The Cherry Blossom Festival has ended in Metro Vancouver but the Richmond Night Market opens this weekend.
Fans of the annual market can sample food from hundreds of vendors, meaning you had better bring an appetite (and make plans to return if you want to try everything).
Flower fans still have their choice of three festivals near Metro Vancouver where they can snap the perfect selfie in a field of vibrant blooms (but they are all a bit of a drive away).
If you're looking for an indoor activity, Justin Timberlake will showcase his pop/R&B prowess at Rogers Arena on Monday, April 29.
The Canucks aren't playing locally this weekend but fans will be glued to screens across the Lower Mainland. If you don't want to watch the games at home or in a restaurant, there are some indoor viewing parties to attend.
Here are the "don't miss" events in Vancouver this weekend:
Richmond Night Market
In celebration of the Year of the Dragon, this year's summer night market theme will be "Summer Sweet Dragon."
Patrons can peruse 600 international food options and 110 retail booths and enjoy huge bouncy castles, live performances and carnival games.
When: April 26 to Oct. 20, Friday from 7 p.m. to midnight and Saturday from 7 - 11 p.m.
Where: Property south of the River Rock Casino - 8351 River Rd., Richmond
Cost: General admission is $8.5 while a "Zoom Pass" for five entries is $40. Entry is free for children under 7 years old and seniors 60 or above. Tickets available at the door.
Canucks vs. Predators playoff hockey
Canucks fans who aren't keen on watching playoff games at home have several indoor options to watch them across the region (outside of restaurants and bars).
Fans can keep the spirit of the playoffs alive at Rogers Arena during its $15 viewing parties or watch it for free in the Plaza at The Amazing Brentwood. The Social Heart Plaza at the North Delta Recreation Centre and the Port Coquitlam Community Centre will also have free events.
When: Friday, April 26 (4:30 p.m. start) and Sunday, April 28 (2 p.m. start)
Where: Various locations.
Cost: Free to $15. Get information on various events.
Verses Festival of Words
Canada's largest spoken word festival, The Verses Festival of Words, comes to Vancouver this weekend. Toronto's Poet Laureate Lillian Allen will give the keynote. She's described as "a powerhouse who is also known as the 'godmother' of spoken word."
This year's poets will perform under the theme of “Learning and Remembering," which highlights "education, lineage, and the passing of knowledge, fortifying bonds between emerging and established poets through workshops, performances, talks, and the annual Canadian Individual Poetry."
When: April 18 - 27
Where: PerformanceWorks - 1218 Cartwright St., The Nest - 1398 Cartwright St. 3rd Floor, Vancouver Film School - 198 W Hastings St. and the Wise Hall - 1882 Adanac St.
Cost: Most of the festival events are either by donation or have a low ticket cost (around $10)
Three tulip festivals in bloom near Vancouver
Part of the Abbotsford Summer Flower Festival, the Lakeland Flower Abbotsford Tulip Festival has over 35 acres of tulips and fields of flowers, featuring over 100 varieties of vibrant tulips. There are also walking trails and places to snap breathtaking photographs on raised viewing platforms. There will be fun items like baby grand pianos, giant shoes and swings.
The stunning coastal mountains will frame snaps taken "during gorgeous sunrises and sunsets" and at peak Instagrammable "golden hour."
Other flower festivals include the Harrison Tulip Festival and the Botanica Tulip Festival.
When: Now through May 5 or 12 (depending on the festival).
Where: Lakeland Flowers - 3663 Marion Rd.; Onos Farms - 5039 Lougheed Hwy, Agassiz; and Botanica Tulip Festival - 41310 Royalwood Dr, Chilliwack.
Cost: Prices vary by festival. Get information about individual festivals and ticket prices.
Justin Timberlake's Everything I Thought It Was show
It might be just after the weekend but it is worth mentioning that Justin Timberlake will be "Bringing Sexy Back" to Vancouver on Monday night.
The former N'Sync star is kicking off his world tour in the city following the release of his sixth studio album, Everything I Thought It Was.
After Vancouver, Timberlake and his crew will cross the border and play a show in Seattle on Thursday, May 2 before heading to other U.S. cities including Los Angeles, Atlanta, Miami, Chicago, New York, and more.
When: Monday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena - 800 Griffiths Wy.
Cost: Ticket prices start at $80 with $15.20 for taxes and fees with Ticketmaster ($95.20) and climb up over $315.
Steve Aoki Concert
DJ Steve Aoki will be joined by Felix Cartal for a show at the Harbour Convention Centre. The popular entertainer is also bringing some special guests for a night of dancing at the downtown Vancouver venue.
The event is 19+ and ID is required.
When: Friday, April 26 at 10 p.m.
Where: Harbour Convention Centre - 760 Pacific Blvd.
Cost: $99 - $110. Get tickets.
Science World: Dream Tomorrow Today
This immersive, hands-on exhibition shows how STEAM can create a positive future with interactive exhibits and full-body experiences.
Kids can practice social-emotional flexibility and self-direction through STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts & design and math) collaboration the exhibition.
When: Runs daily until May 5, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Where: Science World - 1455 Quebec St.
Cost: Varies. Get tickets.
With files from Vikki Hui/Richmond News.
