Metro Vancouver events calendar - April 2016. Best festivals, concerts, fun things to do, weekend shows, discount tickets, theater, music, and kids free events in Vancouver, BC.

April 1, 2016

Fri

The Art of Leadership for Women

The Art of Leadership for Women conference features five internationally renowned bestselling authors and thought leaders, who will share an exciting blend of cutting edge thinking and real world experience on today’s most critical leadership issues.

Vancouver | Vancouver Convention Centre (East Building) | 8:30 am to 5:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

Newton Community Walk

Every movement starts with a passionate few that drive change in their neighbourhood

Surrey | Jon Newtrition Kitchen | 9:00 am to 11:00 am | Active Life / Health

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

A.Skillz + Skratch Bastid with Sammy Senior

Twisted Productions presents A.Skillz + Skratch Bastid with Sammy Senior + Dunks

Vancouver | Harbour Event Centre | 10:00 am to 3:00 am | Music

UBC Symphonic Wind Ensemble

Presented by the UBC School of Music

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, Chan Shun Concert Hall | 12:00 am to 1:15 pm | Music | Free

Fraser Valley Food Show & Gluten Free Living Show

Unique food experiences, opportunities to learn behind-the-scenes culinary magic from professional chefs, dynamic entertainment through celebrity chef cooking presentations and cooking related exhibits; and of cours

Abbotsford | Fraser Valley Trade & Exhibition Centre | 12:00 am to 9:00 pm | Food / Wine

Ellie Goulding: Delirium World Tour

Delirium World Tour

Vancouver | Rogers Arena | 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

Stop the pipelines. Unist’ot’en benefit feat The Boom Booms + Five Alarm Funk

An evening of fun and dancing and standing up against the fossil fuel industries despoiling the planet.

Vancouver | Imperial Vancouver | 7:30 pm to 11:59 pm | Dance

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents TheatreSports™

THEATRESPORTS® is high-action short form improv full of comic vengeance!

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Comedy

The 3rd Annual FEMME-STRAVAGANZA! presented by Femme City Choir

Femme City Choir is excited to present their 3 Annual FEMME-STRAVAGANZA!

Vancouver | The York Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

Game of Thrones Live: Hodor Strikes Back!

It’s the return of last years sold out show with all new acts in the current Game of Thrones universe!

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

The Government Inspector

United Players of Vancouver presents The Government Inspector by Nickolai Gogol directed by Matthew Bissett

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Theatre

88 Tuned Bongos: Ground/Terre | Toy Piano, Harmonium, and Tablas

Pianist Xenia Pestova and tabla player Shawn Mativetsky perform an eclectic programme of new music for piano, toy piano, Indian harmonium, and tabla.

Vancouver | Western Front | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

True Doe

True Doe Formerly known as the AKA, True Doe is a Vancouver-based rock band put together in late 2005.

Vancouver | The Roxy Cabaret | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

VSO Pops: Rocket Man With Chris Hadfield

Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield became an international celebrity for his fascinating musical broadcasts from Earth’s orbit.

Vancouver | Orpheum Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:15 pm | Music

DanceHouse: Companhia Urbana de Dança

DanceHouse presents Companhia Urbana de Dança from Brazil for their first time in Canada, a blend of hip-hop, urban, and contemporary dance.

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 8:00 pm to 0:00 am | Dance

Mamma Mia!

Broadway Across Canada presents the heartwarming, energizing and fun-filled musical Mamma Mia! Created with the amazingly popular music of ABBA.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:45 pm | Musical

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents TheatreSports™

THEATRESPORTS® is high-action short form improv full of comic vengeance!

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:30 pm to 10:45 pm | Comedy

Denzel Curry 2055: The Ult Experience Tour

Alexander Timbre Concerts + Hyphy Present: Denzel Curry 2055: The Ult Experience Tour with guests Allan Kingdom and JK The Reaper

Vancouver | Alexander Gastown | 10:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Music

Falseoween 9: Once Upon a Time

Once upon a time, in a land of happy endings....

Vancouver | Beaumont Studios | 10:00 pm to 11:30 pm | Theatre

FVDED FRIDAYS AT M.I.A.

Every Friday M.I.A. gets #FVDED with International DJ’s & Producers supported by local residents.

Vancouver | M.I.A. Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Wave Racer

Blueprint & Celebrities Present: Wave Racer with special guest - Promnite.

Vancouver | Celebrities Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 11:30 pm | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Improv After Dark

Things heat up with this edgy 60 minutes of non-stop, fast-paced no-holds-barred comedy for grown-ups.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 11:15 pm to 11:59 pm | Comedy

April 2, 2016

Sat

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

Stanley Park Ecology Society - Tour the Giants in the Morning

Many of our province’s biggest trees are actually in Stanley Park. Join a tour of some of the Park’s giants and learn how to support BC’s few remaining old growth forests

Vancouver | Stanley Park Nature House | 9:30 am to 11:30 am | Active Life / Health | Free

Tree talks and walks at UBC presented by Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival

Presented by Douglas Justice, Associate Director and Curator of Collections, UBC Botanical Garden & Centre for Plant Research. Douglas wrote the book!

Vancouver | Fraser Parkade by the Asian Centre, east of Nitobe Memorial Garden | 10:00 am to 11:30 am | Active Life / Health

Hillcrest Tree Sale at the Winter Farmers Market

Help us reach our goal of planting 150,000 trees by 2020 and pre-purchase a tree for your yard today!

Vancouver | Winter Farmers Market | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Fraser Valley Food Show & Gluten Free Living Show

Unique food experiences, opportunities to learn behind-the-scenes culinary magic from professional chefs, dynamic entertainment through celebrity chef cooking presentations and cooking related exhibits; and of cours

Abbotsford | Fraser Valley Trade & Exhibition Centre | 10:00 am to 6:00 pm | Food / Wine

Seedy Saturday

Get a great start on this year’s garden on April 2 at the Stewart Farm’s annual seed and plant sale.

Surrey | Historic Stewart Farm, | 11:00 am to 3:00 pm | Family | Free

Stanley Park Ecology Society - Tour the Giants in the Afternoon

Many of our province’s biggest trees are in Stanley Park. Join a tour of some of the Park’s giants .

Vancouver | Stanley Park Nature House | 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm

Tree Walk at the Vancouver Tree Sale

Vancouver Park Board arborist Bill Stephen will take you on a stroll through Queen Elizabeth Park’s Arboretum, which contains native and exotic tree species from around the world.

Vancouver | Start from the tree sale area | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Mamma Mia!

Broadway Across Canada presents the heartwarming, energizing and fun-filled musical Mamma Mia! Created with the amazingly popular music of ABBA.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:45 pm | Musical

Embrace Argentina at our 7th Annual Cultch Fundraising Gala

Embrace Argentina at our 7th Annual Cultch Fundraising Gala – it promises to be a passionate, scintillating evening!

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Charity / Fundraising

Cassandra Bangel with Jaron Chidiac and Greg McLeod

Zone Records recording artist Cassandra Bangel is a captivating performer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and looper extraordinaire.

