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What do you get when you mix Robbie Burns Day, Lunar New Year, haggis, dim sum, kilts, and dragon dances? You get the one-and-only Robbie Burns Gung Haggis Fat Choy Celebration, galloping back in 2026 — the Year of the Fire Horse! Part Scottish, part Chinese, all Canadian — Gung Haggis Fat
This Valentine’s, don’t just go out for lunch. Press pause on life… and come back to each other. Join Jeanell Greene, Marriage Coach and Relationship Rebuild Expert, for a heartfelt, joy-filled Valentine’s experience created especially for couples who want more connection, more laughter, and more us time — not just
A celebration for Black History Month 2026, led by Fade to Black Entertainment Society (FTBE). This event will highlight the visual arts, music, literature, and film that have shaped Vancouver’s Black cultural landscape, while also opening a space for dialogue and healing within our creative community. Building on FTBE’s long-standing
Celebrate Lunar New Year weekend with live Chinese cultural performances, tastings, family-friendly workshops, arts and crafts and more! On Saturday, February 21, the weekend festivities begin with a joyful opening celebration. Fire Horse–themed arts and family-friendly workshops, lantern viewing throughout the Garden, Lunar New Year tea ceremonies, calligraphy, and Nian
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
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
In collaboration with Netflix, Secret City presents a one-of-a-kind Murder Mystery Dinner experience. Set in the captivating, thrilling universe of the Knives Out film series, this immersive event will have you on the edge of your seat as you and your team work to uncover the truth. Extended run, now
Join us for a Sunday afternoon of dumplings and whisky cocktails! Your ticket includes a whisky cocktail* and delicious dumpling creations from each participating dumpling maker. Participating makers: Dicky's Dumps, Chef Warren Chow + Ah Nui Asian Foods, Daan Go Cake Labs, House of Yee Fine Foods, Kam Wai Dim
Flourish is an opportunity to support VCC students in changing their lives with real-world, hands-on education. Alongside 15 tasting stations, brought to you by top chefs and VCC alumni, and local wine, drinks, and dessert, you will have the chance to meet industry and business leaders, government representatives, and other
With more than 75 participating spots and 16+ ticketed dining experiences, this month-long celebration showcases the incredible diversity and creativity of Burnaby’s culinary scene. From neighbourhood favourites to exciting new additions, the festival brings together restaurants, bakeries, breweries, and food trucks across the city with special prix-fixe menus and unique
NOW EXTENDED THROUGH MAY 2026! Gather your closest (and hungriest) friends to sift through Chef Maribelle Moore's 4-course mystery infused with delicious food-based puzzles. They say never play with your food, but those people never had to solve a murder... TICKET PRICES (not including taxes & fees): Individual Ticket: $165
Vancouver Mysteries presents a special edition of The Case of the Hotel Detective this Halloween season. The Case of the Hotel Detective is a collaborative murder mystery with escape room style challenges that will be set up in Room 1313 of the Delta Hotel Vancouver Downtown Suites from October 13