District Local | Vancouver Events and Lifestyle

Local Pop-Up Market | Madeinthe604
2026-04-11 12:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Pipe Shop, 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver, North Vancouver, V7L 0B2, Canada
Spend the weekend with us at The Pipe Shop in the Shipyards District for a fun two-day pop-up featuring an amazing mix of local makers, creatives, and small businesses from across the Lower Mainland. Browse everything from handmade goodies and delicious treats to art, accessories, home finds, and thoughtful gifts.
There’s something for everyone, whether you’re shopping for yourself or just looking for a fun outing by the waterfront. Plus, the first 25 shoppers on Saturday will receive Market Money to spend with any vendor at the event.
📍 Where: The Pipe Shop, Shipyards District – 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
🗓 Dates: April 11-12, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🐾 Dog-Friendly
🎟 Admission: Free

Erhu to Cantopop: Five Thousand Springs of Chinese Sound
2026-04-11 14:30 - 16:30 | Chinese Canadian Museum, 51 E Pender St, Vancouver, V6A 1S9
Step into the rich world of Chinese music through live performance, storytelling, instrument demonstrations, and hands-on discovery. This immersive workshop explores the sounds and history of instruments such as the erhu, pipa, guzheng, suona, and sheng, inviting audiences to experience the beauty, depth, and variety of Chinese music up close.
Inspired by the Dream Factory: Cantopop Mandopop 1980s to 2000s exhibition at the Chinese Canadian Museum, the workshop also traces the path from traditional Chinese music to the rise of Cantopop. Along the way, participants will explore the connection between language tones and music, the development of Cantopop, and the legacy of legendary composer Joseph Koo Ka-fai, often celebrated as the Father of Cantopop. Your museum admission also includes access to the exhibition, making it easy to enjoy both in one visit.
This event is open to music lovers, curious newcomers, cultural enthusiasts, and anyone interested in Chinese music. It will be especially rewarding for composers interested in writing new music for Chinese instruments, offering deeper insight into traditional Chinese musical aesthetics, instrumental colour, and creative possibilities for new composition.
The workshop also connects to VCME’s third Composer Commission Project, which will support the creation of new works for Chinese instruments by selected composers from across Canada.
More info on the workshop: www.chinesemusicvancouver.com/erhu-to-cantopop

Erhu to Cantopop: Five Thousand Springs of Chinese Sound
2026-04-11 14:30 - 16:30 | Chinese Canadian Museum, 51 E Pender St, Vancouver, V6A 1S9
Step into the rich world of Chinese music through live performance, storytelling, instrument demonstrations, and hands-on discovery. This immersive workshop explores the sounds and history of instruments such as the erhu, pipa, guzheng, suona, and sheng, inviting audiences to experience the beauty, depth, and variety of Chinese music up close.
Inspired by the Dream Factory: Cantopop Mandopop 1980s to 2000s exhibition at the Chinese Canadian Museum, the workshop also traces the path from traditional Chinese music to the rise of Cantopop. Along the way, participants will explore the connection between language tones and music, the development of Cantopop, and the legacy of legendary composer Joseph Koo Ka-fai, often celebrated as the Father of Cantopop. Your museum admission also includes access to the exhibition, making it easy to enjoy both in one visit.
This event is open to music lovers, curious newcomers, cultural enthusiasts, and anyone interested in Chinese music. It will be especially rewarding for composers interested in writing new music for Chinese instruments, offering deeper insight into traditional Chinese musical aesthetics, instrumental colour, and creative possibilities for new composition.

Human Library®
2026-04-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Richmond Public Library, 100-7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, V6Y 1R8, Canada
Join us for our 4th annual Human Library® event and challenge your own prejudices and stereotypes to broaden your understanding. Connect in-person with people who might not normally cross your path. Check out a volunteer Book for 20 minutes to hear about their lived experiences and ask questions.

