Kerri Donaldson

Nothing wrong with hitting the beach every day—but there’s culture happening this summer, too.

Vancouver’s fave cool kids coffee shop launches their first standalone bakery in summer 2025—expect buttery pastries, great coffee, good vibes (and zero contact highs).

We Should Be Friends is the Vancouver meetup group that’s turning strangers into besties and excuses into plans.

Good Finds Club is serving up low-cost dinner parties and a new way to find friends in Vancouver—and they’re really making a meal out of it.

May is jam-packed with arts, culture and a fresh crop of fun to-dos. Here’s everywhere to be this month.

Angela Fama's death cards have taken on a life of their own.

In their New West condo, the creative power couple mix DIY projects, bold thrift finds and family life—one eclectic treasure at a time.

From concerts and comedy to art shows and outdoor adventures, here’s your go-to list of everything happening in Vancouver this March (besides the cherry blossoms!)

A free, world-class speaker series that nobody seems to know about—until now.

A casual 3K and a post-run beer turned into Vancouver’s most inclusive running club, bringing people together for fitness, friendship and fun.

February may be short, but the list of things to do isn't.

No auditions, just vibes—Outside Voices is bringing community, joy and 'Rumours' to the masses.

Everything you need to keep on holly-ing and jolly-ing through to February

A femme hip-hop dance party at the Fox, holiday card art, dark matter and cocktails at the Space Centre and more.

What do DJs Adam Fink and Bryan Sea tune into when they're not behind the deck at the Fox? The duo shares their pop culture playlist.

From a Bollywood-style heist film and live art crawls to satirical Broadway hits—here’s how to make your week unforgettable.

No skis? No problem.

From sauna art sessions and live queer music at the Birdhouse to a hands-on salsa workshop—here’s how to add some spice to your week.

Get ready to deck the halls with festive concerts, holiday markets and plenty of jolly activities.

For all the 30-plus dance lovers who’ve traded in hangovers for early mornings, Home by Midnight offers a fresh twist on nightlife—one in which you can have your fun and your REM sleep, too.

An improvised whodunnit, a play about the Slavic folk witch Baba Yaga, a dance party at Heritage Hall and more.

A Saturday morning filled with Halloween-themed cartoons and cereal, a hip-hop legend comes to the Rio and a tango show gets you moving.

From salsa classes to harvest festivals and a retro dance party, there are plenty of fun ways to fill your week.

Get into the fall spirit with a mushroom show, an aurora-inspired art exhibit, an outsider art fest and more.

From street to screen, Alex Beim’s Graffiti+ is transforming Vancouver’s graffiti scene.

Fright Nights return, a world premiere documentary at VIFF and big laughs at the Vancouver Improv Festival—plus more can’t-miss events.

Inside Claire Hutchings and Tyler Quantz’s vintage-inspired kitchen: a space as whimsical and charming as its toy-store-owning residents.

An interior design show, a documentary about secretly living in a mall as part of the Vancouver International Film Festival, a Schitt's Creek drag brunch and more.

Hip-hop at the Malkin Bowl, an evening of disco-themed roller skating, a fall pop-up and more.

Comedy legend Eric Idle's one-man show, TikTok's "Murder on the Dancefloor" singer comes to the Ballroom and sketch comedy at the Fringe plus more.

Late Bloomers Skate Club is a space where all ages, genders and bodies can get on board.

A public disco patio party, a fringe show about America's first black drag Queen, a gin festival and more.

Dropping September 13, the Vancouver alt-rock duo’s new album turns personal struggles into dance-worthy inspiration.

Bard on the Beach actor Tess Degenstein on pinch-me moments and the future of theatre.

Alt-rock icon Kim Gordon performs at the Commodore, a Canadian metalhead film premieres and a one-night-only rendition of Broadway's "Chicago" takes the stage at the Birdhouse.

In this special edition of “So Fun City,” we bring you our Big Culture Preview: a comprehensive guide to all the exciting events, art openings, concerts, performances and visual arts showcases happening this fall. (We even threw in some sports because we’re well-rounded like that.) Let’s have some fun, shall we?

A Granville block party, National Geographic documentary premiere and a "Kids in the Hall" alum comes to town.

A special Wine Wednesday with Bard on the Beach, a Gastown Food Fest, a KPop dance party and more.

A mural festival and street party, an outdoor screening of "Barbie" under the stars and an 'Avenger' star comes to town.

