Featured Events in Vancouver in March 2025 (August Updated)

Riopelle: Crossroads in Time is a retrospective exhibition that covers 50 years of Jean Paul Riopelle’s creative production. Organized by the National Gallery of Canada to mark the centenary celebration of Riopelle’s birth, the exhibition brings together paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints and collages by the artist. The presentation features artworks drawn from 20 private and public collections and includes a number of significant works, as well as works that have not been previously exhibited. Curated by art historian and independent researcher Sylvie Lacerte, the exhibition highlights one of the most significant Canadian artists of the twentieth century.

In its exhibition design, Emily Carr: Navigating an Impenetrable Landscape draws out the question of the opening and closing-off of space in Carr’s landscapes by contrasting a densely hung group of paintings with sparsely hung later works that depict an open horizon. Ironically, many of the spatially open works are open precisely because they depict landscapes that had been recently subject to clear-cut logging. This exhibition uses the spatial metaphor of closeness to and distance from nature to probe Carr’s thinking about the forests she painted. It will also examine how Carr’s representation of some Indigenous subjects—particularly villages and totem poles set within landscapes—sit in relation to the dense forest and what this might suggest, given the late 19th- and early 20th-century tendency to conflate Indigenous cultures with nature.

Organized by the Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston, this exhibition is the first mid-career survey of the richly layered work of Firelei Báez. One of the most exciting painters of her generation, Báez delves into the historical narratives of the Atlantic Basin. Over the past twenty years, she has made work that explores the multilayered explorations of the legacy of colonial histories and the African diaspora in the Caribbean and beyond. She draws on the disciplines of anthropology, geography, folklore, fantasy, science fiction and social history to unsettle categories of race, gender and nationality in her paintings, drawings and installations. Her exuberant paintings feature finely wrought, complex and layered uses of pattern, decoration and saturated colour, often overlaid on maps made during colonial rule in the Americas. Báez’s investment in the medium of painting and its capacity for storytelling and mythmaking informs all her work, including her sculptural installations, which bring this quality into three dimensions. This exhibition offers audiences a timely opportunity to gain a holistic understanding of Báez’s complex and profoundly moving body of work, cementing her as one of the most important artists of the early 21st century.

Organized by the Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston, this exhibition is the first mid-career survey of the richly layered work of Firelei Báez. One of the most exciting painters of her generation, Báez delves into the historical narratives of the Atlantic Basin. Over the past twenty years, she has made work that explores the multilayered explorations of the legacy of colonial histories and the African diaspora in the Caribbean and beyond. She draws on the disciplines of anthropology, geography, folklore, fantasy, science fiction and social history to unsettle categories of race, gender and nationality in her paintings, drawings and installations. Her exuberant paintings feature finely wrought, complex and layered uses of pattern, decoration and saturated colour, often overlaid on maps made during colonial rule in the Americas. Báez’s investment in the medium of painting and its capacity for storytelling and mythmaking informs all her work, including her sculptural installations, which bring this quality into three dimensions. This exhibition offers audiences a timely opportunity to gain a holistic understanding of Báez’s complex and profoundly moving body of work, cementing her as one of the most important artists of the early 21st century. Please note that the banner installation Truth was the bridge (or an emancipatory healing) (2024) on the Gallery’s Georgia facade will be removed between November 6 and 13, 2024, for Lumière Festival.

The Vancouver International Wine Festival is the premier food & wine event has three mandates: to provide an informative, educational and entertaining wine The Vancouver International Wine Festival is the premier food & wine event has three mandates: to provide an informative, educational and entertaining wine experience for public and trade, to be a premier marketing opportunity for the wine industry and festival partners, and to raise funds for the Bard on the Beach Theatre Society. Information Source: Vancouver Int. Wine Festival Administration | expotobi

The Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show is the best-attended consumer show in British Columbia that brings together buyers and sellers The Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show is the best-attended consumer show in British Columbia that brings together buyers and sellers of outdoor adventure products & services. The product display biking, outdoor gear and apparel, camping, water sports, hiking, climbing, education, nutrition, destinations, clubs, associations and much more. Information Source: National Event Management | expotobi

