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SUMMARY:Richmond Culture Days
DESCRIPTION:Richmond Culture Days returns this fall from September 18 to October 4\, offering visitors a unique opportunity to engage with the city’s diverse arts and culture scene. This two-week event features free or pay-what-you-may activities\, including hands-on workshops\, open studios\, behind-the-scenes tours\, and demonstrations led by Richmond’s vibrant artists and cultural organizations. \nThe festivities will kick off with an Open Studios & Launch Event on Sept. 18 at the Richmond Cultural Centre\, hosted by Mayor Malcolm Brodie. The evening event offers an opportunity to explore the centre’s arts studios and creative spaces. \nConsistently ranked among the top 10 participating communities in the country\, Richmond has long been recognized for its exceptional community engagement and has offered more than 1\,200 free events since the event’s inception in 2010. \nCulture Days provides a barrier-free environment for everyone to explore and share in creative practices\, with more than 9.5 million people attending more than 5\,000 events across the country last year.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/richmond-culture-days-3/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:Richmond Cultural Centre\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919
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SUMMARY:ʔəm̓i ce:p xʷiwəl Come Toward the Fire Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts and Musqueam\, with support from the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund\, present the 5th annual ʔəm̓i ce:p xʷiwəl – Come Toward the Fire Festival\, a soul-stirring celebration of Indigenous cultures\, creativity\, and community\, from September 18–20\, 2026 at the Chan Centre and venues across the UBC campus\, on unceded Musqueam territory. \nThe festival opens on Friday\, September 18 with a Day of Knowledge Sharing — featuring workshops\, cultural tours\, film screenings\, and an Indigenous artisan market. Saturday\, September 19 brings a full day of family-friendly programming with live music — featuring the Vancouver debuts of LOV and Kalyn Fay — workshops\, dance\, authors\, live mural painting\, film screenings including Gord Downie’s The Secret Path\, and food trucks. The festival closes on Sunday\, September 20 with a ticketed mainstage concert hosted by Reservation Dogs star Dallas Goldtooth and headlined by two-time JUNO Award-winner Aysanabee\, alongside Boslen and Logan Staats. The evening also features the Vancouver debut of JUNO-nominated singer Siibii. \nFriday and Saturday admission is free — a wristband is required for entry. Full festival details\, wristbands\, and tickets to the September 20 closing concert at cometowardthefire.com.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/%ca%94%c9%99m%cc%93i-cep-x%ca%b7iw%c9%99l-come-toward-the-fire-festival-2/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts\, 6265 Crescent Rd\, Vancouver\, V6T 1Z1
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261004T170000
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SUMMARY:BC Culture Days
DESCRIPTION:Culture Days takes place from September 18 to October 4\, 2026! \nThousands of free events are presented in hundreds of communities across Canada\, welcoming millions of participants to create\, share\, and celebrate a life enriched by arts and culture. \nCulture Days encourages the public to discover and champion the importance of arts\, culture\, and heritage in their communities\, and to inspire year-round support for local artists\, creators\, and organizations. \nAnyone can organize an event and participate in Culture Days! From grassroots community volunteers\, public libraries\, and independent artists and collectives to major arts\, culture\, heritage institutions\, specialty festivals\, and municipalities—everyone is invited to join the celebration! \nFind free\, hands-on arts and culture activities and events in your community on the Culture Days website! https://culturedays.ca/en/bc\nSeptember 18 – October 4\, 2026
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/bc-culture-days-3/2026-09-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T220000
DTSTAMP:20260108T224914Z
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SUMMARY:Jimmy Carr 2026 Laughs Funny Tour
DESCRIPTION:Outback Presents and Chambers Touring are proud to announce that global comedy superstar Jimmy Carr is returning to Canada with his biggest national tour ever. The brand-new show\, Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny\, will hit an unprecedented 31 cities across the country\, a first for an international comedian. The tour will play coast to coast kicking off in Victoria on September 16\, 2026 with 5 additional British-Columbia stops including Abbotsford for the first time on September 17\, Vancouver on September 18\, Kelowna on September 19\, for the first time in Kamloops on September 20 and Prince George on September 21. Tickets go on-sale Friday\, December 5 at 10 AM at jimmycarr.com. \nKnown worldwide for his lightning-quick wit\, dark one-liners and unmistakable laugh\, Jimmy Carr remains one of the most successful and best-selling comedians on the planet. A master of razor-sharp humour\, he has toured to over 40 countries\, sold millions of tickets\, and continues to be one of the most streamed stand-ups of the last decade. His most recent tour\, Terribly Funny 2.0\, surpassed one million tickets worldwide and saw him perform 293 shows across 145 cities in a single year—cementing his reputation as one of the hardest-working acts in comedy. \nFollowing his sold-out 2023 tour\, Jimmy Carr returns to Canada with his fifth and most ambitious Canadian tour yet\, Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny. Alongside time-honoured cities such as Toronto\, Vancouver\, Montréal\, Calgary\, Ottawa\, Halifax