What to do in Vancouver on June 24 2016

Ann Hamm: Slivers of Silver - Wood and Fabric Installations

The North Vancouver Community Arts Council proudly presents the installation works of Ann Hamm at the City Atrium Gallery

North Vancouver | City Atrium Gallery | 8:30 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Indian Art from the Edge & Sara Morison

North Vancouver Community Arts Council proudly presents Indian Art from the Edge and Sara Morison at the District Foyer Gallery

North Vancouver | North Vancouver District Hall | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition | Free

Queer Arts Festival 2016. Drama Queer: seducing social change, curated Visual arts exhibition

Visual arts exhibition curated by Jonathan D. Katz and Conor Moynihan.

Vancouver | Exhibition Hall | Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition

Jane Kenyon - Point of View

North Vancouver Community Arts Council presents Jane Kenyon - Point of View

North Vancouver | Lynn Valley Main Library | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Art Party!

The Art Party! exhibition showcases the art of more than 65 local artists, available for purchase at $100, $200 and $300.

North Vancouver | Seymour Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Canada Cup Wheechair Rugby Tournament

Get ready for one the biggest wheelchair rugby tournaments in the world!

Richmond | Richmond Olympic Oval | 10:00 am to 8:00 pm | Sports

Saint-Jean Baptiste Day

A celebration of French Canadian culture and heritage with live music, children’s entertainment, traditional Francophone cuisine, and more.

Vancouver | Front Plaza of Canada Place | 11:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival: Rossi Gang

A British Columbian twist on New Orleans hot jazz, this young quintet brings a raw exuberance to their swinging, greasy party music.

Vancouver | Granville Island - Public Market Stage | 12:00 am to 1:15 pm | Music | Free

TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival: Ingrid Mapson

Ingrid Mapson's caramel tones bring soulful, soothing, sometimes playful renditions of jazz and gospel favorites.

Vancouver | St. Andrew's Wesley | 12:00 am to 1:30 pm | Music | Free

TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival: Evan Parker - Georg Graewe - Torsten Müller

British saxophonist Evan Parker is an iconic artist who plays with striking dexterity and deep emotional connection.

Vancouver | Performance Works | 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm | Music | Free

Queer Arts Festival 2016: Queering Selfies

For queer youth, the defence of our identities is wrapped into survival. Self portraiture, a.k.a. Selfies, are a grounding mechanism and an easy route to self compassion and empowerment.

Vancouver | Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre | 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm | Visual Arts | Free

North Vancouver’s Shipyards Night Market

You won't want to miss this years Shipbuilders' Night Market on Friday Nights !!

North Vancouver | Shipyards Night Market | 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Market

Surrey Night Market

In its third season, the Surrey Night Market will host a variety of food vendors selling all kinds of delicious eats, as well as retail stalls, live performances, and rides.

Surrey | Cloverdale Exhibition Grounds | 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Market

Sanctioned Event: Saint Jean Baptiste Day

Join us in in Maillardville for memorable community festivities to celebrate the French-Canadian national holiday, Saint Jean Baptiste Day!

Coquitlam | Mackin Park | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Active Life / Health | Free

Friday Night Bike Night!

1st Gear Motorcycle Training & School. Let's give Friday NIght a try!

Richmond | 1st Gear Motorcycle Training & School | 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Workshop

Queer Arts Festival 2016: Art Song Lab

A queer edition of the week-long program exploring the collaborative fusion of poetry and music.

Vancouver | The Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre | 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Music

Richmond Night Market

Similar to previous years, the annual gathering will feature seemingly endless rows of food vendors (offering hundreds of things to eat and drink), merchandise stalls, gaming stations, and live entertainment.

