Metro Vancouver events on August 27, 2016

August 27, 2016

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Artizia Warehouse Sale 2016

The annual event consistently draws huge crowds of shoppers eager for major markdowns on their favourite brands from the Vancouver-based women's retailer.

Vancouver | Vancouver Convention Centre (East Building) | 8:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Americas Masters Games 2016

We invite the world to the Americas Masters Games for an inclusive 9 days of celebration in the summer of 2016.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza, West Building | 8:00 am to 10:00 pm | Sports

Vancouver, BC OTOM Wrap Party!

Who’s ready for an OTOM Wrap Party?! It Works! One Team One Mission Wrap Parties are the perfect way to introduce your friends to the business and connect with other teams in your area.

Richmond | Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel | 8:30 am to 5:30 pm | Business / Finance

Burnaby Artisan Farmers' Market

We have great farmers, both conventional and Organic with a great selection of prepared food vendors and local crafters.

Burnaby | Burnaby City Hall | 9:00 am to 2:00 pm | Market

City Park Stewards: Greenwood Park

Want to get out into our parks and get your hands dirty while making a difference? Then come join in the fun with the City Park Stewards!

North Vancouver | Greenwood Park | 9:00 am to 12:00 am | Nature / Animals

Farmers’ Market: Trout Lake

Popular among chefs, home cooks, and local gastronomes, farmers’ markets have become an integral part of Vancouver’s food landscape.

Vancouver | Trout Lake | 9:00 am to 2:00 pm | Market

The Dharma Drum Vancouver Center Parent-Children Summer Meditation Camp 2016

This camp for parents and their kids was designed to blend meditation with interesting and relaxing activities allowing all participants to experience Chan in daily life and nurture their wisdom.

Richmond | Dharma Drum Mountain Buddhist Temple | 9:00 am to 7:00 pm | Active Life / Health | Free

Lonsdale Artisan Farmers' Market: North Vancouver

We have been lucky in having some of the best organic and conventional farmers in B.C. attend the market plus great bakers, jam makers, honey gathers, and salsa makers.

North Vancouver | The East Plaza of Lonsdale Quay | 10:00 am to 3:00 pm | Market

Rick Leong: The Transformation of Things

Rick Leong: The Transformation of Things with Winifred Lee, Li Desheng, Ping-Kwong Wong

Richmond | Richmond Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Farm Gate Sale

Join us at Loutet Farm every Saturday to support our social enterprise, pick up your farm-fresh produce from our neighbourhood farmers, and meet your neighbours!

North Vancouver | Loutet Farm | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Market

#EatRich Food Truck Festival

Come out to the Eat Rich Food Truck Festival and enjoy some delicious food, live entertainment and children's activities for you and your family!

Richmond | South Arm United Church | 11:00 am to 7:00 pm | Festival

Last Door and Westminster House Sports Day

Alumni, Parents Group, Partners Group, Clients of Last Door and Westminster House are going to compete for the 2016 championship games!

New Westminster | Moody Park | 11:00 am to 5:00 pm | Sports

Newton Days: Troubadour Saturdays

Join the Newton BIA for music, games, and fun

Surrey | Espresso Cafe | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Active Life / Health | Free

UFC Returns To Vancouver

UFC® announced today it will stage its second Canadian event of the year at Rogers Arena in Vancouver on Saturday, August 27.

Vancouver | Rogers Arena | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Sports

Steveston Beer Fest

This event is intended to entice those that are new to craft beer as well as the experience palate.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery | 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm | Food / Wine

Bard on the Beach: Romeo and Juliet

A classic staging of the world's greatest romantic tragedy, with its story of young star-crossed lovers who inspire us as they break our hearts.

Vancouver | BMO Mainstage, Bard on the Beach, Vanier Park | 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Theatre

The Book of Mormon - The best musical of the century

Broadway's smash hit The Book of Mormon comes back to Vancouver after sold out shows in 2015.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Musical

American Idiot

Fighting Chance Productions presents American Idiot

Vancouver | Waterfront Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Theatre

Bard on the Beach: Pericles

This fast-paced, thrilling tale, set in an ancient mythical world, follows a prince's arduous quest to find love and the meaning of life.

Vancouver | Howard Family Stage in the Douglas Campbell Theatre, Vanier Park | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Theatre

Rockin' Night Market

New Westminster's Night Market!

New Westminster | Royal City Cheer & Tumbling | 5:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Market

2016 Wall Of Stars Awards Night

Once again, Everiathing Network and our major event partner,NoodleHead Productions PR, bring you the second annual Everiathing Wall Of Stars Awards Night this coming August 27th at The RIo Theatre!

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Film

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

Riff Raff

Riff Raff The Peach Panther Tour with Dollabillgates and Trill Sammy & Dice Soho at Venue

Vancouver | Venue Nightclub | 7:00 pm to 0:00 am | Music

Free Summer Concert Series: Cease and Desist

The City’s FREE Summer Sessions is back for another year with concerts every Saturday night in July and August at The Shipyards.

North Vancouver | The Shipyards Square | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music | Free

Summer Latin Cruises

Summer Latin Cruises With the Best Selection of Latin and Salsa Top 40!

Vancouver | M.V. Queen of Diamonds | 7:00 pm to 11:00 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

Bard on the Beach: Romeo and Juliet

A classic staging of the world's greatest romantic tragedy, with its story of young star-crossed lovers who inspire us as they break our hearts.

Vancouver | BMO Mainstage, Bard on the Beach, Vanier Park | 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm | Theatre

Bard on the Beach: Pericles

This fast-paced, thrilling tale, set in an ancient mythical world, follows a prince's arduous quest to find love and the meaning of life.

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

The Big Picture - An Improvised Movie

Experience all your favourite movies in one hilarious mashup this summer as we pay tribute to the mega movie

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

Parquet Courts With Naomi Punk

New York​-​based indie rock band​,​ on tour to support their release​ “Human Performance”.

Vancouver | The Vogue Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Music

The Book of Mormon

Broadway's smash hit The Book of Mormon comes back to Vancouver after sold out shows in 2015.

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

American Idiot

Fighting Chance Productions presents American Idiot

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

Summer Night Concert: Foreigner

FOREIGNER is universally hailed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world with a formidable musical arsenal that continues to propel sold-out tours and album sales, now exceeding 75 million.

Vancouver | PNE Amphitheatre | 8:30 pm to 10:45 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

Hideoutt

HIDEOUT music crew hits the Celebrities Underground Saturday, August 27th for a night of rumbling house & techno selections

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

Henry Fong

Florida bred electro all-star Henry Fong returns to Celebrities Nightclub for a special edition of Celebs Playhouse

Vancouver | Celebrities 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