and Winnipeg\, this tour will bring Jimmy to new markets he has never performed in before\, expanding his Canadian footprint further than ever. \n“A comedy hero for our times.” \nThe Guardian \n“Jimmy Carr is a world-class comedian.” \nThe Independent \nA dominant force in UK television\, Jimmy has fronted some of the country’s biggest comedy institutions\, including Channel 4’s 8 Out of 10 Cats\, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown\, and The Big Fat Quiz of the Year\, as well as Comedy Central’s Roast Battle UK and Your Face or Mine. He is a staple on QI and A League of Their Own\, has performed at The Royal Variety Performance three times\, and was a judge on all series of BBC1 entertainment series I Can See Your Voice. Most recently\, Jimmy hosted the first UK series of Last One Laughing\, which has been a viral hit for Amazon and is in production on series 2. His latest series\, Jimmy Carr’s Am I The A**hole?\, is currently airing weekly on Comedy Central and Paramount+. \nIn North America\, Jimmy is one of the most recognizable UK comedy voices. He became the first British comedian to sign a Netflix stand-up deal\, releasing four hit specials—Funny Business\, Best Of Ultimate Gold Greatest Hits\, His Dark Material on HBO\, and Natural Born Killer. The latter debuted in 2024\, reaching the Top 10 in 29 countries and earning 2.3 million viewing hours in its first week. He also created the Netflix panel show The Fix and has appeared on The Tonight Show\, The Late Late Show\, and Late Night with Conan O’Brien. \nJimmy is also a bestselling author whose memoir Before & Laughter was praised for its honesty\, insight\, and humour\, following his earlier book The Naked Jape.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/jimmy-carr-2026-laughs-funny-tour/
LOCATION:Rogers Arena\, 800 Griffiths Wy\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 6G1
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SUMMARY:The Big Pirate Run
DESCRIPTION:This themed run offers a 5km/10km/15km AND 21.1km (half marathon) Big Pirate Run/Walk (8:30/9am) along The West Dyke and Middle Arm Trail\, as well as a 1-3km Little Pirate Run/Walk (10:00am) around scenic Garry Point Park. Run with your ship mates\, enjoy door prize giveaways\, vendors and more. \nStarting at Garry Point Park\, the course makes it way North\, passing sights including Terra Nova Park\, The Richmond Olympic Oval and you may even catch some planes landing at YVR! With minimal inclines and stable gravel trails\, everyone is assured a beautiful and stress-free run/walk. \nThe route is for all ages and abilities. Pet & Stroller Friendly!
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/the-big-pirate-run-2/
LOCATION:Garry Point Park\, 12011 Seventh Ave\, Richmond\, V7E 4X2
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ORGANIZER;CN="SEA2SKY Events":MAILTO:team@sea2skyevents.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T183000
DTSTAMP:20260902T180825Z
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SUMMARY:Bigger Ideas Conference™ | Vancouver Women’s Conference
DESCRIPTION:Odihi’s Bigger Ideas Conference™ returns to Vancouver on September 19 for a powerful day of ideas\, inspiration and connection. Headlined by acclaimed writer and speaker Ijeoma Oluo\, the event brings together a diverse lineup of leaders across entrepreneurship\, technology\, finance\, wellness and the creative industries. Attendees can expect thought-provoking conversations\, interactive workshops\, practical takeaways and meaningful networking designed to turn ambition into lasting impact.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/bigger-ideas-conference-vancouver-womens-conference/
LOCATION:Microsoft\, 725 Granville St\, Vancouver\, V7Y 1G5
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T140000
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SUMMARY:Owl Hoot-enanny
DESCRIPTION:Join the party and have a real hoot! Dance to live music\, munch at a food truck\, and see a live owl. \nUncover the mysterious lives of owls and other grassland creatures through fun activity stations. Hunt for prey like a coyote through a grass maze or jump like a mouse into a giant straw pile. \nPark at 20285 8th Ave\, Langley \nFree\nAll Ages\nDrop by anytime
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/owl-hoot-enanny-2/
LOCATION:Campbell Valley Regional Park\, 20285 8 Ave\, Langley Twp\, V2Z 1V6\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Metro Vancouver Regional Parks":MAILTO:Programs.Info@metrovancouver.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260901T163832Z
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SUMMARY:Bits + Bobs Samples and Seconds Sale
DESCRIPTION:Got Craft Markets is bringing back its Bits + Bobs Samples and Seconds Sale on Saturday\, September 19\, giving Vancouver shoppers one day to dig through a curated collection of samples\, seconds\, discontinued goods\, studio extras\, and one-of-a-kind finds – with discounts of up to 80% off. \nTaking place at the historic Heritage Hall on Main Street\, the one-day event will feature incredible deals from 40 local brands bringing a mix of clothing\, ceramics\, paper goods\, art\, jewelry\, homewares\, candles\, yarn\, vintage\, seasonal stock\, supplies\, and more. Whether you are a bargain hunter\, handmade enthusiast\, fellow maker\, or simply sometime who loves a good deal\, the Bits + Bobs SALE is an opportunity to shop small\, discover something unexpected and give perfectly good things a second life. \nFor more info and to buy tickets\, visit the website.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/bits-bobs-samples-and-seconds-sale-4/
LOCATION:Heritage Hall\, 3102 Main St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5T 3G7\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Got Craft":MAILTO:info@gotcraft.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260811T215443Z
