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Celebrate the Year of the Horse at Lansdowne Centre with a lively, family-friendly Lunar New Year event filled with culture, energy, and festive fun for all ages. The celebration opens with a high-energy Dragon Dance, filling the space with festive excitement and auspicious New Year blessings. Join the interactive Fire
A safe, confidential space to find calm and support while facing the grief, worry, and overwhelm that the current events in Iran bring to our hearts. When we regulate ourselves, the collective stabilizes. Learn to: Ground and release overwhelm Move and breathe to let go of stress Reset body, mind,
The Wedding Party is coming to Vancouver! After success in Toronto, Secret City brings its hit dinner-theatre escape room to Glowbal. This immersive mystery blends puzzles, performance, and a three-course meal. With 7 actors and room for 48 guests, you won’t just watch the story, you’ll become part of the
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Carly Reirson is bringing her heart to the Vancouver stage as she celebrates her deeply personal album 'Diary of a Beating Heart.' The show takes place as part of a three-show homecoming tour- visiting the cities that have shaped her journey — Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver. With an
Be immersed in the heart of the Pacific Ocean with UPU, a dynamic and electrifying theatre experience bringing the ocean’s rich voices to life. This acclaimed theatrical work consists of the upu (meaning ‘words’) from 23 poets, including young activists, Poet Laureates and literary prize winners. Spanning decades and cultures,
The Chinese Canadian Museum in Vancouver is welcoming the Year of the Horse with a two-day Lunar New Year celebration packed with hands-on workshops, live audio theatre, curator tours, and family-friendly activities. The festivities run February 21 and 22 at the museum’s home in the historic Wing Sang Building in
Join us on February 22nd for a special Lunar New Year pop-up right in the heart of Chinatown's parade route. Dicky's Dumps is teaming up with our friends at Say Hey Cafe & Deli to bring you handmade dumplings, culturally-inspired snacks, and steaming hot drinks to keep you warm while
Vancouver's favourite queer comedy show, That's gay! comedy, is back again for Just For Laughs! Hosted by Erin Purghart and featuring Canada's funniest homos, catch That's gay! comedy on Sunday, February 22nd at 7pm at the Red Gate Revue Stage on Granville Island! All are welcome – whether you're queer,
The annual LunarFest Concert returns to the Orpheum with our favourite local musicians and international artists. Join friends, family, and community for a night of music and storytelling that stretches from Vancouver across the Pacific. Featuring the inaugural Pancouver Awards, Taiwanese family theatre troupe Fooderlon Theater, Jade Music Fest artists,
Israeli-born British chef, bestselling author, and culinary innovator known for vibrant, vegetable-focused, Middle Eastern-inspired cuisine that has transformed modern cooking with bold flavours and creative recipes.
We invite you to an unforgettable strings music experience where you will be surrounded by the glow of candle lights while live music fills the air in the beautiful setting of Christ Church Cathedral. Led by VSO’s Concertmaster, Nicholas Wright, this evening evokes the serene beauty and noble character of
This unique event starts with a mindful yoga practice, infused with the healing power of acupuncture to help restore balance, release tension, and deepen your sense of calm. All skill levels welcome. Enjoy a 45-min yoga flow to awaken the body and calm the mind, followed by 20 min savasana