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SUMMARY:Awaken Canada: Flyover in Vancouver’s Newest Flight Journey
DESCRIPTION:Soar above Baffin Island\, through the sails of the historic Bluenose II\, and over the Prairies with Awaken Canada\, the newest immersive flight journey by Flyover\, debuts in Vancouver on June 28 (just in time for Canada Day long weekend). Awaken Canada will become the attraction’s anchor experience\, celebrating Canada’s beauty\, diversity\, and welcoming spirit by showcasing the country’s spectacular landscapes from an entirely different perspective. \nA visceral and expansive experience\, Awaken Canada is a flying journey that captures Canada’s sights\, stories and spirit over an impressive 65-foot spherical screen. Utilizing integrated drone technology with classic cinematic helicopter filming\, the film is heightened with cutting-edge sound and projection upgrades. The original Canada flight ride was a beloved experience that left audiences wanting more; Awaken Canada builds on this legacy and celebrates Canada by showcasing its beauty and paying homage to its people. \nA family-friendly journey that engages all senses\, Flyover’s unique flight motion seats are engineered to swoop\, dip and turn to make you feel like you are flying across the country\, exploring lands and places few have seen. Locals and visitors alike will be amazed by this stunning new edition of a Canadian journey. \nFlyover in Vancouver is open daily from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/awaken-canada-flyover-in-vancouvers-newest-flight-journey/2024-06-28/
LOCATION:FlyOver Canada\, 201-999 Canada Place\, Vancouver\, V6C 3E1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250228T100000
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SUMMARY:The Polygon Gallery: Tranquility of Communion
DESCRIPTION:The Polygon Gallery presents Tranquility of Communion\, a landmark exhibition of the late British-Nigerian photographer Rotimi Fani-Kayode’s work\, running from Feb. 28 to May 25\, 2025. This Canadian premiere brings together Fani-Kayode’s celebrated photographs alongside archival prints and previously unseen works from his student years. Fani-Kayode’s images treat same-sex\, multiracial love with a spiritual intensity\, employing symbolic language to explore themes of identity\, sexuality\, and race. Born into a prominent Nigerian family that emigrated to London in the 1960s in search of political refuge\, Fani-Kayode channeled his multifaceted identity and outsider status into a bold photographic practice that made him a prominent figure in the Black British art scene. His work left an enduring influence on contemporary art despite a career that was tragically cut short by his death in 1989\, at the age of 34. \nAdmission to The Polygon Gallery is by donation\, courtesy of BMO Financial Group.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/the-polygon-gallery-tranquility-of-communion/
LOCATION:The Polygon Gallery\, 101 Carrie Cates Ct\, North Vancouver\, V7M 3J4\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Polygon Gallery":MAILTO:angelina@ninepointagency.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250424T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250524T213000
DTSTAMP:20250423T234937Z
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SUMMARY:Casey And Diana
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by true events\, Casey and Diana is set in 1991\, the peak of the AIDS crisis\, at Toronto’s Casey House\, Canada’s first freestanding AIDS hospice. Casey House has just received uplifting news: Diana\, Princess of Wales\, will be making a historic visit. Experience this poignant portrayal of the residents and caregivers as they prepare for the Princess’s visit\, highlighting how community\, joy\, and compassion can persist\, even in the face of an overwhelming pandemic. \nAward-winning Canadian playwright Nick Green is renowned for his insightful and thought-provoking works\, including the lauded Body Politic. Casey and Diana continues his exploration of LGBTQ+ history and the human condition. In 2024\, Casey and Diana was the winner of Best New Canadian Play at the Toronto Theatre Critics’ Awards and had a sold-out run at the Stratford Festival\, where it was directed by Andrew Kushnir. Kushnir\, who is known for his innovative approach to verbatim theatre and social issues\, will also helm the Arts Club’s production.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/casey-and-diana/
LOCATION:Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage\, 2750 Granville Street\, Vancouver\, V6H 3J3\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arts Club Theatre":MAILTO:boxoffice@artsclub.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250621
DTSTAMP:20250328T184952Z
CREATED:20250328T184952Z
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SUMMARY:Expressions Theatre Festival
DESCRIPTION:Arts Umbrella is proud to present this year’s Expressions Festival\, bringing inspired\, cutting-edge performances\, and innovative showcases – centered around celebrating our talented young artists. \nThe 2025 line-up includes: \nSeasaw⁠\nThe Forests WIld ⁠\nNewsies JR⁠\nBetween The Lines⁠\nL.O.V.E⁠ \nExpressions Festival is presented by RBC.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/expressions-theatre-festival/
LOCATION:Arts Umbrella\, 1400 Johnston St. Granville Island\, Vancouver\, V6H 3S1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250521T230000
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SUMMARY:The Show | Emily Carr University Grad Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Emily Carr University of Art + Design (ECU) for The Show from May 7-21! \nStep into a world of creativity and inspiration at The Show\, ECU’s annual exhibition of our graduating students’ work. This year’s Show features works by over 400 graduates from all five-degree programs and promises to be an immersive sensory experience! \nExperience a showcase of talent from local artists and designers\, as they display their latest works in a variety of mediums. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to be a part of The Show!