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SUMMARY:Festivibe 2026: North Vancouver's Multicultural Family Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the diversity of Metro Vancouver at Festivibe 2026\, produced by Vibehouse\, a free multicultural family festival at The Shipyards Waterfront District. \nExperience a full day of multicultural performances\, international cuisine\, artisan shopping inside the Pipe Shop Venue\, community organizations\, family-friendly activities\, and live entertainment on North Vancouver’s beautiful waterfront. Festivibe brings together communities from across Metro Vancouver through live music\, dance\, cultural performances\, interactive experiences\, and a vibrant Kids Village. \nDiscover local artisans\, international flavours\, and cultural experiences while enjoying one of the North Shore’s signature waterfront destinations. \nAdmission to the festival is free\, with Kids Village admission supporting Kids Life Foundation.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/festivibe-2026-north-vancouvers-multicultural-family-festival/
LOCATION:The Shipyards\, 125 Victory Ship Way\, North Vancouver\, V7L 0B3
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vibehouse":MAILTO:info@vibehouse.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T181554Z
CREATED:20260902T181554Z
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SUMMARY:Recipes for Connection
DESCRIPTION: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. \nShare your own at the recipe-card-making table\, play in the kid-friendly mushroom area or just hang out. Everyone welcome!
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/recipes-for-connection/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260817T172842Z
CREATED:20260817T172842Z
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SUMMARY:Vancouver Coffee Crawl
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Coffee Crawl is a week long self guided crawl through 24 participating cafes in Vancouver from September 21-27th.  This event aims to bring together coffee lovers from all over the city to explore new cafes\, connect with the community\, and celebrate the vibrant coffee culture in Vancouver. \nThe week will feature guest barista takeovers\, 2 guided crawls on the weekend and a wrap party to celebrate together on September 27th at Funk. Coffee Bar (1025 Dunsmuir St) \nStart your trek at any participating cafe\, grab your stamp card and collect a stamp per cafe (any drink or food purchase). The more stamps\, the more chances of winning prizes at the wrap party! Hope you join us this year as we celebrate fun coffee culture\, make new friends and support local.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/vancouver-coffee-crawl/2026-09-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260922T200000
DTSTAMP:20260817T172912Z
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SUMMARY:Eating Globally: Chinese Cuisine
DESCRIPTION: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 including Peru\, Malaysia\, Madagascar and Iceland. Kwan and Lau Anusasananan will be in conversation with comedian and actor Ali Hassan (Is There Bacon in Heaven?). Judy Lam Maxwell\, culinary-heritage tourism entrepreneur\, will lead with introductory remarks. \n— \nCheuk Kwan grew up in Singapore\, Hong Kong and Japan. His fifteen-part Chinese Restaurants (2005) documentary braids his personal experiences with his love of travel and appreciation for Chinese culture worldwide. Kwan’s personal memoir\, Have You Eaten Yet? (2002)\, draws out a global narrative of the Chinese diaspora by linking together personal stories of chefs\, entrepreneurs\, laborers and dreamers who populate Chinese kitchens world-wide. The book is the 2023 Gold Winner of Taste Canada Awards (Culinary Narrative). \nLinda Lau Anusasananan wrote The Hakka Cookbook: Chinese Soul Food from around the World (University of California Press\, 2012). The Gourmand World Cookbook Awards named it “Best Chinese Cuisine Cookbook of the World 2012.” The book weaves together history\, personal stories\, and recipes of the Hakka\, China’s “guest people.” For 34 years\, she served as a recipe editor and food writer at Sunset Magazine. She also presents Chinese cooking videos and recipes on the subscription site Grokker.com. \nAli Hassan is a stand-up comedian\, author and former chef. He is the host of Laugh Out Loud on CBC Radio\, as well as Canada Reads – CBC’s “battle of the books”. In 2023\, Ali began touring his latest one man show based on his decade in the food industry\, entitled Does This Taste Funny? His comedic memoir Is There Bacon in Heaven? was described by Rick Mercer as “perhaps the funniest and most heartfelt Canadian memoir yet.” \nJudy Lam Maxwell is a culinary-heritage tourism entrepreneur based in Vancouver. She is the owner of Historical Chinatown Tours which offers guided walking tours and traditional dumpling classes. Ms. Lam Maxwell\, who is of mixed Chinese European heritage and has a UBC Master’s degree in History\, also specializes in Chinatowns around the world. She is currently on the City of Vancouver Chinatown Advisory Committee and is a City Heritage Commissioner. \nIn partnership with Asian Canadian Writers’ Workshop.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/eating-globally-chinese-cuisine/
LOCATION:Vancouver Public Library\, 350 West Georgia Street\, Vancouver\, V6B 6B1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T200000
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SUMMARY:Taste of Lebanon
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/taste-of-lebanon/
LOCATION:Alliance Française Vancouver\, 6161 Cambie St\,\, Vancouver\, V5Z 3B2\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alliance Francaise Vancouver":MAILTO:marketing@alliancefrancaise.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTSTAMP:20260724T164349Z
