20 fantastic things to do in Vancouver this week: March 17 to 23

Spring has sprung, and we’re ready to have fun!Fill your weekly schedule with these 20 great events happening around Vancouver from March 17 to 23. Monster Jam, Generation Pixar, and more.Be sure to check out our Listed section for more fantastic things happening around town.To stay up to date on everything happening in Metro Vancouver, B.C., and beyond, sign up for our newsletters.MONSTER JAM VANCOUVERWhat: Monster Jam returns to Vancouver this spring, and the travelling motorsports experience will have some new gigantic beasts along for the ride.The family-friendly event is returning to the Pacific Coliseum for three massive events from March 21 to 23. It will be the only Vancouver stop in 2025.The world champion athletes and their 12,000-pound monster trucks will be tearing up the dirt during the Vancouver Monster Jam Arena Championship Series West shows. Local fans will also experience two new trucks for the very first time.When: March 21 to 23, 2025Time: 7 p.m. (Friday and Saturday), 1 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday). Pit Party passes are also available.Where: Pacific Coliseum – 100 N. Renfrew St., VancouverTickets: Various prices, purchase onlineNOWRUZ NEW YEAR CELEBRATION AT CAPILANO MALLWhat: Capilano Mall is hosting a thrilling Nowruz New Year celebration on March 22, and everyone is invited. Guests will enjoy cultural dance performances by the Academy of Middle Eastern Dance, traditional drumming by Dafan Band, and a Haft-Seen table display by Solievent.When: March 22, 2025Time: 12 to 2 p.m.Where: Grand Court at Capilano Mall – 935 Marine Dr., North VancouverCost: FreeDANCING QUEEN: ABBA X QUEEN DANCE PARTYWhat: Get ready to take over the dance floor because an ABBA and Queen dance party is coming to the Hollywood Theatre this month. DJ Flipout will spin your faves from the two timeless bands plus more hits to get you in the partying mood.When: March 21, 2025Time: 10 p.m.Where: Hollywood Theatre – 3123 W. Broadway, VancouverTickets: $10 plus fees, purchase onlineSPRING BREAK AT BURNABY VILLAGE MUSEUMWhat: Burnaby 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, steam demos, and more.The beloved open-air historical attraction transports people back in time and lets them experience life in a 1920s village, complete with heritage and recreated buildings and staff dressed in the period’s fashion. The carousel will also be open but only at 50 per cent capacity.When: March 17 to 28, 2025Time: 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (last entry at 4 p.m.)Where: Burnaby Village Museum – 6501 Deer Lake Ave., BurnabyAdmission: FreeVANCOUVER WHITECAPS VS CHICAGO FIRE FCWhat: Vancouver Whitecaps aim to continue their hot start to the MLS season with a match against Chicago Fire FC on Saturday, March 22.When: March 22, 2025Time: 7:30 p.m.Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Blvd., VancouverCost: Various; purchase onlineMULTIPLE REALITIES: EXPERIMENTAL ART IN THE EASTERN BLOC, 1960S–1980SWhat: The Vancouver Art Gallery presents Multiple Realities: Experimental Art in the Eastern Bloc, 1960s–1980s, a deep dive into the experimental art made in six Central Eastern European nations on the three decades.The interdisciplinary exhibition features works from nearly 100 artists questioning how, when, and where art could exist and uncovering its various meanings for society.When: Now until April 21, 2025 (closed Tuesdays)Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Saturday to Wednesday), 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Thursday and Friday)Where: 750 Hornby St., VancouverAdmission: $29-$35, free for ages 18 and under, gallery members, Indigenous peoples, and caregivers. Book onlineYUK YUK’S UNIVERSITY SHOWCASEWhat: The latest graduates of Yuk Yuk’s University are about to hit the stage for their big debut. The comedians have trained for weeks with veteran performer Brett Martin and honed their craft to share with comedy lovers. Catch all of the laughs at Yuk Yuk’s Surrey.When: March 20, 2025Time: 7:30 p.m.Where: Yuk Yuks Surrey at Elements Casino – 17755 60th Ave., SurreyTickets: $15 plus tax, purchase onlineSPRING BREAK AT VIFF CENTRE – GENERATION PIXARWhat: Bring the whole family to the VIFF Centre and enjoy an exciting variety of films that everyone will love. The lineup for VIFF’s spring break programming is celebrating everything Pixar, with screenings of 11 different films, talks, music, trivia and more.Whether you’re a fan of Toy Story, Cars, Up, or Finding Nemo, guests of all ages will fall in love with the timeless Pixar classics all over again at VIFF Centre this spring break.When: March 17 to 30, 2025Time: Various screening timesWhere: VIFF Centre — 1181 Seymour St., VancouverTickets: $10-$16. Discounts for students, seniors, and VIFF+ members. Purchase onlineMEET CUTIESWhat: Love is in the air at Chill X Studios with Meet Cuties, a live show where comedians have real first dates onstage and the audience decides what happens next. New comics and new surprises each month.When: March 22, April 25, 2025Time: 7 p.m.Where: Chill x Studio – 2270 Manitoba St., VancouverTickets: Various prices, purchase onlineEXTREME SPORTS: BEYOND HUMAN LIMITSWhat: Science World invites guests to challenge themselves to jump, dive, fly, and climb in a new feature exhibit that explores some of the most exciting