter! This new, family-friendly production reimagines Shakespeare’s comedy in the enchanting landscapes of Northern Canada. Ballet Jörgen’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream: Date: February 7, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM Venue: Massey Theatre Address: 735 Eighth Ave., New Westminster Website: ticketsnw.ticketpro.ca
Tempting Providence by Robert Chafe
If seeing more theatre is on your list for 2026, don’t miss this creative show set inside a stunning barn! “Tempting Providence” by Robert Chafe follows Nurse Myra Bennett, who is responsible for 500km of rural Newfoundland coastline. Determined to make her mark, Myra must brave the culture shock, and
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Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch
Don’t miss this heartwarming theatre production geared specifically for children ages 3-8 years old and their grown ups. “Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch” follows a man leading a lonely life until one day, he receives a candy-filled heart with an anonymous note that makes his world brighter. This charming tale
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The Great Canadian Sing-a-long
Join Piano Heist duo Patrick Courtin and Nico Rhodes for the Great Canadian Singalong, which is a joyful, all-ages celebration where the audience becomes the choir. From nostalgic kids’ songs to iconic Canadian classics, you’ll learn the melodies and harmonies of the tunes you love (no perfect pitch required!) and
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Ventastic! Reimagining the Art of Ventriloquism
Don’t miss America’s Got Talent top ventriloquist Michael Harrison! All ages will enjoy this performance, which combines comedy, ventriloquism, and master showmanship! Ventastic!Reimagining the Art of Ventriloquism: Date: January 31, 2026 Time: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM Venue: Anvil Theatre Address: 777 Columbia Street, New Westminster Website: anviltheatre.ca
Royal Winnipeg Ballet
Back in BC for the first time is 10 years, the Royal Winnipeg Ballet returns with a stunning double bill featuring Carmina Burana, alongside the powerful West Coast premiere of T’əl: The Wild Man of the Woods. Royal Winnipeg Ballet: Date: February 9 & 10, 2026 Time: 7:30 PM Venue:
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