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Celebrating Vancouver arts, culture, and lifestyle. The best events, restaurants, festivals, visual arts, performing arts, live music, comedy, and more.
Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) presents its 45th edition from October 1–11, 2026. One of North America's largest and most dynamic film festivals, VIFF's 2026 program features roughly 160 features, 90 short films, and two episodic series representing 76 nations — including 12 world premieres, 6 international premieres, 15 North
Burnaby Halloween Festival returns this October with 17+ events happening across the city, bringing together family-friendly fun, cultural celebrations, live entertainment, comedy, haunted experiences and plenty of Halloween thrills. Highlights include MetroCon at SFU, with three days of horror, cosplay, gaming and pop culture; Haunted Village at Burnaby Village Museum;
Now entering its sixth year, the Lansdowne Centre Food Garden program continues to support the local community by growing fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs that are donated to local community organizations and the Richmond Food Bank Society, helping address food insecurity in Richmond. The program also offers free weekly gardening
Step into a world of ‘spectacle and unease’ with Play On Words Productions’ gritty reimagining of Stephen Schwartz’ Pippin, February 26th-March 7th at the Jericho Arts Centre Set inside a decaying nightclub suspended between life and death, Pippin is the story of one young man’s search for the secret to
Our Annual Halloween Market, hosted in our 1893 Victorian house museum! Featuring a plethora of spooky crafts & curios from local artists and vendors situated inside our late Victorian house museum, our Mystic Market is one of the highlights of our year, so don’t miss out! A tarot reader will
In collaboration with Netflix, Secret City presents a one-of-a-kind Murder Mystery Dinner experience. Set in the captivating and thrilling universe of the "Knives Out" film series, this immersive event will have you on the edge of your seats as you and your team work to uncover the truth.
Cougar Creek's House of Horrors stands as British Columbia’s ultimate haunted destination. This full-scale Halloween experience is back and deadlier than ever. This massive indoor haunted experience packs five bone-chilling world-class haunted attractions, incredible live entertainment, and killer vibes under one roof! Beyond the spine-chilling attractions, the venue offers a
✦ Happenstance Presents ✦ Paper goods, print love Where: Russian Hall – 600 Campbell Ave, Vancouver, BC When: Saturday, Oct 3 | 10:00–4:00pm Free to attend! Join us for Paper Goods Fest, a pop-up paper party hosted by happenstance at the Russian Hall’s lower level to celebrate all things printed,
Ever wondered what STEAM professionals do every day? On October 3, Science World opens its doors to the Girls and STEAM Industry Showcase, where you can meet the pros and find out. Join over 30 local organizations who are shaping our lives, from building future cities to protecting the environment
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
Join us at Heritage Hall for a fall pop-up filled with local shopping, community, and incredible small businesses! Browse a thoughtfully selected lineup of vendors featuring handmade products, delicious treats, art, apparel, home goods, curated finds, and plenty of unique items to discover. Event Details: 📍 Heritage Hall — 3102
Grab a uke and join us for a fun, beginner-friendly Intro to Ukulele Workshop—no experience needed! Ready to strum your way into music? Join our in-person Intro to Ukulele Workshop! Whether you're a total newbie or just curious, this fun session will get you playing some cool tunes in no