sports in the world. Learn the science behind the sports and hear stories from around the world highlighting the dedication and determination of top-class athletes.When: Now until May 19, 2025Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Where: Science World – 1455 Quebec St., VancouverTickets: Available onlineTOPTABLE KITSILANO HIRING FAIRWhat: Toptable Group, which owns several Vancouver restaurants like Araxi, Bar Oso, and Cin Cin, is hosting a Kitsilano Hiring Fair at Blue Water Cafe this week. They are accepting applications for a variety of front and back-of-house roles, including baristas, cooks, cashiers, and bakers.When: March 19 and 20, 2025Time: 3 to 6 p.m.Where: Blue Water Cafe – 1095 Hamilton St., VancouverRegistration: OnlineELEVATE VANCOUVER AUTO SHOWWhat: Car lovers, start your engines! The Vancouver International Auto Show is making its highly anticipated return to the Vancouver Convention Centre from March 19 to 23, 2025The 2025 Auto Show will feature displays of the latest vehicles, test drive opportunities, and insights into electric and hybrid technologies from top automotive manufacturers and local BC dealerships.When: March 19 to 23, 2025Time: 12 to 9 p.m. (Wednesday), 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Thursday to Saturday), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Sunday)Where: Vancouver Convention Centre West — 1055 Canada Pl., VancouverPrice: $19 to $21 for general admission | $14 to $15 for students and seniors | $6 for kids | $38 to $53 for a family pass. Purchase onlineNOWRUZ: FARSI TOUR + FILM SCREENING OF ONE MUST WASH EYESWhat: The Polygon Gallery is hosting a special screening of One Must Wash Eyes, directed by Vancouver-based Iranian filmmaker Sepideh Yadegar, for Nowruz. Guests can also go on a Farsi language tour of the Spring exhibition, Rotimi Fani-Kayode: Tranquility of Communion.When: March 20, 2025Time: Doors 6 p.m.Where: The Polygon Gallery – 101 Carrie Cates Ct., North VancouverCost: By donationWILDLIFE WEEKS: SPRING BREAK AT LYNN CANYON ECOLOGY CENTREWhat: Lynn 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 “Exploring BC Bats,” “Treetop Tales: Forest Magic,” and “Raptor Rescue with OWL Rehab.”When: Various dates from March 17 to March 28, 2025Time: Various timesWhere: Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre – 3663 Park Rd., North VancouverCost: Various prices, including many by donation. Register onlineVANCOUVER GEM & MINERAL SHOWWhat: The Vancouver Gem & Mineral Show is returning to the PNE Forum with more than 100 of gem, mineral, and jewellery vendors from across the country.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.When: March 21 to 23, 2025Time: 1 p.m. to 9 pm (Friday), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Saturday), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sunday)Where: PNE Forum, 2901 East Hastings St., VancouverCost: $6-$8, children 12 and under are free. Three-day tickets are also available. Purchase onlineDAVID CROSSWhat: Award-winning comedian David Cross returns to Canada with his new stand-up tour, The End of The Beginning of The End.David is an Emmy Award winner and Grammy Award nominee. Fans will recognize him from Arrested Development, Mr. Show, Kung Fu Panda, and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.When: March 22, 2025Time: 8 p.m.Where: Vogue Theatre – 918 Granville St., VancouverCost: Various prices, purchase onlineCHAHARSHANBE SURI – PERSIAN NEW YEAR FIRE FESTIVALWhat: The Tri City Iranian Cultural Society invites everyone to celebrate Chaharshanbe Suri, the Iranian fire festival. The community event at Town Centre Park will feature fire jumping, live performances, and a Persian New Year market.When: March 18, 2025Time: 4 to 9 p.m.Where: Town Centre Park — 1299 Pinetree Way, CoquitlamCost: FreeINSOMNIA FESTIVAL 2025What: Insomnia Festival returns to the TRADEX in Abbotsford on Saturday, March 22, and the lineup includes some of the world’s biggest DJs and EDM stars.This year will feature Alesso, Alok, KSHMR, Ben Nicky, and Cosmic Gate. Guests can also check out the new Basszone Stage showcasing Rooler and Lil Texas.When: March 22, 2025Time: 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.Where: Tradex Trade and Exhibition Centre – 1190 Cornell St., AbbotsfordTickets: Various prices; purchase onlineVANCOUVER CANUCKSWhat: The Canucks take on the Winnipeg Jets as the push for the Stanley Cup Playoffs continues. Cheer them on at Rogers Arena when the game starts at 7 p.m.When: March 18, 2025Time: 7 p.m.Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, VancouverCost: Various; purchase onlineTHE BEACH BOYSWhat: The Beach Boys’s Endless Summer Gold Tour announcement coincides with the news that co-founder, lead singer, and lyricist Mike Love has been nominated for induction into the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame.Love has written or co-written some of the most well-known songs in pop music history, including “California Girls,” “I Get Around,” and “Kokomo.”The Beach Boys have sold over 100 million albums, and their founding members were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988. They also released a self-titled documentary on Disney+ in May of this year.When: March 23, 2025Time: 7:30 p.m.Where: Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre — 6066 Thunderbird Blvd., VancouverTickets: Various prices. Purchase online