Happy Friday, Surrey!
Today’s edition is a little lighter on big events, but there’s still plenty happening around the city. If you’re in the mood for live performances, local theatre, or a good comedy night, this weekend might be a great excuse to get out and enjoy something different.
Grab your coffee, take a quick pause, and let’s see what’s happening around Surrey.
Now, In today’s edition:
Surrey to Host World Cup Fan Zones in 2026
Surrey Proposes 2.6% Property Tax Increase
Surrey Approves 10,500+ New Homes in Two Years
Work Underway to Remove Invasive Plants at Serpentine Fen
Many events Happening Around the City This Weekend
- Mark
News
Surrey to Host World Cup Fan Zones in 2026
Team Canada soccer players in a photo posted to canadasoccer.com.
Surrey will host two official Soccer Fan Zones during the 2026 FIFA World Cup next summer. The outdoor plaza at Surrey Civic Plaza and the indoor Cloverdale Agriplex will show live games and host special events.
Fans can expect big video screens, live music, food trucks, and soccer-themed activities. The Civic Plaza site will run for 34 days starting June 11, while Cloverdale will host 14 days starting July 1.
City officials say the goal is to bring the excitement of the World Cup to local families and soccer fans who may not travel to Vancouver for games.
These Fan Zones will create free, family-friendly places to watch World Cup matches and celebrate together right here in Surrey.
🔑 Key Details:
• Two Fan Zones at Civic Plaza and Cloverdale Agriplex
• Events run June and July 2026
• Live games, music, food trucks, and activities planned
Surrey Proposes 2.6% Property Tax Increase
Surrey city council is set to vote on a proposed 2.6% property tax increase at its March 9 meeting. A public hearing will take place at City Hall before the vote.
If approved, the increase would cost the average single-family homeowner about $75 more per year. City officials say the extra money would help cover rising costs and support public safety, including police and fire services.
The proposed budget also includes funding for major projects like road upgrades and a new 10,000-seat arena downtown. City leaders say the goal is to keep taxes lower than other Metro Vancouver cities while still investing in growth.
🔑 Key Details:
• 2.6% property tax increase proposed
• About $75 more per average home
• Public hearing March 9 at City Hall
City Updates
Surrey Approves 10,500+ New Homes in Two Years
Surrey has approved 10,508 new homes in the first two years of its Housing Action Plan. That’s more than 80% of the city’s three-year target under the federal Housing Accelerator Fund.
City staff say Surrey added 4,280 homes in 2025 alone and cut permit approval times by 75%. The city received $100.7 million from the federal government in 2023 to help speed up housing projects.
Surrey has also invested millions in housing and bought land for future affordable homes. The city must meet its housing goals by December 2026 to receive the final funding payment.
Why this matters for Surrey residents: more housing approvals can help address supply and affordability as Surrey continues to grow.
🔑 Key Details:
• 10,508 homes approved in two years
• 80% of three-year housing target reached
• Final federal funding depends on meeting 2026 goal
Community Digest
Work Underway to Remove Invasive Plants at Serpentine Fen
A quiet project is happening beneath the water at the Serpentine Wildlife Management Area. While ducks float above, workers are using special black tarps to remove an invasive plant called yellow flag iris.
The work is being led by Ducks Unlimited Canada. The plant is considered a harmful weed in B.C. because it spreads quickly and can damage wetlands and wildlife habitats.
Instead of digging up each plant by hand, crews are placing large rubber sheets over cut plants to block sunlight and kill the roots over time. The goal is to remove the invasive species and later replant the area with native plants.
🔑 Key Details:
• Invasive yellow flag iris being removed
• Ducks Unlimited using tarps to block plant growth
• Long-term plan includes replanting native species
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Exciting Events: February 27th - March 2nd
Events marked with ($) require a ticket in advance. Please search them up before going.
Community Fun🎆
The Clayton Coffee House | 6PM-7:30PM Feb. 27 (FREE)
Location: Performing Arts Studio at Clayton Community Centre
Description: The Clayton Coffee House is a monthly performance opportunity for both aspiring and established poets, spoken-word artists, novelists, musicians, improvisers or comedians to share their work with the community.
Seed Planting 101 | 11AM-12PM Feb. 28 (FREE)
Location: West Coast Gardens
Description: Join Britney from West Coast Seeds as she gives us all the tips and helpful info we need to get our seeds going for the year. From indoor seed starting to veggie planting — bring your questions, a friend, and enjoy free hot beverages in our studio.
Performances🎭
The Savannah Disputation | Feb. 27-Mar. 1 ($)
Location: Newton Cultural Centre
Description: A witty and thoughtful comedy about two elderly sisters and their interaction with an earnest evangelical.
Volcano Jimmy Buffett Experience | 7:30PM Feb. 28 ($)
Location: Bell Performing Arts Centre
Description: Alex Whittaker and his 8 piece band celebrate the hits and the antics of Jimmy Buffett and The Coral Reefer Band. This performance will have devoted Jimmy fans smiling and laughing at Volcano’s hilarious presentation of his best known classic hits like Margaritaville, Cheeseburger In Paradise and those deeper cuts we all love!
The Golden Anniversaries | Feb. 24-Mar. 7 ($)
Location: Main Stage at Surrey Arts Centre
Description: Since they got married, Glen and Sandy Golden have celebrated every wedding anniversary by coming to the same cottage for a romantic getaway. This weekend marks a major milestone: 50 years of wedded bliss. Well, mostly bliss...A week ago, Sandy cancelled their big anniversary party and kicked Glen to the curb. Now, he wants to talk. Join the Goldens as they recount the good, the bad, and the ugly of spending half a century together.
Crimson Crescendo - 'Earth' | Mar. 1 ($)
Location: Peninsula Productions
Description: The Crimson Crescendo Trio are renowned for their creativity, extraordinary musicianship, and compelling storytelling. The music for each concert is originally hand crafted and specially arranged by the Trio - you won't hear our music performed anywhere else or by anyone else!
Comedy❗
Johnny Pogo | Feb. 27 & 28 ($)
Location: Yuk Yuks Comedy Club
Description: Through his humour, you will find that Johnny can make light out of the darkest situations and can also make dark out of the lightest. Tipping the scales at 300lbs (his hair weighs 30), Johnny has made a living out of making fun of himself, his wife or anyone he has come into contact with or on. His friends know him as Pogo, bouncy, and a corn dog.
Rose Show Comedy Competition Canada | 7PM Feb. 27 ($)
Location: 5708 176 St
Description: Canada's only audience interactive comedy competition! Watch 12 comedians compete for their chance to move onto the Semi finals and win a trip to the Netherlands to perform!
Live Music, Dancing & Pub Events
Friday, February 27
Saturday, February 28
Karaoke | Green Timbers Pub | 7:30PM: More info
Live Music | Morrison Cafe | 6PM: More info
Replay | Whalley Legion | 6:30PM: More info
Junk - The Horrible Pleasures Tour | The Brownsville | 7PM: More info
Master of Justice - Metallica Tribute Band | Donegal's Irish House | 8:30PM: More info
Karaoke | Baselines Pub South Surrey | 9PM: More info
Sunday, March 1
Monday, March 2
Open Mic Comedy | The Clayton Public House | 7PM: More info
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