Richmond Holi Festival
2025-04-05 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | South Arm Community Centre, 8880 William Road, Richmond, BC, Canada
April 5
Richmond Holi Festival
South Arm Community Centre
8880 William Road
1pm-4pm
Experience the vibrant tapestry of Indian culture at the Indians in Richmond Holi Festival in Richmond, BC! Join us for a free celebration brimming with music, dance, and endless fun, surrounded by the warmth of community and the beauty of Richmond’s landscape. Come together with friends and family to create unforgettable memories against the backdrop of this joyous festival, where everyone is welcome to revel in the spirit of unity and diversity.
Website: https://www.richmond.ca/culture/calendar/search/Event.aspx?EventID=18503

Richmond Cherry Blossom Festival
2025-04-06 11:00 - 16:00 | Garry Point Park, 12011 Seventh Avenue, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E 4X2, Canada
April 6
Richmond Cherry Blossom Festival
Garry Point Park
11am-4pm
The Richmond Cherry Blossom Festival returns on April 6! Enjoy cherry blossoms at Garry Point Park with cultural displays like calligraphy, Taiko drummers, and more. Savour delicious Japanese dishes from local vendors and celebrate Richmond’s vibrant springtime!
Website: https://richmondcherryblossomfest.ca/

Swingout Richmond Live Band Night - Live music by Backporch Serenaders
2025-05-03 19:00 - 22:30 | 3551 Moncton Street, 3551 Moncton Street, Richmond, Canada
May 3
Swingout Richmond Live Band Night – Live music by Backporch Serenaders
3551 Moncton Street
7pm-10:30pm
Enjoy an evening of music and dance in the heart of Steveston! No dance or music experience required, join the Beginner workshop, and come for a good time! All ages are welcome.
Website: https://swingoutrichmond.square.site/

BYU Legends: Seasons
2025-05-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
May 15
BYU Legends: Seasons
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
7pm
In a celebration of the cultural heritage of North and South America and the South Pacific, Living Legends presents a vibrant display of energy, music, costume, and dance. Talented performers of native descent capture the rhythms of Polynesia, portray the fascinating legends of Native American people, and dazzle the senses with the energy of Latin America. Their lavish attire and intricate choreography are both authentic representations of the showcased cultures. Living Legends prioritizes tours in their native lands, a practice that encourages excellence and inspires a love for native culture in both the performers and their audiences.
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/byu-seasons/

Pearl Jubilee Celebration
2025-05-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
May 24
Pearl Jubilee Celebration
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
6pm
Presented by the Vancouver Academy of Dance.
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/vad-2025/

Frozen: Richmond Academy of Dance
2025-06-06 - 2025-06-07 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
June 6 – June 7
Frozen: Richmond Academy of Dance
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
6:30pm (June 6) and 1pm (June 7)
Join The Richmond Academy of Dance for a whimsical and wonderful performance of dance, acting and song presented by the entire Academy! This performance is sure to put a smile on your face!
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/frozen-2025/

Celebration of Dance: Richmond Academy of Dance
2025-06-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
June 7
Celebration of Dance: Richmond Academy of Dance
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
7:30pm
Celebrating 38 years, the Richmond Academy of Dance presents a “Celebration of Dance”. An inspiring performance highlighting our dancers, singers, and actors who have graced the stages in local and international competitions to high acclaim, winning the season’s top awards! Includes renowned choreographed works and our BC provincial singers and dancers. Be inspired by the talent that flourishes at the Academy and enjoy first-class entertainment from some of Richmond’s most talented youth! These are Canada’s future professionals!
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/cod-2025/

AM Dream Blossom: AM Dance Education
2025-06-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
June 8
AM Dream Blossom: AM Dance Education
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
6:30pm – 8:30pm
AM Dance Education’s Year-end show, AM Dream Blossom, is where students showcase their talents through dance programs of all styles, providing you with an afternoon full of fun and excitement. Students have worked incredibly hard all year to prepare for this show, making it the perfect way to close out the year. We look forward to your support and hope you’ll join us!
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/amdb/