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SUMMARY:Interior Design Show Vancouver 2026
DESCRIPTION:The must-attend event for West Coast design returns to the Vancouver Convention Centre this September. \nIDS 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 Vancouver celebrates both local talent and international design innovation. \nHighlights: \nCentral Bar\nDesigned by Synthesis Design in partnership with naturally:wood and Western Forest Products\, the 2026 Central Bar celebrates British Columbia’s forestry industry through a dramatic installation constructed entirely from BC wood. Featuring soaring 12-foot interlocking arches\, the space serves as both a gathering place and an exploration of contemporary mass timber design. \nEntrance Feature\nAward-winning firm STARK returns to IDS Vancouver to design the show’s entrance feature\, Reflection\, which will establish the first spatial experience of the fair and set the tone for the exhibitions beyond. \nLandscape Feature\nLandscape architect Andrew van Egmond of Designing Landscape debuts a new feature installation exploring circularity\, climate adaptability and the relationship between contemporary architecture and the natural environment. \nHow We Work\nReturning for its second year\, How We Work invites leading design firms to reimagine the future workplace through immersive\, conceptual installations. Participating studios include Kasian and Holland Design in partnership with Loop Phone Booths. Built by Reotech Construction. \nKeynotes \nThe 2026 keynote program\, presented by Vicostone\, features leading voices from architecture\, business\, hospitality and design\, including: \n\n\nMichael Sørensen\, Global Market Director\, Henning Larsen \n\n\nMandy Farmer\, Chair\, Hotels Canada and CEO\, Accent Inns Inc. \n\n\nNancy Bendtsen\, Inform Interiors \n\n\nTommy Smythe in conversation with Kelly Deck \n\n\nMay Globus\, live recordings of The Craft podcast \n\n\nJames Nexw’Kalus-Xwalacktun Harry artist \n\n\nWHEN \n\n\nThursday\, September 24 (IDS Party for trade and consumers) 7pm – 10pm \n\n\nFriday\, September 25 (Trade Day) 9am – 6pm \n\n\nSaturday\, September 26 (Trade and Public Day) 10am – 5pm \n\n\nSunday\, September 27 (Public Day) 10am – 5pm
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/interior-design-show-vancouver-2026/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Vancouver Convention Centre West\, 1055 Canada Place\, Vancouver\, V6C 0C3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260926T200000
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SUMMARY:Vietnam Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Vietnam Festival 2026 brings together the traditions\, flavours\, creativity\, and community spirit of Northern\, Central\, and Southern Vietnam. Visitors are invited to experience authentic Vietnamese cuisine\, live music\, cultural performances\, fashion\, traditional arts\, interactive activities\, and a community marketplace.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/vietnam-festival-2026/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Vancouver Art Gallery\, 750 Hornby St\, Vancouver\, V6Z 2H7
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vietnam Canada Business Association (VCBA) in collaboration with Soul of Vietnam Foundation (SOV)":MAILTO:info@vietnamfestival.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260729T225339Z
CREATED:20260729T225339Z
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SUMMARY:Vancouver Cheese and Meat | Artisan Food & Beverage Festival
DESCRIPTION:Taste 150+ pairings in one place. One ticket covers it all. \nHave you ever felt overwhelmed by the specialty food section or a farmers market? What do I buy? Will this work with my dinner party? That’s where the Cheese and Meat Festival comes in. Walk the Festival at your own pace\, creating pairings with our all inclusive tickets while learning directly from the artisans behind each product. With over 150 curated pairings\, it’s a chance to taste\, learn\, and connect with the best in artisan food and drink all under one roof. This Festival showcases a full spread of artisan food and beverage. Not just cheese and meat but everything you would find on a grazing platter and the drinks that pair with it.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/vancouver-cheese-and-meat-artisan-food-beverage-festival/
LOCATION:The Pipe Shop\, 115 Victory Ship Way\, North Vancouver\, North Vancouver\, V7L 0B2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260826T170244Z
CREATED:20260826T170144Z
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SUMMARY:The Canine Library
DESCRIPTION:We’re back for the 2026 Canine Library at John Hendry Trout Lake Park. Borrow a St. John Ambulance certified therapy pup and read them poetry. Sign-ups start at 12:30 pm—spots go fast\, so don’t be late! The event takes place in the park at Victoria Drive on East 19th Ave. behind the community centre on the east side along the path. \nEnjoy books\, barks\, and fun at this rain or shine party in the park. Stop by and get a library card\, check out a book\, explore VPL’s digital library\, and ask about library related services. \n*Please note\, you can only register for The Canine Library in person at the park. Kids 14 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Once you’ve registered to receive your bark-code\, you can check out a pup for a 10 minute session. The pup lineup will be announced as soon as they calm down from all of the excitement. \n— \nThis program has been graciously funded by the Vancouver Public Library Foundation. The Vancouver Public Library Foundation was established in 1997 as a registered charity to raise funds to enhance the collections\, programs\, services and community spaces of the Vancouver Public Library beyond what is supported by municipal funding. Working cooperatively with the Library\, the Foundation helps the Library achieve a level of service that would not otherwise be possible.\n— \nPresented in partnership by Vancouver Public Library Foundation\, St. John Ambulance BC/Yukon and Trout Lake Community Centre.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/the-canine-library/