The Unreliability of Memory: A Writer’s Perspective with Denise Chong
2026-04-12 16:00 - 17:30 | Chinatown Storytelling Centre – 168 E Pender St., 168 E Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1T5, Vancouver, V6A 1T5
Join author Denise Chong, best known for her family memoir, The Concubine’s Children, for a conversation on the writer’s use of the tool of memory: powerful, but also fickle and unreliable.
Q&A moderated by Lucie McNeill, former CBC Radio current affairs host in Vancouver, and a freelance journalist in China. Books will be available for signing.
Members $10 | Non-Members $15

Susan Aglukark and PIQSIQ
2026-04-12 19:30 - 21:30 | Chan Centre for the Perfroming Arts, 6265 Crescent Road, Vancouver, V6T 1Z1, Canada
The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts presents an electric double bill of Inuit artistry with legendary singer-songwriter Susan Aglukark and acclaimed throat-singing duo PIQSIQ on April 12, 2026, at 7:30pm on the Chan Shun Concert Hall stage. The powerful concert of haunting northern beauty and mesmerizing arctic sounds will feature two separate programs, blending Aglukark’s mix of Inuit folk, country, and pop with PIQSIQ’s modern twist on traditional throat singing.
For tickets and further information, visit: chancentre.com

40 Years at Metropolis at Metrotown
2026-04-13 10:00 - 19:00 | Metropolis at Metrotown, 4700 Kingsway, Burnaby, V5H 4M1
For 40 years, Metropolis at Metrotown has been where Metro Vancouver gathers. This spring, the centre is celebrating the community that has supported it every step of the way with a nostalgia-inspired anniversary event running April 13 to June 14. During the two-month celebration, the Met will transform into a walk down memory lane with retro-inspired decor, interactive art installations, and throwback displays. Visitors can also enjoy special community happenings, including a DJ dance party, flower market, pop-ups, and more!
Visitors can join special events throughout the celebration:
April 13: Spend $200 and receive a $20 Met reward (while supplies last)
April 25: DJ dance party
May 1-10: Flower market hosted by Burnaby florist Manites Flowers
May 9, 10 and 31: DIY charm accessory gift with a minimum purchase of $150
May 16-17: Free engraving with a minimum purchase of $200
June 13: Market pop-up by Korean lifestyle brand Amuse Ground by Artbox
June 14: Finale dance party
Visit www.metropolisatmetrotown.com for more information.

CINEMA | Uiksaringitara (Wrong Husband)
2026-04-15 19:00 - 20:45 | Alliance Française Vancouver, 6161 Cambie St,, Vancouver, V5Z 3B2, Canada
To mark National Canadian Film Day, Alliance Française Vancouver invites you to a free screening of the film Uiksaringitara (Wrong Husband), a historical drama directed by Zacharias Kunuk. A not-to-be-missed moment in cinema, part of the celebration celebration of Canadian cinema and cultural diversity. Launched in 2014, National Canadian Film Day has brought together hundreds of thousands of Canadians to celebrate the stories and incredible achievements of Canadian filmmakers.
Synopsis
Igloolik, Nunavut, 2000 BCE. Kaujak (Theresia Kappianaq) and Sapa (Haiden Angutimarik) were promised to each other at birth. After the sudden death of Kaujak’s father, her mother marries a man from another camp tearing the young lovers apart. The promise of a better life quickly turns to a nightmare, with aggressive suitors backed by an evil shaman vying to win Kaujak’s hand. But Kaujak resists, holding on to hope that Sapa will one day make things right.
– Free
– Historical drama
– 15+
– In Inuktitut with English Subtitles
Co-presented by Alliance Française Vancouver, Visions Ouest Productions, and National Canadian Film Day.

Vancouver Career Fair
2026-04-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Pan Pacific Vancouver, 999 Canada Pl #300, Vancouver, V6C 3B5
Attention Opportunity Seekers! Career Fair Canada is back and better than ever, helping you advance your career in the right direction! Get in front of hiring managers, and network and apply to our recruiting exhibitors. Learn about exciting new career options and obtain valuable information about how to earn the credentials and diplomas you need to get the job you want with our training and career college exhibitors.

