March is here, and Vancouver is waking up. This week brings a packed calendar — live dance from six continents, a run fuelled by chocolate, wine from 14 countries, and a chance to march for something that matters. Spring energy is building. Here's what's happening in our city.
This Week's Events
This is one of those weeks where it's hard to pick just one thing. There's live performance, community sport, cultural celebration, and a chance to literally march through the streets together. What we love about weeks like this is the range — there's something here whether you want to sit in a candlelit church listening to choral harmonies or lace up your shoes and run the Seawall. The common thread? Every one of these events brings people together.
Vancouver International Dance Festival
📅 March 4–14 | Shows at 6, 7, and 8:30 PM
📍 Various venues across Vancouver
VIDF's 26th season brings world premieres, street dance, Indigenous perspectives, and interdisciplinary works from artists across six continents. Tickets range from $10 to $60, with free and low-cost programming available too. A cornerstone of Vancouver's arts scene — check the full schedule and pick a show.
🔗 vidf.ca
Jully Black at the Biltmore
📅 Wednesday, March 4 | Doors at 7:00 PM
📍 Biltmore Cabaret, Mount Pleasant (19+)
One of Canada's most celebrated R&B and soul artists plays an intimate midweek show. Jully Black has been a force in Canadian music for over two decades — catching her in a room this small is a treat. Tickets are about $49 and still available.
🔗 biltmorecabaret.com
Chor Leoni: PopCappella
📅 Friday, March 6 at 7:30 PM | Saturday, March 7 at 3:30 PM & 7:30 PM
📍 St. Andrew's-Wesley United Church, Downtown
Vancouver's 65-voice choir brings high-energy pop arrangements to life — think Beach Boys, Bruce Springsteen, Sara Bareilles, and the B-52s, backed by a live band. Tickets from $20 to $70, with discounted pricing for those 35 and under.
🔗 chorleoni.org
Vancouver Chocolate Run
📅 Saturday, March 7 | Starting at 9:00 AM
📍 Lumberman's Arch, Stanley Park
Choose your distance — 5K, 10K, or half marathon — along the Stanley Park Seawall. Registration broke records this year and the main bibs are sold out, but yellow bib options are still available. A great community running event with a sweet finish.
🔗 tryevents.ca/chocolate-run
HSBC Vancouver Sevens
📅 Saturday, March 7 & Sunday, March 8
📍 BC Place
Canada's biggest rugby party. The world's top men's and women's teams compete in fast-paced sevens action, with Canada playing on home turf. With the FIFA World Cup coming to Vancouver this summer, it's a great time to soak up some international sports energy.
🔗 vansevens.com
International Women's Day March
📅 Sunday, March 8 | 12:00–3:00 PM (sign-making starts at 11:00 AM)
📍 šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl'e7énḵ Square (Vancouver Art Gallery, North Plaza)
Speeches from local activists and community leaders, followed by a march across Vancouver. There's a free sign-making station, a kids' activity table, and ASL interpreters on site. A powerful way to show up for our community.
🔗 vancouverwomensday.ca
Vancouver International Wine Festival
📅 March 7–14 | Various event times
📍 Vancouver Convention Centre + restaurants across the city
The Wine Festival celebrates its 47th year with 114 wineries from 14 countries, featuring France as the spotlight region. The main Tasting Room events run March 12–14 ($109–$119), or check out themed brunches and wine dinners throughout the week.
🔗 vanwinefest.ca
Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival
📅 Through March 11 | Various showtimes
📍 Rio Theatre, Cinematheque, and other venues
Over 40 films celebrating climbing, snow sports, mountain biking, and the environment — plus guest speakers and workshops. VIMFF has been running since February 27, so this is your last week to catch the in-person screenings before they move to streaming.
🔗 vimff.org
Looking Ahead
A couple of things worth putting on your radar now — one coming up next week, and one that defines spring in our city.
CelticFest Vancouver
📅 March 13–15
📍 Various venues including Hollywood Theatre (Kitsilano) and Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza
Western Canada's largest Celtic festival returns with live music, a St. Patrick's Day Ceilidh, and a free Family Day on March 15. More details in next week's Scoop.
Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival
📅 March 27–April 12
📍 Parks and gardens across the city
Spring's main event. Vancouver's 43,000+ cherry trees are getting ready to bloom — the festival brings picnics, walks, and cultural celebrations. Start planning now.
Give Back: Volunteer Spotlight
Vancouver is better when we show up for each other — not just at events, but in the quieter moments too. Here are two ways to give your time this month. Both are genuinely needed and easy to get started with.
Greater Vancouver Food Bank
Volunteer applications opened March 2nd. The Food Bank needs help with food sorting, repackaging, and preservation — and they're specifically looking for interpreters who speak Farsi, Mandarin, or Cantonese. No experience needed, just be 15+ and complete a free criminal record check. A hands-on way to make a real difference in our city.
YWCA Metro Vancouver — Business Mentors Needed
YWCA's PowerUp Ready program is a 10-week entrepreneurship training course for women starting or growing their businesses. They're looking for volunteer business mentors to provide guidance and support. If you've got business experience and want to help lift someone up, this is a meaningful commitment.
That's the Scoop for this week. See you out there, Vancouver.
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