Vancouver | The Roxy Cabaret | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Altermind with Bridges To Royal

Magnetized Productions Presents: Altermind (EP Release) w/ Bridges To Royal and Destructive Interference.

Vancouver | Red Room Ultra Bar | 7:30 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents TheatreSports™

THEATRESPORTS® is high-action short form improv full of comic vengeance!

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Comedy

Prince Rama with guests

MRG Concerts West presents Prince Rama with guests

Vancouver | The Cobalt | 8:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Music

Whoosh!

Erato is proud to feature their incredible wind players on this special concert. Including PING PONG! - a World Premiere Commission by Lucas Oickle & Ray Hsu.

Vancouver | The Orpheum Annex | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

The 3rd Annual FEMME-STRAVAGANZA! presented by Femme City Choir

Femme City Choir is excited to present their 3 Annual FEMME-STRAVAGANZA!

Vancouver | The York Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

Chutzpah!PLUS : Jennifer Teege (Germany)

Welcome author Jennifer Teege to our stage in conversation with The Globe and Mail’s Western Arts Correspondent Marsha Lederman, sharing her unique story with us as told in her new memoir, My Grandfather Would Have Shot Me: A Black Woman Discovers Her F

Vancouver | Norman & Annette Rothstein Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Active Life / Health

Game of Thrones Live: Hodor Strikes Back!

It’s the return of last years sold out show with all new acts in the current Game of Thrones universe!

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

The Government Inspector

United Players of Vancouver presents The Government Inspector by Nickolai Gogol directed by Matthew Bissett

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Theatre

VSO Pops: Rocket Man With Chris Hadfield

Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield became an international celebrity for his fascinating musical broadcasts from Earth’s orbit.

Vancouver | Orpheum Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:15 pm | Music

DanceHouse: Companhia Urbana de Dança

DanceHouse presents Companhia Urbana de Dança from Brazil for their first time in Canada, a blend of hip-hop, urban, and contemporary dance.

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 8:00 pm to 0:00 am | Dance

Mamma Mia!

Broadway Across Canada presents the heartwarming, energizing and fun-filled musical Mamma Mia! Created with the amazingly popular music of ABBA.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:45 pm | Musical

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents TheatreSports™

THEATRESPORTS® is high-action short form improv full of comic vengeance!

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:30 pm to 10:45 pm | Comedy

Shaun Frank + Dr. Fresch

Blueprint & Celebrities Present Shaun Frank + Dr. Fresch with Johnny Jover &Yurie

Vancouver | Celebrities Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 11:30 pm | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Improv After Dark

Things heat up with this edgy 60 minutes of non-stop, fast-paced no-holds-barred comedy for grown-ups.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 11:15 pm to 11:59 pm | Comedy

April 3, 2016

Sun

The Morning AFTER : Hip Hop Brunch Party

Hosted By LCU Nightlife, New Era Promotions & The Dynasty Boys

Vancouver | The Charles Bar | 0:30 am to 5:30 am | Dance

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

Stanley Park Ecology Society - Tour the Giants in the Morning

Many of our province’s biggest trees are actually in Stanley Park. Join a tour of some of the Park’s giants and learn how to support BC’s few remaining old growth forests

Vancouver | Stanley Park Nature House | 9:30 am to 11:30 am | Active Life / Health | Free

Big Tree Weekend II - The Hollow Tree & Friends

Join Park Board’s arborist Bill Stephen as he shares the fascinating story of Stanley Park’s Hollow Tree.

Vancouver | Hollow Tree parking lot | 9:30 am to 11:30 am | Lecture | Free

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Cannery Farmers Market

The Cannery Farmers Market continues the tradition of Steveston's indoor winter market, providing a unique experience for Lower Mainland residents and visitors alike.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 3:00 pm | Market | Free

Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival - Tree Talks & Walks

A guided tree walk highlighting the many exotic and native trees at Queen Elizabeth Park’s arboretum

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Park | 11:00 am to 12:30 am | Lecture | Free

Tree talks and walks - Queen Elizabeth Park

A guided tree walk highlighting the many exotic and native trees at Queen Elizabeth Park’s arboretum.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Park | 11:00 am to 12:30 am | Family | Free

Fraser Valley Food Show & Gluten Free Living Show

Unique food experiences, opportunities to learn behind-the-scenes culinary magic from professional chefs, dynamic entertainment through celebrity chef cooking presentations and cooking related exhibits; and of cours

Abbotsford | Fraser Valley Trade & Exhibition Centre | 11:00 am to 5:00 pm | Food / Wine

Stanley Park Ecology Society - Tour the Giants in the Afternoon

Many of our province’s biggest trees are in Stanley Park. Join a tour of some of the Park’s giants .

Vancouver | Stanley Park Nature House | 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm

Mamma Mia!

Broadway Across Canada presents the heartwarming, energizing and fun-filled musical Mamma Mia! Created with the amazingly popular music of ABBA.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:45 pm | Musical

Victoria Symphony 75th Anniversary Tour

The Victoria Symphony travels from Vancouver Island for a very special performance at the Orpheum.

Vancouver | Orpheum | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Music

The Government Inspector

United Players of Vancouver presents The Government Inspector by Nickolai Gogol directed by Matthew Bissett

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Theatre

Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival - Tree talks and walks - Stanley Park

Meet Bill Stephen while he discusses the beautiful and unusual trees and plants in Stanley Park's Shakespeare Garden.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm | Lecture | Free

Kits Classics+Worlds Beyond

Chamber music by Mozart, Beethoven, and Schumann performed by pianist Monica Pfau, oboist Geronimo Mendoza, clarinetist Johanna Hauser, bassoonist Gwen Seaton, and French hornist Richard Mingus.

Vancouver | St. James Hall | 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Music

Killswitch Engage

with guests Memphis May Fire u& 36 Crazyfists

Vancouver | The Vogue Theatre | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Faith Numada

Come to the Roxy and hear our band take the stage for the first time ever!

Vancouver | The Roxy Cabaret | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Rookie Night

Rookie Nights feature our Rookie League players, who have all successfully undergone improv training via the ICI.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Showcase Sundays - featuring Brickhouse

Brickhouse blends classic and modern (Blue Funk) with ease and makes hearing and seeing Brickhouse an addictive experience

Vancouver | The Belmont Bar | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

Mamma Mia!

Broadway Across Canada presents the heartwarming, energizing and fun-filled musical Mamma Mia! Created with the amazingly popular music of ABBA.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:45 pm | Musical

April 7, 2016

Thu

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

5th Anniversary Gala of Vancouver Photowalks!

SR Photography & Vancouver Photowalks

Vancouver | Makeshift Spaces Ltd. | 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Exhibition

Throne and Games – A Chance of Snow

VTSL’s improvisers will go to ‘The Wall’ to give patrons an exceptionally entertaining evening of improv comedy.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Going Home Star - Truth And Reconciliation

Royal Winnipeg’s residential-school ballet turns darkness into beauty

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Dance

Late Company presented by Touchstone Theatre

Late Company by Jordan Tannahill presented by Touchstone Theatre

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Theatre

PI Theatre: The Invisible Hand

A timely political thriller: When playing the stock market means life or death…

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

The Government Inspector

United Players of Vancouver presents The Government Inspector by Nickolai Gogol directed by Matthew Bissett

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Theatre

Don't Dress For Dinner

Mistress and mayhem served with a twist

Richmond | Gateway theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Talent Time

Paul Anthony’s TALENT TIME returns to the rio Theatre for more hilarity and general awesomeness on Thursday, April 7.

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:15 pm | Show

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Off Leash

We're letting the ensemble run free with nothing to hold back their comedic creativity.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:15 pm to 10:30 pm | Comedy

April 8, 2016

Fri

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Marianas Trench

The tour is in support of their newly released fourth studio album Astoria, which debuted at #2 on the Canadian SoundScan charts and roared onto the American Top Current Albums Chart at #33.

Vancouver | Pacific Coliseum | 7:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Music

Throne and Games – A Chance of Snow

VTSL’s improvisers will go to ‘The Wall’ to give patrons an exceptionally entertaining evening of improv comedy.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Going Home Star - Truth And Reconciliation

Royal Winnipeg’s residential-school ballet turns darkness into beauty

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Dance

Late Company presented by Touchstone Theatre

Late Company by Jordan Tannahill presented by Touchstone Theatre

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Theatre

PI Theatre: The Invisible Hand

A timely political thriller: When playing the stock market means life or death…

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

The Government Inspector

United Players of Vancouver presents The Government Inspector by Nickolai Gogol directed by Matthew Bissett

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Theatre

Don't Dress For Dinner

Mistress and mayhem served with a twist

Richmond | Gateway theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents TheatreSports™

THEATRESPORTS® is high-action short form improv full of comic vengeance!

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:30 pm to 10:45 pm | Comedy

FVDED FRIDAYS AT M.I.A.

Every Friday M.I.A. gets #FVDED with International DJ’s & Producers supported by local residents.

Vancouver | M.I.A. Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Improv After Dark

Things heat up with this edgy 60 minutes of non-stop, fast-paced no-holds-barred comedy for grown-ups.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 11:15 pm to 11:59 pm | Comedy

April 9, 2016

Sat

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

PEAK Invitational Dance Competition

Where dancers feel like they belong.

Burnaby | Michael J. Fox Theatre | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Dance

Sakura Days Japan Fair

Sakura Days Japan Fair (SDJF) is a family-friendly, two-day Japanese festival held at the spectacular VanDusen Botanical Gardens.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Fair

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Throne and Games – A Chance of Snow

VTSL’s improvisers will go to ‘The Wall’ to give patrons an exceptionally entertaining evening of improv comedy.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Going Home Star - Truth And Reconciliation

Royal Winnipeg’s residential-school ballet turns darkness into beauty

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Dance

The Nylons’ Farewell Tour

Legendary Canadian a capella group The Nylons have decided to close the touring chapter of their illustrious career and will be embarking on a Farewell Tour to say goodbye to their dedicated fans.

Richmond | River Rock Casino Resort | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Late Company presented by Touchstone Theatre

Late Company by Jordan Tannahill presented by Touchstone Theatre

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Theatre

PI Theatre: The Invisible Hand

A timely political thriller: When playing the stock market means life or death…

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Quantic With Guests Hubbz and Xenia Rubinos

QUANTIC (live): Tropical Elevation North American Tour with guest Xenia Rubinos British born musician, producer and DJ, on tour to support his new 2016 release.

Vancouver | Imperial | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

The Government Inspector

United Players of Vancouver presents The Government Inspector by Nickolai Gogol directed by Matthew Bissett

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Theatre

Don't Dress For Dinner

Mistress and mayhem served with a twist

Richmond | Gateway theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents TheatreSports™

THEATRESPORTS® is high-action short form improv full of comic vengeance!

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:30 pm to 10:45 pm | Comedy

DJ ISAAC

Solid presents DJ ISAAC

Vancouver | Harbour Event Centre | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Improv After Dark

Things heat up with this edgy 60 minutes of non-stop, fast-paced no-holds-barred comedy for grown-ups.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 11:15 pm to 11:59 pm | Comedy

April 10, 2016

Sun

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

PEAK Invitational Dance Competition

Where dancers feel like they belong.

Burnaby | Michael J. Fox Theatre | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Dance

Sakura Days Japan Fair

Sakura Days Japan Fair (SDJF) is a family-friendly, two-day Japanese festival held at the spectacular VanDusen Botanical Gardens.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Fair

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Open Studio Drop-in and Hands-on Fun

Drop by Branscombe House to visit Rhonda Weppler and get a “behind the scenes” look at the processes involved in her creative work.

Richmond | Branscombe House | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Visual Arts

PI Theatre: The Invisible Hand

A timely political thriller: When playing the stock market means life or death…

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Theatre

Iron Maiden with Special Guest The Raven Age

Rock legends IRON MAIDEN whose new studio double album The Book Of Souls debuted at No.2 in Canada will make a highly anticipated return in April

Vancouver | Rogers Arena | 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

Twenty One Pilots at Queen Elizabeth Theatre

Twenty One Pilots perform in support of their new album Blurryface

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Rookie Night

Rookie Nights feature our Rookie League players, who have all successfully undergone improv training via the ICI.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Aurora With Tor Miller

From Norway pop singer-songwriter, on tour to support her debut release “All My Demons Greeting Me As A Friend”

Vancouver | Imperial | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Tinashe

With Guests Blackbear

Vancouver | The Vogue Theatre | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

The Government Inspector

United Players of Vancouver presents The Government Inspector by Nickolai Gogol directed by Matthew Bissett

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Theatre

April 12, 2016

Tue

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

PEAK Invitational Dance Competition

Where dancers feel like they belong.

Burnaby | Michael J. Fox Theatre | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Dance

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson

The Gallery At The Cultch presents: Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson.

Vancouver | The Gallery at The Cultch | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Movies in the Morgue at the Vancouver Police Museum

What makes Tuesday better, though? Movies! And what can make movies even better? Watching them in the morgue, of course!

Vancouver | The Vancouver Police Museum | 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Film

Gary Clark Jr. – The Story of Sonny Boy Slim Tour

This music is my healing, Clark passionately declares on the album's opening salvo, The Healing.

Vancouver | Commodore Ballroom | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

High Tea

Transcending physical comedy and redefining immersive theatre, the 12-time 'Best-of-Fest' winners sweep spectators out to sea in an aquatic escapade brimming with whimsy, action, and ingenuity.

Vancouver | Studio 1398 | 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

PI Theatre: The Invisible Hand

A timely political thriller: When playing the stock market means life or death…

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 8:50 pm | Theatre

Don't Dress For Dinner

Mistress and mayhem served with a twist

Richmond | Gateway theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

April 13, 2016

Wed

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

PEAK Invitational Dance Competition

Where dancers feel like they belong.

Burnaby | Michael J. Fox Theatre | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Dance

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson

The Gallery At The Cultch presents: Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson.

Vancouver | The Gallery at The Cultch | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Gary Clark Jr. – The Story of Sonny Boy Slim Tour

This music is my healing, Clark passionately declares on the album's opening salvo, The Healing.

Vancouver | Commodore Ballroom | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Super Girl

Super Girl is one of the most popular talent contest shows in China and aims to find the next global idol. In 2016, Hunan TV, Mango TV and EE Media are bringing the show Canadian audiences.

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, Chan Shun Concert Hall | 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

High Tea

Transcending physical comedy and redefining immersive theatre, the 12-time 'Best-of-Fest' winners sweep spectators out to sea in an aquatic escapade brimming with whimsy, action, and ingenuity.

Vancouver | Studio 1398 | 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

PI Theatre: The Invisible Hand

A timely political thriller: When playing the stock market means life or death…

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 8:50 pm | Theatre

Rock Paper Scissors on The Portside

Where else can you crush, cover and cut your way to victory in Gastown on a Wednesday night. Don’t miss Gastown’s newest and most extreme experience.

Vancouver | The Portside Pub | 8:00 pm to 11:30 pm | Active Life / Health

Don't Dress For Dinner

Mistress and mayhem served with a twist

Richmond | Gateway theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Off Leash

We're letting the ensemble run free with nothing to hold back their comedic creativity.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:15 pm to 10:30 pm | Comedy

April 14, 2016

Thu

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

PEAK Invitational Dance Competition

Where dancers feel like they belong.

Burnaby | Michael J. Fox Theatre | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Dance

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson

The Gallery At The Cultch presents: Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson.

Vancouver | The Gallery at The Cultch | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Alice's Restaurant - Film Screening

Presented by the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts in partnership with The Cinematheque

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, Chan Shun Concert Hall | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Film

Throne and Games – A Chance of Snow

VTSL’s improvisers will go to ‘The Wall’ to give patrons an exceptionally entertaining evening of improv comedy.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

High Tea

Transcending physical comedy and redefining immersive theatre, the 12-time 'Best-of-Fest' winners sweep spectators out to sea in an aquatic escapade brimming with whimsy, action, and ingenuity.

Vancouver | Studio 1398 | 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

PI Theatre: The Invisible Hand

A timely political thriller: When playing the stock market means life or death…

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 8:50 pm | Theatre

The Government Inspector

United Players of Vancouver presents The Government Inspector by Nickolai Gogol directed by Matthew Bissett

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Theatre

Don't Dress For Dinner

Mistress and mayhem served with a twist

Richmond | Gateway theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

The Residents present Shadowland

Timbre Concerts Presents: The Residents present Shadowland

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:10 pm | Show

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Off Leash

We're letting the ensemble run free with nothing to hold back their comedic creativity.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:15 pm to 10:30 pm | Comedy

April 15, 2016

Fri

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

PEAK Invitational Dance Competition

Where dancers feel like they belong.

Burnaby | Michael J. Fox Theatre | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Dance

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Fashion Blooms for Autism - Holt Renfrew Celebrity Fashion Show

A fun Friday afternoon fashion show on National Autism Awareness Day, benefiting the Pacific Autism Family Centre Foundation.

Vancouver | C|Prime Modern Italian Steak & Wine | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson

The Gallery At The Cultch presents: Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson.

Vancouver | The Gallery at The Cultch | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Modern Space

Modern Space with guests

Vancouver | The Cobalt | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Science World After Dark

Mix, mingle and have fun like a kid - without the kids.

Vancouver | TELUS World of Science | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Philippe Herreweghe & Collegium Vocale Gent - Lagrime Di San Pietro

A refined sound and perfect vocal blend are among the many qualities that define Philippe Herreweghe's Collegium Vocale Gent as one of the world's most accomplished vocal ensembles.

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, Chan Shun Concert Hall | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Vancouver Recital Society: Schubertiade Series 3

A mini-festival celebrating the late works of Franz Schubert. Curated by pianist Inon Barnatan and performed by a stunning roster of musicians.

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 7:30 pm to 9:45 pm | Music

Throne and Games – A Chance of Snow

VTSL’s improvisers will go to ‘The Wall’ to give patrons an exceptionally entertaining evening of improv comedy.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

High Tea

Transcending physical comedy and redefining immersive theatre, the 12-time 'Best-of-Fest' winners sweep spectators out to sea in an aquatic escapade brimming with whimsy, action, and ingenuity.

Vancouver | Studio 1398 | 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

2cellos

The overnight sensations 2Cellos have delighted many audiences the world over, with their unique and energetic performances of popular hits, from Nirvana to Kings of Leon.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Music

PI Theatre: The Invisible Hand

A timely political thriller: When playing the stock market means life or death…

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 8:50 pm | Theatre

The Government Inspector

United Players of Vancouver presents The Government Inspector by Nickolai Gogol directed by Matthew Bissett

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Theatre

Don't Dress For Dinner

Mistress and mayhem served with a twist

Richmond | Gateway theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

The Force Is Shakin’: A Sci-Fi Burlesque Adventure!

Geekenders presents: The Force is Shakin’ A Sci-Fi Burlesque Adventure A brand-new Geekenders Theatricals production!

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:10 pm | Show

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents TheatreSports™

THEATRESPORTS® is high-action short form improv full of comic vengeance!

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:30 pm to 10:45 pm | Comedy

FVDED FRIDAYS AT M.I.A.

Every Friday M.I.A. gets #FVDED with International DJ’s & Producers supported by local residents.

Vancouver | M.I.A. Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Improv After Dark

Things heat up with this edgy 60 minutes of non-stop, fast-paced no-holds-barred comedy for grown-ups.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 11:15 pm to 11:59 pm | Comedy

April 16, 2016

Sat

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Pop-Up City Hall: Liquor Policy at Nat Bailey Farmers Market

Visit Pop-Up City Hall at Nat Bailey Farmers Market and find out about all the current happenings in your neighbourhood!

Vancouver | Ontario Street and 30th Avenue | 10:00 am to 2:00 pm | Market

Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival 10th Anniversary: Blossom Barge

If you think a cherry tree in bloom is a sight to behold, imagine the exuberance of 40 cherry trees in full bloom pulled by a tug on a barge travelling up False Creek!

Vancouver | From Science World to Granville Island | 10:40 am to 6:00 pm | Festival | Free

Project 529 spring fling

Help combat bike theft

Vancouver | Mount Pleasant Community Centre | 11:00 am to 3:00 pm | Active Life / Health | Free

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson

The Gallery At The Cultch presents: Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson.

Vancouver | The Gallery at The Cultch | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Vancouver Special House Tour

Explore Vancouver's familiar housing styles from the 1950s on

Vancouver | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 2:00 pm to 2:50 pm | Theatre

Season 10 Opener! Bad Reps vs Faster Pussycats and Riot Girls Vs Public Frenemy

Season 10 Opener! Bad Reps vs Faster Pussycats and Riot Girls Vs Public Frenemy

New Westminster | Royal City Curling Club | 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Sports

Throne and Games – A Chance of Snow

VTSL’s improvisers will go to ‘The Wall’ to give patrons an exceptionally entertaining evening of improv comedy.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

45th Avenue Jazz Band: Northern Stars

The 45th Ave Jazz Band, a full 17 person jazz ensemble under the direction of drummer and composer Jaelem Bhate, will present a concert featuring works exclusively by Canadian Jazz composers, with music by Rob McConnell, Phil Nimmons, Fred Stride, Alan Ma

Vancouver | The Orpheum Annex | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

An Evening with Eckhart Tolle

Eckhart Tolle’s writings and life-changing public events have touched millions of lives, garnering fans the likes of Oprah, the Dalai Lama and Deepak Chopra.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Lecture

High Tea

Transcending physical comedy and redefining immersive theatre, the 12-time 'Best-of-Fest' winners sweep spectators out to sea in an aquatic escapade brimming with whimsy, action, and ingenuity.

Vancouver | Studio 1398 | 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

PI Theatre: The Invisible Hand

A timely political thriller: When playing the stock market means life or death…

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 8:50 pm | Theatre

The Conservatives: Brahms Requiem

The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra’s 2016 Spring Festival explores the War of the Romantics, one of the most important periods in classical music history, and a time when some of history’s greatest music was written and performed.

Vancouver | Orpheum Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

The Government Inspector

United Players of Vancouver presents The Government Inspector by Nickolai Gogol directed by Matthew Bissett

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Theatre

The Force Is Shakin’: A Sci-Fi Burlesque Adventure!

Geekenders presents: The Force is Shakin’ A Sci-Fi Burlesque Adventure A brand-new Geekenders Theatricals production!

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:10 pm | Show

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents TheatreSports™

THEATRESPORTS® is high-action short form improv full of comic vengeance!

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:30 pm to 10:45 pm | Comedy

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Improv After Dark

Things heat up with this edgy 60 minutes of non-stop, fast-paced no-holds-barred comedy for grown-ups.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 11:15 pm to 11:59 pm | Comedy

April 17, 2016

Sun

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Cannery Farmers Market

The Cannery Farmers Market continues the tradition of Steveston's indoor winter market, providing a unique experience for Lower Mainland residents and visitors alike.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 3:00 pm | Market | Free

Pop-Up City Hall: Liquor Policy at Hastings Park Farmers Market

Come learn about Vancouver's Liquor Policy at the Farmers Market!

Vancouver | Gate 2 of the PNE | 10:00 am to 2:00 pm | Active Life / Health | Free

Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival 10th Anniversary: Blossom Barge

If you think a cherry tree in bloom is a sight to behold, imagine the exuberance of 40 cherry trees in full bloom pulled by a tug on a barge travelling up False Creek!

Vancouver | From Science World to Granville Island | 10:40 am to 6:00 pm | Festival | Free

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 2:00 pm to 2:50 pm | Theatre

Spring Soundwalks 2016

This aural excursion will both begin and end at the Beatty Street entrance of the Stadium-Chinatown Skytrain Station.

Vancouver | Stadium-Chinatown Skytrain Station | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Young Prodigies Concerto Concert

A must-see concert featuring Vancouver's finest young prodigies with the Vancouver Philharmonic Orchestra

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, Chan Shun Concert Hall | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Music

The Government Inspector

United Players of Vancouver presents The Government Inspector by Nickolai Gogol directed by Matthew Bissett

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Theatre

Standing Wave: Acousmatic

Standing Wave presents Acousmatic, a concert of electro-acoustic music that will challenge, thrill, mesmerize, and surprise!

Vancouver | The Annex | 7:30 pm to 9:45 pm | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Rookie Night

Rookie Nights feature our Rookie League players, who have all successfully undergone improv training via the ICI.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

High Tea

Transcending physical comedy and redefining immersive theatre, the 12-time 'Best-of-Fest' winners sweep spectators out to sea in an aquatic escapade brimming with whimsy, action, and ingenuity.

Vancouver | Studio 1398 | 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 8:50 pm | Theatre

Moein Live in Vancouver

Vancouver Farsi Speaking community will be awaiting the arrival of one of its biggest music icons: Moein!

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Music

April 19, 2016

Tue

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson

The Gallery At The Cultch presents: Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson.

Vancouver | The Gallery at The Cultch | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Emergency Social Services Orientation

When disaster strikes, ESS volunteers will be relied upon to assist those who have been impacted by disaster.

Vancouver | Kitsilano War Memorial Community Centre | 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm | Workshop | Free

12 Minutes Max Studio Showing at Scotiabank Dance Centre

The Dance Centre’s 12 Minutes Max series supports innovative new works lasting twelve minutes or less.

Vancouver | Scotiabank Dance Centre | 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm | Dance | Free

Don Quixote

The Royal Moscow Ballet presents the traditional ballet Don Quixote

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

PI Theatre: The Invisible Hand

A timely political thriller: When playing the stock market means life or death…

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 8:50 pm | Theatre

B.A.P. in concert

B.A.P is a six-member hip-hop South Korean boy group

Vancouver | Orpheum Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Don't Dress For Dinner

Mistress and mayhem served with a twist

Richmond | Gateway theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Paul McCartney: One On One

Paul McCartney has confirmed two Vancouver dates of his brand new One On One tour.

Vancouver | Rogers Arena | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

April 20, 2016

Wed

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson

The Gallery At The Cultch presents: Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson.

Vancouver | The Gallery at The Cultch | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Vancouver Police Museum speaker series - Oakalla Prison: A hard place to do time

It’s back! The Vancouver Police Museum once again invites you to go “Behind Locked Doors”, the theme of our 4th annual Speaker Series, and tour the history of some of Vancouver’s most fascinating and forbidden locations.

Vancouver | Vancouver Police Museum | 7:00 pm to 8:10 pm | History

Winter 2016 Philosopher's Cafe in Surrey. Five Hundred Years & No Change: Aboriginal Rights in Canada

Share your thoughts on how we can make Surrey a more inclusive city and join us for monthly discussions.

Surrey | City Centre Library room 402 | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm | Active Life / Health

Rain a Tribute to the Beatles

Paul Mercs Concerts is thrilled to announce the Canadian 2016 tour of the internationally-acclaimed Beatles concert, RAIN: A Tribute to The Beatles!

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents TheatreSports™

THEATRESPORTS® is high-action short form improv full of comic vengeance!

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Comedy

PI Theatre: The Invisible Hand

A timely political thriller: When playing the stock market means life or death…

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 8:50 pm | Theatre

An Evening With Sloan

An Evening with SLOAN: One Chord to Another 20th Anniversary Tour

Vancouver | Imperial | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Rock Paper Scissors on The Portside

Where else can you crush, cover and cut your way to victory in Gastown on a Wednesday night. Don’t miss Gastown’s newest and most extreme experience.

Vancouver | The Portside Pub | 8:00 pm to 11:30 pm | Active Life / Health

A Good Mother by Kathy Parsons

A script-in-hand staging, in the tradition of The Last Days of Judas Iscariot and Cultivation.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Don't Dress For Dinner

Mistress and mayhem served with a twist

Richmond | Gateway theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Paul McCartney: One On One

Paul McCartney has confirmed two Vancouver dates of his brand new One On One tour.

Vancouver | Rogers Arena | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Off Leash

We're letting the ensemble run free with nothing to hold back their comedic creativity.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:15 pm to 10:30 pm | Comedy

April 21, 2016

Thu

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

S. U. C. C. E. S. S. City Hall tour

Participants will go on a walking, guided tour of City Hall, learning about the design of the building and some history of Vancouver, and take a walk through the Japanese gardens outside City Hall.

Vancouver | Vancouver City Hall, Main floor, Information booth | 10:00 am to 11:30 am | Active Life / Health | Free

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson

The Gallery At The Cultch presents: Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson.

Vancouver | The Gallery at The Cultch | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Discover Dance! Karen Flamenco

The last edition of this season’s Discover Dance! noon series features the innovative Vancouver company Karen Flamenco.

Vancouver | The Dance Centre | 12:00 am to 1:00 pm | Dance

Throne and Games – A Chance of Snow

VTSL’s improvisers will go to ‘The Wall’ to give patrons an exceptionally entertaining evening of improv comedy.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Don Quixote

The Royal Moscow Ballet presents the traditional ballet Don Quixote

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

An Evening with Nick Bantock

The Vancouver Writers Fest in partnership with VPL presents: An Evening with Nick Bantock A Special Incite event

Vancouver | Vancouver Public Library, Alice MacKay Room | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Books | Free

PI Theatre: The Invisible Hand

A timely political thriller: When playing the stock market means life or death…

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 8:50 pm | Theatre

A Good Mother by Kathy Parsons

A script-in-hand staging, in the tradition of The Last Days of Judas Iscariot and Cultivation.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Don't Dress For Dinner

Mistress and mayhem served with a twist

Richmond | Gateway theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Off Leash

We're letting the ensemble run free with nothing to hold back their comedic creativity.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:15 pm to 10:30 pm | Comedy

April 22, 2016

Fri

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson

The Gallery At The Cultch presents: Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson.

Vancouver | The Gallery at The Cultch | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Hullabaloo All Star Slam

The Rio is Proud to host; Hullabaloo All Star Slam feat. Janet Rogers, Lishai Peel, and Winona Linn

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 12:30 am to 2:00 pm | Lecture

Happy Hour - A Future We Can't Afford? Young City Makers and the cost of Vancouver.

Join us for an evening of drinks, free-wheeling discussion and a participatory Video Booth (fun!) to find out what ‘Vancouver’s lifeblood’ really thinks about affordability in Vancouver.

Vancouver | Museum of Vancouver | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Smooth as Silk: VICO at Sound of Dragon Music Festival

The Sound of Dragon Society and Vancouver Inter-Cultural Orchestra collaborate again to present the opening concert of the 2016 Sound of Dragon Music Festival at the Roundhouse.

Vancouver | Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre | 7:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Music

Throne and Games – A Chance of Snow

VTSL’s improvisers will go to ‘The Wall’ to give patrons an exceptionally entertaining evening of improv comedy.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

PI Theatre: The Invisible Hand

A timely political thriller: When playing the stock market means life or death…

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 8:50 pm | Theatre

Vancouver Chamber Choir: The Chamber Choir & The Iseler Singers

Every few years Vancouver's and Toronto's famous professional choirs join forces in one city or the other — this time, it's in Vancouver.

Vancouver | Ryerson United Church | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

A Good Mother by Kathy Parsons

A script-in-hand staging, in the tradition of The Last Days of Judas Iscariot and Cultivation.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Earth Day 2016: Voices of Elders

Kwi Awt Stelmexw and the Tsleil-Waututh Nation, with support from the City of Vancouver, invite you to a Coast Salish celebration honouring the 46th Annual Earth Day.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Chick Corea and Bela Fleck: Two

Master songwriters, musicians and bandleaders Chick Corea and Bela Fleck come together for a thrilling, genre-busting evening of piano and banjo duets.

Vancouver | Orpheum Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:45 pm | Music

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra: Mozart and Shakespeare

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra present Mozart and Shakespeare in Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at UBC

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at UBC | 8:00 pm to 9:45 pm | Music

Don't Dress For Dinner

Mistress and mayhem served with a twist

Richmond | Gateway theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Facing East

A Co-Production between Fighting Chance Productions and Nathan Gardner in association with Sean Bryan, Deborah Barrigan and Danny Brooke.. World Premiere

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Musical

The Chamber Choir & The Iseler Singers – Two Great Choirs

Vancouver Chamber Choir – The Chamber Choir & The Iseler Singers – Two Great Choirs

Vancouver | Ryerson United Church | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents TheatreSports™

THEATRESPORTS® is high-action short form improv full of comic vengeance!

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:30 pm to 10:45 pm | Comedy

FVDED FRIDAYS AT M.I.A.

Every Friday M.I.A. gets #FVDED with International DJ’s & Producers supported by local residents.

Vancouver | M.I.A. Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Improv After Dark

Things heat up with this edgy 60 minutes of non-stop, fast-paced no-holds-barred comedy for grown-ups.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 11:15 pm to 11:59 pm | Comedy

April 23, 2016

Sat

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

BrickCan LEGO® Exhibit

For LEGO fans of all ages! check out hundreds of amazing creations at the largest Public LEGO Exhibition ever held in British Columbia.

Richmond | River Rock Casino Resort | 9:00 am to 11:00 am | Active Life / Health

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Earth Day Celebration

Celebrate our Park and planet on Earth Day at the Nature House!

Vancouver | Stanley Park Ecology Society | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Active Life / Health | Free

BrickCan LEGO® Exhibit

For LEGO fans of all ages! check out hundreds of amazing creations at the largest Public LEGO Exhibition ever held in British Columbia.

Richmond | River Rock Casino Resort | 11:30 am to 1:30 pm | Family

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson

The Gallery At The Cultch presents: Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson.

Vancouver | The Gallery at The Cultch | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 2:00 pm to 2:50 pm | Theatre

Raffi Raffi at Orpheum Theatre

A Raffi concert is best suited for children old enough to talk, sing or clap along.

Vancouver | Orpheum Theatre | 2:00 pm to 3:45 pm | Family

BrickCan LEGO® Exhibit

For LEGO fans of all ages! check out hundreds of amazing creations at the largest Public LEGO Exhibition ever held in British Columbia.

Richmond | River Rock Casino Resort | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Family

The Accursed Share: Screening and Talk

Cineworks and Artspeak present: The Accursed Share, Screening and Artist Talk Curated by Marina Roy

Vancouver | Cineworks Studio | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Lecture | Free

Open Rehearsal: Noam Gagnon/Vision Impure

Dance Centre Artist-in-Residence Noam Gagnon offers an open rehearsal of his new work This Crazy Show which will premiere in the fall of 2016.

Vancouver | The Dance Centre | 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Dance | Free

Aberthau Tango Night

Lovers of Tango music and dancers welcome to an evening of Buenos Aires Tango Music in beautiful Aberthau Mansion with hardwood floor, walls, ornate ceilings and stained glass windows.

Vancouver | Aberthau Mansion: Main Floor | 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Dance

FAT WHITE FAMILY With Guests DILLY DALLY

FAT WHITE FAMILY With Guests DILLY DALLY at The Cobalt Share on Facebook + Share on Twitter Share on Google+ Share on LinkedIn Saturday, Apr 23, 2016 07:00 PM Add to Calendar Google iCalendar Outlook Yahoo The Cobalt 917 Main Stre

Vancouver | The Cobalt | 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

Will's Wake

It’s the 400th anniversary of the death of William Shakespeare, and Bard is hosting a wake!

Vancouver | Goldcorp Stage at the BMO Theatre Centre | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Throne and Games – A Chance of Snow

VTSL’s improvisers will go to ‘The Wall’ to give patrons an exceptionally entertaining evening of improv comedy.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Rihanna: The Anti World Tour

Global superstar, Grammy Award®-winner and multi-platinum selling artist, Rihanna, announced THE ANTI WORLD TOUR.

Vancouver | Rogers Arena | 7:30 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

PI Theatre: The Invisible Hand

A timely political thriller: When playing the stock market means life or death…

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 8:50 pm | Theatre

A Good Mother by Kathy Parsons

A script-in-hand staging, in the tradition of The Last Days of Judas Iscariot and Cultivation.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra: Mozart and Shakespeare

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra present Mozart and Shakespeare in Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at UBC

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at UBC | 8:00 pm to 9:45 pm | Music

Don't Dress For Dinner

Mistress and mayhem served with a twist

Richmond | Gateway theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Facing East

A Co-Production between Fighting Chance Productions and Nathan Gardner in association with Sean Bryan, Deborah Barrigan and Danny Brooke.. World Premiere

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Musical

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents TheatreSports™

THEATRESPORTS® is high-action short form improv full of comic vengeance!

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:30 pm to 10:45 pm | Comedy

Stickybuds + Jpod + Fort Knox Five ft Qdup

Twisted Productions at Harbour Event Centre presets Stickybuds + Jpod + Fort Knox Five ft Qdup

Vancouver | Harbour Event Centre | 10:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Improv After Dark

Things heat up with this edgy 60 minutes of non-stop, fast-paced no-holds-barred comedy for grown-ups.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 11:15 pm to 11:59 pm | Comedy

April 24, 2016

Sun

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

BrickCan LEGO® Exhibit

For LEGO fans of all ages! check out hundreds of amazing creations at the largest Public LEGO Exhibition ever held in British Columbia.

Richmond | River Rock Casino Resort | 9:00 am to 11:00 am | Active Life / Health

Birds of a Feather: Calling All Love Birds

Migrating song birds are drawn to the forest edges and gardens near Lost Lagoon.

Vancouver | Stanley Park, Lost Lagoon Nature House | 9:00 am to 11:00 am | Nature / Animals

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Come to Pop-Up City Hall at the Annual VanDusen Plant Sale

Our mobile City Hall is out again at VanDusen Botanical Gardens for their Annual Plant Sale! Come learn about various topics from our City Staff including zero waste, how to get a rain barrel for your home, and our City's Renewable City Strategy!

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Gardens | 10:00 am to 3:00 pm | Active Life / Health

The VanDusen Plant Sale

Patios, Pots and Planters—our annual Plant Sale has everything you need for gardening in small spaces.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Fair | Free

BrickCan LEGO® Exhibit

For LEGO fans of all ages! check out hundreds of amazing creations at the largest Public LEGO Exhibition ever held in British Columbia.

Richmond | River Rock Casino Resort | 11:30 am to 1:30 pm | Family

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Afternoon Tea for Kids! Star Wars Theme - West Point Grey CC

Yoda has put out a call for all young Jedis to join us on a Sunday afternoon. This afternoon tea with a Star Wars theme includes a light lunch, desert, activities and a visit by R2 and Obi-Kai Kenobi presented by Young Wizard Academy.

Vancouver | West Point Grey Community Centre | 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm | Kids

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 2:00 pm to 2:50 pm | Theatre

Spring Soundwalks 2016

The Viewing Plaza overlooking the Lost Lagoon (directly above the Nature House at Stanley Park). From Denman go north on Alberni 2 blocks

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Active Life / Health

BrickCan LEGO® Exhibit

For LEGO fans of all ages! check out hundreds of amazing creations at the largest Public LEGO Exhibition ever held in British Columbia.

Richmond | River Rock Casino Resort | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Family

Design Sundays - Improv-ing The City: Designing Policies Through Participatory Theatre

Alec Balasescu and Jonathan Bleackley of Civic Renewal Lab and Jeremy Waller host a role playing and improv workshop that will explore Vancouver’s development, housing, and affordability policies.

Vancouver | Museum of Vancouver | 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm | Workshop

Jasmine Jazz 2

Canada’s first Chinese music ensemble and some of Vancouver’s finest jazz musicians come together for another unique and joyful concert!

Vancouver | Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden | 7:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Music

VSO Symphony at the Annex: Sublime to (Slightly) Silly

The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra performs new music in the intimate Annex.

Vancouver | The Annex | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Rookie Night

Rookie Nights feature our Rookie League players, who have all successfully undergone improv training via the ICI.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Dirty Old Woman

From a completely sold-out run at the Vancouver Fringe, Dirty Old Woman returns, even funnier!

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 8:50 pm | Theatre

April 27, 2016

Wed

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson

The Gallery At The Cultch presents: Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson.

Vancouver | The Gallery at The Cultch | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Reduce Pain and Inflammation without Medication

Many of us have come to see medication as a necessary evil and while it certainly has its place and value, there are alternative ways to be able to reduce and eliminate pain and inflammation without having to go the medication or surgery route.

Vancouver | Kitsilano War Memorial Community Centre | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm | Workshop | Free

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents TheatreSports™

THEATRESPORTS® is high-action short form improv full of comic vengeance!

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Comedy

Jordan Klassen with Megan Bonnell

MRG Concerts West presents... Jordan Klassen with Megan Bonnell

Vancouver | Imperial | 8:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Music

James Bay at Orpheum Theatre

James Bay is a singular modern talent; an old head on young shoulders, a damn good guitar player and an even better songwriter.

Vancouver | Orpheum Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Rock Paper Scissors on The Portside

Where else can you crush, cover and cut your way to victory in Gastown on a Wednesday night. Don’t miss Gastown’s newest and most extreme experience.

Vancouver | The Portside Pub | 8:00 pm to 11:30 pm | Active Life / Health

Facing East

A Co-Production between Fighting Chance Productions and Nathan Gardner in association with Sean Bryan, Deborah Barrigan and Danny Brooke.. World Premiere

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Musical

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Off Leash

We're letting the ensemble run free with nothing to hold back their comedic creativity.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:15 pm to 10:30 pm | Comedy

April 28, 2016

Thu

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson

The Gallery At The Cultch presents: Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson.

Vancouver | The Gallery at The Cultch | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Throne and Games – A Chance of Snow

VTSL’s improvisers will go to ‘The Wall’ to give patrons an exceptionally entertaining evening of improv comedy.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Tortoise With Guests Life Coach

Chicago-based instrumental quintet, on tour to support their latest release “The Catastrophist”

Vancouver | Imperial | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Music

Pentatonix: The World Tour 2016 With Special Guests Us The Duo & AJ

Grammy Award winners Pentatonix bring their 2016 World Tour with special guests Us The Duo to Vancouver.

Vancouver | Pacific Coliseum | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Music

Facing East

A Co-Production between Fighting Chance Productions and Nathan Gardner in association with Sean Bryan, Deborah Barrigan and Danny Brooke.. World Premiere

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Musical

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Off Leash

We're letting the ensemble run free with nothing to hold back their comedic creativity.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:15 pm to 10:30 pm | Comedy

April 29, 2016

Fri

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson

The Gallery At The Cultch presents: Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson.

Vancouver | The Gallery at The Cultch | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

International Dance Day: The Dovbush Dancers + Shot of Scotch

The Dovbush Dancers + Shot of Scotch: dances from Ukraine and the Scottish Highlands.

Vancouver | Vancouver Public Library Main Concourse | 12:00 am to 12:30 am | Dance | Free

International Dance Day: Urban Youth Blast

The Dance Centre presents a program of free events celebrating International Dance Day: Urban Youth Blast

Vancouver | Vancouver Art Gallery South Plaza | 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm | Dance | Free

International Dance Day: The Dance Centre

The Dance Centre presents a program of free events celebrating International Dance Day:

Vancouver | The Dance Centre | 2:30 pm to 7:00 pm | Dance | Free

Art in the City 2016

Come and buy a variety of art mediums from our largest selection of original visual art - drawings, paintings, photography, giclee’s of originals, etc at our 11th annual Art In The City event!

Vancouver | West End Community Centre Association | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Visual Arts | Free

Throne and Games – A Chance of Snow

VTSL’s improvisers will go to ‘The Wall’ to give patrons an exceptionally entertaining evening of improv comedy.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Superimposition

Presented by Turning Point Ensemble and The Nu:BC Collective in partnership with the Chan Centre

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, Telus Studio Theatre | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Facing East

A Co-Production between Fighting Chance Productions and Nathan Gardner in association with Sean Bryan, Deborah Barrigan and Danny Brooke.. World Premiere

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Musical

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents TheatreSports™

THEATRESPORTS® is high-action short form improv full of comic vengeance!

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:30 pm to 10:45 pm | Comedy

FVDED FRIDAYS AT M.I.A.

Every Friday M.I.A. gets #FVDED with International DJ’s & Producers supported by local residents.

Vancouver | M.I.A. Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Improv After Dark

Things heat up with this edgy 60 minutes of non-stop, fast-paced no-holds-barred comedy for grown-ups.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 11:15 pm to 11:59 pm | Comedy

April 30, 2016

Sat

Abbotsford Tulip Festival

Come visit the Abbotsford Tulip Festival for a day of family fun!

Abbotsford | 36737 North Parallel Road | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Festival

Art by Surrey Secondary School Students

Artwork by Surrey secondary school students fills the halls of the lobby this spring.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Art in the City 2016

Come and buy a variety of art mediums from our largest selection of original visual art - drawings, paintings, photography, giclee’s of originals, etc at our 11th annual Art In The City event!

Vancouver | West End Community Centre Association | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Visual Arts | Free

Michiko Suzuki: Hope Chest

Explore Michiko Suzuki's elegant printed silk tents at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson

The Gallery At The Cultch presents: Works from Jacqueline Karista and Laurel Swenson.

Vancouver | The Gallery at The Cultch | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Arts Alive 2016

The Burnaby Art Gallery is pleased to present the annual Arts Alive showcase at the historic Ceperley Mansion.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 7:00 pm | Visual Arts

Superimposition

Presented by Turning Point Ensemble and The Nu:BC Collective in partnership with the Chan Centre

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, Telus Studio Theatre | 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm | Music

The Intergalactic Nemesis: Target Earth

Telling an adventure story set in the 1930s, The Intergalactic Nemesis mashes up comic-book and radio-play formats into a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience, a new art form, the Live-Action Graphic Novel.

Vancouver | The York Theatre | 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm | Theatre

The Intergalactic Nemesis: Target Earth

Telling an adventure story set in the 1930s, The Intergalactic Nemesis mashes up comic-book and radio-play formats into a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience, a new art form, the Live-Action Graphic Novel.

Vancouver | The York Theatre | 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

Bombino

Live Nation & Caravan World Rhythms are excited to present Bombino with guests Last Good Tooth

Vancouver | Imperial | 7:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Music

Trivia Night #4 | Fundraiser for the Vancouver International Children's Festival

The Vancouver International Children’s Festival presents: Trivia Night #4 | Fundraiser for the Adopt-a-Class Program

Vancouver | Loungeworks Showroom | 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Charity / Fundraising

Throne and Games – A Chance of Snow

VTSL’s improvisers will go to ‘The Wall’ to give patrons an exceptionally entertaining evening of improv comedy.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Vancouver Opera: Evita

Winner of 7 Tony Awards™ including Best Musical, Evita is the story of the charismatic and controversial Eva Perón, whose beauty and ambition vaulted her from poverty to power as the First Lady of Argentina.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm | Opera

VSO Masterworks: Faust Plays Bartok

Renowned violinist Isabelle Faust performs Bartok with Kazuyoshi Akiyama conducting a concert that includes Dvorák’s Seventh Symphony.

Vancouver | Orpheum Theatre | 8:00 pm to 8:10 pm | Music

Vancouver New Music presents eighth blackbird and Sleeping Giant: Hand Eye

Hand Eye brings together a musical dreamteam: multi-Grammy-winning ensemble eighth blackbird, and superstar composer sextet Sleeping Giant unite for an evening length work fizzing with the alchemy of twelve strong personalities.

Vancouver | The Orpheum Annex | 8:00 pm to 9:45 pm | Music

An Evening with Todd Rundgren

Rundgren Radio presents An Evening With Todd Rundgren concert at Vancouver Playhoue.

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Facing East

A Co-Production between Fighting Chance Productions and Nathan Gardner in association with Sean Bryan, Deborah Barrigan and Danny Brooke.. World Premiere

Vancouver | Jericho Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Musical

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents TheatreSports™

THEATRESPORTS® is high-action short form improv full of comic vengeance!

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:30 pm to 10:45 pm | Comedy

Vancouver TheatreSports League presents Improv After Dark

Things heat up with this edgy 60 minutes of non-stop, fast-paced no-holds-barred comedy for grown-ups.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 11:15 pm to 11:59 pm | Comedy