Re-Vision the Art of Recycling: Art Against Climate Disaster
2026-04-16 19:00 | Deer Lake Gallery, 6584 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby, V5G 3T6
Re-Vision the Art of Recycling is proud to present Art Against Climate Disaster at Deer Lake Gallery from April 16–25, 2026. Art Against Climate Disaster highlights environmental challenges and features works from 19 local artists working in sculpture, collage, and painting — on view both inside and outside the gallery.
Artists include Valerie Arntzen, whose assemblage works use materials collected from around the world; Carolina Franzen, who takes discarded materials to create abstract landscapes and conceptual art objects using organic processes; and Ron Simmer, who transforms discarded materials into captivating, playful works that offer whimsical commentary on modern society.
Auxiliary programming includes workshops, an opening celebration on April 16 from 7–10pm, and an artist party with a DJ on April 17 from 7–10pm.
ReVision is a non-profit society of artists who upcycle materials to focus on the sustainability crisis and causes.
Schedule:
Soft Opening Reception – Thursday, April 16, 2026 – 7:00pm-10:00pm
Grand Opening – Friday April 17, 2026 – 7:00pm-10:00pm
Closed – Saturday, April 18, 2026
Open for Public Viewing – Sunday, April 19, 2026 – 11:00am-6:00pm
Open for Public Viewing – April 20, 2026-April 25, 2026 – 11:00am-4:00pm
Closing Event – Saturday April 25, 2026 – 7:00pm-10:00pm

End of Greatness
2026-04-16 19:30 - 21:00 | Historic Theatre, 1895 Venables St, Vancouver, V5L 2H6, Canada
End of Greatness is a new multidisciplinary performance by friends and longtime collaborators Veda Hille and Maiko Yamamoto. Through songs and stories about moss, mushrooms, sisterhood, parenthood and a few big cosmological ideas, the audience gets swept up on a wild hunt — from the forest floor to the edges of the known universe.
What are the systems that are taking us down? What are the systems that are keeping us alive? Is cake at the centre of it all?
Join these two woodwives in an evening of performance about the very end of everything, and the beginning of something new.
For more information and tickets: thecultch.com/event/end-of-greatness/

Shrek The Musical
2026-04-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Avenue, New Westminster, V3M 2R2
Royal City Musical Theatre will present Shrek The Musical, on stage April 17 to May 3, 2026 at The Massey Theatre in New Westminster. Bursting with family-friendly fun, Shrek The Musical follows a cast of fairy tale misfits on a heartwarming journey of self-acceptance and inclusivity in this visually spectacular musical packed with hilarious adventure, dazzling costumes, and larger-than-life characters. Based on the beloved 2001 animated film, Shrek The Musical features all of the story’s most beloved characters, including the grumpy ogre Shrek, best friend Donkey, Princess Fiona, and the conniving Lord Farquaad.
The wildly entertaining Broadway production is a Drama Desk, Tony, and Grammy nominated smash hit that promises to delight audiences of all ages.
For tickets and further information, visit: royalcitymusicaltheatre.com

Opera Unbound presents Roan Shankaruk’s The Fox
2026-04-17 19:30 - 2026-04-19 16:00 | Annex, 823 Seymour St,, Vancouver, BC, V6B 3L4
Opera Unbound presents the world premiere of emerging Vancouver composer Roan Shankaruk’s evocative new chamber opera The Fox, on stage April 17-19, 2026 at ANNEX (823 Seymour Street). This is the first time D.H. Lawrence’s 1922 novella has been adapted into a contemporary opera. An unsettling study of power and psychology, The Fox is an intense, genre-defying examination of the nuanced relationships and power dynamics of its characters.
Set in the wake of WWI and the Spanish Influenza, The Fox follows Nellie March and Jill Banford, who are both business and covert romantic partners plagued by a wily fox wreaking havoc on their poultry farm. When a charming young soldier, Henry Grenfel, offers his assistance, he sets off a chain of events that threaten to change all of their lives forever.
Under the music direction of Perri Lo, the world premiere of The Fox features local performers: tenor Adam Schmidt as Henry, mezzo-soprano Renee Fajardo and soprano Roan Shankaruk, alternating as Jill, and mezzo-soprano Taryn Plater as Nellie. For tickets and information, visit: operaunbound.com

VPMA 40th Anniversary Family Weekend (Free Event)
2026-04-18 10:00 - 2026-04-19 17:00 | Vancouver Police Museum & Archives, 240 East Cordova street, Vancouver, V6A 1L3
To celebrate four incredible decades of history, the Vancouver Police Museum & Archives is opening its doors for a FREE Family Weekend!
Exclusive New Exhibit: Be among the first to experience Who We Are, a journey through 40 years of gripping stories from the front lines.
Family Fun: Interactive activities that will keep the kids (and the kids at heart) busy all day.
Surprise Guests: We’ve got some special appearances, including the Mounted Unit on Saturday at 11 am.
Free admission!