LOCATION:John Hendry (Trout Lake Park) Near the Community Centre\, 3300 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, V5N 4L9
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Public Library":MAILTO:candie.tanaka@vpl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260831T164336Z
CREATED:20260831T164336Z
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SUMMARY:The Fable Tour: Forever
DESCRIPTION:Step into The Fable Tour: Forever\, the first chapter of Rocky Riobo’s year-long theatrical concert experience. \nBlending original music\, reimagined jazz standards\, storytelling\, dance and theatrical flair\, Forever explores the people\, places and memories that shape who we are. Warm\, playful\, nostalgic and deeply personal\, it’s a night of music and storytelling designed to feel like more than just a concert. \nEach chapter of The Fable Tour stands on its own while revealing another piece of a larger story about identity\, transformation and becoming. Come for the music\, stay for the story—and be there when the Fable begins.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/the-fable-tour-forever/2026-09-27/1/
LOCATION:Capilano University – BlueShore Financial Centre for the Performing Arts\, 2055 Purcell Way\, North Vancouver\, V7J 3H5
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261003T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261003T220000
DTSTAMP:20260721T030956Z
CREATED:20260721T030956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T030956Z
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SUMMARY:Gala to Change the Cancer Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Every two minutes\, someone in Canada receives a cancer diagnosis. While conventional medicine fights the disease\, patients frequently feel like a number in a fragmented system. Many turn to evidence-based integrative oncology to survive brutal treatment side effects\, but high costs force vulnerable families to choose between financial ruin or suffering in silence. \nThe Parmar Foundation is stepping into this divide to change the conversation. \nJoin us on Saturday\, October 3rd\, 2026\, at the Morgan Creek Golf Course in South Surrey for an elegant evening of community\, purpose\, and hope. Founded by integrative oncology pioneers Dr. Gurdev and Karen Parmar\, the foundation bridges the medical gap. \nAll proceeds directly fund: \nThe Patient Access Program: Fully subsidizing supportive\, whole-person cancer care for low-income BC families. \nClinical Research: Funding academic trials to prove how conventional and naturopathic systems can safely work together. \nEnjoy an exceptional dinner and live charity auctions. Help us ensure whole-person survival is a transparent right for everyone—not a luxury or a secret.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/gala-to-change-the-cancer-conversation/
LOCATION:Morgan Creek Golf Course\, 3500 Morgan Creek Way\, Surrey\, V3Z 0J9\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Parmar Foundation":MAILTO:research@theparmarfoundation.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261003T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261004T000000
DTSTAMP:20260901T164836Z
CREATED:20260901T164836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T164836Z
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SUMMARY:Splash 2026 Art Auction
DESCRIPTION:Arts Umbrella’s Splash Art Auction returns for its 44th year on October 3\, bringing together art\, culture and philanthropy for one of Canada’s most anticipated charitable art auction events. \nPresented by Nicola Wealth and co-chaired by Christie Garofalo and Bruce Munro Wright\, OBC\, Splash – one of Canada’s highest-profile fundraising art auctions – brings together an elegant cocktail reception showcasing all of the Splash artwork\, an evening program featuring a seated dinner and performances by the Arts Umbrella Dance Company and Pre-Professional Musical Theatre Troupe\, and a highly anticipated Live Auction led by auctioneer and contributing artist Hank Bull\, followed by The Party. Hosted by Fred Lee and Gloria Macarenko\, the evening will also feature a new red carpet experience sponsored by MaxMara\, where guests can capture their moment in the spotlight\, as well as a chance to win a sapphire bracelet generously donated by Clara Agopian as the evening’s prize draw. \nThe Splash Art Auction Collection features approximately 100 original works generously donated by established and emerging Canadian artists\, offering a dynamic reflection of the country’s contemporary art landscape. This year’s collection features works by some of today’s most compelling voices in Canadian art\, including Andrew Dadson\, Landon Mackenzie\, Greg Girard\, Edward Burtynsky\, Jake Kimble\, Sarah Anne Johnston\, Marie Khouri\, Don Yeomans\, Johnny Pootoogook\, and Moses Salihou. \nArts Umbrella is Canada’s leading not-for-profit charitable organization dedicated to arts education for children and youth. Proceeds from Splash support the organization’s multidisciplinary arts education programs\, which serve approximately 20\,000 young people each year through scholarships\, bursaries\, and community programs. Today\, nearly 80% of students access programming at no cost\, thanks to donor funding.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/splash-2026-art-auction/
LOCATION:Fairmont Hotel Vancouver\, 900 West Georgia Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261004T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261004T140000
DTSTAMP:20260817T173115Z
CREATED:20260817T173115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T173115Z