Спектакль о том, как людей разных национальностей, разной веры, десятилетиями живших в добрососедстве на одной земле, какая-то неведомая сила вдруг разметала, разделила на своих и чужих. Село Анатовка, в котором живут бок о бок русские, евреи, украинцы, выступает практически моделью мира: «Жили вместе, работали вместе, только умирать ходили каждый на свое кладбище». При всей мудрости прозы Шолом-Алейхема, при всем ироничном изяществе драматургии Григория Горина в пьесе буквально каждая фраза – жизненная мудрость, от которой хочется то плакать, то смеяться. The play is about how people of different nationalities and different faiths, who had lived in harmony as neighbors on the same land for decades, were suddenly scattered and divided by some unknown force into us and them. The village of Anatevka, where Russians, Jews, and Ukrainians live side by side, serves as a model of the world: They lived together, worked together, but when it came to dying, each went to their own cemetery. With the wisdom of Sholem Aleichem's prose and the ironic elegance of Grigory Gorin's dramaturgy, in the play, practically every line is filled with life’s wisdom, making you want to either cry or laugh. Information Source: Theater Chameleon | eventbrite

Welcome to Climb the Wall 2025! Get ready to challenge yourself and conquer new heights at this exciting event taking place at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre on Sunday, March 2nd, 2025. Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community as we come together to climb to the top. Whether you're a seasoned climber or a beginner looking for a new adventure, this event is perfect for all levels. Following your incredible climb, you'll enjoy a delicious brunch and sporting activities, including a golf simulator, arcade basketball free throw and more! Don't miss out on this opportunity to push your limits and reach new goals. See you at the top! Please note you must register at www.climbthewall.ca and raise the minimum fundraising required. Information Source: BC Lung Foundation | eventbrite

Explore Van Lawn Open Copper Day 2 sporting information for 6th March, as well as links for Squash tickets and more with Fixture Calendar. The Van Lawn Open is an annual Squash sporting event that draws in top players and teams from around the world. Held at the prestigious Van Lawn Stadium, located in the heart of the city, this event showcases some of the most talented and skilled Squash players. The stadium boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including multiple squash courts and a spacious seating area for spectators. With a prize pool of over $500,000, the Van Lawn Open attracts some of the biggest names in the sport, such as current world champions and Olympic medalists. This highly competitive event is a must-see for Squash enthusiasts looking to witness thrilling matches between the best players in the world. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