Indigenous Medicinal Plant Workshop
2026-04-18 11:00 - 13:00 | Fraser River Discovery Centre, 788 Quayside Drive, New Westminster, V3M 6Z6
Join us as we walk through the boardwalk, rediscovering wild, native, and medicinal plants. Through storytelling and hands-on sensory experiences—smelling, touching, and tasting—participants will deepen their connection to the plants around us.
Participants will sample selected plants and take home a two-page illustrated mind map.
About the Instructor
LoriAnn Bird is a Métis author of the Revered Roots: Ancestral Teachings and Wisdom of Wild, Edible and Medicinal Plants. As a mother, herbalist, and educator, LoriAnn shares a deep knowledge of medicinal and edible plants that grow in the most common and everyday spaces. By witnessing and listening to our immediate surroundings, we open ourselves to a relationship with all that exists.
• Explore wild, native, and medicinal plants
• Indigenous knowledge shared through storytelling
• Sensory experiences with plant samples
• Take home a two-page illustrated mind map
This workshop is intended for participants 16 years of age and older.
Pre-registration is required.
– Early Bird (until Mar 25th) – $25
– Regular (starting Mar 26th) – $28
– Student (Student ID Required), Senior (65 and older), or Member – $25
Register on https://form.jotform.com/242755833303254.

Spring Pop-Up Market | Made in the 604
2026-04-18 11:00 - 17:00 | Heritage Hall, 3102 Main St, Vancouver, BC, V5T 3G7, Canada
Join us at Heritage Hall for a charming spring pop-up filled with local talent, beautiful products, and all the good weekend vibes. From handmade pieces and artisanal treats to beauty products, fashion, art, and home decor, this two-day market is the perfect place to discover your new favourite small business.
Bring your friends, explore a curated selection of incredible vendors, and enjoy a laid-back day of shopping local in one of Vancouver’s most loved venues. The first 25 shoppers in line on Saturday will receive Market Money to use at any booth, so make sure to come early.
📍 Where: Heritage Hall – 3102 Main Street, Vancouver
🗓 Dates: April 18-19, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🐾 Dog-Friendly
🎟 Admission: Free

Best of the Best Bar Takeover
2026-04-18 18:00 - 23:00
For one night only, experience a two-way collaboration as Reflections The Golden Terrace welcomes the visionary talents of Zapote Bar from Rosewood Mayakoba. Savor signature cocktails crafted with heritage, innovation, and elegance.

Lil Cuties: Amar Singh's Comedy Special Recording
2026-04-18 18:30 - 20:30 | Little Mountain Gallery, 110 Water Street, Vancouver
Local legend Amar Singh (Just For Laughs Vancouver, Sirius XM) records his second debut comedy special! Be a part of history as Amar tapes his favourite jokes from the past two years!
Featuring opening spots from Vancouver’s best comedians who are also Amar’s friends :) isn’t that nice, man?
Amar Singh is one of the best comedians in the world at being one of North America’s rising comedic stars. Delightfully absurd and shockingly honest, he is a consistent crowd favourite. Vibrating between heartfelt personal stories and the dumbest jokes he can think of, Amar will keep you deeply entertained.
You can find his first debut special “Please Don’t Kill Me” on Youtube, if you’re curious! Or @realexciting on Instagram

Broadway Open Mic
2026-04-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Goldcorp stage at the BMO Theatre Centre, 162 W 1st Ave #203, Vancouver, V5Y 0H6, Canada
Are you ready to unleash your inner Broadway star? Join us at our musical theatre open mic events with live piano accompaniment! Whether you want to sing your favourite showtune or just enjoy the show, we can’t wait to share in our love for musical theatre.
Performance sign-up is first-come, first-served with limited availability, so be sure to arrive when doors open at 7:00 PM to claim your spot. Bring your own sheet music or peruse our small selection of pieces to perform in front of friends and community members.
Tickets are available online using a Pay-What-You-Choose model, starting from $5* (we recommend a price of $15 to help us cover our artistic & guest services expenses).

Moms Offering More Spring Family Fling
2026-04-19 12:00 - 14:00 | The Landing Youth Centre, 1648 East 1st Avenue, Vancouver, V5N 1A7
Moms Offering More (MOM) will host its Spring Family Fling on April 19th to celebrate Mother’s Day early at the new Landing Youth Centre. Families can visit the centre, enjoy snacks, dance, create crafts and have professional portraits taken while supporting the programs that help local youth thrive.
Donations at the event will help improve food security across East Vancouver.

