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Cherry Blossom tree in full bloom.

John Lee | March 28, 2025

April in Richmond, BC

Spring is officially here. And that means rainy days, sunny skies, and lots of newly emerging flowers to keep your camera lens busy. But there’s also a great selection of fun things to do in Richmond this month––with both indoor and outdoor options to suit the changeable weather. Check out our full list of Easter

John Lee | February 26, 2025

March in Richmond, BC

The snow has gone (fingers crossed) and March is the month when spring officially begins. Which means this is the perfect time to raise your head like a newly blooming crocus and look around for some brilliant local happenings. This month’s handpicked options range from Spring Break activities and a toe-tapping St. Patrick’s Day concert

John Lee | February 3, 2025

February in Richmond, BC

From green shoots to boisterous birdsong, small signs of spring are popping up throughout the city, which means it’s time to start thinking about getting off the couch and waving goodbye to winter. Looking for some fun February activities in Richmond? Read on for our handpicked suggestions. And if you also spot some of those

John Lee | January 21, 2025

Lunar New Year: The Insider’s Guide

With the Year of the Snake about to begin, Richmond is once again at the heart of Metro Vancouver’s colourful Lunar New Year celebrations. There are some great activities to discover around the city––with lots of fun, free and family-friendringly options to consider. This year’s big day is January 29. But there are also plenty of

John Lee | September 9, 2024

Richmond Culture Days: The Insider’s Guide

Locals and visitors can unleash their curiosity for free when the 15th annual BC Culture Days extravaganza kicks off this month. Running in communities throughout the province from September 20 to October 13, Richmond is one of the biggest participants––and this year, there are more than 80 diverse digital and in-person events to check out

Tourism Richmond | September 9, 2024

Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival in Richmond

It’s that time of year when those delectable, highly distinctive round cakes start popping up in almost every bakery and food store throughout the city. The Mid-Autumn Festival (and its attendant cake-based feasting) is almost here––but you don’t have to wait until September 17’s official full moon day to dive right in. Celebrated by cultures

John Lee | August 28, 2024

Explore Richmond’s Brilliant Art Trail

This city is famous for its authentic Asian dining, fantastic parks and the heritage charms of Steveston Village. But there’s another scene here that doesn’t receive quite so much attention, even though it’s far from hidden away. Richmond is home to a huge and fascinating array of public art. And––so long as you know where

John Lee | August 19, 2024

Richmond Maritime Festival: the Insider’s Guide

Locals and visitors will be flocking to Steveston this month for the return of the region’s favourite nautical-themed celebration. Anchored in and around the shoreline heritage buildings of Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, the Richmond Maritime Festival promises a treasure trove of fun for all the family. Running from 11:00am to 6:00pm on August 24 and August 25, the

John Lee | July 22, 2024

Steveston Grand Prix of Art: the Insider’s Guide

Artists and art fans will be flocking to shoreline Steveston Village on the weekend of July 27 for what may be Metro Vancouver’s coolest cultural happening. The 14th annual Grand Prix of Art will see 150 creative-types of all ages and skill levels unpacking their easels at designated outdoor spots—then painting whatever they see in front of them

Tourism Richmond | July 8, 2024

Tourism Richmond supports Indigenous artists via the YVR Art Foundation

Many First Nations visual artists from B.C. and Yukon have benefitted from the work of the YVR Art Foundation since its inception more than three decades ago. But the not-for-profit independent organization’s inspiring programs have been bolstered in recent years by additional support from Tourism Richmond. And that means even more B.C. and Yukon First

John Lee | June 24, 2024

Canada Day in Richmond, BC: The Insider’s Guide

Looking for the perfect Canada Day party this year? Preparations are being fine-tuned for Richmond’s massive and much-anticipated July 1 celebrations—and Steveston Village is once again the sparkling focus of the festivities. The Steveston Salmon Festival has been hooking in-the-know locals and visitors with its unique Canada Day merrymaking for around 80 years. And the 2024 event promises to be bigger and

John Lee | May 16, 2024

Dive into Richmond’s Steveston Spot Prawn & Seafood Celebration

Locals and visitors are licking their lips in anticipation for the 2024 return of the Steveston Spot Prawn & Seafood Celebration. From May 17 to June 16, this year’s event serves-up a mouthwatering menu of tasty activities––including fresh-off-the-boat sales of spot prawns and more, a family-friendly Spot Prawn Day experience, live on-stage cooking demonstrations and a

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