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SUMMARY:CIBC Run for the Cure in Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:On October 4th\, lace up your shoes and join the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure! For one powerful day\, Vancouver residents are invited to come together to change what the future looks like for someone facing breast cancer and take part in a 1km or 5km walk or run at Concord Community Park. \nRally your family\, friends or coworkers and sign up now. Learn more and register today at CIBCRunForTheCure.com
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/cibc-run-for-the-cure-in-vancouver/
LOCATION:Concord Community Park\, 88 Pacific Blvd\, Vancouver\, V6Z 0H5
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260609T001943Z
CREATED:20260609T001943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T001943Z
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SUMMARY:Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor: End Times Fascism and The Fight for the Living World
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an essential conversation with Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor as they discuss their forthcoming book\, END TIMES FASCISM – And the Fight for the Living World. \nAcross politics\, technology\, and culture\, a powerful narrative is taking hold: that ecological collapse\, social breakdown\, and mass instability are inevitable. Klein and Taylor examine how this fatalism is shaping a worldview in which elites prepare for survival while abandoning collective responsibility. From fortified enclaves to fantasies of off-world escape\, they trace how fear of the future is being harnessed to justify inequality\, exclusion\, and authoritarianism. \nBut this apocalyptic thinking\, despite tech-bro billionaire and Christian fundamentalist insistence\, can be rejected. Klein and Taylor offer a sharp and necessary framework for understanding this moment and how to fight it. With clarity and urgency\, they challenge us to deny the pervasive belief in impending doom\, defend human dignity\, and imagine futures rooted in collective care\, solidarity\, and hope that change is possible. \nNaomi Klein is an award-winning journalist\, bestselling author of Doppelganger\, No Logo\, and The Shock Doctrine. At the University of British Columbia\, she is founding Co-Director of the Centre for Climate Justice and Associate Professor in the Department of Geography. \nAstra Taylor is an award-winning writer\, activist\, and documentarian\, and a cofounder of the Debt Collective. She is the author of The People’s Platform\, which won the American Book Award; Democracy May Not Exist\, but We’ll Miss It When It’s Gone; and The Age of Insecurity. \nCo-presented with the UBC Centre for Climate Justice and Knopf Canada
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/naomi-klein-and-astra-taylor-end-times-fascism-and-the-fight-for-the-living-world/
LOCATION:Chan Centre for the Perfroming Arts\, 6265 Crescent Road\, Vancouver\, V6T 1Z1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261009T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261009T210000
DTSTAMP:20260609T230705Z
CREATED:20260609T230705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T230705Z
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SUMMARY:Jóhann Jóhannsson: Cinematic Suites
DESCRIPTION:This unforgettable production celebrates the remarkable collaboration between the late composer Jóhann Jóhannsson and visionary director Denis Villeneuve. This special performance\, Jóhann Jóhannsson’s Cinematic Suites – The Denis Villeneuve Scores\, brings to life the evocative musical landscapes of three acclaimed films: Prisoners\, Sicario\, and Arrival. In addition to those scores\, the night will also include a suite from the award-winning film The Theory of Everything and a song from Jóhann’s album Orphee. \nThe suite of music will transport audiences through haunting\, emotive soundscapes that have become synonymous with Jóhannsson’s genius. Audiences will be treated to a unique multimedia experience\, as the performance is synchronized with compelling film clips and rare behind-the-scenes pictures\, offering an intimate glimpse into the creative process behind these iconic works. \nAs we shine a spotlight on the synergy between Jóhannsson and Villeneuve\, expect to be moved by the powerful compositions that heighten the cinematic tension\, emotion\, and narrative depth of Villeneuve’s films. This remarkable event not only pays homage to Jóhannsson’s enduring legacy but also celebrates the transformative power of music in film. \nJoin us for a night of cinematic and musical brilliance that promises to captivate and inspire. \nCo-presented with VIFF Live
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/johann-johannsson-cinematic-suites/
LOCATION:Chan Centre for the Perfroming Arts\, 6265 Crescent Road\, Vancouver\, V6T 1Z1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261010T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261010T230000
DTSTAMP:20260811T154626Z
CREATED:20260811T154626Z
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SUMMARY:Avery Raquel ~ 2026 Slow Motion Tour
