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Las Mujeronas brings together a collective of Flamenco Latinas in Vancouver to explore the impact of immigration on identity, memory, and cultural expression. Performed in both Spanish and English, with select texts translated for accessibility, the work seamlessly fuses flamenco dance, poetry, song, and storytelling to reflect the complex and
Join an immersive workshop exploring the ancestral knowledge and spiritual significance of corn (maize). Across generations and Indigenous cultures, corn has been revered not only as a vital food source but also as a teacher, guide, and symbol of life. Host Rodrigo Galvan: "I am a nomad at heart. My
“The envelope please!” The Jessie Award are back! After a brief hiatus, Vancouver’s most prestigious celebration of professional theatre is back. The 40th Annual Jessie Richardson Theatre Awards will take place this fall on Monday, November 3rd. The event will be returning to its roots at the Granville Island Stage,
Grapes to Glass is a four-session Wine Education and Tasting Series. You will use your senses as you learn about the important elements of wine production, from grape-growing to enjoying the finished product, with a special focus on B.C. wines. Over the course of these sessions, you will taste over
Yes Shef, Vancouver’s most anticipated culinary event returns for its 5th anniversary. This one-night tasting, hosted at the Fairmont Pacific Rim’s opulent Star Sapphire Ballroom, brings together many of British Columbia’s top women chefs and their culinary mentees. Guests are invited to explore 15+ stations of unforgettable food and drink,
Get ready for the hottest ticket in town: The Smoke Show is back by overwhelming demand for its highly anticipated Fall 2025 season, following a string of 15 sold-out performances in the Fall of 2024 and Spring of 2025. The Smoke Show is an immersive 360-degree experience that will leave
In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn the basics of screen printing, no experience required, just curiosity (and maybe an old shirt that needs a glow-up). We’ll bring the screens and all the gear, featuring Unchai’s designs (5+ designs to chose from). You just bring something you’d love to print on:
Let Chinese-language music fill the entire island! 2025 Jade Music Fest is "taking over” Granville Island's four indoor stages and seven outdoor street performance venues on Nov 8th, from 11 AM to 11 PM! This marks not only a significant step toward Vancouver becoming a major hub for Chinese-language music
The Wedding Party is coming to Vancouver! After success in Toronto, Secret City brings its hit dinner-theatre escape room to Glowbal. This immersive mystery blends puzzles, performance, and a three-course meal. With 7 actors and room for 48 guests, you won’t just watch the story, you’ll become part of the
White Rock, get ready! COCO JAFRO is bringing their funky global grooves for the first time to the legendary Blue Frog Studios in White Rock, known for their world-class sound that puts you right in the music. Tickets are limited - don’t miss this intimate, up-close experience! Saturday, November 8
In collaboration with Netflix, Secret City presents a one-of-a-kind Murder Mystery Dinner experience. Set in the captivating, thrilling universe of the Knives Out film series, this immersive event will have you on the edge of your seat as you and your team work to uncover the truth. Extended run, now
Welcome to Club Steph with Bouncer Amar! Steph has wanted to be a club owner since he can remember. Amar is a natural born bouncer. Together, they bring you Club Amar - an interactive club experience where you are encouraged to dress the part, come with a group (for safety