Vancouver offers a diverse array of events from May 11 to 17, 2026, catering to various interests. Playland amusement park reopens with over 30 rides and attractions, including Playland Nights. The Vancity Innovation House on May 12 features panels with tech leaders and a startup pitch competition. Art enthusiasts can explore graduate exhibitions at Emily Carr University (May 13-27) and "Future Geographies" at the Vancouver Art Gallery, focusing on climate change. Job seekers can attend MOSAIC’s 14th Annual Job Fair on May 12. Cultural events include the youth-driven IGNITE! Festival (May 13-17), "The Vagina Monologues" at the Waterfront Theatre on May 14, and a FIFA Museum exhibit at Science World from May 15. Music lovers can enjoy the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra's Day of Music on May 16, Foundation Volume 14.0 – Open Radius house music festival on May 16-17, and the 5X Festival Blockparty on May 16. Other highlights include the Shipyards Night Market starting May 15, Vancouver Canadians baseball games, Downtown Farmers Market, Top Drop Vancouver wine event, Stars on Ice performance on May 12, Vancouver FC soccer match on May 17, and a City and Colour concert on May 11.