Vancouver events and happenings. Giving you the goods on what to do, straight from the street.
Celebrate Vancouver PRIDE with the Man in the Pink Hat on the Really Gay History Tour! Drag kings, two spirit warriors, and queer church ministers, this walking tour is a celebration of the unsung heroes who forever changed the social fabric of our city. Sundays at 10 a.m. + Extra
Explore backstage inside Vancouver’s most infamous venue with club owner Danny Filippone and friends as your guides, armed with stories of vice squad busts, mobsters, bootlegging, Rat Pack parties, fire and murder. With a jazz band up on stage and spaghetti and meatballs served the way Mama Filippone made ‘em,
Want to perfect your public speaking skills and learn the do's and don'ts of hosting and emceeing then you need to take the world travelling and illustrious David C. Jones Hosting Workshop. Interactive games and role plays allow experience a variety of hosting opportunities as well as tips and tricks.
Pacific Theatre presents the World Premiere of 'CHILD-ISH' by Sunny Drake Feb 9 - Mar 9, 2024 Adults speak children’s exact words about love, life and the big questions in Sunny Drake’s fresh world premiere. Drawn from interviews with over 40 kids, Child-ish offers insights on everything from the climate
Join Simon Chang on March 16th at the Chinatown Storytelling Centre for an afternoon with the proud Chinese Canadian, who started his career delivering newspapers for the Vancouver Sun, showcasing tenacity and a positive attitude that propelled him to become one of Canada's most celebrated fashion designers. Born in Canton,
The March edition of The Dance Centre’s popular Discover Dance! noon series features Aché Brasil - an explosion of colour, energy and music that embodies the exuberant culture and rhythms of Brazil. The company will demonstrate folkloric Afro-Brazilian dances and music, including the famous dance-martial art of capoeira - an
Join us for a lively evening of storytelling to celebrate Chinese Canadians in Canada’s national obsession, hockey! Author Chad Soon will launch his co-authored children’s book, The Longest Shot: How Larry Kwong Changed the Face of Hockey, and share Kwong’s fascinating story as the first player of Asian descent in
Dive into a mesmerizing discovery of culture, tradition, and melody with Moneka Arabic Jazz in Vancouver on Thursday, April 18 at the Hollywood Theatre. Experience the transcendence of Ahmed Moneka's rich life and artistic voyage from Baghdad to Toronto. This rich musical endeavor blends traditional Iraqi melodies with vibrant African
On April 20, come learn about the exquisite art of Cantonese Opera, one of the most colourful and deeply rooted traditions in Chinatown. We’ll highlight our opera artefacts on display, listen to some tunes, and guide you in crafting your very own opera headdress. Drop in anytime between
Join us as we celebrate Asian Heritage Month in a captivating double-bill concert blending Korean, Chinese, and Western jazz on May 3rd and 4th. “East of the Sun” will be more than a performance; it's a cultural exploration and a celebration of musical diversity. It promises to be a night
Join us as we celebrate Asian Heritage Month in a captivating double-bill concert blending Korean, Chinese, and Western jazz on May 3rd and 4th. “East of the Sun” will be more than a performance; it's a cultural exploration and a celebration of musical diversity. It promises to be a night
LiterASIAN returns with established and emerging literary voices coming together for a month of commemoration, celebration, and conversation showcasing the resilience and growth of Asian Canadian voices in CanLit. With this year’s theme of re(dress) 2024, the festival will include book readings, writing workshops, panel discussions, and an afternoon dimsum
