Vancouver events and happenings. Giving you the goods on what to do, straight from the street.
Qi Pao is a short play about a young mixed Asian girl who must confront her full Chinese and White self in order to feel whole. It’s a play about self-love, self-acceptance and understanding. TOTALLY 80s is a comedy about a 15-year-old girl in 1984 London who is trying to
From now through October 31, Metropolis at Metrotown – B.C.’s largest shopping centre – welcomes locals and visitors alike to embrace all that the fall season has to offer through unparalleled shopping, festive displays, exciting contests and more. Be inspired by a one-of-a-kind piece by local twig artist, The Wizards
The national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, will make its highly anticipated return to Vancouver for a limited engagement from September 10 to 15, 2024, at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. COME FROM AWAY tells the remarkable
Soar above Baffin Island, through the sails of the historic Bluenose II, and over the Prairies with Awaken Canada, the newest immersive flight journey by Flyover debuts in Vancouver on June 28 (just in time for Canada Day long weekend). Awaken Canada will become the attraction’s anchor experience, celebrating Canada’s
Fresh out of the box! Vancouver’s new downtown shopping and entertainment destination, Junction Public Market, opens June 28th at Granville Square (200 Granville St, between Waterfront Station and Canada Place). Find food vendors, artisan shops, and live entertainment – plus a pop-up bar – inside customized shipping containers overlooking the
The Polygon Gallery presents the Canadian premiere of ANTI-ICON: APOKALYPSIS, Martine Gutierrez’s first major solo show in Canada. The exhibition features 17 self-portraits in which Gutierrez transforms herself into a pantheon of influential heroines who have become legendary through depictions in art history, pop culture, and religion. Her exquisite transformations
New-on-the-scene Vancouver theatre collective presents its inaugural production: “A Man Walks Into a Bar” by Rachel Blair, presented by Curious Cats Theatre Collective, at the Vancouver Fringe Festival, 2024 Curious Cats Theatre Collective presents its inaugural production, "A Man Walks Into a Bar" by Rachel Blair, Finalist for the Dora
Have you ever felt lost in a labyrinth of existential questions, fears, and possibilities? Have you ever questioned your place as an artist in this ever so uncertain world? Have you ever wondered if your houseplants are trying to kill you in your sleep? Portraits of Solitude is a one
Fortunately, they got away! Unfortunately, they're lost! Fortunately, if they work together, they will be safe! Unfortunately, something has gone seriously wrong! Fortunately, “endlessly inventive” improviser David C. Jones is here to create a potentially saucy and curiously deadly adventure WITH YOUR HELP! Captain Harry Derriere has been asked to
The Arts Club Theatre Company is set to ignite the stage with its 2024–2025 season opener, Jersey Boys, at the historic Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage. Transport yourself back in time to experience the meteoric rise of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons—a journey through fame, fortune, and the timeless music
'I have told my story... so many times. I think they thought it would make me feel less lonely. Haver you ever felt better by sharing something?' Last One Standing is an immersive theatre experience for one audience member, a phone and a mailbox. Listen to the story of your
This full-length contemporary dance work from Montreal choreographer Johanne Gour is an absorbing meditation on our fickle physical body, and the ways in which it works as we expect and ways in which it doesn’t. (Jen Zoratti - Winnipeg Free Press, July 24, 2024.) In My toes striving till the
When their world tour turns out to be yet another battle for the recognition they long for, these vulvas must choose whether or not to keep the dream alive. Praised for their physical comedy, Pulsive Party uses song, dance, and their signature campy humour to ignite conversations, encourage empowerment, and share
Join us to mark one of nature’s wonders – the fall migration of shorebirds, songbirds, and waterfowl as they journey from northern breeding grounds to warmer habitats in the south. Join a bird walk, watch bird banders work their magic, or try other activities to get a glimpse into the
Join us for our Wings Over Iona event at Iona Beach Regional Park on Saturday, September 14 from 9 am to 1 pm to mark one of nature’s wonders — the fall migration of shorebirds, songbirds, and waterfowl as they journey from northern breeding grounds to warmer habitats in the
It's the perfect way to beat the winter blues! Step inside downtown’s iconic heritage buildings and hear the tales of intrigue, jealousy, and murder that hide behind their walls. Stroll through the heart of Vancouver and finish with a private viewing inside the Marine Building, all while enjoying a selection
Got Craft Markets is thrilled to announce the return of the Bits + Bobs SALE, an unique discount and warehouse sale event taking place on Saturday, September 14th from 11-4pm at the Heritage Hall on Main Street in East Vancouver. Tickets available online in advance and at the door for
Experience the nostalgia of the iconic Stardust Roller Rink at Guildford Town Centre. Reimagined as Skate Stardust, this 1,690-square-foot roller rink features a vibrant graffiti wall, neon lights, and a DJ booth, transporting visitors back to the golden era of roller skating in the 90s. This initiative celebrates community history,
The Dance Centre presents the 23rd annual Scotiabank Dance Centre Open House. From ballet and contemporary to Vogue, flamenco and Mexican folk dance, the Open House offers an opportunity to sample an exciting range of dance styles in an afternoon of free classes and events. This edition features artists and
A solo storytelling-based play about moving back to the USA and to the family that hates you. What it's like being an actor in a part of the world that doesn't see it as a viable job option: rural Washington. Under the passive aggressive rain cloud that is the PNW
The Filipino son of New Zealand comedy brings his latest show CHAMPORADO back to Vancouver for his Vancouver Fringe Festival debut. What actually matters in life? What should we really care about? And what do these questions have to do with a breakfast chocolate rice pudding? New Zealand-Filipino comedy veteran
This annual event at Gateway Theatre celebrates the timeless tradition of family, heritage, and cultural beauty, with a unique focus on passing down traditions through generations. Lantern play is part of the tradition of Mid-Autumn and families will kick off the festivities by crafting beautiful lanterns by hand and enjoying
Are you afraid of ghosts? The ghosts of Vancouver want to communicate with you but sometimes it is a challenge to crack their coded messages. Compete in teams of 2 to 6 players, complete challenges, collect clues and then report back to find out your score and even win prizes!
Two monologues: I Miss the War by Matthew Baldwin and Oh! by David John Phillips. 1967. London, England. Sodomy decriminalized! Sort of. Jack, aging tailor to the chorus boys of the West End, remembers the liberating terrors of the Blitz. 2022. Toronto, Canada. Kinky puppies frolic. Matt, a service bottom
Get ready for non-stop laughter with Canadian comedian Kim McVicar, returning to her hometown for a series of side-splitting performances at the Vancouver Fringe Festival! Recently named one of the "Top 9 Female Comedians to Watch" in 2023, Kim is a rising star you don’t want to miss. From her