FunnyFest Comedy: Stand Up Comedy & Writing Workshop Presented by 25th Annual FunnyFest COMEDY SOCIETY Comedy Workshop - Stand Up Comedy – The Secrets of Stand Up Comedy - WEEKEND COURSE @ 10 am to 4 pm, for 2 DAYS from Saturday, MARCH 8 AND Sunday, MARCH 9, 2025, in beautiful Vancouver, BC / YVR You will LEARN --- Over 200 performance techniques AND 30 comedy writing methods! Graduation Showcase (with 2 headline comics bookending the show) will be held on the SUNDAY @ 5 pm to 630 pm. Students receive 4 free tickets (Value $80). 4 Packages: 1. FULL WEEKEND @ 11 am to 4 pm 2. 1 Day - Saturday @ 11 am to 4 pm 3. 2 Day - FULL WEEKEND with Hotel Package x 2 nights, with Training from Saturday & Sunday @ 11 am to 4 pm A. Choose Checking in on Friday (checking out Sunday) B. Choose Checking in on Saturday (checking out Monday) 4. 3 Day - FULL WEEKEND with Hotel Package x 3 nights checking in on Friday (checking out Monday) with Training from Saturday & Sunday @ 11 am to 4 pm FunnyFest Comedy is offering a one-of-a-kind comedy workshop in a VERY supportive environment. The FunnyFest Comedy Workshop has a 100% satisfaction rating! Students talking about the FunnyFest Comedy Workshop - Stand up Comedy and Comedy writing course --- Testimonials 2024: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaOnBg1DXr4 The FunnyFest Comedy Workshop interdisciplinary approach: 1. The unique language of Stand Up Comedy; 2. Comedy writing techniques galore – The foundation of all great comedy; 3. Public speaking. ASK YOURSELF THESE QUESTIONS: • Do you want to learn how to be funny? • Do YOU WANT TO INCLUDE LAUGHTER IN YOUR SPEECHES & PRESENTATIONS? • Do you want to improve your public speaking? • Do you want to learn the unique art stand up comedy and how to write comedy? • Do you want to learn the SECRETS OF STAND UP COMEDY so you can be an awesome presenter? Then take the FunnyFest Comedy Workshop - Stand Up Comedy / Comedy Writing opportunity to laugh & learn ! The FunnyFest Comedy Workshop includes: A. All course support materials; B. COMEDY WRITING short cuts galore; C. In class video with comprehensive critique; D. After the workshop you will perform comedy at a live show in front of supportive people who want to see you succeed! There will be 2 headline comics to bookend the show - 1 as the MC and 1 as the Closer. Date and Time voted on by class. You receive $100 in FREE tickets to invite your supporters; E. A maximum of 10 persons per class; F. $500 in tickets to attend the Calgary Comedy Festival or a FUNNYFEST Comedy Tour show near you; G. Opportunity to compete in the 25th Annual FUNNYFEST Comedy COMPETITION, April, 2025. The course is taught by Stu Hughes --- A seasoned headliner. Stu has Produced of over 2000 comedy shows; A performer who wanted to give back to the community. Stu painstakingly wrote the 200 page course and included 30 writing methods. The course is comprehensive and practical --- You will be able to apply all the new skills and techniques you learn immediately. Stu Hughes is Over-the-top funny! A real and genuine a comic, with an effortless ability to keep the audience glued to the non-stop action. Stu is the mad genius behind the 22nd Annual FunnyFest Calgary Comedy Festival and a 20 year veteran of stand up comedy. Your investment is ONLY: A. $399 1 day; B. Early Bird $389 x full 2 day course; C. $489 x full 2 day course; D. $889 full weekend with 2 nights hotel; E. $989 full weekend with 3 nights hotel. VENUE: Vancouver Central Library, 350 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 6B1 FunnyFest Comedy delivers all things funny & teaches funny. Contact us for more information email --- tickets AT funnyfest.com --- Or call the office: 403 228 7888 More info or buy FUNNYFEST Comedy Workshop: https://funnyfest-comedy-workshop-vancouver-YVR.eventbrite.ca Information Source: FunnyFest Calgary Comedy Festival Society | eventbrite