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/the-show-emily-carr-university-grad-exhibition/
LOCATION:Emily Carr University\, 520 East 1st Ave\, Vancouver\, V5T 0H2
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250526
DTSTAMP:20250510T163901Z
CREATED:20250510T163901Z
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SUMMARY:Greater Vancouver Bird Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Vancouver Bird Celebration is a two-week series of events from May 9-25 aimed at celebrating the diverse bird species in Greater Vancouver. Inspired by World Migratory Bird Day\, this celebration highlights a love of birds and their significance as indicators of environmental health. The celebration features workshops\, walks\, talks\, exhibitions\, and lectures across the Lower Mainland\, that provide opportunities for participants to connect with nature and learn more about local bird species.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/greater-vancouver-bird-celebration-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stanley Park Ecology":MAILTO:outreach@stanleyparkecology.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250514T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250607T200000
DTSTAMP:20250506T005346Z
CREATED:20250506T005346Z
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SUMMARY:ITSAZOO and Pacific Theatre (with support of Neworld Theatre) present Meeting
DESCRIPTION:ITSAZOO and Pacific Theatre (with support of Neworld Theatre) present a visceral\, unflinching examination of group therapy in the world premiere of Meeting\, by playwright Katherine Gauthier\, taking place May 14 to June 7\, 2025 in a real-life meeting room at the Chalmers Heritage Building (1440 W 12th Ave) – home to Pacific Theatre. \nAn exercise in extreme vulnerability and transparency\, Meeting invites audiences to join five participants of the support group\, ‘Co-Dependents\, Love and Sex Addicts Anonymous’ in an immersive\, fly-on-the-wall experience\, as a shocking revelation from one of the participants forces the group to grapple with the dark corners of stigma\, trauma\, and trust. \nAUDIENCE ALERT: This production contains explicit discussions about sex\, sexual behaviour\, childhood sexual abuse and trauma\, and pedophilia. It is recommended for ages 19+. Tickets and information at pacifictheatre.org
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/itsazoo-and-pacific-theatre-with-support-of-neworld-theatre-present-meeting/
LOCATION:Pacific Theatre\, 1440 West 12th Avenue\, Vancouver\, V6H1M8
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250520
DTSTAMP:20251202T212052Z
CREATED:20250328T184652Z
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SUMMARY:Vitality: Iconic Images\, Hidden Stories
DESCRIPTION:Step into the streets of Vancouver’s Chinatown through the lens of Fred Herzog. A new exhibit reopening the Chinatown Storytelling Center\, Vitality brings together a striking selection of Herzog’s photographs\, capturing daily life in Chinatown\, Strathcona\, and along historic Hastings St. from the 1950s to 1970s. Known for his masterful use of Kodachrome colour\, Herzog documented the heyday of a neighbourhood in transformation — family-run shops\, vibrant street scenes\, and quiet moments of resilience and joy. \nEach photograph is paired with personal and historical narratives uncovered by the Chinatown Storytelling Centre\, adding new layers of meaning to Herzog’s iconic images. Scan QR codes throughout the exhibition to hear firsthand reflections that bring these moments to life. \nBlending photography with storytelling\, Vitality uncovers the hidden stories behind Herzog’s iconic images\, offering a richer\, more nuanced view of these historic neighbourhoods. By capturing the vitality\, creativity\, and resilience of the community during its heyday\, this exhibition serves as a powerful reminder of what these neighbourhoods once were—and what they can become again. \nVitality\, the companion publication to the exhibition\, is a striking\, full-colour book featuring Fred Herzog’s iconic photographs of Chinatown and its surrounding neighbourhoods from the 1950s\, ’60s\, and ’70s is available for purchase at Foo Hung Curios.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/vitality-iconic-images-hidden-stories/2025-05-19/
LOCATION:Chinatown Storytelling Centre\, 168 E Pender St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6A 1T3\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250520
DTSTAMP:20250512T154421Z
CREATED:20250424T001121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T154421Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Mother’s Day at Metropolis at Metrotown
DESCRIPTION:This Mother’s Day\, Metropolis at Metrotown invites moms\, mom figures\, and their families to discover the joys of Mother Nature! The Met’s annual “We Love Moms & Mother Nature” returns with an adventurous twist from April 18 to May 19\, 2025. From an indoor “glampsite” to the beloved Mother’s Day party in the Grand Court\, here are four ways you and your loved ones can join in the action at BC’s largest shopping centre. \nFrom April 18 until May 19\, go glamping – no preparation required. The heart of the Met’s Mother’s Day festivities is the Grand Court\, which will be transformed into an epic indoor glampsite. Supported by Decathlon – whose 38\,000-square-foot flagship store opened at the Met on April 27\, 2024\, the site encompasses a tropical tiki bar; a tented grassland bedroom; a camp-inspired kitchen; and a beachside games room. There’s also a faux campfire with s’mores on select weekends (April 26 & May 3)\, as well as spot-the-wildlife-themed games for both kids and adults. The glamping site will be closed on April 30 and May 10. \nFrom April 18 until May 19\, step into nature… indoors. Crafted by the creative minds at local design studio Lazy Wizard\, the Grand Court’s enchanting glampsite features a mountains-and-forest tableau with a whimsical hot air balloon suspended above. Enter through an inflatable tree and wander amid light-festooned trees and a charming campground. \nOn May 10 from 12 – 2pm\, encourage Mom to let loose at a party in her honour. Mothers work hard every day of the year – on Saturday\, May 10\, they can play! Kick off your Mother’s Day celebrations a day early at the Met’s ticketed bash\, which invites guests of all ages to a midday fête with music\, cocktails and wine\, and light canapes. Amusements include DIY s’mores\, woodland photo opportunities\, craftmaking\, and a door prize. Plus\, each adult will receive a gift bag to take home (complete with a Met $20 gift card). Tickets cost $40 per adult and $5 for kids aged 5-15 years; kids 4 and under are free. Proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to Burnaby Family Life’s Women Driving Their Future program. Tickets are available online. \nStarting April 24\, shop for a $20 reward. Ahead of Mother’s Day\, visitors to the Met who spend $200 (before taxes) will get a $20 reward card – the perfect incentive to splash out on a memorable Mother’s Day gift! Plus\, the Met will donate $5 for each redemption (up to $5\,000) to the Burnaby Fire Department. Rewards are available until sold out! \nThe shopping centre is open Monday to Saturday\, 10am – 9pm\, and Sunday\, 11am – 7pm. For more information about Metropolis at Metrotown’s Mother’s Day festivities\, visit www.metropolisatmetrotown.com.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/celebrate-mothers-day-at-metropolis-at-metrotown-2/2025-05-19/
