In this Family Saturdays workshop, you’ll build and decorate your very own bamboo candle lantern, a gorgeous craft that’s as fun to make as it is to display. Lanterns have long been a symbol of celebration and community in Chinatown, and now you can bring one home with your own
The 3rd Annual Chinatown Cocktail Showdown is back! Sponsored by Suntory Global Spirits. The event brings together eight of Chinatown’s iconic bars and restaurants for Lunar New Year-inspired cocktails. Sip original tasting pours from North America’s top bars - Bagheera, Bao Bei, Chickadee, Fiorino, Keefer Bar, Kissa Tanto, Laowai, Meo.
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 for a presentation of Sophie Lui’s video, "Chinatown Stories of Perseverance and Pride", an exploration of some of the history that shaped the community - and a look at the future through the eyes of those who love the neighbourhood. The future of Vancouver’s Chinatown has been the
Step into the world of Roger Lee’s Yixing teapots and discover the shapes, symbolism, and artistry within his remarkable collection. Join a short, family-friendly tour of Collector’s Corner: Roger Lee and discover the beauty and cultural significance behind these exquisite teapots. Pair your teapot tour with a special craft and
On its fifth anniversary, the Chinatown Storytelling Centre is expanding, and we want you to be the first through the door. This 4,000-square-foot immersive experience brings Vancouver’s Chinatown to life—where the past speaks, and the future listens. Building on the Centre’s main floor exhibits, the Learning Lab highlights Chinatown’s vibrant
The LiterASIAN Festival returns for its 14th annual edition with “Re-Generation,” a timely exploration of how Asian Canadian writers are reshaping literary culture today. Running from May 22 to September 29, 2026, across Vancouver, Toronto, and Ottawa, the festival brings together leading and emerging voices for a national celebration of
For a limited time only, the infamous Sins of the City Walking Tours are back at the Vancouver Police Museum & Archives! Are you ready for our featured tour, Vice, Dice, and Opium Pipes?!? Slip down the historic, shadow-soaked streets of Gastown and Chinatown on a gripping 90-minute walking tour.
Light Up Chinatown is back, and so are we! On Sat, Aug 8, Same Same But Different Snack Bar returns, and this year, it's a three-way crossover with Dicky's Dumps, Say Hey Cafe & Deli, and Touski joining forces. On the mashup menu: Meatball Dumplings: Say Hey's signature meatball recipe
We're firing up the binchotan for another season of PARTY OF 5. Five chefs! Five signature skewers! One unforgettable evening of great food, thoughtfully paired wine, good tunes, and great vibes! Each ticket includes all five skewers + two 5 oz glasses of wine, with additional wine available for purchase.
Now in its third season, we're firing up the binchotan for another round of PARTY OF 5. Five chefs! Five signature skewers! One unforgettable evening of great food, thoughtfully paired wine, good tunes, and great vibes! Each ticket includes all five skewers + two glasses of wine (or n/a option),
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with a weekend of family-friendly activities at the museum! This cherished Chinese holiday brings families together to share meals, enjoy mooncakes, light lanterns, and admire the full moon. Discover its traditions through storytelling, crafts, and food. On Saturday, enjoy Mid-Autumn storytimes by Five Blessings Collective with