A free Afro movement class, a psychedelic concert at the Pearl and a weekend-long Pride festival plus more.

A slapstick comedy by kids, Golden Globe-winning comedian, a vogue ball and more.

Welcome to Which Craft Club, a new monthly meetup where the cozy nostalgia of childhood crafting meets grown-up fun.

Seafood lovers, take heed!

Behind-the-Scenes Musical Theatre, Creative Coffee Meet-Up, Shakespeare with Fireworks and More.

Enjoy some sun and paella, a jewelry pop-up on Granville Island, outdoor films, tropical beats and more to heat up your week.

A beachy rendition of Hamlet, the return of the Khatsahlano Street Festival and Carnaval del Sol kicks off with a bang.

Catch a hip hop legend at the Jazz Festival, enjoy a Filipino Heritage concert series, see a monthly comedy show before they go on summer break and more this long weekend!

Heat up your summer plans with this hit list of sizzling to-dos.

A dragon boat race, a summer fashion pop-up market and an all-day skateboard celebration.

A psychedelic comedy show, a dog patio party and a special VSO concert featuring Indigenous artists for National Indigenous Peoples Day

Italian Day takes over the Drive, dancing at the Granville Island Block Party and sailing with some Swifties.

What happens when musicians get fed up with festival gatekeeping? We get Music Waste.

Don't miss these top-tier arts and culture (and food!) events happening this month.

Black Music Month in Mount Pleasant, The Wailers at Commodore Ballroom and a comedy show for you and your dog.

Join the June 1 birthday bash with a not-so-secret concert and a throwback to their opening days with no cover and 2014 Happy Hour prices.

A Kintsugi workshop, a 1000-gallon smoker for Spot Prawn Festival and a karaoke comedy show.

Have a ball with these chickpea treats this summer.

A kids' play celebrating queer families, an afternoon delight drag brunch and sizzling paella on the patio.

A poetry-dance fusion performance, a pop-up from local women-led fashion brands and a brunch fit for a queen.

The team behind Wolf in the Fog is set to make waves this summer 2024 with a new room: Ombré.

Get ready for your social calendar to bloom.

A May the Fourth Star Wars viewing party, an Irish folk punk rock show and a Spring craft fair (that's actually cool), plus more.

What's occupying the Vancouver designer these days: mountain biking, a good banh mi and design-nerd podcasts.

A culinary Thai experience, an intimate folk concert and the 25th annual Crazy 8s film gala.

A 24-hour stand-up marathon, an Indigo Girls doc makes its debut and a solo sketch comedy showcase.

Here's what the chef is watching, reading and doing these days.

Your all-inclusive pass to all things fun in Vancouver.

This sauce is boss.

A drag show, legendary comedian and a high tea inspired by Winnie the Pooh.

A play within a play, a feminist punk-rock art show and a cherry blossom tea.

A Beatles candelit tribute, a play about intervening and a soulful R&B concert.

Your jam-packed month of fun is here!—with so much going on, you might want to conveniently forget to spring forward your clocks so you can keep that extra hour!

Rice, rice, baby.

Here’s a jam-packed month of fun—you’ll be so busy you might forget to spring forward those clocks.

A Kawaii Japan market, a multimedia opera and a wine festival.

Thanks to the Via Tevere team, Don’t Argue Slice Shop returns to Vancouver's Little Italy on March 1st.

Once reserved for football, religious lollygagging and laundry, Sunday is poised to become the highlight of your week.

Simpsons trivia, a JFL comedy show and a special cocktail night for singles and not-so-singles on Main Street.

A poetry night to kick off Black History Month, exclusive documentary and film screenings and a unique play with a childlike twist.

Your day planner is about to get filled with some serious fun.

Your all-inclusive pass to all things fun in Vancouver.

A Sondheim fairytale-themed musical, an early 2000s indie-music throwback and an improvised rom-com.

A hip hop instrumental DJ, an experimental dance performance as part of PuSh and a summer-inspired pop-up market.

Marx, Mario and audience control are at play in a video-game based interactive experience that's on another level.

A coffee meetup for creatives, a long table dinner inspired by Quebec's Cabane à Sucre and a soul and R&B dance party.

A trivia night, a DJ showcase and classical Bach and film noir experiences for your week.

Your all-inclusive pass to all things fun in Vancouver.

A critically-acclaimed Japanese film, a hilarious stand up comedian and a winter farmer's market for your week.

Courtesy of bartender Winnie Sun, it's an Earl Grey tea meets pistachio faux cocktail that's a taste of something new—just like you in 2024.

A Taylor Swift holiday dance party, gingerbread house display and stand-up for your weekly to-dos.

A holiday pop-up market, candlelit piano concert and a masterclass in oyster shucking.

A mariachi band in Gastown, a holiday puppy hang in Burnaby and a unique holiday market for the weirdos.

Check out a culinary gala for a cause, some family-friendly gingerbread decorating and a five-year celebration for Como Taperia.

A Supernatural Kiki Ball, a pop-up dedicated to the art of nothing and the 50th anniversary of Emily Carr's legendary student art sale.

A festive sip that's a twist on the rum and eggnog classic.

Check out the Eastside Arts Culture Crawl, a human library celebrating Asian stories and a play penned by Sam Shepard and Patti Smith.

An experimental art exhibit, a holiday craft fair and an Indigenous-led skateboard festival.

Sip back some Día de Muertos-inspired cocktails, learn how to cook Korean food and check out an Asian Film Festival.

A Halloween cult-classic screens at the Rio, stand up comedy and an evening of mochi-making (and eating).

Check out the Vancouver Writer's Fest, a three-day Chinese-language music festival and a bonsai art exhibit.

Check out a live concert for Latin American Heritage Month, a week-long improv festival at the Cultch, a spookified suspension bridge and more.

Think of Boom Pro Wrestling as a Saturday morning cartoon come to life.

Next time you open a can of chickpeas, don't throw the water away—froth it up for a vegan-approved cocktail hour.

A VIFF Canadian film debut, the Vancouver Fall Home Show and a local solo art exhibition.

Check out an outdoor indie concert, a handmade fall pop-up show and the Black Women in Technology Symposium.

Check out a Pacific Northwest nature-inspired photography exhibit, an Indigenous arts festival and a dinner with a cause.

Basotho blankets, quilts made with love and clothes passed down from generations are some of the favourite things for this creative family.

A sweet and spicy way to enhance your cocktail or iced beverage game—just in time for fall.

Suyo's 1st anniversary bash, a sustainable cocktail seminar and the return of two great fests: Light Up Chinatown and Fringe.

Wine and dinner pop ups, a Gastown neighbourhood celebration and a late night viewing of "The Goonies."

Check out an outdoor electronic music festival, a pet-friendly burlesque show and '90s Danish pop band AQUA this week.

Head down Main Street for some of the best home design stores in the city.

Check out TLC and Boys II Men at the PNE, shop a vintage flea market and party at the Monsoon Festival kick-off.

Good drinks come to those who wait—and this delicious Peruvian cocktail has a six-week aging process.

A post-Pride weekend recovery brunch, a mural fest and a queer film festival are some of this week's to-dos.

A parade viewing party, fitness fundraiser, a queer PNE takeover and some RuPaul's Drag Race queens for your Pride Long Weekend.

Enjoy a night of oysters and fireworks, a drag brunch in Stanley Park and a BIPOC creators summit.

A tailgate BBQ, a two-day outdoor arts festival and an oyster pop-up to heat up your summer plans.

Vancouver's WIRTH Hats hosts the ultimate teamwork test with its Quad Tandem World Championships—a novel approach to promoting mental health awareness.

Opera in the Park, the Indian Summer Festival and Nuba's 20th-anniversary block party

Jess Sternberg claps back at fast fashion with her ethical clothing brand Free Label.

Including an album release party at the Fox, a Post-It art festival and the Khatsahlano Street Festival.

Find out how these three organizations are turning the tide on beach pollution in Vancouver.

After hearing about its amazing benefits, I set out to shed some light on this wellness fad to see if it's worth the hype.

A jazz festival, a K-pop festival and some Shakespeare on the beach for your long weekend.

Purdys Chocolatier is making a cool contribution to the 2SLGBTQ+ community with its special Pride Ice Cream Bar—but it's only around till the end of June.

A summer tailgate BBQ series, an evening of laughs and climate change with Bill Nye, and an Indigenous Day Eve DJ party.

Dylan Riches of Published on Main has the perfect summer cocktail to toast to longer days and hotter rays.

A beachside Black culture celebration, a cosmic queer arts festival and a no holds barred comedy roast

An Indigenous multi-disciplinary arts fest gala, jewelry sample sale and Italian Day on the Drive

Things to do this week include a whiskey fest, nostalgia-inducing cover band and the Vancouver Greek Film Festival.

A magazine pop-up, an Asian heritage dinner and an animatronic Jurassic Park-themed live show

It's harvest season for these spotted West Coast delicacies—here are the best places to get your shrimp on!

Including a youth-led multidisciplinary festival, a Canadian horror film premiere and a fairytale-inspired high tea.

From video games to toy drums, local musician dwi explores an arcade of childhood influences on his upcoming album slated to be released this summer.

A primer on the purported benefits of (non-psychadelic) mushrooms.

Including the final week of DOXA, a Mother's Day baseball game and a beloved East Van flea market.

If you're looking for a $16 smoothie, you know where to find it.

A lucha libre wrestling show, spring craft fair and documentary film festival.

An annual Wine Festival, a pro-wrestling comedy show and an evening of sake and seafood.

A food waste film screening for Earth Day, a craft beer fest and a femme-forward comedy show

A month-long photography festival, a North Van craft beer festival and a cooking-based comedy performance.

A little taste of spring to sip this long weekend.

The first pitch of the season, a chilling folk horror film and a bunny photo-op.

A solo exhibition celebrating the remarkable women who uphold Indigenous communities, a Comic and Toy Show at the PNE and a free screening in honour of Transgender Day of Visibility.

Fry bread fanatics, rejoice! Here are some of the best places in Vancouver to find this tasty Indigenous treat (and up your carb game).

Skating! Paella! Rousing intellectual discussion! It's going to be a hell of a week.

The Home and Garden Show, a Celtic Festival in honour of Saint Patrick's Day and a new museum costume exhibit.

The International Women in Film Festival, a whisky tasting and an expert panel discussion all about women's health.

A community art night, a multidisciplinary performance centering Black creatives and a new skin exhibit at Science World

A Matriarchal Indigenous Dance Festival, a documentary premiere highlighting rising stars in the Vancouver comedy scene and the VMF Winter Arts Festival.

Singles, get ready to mingle... with yourself.

A culinary seafood experience for a cause, world-class cocktails and a jazz concert series.

A celebration of poutine; a one-day-only, closed-loop fine-dining pop-up; and the final week of PuSh Festival

This comfort-food classic is ready just in time for Lunar New Year.

A motorcycle exhibition, Lunar New Year Tasting and experimental percussion and electronic concert.

Dance, food, circus, art and more to do this week in Vancouver.

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A cannabis conference and trade show, Lunar New Year market and live Latin fusion music.

New year, new you and a new zero-proof and fool-proof faux cocktail recipe from Archer to start the year off right.

A celebrity impersonation drag show, ballroom dancing and a Mean Girls watchalong with comedians

The best arts and culture events happening this week in Vancouver.

I tried Acquafarina's Tartufo Nero pizza. Let's just say, there's a new exotic pizza topping in town (take a seat pineapple).

A Winter Solstice concert, Anne of Green Gables musical and the 2nd annual Vancouver International Black Film Festival.

A Christmas market for the weirdos, timeless ballet and a drag show for a good cause.

An Indigenous Fashion Week, a holiday cocktail pop-up and a genre-bending music-theatre hybrid.

The 2023 PuSH Fest llineup has just been announced: here are the shows we're buzzing about.

The shopping experience just got a whole lot sweeter.

A solo dance experience, an altitude cycling film premiere and a holiday concert series with a cause.

A photography exhibit, a faux floral arrangement workshop and an Indigenous dance performance.

An architecture and design film festival, Grammy-award winning gospel choir and a queer docuseries screening.

An architecture-obsessed film fest might just be the perfect fit for a city of real estate fiends.

An experimental music festival, immersive King Tut Exhibition and a Cantonese opera fusion.

Bar Gobo’s Joyride has your Sundays (and your winter blues) covered.

A dinner cabaret, circus-themed fundraiser and a celebration of Dia de Muertos.

Cocktail mavens Erin Hays and Kelsey Ramage bring their dungeon-y, metal-goth bar experience to Vancouver—just in time for Halloween.

A Writer’s Fest, the Fall Home Show and a charity art auction.

An art crawl, oysters and a maverick art festival.