Pollinator Party!
2026-04-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Fraser River Discovery Centre, 788 Quayside Drive, New Westminster, V3M 6Z6
Pollinator Party! Super Weekend is a monthly program geared toward families. There are lots of activities that explore different features of the Fraser River, from its booming industry to its diverse ecosystem!
See what all the buzz is about! Join us as we celebrate the important role pollinators play in keeping the Fraser watershed nourished and thriving.
Early spring is the perfect time to get to know the bees, butterflies, bats, birds, and many other species hard at work around us. Without these essential pollinators, plant life in the Fraser River basin would struggle to produce fruits and seeds.
WHAT:
– Model pollination in action and discover how flowers and pollinators work together
– Learn about local pollinator species through a fun matching game
WHEN: Saturday – Sunday, April 25th-26th, 10:00am – 4:00pm
WHERE: Fraser River Discovery Centre, 788 Quayside Drive, New Westminster, BC
COST: Includes admission to the Discovery Centre. Specific costs are listed below:
– Family Ticket ($20.00) – for 2 adults and up to 4 children
– Adult Ticket ($8.00) – adult 19 and older
– Senior Ticket ($6.00) – senior 65 and older
– Student Ticket ($6.00) – student ID required
– Child ticket ($5.00) – children aged 3-12
– Children 2 and under register for free
Caretakers are asked to remain with their children for the duration of their visit.

La Bohème
2026-04-25 19:30 - 22:30 | Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 630 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B5N6, Canada
One of opera’s most enduring love stories, set in the world’s most romantic city, rendered with the most vibrant characters and melodies. Puccini’s masterpiece transports us to the heart of 1890s bohemian life in Paris, where love blossoms amidst dreams, hardships, and the unyielding pursuit of artistic freedom. La Bohème has remained one of the most beloved and frequently performed operas worldwide since its 1896 premiere, due in large part to captivating pieces like “Quando m’en vo”, a.k.a. “Musetta’s Waltz”, and perhaps the most famous duet in opera, “O soave fanciulla”, sung on that moonlit moment when Mimì and Rodolfo fall in love.