LOCATION:Metropolis at Metrotown\, 4700 Kingsway\, Burnaby\, V5H 4M1
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ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolis at Metrotown":MAILTO:info@metropolisatmetrotown.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250519T170000
DTSTAMP:20250327T001424Z
CREATED:20250327T001424Z
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SUMMARY:Restless by Nature: Mary Sui Yee Wong\, 1990s to the present
DESCRIPTION:Richmond Art Gallery presents Restless by Nature\, the first retrospective of multidisciplinary artist Mary Sui Yee Wong’s work\, on view from April 12 to June 8\, 2025. Wong’s artistic practice over three decades spans sculpture\, installation\, photography\, video\, and costume\, and works in this exhibition have been specially updated for this new context–reflecting the site-specificity that Wong is known for. A newly commissioned performance-based work\, Gold Mountain\, draws from the rising levels of anti-Asian violence seen in recent years\, and will use an act of destruction to explore systemic racism as driven by the neoliberal economy. Born in Hong Kong to Cantonese opera master Toa Wong and raised in Vancouver\, the artist frequently addresses themes of personal memory\, familial legacy\, and cultural history in her work. Based in Montréal\, Wong is a professor in Concordia University’s Fine Arts department\, an advocate for the Chinese Canadian community\, and a celebrated mentor of younger generations of Asian diaspora artists. A collaboration between the Gallery\, City of Richmond Public Art\, and Capture Photography Festival\, her work TREASURE II\, which honours her Chinese cultural and artistic heritage\, will be featured at Lansdowne Station. \nThis exhibition is part of the 2025 Capture Photography Festival Selected Exhibition Program. \nAdmission to the Richmond Art Gallery is free. Donations are appreciated.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/restless-by-nature-mary-sui-yee-wong-1990s-to-the-present/2025-05-19/
LOCATION:Richmond Art Gallery\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, V6Y 1R8
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ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Art Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@richmond.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250521
DTSTAMP:20251202T212052Z
CREATED:20250328T184652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T212052Z
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SUMMARY:Vitality: Iconic Images\, Hidden Stories
DESCRIPTION:Step into the streets of Vancouver’s Chinatown through the lens of Fred Herzog. A new exhibit reopening the Chinatown Storytelling Center\, Vitality brings together a striking selection of Herzog’s photographs\, capturing daily life in Chinatown\, Strathcona\, and along historic Hastings St. from the 1950s to 1970s. Known for his masterful use of Kodachrome colour\, Herzog documented the heyday of a neighbourhood in transformation — family-run shops\, vibrant street scenes\, and quiet moments of resilience and joy. \nEach photograph is paired with personal and historical narratives uncovered by the Chinatown Storytelling Centre\, adding new layers of meaning to Herzog’s iconic images. Scan QR codes throughout the exhibition to hear firsthand reflections that bring these moments to life. \nBlending photography with storytelling\, Vitality uncovers the hidden stories behind Herzog’s iconic images\, offering a richer\, more nuanced view of these historic neighbourhoods. By capturing the vitality\, creativity\, and resilience of the community during its heyday\, this exhibition serves as a powerful reminder of what these neighbourhoods once were—and what they can become again. \nVitality\, the companion publication to the exhibition\, is a striking\, full-colour book featuring Fred Herzog’s iconic photographs of Chinatown and its surrounding neighbourhoods from the 1950s\, ’60s\, and ’70s is available for purchase at Foo Hung Curios.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/vitality-iconic-images-hidden-stories/2025-05-20/
LOCATION:Chinatown Storytelling Centre\, 168 E Pender St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6A 1T3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250520T170000
DTSTAMP:20250327T001424Z
CREATED:20250327T001424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T001424Z
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SUMMARY:Restless by Nature: Mary Sui Yee Wong\, 1990s to the present
DESCRIPTION:Richmond Art Gallery presents Restless by Nature\, the first retrospective of multidisciplinary artist Mary Sui Yee Wong’s work\, on view from April 12 to June 8\, 2025. Wong’s artistic practice over three decades spans sculpture\, installation\, photography\, video\, and costume\, and works in this exhibition have been specially updated for this new context–reflecting the site-specificity that Wong is known for. A newly commissioned performance-based work\, Gold Mountain\, draws from the rising levels of anti-Asian violence seen in recent years\, and will use an act of destruction to explore systemic racism as driven by the neoliberal economy. Born in Hong Kong to Cantonese opera master Toa Wong and raised in Vancouver\, the artist frequently addresses themes of personal memory\, familial legacy\, and cultural history in her work. Based in Montréal\, Wong is a professor in Concordia University’s Fine Arts department\, an advocate for the Chinese Canadian community\, and a celebrated mentor of younger generations of Asian diaspora artists. A collaboration between the Gallery\, City of Richmond Public Art\, and Capture Photography Festival\, her work TREASURE II\, which honours her Chinese cultural and artistic heritage\, will be featured at Lansdowne Station. \nThis exhibition is part of the 2025 Capture Photography Festival Selected Exhibition Program. \nAdmission to the Richmond Art Gallery is free. Donations are appreciated.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/restless-by-nature-mary-sui-yee-wong-1990s-to-the-present/2025-05-20/