DESCRIPTION:Ocean Entertainment Worldwide\, in association with A.J.E. Global Productions\, presents eight limited engagement concerts starring Canada’s Avery Raquel ~ Live in Concert. ​ \nWitness the evolution of one of Canada’s most formidable young musical forces. At just 24 years old\, Billboard-charting recording artist and multi-instrumentalist Avery Raquel takes the stage for a mesmerizing live experience that redefines the boundaries of modern soul. \nThe Slow Motion Tour is a brilliant collision of musical eras. Backed by an elite and accomplished band\, Avery seamlessly weaves her deep roots in classic jazz with the sultry\, atmospheric textures of contemporary R&B and alternative soul. Having recently returned from Europe after earning her master’s degree from Berklee College of Music\, Avery brings a fierce\, refined musicianship to the stage. Her multi-octave range—praised as “lustrous\, precise\, and luminously powerful”—commands the room from the very first note\, effortlessly shifting from a whisper to a soaring\, emotive roar. \nThis is a night of honest\, vulnerable storytelling packaged in infectious hooks\, lush live arrangements\, and undeniable Canadian talent. The performance is meticulously paced to highlight Avery’s journey from jazz prodigy to contemporary R&B innovator. \nWith an intimate\, late-night jazz club energy feel\, Avery demonstrates her multi-instrumental prowess\, trading off between the piano and guitar. This show features jazz-tinged\, stripped-back arrangements of her earlier discography\, alongside smoky\, neo-soul-inspired new material. \nThroughout the entire concert the energy builds as her full band takes over\, diving into the heart of her celebrated self-titled album. Audiences will experience live\, driving renditions of fan favorites like “Helpless”\, “Please\,” “You”\, and ‘Nothing More”\, alongside the critically acclaimed tracks that swept the John Lennon Songwriting Competition. \nThe show culminates in a wave of lush\, modern\, ambient grooves. Showcasing her newest material—including “Hard To Stay”\, “The Letter”\, and tracks from her Slow Motion EP—Avery leans into atmospheric 80s\, rich vocal harmonies\, and irresistible\, deep R&B pockets that keep the crowd moving. \nAvery Raquel has been captivating audiences professionally for over a decade\, but this tour marks a profound “rebirth” of her artistry. She possesses a rare\, magnetic ability to make a large performing arts center feel like a tight-knit\, emotional sanctuary. For anyone who loves the timeless depth of Amy Winehouse\, the vocal precision of jazz greats\, and the fresh\, current edge of modern R&B\, this concert is a masterclass in what the future of soul music sounds like.​ \nTwo exclusive performances only. – Show 1: 6:30 pm | Show 2: 9:00 pm\nLive at the Revue Stage (Granville Island)\nTickets $44 (all Seats) – General Admission\nVisit: www.oceanentworldwide.com to purchase \n​
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/avery-raquel-2026-slow-motion-tour/
LOCATION:The Revue Stage\, 1601 Johnston St\, Vancouver\, BC V6H 3R9
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean Entertainment Worldwide":MAILTO:oceanentworldwide@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261010T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260721T030747Z
CREATED:20260721T030747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T030747Z
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SUMMARY:Kelsey Lu
DESCRIPTION:Cellist\, vocalist\, and composer Kelsey Lu performs at the Chan Centre in support of So Help Me God\, their first album in seven years. \nFollowing the lush\, orchestral landscapes of their acclaimed debut Blood\, Lu’s latest work is a powerful meditation on transformation\, devotion\, grief\, and self-discovery—or what they call “a reckoning.” Their “graceful and athletic” (Stereogum) vocals blend with haunting cello\, distorted guitars\, and choral swells to create a striking interplay of light and shadow: a Caravaggio painting brought to life in sound. \nBetween Blood and So Help Me God\, Lu remained busy\, composing scores for Netflix’s award-winning documentary Daughters and A24’s BAFTA-winning Earth Mama. They also collaborated with artists including Yves Tumor\, Debbie Harry\, and Jamie xx\, while partnering with leading fashion houses such as Miu Miu and Gucci. \nSome artistic journeys are worth the wait. Don’t miss the bold\, boundary-defying creative universe of Kelsey Lu.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/kelsey-lu/
LOCATION:Chan Centre for the Perfroming Arts\, 6265 Crescent Road\, Vancouver\, V6T 1Z1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261013T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261013T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T005137Z
CREATED:20260616T005137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T005137Z
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SUMMARY:Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves Celebrate John Coltrane
DESCRIPTION:In September 2026\, the jazz world marks the centennial of one of its greatest musicians: John Coltrane. To honour his enduring legacy\, luminaries Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves unite for a remarkable tribute\, revisiting Coltrane’s 1963 collaboration with Johnny Hartman.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/branford-marsalis-and-dianne-reeves-celebrate-john-coltrane/
LOCATION:The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts\, 6265 Crescent Rd\, Vancouver\, V6T 1Z1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261014T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T005339Z
CREATED:20260616T005339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T005339Z
