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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
Another hilarious comedy and music show is coming your way, Vancouver. Conscious Comedy is hitting the stage at the Shamshiri Caveman for the first time. Fringe-tastic comedy shows have been a huge success in the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley, and on tour in Calgary. It's the only West Coast comedy
Ann Mortifee’s Reflections on Crooked Walking returns to The Firehall! In this JUNO Award-nominated family musical, four unlikely friends go in search of a magic word that will allow them to escape the games of a mysterious manipulator named Opia and try to follow the lead of a strange presence
Join us at Honey Drop, hosted by Rhythm Sanctuary, for a night of sultry sounds of R&B, Afrobeats, and Hip-Hop. Located at the new speakeasy, Lotus Den, tucked downstairs of Kosoo Pocha. Come dressed to slay, bring your besties, sip cocktails, take cute pics in the sexy red lighting, and
Calling all Swifties! Get in your science era and get ready to Shake It Off at a special After Dark: Eras Edition at Science World on December 4th, from 6-10 pm. Spend the evening inside Vancouver's very own mirrorball! Don your most whimsical, era-inspired bejewelled outfit and prepared for an
Prepare to be whisked away on a dough-lightful cabaret of classic holiday songs as The Gingerbread Men return to the Arts Club stage this holiday season. Fresh out of the pan with their signature golly-gee charm, toe-tapping tunes, and buttery-smooth harmonies, The Gingerbread Men: A(nother) Holiday Cabaret is the perfect