LOCATION:Richmond Art Gallery\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, V6Y 1R8
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ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Art Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@richmond.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250520T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250520T213000
DTSTAMP:20250212T201955Z
CREATED:20250212T201955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T201955Z
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SUMMARY:Champions Of Magic - Chasing the Unbelievable
DESCRIPTION:Following a decade touring the world as one of the most successful magic shows in history\, the Champions Of Magic team are back with an explosive all new show featuring thrilling and mind-bending illusions. Catch this incredible show for the whole family in Vancouver at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre at 7:30 PM from May 20 – 22\, 2025. \nFusing their skills in grand scale magic\, a flair for spectacle and undeniable showmanship\, this interactive\, high-energy show is sure to entertain the entire family. Combining their signature humour with groundbreaking magic\, the world’s only team of illusionists present a brand-new production unlike anything that has come before. \nThe show described as “a magic show worthy of our video game & Instagram times” (Paper City Magazine Houston) has been experienced by over 500\,000 guests to date and become one of the highest rated magic shows according to Ticketmaster reviews. Now is your chance to see the original\, interactive magic that has fans returning to see North America’s biggest touring illusion show time and time again. \nDon’t miss your chance to catch some of the greatest magicians on the planet in Vancouver with a show that never fails to amaze.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/champions-of-magic-chasing-the-unbelievable/2025-05-20/
LOCATION:Queen Elizabeth Theatre\, 630 Hamilton Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B5N6\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250522
DTSTAMP:20251202T212052Z
CREATED:20250328T184652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T212052Z
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SUMMARY:Vitality: Iconic Images\, Hidden Stories
DESCRIPTION:Step into the streets of Vancouver’s Chinatown through the lens of Fred Herzog. A new exhibit reopening the Chinatown Storytelling Center\, Vitality brings together a striking selection of Herzog’s photographs\, capturing daily life in Chinatown\, Strathcona\, and along historic Hastings St. from the 1950s to 1970s. Known for his masterful use of Kodachrome colour\, Herzog documented the heyday of a neighbourhood in transformation — family-run shops\, vibrant street scenes\, and quiet moments of resilience and joy. \nEach photograph is paired with personal and historical narratives uncovered by the Chinatown Storytelling Centre\, adding new layers of meaning to Herzog’s iconic images. Scan QR codes throughout the exhibition to hear firsthand reflections that bring these moments to life. \nBlending photography with storytelling\, Vitality uncovers the hidden stories behind Herzog’s iconic images\, offering a richer\, more nuanced view of these historic neighbourhoods. By capturing the vitality\, creativity\, and resilience of the community during its heyday\, this exhibition serves as a powerful reminder of what these neighbourhoods once were—and what they can become again. \nVitality\, the companion publication to the exhibition\, is a striking\, full-colour book featuring Fred Herzog’s iconic photographs of Chinatown and its surrounding neighbourhoods from the 1950s\, ’60s\, and ’70s is available for purchase at Foo Hung Curios.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/vitality-iconic-images-hidden-stories/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Chinatown Storytelling Centre\, 168 E Pender St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6A 1T3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250521T170000
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SUMMARY:Restless by Nature: Mary Sui Yee Wong\, 1990s to the present
DESCRIPTION:Richmond Art Gallery presents Restless by Nature\, the first retrospective of multidisciplinary artist Mary Sui Yee Wong’s work\, on view from April 12 to June 8\, 2025. Wong’s artistic practice over three decades spans sculpture\, installation\, photography\, video\, and costume\, and works in this exhibition have been specially updated for this new context–reflecting the site-specificity that Wong is known for. A newly commissioned performance-based work\, Gold Mountain\, draws from the rising levels of anti-Asian violence seen in recent years\, and will use an act of destruction to explore systemic racism as driven by the neoliberal economy. Born in Hong Kong to Cantonese opera master Toa Wong and raised in Vancouver\, the artist frequently addresses themes of personal memory\, familial legacy\, and cultural history in her work. Based in Montréal\, Wong is a professor in Concordia University’s Fine Arts department\, an advocate for the Chinese Canadian community\, and a celebrated mentor of younger generations of Asian diaspora artists. A collaboration between the Gallery\, City of Richmond Public Art\, and Capture Photography Festival\, her work TREASURE II\, which honours her Chinese cultural and artistic heritage\, will be featured at Lansdowne Station. \nThis exhibition is part of the 2025 Capture Photography Festival Selected Exhibition Program. \nAdmission to the Richmond Art Gallery is free. Donations are appreciated.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/restless-by-nature-mary-sui-yee-wong-1990s-to-the-present/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Richmond Art Gallery\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, V6Y 1R8
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ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Art Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@richmond.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250521T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250521T213000
DTSTAMP:20250212T201955Z
CREATED:20250212T201955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T201955Z
UID:10006778-1747855800-1747863000@districtlocal.com
SUMMARY:Champions Of Magic - Chasing the Unbelievable
