You can always count on May to bring a flourish of flavour to the calendar. As spring and summer meet, local ingredients start reaching their full potential. This May, new wines are pouring, spot prawns are arriving, and outdoor markets are reopening their food stalls. With the forecast looking decidedly tasty, there are plenty of upcoming ways to pamper your palate around Metro Vancouver.
TJ Fest | Burnaby
May 2 – 3, 2026
Burnaby never fails to impress with its wide range of world cuisines. At this yearly foodie fest, you can treat your tastebuds to an incredible variety of food from across Asia. The diverse food options range from crispy popcorn chicken and savoury Taiwanese lunchboxes to sweet mochi and tender fried squid. Our advice: walk through all the stalls first before deciding. You never know what treats are around the corner!
Naramata Bench Wines Spring Release | Vancouver
May 7, 2026
Be the first to taste the newest vintages from over 20 of the finest wineries growing along the Naramata Bench, BC’s world class terroir on the shore of Okanagan Lake. Even better, VIP tickets get you early entry for Winemaker Hour that sees special tastings alongside light canapes throughout the evening.
Cloverdale Rodeo and Country Fair | Surrey
May 14 – 18, 2026
Among the boot scootin’ good times at BC’s biggest and most loved rodeo and country fair, there’s plenty for foodies to hoot and holler over too. Over 50 local vendors will be strutting their stuff all over the fairground, from classic concession fare to authentic Indigenous dishes. The Roundup Cookhouse and Beer Garden is the place to go for legendary BBQ and stacked burgers under wide open skies. The fan-favourite Rib Fest is back too, where a little friendly competition between pit masters means a whole lotta finger lickin’ flavour for all.
Spot Prawn Festival | Richmond
May 14 – June 15, 2026
The annual festival returns with all kinds of delicious ways to enjoy this local delicacy. Stroll the docks, meet area chefs, and buy fresh prawns right off the boat. With cooking demos that highlight spot prawns, and vendors serving dishes that beautifully complement the ingredient, you could easily spend an entire afternoon enjoying this community-favourite celebration.
Murder Is a Drag: Rhinestones are Forever | Vancouver
May 15, 2026
Maybe the most fun you can have at dinner in Metro Vancouver is with Murder is a Drag’s newest musical mystery dinner theater. Rhinestones are Forever puts the party in wedding party as you play detective at nuptials gone wrong. Interact with performers, collect clues and solve the mystery before the cake is cut!.
Shipyards Night Market | Vancouver’s North Shore
May 15 – Sep 11, 2026
Nestled in the heart of Vancouver’s North Shore, this area tradition is known for its vibrant summer atmosphere. Running every Friday throughout the season, locals and visitors can gather on the waterfront and indulge in a culinary extravaganza. Explore unique artisan vendors, enjoy live music, and unwind in the beer garden, all while taking in one of the best views in Metro Vancouver.
Taste of Asia | Coquitlam
May 16, 2026
As part of the 30th anniversary of the ExplorASIAN Festival, celebrate Asian Heritage Month in Canada with a trip through Asian cuisine at the Great Canadian Casino in Coquitlam. Enjoy authentic regional flavours among heritage art displays and traditional live music.
Classic Thai Kitchen Favourites | Langley City
May 17, 2026Â
Master the essentials of Thai cooking at Food by Fanta in Langley City. This hands-on class introduces Thailand’s most loved dishes to beginner cooks and home chefs alike. Learn to roll fresh spring rolls and whip up green curry and mango sticky rice just as the pros do in kitchens all over the world.
Pancake Breakfast | Surrey
May 17, 2026
Back to the Cloverdale Rodeo we go, with our big morning appetites hitched. The annual pancake breakfast goes on “Rodeo Sunday,” when entrance to the fairground is free when you grab your breakfast by donation. FIll your belly and help raise funds for the Cloverdale Rodeo Youth Foundation Initiative. It’s a flippin’ great way to start your day!
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