Vancouver, WA Events

Norwescon 2026

Thu, Apr 2, 2026 – Sun, Apr 5, 2026

Norwescon (NWC48) is the Pacific Northwest’s premier and one of the largest regional science-fiction and fantasy conventions in the United States, maintaining a strong literary focus. It offers hundreds of hours of panel programming, special events like the Masquerade and the Philip K. Dick Award Ceremony. The confirmed theme is “Illuminating the Way.”

Coffee & Community - April 2026

Thu, Apr 2, 2026

Join counselors and mental health professionals for a coffee & community meeting designed to build professional connections in a low-key, introvert-friendly chat. Enjoy brewed coffee and snacks while networking and sharing experiences. Come as you are!

Spring Break Camp - Vancouver Salmon Creek Greenway Trail

Mon, Apr 6, 2026

Spring Break Camp event at Vancouver Salmon Creek Greenway Trail starting at 9:00 AM. This event is primarily recreational and does not indicate professional networking or career development focus.

No-cost Personalized Business Advising

Mon, Apr 6, 2026

Sign up for your one-hour appointment with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to receive confidential business advising, access to on-demand training, and business expertise for existing businesses and entrepreneurs. The City of Vancouver, the SBA, and the SBDC are committed to helping business owners take advantage of free business resources in the community. Email your preferred time slot to kyle.todd@wsu.edu to book your session.

Spring Break 2026- “So Satisfying” Camp

Mon, Apr 6, 2026

Spring Break 2026 event held at Camp 13503 SE Mill Plain Blvd STE B-3, Vancouver, WA. This event is not specified as a professional networking or career advancement event and may not be suitable for adult professional networking purposes.

2026 State of the City Address with Mayor Ken Sim

Wed, Apr 8, 2026

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes Mayor Ken Sim back for his fourth annual State of the City address.

Eric John Kaiser Concert

Thu, Apr 9, 2026

Attend Eric John Kaiser's live concert in Vancouver, WA. A chance to enjoy music and meet local professionals.

112th Global Conference on Cyber Security and Cloud Engineering (GCCSCE)

Fri, Apr 10, 2026 – Sun, Apr 12, 2026

Attend the 112th GCCSCE in Vancouver to connect with cybersecurity experts and cloud engineers focused on driving innovation and security in the cloud.

International Youth Entrepreneurship and Leadership Summit - Vancouver 2026

Fri, Apr 10, 2026

The International Youth Entrepreneurship and Leadership Summit in Vancouver 2026 is a professional event focused on youth entrepreneurship and leadership development. It provides networking opportunities, workshops, and sessions for young professionals and entrepreneurs to advance their careers and business skills.

50 and Better Afternoon Dance - April

Sat, Apr 11, 2026

Join fellow adults for an afternoon dance featuring live music and light refreshments. This event provides a great opportunity for social networking and staying active. Held on the second Friday of April at the rotating locations of Firstenburg and Marshall/Luepke community centers in Vancouver, WA.

TED2026

Mon, Apr 13, 2026 – Fri, Apr 17, 2026

Join a global gathering of inspiring minds to explore bold ideas and shape the future together.

GVC Business After Hours - Beacock Music

Tue, Apr 14, 2026

Network with local professionals at the Greater Vancouver Chamber's Business After Hours event hosted by Beacock Music. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with food, drinks, and great conversations to help your business thrive.

APWA Washington Chapter Spring Conference 2026

Wed, Apr 15, 2026

The APWA Washington Chapter Spring Conference offers educational tracks with continuing education credits, networking opportunities, and fun events such as a Golf Tournament, Equipment ROADeo, and 5k Run. It is a key event for public works professionals in Western Washington.

Hyperspace Metal Festival VII 2026

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

A metal music festival offering networking and learning opportunities for adult professionals in the music and event industries.

Conversations in Trust Vancouver: Canadian Authors Make Sense of Our World

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

An event featuring Canadian authors discussing contemporary issues providing professional insights and networking opportunities for individuals interested in literature, culture, and social topics in Vancouver.

April Event: Scholarship Presentation & Golf Tournament Kickoff

Fri, Apr 17, 2026

Attend the Scholarship Presentation and Golf Tournament Kickoff event hosted by East Vancouver Business Association for networking and supporting education.

DigiMarCon Vancouver 2026

Mon, Apr 20, 2026

DigiMarCon Vancouver is a premier conference for digital marketing insights, strategies, and networking opportunities.

2nd Annual Step Brothers Men’s Retreat

Fri, Apr 24, 2026 – Sat, Apr 25, 2026

Participate in the 2nd Annual Step Brothers Men’s Retreat from April 24 to April 26, 2026, in Corbett, Oregon. This retreat offers a weekend of fellowship, spiritual growth, and connection with a theme centered on recovery roots and progression. Ideal for adult professionals seeking networking and personal development.

PRACC Hybrid Meeting - April

Fri, Apr 24, 2026

The Prevention and Recovery Alliance of Clark County (PRACC) invites you to our hybrid meeting. PRACC brings together a wide range of community partners to combat the substance use crisis and values the voices of all, especially individuals with lived experience. Join in-person or via Zoom for collaboration and discussion.

PNW Solar + Storage Conference

Tue, Apr 28, 2026

Professional conference focused on solar and storage industry advancements for business professionals and industry experts.

CIM Connect: Convention + Expo 2026

Sun, May 3, 2026 – Wed, May 6, 2026

A professional convention and expo event for adult professionals in the construction and infrastructure management industry. An opportunity for networking, learning, and career advancement.

