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Celebrated Bartender and personality, Ryan Chetiyawardana (a.k.a Mr Lyan) is recognized globally for his inventive cocktails and a long list of accolades including World's Best Bar in 2017, 2018, and 2022. With bars in London, Amsterdam, and Washington, Mr. Lyan is coming to Vancouver, mixing up cocktails for a one-night-only guest
Step into a sultry lounge to the smooth sounds of a saxophone for a Date Night with Santa at Metropolis at Metrotown. Sip on a glass of bubbly as you weave through magical displays of festive decor and enjoy an evening at the Met’s new, adult-only holiday event. Friends and
Prophecy's Beverage Director, Jeff Savage - 2019 World Class Canada Winner + Global Runner-up welcomes friends and fellow World Class Winners Kaitlyn Stewart, (2017, Global Winner), Chris Enns (2018, Global Winner), and Keegan McGregor, from Highwayman in Halifax (2024 World Class Global Bartender Winner) behind the bar at Prophecy for an exciting cocktail pop-up. Each World Class bartender will be
Vancouver’s contemporary dance scene takes centre stage in the 14th edition of Dance In Vancouver, presented by The Dance Centre November 20-24. This curated biennial event provides a unique opportunity to experience dance by a diverse and creative community of BC artists. The 2024 edition features performances and showings by
The Metro Vancouver Croissant Crawl is back! Join us for the 3rd annual self-guided tour of limited edition croissants at 30+ participating vendors around Metro Vancouver. Round up your croissant crew, pick a route, and walk, bike, or drive from one limited-edition croissant to the next. During the 3-week event,
Experience the magic of the Enchanted Forest! In the Enchanted Forest, the natural world comes to life in ways you never imagined. Journey among whispering trees, where streams sing melodies and giant creatures roam. Explore the vibrant ecosystem filled with talking trees and mushroom homes, each offering clues and secrets about
When Kris Kringle starts working as a Santa at Macy’s department store and begins to spread Christmas cheer, things tumble out of control. He’s truly Santa Claus, he insists, but skeptical adults and an unimaginative little girl doubt him. The stakes rise when store executives take Kris to court, where
The Got Craft Holiday Market returns to the Croatian Cultural Centre in East Vancouver on Saturday, November 23, and Sunday, November 24. It will feature 100 makers and small shops, a mini makers area with kidpreneuers, food trucks, and, of course, our legendary FREE swag bags. This is the perfect
The Strathcona Business Improvement Association is running a Fall Photo Contest themed “Fall for Strathcona.” From now until December 27, 2024, submit stunning photos of the Strathcona neighbourhood in the fall and stand a chance to win big. Three winners will be awarded prizes, with a grand prize of $350*.
The Dance Centre’s popular Discover Dance! noon series features the exceptional young dancers of the Arts Umbrella Dance Company, a pre-professional repertory company based in Vancouver. Trained through Arts Umbrella’s renowned dance program, these talented dancers will perform new and innovative contemporary ballets created by choreographers from across Canada and
Join Dicky's Dumps for the launch of a limited-release Cheeseburger Dumpling in collaboration with Between 2 Buns Burgers! We've wanted to make cheeseburger dumps for a while now, and it's finally happening! We're taking Between 2 Buns's custom meat blend, secret seasoning, and burger sauce and turning them into our
The Good Stuff $50 and Under Market returns to Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street, from November 30 to December 1, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. This is a curated show for the budget-conscious holiday shopper looking for handmade gifts and stocking stuffers. The Good Stuff $50 and Under