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SUMMARY:Julian Lage Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Hailed as one of the most gifted guitarists of his generation and “one of the highest category of improvising musicians\,” (The New Yorker) Julian Lage has spent decades exploring the many strains of American music with boundless curiosity and technical mastery. With roots tangled up in jazz\, folk\, classical\, and country music\, Lage brings what The New York Times calls “a disarming spirit of generosity” to his playing\, approaching tradition as an open field for invention. \nA lifelong musician\, Lage emerged early as a singular talent. He learned the guitar at age five and was already playing onstage with Carlos Santana at eight. That same year\, he was the subject of the short documentary Jules at Eight\, showcasing his prodigious talents\, performed for the Grammy Awards as a preteen\, and later joined Gary Burton’s quartet at just 16. Rather than resting on early acclaim\, Lage has continually evolved\, recording widely as a leader and collaborating with artists including John Zorn\, Fred Hersch\, Nels Cline\, and Chris Eldridge. \nFor this concert\, he performs music from his newest album Scenes from Above\, with bassist Jorge Roeder\, drummer Kenny Wollesen\, and renowned keyboardist John Medeski. Though conceptualized by Lage\, Scenes from Above is not about him as bandleader. Instead\, he is firmly rooted as a band member within the quartet\, resulting in nine tracks that frame a brilliantly open experience. The four dazzling players give and take space in equal measure as they explore these songs in one space\, in real time. \nWitness the genius of Julian Lage live in Vancouver for an unforgettable experience. \nThis event is co-presented with Infidels Jazz as part of the VANJAZZ ’26 Jazz Festival
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/julian-lage-quartet/
LOCATION:Chan Centre for the Perfroming Arts\, 6265 Crescent Road\, Vancouver\, V6T 1Z1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T190953Z
CREATED:20260615T190953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T190953Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Zadie Smith
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a captivating conversation with Zadie Smith\, one of the most prolific writers of her generation\, whose work has helped shape the literary landscape for over two decades. \nTwo of Smith’s novels\, White Teeth and NW\, have been named among the best books of the 21st century by the New York Times and Kirkus\, the former published when she was just 24. Her latest novel\, The Fraud\, was named Best Book of 2023 by both the New Yorker and Publishers Weekly\, while Dead and Alive\, her most recent collection of essays\, was included on TIME’s list of must-read books of 2025. Whether writing on class\, race\, culture\, art\, or politics\, Smith captivates readers around the world with her singular voice. \nSmith’s novels have won major awards including the Commonwealth Writers Prize\, Jewish Quarterly Wingate Prize\, and Orange Prize\, among others\, while her play The Wife of Willesden won a Critics’ Circle Theatre Award. She has been honoured with the Langston Hughes Medal\, the St. Louis Literary Award\, and the Bodley Medal. \nPraised for her “boisterous narrative intelligence; ear for dialogue; [and] chronic absence of boring sentences\,” (The Guardian) few writers are as consistently dazzling as Smith. Don’t miss this intimate evening with one of the most celebrated voices in contemporary literature.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/an-evening-with-zadie-smith/
LOCATION:Chan Centre for the Perfroming Arts\, 6265 Crescent Road\, Vancouver\, V6T 1Z1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261016T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261016T210000
DTSTAMP:20260522T055514Z
CREATED:20260522T055514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T055514Z
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SUMMARY:Palace
DESCRIPTION:Palace have been making music together for over a decade. What started out as carefree jam sessions between Leo Wyndham\, Rupert Turner and Matt Hodges in an airless studio in North London established a DIY ethos that remains intrinsic to the spirit of the band to this day. \nIn early 2025\, Palace took a career leap releasing the Greyhound EP on their own label\, Palace Presents – a collective they’d started in 2016 as a monthly night at The George Tavern in East London\, which had quietly grown into something more intentional. A positive and protected space as Leo described it\, away from the usual constraints of the music industry. \n“Kid” was released in April 2026\, together with the announcement of a 30-date tour of the USA and Canada in the Fall of 2026\, culminating in a show at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. \n“Kid is about longing for a child an ocean away. It’s the ache we feel for our people when we’re separated from them. It doesn’t feel like a sadness or heaviness\, but more an affirmation of that love\, a primal release sung into the sunset as the road flies by.” \nJoin us for Palace’s Chan Centre debut and experience their immersive sound brought to life on our stage.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/palace/
LOCATION:Chan Centre for the Perfroming Arts\, 6265 Crescent Road\, Vancouver\, V6T 1Z1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260902T180906Z
CREATED:20260811T215304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T180906Z
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SUMMARY:WWF BC Place Climb for Nature 2026
DESCRIPTION:World Wildlife-Fund Canada is bringing its annual Climb for Nature to BC Place for the third time! This fun family-friendly event is the perfect opportunity for nature lovers of all ages to step it up\, get their steps in\, and sweat it out all in the name of BC wildlife. Climbers can challenge themselves to tackle the stadium’s 3\,000 steps with a single bowl or test their endurance with a 6\,000 step double bowl climb. \nFunds raised support conservation efforts throughout the country\, including here in B.C. where WWF-Canada is working with First Nations and other partners to restore salmon habitat in the Lower Fraser watershed\, regenerate forest destroyed after wildfire in the B.C. Interior\, and reduce the underwater noise\, ship strikes and pollution threatening whales off the West Coast.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/wwf-bc-place-climb-for-nature-2026/
LOCATION:BC Place\, 777 Pacific Blvd\, Vancouver BC\, V6B 4Y8
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ORGANIZER;CN="World Wildlife Fund - Canada":MAILTO:wwf@yulupr.com
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