Swingout Richmond Live Band Night
2025-06-14 19:00 - 22:30 | The HUB, 201-3800 Bayview Street, Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
June 14
Swingout Richmond Live Band Night
3551 Moncton Street
7pm-10:30pm
Live music by The Fraser Valley Stompers. Enjoy an evening of music and dance in the heart of Steveston! No dance or music experience required, join the Beginner workshop, and come for a good time! All ages are welcome.
Website: https://www.swingoutrichmond.ca/events

Latino Family Day
2025-06-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Minoru Centre for Active Living, 7191 Granville Ave, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 4G2, Canada
June 28
Latino Family Day
Minoru Centre for Active Living
7191 Granville Avenue
11am-2pm
Once a year we have the opportunity to celebrate Latino Culture with families who are living in Richmond. Everyone is invited, all ages are welcome. Participants: Yollotl collective, a group of mexican musicians, music called Fandango from Veracruz State, Mexico; and a Prehispanic Dance exhibition with Casa Meshiko Dance Group.
Website: https://www.richmond.ca/culture/calendar/search/Event.aspx?EventID=18587

Steveston Salmon Festival
2025-07-01 09:30 - 18:00 | Steveston Village, Steveston Village
July 1
Steveston Salmon Festival
Steveston Village
Parades from 9:30am-12pm
Ready to wear your bright red T-shirt, wave some little paper flags and paint your face with a maple leaf or two? The Steveston Salmon Festival—Metro Vancouver’s most beloved Canada Day celebration––is back for its 78th edition. And, once again, around 75,000 locals and visitors are expected to gather for the joyful July 1 festivities. A daylong playbill of toe-tapping performances is scheduled at the 2025 Steveston Salmon Festival––with several stages dotted around the site. Among this year’s eclectic and entertaining acts are crowd-pleasers such as The Dimes, The Aristo-Cats and Dr. Strangelove. You’ll also find Norman Foote, The Good Vibe Guys and Richmond-based junior rock band, The Buttery Biscuits.
Website: https://stevestonsalmonfest.ca/
Performance Schedule: https://stevestonsalmonfest.ca/performance-schedule/
Details: https://www.visitrichmondbc.com/blogs/activities-attractions/richmond-canada-day-the-insiders-guide/

Roots of Compassion
2025-07-05 12:00 - 15:00 | Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R9, Canada
July 5
Roots of Compassion
Richmond Cultural Centre
7700 Minoru Gate
12pm-3pm
Join us at Roots of Compassion, where we’ll explore and celebrate Cambodian (Khmer) culture through classical dance, arts, and food! The Cambodian Cultural Centre —a newly founded non-profit—invites you and your loved ones to celebrate the vibrancy and resilience of Cambodian arts and culture. This immersive community gathering commemorates the 50th year anniversary of the fall of Phnom Penh to the Khmer Rouge in 1975. Roots of Compassion is an interactive and moving experience featuring powerful storytelling through classical dance, photography and poetry.
Full Details: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/roots-of-compassion-tickets-1389818607869

22nd Annual Richmond Maritime Festival
2025-08-23 - 2025-08-24 | Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E 6P3, Canada
August 23 – August 24
22nd Annual Richmond Maritime Festival
Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site
5180 Westwater Drive
11am-6pm
Celebrate our city’s diverse nautical history at the 22nd Annual Richmond Maritime Festival! Enjoy a vibrant program of free live music, maritime-themed kids activities, a display of beautifully restored wooden boats and ships, and much more.
Website: richmondmaritimefestival.ca

Hawaiian Aloha Night
2025-08-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
August 30
Hawaiian Aloha Night
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
6pm
Enjoy Hawaiian night with Wailele Wai Wai. Share the aloha spirit with lots of Hawaiian dance, ukulele, and a guest chorus.
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/aloha-night-25/