Liars of Orpheus is a literary/spoken word show that revolves around writers attempting to lie their way through stories, poems and lectures. Writers recieve points for bootlegging truths past the other panelists or convincing them that their lies are truths. They lose points if their lies are discovered. For our first season semi-finals we have Holly Flauto, Spillious the Ridiculous One, Hari Alluri, and Franz Seachel as our presenters and our host, all the way from the republic of east Vancouver, Lucia Misch. Holly Flauto(she/they) is a poet, story-teller, learner and instructor living and writing on the traditional, ancestral and stolen territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwxwú7mesh and Selilwitulh Nations. ̱ Their debut poetry-memoir collection exploring immigration to Canada as a modern-day settler, Permission to Settle, will be published with Anvil Press in September 2024. Their fiction and creative memoir has previously been published in The Ex- Puritan, Joyland, and The Rusty Toque, and they perform as Stella Palermo on the local story and poetry slam stages. Holly is a Creative Writing and English instructor at Capilano University. Spillious aka Trevana Spilchen is a Trans feminine settler parent, musician, spoken word artist and educator of Ukrainian and Irish decent. They are 2024 recipient of the Zacheus Jackson Memorial award won the 2017 Grand Slam Championship of the Vancouver Poetry slam and finished 6th at the 2018 Canadian Individual Poetry Slam. They have toured as a featured poet all throughout Canada and the US. Spillious has released 3 chapbooks of poetry and the last, Tales of Trans-formation sold 200 copies. From Sept 2021-23 they shepherded the return of poetry slam in Vancouver as the Slam Coordinator for Vancouver Poetry House and the Tournament Director for the Canadian Individual Poetry Slam Championships. Most importantly, Spillious is a parent to 4 kids ranging in age from 5 yrs to 23 yrs old and 4 cats named Cola, Orange Crush, Dr. Pepper & Rootbeer! Hari Alluri (he/him/siya) is a migrant poet of Pangasinan, Ilokano, and Telugu descent who lives, loves, and writes on unceded Coast Salish territories of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh peoples, and Kwantlen, Katzie and Kwikwetlem lands of Hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓-speaking peoples. Siya is author of The Flayed City and chapbook Our Echo of Sudden Mercy. Recipient of the Vera Manuel Award for Poetry, among other awards, grants, fellowships and residencies, his work appears through these venues and elsewhere: Apogee, Michigan Quarterly Review, Poetry, poetry in canada, PRISM International and—via Split This Rock—Best of the Net. @harialluri Hari Alluri (he/him/siya) has a weakness for the types of beings -- human, deity, or otherwise who thieve and grieve, who joke and, terrible even, sing. Franz Seachel is a South-Asian multidisciplinary artist and settler residing on unceded Coast-Salish lands of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh), and šxʷməθkʷəy̓əmaɁɬ təməxʷ (Musqueam) nations. Franz has a B.A. in Creative Writing from Kwantlen Polytechnic University. She is the Founder/ Executive Director of Enable: Arts Society, a nonprofit that supports community-based and collaborative art projects by emerging and/or marginalized voices. Her work has been featured at several events and festivals across so-called Canada, and she's currently working on her debut novel among other multidisciplinary projects. Franz is a creator of space. She believes art creates genuine connections. Art makes living bearable—she does her best to put more colour into the world, both by brightening up the mundane with creation, and in her mission to uplift the truths of marginalized bodies. Franz hopes you dream often; she hopes you find reasons to stay. Follow her on Instagram @franz_seachel. Information Source: Death Rides a Unicorn Events | eventbrite

Doors: 7pmJoin Blackthorn and friends for a full night of Celtic Music, Dance and Fun! with Guests: Vancouver Police Pipe BandO’Brien Irish DanceShot of Scotch Vancouver CompanyFun, participatory, called-dances will be taught throughout the night or you can just leap about and boogie to yer own beat! Family-friendlyLicensedMama’s Fish and Chips truck will be there again!Dancin' the night away! Alison - our wonderful dance caller! Vancouver Police Pipe Band O’Brien Irish Dance Shot of Scotch Vancouver Company Blackthorn in action! Our Grand Ceilidh Band! Information Source: Blackthorn | eventbrite

The Dreadnoughts present Punkstravaganza VIIII Friday, March 14th & Saturday, March 15th 2025 FRIDAY: The Dreadnoughts with The Real McKenzies, Distorted Times SATURDAY: The Dreadnoughts with Balkan Shmalkan, Jeshua Marshall The Rickshaw Theatre 19+ Doors: 7:00pm TicketsThis ticket page is for Saturday Tickets, to purchase Friday Tickets & Two Night Passes clickHERE. NIGHT TWO LINE UP:The DreadnoughtsThe Dreadnoughts began to play folk-punk in 2007 with a single goal: to make enough money at shows to cover the cost of shots of Fireball Whiskey at Vancouver’s notoriously seedy Ivanhoe Hotel. Ten years on and counting, they can boast of four studio albums, two EPs, and hundreds of unforgettable live shows spanning the globe. They’ve blended punk rock and a bunch of European folk traditions with a power and range that few other groups can match. And it’s been a blast. thedreadnoughts.com Balkan ShmalkanBalkan Shmalkan is East Vancouver’s sweet dance party orchestra; think global music with local attitude. Their funky brass dance beats are rooted in the aural traditions of the Roma and Klezmorim of Eastern Europe and blended with a mixture of pop and jazz. balkanshmalkan.ca RSVP on FacebookJeshua MarshallMost artists will tell you that they sing about what they feel. Jeshua Marshall lives the music that he sings. From the time he was nine, when he was first inspired by a visit from Jimi Hendrix in a dream and subsequently gifted his first guitar, through to the formation of his band Larry and His Flask and now, some 20 years later, music has been mainstay of his life, the thing that’s inspired him, driven him and now, brought him to the precipice of the recognition he so decidedly deserves. A multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter, he conveys both passion and purpose in equal measure, a culmination of the hopes and aspirations that first fueled him as child in a family that split their time between the upper realms of the States and the sprawling southern environs of British Columbia. jeshuamarshall.com Refund PolicyNo refunds, unless event is cancelled. No exhanges. For full listings visit www.rickshawtheatre.com Information Source: Rickshaw Theatre | eventbrite