Goh Ballet's The Nutcracker 2026 - Open Audition
2026-04-26 11:00 - 19:00 | Goh Ballet, 2345, Vancouver, V5T 3C9, Canada
Be a part of the holiday magic. Register now and audition for a chance to perform in Goh Ballet’s The Nutcracker 2026.
Goh Ballet’s The Nutcracker returns to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre this December 2026. Register now to audition for Vancouver’s very own annual Nutcracker production.
Aspiring dancers aged 6+ are invited to audition on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
This distinguished opportunity offers performers from across Metro Vancouver, the Lower Mainland, and Vancouver Island to refine and display their artistry on stage alongside internationally celebrated guest artists in our timeless holiday tradition.
Please visit GohNutcracker.com for more information.
AUDITIONS DETAILS
Eligibility: Dancers Ages 6+ to Professional
Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Location: Goh Ballet Academy
2345 Main Street, Vancouver, B.C., V5T 3C9
Parking & Drop Off:
Due to ongoing construction with the city’s Broadway Subway Project, drop-off spaces in front of the building are limited.
Public parking lots and street parking are available. Please respect neighbouring businesses and residences. Do not occupy or utilize private parking spaces nearby
Free Parking: Behind Mount Pleasant Community Centre and around Dude Chilling Park
Paid Parking: Easy Park Parkade, Broadway & Main (South East corner), Mount Pleasant Community Centre (underground parking lot), Main & 6th
For more information, please view the Mount Pleasant Parking & Access Map
Please arrive at least 30 minutes but no more than 1 hour before the audition start time for check-in and individual warm-up
ROLES AVAILABLE:
Small Children(Ages 6-7)
Little Mice, Little Lambs, Small Reindeer, Small Party Children
Tall Children(Ages 8-10)
Clara, Fritz, Party Children, Gingerbread Doll, Small Reindeer, Soldiers, Small Angels, Dragonflies, Besos
Intermediate(Ages 11+ | Not yet completed RAD Intermediate/equivalent)
Clara, Fritz, Party Children, Soldiers, Small Angels, Dragonflies, Besos, Tall Reindeer, Cavalry, Giant Mice, Cha
Senior (Completed RAD Intermediate/equivalent *Minimum Requirement*)
*Gymnastics & Adult Auditions*
Alternate Audition Date – Summer 2026 (Dates and Times TBA)
DRESS CODE
Please select ONE (1) of the dress code options required for your audition:
Solid colour leotard, toned tights and ballet slippers, short skirts (optional )
Form-fitted T-shirt (no logos), solid coloured tights with waist elastic, white mid-calf socks (optional ), black or white ballet slippers
Additional Requirements:
Tights and ballet slippers should match in colour
Hair should be neatly styled away from the face, long hair should be secured in a classical bun
Jewellery should be kept to a minimum (No watches and or accessories)
Glasses and any visible piercings must be removed (tattoos must be covered or removed)
Pointe shoes may be worn for the Intermediate and Senior auditions (11 years+)
REHEARSAL COMMITMENTS (Mandatory)
All cast members who are accepted to perform in Goh Ballet’s The Nutcracker are required to attend our mandatory casting call and all rehearsals.
Casting Call Date: September 2026 (TBA)
Rehearsal Dates: Commencing mid-September 2026 until the conclusion of our production
Children, Junior, Intermediate Dancers: Sundays
Senior Dancers: Friday afternoons/ evenings AND Sundays
In-Studio Rehearsals:
Sep 13th – Dec 13th, 2026
Goh Ballet Academy
Production Week Rehearsals:
Dec 14th – 20th, 2026
Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Important Notes:
Roles may be relinquished by dancers not in attendance, as a result of missed mandatory rehearsals
All cast members MUST be available and attend any required rehearsals, as well as for the duration of our production week
PRODUCTION FEE
Dancers who are cast in Goh Ballet’s The Nutcracker are required to pay a Mandatory Non-Refundable Production Fee of CAD $395.00 + GST. The production fee following successful audition assessments supports:
Rehearsals, performances, costume fittings, alterations, hair/headpieces
*Additional costs may apply for certain roles, including required shoes and enhanced makeup items. Further costume fees may apply depending on role requirements.*
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
All tickets are Non-Refundable
No refunds will be provided for any cancellations and or no-shows
Registered auditionees must inform Nutcracker@GohBallet.com as soon as possible to advise of any cancellations or missed auditions
Important Notes:
Casting in Goh Ballet’s The Nutcracker is not guaranteed. Roles are also not guaranteed
A make-up audition may be scheduled later in the year; however – this is not guaranteed
Please visit GohNutcracker.com for additional information about our beloved production. Should you have any inquiries or require clarity on the audition process, please contact Nutracker@GohBallet.com.

Space Lab: Audio 101 Workshops
2026-04-26 17:00 - 18:00 | Space Lab, 638 E Hastings St., Vancouver, BC, V6A 1R1
Space Lab presents the inaugural workshop series Audio 101, a first-of-its-kind initiative in Vancouver. Hosted by owner and experienced industry expert Clint Moroz, the free series is open to women and newcomers who are interested in diving into the world of High-Fidelity music and audio equipment. The workshops aim to make expert knowledge more accessible and lower barriers to entry into this niche, but increasingly vital industry. The hour-long weekly sessions start April 26, 2026. Space Lab is an audio and vintage home decor store that has been serving the community for over 15 years. They curate a variety of new and vintage audio equipment and physical media, including turntables and LP recordings.
Learn more about Space Lab and their offerings at: https://ilovespacelab.com/
Those interested in signing up can register at: https://spacelab.tickit.ca/

Vancouver Poetry House's Verses Festival of Words
2026-04-27 | chill x studio, 2270 Manitoba St, Vancouver, V5Y 1K6
The 2026 Verses Festival of Words is thrilled to return from April 27–May 2, 2026, at Chill X Studio. This year’s theme, Intimate Dialogues, examines how we share connections, consume content, and whisper resilience in the face of global silencing and genocide. The programming focuses on gathering, community, shared learning, and amplifying voices in solidarity.
Highlights include the return of the annual Canadian Individual Poetry Slam (CIPS), taking place over three nights and featuring a performance by Spin El Poeta. This year’s Oral Traditions, an international Indigenous Poetry Slam, will be co-produced by Derek Edenshaw, Native Hip Hop Society, Franz Seachel, and Enabling Arts Society.
Other festival favourites coming back include Famous Last Words from Death Rides a Unicorn, a hilarious evening of poetry games featuring some of Canada’s favourite personalities. Mashed Poetics is one of the city’s longest running showcases that combines poetry with live music — an ensemble of Canada’s favourite poets create and perform poems inspired by musical hits performed by the Mashed Poetics cover band led by Spillious the Ridiculous.

