Richmond’s Asian-themed night market is Vancouver’s biggest night market and one of the largest markets in North America as well.
The Richmond Night Market usually opens the second weekend in May until the Thanksgiving Weekend in October. In 2020 the market was supposed to run from May-October, however, the market was canceled due to COVID-19. In 2021 the market returned from late July until September.
This year, the 2022 Richmond Night Market “season” runs from April 29th to October 10th.
The Richmond Night Market is back in full swing!
"When you come to the market this year, you’re going to actually experience that … old Shanghai, the old traditional night market feel” the owner-operator said. https://t.co/KVTrllk4oC— CityNews Vancouver (@CityNewsVAN) April 30, 2022
The Richmond Night Market is one of Metro Vancouver’s most exciting places (generally speaking), but particularly for shopping and buying Oriental festival-style foods. The night market is the closest thing Vancouver has to an ‘authentic’ Asian night market and is highly recommended by many.
Sometimes the market can have live entertainment on their Main Stage. The entertainment can range from singing to martial arts to dancing and more. There is not a listed schedule for the live shows in May.
The Richmond Night Market has plenty of ethnic food stalls, Asian clothing, as well as loads of Chinese-made trinkets and gadgets.
Fridays hours in 2022 the market is open from 7 pm – midnight. Saturday hours are similar, from 6 pm – midnight and Sunday hours are from 7 pm – 11 pm.
The night markets admission is $6 for people ages 7 to 59. Children who are under the age of 7 and adults aged 60+ get in for free.
There is also the Express Pass (formerly called the Zoom Pass). This VIP pass authorizes customers to skip lines and access an express entry when they arrive at the market. The pass is valid for six visits and costs $35, which would mean you would save a dollar or so each time you go. The Express Pass can also be shared with friends or family.
🔍 Looking for something fun to do over the weekend?
Take a visit to the Asian-themed Richmond Night Market and experience East Asian culture and try out oriental festival-style food!📌 FREE for children under 7 years!
📌 Website: https://t.co/7i4RDCdcRe pic.twitter.com/hccx0ccVG2— Westcoast Family (@WestcoastFamCtr) May 5, 2022
The Richmond Night Market is one of the best places for Metro Vancouver night life.