Mechanics of Music presents the Street Sessions this November — a free, all-ages community music series that turns Downtown New West into a musical gathering place. Each session features the Sound Playground, where visitors can try out guitars, drums, and ukuleles, followed by a Group Ukulele Lesson and an Epic
This month, Gastown is transforming into a holiday wonderland, inviting guests to experience The Magic of Gastown—a neighbourhood-wide holiday celebration filled with festive entertainment, nostalgic traditions, immersive experiences and creative displays from local businesses. Throughout the neighbourhood, visitors will encounter roaming carolers, neighbourhood elves, boutique holiday shopping, and twinkling lights
Game On! Fairgrounds, Canada’s popular public racket club, is debuting its first West Coast location in North Vancouver at Capilano Mall December 12 to 14. Come celebrate the grand opening weekend with FREE play and programming from 8 am to 10 pm. Check out the 15 premium indoor pickleball courts
Start the new year on ice with a free, family-friendly skate at the Richmond Olympic Oval, proudly presented by Scotiabank! Whether you're a pro on skates or lacing up for the first time, this event is a fun and festive way to welcome 2026.
Curious about the world beneath you? Bring the whole family to Discovery Day, hosted by the Association for Mineral Exploration (AME), on Sunday, January 25, 2026 from 10 AM – 2 PM at the Vancouver Convention Centre East. Explore BC’s fascinating world of minerals and mining with interactive, hands-on exhibits
Love and nurturing exist across all species, from humans to plants and animals alike! Join us to explore the many ways species care for one another along the Fraser River, from humans helping salmon to trees supporting surrounding plants and wildlife. Through hands-on and self-guided activities, discover how birds travel
A safe, confidential space to find calm and support while facing the grief, worry, and overwhelm that the current events in Iran bring to our hearts. When we regulate ourselves, the collective stabilizes. Learn to: Ground and release overwhelm Move and breathe to let go of stress Reset body, mind,
Join us for our first market pop-up of the year at the iconic Pipe Shop in the heart of the Shipyards District! Browse 50+ incredible local vendors offering unique finds, thoughtful gifts, and those “just because” treats you didn’t know you needed. It’s the perfect place to support small businesses
Founded in 2019, StrideFest is a volunteer-led arts initiative dedicated to building community through the arts in Burnaby, BC. Through accessible programming and imaginative placemaking, StrideFest continues to amplify local creative voices and spark meaningful connections across the city. An art installation in a library? Poetry in the streets? Tiny
A free, welcoming community health pop-up in East Van for women & gender-diverse folks Event highlights: - Connect directly with local non-profits and grassroots organizations evidence-based information, support, and resources —right here in East Van. - Take a break with fun crafts for all ages, snacks, door prizes and free
Enjoy an evening with the Rev. Dr. Richard Topping, President and Vice Chancellor of the Vancouver School of Theology and award-winning wildlife photographer, as we open our next art show featuring a stunning collection of his wildlife photography on Thursday, May 14 at 6:30pm. As a part of the exhibit
Celebrate short story month with four talented fiction writers, Alix Ohlin, Andrea Routley, Jacquelyn Zong-Li Ross, and Shashi Bhat, in conversation with local author Jen Currin about the art and craft of this wily and often misunderstood genre. Alix Ohlin's most recent book, the story collection We Want What We