Get ready to celebrate St. Paddy's Day at BREWHALL! Wear your best green and embrace the luck of the Irish with a live DJ, awesome drink specials like $7 Jameson and $2 off Guinness, plus plenty of swag giveaways! Tickets required for entry from 9pm onwards, and your ticket includes a complimentary jello shot! Space is limited, so don't wait — grab your tickets now and make this St. Paddy's Day one to remember! 🍀🍻🎉 This is a 19+ event. ID is required for entry. Information Source: BREWHALL | eventbrite

California SurfThursday, March 20th, 2025The Rickshaw Theatre19+Doors: 7:00pmCalifornia Surf‘Catch a wave’ with California Surf Featuring former members of The Beach Boys Band! californiasurf.band RSVP on FacebookRefund PolicyNo refunds, unless event is cancelled. No exchanges. For full listings visit www.rickshawtheatre.com Information Source: Rickshaw Theatre | eventbrite

Join us for an unforgettable Silent Disco DANCE PARTY where the music is in your hands—literally! Grab a pair of wireless headphones, choose your favorite DJ channel, and dance the night away with a crowd that’s moving to the same rhythm (or completely different ones!). What is a a silent disco? A Silent Disco is an immersive dance party where music plays through wireless headphones instead of speakers. With multiple DJ channels, you can switch between different genres like house, tech house, bass house, EDM, and more—choosing your own vibe while dancing in sync with the crowd. It’s a high-energy, one-of-a-kind experience where the party is silent to outsiders but electrifying to those in the headphones! 🎧🔥💃 We provide the silent disco headphones. We use the best silent disco headphones in the world powered by DREAMS UNLIMITED.LTD Follow us on instagram for live updates and future events! @Silent_Discos Information Source: Silent Discos | eventbrite

Welcome to the Spring Latin Fiesta! From 6:00 pm to 1 :00 am! Get ready for a vibrant night celebrating Latin music, culture, and dance at the Hungarian Cultural Society of Greater Vancouver! 🎶 Live music & performances: Mexican Mariachi - Los DoradosPeruvian Dance - RootsColombian Dance - CumbaleDJ - Soundloco spinning your favourite Latin hits all night!🍴 Delicious food for sale: TamalesCausa RellenaSeco de ResTacos de carnitas y polloAsado💃 Dance the Night Away! Whether you love salsa, merengue, or bachata, this is your chance to hit the dance floor with friends and enjoy the festive atmosphere. 🍹 Cash-Only Bar serving drinks throughout the night. 🎉 Don't miss out on this exciting celebration that will transport you to the lively streets of Latin America! 💲 Purchase your tickets now for an unforgettable experience! You can do this on Eventbrite or via e-transfer at mcmarketingexpert@gmail.com. Please add your name, email, and phone number in the comment section. Special thanks to our sponsors Akisito No Ma, Alma Street Creative Consulting, Marifer beauty & Wellness, Dulce ZaZa and The Sassy Llama Crafts The fundraiser event on March 22, 2025, is a collaborative effort by four friends from different Latin American countries, coming together to support a talented young musician named Joel. Since he was very little, Joel has had a deep passion for music. Now, as a high school student, he has the incredible opportunity to travel to Japan and connect with other musicians. Every dollar raised at this event—from ticket sales, raffles, food, and everything available for purchase—will go directly toward making Joel’s dream a reality. Your support means helping a dedicated young artist take a life-changing step in his musical journey. Information Source: MC Promoting Networking | eventbrite

