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Hands-on mushroom cultivation & polymer clay earring workshop in Langley — farm tour, grow kit, and keepsake earrings included. Root & Craft x Asahi Mushrooms | Cultivate & Create An immersive afternoon of mushroom cultivation, creativity, and connection. Calling all mushroom lovers! Join Root & Craft and Asahi Mushrooms for
Recipes for Connection is a free, drop-in neighbourhood event hosted by Vancouver Design Nerds at Fraser x 27th Plaza on Sunday, Sept. 20 from 11am to 5pm. See recipe demonstrations by community members and businesses in the neighbourhood: Yare's Mexican Butchery and Little Kitchen Academy. Share your own at the
The Vancouver Fringe Festival is an annual non-curated performing arts festival where artists are selected by lottery, helping reduce barriers for independent performers. This year’s festival returns to Granville Island and beyond for 11 days, from September 10 to 20, 2026. The theme, Every Kind of Everything, reflects a season
Award winning Lilix Media presents FML: Funny, My Life, a comedic storytelling show inspired by real experiences. Hosted by Sarah Alma Angelle, each show features a diverse lineup of artists sharing stories from all walks of life. Think "The Moth" meets Mike Birbiglia. Since debuting in January 2025, FML has
Authors Cheuk Kwan (Have you Eaten Yet?) and Linda Lau Anusasananan (The Hakka Cookbook: Chinese Soul Food from around the World) reunite to share tales of scouring the world for good eats - and just a taste of home - as they recount stories from the Amazon to the Arctic
Talks, Tours & Social Activities for Social Seniors | Monthly Join us for MONOVA’s monthly seniors’ mixer, featuring freshly-brewed tea & coffee and a revolving array of special guest talks, behind-the-scenes tours, and unique cultural activities. The perfect way to start your day. September's theme is... Grand Boulevard: The Park
Join Chef Nada for a welcoming evening inspired by the generosity of Lebanese hospitality! During this hands-on workshop, learn to prepare labneh, traditional tabbouleh, kafta skewers, and a pistachio and orange blossom dessert. Take home the recipes to recreate these flavors yourself!
The must-attend event for West Coast design returns to the Vancouver Convention Centre this September. IDS Vancouver brings together Canada’s leading architects, interior designers, makers, manufacturers and design enthusiasts for four days of exhibitions, installations, keynote talks and networking. Showcasing the latest in architecture, interiors, furniture, lighting and materials, IDS
On September 25, 2026, join us in the iconic Pacific Ballroom at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver for a unique and energizing ballet conditioning class led by a Ballet BC MOVE instructor. In support of Move for Wishes, 100% of ticket proceeds of this event will be directly donated to Make-A-Wish to
Immerse yourself in the heart of Lebanese creativity with an evening dedicated to the most memorable short films from the 10th edition of the Lebanese Film Festival. Enjoy a special screening offering the audience the opportunity to discover Lebanese cinema through the lens of Francophone cultural exchange, followed by a
Join Lansdowne Centre for a weekend of Mid-Autumn festivities on September 26 and 27! On September 26, hop into the festivities with an adorable interactive bunny yoga experience, where you can stretch, relax, and enjoy the company of some furry friends. Next, meet the bunnies up close during the interactive
Her Preloved Market is a second hand clothing market with over 20 personal sellers of their own closets. Come out and shop, grab lunch and a beer! With most items priced around $5-$30 you'll be sure to find great pieces at great prices for the new Fall season.