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The UBC Farm's community workshops (Fall Series) are now available for registration! The UBC Farm offers a robust lineup of 50-70 workshops year-round covering a range of topics, such as gardening, cooking, baking, food preservation, herbs, plant walks, foraging, arts, wellness, and more. New offerings this fall include Children's Workshops,
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
The Madeinthe604 Holiday Market is taking over the iconic Pipe Shop in the Shipyards District. Shop a curated lineup of local makers for handmade goods, art, jewelry, candles, skincare, festive treats, and the perfect gifts to tuck under the tree. BONUS: The first 25 people in line on Friday get
The 5th annual Vancouver International Black Film Festival (#VIBFF25) returns in person and online to amplify Black voices. Founded by the Fabienne Colas Foundation and co-presented by Global BC, VIBFF is pleased to announce its official hybrid program and events lineup, running December 5 to 9, 2025. #VIBFF25 is proudly
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to dance in the water? Now’s your chance! Join us for this free Artistic Swimming try-it session — an exciting opportunity for kids to experience the creativity, teamwork and fun of artistic swimming. Led by our passionate and certified coaches, participants will learn
Create a custom soy wax candle in an intimate workshop led by Ollie & Co. Enjoy aromatic blends, hands-on crafting, and a cozy studio experience with complimentary pastries from Beaucoup Bakery. Step into our workshop for an immersive candle-making workshop that sparks creativity and inspires you to embrace the philosophy
Twinkle lights, cozy vibes, and local love, our Holiday Pop-Up is taking over @heritagehallvancouver! Shop 50+ small businesses for handmade goods, art, ornaments, candles, skincare, baked treats, and gift-worthy finds to wrap up (and tuck under) the tree. Bring your tote and your crew—festive market magic awaits. BONUS: The first
Lipont Gallery and Affordable Open Art are proud to announce The Inaugural Richmond Art Market – 2025 Christmas Market, a new cultural event designed to showcase Richmond’s vibrant creative community. Co-presented with Affordable Open Art, this two-day market brings together over 30 local artists, makers, and creative studios, transforming Lipont
The barn doors are swinging open, and holiday magic is spilling out! Join us inside the iconic Harris Barn for two festive days packed with twinkling lights, local makers, and the coziest holiday vibes. From handmade treasures to fresh-baked holiday treats, this is the kind of market that feels like
Experience the first-ever Holiday Hive Market at the Met, sponsored by Novus, on December 6-7, 2025 from 11am-4pm at Metropolis at Metrotown! Explore over 30 local vendors, festive flavours, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities, making it the perfect destination for all ages. Free entry and fun for all ages. Visit
The Cultch presents: Burnout Paradise -- Equal parts celebration, chaos, and cardio. Melbourne’s inventive theatre collective Pony Cam takes the stage in the most unconventional way. Four performers mount four treadmills. As they sprint, sweat, and juggle life’s endless to-do lists, they tackle an escalating series of everyday tasks—cooking pasta,
This holiday season, Gateway Theatre invites families and theatre-lovers to experience the heartwarming story of Annie, one of the world’s best-loved musicals, from December 11 to January 3, 2026. Directed by acclaimed Canadian theatre artist, Josh Epstein, this Tony Award-winning musical has captured hearts around the globe with its toe-tapping