DESCRIPTION:Following a decade touring the world as one of the most successful magic shows in history\, the Champions Of Magic team are back with an explosive all new show featuring thrilling and mind-bending illusions. Catch this incredible show for the whole family in Vancouver at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre at 7:30 PM from May 20 – 22\, 2025. \nFusing their skills in grand scale magic\, a flair for spectacle and undeniable showmanship\, this interactive\, high-energy show is sure to entertain the entire family. Combining their signature humour with groundbreaking magic\, the world’s only team of illusionists present a brand-new production unlike anything that has come before. \nThe show described as “a magic show worthy of our video game & Instagram times” (Paper City Magazine Houston) has been experienced by over 500\,000 guests to date and become one of the highest rated magic shows according to Ticketmaster reviews. Now is your chance to see the original\, interactive magic that has fans returning to see North America’s biggest touring illusion show time and time again. \nDon’t miss your chance to catch some of the greatest magicians on the planet in Vancouver with a show that never fails to amaze.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/champions-of-magic-chasing-the-unbelievable/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Queen Elizabeth Theatre\, 630 Hamilton Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B5N6\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://districtlocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/com-1920x1080-rev-text.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250521T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250521T214500
DTSTAMP:20250501T205006Z
CREATED:20250501T205006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T205006Z
UID:10007227-1747855800-1747863900@districtlocal.com
SUMMARY:Pacific Theatre Presents: Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Co-Dependents and Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous. In an empty church activity room\, five people share their stories and try to connect in the face of stigma\, intersecting trauma\, and wildly disparate experiences. When a participant expresses an unanticipated desire\, the group must evaluate the limits of their tolerance\, trust\, and acceptance. \nThe audience joins the Meeting in real time\, staged in the Chalmers activity room at Pacific Theatre. \nThis up-close exploration of community care surprises at every turn\, revealing vulnerable people grasping for meaning in their lives and relationships. Is restorative justice possible? \nEvery performance includes a Talk Forward discussion with a facilitator and invited guest speaker. \nAudience Advisory: This production contains explicit discussions about sex\, sexual behaviour\, childhood sexual abuse and trauma\, and pedophilia. It is recommended for ages 19+. \nContact info@pacifictheatre.org for more detailed content guidance.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/pacific-theatre-presents-meeting/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Pacific Theatre\, 1440 West 12th Avenue\, Vancouver\, V6H1M8
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://districtlocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Meeting-Banner-Ads.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250523
DTSTAMP:20251202T212052Z
CREATED:20250328T184652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T212052Z
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SUMMARY:Vitality: Iconic Images\, Hidden Stories
DESCRIPTION:Step into the streets of Vancouver’s Chinatown through the lens of Fred Herzog. A new exhibit reopening the Chinatown Storytelling Center\, Vitality brings together a striking selection of Herzog’s photographs\, capturing daily life in Chinatown\, Strathcona\, and along historic Hastings St. from the 1950s to 1970s. Known for his masterful use of Kodachrome colour\, Herzog documented the heyday of a neighbourhood in transformation — family-run shops\, vibrant street scenes\, and quiet moments of resilience and joy. \nEach photograph is paired with personal and historical narratives uncovered by the Chinatown Storytelling Centre\, adding new layers of meaning to Herzog’s iconic images. Scan QR codes throughout the exhibition to hear firsthand reflections that bring these moments to life. \nBlending photography with storytelling\, Vitality uncovers the hidden stories behind Herzog’s iconic images\, offering a richer\, more nuanced view of these historic neighbourhoods. By capturing the vitality\, creativity\, and resilience of the community during its heyday\, this exhibition serves as a powerful reminder of what these neighbourhoods once were—and what they can become again. \nVitality\, the companion publication to the exhibition\, is a striking\, full-colour book featuring Fred Herzog’s iconic photographs of Chinatown and its surrounding neighbourhoods from the 1950s\, ’60s\, and ’70s is available for purchase at Foo Hung Curios.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/vitality-iconic-images-hidden-stories/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:Chinatown Storytelling Centre\, 168 E Pender St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6A 1T3\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://districtlocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Vitality-Event-Listing-1d-e1743187594432.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250525
DTSTAMP:20250328T185435Z
CREATED:20250328T185435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T185435Z
UID:10007004-1747872000-1748131199@districtlocal.com
SUMMARY:Arts Umbrella presents Season Finale
DESCRIPTION:Season Finale is a series of performances that represents the art of dance as envisioned by some of the world’s greatest choreographers. This presentation of choreographies is a unique and extraordinary view into the world’s stage of dance. Season Finale will leave you transfixed and transformed. \nSeason Finale is generously supported by the Wesik Family Foundation\, and performed as part of the Arts Umbrella Expressions Festival\, presented by RBC. \nPerformance times: \n\nThursday\, May 22 | 7:30PM\nFriday\, May 23 | 7:30PM\nSaturday\, May 24 | 2:30PM\nSaturday\, May 24 | 7:30PM
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/arts-umbrella-presents-season-finale/
LOCATION:Vancouver Playhouse\, 600 Hamilton St\, Vancouver\, V6B 2P1\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://districtlocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/season-finale-e1743188016238.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250522T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250522T170000
DTSTAMP:20250327T001424Z
CREATED:20250327T001424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T001424Z
UID:10006980-1747908000-1747933200@districtlocal.com
SUMMARY:Restless by Nature: Mary Sui Yee Wong\, 1990s to the present