Richmond | nearby Bridgeport Station | 7:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Market

Queer Arts Festival 2016: Pride In Art Visual Art Show

From the roots of the queer arts Festival, this open visual art show exhibits artists from our communities and honours our founder Robbie Hong. + Google Calendar+ iCal Export

Vancouver | Great Hall | Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm | Workshop

Queer Arts Festival 2016: Lyle Chan’s String Quartet: An AIDS Activist’s Memoir

This new work by acclaimed Australian composer Lyle Chan, is a visceral musical portrait of the peak of the epidemic.

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

Tiger Army

For the devoted who tattoo the lyrics and "TigerBat" logo on their bodies, Tiger Army is more than a band - it's a way of life. Bandleader, frontman and songwriter Nick 13 has led the So Cal trio with a distinct vision and staunch determination.

Vancouver | Commodore Ballroom | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Panda Market - International Summer Night Market

Richmond’s bustling Panda Market is returning for its 9th season.

Richmond | behind Home Depot on Sweden Way | 7:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Market | Free

School's Out Pool Parties

Schools out for summer on June 24! Celebrate the end of the school and treat the kids with a pool party at two of our Surrey indoor pools.

Surrey | Surrey Sport and Leisure Complex | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Pinoy Classic Rock 2016

A back to back performance with the legends... Mike Hanopol ( Laki Sa Layaw )'and Heber Bartolome ( Tayo'y Mga Pinoy)

New Westminster | Java Jazz Bistro | 7:00 pm to 1:00 am | Music

Bard on the Beach: Othello

Othello is man blessed with power, respect and love - until lago's evil manipulation leads him to a fatal act off jealousy.

Vancouver | Howard Family Stage in the Douglas Campbell Theatre, Vanier Park | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival: Vahagni

Armenian-born Vahagni blends flamenco guitar with jazz, folk and classical with an intuitive ability to cross genres and borders.

West Vancouver | West Vancouver Memorial Library | 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Music | 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 9:00 pm | Comedy

Bard on the Beach: The Merry Wives of Windsor

Bard's hit 2012 production is back and it's time again for music, flirting, fun - and fairies!

Vancouver | Vanier Park, Kits Point at the Foot of Whyte Avenue | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

回家路」音樂生命分享會

由恩雨之聲主辦，列治文門諾會平安堂協辦

Richmond | Richmond Peace Chinese Mennonite Church | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Royal City Swing - Air Steps Workshop

This class will cover the entry, prep, execution, and follow through of one or two air steps depending on complexity and time. In this class all dancers will review the Royal City Swing Jumps, Tricks, Slides and Air Steps Handout.

New Westminster | Sapperton Pensioners Hall | 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Workshop

TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival: Larry Fuller Trio Featuring Lewis Nash

A world-class jazz pianist rooted in the hard-swinging traditions of mainstream jazz, Larry Fuller has worked with legendary bassist Ray Brown, drummer Jeff Hamilton and guitarist John Pizzarelli among others.

Vancouver | Frankie's Jazz Club | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival: Bob Liley Jazz Quartet

The Bob Liley Jazz Quintet plays classic bebop jazz from the days when jazz was king.

Vancouver | Blue Martini Jazz Cafe | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Music

TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival : Joe Jackson

The ever-restless British-born, NYC/Berlin-based singer/songwriter Joe Jackson makes his highly anticipated debut at the Jazz Festival.

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

The Lion in Winter

United Players of Vancouver presents The Lion in Winter by James Goldman

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

TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival: Skillet Lickers

Based in Vancouver, The Skillet Lickers have been serving up a simmering stew of country blues, ragtime and old jazz for over a decade now.

Vancouver | Ouisi Bistro | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival: Marc Ribot's Ceramic Dog

New York City-based jazz guitarist Marc Ribot and his Ceramic Dogs come in fangs bared and snapping.

