Week of Events
Learn Improv! Drop-in Workshop
Are you interested in the art of improvisation? Come learn the basics of improv in our two-hour workshop, geared toward beginners and providing a fun, friendly and supportive environment to learn. We’re offering free spots to folks who self-identify as black, indigenous, or a person of color. These spots are
Date Night at The Improv
Celebrate dating, relationships, and everything in between in a spicy night full of laughs, lust, and love - with Improv! Whether it’s a first date, anniversary, or just another Wednesday, head to The Improv Centre for a hilarious twist on your next date night. Wednesdays at 7:30pm, Doors open at
Beauty And The Beast Cocktail Experience: Vancouver
An immersive cocktail adventure! Based on the Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont fairytale, come along on a 90-minute journey and step into the enchanted and cursed world of Beauty & The Beast. Brought to you by the interactive team behind The Alice Cocktail Experience, Neverland and The Wizard's Den. You’re invited
Photos with Santa at Metropolis at Metrotown
Santa Claus returns to Metropolis at Metrotown after a two-year hiatus, from November 15 to December 23! Bring the family and your wish list to create cherished memories and capture them with photos to last a lifetime by reserving online and in advance, and skip the lineups. The photo will
Tinseltown Bar: Where Everyday Is Christmas
If you love Christmas and getting into the festive spirit, this is the bar for you. In Tinseltown, it's Christmas Day, every single damn day. Our bar will be decked out in all the festive glory from trees to tinsel galore. Expect Christmas tunes, Christmas drinks and of course more
The Polygon Gallery Holiday Pop Up Shop
Come get festive and shop local at The Polygon Gallery's Holiday Shop. An annual tradition, the gallery’s main floor will be beautifully decorated and carefully curated with unique gifts by independent makers and artists. Returning this year is Little Mountain Shop’s Holiday Pop-Up, which features an all-Canadian lineup of mostly
East Van Panto: The Little Mermaid
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the East Van Panto, we’re going somewhere we’ve never been before: under the sea! While Ariel is busking with her girl band at New Brighton Beach, she falls in love with a teenage mer-person. Ariel dives into an ocean adventure where she makes a
Demolition: Staging a Protest
The Cultch RE/PLAY: Digital Stage Presents Demolition. Tick Tick Boom...Time's Up Motherlovers. Polytoxic (Australia) and Kiosk Film (Australia) Created and written by Lisa Fa’alafi & Leah Shelton (Polytoxic) World Premiere AVAILABLE ON-DEMAND Two digital offerings for one: The live performance of DEMOLITION by Polytoxic Documentary DEMOLITION: Staging a Protest by
Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week
Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week returns for its third edition, with the goal of rekindling joy in the face of grief. New collections from Indigenous fashion designers from across Turtle Island (North America) will sashay the runway on models of First Nation / Métis / Inuit descent. Shop for gifts from
The Array: Beyond the Knowledge of Humankind
Featuring three new works by Art Action Earwig, Upintheair Theatre, and Wake of Vultures, The Array returns to explore the cosmic theme of Beyond the Knowledge of Humankind. Showcasing performances that investigate the outer edges of space exploration and the enigmatic notions of humankind’s quest to understand more about deep
Let It Snow Holiday Light Show
For the first time, McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport is introducing a first-of-its-kind festive projection mapping light display, Let It Snow Holiday Light Show. Using store facades as the show’s canvas, this colourful and eye-catching holiday light spectacular tells a festive tale of snowflakes, holiday trains, reindeer, and more, offering
In My Day
In My Day is a verbatim work of contemporary drama that exists at the cross section of disability and memorial arts. Centred around HIV’s impact on Vancouver, it is a story of a pandemic response with extraordinary victories and heartbreaking failures. This work is inspired by a community-based oral history
Espiritu Vocal Ensemble presents ‘Sing a New Noel’
Espiritu Vocal Ensemble is thrilled to be able to sing in front of a live audience once again. Under the artistic direction of Anita Comba, they will be performing a program of seasonal favourites to warm the heart and lift the spirit. There are three great shows from which to
Taco Tuesday on Giving Tuesday
Taco Tuesday on Giving Tuesday
'Turnip the Heat' for B.C. kids and edible education! Celebrate Giving Tuesday with tacos, cocktails and mocktails! Learn more about Growing Chefs, meet some of the amazing people who make it happen, bid on the silent auction, and have a blast! Join us for a tasty Tuesday. All made possible
2022 Indigenous Business Award Gala Dinner & Award Presentation
2022 Indigenous Business Award Gala Dinner & Award Presentation
Join BC Achievement Foundation in celebrating the recipients of the 2022 Indigenous Business Award. The spectacular evening will include fine food and wine, live entertainment, and more in celebration of contributions of extraordinary Indigenous businesses and entrepreneurs across BC. By recognizing outstanding people and businesses, the IBA gives voice to
TIC Presents: The Lab
TIC Presents: The Lab
Come see some of Vancouver’s finest improvisors get experimental in this fast-paced, innovative show. This is a rare chance to see the creation of brand-new games, characters and formats as the players let their creativity bubble over. Never the same show twice, The Lab will have you erupting with laughter!
Stand Up at The Improv
Stand Up at The Improv
A live stand-up comedy showcase featuring international headliners, touring pros and hottest talent from across Canada as seen at JFL, CBC, Netflix, House of Comedy and more! Every other Thursday at 9:00pm, see website for show dates. Show duration: 75 – 90 minutes including a 15-minute intermission.
Theatresports™ at The Improv
Theatresports™ at The Improv
Theatresports is back! Two teams of highly skilled improv comedians vie for the laughs and support of audience judges. A high-energy, fast paced and good-natured competition that will leave you wanting more. Fridays and Saturdays at 7.30pm & 9:30pm Show duration: 90 minutes including a 15-minute intermission.
New West Craft Holiday Night Market
New West Craft Holiday Night Market
The New West Craft Holiday Night Market is back! Join us at River Market on Saturday, December 3 for an evening of holiday shopping. The market will feature over 50 artisans inside River Market offering the perfect holiday gift-giving ideas. Food, music and more! Free admission.