Milo Walker Johnson - Werklab You are invited to join me for a lovely evening of music at Werklab in East Van! I will be joined by some incredible musicians helping me bring this show to life: Chris Fraser - pianoJohn Nicholson - saxFeven Kidane - trumpetLlowyn Ball - violinDate: Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 Time: 7:00 - 11pm Location: 1275 Venables St #290, Vancouver, BC (Venables & Clark, 2nd floor) BYOB and snacks Information Source: Milo Walker Johnson | eventbrite

光浦靖子トークショー「バンクーバーのやすこです！」vol.3 【日時】2025年3月23(日) 19:00-20:30（18:30開場、途中休憩あり） 【会場】Tightrope Impro Theatre （2343 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C9） 【チケット】 料金：お一人 ＄42 発売日：3月2日(日)正午（12:00）～ ・トークショーは全編日本語です。 ・チケットご購入後のご確認メールにて、「光浦さんに質問したいことフォーム」をお送りいたします。当日、口頭での質問もしていただける予定ですが、事前にこれは！というものがありましたらぜひお送りください！ ・会場ではドリンク（アルコールも含む）の販売がございます。リラックスしてお楽しみください。 ・イベントは全て日本語で行われます。 【Tightrope Impro Theaterとは？】 インプロとは「即興演劇」のことを指します。Tightrope Impro Theatreでは、笑いあり涙ありのインプロショーを毎週上演しています。また、「お互いに受け入れあう」「失敗を楽しむ」「相手にいい時間を与える」などのインプロの精神を体感できる初心者でも気軽に参加できるクラスの開催、企業へのワークショップ等も行っています。MCのRinaをはじめ日本人プレイヤーも出演している国際色豊かな劇場です。 【バリアフリー情報】 メインエントランスは1階にあります。標準的な車椅子や電動車椅子が通れる幅のドアです。メインロビー、バー、劇場は車椅子でご利用いただけます。現在のところ、当劇場のお手洗いは車椅子でご利用いただけません。最も近い車椅子対応トイレは、劇場の向かいにあるマウント・プレザント・コミュニティ・センターです。営業時間は、月曜日から金曜日の午前6時から午後10時まで、土曜日の午前8時から午後6時まで、日曜日の午前9時から午後6時までです。 その他、アクセスニーズのある方はお気軽にスタッフに教えていただければと思います。 【出演】 光浦靖子 @yasukomitsuura 下村理愛 @rinaimpro (MC) 【お問い合わせ】 rina@tightropetheatre.com ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ Yasuko Mitsuura Talk Show This is Yasuko from Vancouver! vol.3Date & Time: Sunday, March 23, 2025, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM, with an intermission) Venue: Tightrope Impro Theatre 2343 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C9 Ticket Information Price: $42 per personSales Start: Sunday, March 2, at 12:00 PMThe talk show will be conducted entirely in Japanese.After purchasing your ticket, you will receive a confirmation email with a question submission form for Yasuko. While you can also ask questions in person during the event, feel free to submit any must-ask questions in advance.Drinks, including alcoholic beverages, will be available for purchase at the venue. Relax and enjoy the show.This event will be conducted in Japanese.What is Tightrope Impro Theatre? Impro refers to improvised theatre, a live performance created in the moment. Tightrope Impro Theatre presents laughter-filled and emotional improvised shows every week. In addition, the theatre offers beginner-friendly classes where anyone can experience the core values of improv, such as accepting each other, embracing mistakes, and making your scene partners shine. They also provide corporate workshops. The theatre is home to an international cast, including Japanese performers such as MC Rina. Accessibility Information The main entrance is on the ground floor, with doors wide enough to accommodate standard and electric wheelchairs.The main lobby, bar, and theatre are all wheelchair-accessible.Restroom Accessibility: Currently, the venue does not have wheelchair-accessible restrooms. The nearest accessible restroom is at Mount Pleasant Community Centre, directly across from the theatre. Hours: Monday–Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM If you have any additional accessibility needs, please feel free to reach out to our staff.Performers Yasuko Mitsuura Rina Shimomura (MC) Inquiries: rina@tightropetheatre.com Information Source: Yasuko’s talkshow | eventbrite