North Vancouver | BlueShore Financial Centre for the Performing Arts at Capilano University | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Live At the Bolt

Small Stage with Ballet BC

Burnaby | Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, Atrium | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Jen Kirkman

Jen Kirkman in “I Know What I’m Doing & Other Lies I Tell Myself.” Jen Kirkman is back with a new comedy show that’s based on the theme of her new book “I Know What I’m Doing & Other Lies I Tell Myself ”

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:40 pm | Comedy

Vancouver International Jazz Festival: Hiromi

The Trio Project featuring Anthony Jackson With Guest Alicia Hansen

Vancouver | Vogue Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:45 pm | Music

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)

37 plays in 97 minutes. 1,222 characters and 3 actors to rule them all! Alchemy Theatre is proud to present the most heinous act committed against William Shakespeare and English majors everywhere.

New Westminster | The Columbia | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Calendar Girls

The Vagabond Players presents - Calendar Girls. Tim Firth’s funny, sentimental and captivating comedy

New Westminster | The Bernie Legge Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Theatre

Battle of the Brush 29: Best of Vancouver

80 Minute Live Painting Competition: 10 Artists | 5 Teams | 1 Winner - Audience Votes Who Wins!

Vancouver | Heritage Hal | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Visual Arts

Billy Elliot

The Electrifying Musical with Unstoppable Feeling

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Musical

Rock of Ages

The totally rad musical tribute to the ’80s

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Theatre

The Black Seeds

Victoria Ska Fest Society presents The Black Seeds, Los Furios, DJ Dubconscious

Vancouver | The Rickshaw Theatre | 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm | Musical

SplitTRACT with very special guests Opposite Shore, The Lunas and Gravity Pistol

Putting the laughter back into manslaughter, splitTRACT has returned to slay you with a new line-up, massive shredding guitars, bigger drums, and sharp melodic hooks that will gut you like a Saw movie.

Vancouver | The Media Club | 8:45 pm to 11:59 pm | Music

TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival: Bayou Ramblers and Malleus Trio

Upcoming Events Featuring Malleus Trio and Bayou Ramblers

Vancouver | Rosewood Hotel Georgia - 1927 Lounge | 9:00 pm to 1:00 am | Music | Free

Chuck Inglish & Alex Wiley

Alexander Gastown + Hyphy Present: Chuck Inglish (The Cool Kids) & Alex Wiley With DJ Marvel + Jolin Ras

Vancouver | Alexander Gastown | 9:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Dr. Strangelove kicking it at The Starlight Casino

BC’s most well-known and loved 6-piece dance band, DR STRANGELOVE is a Vancouver music and entertainment icon.

New Westminster | The Starlight Casino | 9:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Dance

Hey Stewey

Hailing from the Lower Mainland, Hey Stewey offers a unique and refreshing mix of Classic, Contemporary Rock, and Top 40 Dance Music.

New Westminster | The Starlight Casino, Match Eatery & Public House | 9:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival : The Thing

Potent and uncompromising, The Thing’s high-energy immolation of genre renders free jazz, noise and garage rock into “a seething mass of molten bass saxophone, filthy fuzz bass and machine gun snare” (The Quietus).

Vancouver | The Ironworks | 9:30 pm to 11:30 pm | Music

TheatreSports™

Razor-sharp wit and lightning-fast reflexes, two teams of performers are pitted against each other in competitive improv matches.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:30 pm to 11:00 pm | Comedy

The Suits

The suits will keep you entertained with the greats of R&B, Pop and Jazz. Their sound captivates audiences with an engaging soul experience you don’t want to miss!

Coquitlam | Hard Rock Casino Vancouver | 9:30 pm to 11:15 pm | Music

Throttle #StereotypeFridays - Celebrities

Blueprint & Celebrities Present... #StereotypeFridays with Special Guest WMNstudies & Thomas Maxey

Vancouver | Celebrities Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

First Week of Summer at Bar None

We're kicking off the first week of summer the only way we know how: by bringing some of our favourite people under one roof.

Vancouver | Bar None Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

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 0:15 am | Comedy

TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival: Evan Parker with Torsten Muller / Meredith Bates / Peggy Lee (Late Night)