CIM Connect – Canada’s Premier Mining & Industry Expo 2026

Sun, May 3, 2026 – Wed, May 6, 2026

Engage with professionals in the mining industry at CIM Connect 2026. This leading event offers exhibitions, seminars, and networking opportunities to enhance your industry knowledge and career connections.

Coffee & Community - May 2026

Thu, May 7, 2026

Join counselors and mental health professionals for a coffee & community meeting designed to build professional connections in a low-key, introvert-friendly chat. Enjoy brewed coffee and snacks while networking and sharing experiences. Come as you are!

2026 Social Justice Conference

Fri, May 8, 2026

A conference for professionals focused on social justice issues, providing networking and learning opportunities to advance careers and social impact.

Web Summit Vancouver 2026

Mon, May 11, 2026 – Thu, May 14, 2026

Join the world’s premier tech conference at the Vancouver Convention Center from May 11 to 14, 2026. This event offers unparalleled opportunities for professional networking, industry learning, and career advancement in the tech sector. Connect with over 20,000 attendees including investors, startups, and industry leaders from top companies such as Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, and more.

Coming soon... Opening Night

Mon, May 11, 2026

Opening night event to kick off the professional summit with key speakers and networking opportunities.

Return of the rack: Are hardware and deep tech reclaiming the VC stack?

Tue, May 12, 2026

Explore the resurgence of hardware and deep tech investments with experts Alex Niehenke and Lu Zhang. Network with professionals in venture capital and technology.

70th Global Conference on Information Technology and Computer Science (GCITCS)

Fri, May 15, 2026 – Sun, May 17, 2026

Enhance your professional network and knowledge at the 70th GCITCS in Vancouver, focusing on the latest developments in IT and computer science.

70th Global Conference on Cyber Security and Cloud Engineering (GCCSCE)

Fri, May 15, 2026 – Sun, May 17, 2026

Network with cybersecurity and cloud engineering professionals at the 70th GCCSCE in Vancouver to exchange ideas and learn about protecting systems and advancing cloud technologies.

May Morning Networking Event

Fri, May 15, 2026

Join the May Morning Networking Event hosted by East Vancouver Business Association to connect with professionals. Location TBD.

Compliance & Operational Rental Excellence (CORE) Series - Critical Compliance Southwest WA

Sat, May 16, 2026

Navigate Washington’s evolving legislative and regulatory landscape with confidence. Gain clarity on the latest statewide and local compliance requirements to reduce risk and avoid costly mistakes in rental housing management in 2026. Network with peers and learn from industry expert Bradley Kraus.

Ron White Concert

Thu, May 21, 2026

Comedy and music performance by Ron White at Cowlitz Ballroom, Ilani Casino Resort, Ridgefield, WA. A relaxed networking opportunity for adult professionals.

LIFE is Good Unschooling Conference 2026

Thu, May 21, 2026 – Sun, May 24, 2026

Join the final LIFE is Good Conference, a unique gathering celebrating 19 years of connection and inspiration for unschooling families. This event offers a community experience with opportunities for learning and networking among adults involved in unschooling education. The conference will be held at The Heathman Lodge in Vancouver, WA, from May 21 to May 24, 2026. Register now to be part of this memorable event.

PRACC Virtual Meeting - May

Fri, May 22, 2026

The Prevention and Recovery Alliance of Clark County (PRACC) invites you to our virtual meeting. PRACC brings together a wide range of community partners to combat the substance use crisis and values the voices of all, especially individuals with lived experience. Join the PRACC Meeting on Zoom for collaboration and discussion.

Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) Conference 2026

Mon, May 25, 2026 – Thu, May 28, 2026

A professional conference for architects and industry professionals to network and learn about industry trends.

Upcoming events

Norwescon 2026

Coffee & Community - April 2026

Spring Break Camp - Vancouver Salmon Creek Greenway Trail

No-cost Personalized Business Advising

Spring Break 2026- “So Satisfying” Camp

2026 State of the City Address with Mayor Ken Sim

Eric John Kaiser Concert

112th Global Conference on Cyber Security and Cloud Engineering (GCCSCE)

International Youth Entrepreneurship and Leadership Summit - Vancouver 2026

50 and Better Afternoon Dance - April

TED2026

GVC Business After Hours - Beacock Music

APWA Washington Chapter Spring Conference 2026

Hyperspace Metal Festival VII 2026

Conversations in Trust Vancouver: Canadian Authors Make Sense of Our World

April Event: Scholarship Presentation & Golf Tournament Kickoff

DigiMarCon Vancouver 2026

2nd Annual Step Brothers Men’s Retreat

PRACC Hybrid Meeting - April

PNW Solar + Storage Conference

CIM Connect: Convention + Expo 2026

CIM Connect – Canada’s Premier Mining & Industry Expo 2026

Coffee & Community - May 2026

2026 Social Justice Conference

Web Summit Vancouver 2026

Coming soon... Opening Night

Return of the rack: Are hardware and deep tech reclaiming the VC stack?

70th Global Conference on Information Technology and Computer Science (GCITCS)

70th Global Conference on Cyber Security and Cloud Engineering (GCCSCE)

May Morning Networking Event

Compliance & Operational Rental Excellence (CORE) Series - Critical Compliance Southwest WA

Ron White Concert

LIFE is Good Unschooling Conference 2026

PRACC Virtual Meeting - May

Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) Conference 2026