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Celebrating Vancouver arts, culture, and lifestyle. The best events, restaurants, festivals, visual arts, performing arts, live music, comedy, and more.
One of this generation’s most influential jazz artists, Kamasi Washington is a composer, bandleader, and multi-instrumentalist. Known for his expansive sound, boundary-pushing vision, and dazzling saxophone playing, Washington blends jazz with elements of hip-hop, funk, R&B, and beyond. Across acclaimed works including The Epic, Heaven and Earth, and his latest,
Artistic Space Productions presents Swan Lake: Symphony of Lights, featuring Grand Kyiv Ballet, at Massey Theatre in New Westminster. Classical ballet and Tchaikovsky’s music meet illuminated costumes and theatrical lighting in this staging of the story of love and magic. Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 7:00–9:00 pm (local time). Massey Theatre,
This holiday themed run offers a 5km and 10km Big Elf Run/Walk as well as a 1km Wee Elf Run/Walk around scenic Stanley Park. Run with hundreds of elves, enjoy a DJ, “elfie station”, prize giveaways, vendors and more. The Big Elf Run tours picturesque Stanley Park. Starting at Lumberman's
We know it is tough to make friends in Vancouver so we're here to help. Bring your favourite book, e-book, graphic novel, DVD, podcast, blog or zine to discuss at this fun, casual, in-person event at Central Library. You'll have six minutes with each person to chat about the item
From Vancouver producers Alan Corbishley and Frédérik Robert, this live music extravaganza brings together established musical theatre performers and recording artists for a 90-minute celebration of beloved seasonal music for audiences of all ages. Act 1 of the show moves through a mix of nostalgic Christmas classics and contemporary favourites,
Sensory Friendly Sundays offer neurodivergent individuals, their families, and caregivers the ability to visit the museum on the third Sunday of every month. Visitors will enjoy a calm, relaxed, and safe atmosphere. On Sensory Friendly Sundays, adaptations will be made to the exhibits, such as lowered lighting and sound adjustments
Are you feeling a little lonely and finding it hard to connect with community in Vancouver? The Vancouver Public Library is hosting a giant silent reading party to get ready for Winter. Our "silent reading party" at the library is a social space where patrons can sit together and read
From the Milky Way to meteor showers to fireflies that emerge at dusk on neighborhood streets, our eyes open a little wider at the stunning photos and videos of National Geographic Explorer Babak Tafreshi. He has spent his career documenting wildlife, humanity, and the cosmos—from dark national parks to bright
Fran Lebowitz is the world’s most beloved cultural critic. With her acerbic takes on everything from how many children in a restaurant is too many (her answer: one) to hiking (“the most stupid thing I could ever imagine”) to even herself (“Success didn’t spoil me, I’ve always been insufferable”), Lebowitz
Dreaming of the perfect wedding day? The Something Blue Wedding Show at the Hilton Vancouver Airport will bring together a vibrant community of experts on Saturday, February 20th, 2027. From florists and photographers to venues and wellness, couples can explore the latest trends, tips, and everything needed to make their
Go on assignment with conservation biologist and National Geographic Explorer Jodi Rowley to discover the incredible abilities and springy biodiversity of frogs.