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Punchbowl Festival takes over PNE Fairgrounds on Saturday, July 29th! Featuring over 50+ vendors sampling over 250+ of the finest summer spirits, beer and cider cocktail creations, wine, and delicious food. Highlights: Over 200+ Spirits, Beers, Cocktails, Ciders & Wines BBQ Showcase featuring a tasty menu by Columbus Meats DJ
A theatre show meets an escape room with cocktails - what more could you want?! An event like no other, expect incredible actors, riddles, cocktails and magic! For wizards and witches that have been in lessons with us before or have never visited The Den you can expect the unexpected.
Join us at B1 Gallery at The Beaumont Studios for an evening of exquisite drinks and artistic vibes. This private event will showcase a Whisky Tasting, a feature cocktail and an art auction by MINBID Art Auctions. Sip on our handcrafted cocktail while bidding and admiring the stunning artwork in
Celebrated Bartender and personality, Ryan Chetiyawardana (a.k.a Mr Lyan) is recognized globally for his inventive cocktails and a long list of accolades including World's Best Bar in 2017, 2018, and 2022. With bars in London, Amsterdam, and Washington, Mr. Lyan is coming to Vancouver, mixing up cocktails for a one-night-only guest
Prophecy's Beverage Director, Jeff Savage - 2019 World Class Canada Winner + Global Runner-up welcomes friends and fellow World Class Winners Kaitlyn Stewart, (2017, Global Winner), Chris Enns (2018, Global Winner), and Keegan McGregor, from Highwayman in Halifax (2024 World Class Global Bartender Winner) behind the bar at Prophecy for an exciting cocktail pop-up. Each World Class bartender will be
Celebrate the incoming new year in true Main Street style at Anh and Chi! This year’s end-of-year celebration is fresh and jazzy and includes an incredible 5-course tasting menu by Bib Gourmand Chef Ly Nguyen, complimentary bubbles to ring in the New Year, and a genre-blending jazz, funk, and soul
The Chinatown Cocktail Showdown is a vibrant event that brings together some of Chinatown’s top bars and restaurants for a friendly competition, showcasing their extraordinary mixology excellence. We’re proud that our iconic neighbourhood boasts one of the city’s highest concentrations of Michelin-starred establishments and acclaimed culinary talent. Taking place alongside
The Vancouver Community College (VCC) Foundation is proud to announce the return of Flourish, its signature fundraising event, taking place on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at the VCC Broadway campus (1120 E. 7th Ave). This annual event is a celebration of food, wine, and philanthropy, bringing together alumni chefs, industry
Vancouver, get ready! The BC Gin Festival is back, bringing an unforgettable night of craft gin, cocktails, and celebration! Join us on March 29, 2025 in Yaletown, Vancouver for an immersive experience where gin lovers and distillers come together to support the arts and indulge in BC’s finest spirits. Sample
Join us to kick off Pride Week for a night of glitz, glamour, and giving at Divas at Diva Presents: Bougie Bingo for Life! The Vancouver Friends for Life Society have partnered once again with the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver to bring you the 3rd Annual Pride Bingo at Diva! Hosted
Save a horse, ride a cocktail bar. Saddle up for an elevated country-inspired soirée – where classic western style meets high-style glamour. This isn’t your average country party… it’s Nashville’s finest with a Prophecy twist. Step into your best boots and enjoy live soulful country tunes & flash tattoos, a
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.