Steveston Community Appreciation Day
2025-09-07 10:00 - 14:30 | steveston community centre
September 7
Steveston Community Appreciation Day
4111 Moncton Street
10am-2:30pm
Join us to celebrate our community and the existing Steveston Community Centre and Library before it closes in December. This community appreciation day of free offerings includes face painting, Family Storytime with the Library, arts and crafts, entertainment and more! Drop-ins and sign-up activities for all ages.
Website: https://richmond.ca/culture/calendar/special-events/stevesetoncommunityday.htm

Culture Days
2025-09-19 - 2025-10-12 | BC
September 19 – October 12
Culture Days
Celebrated nationally and experienced locally, Culture Days highlights the talents of artists, cultural producers, dancers, designers, makers, musicians, performers, photographers, writers and others who open their creative spaces to the public or present free, participatory activities and experiences. Richmond’s artists and cultural organizations will offer free or pay-what-you-may experiences such as hands-on workshops, creative placemaking activities, behind-the-scenes tours, open studio events, information sessions and demonstrations, event organizers are increasing awareness, pride and participation in the arts and activating public spaces through, and for, the arts.
The Richmond Arts Coalition will be presenting a youth art exhibition with an interactive element outside of our Cornerspace in the Richmond Cultural Centre Annex (7660 Minoru Gate), a result of youth art workshops conducted in partnership with School District 38.
City of Richmond listings: https://www.richmond.ca/culture/calendar/special-events/culturedays.htm
Culture Days website: https://culturedays.ca/en/events

Thunder From Down Under
2025-09-25 19:00 - 21:30 | River Rock Casino Resort, 8811 River Road, Richmond, British Columbia, V6X 3P8, Canada
September 25
Thunder From Down Under
River Rock Casino Resort
8811 River Road
7pm
Arguably one of Australia’s hottest (and most chiselled) exports, Thunder From Down Under has been igniting passions and thrilling audiences worldwide since 1991 with their steamy live shows. Consisting of Australia’s most eligible (and oiled) men, their all-male revue is guaranteed to set the mood for any girls’ night out. Known for their jaw-dropping performances, these bronzed beauties have made Las Vegas their home since 2001—but now, they’re taking their cheeky charm on the road.
Website: https://greatcanadian.com/event/thunder-from-down-under-3/

Oktoberfest
2025-10-25 18:00 - 23:00 | Austria Vancouver Club, 5851 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
October 25, 6pm
Oktoberfest
Austria Vancouver Club
5851 Westminster Hwy
Come to Oktoberfest with the The Silver Stars and the Edelweiss Dancers. $50 including dinner.
Website: www.austriavancouverclub.ca

Minoru Halloween Fireworks Festival
2025-10-31 18:30 - 21:15 | Minoru Park, 7191 Granville Avenue, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 4G2, Canada
October 31, 6:30pm-9:15pm
Minoru Halloween Fireworks Festival
Minoru Park
7191 Granville Avenue
Richmond proudly continues its tradition as one of the few municipalities in the Lower Mainland to host a free fireworks display on Halloween night. This year’s theme is “Creepy Carnival”, and the event promises a thrilling evening packed with entertainment and spooky fun for all ages. Guests will enjoy a live performance from the Show Stoppers Glee Club, setting the tone for a festive night. Throughout the park, roving performers, jugglers, professional pumpkin carvers, and stilt walkers will bring the carnival atmosphere to life, while fire performers and acrobats deliver high-energy spectacles that are sure to amaze.
Website: https://www.richmond.ca/culture/calendar/special-events/halloween.htm