DESCRIPTION:Richmond Art Gallery presents Restless by Nature\, the first retrospective of multidisciplinary artist Mary Sui Yee Wong’s work\, on view from April 12 to June 8\, 2025. Wong’s artistic practice over three decades spans sculpture\, installation\, photography\, video\, and costume\, and works in this exhibition have been specially updated for this new context–reflecting the site-specificity that Wong is known for. A newly commissioned performance-based work\, Gold Mountain\, draws from the rising levels of anti-Asian violence seen in recent years\, and will use an act of destruction to explore systemic racism as driven by the neoliberal economy. Born in Hong Kong to Cantonese opera master Toa Wong and raised in Vancouver\, the artist frequently addresses themes of personal memory\, familial legacy\, and cultural history in her work. Based in Montréal\, Wong is a professor in Concordia University’s Fine Arts department\, an advocate for the Chinese Canadian community\, and a celebrated mentor of younger generations of Asian diaspora artists. A collaboration between the Gallery\, City of Richmond Public Art\, and Capture Photography Festival\, her work TREASURE II\, which honours her Chinese cultural and artistic heritage\, will be featured at Lansdowne Station. \nThis exhibition is part of the 2025 Capture Photography Festival Selected Exhibition Program. \nAdmission to the Richmond Art Gallery is free. Donations are appreciated.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/restless-by-nature-mary-sui-yee-wong-1990s-to-the-present/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:Richmond Art Gallery\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, V6Y 1R8
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://districtlocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/1_Mary-Sui-Yee-Wong_Nature-Morte-II-1-e1743034372669.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Art Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@richmond.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250522T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250522T213000
DTSTAMP:20250212T201955Z
CREATED:20250212T201955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T201955Z
UID:10006779-1747942200-1747949400@districtlocal.com
SUMMARY:Champions Of Magic - Chasing the Unbelievable
DESCRIPTION:Following a decade touring the world as one of the most successful magic shows in history\, the Champions Of Magic team are back with an explosive all new show featuring thrilling and mind-bending illusions. Catch this incredible show for the whole family in Vancouver at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre at 7:30 PM from May 20 – 22\, 2025. \nFusing their skills in grand scale magic\, a flair for spectacle and undeniable showmanship\, this interactive\, high-energy show is sure to entertain the entire family. Combining their signature humour with groundbreaking magic\, the world’s only team of illusionists present a brand-new production unlike anything that has come before. \nThe show described as “a magic show worthy of our video game & Instagram times” (Paper City Magazine Houston) has been experienced by over 500\,000 guests to date and become one of the highest rated magic shows according to Ticketmaster reviews. Now is your chance to see the original\, interactive magic that has fans returning to see North America’s biggest touring illusion show time and time again. \nDon’t miss your chance to catch some of the greatest magicians on the planet in Vancouver with a show that never fails to amaze.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/champions-of-magic-chasing-the-unbelievable/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:Queen Elizabeth Theatre\, 630 Hamilton Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B5N6\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://districtlocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/com-1920x1080-rev-text.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250522T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250522T214500
DTSTAMP:20250501T205006Z
CREATED:20250501T205006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T205006Z
UID:10007228-1747942200-1747950300@districtlocal.com
SUMMARY:Pacific Theatre Presents: Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Co-Dependents and Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous. In an empty church activity room\, five people share their stories and try to connect in the face of stigma\, intersecting trauma\, and wildly disparate experiences. When a participant expresses an unanticipated desire\, the group must evaluate the limits of their tolerance\, trust\, and acceptance. \nThe audience joins the Meeting in real time\, staged in the Chalmers activity room at Pacific Theatre. \nThis up-close exploration of community care surprises at every turn\, revealing vulnerable people grasping for meaning in their lives and relationships. Is restorative justice possible? \nEvery performance includes a Talk Forward discussion with a facilitator and invited guest speaker. \nAudience Advisory: This production contains explicit discussions about sex\, sexual behaviour\, childhood sexual abuse and trauma\, and pedophilia. It is recommended for ages 19+. \nContact info@pacifictheatre.org for more detailed content guidance.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/pacific-theatre-presents-meeting/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:Pacific Theatre\, 1440 West 12th Avenue\, Vancouver\, V6H1M8
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://districtlocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Meeting-Banner-Ads.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250524
DTSTAMP:20251202T212052Z
CREATED:20250328T184652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T212052Z
UID:10011709-1747958400-1748044799@districtlocal.com
SUMMARY:Vitality: Iconic Images\, Hidden Stories
DESCRIPTION:Step into the streets of Vancouver’s Chinatown through the lens of Fred Herzog. A new exhibit reopening the Chinatown Storytelling Center\, Vitality brings together a striking selection of Herzog’s photographs\, capturing daily life in Chinatown\, Strathcona\, and along historic Hastings St. from the 1950s to 1970s. Known for his masterful use of Kodachrome colour\, Herzog documented the heyday of a neighbourhood in transformation — family-run shops\, vibrant street scenes\, and quiet moments of resilience and joy. \nEach photograph is paired with personal and historical narratives uncovered by the Chinatown Storytelling Centre\, adding new layers of meaning to Herzog’s iconic images. Scan QR codes throughout the exhibition to hear firsthand reflections that bring these moments to life. \nBlending photography with storytelling\, Vitality uncovers the hidden stories behind Herzog’s iconic images\, offering a richer\, more nuanced view of these historic neighbourhoods. By capturing the vitality\, creativity\, and resilience of the community during its heyday\, this exhibition serves as a powerful reminder of what these neighbourhoods once were—and what they can become again. \nVitality\, the companion publication to the exhibition\, is a striking\, full-colour book featuring Fred Herzog’s iconic photographs of Chinatown and its surrounding neighbourhoods from the 1950s\, ’60s\, and ’70s is available for purchase at Foo Hung Curios.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/vitality-iconic-images-hidden-stories/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Chinatown Storytelling Centre\, 168 E Pender St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6A 1T3\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://districtlocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Vitality-Event-Listing-1d-e1743187594432.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250601T180000