NO SCHOOL! Join Vancid and Blue Jay Valley for a spring break punk rock dance that will be fun for the whole family, with dance contests, prizes, and an official launch of video for the Blue Jay Valley hit No School ! Doors will open at 6:30pm at the iconic Dayton Boots near Hastings and Nanaimo in East Vancouver. Blue Jay Valley on at 7pm, Vancid at 8pm, show over at 9pm! Drinks and snacks for the kids, real drinks for the adults. Hope to see you there! Heads up: all ages are welcome, but there is no parental supervision, so if you are dropping off or sending your kids to the show, please make sure they can be independent and unsupervised for the length of the event. Information Source: Oceanside Productions | eventbrite

Don't forget - there is an add-on $5 if you'd like access to both shows. Dee-Mons Cabaret: Naturally Freaky! Dee Monstratives legacy lives on! Come join us for a night of wild entertainment at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 179! Get ready for a showcase of the most freaky and naturally talented performers in town. From mesmerizing magicians to jaw-dropping burlesque and crazy drag performers, this event promises to keep you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening of cabaret delights! *Cash Bar *Upstairs at The Legion Lounge - access is via the door beside main entrance. $15 plus sevice fee online, $20 on door. Don't forget - there is an add-on $5 if you'd like access to both shows. Information Source: What The Frock Productions | eventbrite

MiniVan is Vancouver’s Micro-Fusion Dance Weekend! Mar 28-30, 2025 Micro-Fusion is a subtle partner dance that focuses on small movements, deep presence, and intimate attunement with your partner and the music. Your weekend pass gets you three nights of dancing, Saturday Workshop, Sunday Lab, and unlimited musical hugs! We're excited to welcome back Ash West from Santa Rosa, CA to lead our Saturday Micro Workshop! Micro can be a great intro to partner dance, there are no steps and it’s all about connection. Micro often uses full body contact, but is not required; this may change the difficulty levels for the workshop. The workshops will be taught ambidancetrous; everybody leads & follows. Our 3 classes will cover a range of Micro topics, good for new and experienced Micro dancers. They are: Sync In - micro fundamentals Shaping Softly - gentle connection using space Big Little Accents - fancy micro moves Follow us on Fb for all the updates: https://www.facebook.com/events/1674564910083797 ACCESSIBILITY: All venues are accessible except Friday House Party (short flight of stairs) & Coalescence Sunday. (bathrooms upstairs) Saturday House Party has stairs to enter but also an elevator. HEALTH ISSUES/COVID POLICY Please do not attend if you are not feeling well. Masks are welcome but optional. Tickets are refundable up to 3 days ahead on Eventbrite. Please contact us if you have missed the refund deadline and are unable to attend for health reasons. Upon first arrival we are requiring a negative covid test. Must be taken same day, with name and date if bringing a photo. Rapid tests will be available at the door, please allow extra time to process. Last year we did catch a couple people previous to their arrival. We are not checking vaccinations, though we hope you have a covid booster within the last year, and this season's flu shot. Please exercise discretion the week leading up to the event and consider limiting your exposure, there will be lots of long hugs! Information Source: K.Lani Arts | eventbrite

Come and hear the Tale of Jewish Queen Esther as told through the music of Iman Habibi in his composition Shahin-nameh, celebrate the 90th birthday of Arvo Part with his Tabula Rasa; enjoy the Canadian premiere of Peteris Vasks “The Message”! To top it all off we will conclude with Kelly-Marie Murphy’s “In The Darkness We Are All One”! Solois Sepideh Raissadat, Conductor Leslie Dala. Information Source: Yarilo Contemporary Music Society | eventbrite

Vancouver Swifties Unite!! SWIFTIES SOCIALS is back with the Biggest Taylor Swift Dance Party in Vancouver! Come party with 500+ Vancouver Swifties who share your love for Taylor's music. Sing along, dance like nobody's watching, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Music: Taylor Swift’s greatest hits, deep cuts, remixes & hidden gems! All our previous parties were Sold out!! Secure your tickets early to ensure you don't miss out on this! If you have group of 5 or more attendees, message us on instagram to know more about the group discount This is a 19+ event - 2 Valid Physical IDs mandatory for entry. (An official government-issued primary ID (including foreign government-issued) with name, picture, and birth date; A secondary ID that includes name and signature or picture; such as a credit card or student ID.) If you require any special accommodations, please do not hesitate to contact us. We can’t wait to see you all! ▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀ For more inquiries and future event updates follow us on Insta: @SWIFTIESOCIALS All tickets are non-refundable. Please note that photographs and videos will be taken during the event for marketing purposes. By purchasing a ticket, you consent to the use of these media materials for promotional activities. This is a Taylor Swift-inspired dance party - she will not be attending (we wish!) ▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀ Check out the vibes from our previous parties: https://www.instagram.com/swiftiesocials/?hl=en Information Source: SWIFTIES SOCIALS | eventbrite

Prepare to be captivated by an extraordinary evening as Michael Bublé and Sum 41 take the stage at Rogers Arena in Vancouver. On March 30, 2025, at 5:00 PM, audiences will be treated to an unforgettable performance blending the smooth, soulful melodies of Michael Bublé with the high-energy punk rock anthems of Sum 41. This unique event, aptly named Michael Bublé, Sum 41 Vancouver, promises to be a musical extravaganza that caters to diverse tastes. With tickets priced at an accessible 49 CAD, this concert is set to draw fans from all walks of life, eager to experience the magic of live music in one of Canada's premier venues. Rogers Arena, located in the heart of Vancouver, provides the perfect backdrop for this spectacular show, ensuring an evening of entertainment that will be remembered for years to come.

Each year, thousands of breakers from across Canada compete to be the best and represent their region at the Red Bull BC One National Final. This season, top breakers from across Canada will showcase their talents in electrifying battles at this unmissable competition. Regional Cyphers In order to make it to the National Final, b-boys and b-girls will first have to battle it out in the regional cyphers. This year, cyphers will be held in Toronto on March 15, Vancouver on March 30, Calgary on April 4 and Montreal on April 25. Doors will open at 7:00pm and the live battles will kick off at 8:00pm. National Final The best b-boys and b-girls from coast to coast will battle for their chance to represent Canada on the world stage at the Red Bull BC One World Final 2025 in Tokyo, Japan. This years National Final will be taking place in Montreal on April 26 at La Tohu. Information Source: Red Bull Canada Ltd. | eventbrite

Put your paws up!!! It's a LADY GAGA DRAG BRUNCH! Sunday March 30 at R&B Brewing Doors at 1030am Show at 1130am Wrapped by 130pm Assigned Seating, no bad site lines cuz the performers ROAM while performing. Cash tips accepted by performers during their numbers (not mandator, but encouraged) We Acknowledge that this show takes place on the unceded, occupied, ancestral and traditional lands of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. Information Source: Sleepy Queers Productions | eventbrite

Multiple Realities: Experimental Art in the Eastern Bloc, 1960s–1980s is an extensive survey of experimental art made in six Central Eastern European nations between the 1960s and 1980s. Including both rarely seen and newly reconstructed works, the exhibition weaves together a complex story of artists questioning how, when and where art could exist, and exploring the varied meanings it might hold for society. Despite their geographical proximity, the artists featured in the exhibition encountered different conditions for daily life and artmaking, as they confronted varying degrees of control and pressure exerted by state authorities. Charting a generation invested in experimentation, Multiple Realities sheds light on ways that artists refused, circumvented, eluded and subverted official systems. Often infused with wit and irony, the works on view demonstrate both conceptual and formal innovation, often underpinned with an unfettered spirit of adventurousness.