How do we hold grief in these fractured times? When nation states starve the innocent and empires redraw borders with ruthless intent, when tools meant to connect us end up driving us apart, we turn to artists to offer meaning and remind us of our humanity. Horizons gathers a luminous
Carnaval del Sol, the Pacific Northwest's largest Latin American festival, returns for its 17th year with 280+ live performances, incredible street food from 20+ vendors, and new this year - a Sport Plaza with street soccer tournaments! There's something for everyone, from salsa beats on the Main Stage to family
Join us for a special edition of New West Craft! The Night Market will feature over 60 artist and artisan vendors, live music, and food trucks. Fun for the whole family, in the heart of New West! Come on down to the River Market, July 12 from 3-9 pm. Entry
The Vancouver Folk Festival is bigger, bolder, and more joyful than ever! This year’s lineup is a vibrant mosaic of global artistry and Canadian heart. From the rhythms of Tanzania, Congo, Morocco, South Africa, and Ireland to the voices of PEI, Newfoundland, British Columbia, Ontario, and Quebec, the 2025 roster
Fridays from July 18 – August 15, 2025 (6:30pm – 9:30pm) From Latin dance to swing and vogue, join us for an eclectic mix of dance classes – no experience required! Each event includes a free dance lesson followed by social dancing as the sun sets: July 18 – House
Let nature set the stage. Join Metro Vancouver Regional Parks and the Pacific Spirit Park Society at the free Forest Harmonies event at Pacific Spirit Regional Park. Stroll through the rainforest while listening to local musicians. Explore interpretation stations to learn more about forest music makers such as woodpeckers, wrens
Olympic Village’s hottest Thai brunch and day party is back for another round. Indulge in Chef Nok’s twist on classic brunch items, including Thai tea French toast and a Thai basil omelette, while Rewind DJs bring the vibes with an epic playlist of R&B throwbacks. Drink flights such as boozy
In partnership with CMHC Granville Island, New Works is proud to present All Over the Map 2025, a free outdoor dance series celebrating diverse artists from across cultures and styles. This year’s program features eight artists and groups over four captivating shows at Granville Island’s Picnic Pavilion on Sunday, July
Tired of regular swim lessons? Do you want more than swimming boring laps? Artistic swimming combines the best of dance, gymnastics and swimming, combining athleticism and artistry into one incredible sport. Pacific Wave Artistic Swim Club is offering free 45 minute Try-it classes on Thursday, July 24, 2025 from 7:00-7:45pm
The Akofena Afro-Theatre Society presents "Through a Film Darkly" by Joe de Graft, directed by Stephen Yaw Oppong, at the Anvil Theatre, July 24–26 at 7:30 PM and July 27 at 3:00 PM (with a Talk-Back Session following). Admission is free. To reserve a free ticket via Akofena Afro-Theatre Society,
SATELLITE is a free, outdoor ambient music concert and stargazing series in Elm Park. All ages are welcome. We gather in the green space between the Elm Park Fieldhouse and the tennis courts to explore the night sky with telescopes and binoculars against a backdrop of gentle, ambient music. Audiences
The Canadian Theatrical Premiere of Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore begins July 25 at Vancouver’s VIFF Centre. This deeply personal, visually immersive feature documentary about trailblazing Oscar®-winning actor and lifelong advocate Marlee Matlin. The film offers a revelatory and raw portrait of Matlin’s life told in her own words and