DTSTAMP:20250517T200820Z
CREATED:20250517T200820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T200820Z
UID:10007258-1747990800-1748800800@districtlocal.com
SUMMARY:Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey
DESCRIPTION:This fresh floral open-air exhibition sets the stage for the highly awaited third film\, Downton Abbey The Grand Finale\, only in theaters September 12\, 2025. The film is a Carnival Films production\, with Focus Features and Universal Pictures International distributing. Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey\, presented by Oakridge Park features a curated collection of one-of-a-kind fresh floral mannequins and installations inspired by the series’ unforgettable characters and iconic period fashion\, all created by top local florists. From Lady Mary’s sophisticated beaded gowns and statement hats to the impeccably tailored uniforms of the household staff\, each floral masterpiece will bring Downton Abbey’s timeless style and compelling narratives to life. For the first time\, admission to the floral exhibit is included in the price of admission to VanDusen Botanical Garden or with a Garden Membership\, thanks to presenting partner Oakridge Park.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/fleurs-de-villes-downton-abbey/
LOCATION:VanDusen Garden\, 5251 Oak Street\, Vancouver\, V6M4H1
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250523T170000
DTSTAMP:20250327T001424Z
CREATED:20250327T001424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T001424Z
UID:10006981-1747994400-1748019600@districtlocal.com
SUMMARY:Restless by Nature: Mary Sui Yee Wong\, 1990s to the present
DESCRIPTION:Richmond Art Gallery presents Restless by Nature\, the first retrospective of multidisciplinary artist Mary Sui Yee Wong’s work\, on view from April 12 to June 8\, 2025. Wong’s artistic practice over three decades spans sculpture\, installation\, photography\, video\, and costume\, and works in this exhibition have been specially updated for this new context–reflecting the site-specificity that Wong is known for. A newly commissioned performance-based work\, Gold Mountain\, draws from the rising levels of anti-Asian violence seen in recent years\, and will use an act of destruction to explore systemic racism as driven by the neoliberal economy. Born in Hong Kong to Cantonese opera master Toa Wong and raised in Vancouver\, the artist frequently addresses themes of personal memory\, familial legacy\, and cultural history in her work. Based in Montréal\, Wong is a professor in Concordia University’s Fine Arts department\, an advocate for the Chinese Canadian community\, and a celebrated mentor of younger generations of Asian diaspora artists. A collaboration between the Gallery\, City of Richmond Public Art\, and Capture Photography Festival\, her work TREASURE II\, which honours her Chinese cultural and artistic heritage\, will be featured at Lansdowne Station. \nThis exhibition is part of the 2025 Capture Photography Festival Selected Exhibition Program. \nAdmission to the Richmond Art Gallery is free. Donations are appreciated.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/restless-by-nature-mary-sui-yee-wong-1990s-to-the-present/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Richmond Art Gallery\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, V6Y 1R8
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ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Art Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@richmond.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250523T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250523T210000
DTSTAMP:20250407T011211Z
CREATED:20250407T011211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T011211Z
UID:10007090-1748028600-1748034000@districtlocal.com
SUMMARY:The Bachelor-ish at The Improv Theatre
DESCRIPTION:One lucky improviser is looking for love in The Bachelor-ish! Inspired by the hit reality series The Bachelor\, our charming singleton will embark on a whirlwind romantic journey\, meeting a cast of eccentric contestants—created entirely by suggestions from the audience! From dramatic limo entrances to heartfelt one-on-one dates\, family meetings\, and the all-important final rose ceremony\, each show unfolds as a unique season in just an hour and a half. With passion\, surprises\, and plenty of laughs along the way\, who will win our Bachelor-ish’s final rose? \nFridays & Saturdays\, 7:30pm | 14A – May include suggestive language and/or scenes.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/the-bachelor-ish-at-the-improv-theatre/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:The Improv Centre\, 1502 Duranleau Street\, Vancouver\, V6H 3S4
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://districtlocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/The-Bachelor-ish-hrz-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The Improv Centre":MAILTO:info@theimprovcentre.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250523T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250523T213000
DTSTAMP:20250506T001913Z
CREATED:20250506T001913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T001913Z
UID:10007104-1748030400-1748035800@districtlocal.com
SUMMARY:Big Red: The Unauthorized Peg Bundy Drag Musical
