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Deva Premal & Miten – Singing Our Prayers in Vancouver – A Sacred Evening of Music and Mantra Join Grammy-nominated Deva Premal & Miten for a transformative evening of sacred music and meditation on May 13, 2025, at the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver. Deva and Miten will share the healing
ITSAZOO and Pacific Theatre (with support of Neworld Theatre) present a visceral, unflinching examination of group therapy in the world premiere of Meeting, by playwright Katherine Gauthier, taking place May 14 to June 7, 2025 in a real-life meeting room at the Chalmers Heritage Building (1440 W 12th Ave) –
Unleash your inner daredevil at this 19+ night of science, stunts, and sips - no kids, just curious minds and cold drinks. Hear from extreme athletes, experience the physics of BMX stunt demos, and discover what it takes to push the limits of the body—and mind! Not an extreme sports
Sip and favour the sweetness of spring on Nectarous Day! An annual celebration dedicated to Nectarous Dry-Hopped Sour, a sweet and delicious local craft beer from family-owned brewery Four Winds. On Thursday, May 16th, Four Winds Brewing is hosting Nectarous Day, taking over taps at five iconic Vancouver restaurants. The
Come join us at Original Joe's for a night of fabulous entertainment and celebration of the next generation of drag performers! Get ready to be dazzled by amazing performances, jaw-dropping outfits, and non-stop fun. Whether you're a seasoned drag enthusiast or new to the scene, this event is sure to
From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! SIX won 23
The Vancouver Youth Symphony Orchestra celebrates 95 years of musical excellence with a special anniversary concert on May 18, 2025, at the Orpheum. The milestone event showcases the talent and dedication of 280 young musicians across all four VYSO orchestras, from the foundational Debut and Junior Orchestras to the more
This Mother’s Day, Metropolis at Metrotown invites moms, mom figures, and their families to discover the joys of Mother Nature! The Met’s annual “We Love Moms & Mother Nature” returns with an adventurous twist from April 18 to May 19, 2025. From an indoor “glampsite” to the beloved Mother’s Day
Season Finale is a series of performances that represents the art of dance as envisioned by some of the world’s greatest choreographers. This presentation of choreographies is a unique and extraordinary view into the world’s stage of dance. Season Finale will leave you transfixed and transformed. Season Finale is generously
Following a decade touring the world as one of the most successful magic shows in history, the Champions Of Magic team are back with an explosive all new show featuring thrilling and mind-bending illusions. Catch this incredible show for the whole family in Vancouver at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre at
This fresh floral open-air exhibition sets the stage for the highly awaited third film, Downton Abbey The Grand Finale, only in theaters September 12, 2025. The film is a Carnival Films production, with Focus Features and Universal Pictures International distributing. Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey, presented by Oakridge Park features
Coming to Royal Canadian Legion Branch 179, BIG RED, The Peg Bundy Unauthorized Drag Musical! Love and Marriage really can be a drag. This show depicting the 80s-90s suburban life with lazy wife Peg, her cranky, sarcastic husband Al, their ditzy blonde teenage daughter, Kelly, smart ass son, Bud, and