Swingout Richmond – Live Band Night
2025-11-29 18:00 - 21:30 | 3551 Moncton Street, 3551 Moncton Street, Richmond, Canada
November 29, 6pm-9:30pm
Swingout Richmond – Live Band Night
3551 Moncton Street, 2nd floor
Join Trevor’s Trio for an evening of dance and music. Includes beginner Lindy Hop workshop, 3 hours of dancing and 2 hours of live music!
Website: https://swingoutrichmond.square.site

Islamic Art Experience 2025
2025-11-30 12:00 - 16:00 | Brighouse Library, 100-7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 1R8, Canada
November 30, 12pm-4pm
Islamic Art Experience 2025
Richmond Cultural Centre – Brighouse Library
7700 Minoru Gate
The Islamic Art Experience is focused on sharing the beauty of Islamic art from around the globe, fostering cross-cultural exchange among all faiths and cultures, and providing an opportunity for artists and performers from the local Muslim community in BC and Canada. The event will bring together both visual and performing Islamic art, including: • a juried art exhibition on the community art walls in the library • live traditional Middle Eastern dance • Sufi traditional music • hands-on activities and demonstrations such as Arabic calligraphy, Palestinian embroidery, Ebru Turkish art, tapestry, and geometrics patterns.
Website: https://islamicartofbritishcolumbia.com/islamic-art-experience

4th Annual Exhibition of Islamic Art
2025-11-30 12:00 - 16:00 | Brighouse Library, 100-7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 1R8, Canada
November 30, 12pm-4pm: Special Activities
Ongoing – December 30: Art Exhibition
4th Annual Exhibition of Islamic Art
Richmond Cultural Centre – Brighouse Library (Community Arts Wall spaces)
7700 Minoru Gate
Part of a series of events focused on sharing the beauty of Islamic art from around the globe, an exciting, educational opportunity for people of all ages. In addition to the entertainment and educational value, these events encourage vibrant cross-cultural exchange among all faiths and cultures. On November 30th, enjoy a variety of cultural performances and hands-on art activities: Experience Ebru art, henna design, and geomatic art; storytelling, lecture presentations; Drumming, traditional music, and dances; Arabic calligraphy Demo; and create Islamic Art to take home.
Website: https://islamicartofbritishcolumbia.com/islamic-art-experience

Richmond Academy of Dance’s 26th Annual “Dance Into Christmas”
2025-12-05 19:30 - 20:30 | Massey Theatre, 735 8th Avenue, New Westminster, BC, Canada
December 5, 7:30pm
Richmond Academy of Dance’s 26th Annual “Dance Into Christmas”
Massey Theatre
735 Eighth Avenue,
New Westminster
Celebrate the spirit of the holidays with The Richmond Academy of Dance’s 26th Annual “Dance Into Christmas” – an unforgettable evening of dance, music and song that promises to dazzle audiences of all ages with a festive blend of tradition and surprise. Delight in excerpts from Tchaikovsky’s beloved Nutcracker, featuring the breathtaking Pas de Deux performed by Guest Artists from Les Grands Ballets Canadiens – a rare treat you won’t want to miss! The stage will come alive with live holiday music from the incredible Mikey Jose and his band, while our charismatic Master of Ceremonies, Preston Wilder, will keep the festive energy flowing. Tickets: $36.
Website: https://www.masseytheatre.com/event/dance-into-christmas-2025/

Filipino Christmas Celebration – Dance Performance & Parol Craft
2025-12-06 13:00 - 15:30 | Gulf of Georgia Cannery, 12138 4th Ave, Richmond, BC, V7E 3J1, Canada
December 6, 1pm-3:30pm
Filipino Christmas Celebration – Dance Performance & Parol Craft
Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site
12138 Fourth Avenue
Celebrate Filipino culture at the Cannery – Enjoy a lively dance performance from the Richmond-based Philippine Cultural Arts Society, and then learn how to make a Christmas lantern, called a parol, with Filipina artist Leann Juatco!
Website: https://gulfofgeorgiacannery.org/events/filipino-christmas-celebration-parol-workshop/