DESCRIPTION:Coming to Royal Canadian Legion Branch 179\, BIG RED\, The Peg Bundy Unauthorized Drag Musical! \nLove and Marriage really can be a drag. This show depicting the 80s-90s suburban life with lazy wife Peg\, her cranky\, sarcastic husband Al\, their ditzy blonde teenage daughter\, Kelly\, smart ass son\, Bud\, and their annoying neighbour\, Marcy\, is sure to be chaotic\, comedic\, on edge\, and musical! \nStarring Burna Dart and Glimmer with: Effervessa\, Ben Anna Split\, Phyllis Hull\, and more TBA. Produced by What The Frock Productions\, Music by Dj Seb\, with Wandering Pixie on door. \nCash tips accepted\, but not mandatory\, and Tip Tickets are available if desired\, with credit card\, ($5 each\, and equals $5!) \nEvent tickets are $15 plus sevice fee online\, and $20 on door. \nGet your groove on after the show with a $5 add-on to the Traffic Light Party. \nOur venue is upstairs and accessible from the street side. Seating is first come first serve. Priority seating for folks with alternative mobilities and a stair lift is available. \nCash only bar\, drinks are only $5-7! There is an ATM on site in the main bar downstairs. Outside food allowed\, but all beverages must be bought from our wonderful bartender\, Holly. \n 
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/big-red-the-unauthorized-peg-bundy-drag-musical/
LOCATION:Royal Canadian Legion\, 2205 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver\, V5N 4B6\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://districtlocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Big-Red-e1746490744459.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250525
DTSTAMP:20251202T212052Z
CREATED:20250328T184652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T212052Z
UID:10011710-1748044800-1748131199@districtlocal.com
SUMMARY:Vitality: Iconic Images\, Hidden Stories
DESCRIPTION:Step into the streets of Vancouver’s Chinatown through the lens of Fred Herzog. A new exhibit reopening the Chinatown Storytelling Center\, Vitality brings together a striking selection of Herzog’s photographs\, capturing daily life in Chinatown\, Strathcona\, and along historic Hastings St. from the 1950s to 1970s. Known for his masterful use of Kodachrome colour\, Herzog documented the heyday of a neighbourhood in transformation — family-run shops\, vibrant street scenes\, and quiet moments of resilience and joy. \nEach photograph is paired with personal and historical narratives uncovered by the Chinatown Storytelling Centre\, adding new layers of meaning to Herzog’s iconic images. Scan QR codes throughout the exhibition to hear firsthand reflections that bring these moments to life. \nBlending photography with storytelling\, Vitality uncovers the hidden stories behind Herzog’s iconic images\, offering a richer\, more nuanced view of these historic neighbourhoods. By capturing the vitality\, creativity\, and resilience of the community during its heyday\, this exhibition serves as a powerful reminder of what these neighbourhoods once were—and what they can become again. \nVitality\, the companion publication to the exhibition\, is a striking\, full-colour book featuring Fred Herzog’s iconic photographs of Chinatown and its surrounding neighbourhoods from the 1950s\, ’60s\, and ’70s is available for purchase at Foo Hung Curios.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/vitality-iconic-images-hidden-stories/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Chinatown Storytelling Centre\, 168 E Pender St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6A 1T3\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://districtlocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Vitality-Event-Listing-1d-e1743187594432.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250524T170000
DTSTAMP:20250327T001424Z
CREATED:20250327T001424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T001424Z
UID:10006982-1748080800-1748106000@districtlocal.com
SUMMARY:Restless by Nature: Mary Sui Yee Wong\, 1990s to the present
DESCRIPTION:Richmond Art Gallery presents Restless by Nature\, the first retrospective of multidisciplinary artist Mary Sui Yee Wong’s work\, on view from April 12 to June 8\, 2025. Wong’s artistic practice over three decades spans sculpture\, installation\, photography\, video\, and costume\, and works in this exhibition have been specially updated for this new context–reflecting the site-specificity that Wong is known for. A newly commissioned performance-based work\, Gold Mountain\, draws from the rising levels of anti-Asian violence seen in recent years\, and will use an act of destruction to explore systemic racism as driven by the neoliberal economy. Born in Hong Kong to Cantonese opera master Toa Wong and raised in Vancouver\, the artist frequently addresses themes of personal memory\, familial legacy\, and cultural history in her work. Based in Montréal\, Wong is a professor in Concordia University’s Fine Arts department\, an advocate for the Chinese Canadian community\, and a celebrated mentor of younger generations of Asian diaspora artists. A collaboration between the Gallery\, City of Richmond Public Art\, and Capture Photography Festival\, her work TREASURE II\, which honours her Chinese cultural and artistic heritage\, will be featured at Lansdowne Station. \nThis exhibition is part of the 2025 Capture Photography Festival Selected Exhibition Program. \nAdmission to the Richmond Art Gallery is free. Donations are appreciated.
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/restless-by-nature-mary-sui-yee-wong-1990s-to-the-present/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Richmond Art Gallery\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, V6Y 1R8
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://districtlocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/1_Mary-Sui-Yee-Wong_Nature-Morte-II-1-e1743034372669.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Art Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@richmond.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250524T130000
DTSTAMP:20240119T052724Z
CREATED:20240119T052724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T052724Z
UID:10004190-1748084400-1748091600@districtlocal.com
SUMMARY:The Hidden History and Sweet Treats Tour
DESCRIPTION:It’s the perfect way to beat the winter blues! Step inside downtown’s iconic heritage buildings and hear the tales of intrigue\, jealousy\, and murder that hide behind their walls. Stroll through the heart of Vancouver and finish with a private viewing inside the Marine Building\, all while enjoying a selection of 3 delectable sweet treats from some of the city’s finest pastry chefs and chocolatiers. Tours run every Sat and Sun at 11:00 a.m. with extra tour dates and times for special occasions\, including Valentine’s and Easter! \nTickets $69/$64 \nVisit forbiddenvancouver.ca for a full list of available tours and to book tickets!
URL:https://districtlocal.com/event/the-hidden-history-and-sweet-treats-tour/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Outside Old Navy at 708 Robson St\, 708 Robson St\, Vancouver\, V6E 1B5
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://districtlocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/hhst10-e1705641987994.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours":MAILTO:info@forbiddenvancouver.ca
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR