Arts and Culture

5 Things to Do in Vancouver This Week (November 18-24)

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

By Kerri Donaldson /

Here’s your weekly roundup of the top events in the city, including art exhibitions, local theatre, restaurant openings, concerts, film, markets and other to-dos we think you’ll love. If you have a Vancouver event you’d like to submit for consideration, add it to our ongoing Vancouver events calendar here.

1. Celebrate Apple Season at a French Baking Class 

November 23

Master French apple desserts with Chef Patrice (think: Tarte Tatin, Tarte Normande—all the tartes really!) Learn, bake and taste your way through B.C.’s apple harvest in this hands-on class. Bonus: leave with a PICA apron, treats to show off and some serious bragging rights.

When: November 23
Where: Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts (PICA)  
Cost: $$195 per person + tax
More info: tickettailor.com

2. Craft Your Own Dream Holiday Cards with a Watercolour Christmas Card Workshop

November 23

Vancouver artist Liana Majed is here to make your holiday card dreams a reality. In this workshop, you’ll learn essential watercolour techniques to create 3-4 stunning cards (materials included). Send out cards you’re proud of—or just say the kids made them if you have to.

When: November 23
Where: The Cut Design Academy
Cost: $65
More info: thecutfashionacademy.com/watercolour-christmas-cards

3. Kick Off Your Holiday Season with the Opening of The Nutcracker by the Royal Winnipeg Ballet

November 23-24

‘Tis the season! Kick it off with a holiday classic: The Nutcracker. You’ve got three chances to catch this iconic performance (Nov 23 at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., Nov 24 at 5 p.m.), brought to life by one of North America’s most historic dance companies and set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless bangers.

When: November 23-24
Where: Bell Performing Arts Centre
Cost: From $55.65
More info: bellperformingartscentre.com

4. Learn About Dark Matter Over Cocktails

November 21

Nerd out to the cosmos over some cosmos (or whatever your drink of choice may be) at this Cosmic Nights: Dark Matter event (it’s 19+ because not all cool space stuff is just for kids.) Hear from TRIUMF experts about the mysterious force making up 85% of the universe and enjoy talks, planetarium shows and live demos all while pretending you understand everything.

When: November 21
Where: H.R. MacMillan Space Centre
Cost: $30.51
More info: eventbrite.ca

5. Dance to the Femme-Powered Hip-Hop Music of NADUH at the Fox Cabaret

November 23

You’re invited to join the NADHUVERSE! But be prepared to shake what your momma gave you and let loose! This 5-piece femme-powered hip-hop group, NADUH, writes, engineers and produces all their own music—and they’re bringing Vancouver’s best (Taya Mori and Kardias Quing) for a night packed with 90s hip-hop vibes, R&B smoothness and unapologetic girl power. There’s an afterparty too, so make sure to grab those tickets while you’re at it.

When: November 23
Where: The Fox Cabaret
Cost: $22.63
More info: eventbrite.ca

Kerri Donaldson

Kerri Donaldson

Kerri Donaldson is an assistant editor for Vancouver magazine (and sister mag Western Living) and covers arts and culture, including VanMag’s So Fun City. She’s also a comedian and will proudly overthink almost everything for your benefit. Send her pitches or riff bits at [email protected]