I want to wish everyone who is celebrating, a very happy Lunar New Year! The year of the tiger kicks off on Tuesday, February 1st and if you are looking for some Lunar New Year celebrations, there are a few on the calendar for this weekend. If you are also looking to get outside and try a new hike with the kids, then check out my latest blog post where I list my favourite family-friendly hikes in the Vancouver area. Here is everything that’s going on for the weekend of January 29 and 30.
LUNARFEST VANCOUVER
Saturday and Sunday, various locations
A selection of events taking place throughout Vancouver celebrating the Lunar New Year. There is a Lantern City installation up next to the Vancouver Art Gallery and another Lantern City at Ocean Art Works on Granville Island.
CELEBRATIONS AT DR. SUN-YAT-SEN CHINESE CLASSICAL GARDEN
Saturday and Sunday, open 10 am – 3 pm, Dr. Sun-Yat-Sen Garden, Chinatown
Explore the corridors enhanced by traditional lanterns, enter a poetry competition to win unique prizes, place your hopes and dreams for the new year on a wishing tree, contemplate the Garden’s unique collection of Tiger items and be a part of a Scavenger Hunt. There will be a special lion dance performance by the Hon Hsing Athletic Club of Vancouver on Saturday from 1pm-2pm. Buy your tickets online ahead of time to ensure a spot (there are capacity limits)
SUPER SATURDAYS: MIGHTY MACHINES
Saturday, 10 am – 4 pm, Fraser River Discovery Centre
HOT CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL
Have you tried out any of the decadent drinks on the menu at this year’s Hot Chocolate Festival. You can check out 100 different hot chocolate designs at 67 participating locations. Head to the website to see all the participating locations.
SOAR OVER TAIWAN
Saturday and Sunday, Fly Over Canada, Canada Place
Looking for something fun to help ring in the year of the Tiger, so what better time to check out the ‘Soar Over Taiwan’ show now on at Fly Over Canada.
LIGHTS AT LAFARGE
Saturday and Sunday, Lafarge Lake, Coquitlam
This is THE last weekend to visit Lafarge Lake light display in Coquitlam. Enjoy a beautifully lit loop that is stroller friendly and great for all ages.
HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS
Sunday, 3 pm, Abbotsford Centre
Basketball entertainment like non-other. Part streetball from the players who defined it, part interactive family entertainment, the new tour will show off the best of the Globetrotters in a dazzling exhibition of talent and game.
