All Events

Sun May 26, 2013 - Sun May 26, 2013

Run on behalf of local kids in need. Experience Richmond's spectacular Olympic Oval Plaza while running or walking along the beautiful middle arm of the Fraser River. Free on-site activities and entertainment - like our great Kids Zone! Individuals, families, corporate, community, school teams all welcome!

Sun May 26, 2013 - Sun May 26, 2013

Help the Angels raise funds for travel to the Western Regionals!

The Anarchy Angels Roller Derby Team are doing a fundraiser scrimmage and after party. Come and meet the team, learn about roller derby and help the Angels achieve their goal of going to the Western Regional tournament this summer. Or, get your skates on with us in a mixed men & women scrimmage (must have passed minimum skills and have valid proof of insurance).

After we head to the Henry Public House (5708-176th Street, just down the street).

Skaters - $15 Scrimmage

Spectators - $5 Watch the Scrimmage

Sun May 26, 2013 - Sun October 13, 2013

Our authentic community-based Farmers' Market with all the fabulous vendor-produced goods, including fresh fruits and veggies, with an emphasis on locally-grown farm produce. There are also baked goods, preserves, garden products (bedding plants, hanging baskets and flowers), many specialty food items such as organic cheese, local seafood, and gourmet dog biscuits plus unique crafts by local crafts people. Much, much more awaits you. You can purchase a cup of fair trade coffee (or buy it by the bag) and enjoy live entertainment and other activities in a delightful ambiance.

Mon May 27, 2013 - Sun June 02, 2013

Embark on A Journey of Discovery with the annual Vancouver International Children's Festival at its new home on Granville Island. Featuring acclaimed performances from Canada and around the world. Not to be missed!

Tue May-28-13

With the participation of artists, can urban infrastructure designs be re-imagined to renew the relationship between citizens and their environment? Artist and architect duo, Sans façon, explore the relationship between people and places through site-specific projects such as performances and permanent pieces in public spaces, and strategies that involve artists in the rethinking of specific places.

This is the first of three talks in The Lulu Series: Art in the City 2013, featuring engaging discussions on Art in the City and its importance to establishing connections between citizens and their communities.

To reserve your FREE seats, please email lulu[at]richmond.ca.

Thu May 30, 2013 - Sat June 08, 2013

Celebrate the raucous energy and infectious rhythms of Bhangra at the HSBC City of Bhangra Festival. The festival takes place in venues throughout downtown Vancouver and Surrey, with 10 days of free and ticketed events. Highlights this year include a free concert (located at the Vancouver Art Gallery Plaza), Celebrate the Harvest (an event featuring collaborations between and performances from Israeli folk dance and Punjabi folk arts), interactive workshops, demonstrations and a closing gala. Drawing international attention every year, the festival sees performances by musicians and dancers from Canada, the United States, India, the United Kingdom, Finland, Denmark and more.

Fri May 31, 2013 - Fri October 11, 2013

A small, but festive, farmers' market. 4th St, in Lytton, is blocked off to vehicle traffic, and the market is set up. There is a wide range of fruits, vegetables, poultry and assorted goods available. The selection varies each week, depending on what is seasonally available. There is usually one or two musicians performing. Lytton is recorded to be the hottest place in Canada, but the market is on a shaded street, with multiple tents.

Fri May 31, 2013 - Sat June 08, 2013

Vancouver Craft Beer Week is back, baby! Featuring larger events, more breweries and special guests from the brewing industry (local and abroad), VCBW consists of a series of signature festival events and independently organized satellite events at numerous venues around town. Check out the Events page for ticketing information, the Specials page for walk-up events and the Official Beer page to find out more about this year's VCBW Collaboration Cascadian Dark Ale. Cheers!

Sat June 01, 2013 - Sun June 09, 2013

This fun-filled event offers little engineers and their families the opportunity to take a ride with a 15-ton replica of Thomas the Tank Engine, star of the popular Thomas & Friends series. Children will take a ride along with their favorite engine friend on his latest adventure and participate in Thomas-themed activities.

Sat June 01, 2013 - Sat June 01, 2013

The Heights Merchants and Community Present: Hats Off Day on Saturday June 1, 2013 from 9:30am - 4:00pm.

It's a party along Burnaby's Hastings Street, as Heights Merchants and the community "take their hats off" to their customers, locals, and visitors alike. Jump down the rabbit hole for a 'Mad Hatter's' celebration on Hastings Street! You'll find a kids fun run, a parade, a vintage car show, food, music, and adventure for all ages.

Visit us online or see the event program in the Wednesday, May 29 issue of the Burnaby Now.