Vancouver wraps up its Lunar New Year celebrations this weekend with a vibrant mix of festive parades, artisan pop-ups, and cultural performances.
From bargain-hunting at sustainable craft sales to creating your own auspicious floral arrangements, there are plenty of ways to enjoy a creative and flavor-filled weekend.
1. Petals, Pastries & Prosperity
Petals, Pastries & Prosperity is a cozy Lunar New Year workshop that blends floral design with sweet treats.
Hosted with For Flora at Beaucoup Bakery, guests will create their own auspicious New Year–inspired arrangement while learning the meanings behind seasonal blooms.
Each ticket also includes a themed pastry and a coffee or tea for a warm, creative start to the celebration.
Date: February 21, 2026
Address: 602 Dunsmuir St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1Y6
Cost: $145
2. Bits + Bobs Samples and Seconds Sale
Bits + Bobs Samples and Seconds Sale is a one-day treasure hunt packed with craft supplies, discontinued items, display props, and one-off pieces from local brands.
Shoppers can score deals on slightly imperfect but fully functional goods, tools, and seasonal stock across categories like ceramics, clothing, home goods, food, and more.
It’s a sustainable, bargain-filled market for curious makers and thrifters.
Date: February 21, 2026
Address: 3102 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3G7
Cost: $4
3. Lunar New Year 2026: Spirit of the Fire Horse
The Lunar New Year weekend celebration features live cultural performances, tastings, family-friendly workshops, and arts and crafts across two festive days.
Guests can enjoy tea ceremonies, calligraphy, cooking demos, lantern displays, and a lineup of food vendors, along with music, dance, and a lion dance finale.
It’s a lively, all-ages event packed with food, culture, and hands-on activities.
Date: February 21 & 22, 2026
Address: 578 Carrall Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 5K2
Cost: $10
4. Lunar New Year at Lansdowne Centre
Lansdowne Centre is ringing in the Year of the Horse with festive décor, live performances, and family-friendly fun throughout the mall.
Guests can catch an opening ceremony and dragon dance, enjoy roaming lion dances, play interactive games, and join Lunar New Year arts and crafts.
With themed photo spots, local shopping finds, and activities for all ages, it’s a lively way to celebrate the season.
Date: February 21 & 22, 2026
Address: 5300 Number 3 Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 2X9
Cost: FREE
5. Food+Fortune Lunar New Year Pop-Up
Dicky’s Dumps is hosting a Lunar New Year pop-up with Say Hey Cafe & Deli right along Chinatown’s parade route on February 22.
Expect handmade dumplings, culturally inspired snacks, and hot drinks to keep you warm while you watch the festivities.
It’s a cozy stop for bites and sips between lion dances and performances throughout the neighbourhood.
Date: February 22, 2026
Address: 156 East Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1T3
Cost: FREE
6. Little Pisces x KL Charmed and Co.
This pop-up with Little Pisces brings an afternoon of charm-making, sweet treats, and cozy vibes.
Guests can create their own charm bracelet, necklace, keychain, or phone charm, making something cute to keep or gift.
It’s a relaxed creative hangout where you can craft, snack, and leave with a handmade piece to take home.
Date: February 22, 2026
Address: 8531 Alexandra Rd #128, Richmond, BC V6X 1C3
Cost: FREE
7. LunarFest Vancouver
LunarFest returns with a lineup of events celebrating the Year of the Horse through music, workshops, trivia, and cultural showcases.
The festival blends old traditions with new energy, from concerts and cooking experiences to lantern displays and community activities.
It’s a vibrant, multicultural celebration designed to bring the city together for the Lunar New Year.
Date: February 14 to 28, 2026
Address: Around Metro Vancouver
Cost: FREE
8. Robson Square Ice Rink
Robson Square Ice Rink invites Vancouverites to embrace a beloved winter tradition with outdoor skating in the heart of downtown.
This open-air rink offers a fun, festive way to enjoy the season, if you’re gliding with friends, spending time with family, or soaking up the city’s winter atmosphere.
It’s a classic, feel-good experience that captures the magic of winter in Vancouver.
Date: November 28, 2025 to February 28, 2026
Address: Robson Square, 800 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC
Cost: Free with your own skates (rentals: skates $5, ice cleats $2, sharpening $5 when available)
9. Destination Downtown Vancouver
Destination Vancouver brings festive winter fun to downtown with glowing lights, outdoor skating, and seasonal attractions for all ages.
Ride the Downtown Vancouver Ferris Wheel for skyline views, skate at Robson Square with free live entertainment, explore illuminated photo spots across neighbourhoods, and discover animal-themed light installations along the waterfront—complete with interactive contests, twinkling trees, and scenic evening strolls.
Date: December 2, 2025 to February 28, 2026
Address: Downtown Vancouver, BC
Cost: From $5
That’s it for this weekend!
See more upcoming events happening in Metro Vancouver by visiting our events calendar.