The forecast by Weatherhood expects rain to continue throughout the weekend and into the next week.
There are plenty of indoor activities happening in Richmond this week, but for those wanting to get some fresh air, the Richmond Night Market and a neighbourhood cleanup might just be what they're looking for.
1. Check out the Richmond Night Market on opening weekend
The Richmond Night Market is back for its 2024 season and this year's theme is the Year of the Dragon. In addition to the wide variety of international snacks and products, patrons will also get to enjoy giant inflatables, live performances and carnival games.
Date and Time: now until Oct. 14, 2024
Address: Richmond Night Market, 8351 River Rd
2. Participate in a neighborhood cleanup challenge for a chance to win a prize
Local non-profit Dialogue Richmond is celebrating Earth Week by cleaning up the western section of Alexandra Road, which will also serve as the closing event for its neighbourhood cleanup social media challenge. Community members who post their experiences cleaning up their neighbourhoods or at the event by April 27 will be included in a random prize draw for prizes valued more than $2,700 in total. Signups for Saturday's event available online.
Date and Time: April 27, 2024 (11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
Address: KPU Richmond's entrance at the north parking lot, 8771 Lansdowne Road
3. Meet K-Pop, anime and J-Pop fans and enjoy live performances
Aberdeen Square is holding two events this weekend: a K-Pop day on Saturday and an anime social on Sunday.
On Saturday, K-Pop fans can enjoy live performances and random play dance performances while trading for their desired photocards.
Then on Sunday, anime and J-Pop fans are invited to check out live band, idol dance and J-Pop random play dance performances, as well as local vendors. A photo booth will be available and fans can also exchange goods on the top floor of the mall.
Date and Time: K-Pop event on April 27, 2024 (1 to 4 p.m.); J-Pop/Anime event on April 28, 2024 (1 to 5 p.m.)
Address: Aberdeen Square, 4000 No. 3 Road
4. Celebrate Holi at this rescheduled event
The Richmond Holi celebration, originally scheduled to take place earlier in the month, will finally happen tomorrow. The free event will feature dance performances, live music and games for kids.
Date and time: April 27, 2024 (1 to 4 p.m.)
Address: Richmond Public Library Brighouse branch, 7700 Minoru Gate
5. Join an open mic night and enjoy a wine-tasting
A wine tasting, performance and open mic night is being hosted at Lulu Island Winery on Saturday. Organized by "Dave's Not Here," the event invites up to three people to perform at a time and all sorts of instruments are welcome. A keyboard or piano will also be available and amps will be set up. Audience members can also sing with a live band.
Wine tasting is $15 and cheese and charcuterie plates will be available. Signups available online.
Date and time: April 27, 2024 (4 to 7 p.m.)
Address: Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Highway
6. Check out works by local photographers
The Richmond Photo Club's annual show is happening at Lansdowne Centre this weekend. Community members are invited to stop by and vote for their favourite images and chat with photographers about their work.
Date and time: now until April 28, 2024
Address: Lansdowne Centre, 5300 No. 3 Road
Need more help to decide what to do? Check out your local weather forecast on Weatherhood.
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For more upcoming events, check out the Richmond News events calendar.