CINEMA | Fanon
2026-04-29 19:00 - 21:30 | Alliance Française Vancouver, 6161 Cambie St,, Vancouver, V5Z 3B2, Canada
Synopsis = Frantz Fanon, a French psychiatrist originally from Martinique, has just been appointed head of the psychiatric ward at the Blida Psychiatric Hospital in Algeria. His methods stand in stark contrast to those of other doctors in the context of colonial rule. A biopic set against the backdrop of the Algerian War, depicting a struggle waged in the name of humanity.
12+ years old
Screening in French with English subtitles
This event is presented by Alliance Française Vancouver, In partnership with Institut Français and RésoSanté Colombie-Britannique

Juliet & Romeo
2026-04-29 19:30 - 21:00 | Historic Theatre, 1895 Venables St, Vancouver, V5L 2H6, Canada
The Cultch presents Juliet & Romeo, a humorous and heartfelt duet about love, loss and longevity.
With Lost Dog’s unique blend of dance, theatre and comedy, this duet reveals the real story of Romeo and Juliet. It turns out they didn’t die in a tragic misunderstanding, they grew up and lived happily ever after. Well, they lived at least.
Now they’re in their 40s, at least one of them is in the grips of a mid-life crisis, and they feel constantly mocked by their teenage selves and haunted by the pressures of being the poster couple for romantic love.
To confront their current struggles, they have decided to put on a performance — about themselves. Their therapist told them it was a terrible idea.
Directed by Olivier Award-nominated Ben Duke, Juliet & Romeo takes on our cultural obsession with youth and our inevitable issues with longevity.
For more information and tickets: https://thecultch.com/event/juliet-and-romeo/

LES ÉPICURIENS | Cooking demonstration: Macarons
2026-04-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Alliance Française Vancouver, 6161 Cambie St,, Vancouver, V5Z 3B2, Canada
Immerse yourself in the refined world of French pastry with this delightful macaron workshop, and celebrate the arrival of spring with spring-flavoured macarons!
During this demonstration, you will learn all the essential steps to create the perfect macaron shell—a delicate, crisp exterior that gives these treats their signature charm. Camille Bourdon will also reveal two different filling flavours, each bringing its own unique taste and texture. To round off this experience, enjoy a friendly and indulgent tasting session, savouring these iconic French delights!
Sign up now to reserve your spot and indulge in a delicious experience!
– Registration required to participate
– Please note that places are limited
– The event will be bilingual in French and English
This event is presented by Alliance Française Vancouver, with the support of the Government of Canada.

The Perfect Bite | A Dinner Experience Inspired by Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery
2026-05-01 18:00 - 21:30 | Glowbal 590 W Georgia St, 590 W Georgia St, Vancouver, V6E 1A3
Gather your closest (and hungriest) friends to sift through Chef Maribelle Moore’s 4-course mystery infused with delicious food-based puzzles. They say never play with your food, but those people never had to solve a murder…
In collaboration with Netflix, Secret City presents a one-of-a-kind Murder Mystery Dinner experience. Set in the captivating and thrilling universe of the Knives Out film series, this immersive event will have you on the edge of your seats as you and your team work to uncover the truth.

The Perfect Bite, A Dinner Experience Inspired by Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery
2026-05-01 18:00 - 21:30 | Glowbal 590 W Georgia St, 590 W Georgia St, Vancouver, V6E 1A3
Gather your closest (and hungriest) friends to sift through Chef Maribelle Moore’s 4-course mystery infused with delicious food-based puzzles. They say never play with your food, but those people never had to solve a murder…
In collaboration with Netflix, Secret City presents a one-of-a-kind Murder Mystery Dinner experience. Set in the captivating and thrilling universe of the Knives Out film series, this immersive event will have you on the edge of your seats as you and your team work to uncover the truth.
Limited dates and seatings available each week. Visit the website to book your seats.
