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Celebrate Summer at Metropolis at Metrotown with inspiring new events, activities, and experiences fit for all ages. From July 21 to September 24, 2023, BC’s largest shopping centre will transform into a must-visit summer destination with interactive outdoor and indoor spaces, inspiring art installations, a fun limited-time-only MET Passport Challenge,
Are technology and digital services easily accessible? Join us on Zoom on July 21, 2023, from 1:00 – 3:00 PM PT for our next Accessible Community Forum on Digital Accessibility to discover our community's thoughts. Have your opinion on the topic heard by taking our survey now: https://forms.office.com/r/LBdKVKP0HR Digital accessibility
Join Metro Vancouver Regional Parks and the Pacific Spirit Park Society at Pacific Spirit Regional Park, 16th Ave on Saturday, July 22nd from 6:30 to 8:30pm for our Forest Harmonies event. Stroll along a trail through the rainforest at dusk while listening to local musicians. Explore interpretation stations to learn
Mary was the only peace officer in the history of penal institutions in Canada to offer up her life in the service of her country. It was during a 1975 prison escape attempt and 41-hour hostage-taking by three desperate inmates at the B.C. Penitentiary in New Westminster, BC, that Mary
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver is the destination for joy this July, with live summer music available every Friday from 1-3 p.m. Guests are invited to gather near the centre’s fountain outside of BIBO Pizzeria to enjoy the summer vibes while listening to free music performances from talented local artists. Tunes
Suspended Reverie Ben Brown | Concert | Hammocks This is STRETCH's most beloved event. A live music experience unlike no other all within the calming environment of Stretch. Join Ben Brown and host Emmanuelle Rousseau for this 1-hour live concert suspended from a hammock! We look forward to welcoming you
Far from The Tree presents The Pink Unicorn by Elise Forier Edie! A Christian, single mom finds herself the begrudging centre of controversy in her small, Texan town when her non-binary child attempts to form a Gay Straight Alliance at the local high school. Performed by Shel Wyminga, this production
Free to the public, Twilight Concerts in Coal Harbour Park downtown Vancouver! Bring your blanket, chair , snack and enjoy some incredible music. The 7th Annual Series will bring you Latin, Swing, Flamenco and Django Reinhardt-style Jazz!
As the tenth anniversary of Vancouver-based funk and soul band Queer As Funk approaches, anticipation builds for a milestone celebration that promises to captivate hearts and minds. The band has been a transformative force within the 2SLGBTQI+ community, using their music as a catalyst for joy, acceptance, and social justice.
What better way to spend the long weekend than strolling by your favourite designer brands? Mark your calendars to join McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver’s first-ever late-night shopping dates on August 5th and 6th from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Starting from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., guests will have ample
Whole Way House is hosting a Spectacular Summer Party open to the public and you are invited! Come on down to Batch Vancouver on August 9th, bring your friends and enjoy great eats and drinks with Juke Fried Chicken, live music and raffle prizes! Celebrate a good time for a
On Thursday, August 10, Miracle Treat Day is back. DQ fans in Vancouver can continue the 21-year tradition of helping make miracles happen for children and their families by visiting their local DQ to celebrate Miracle Treat Day. The funds raised locally stay local—net proceeds from every Blizzard Treat sold