Metro Vancouver events on February 21, 2018 - Chinese New Year Festival & Celebrations

Free Ice Skating at Robson Square

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun

Vancouver | Robson Square | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Active Life / Health | Free

Contemporary Art Bus Tour

Experience the burgeoning arts scene in North Vancouver! Enrich your understanding of what artists are making today with a fun and insightful guided bus tour

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 9:00 am to 3:00 pm | Visual Arts

Exhibitions at Place des Arts

Colour: A Personal Response, acrylics and fibre art by Lesley Turner and Sarah McLaren; Lyrical Expressions, acrylics by Jane Appleby; Balance, fibre arts

Coquitlam | Place des Arts | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition

Young People’s Concerts. Shayna Jones: Folk and Wisdom Tales from Around The World

Shayna Jones, professional Storyteller and performance artist, has one vision: to create a space where listeners slow down, unplug, and listen deep to the wisdom of folktales

Burnaby | Michael J Fox Theatre | 9:30 am to 12:00 am | Performing Arts

Transference - exhibition

Transference incorporates the works of five artists - Aimée Henny Brown, Saskia Jetten, Ross Kelly, Colin Lyons and Kathleen Ritter

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre | 10:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Bottoms Up: The Cultures of Drink in the Royal City

A look at New Westminster’s saloons, breweries, distilleries, afternoon teas, soda fountains and other drinking habits, places and stories

New Westminster | Anvil Centre | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Lunar New Year Tea Set

In honour of the year of the dog, celebrate the new year with a special Lunar New Year Tea Set served on a traditional afternoon tea three tier cake stand with delightful sweets and canapés infused with TWG Teas for health & prosperity to be enjoyed with

Vancouver | TWG Tea Salon & Boutique | 10:00 am to 7:00 pm | Family

Molly Lamb Bobak: Talk of the Town & Julie McIntyre: Travel Stories

Join us for the opening reception of Molly Lamb Bobak: Talk of the Town & Julie McIntyre: Travel Stories at the Burnaby Art Gallery

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition

Exhibition: Displaced

Displaced considers the transforming relationships to space and identity at the hand of forced loss of land, culture and community

Vancouver | Gallery 1515 | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Gentle Yoga

Start your day with this gentle yoga practice; relieve tension held in hips, spine and shoulders to deeply relax your body

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 10:15 am to 11:30 am | Active Life / Health

Exhibit Beta Vulgaris

Exhibit by Kelty Miyoshi McKinnon with Keri Latimer

Burnaby | Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre | 11:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Guided Tour at Lulu Island Winery

Celebrate Chinese New Year at Lulu Island Winery! During Feb 15 to Feb 25, 2018, Lulu Island Winery is offering VIP guided tours around their beautiful Tuscan-inspired estate winery from 11 am to 2 pm daily

Richmond | Lulu Island Winery | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Food / Wine

2018 Talking Stick Festival

Proudly located on the traditional, un-ceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples, Full Circle: First Nations Performance presents the 17th Annual Talking Stick Festival

Vancouver | Various locations | 11:00 am to 9:30 pm | Festival

Memory - History - Story Exhibition

This year’s teaching exhibition is a celebration of the first people of our country. Memory - History - Story is an exploration of our indigenous artists, their perspectives and voices, through the lens of Indigenous principles of learning.

North Vancouver | Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Better Balance Workout for Seniors

This is a gentle class for all levels, focused on balance and mobility for fitness and for preventing falls

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 12:00 am to 12:45 am | Active Life / Health

Good Heart Good Mind Youth Conference

This year we will be trekking out to the Loon Lake Lodge in Maple Ridge so pack warm people! We acknowledge that this conference takes place within the ancestral, traditional and unceded territories of the Katzie & Kwantlen people

Maple Ridge | The Loon Lake Lodge | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Lecture

CAG Exhibition: Brent Wadden: Two Scores

Two Scores is a solo exhibition of ambitious new work by Vancouver-based artist Brent Wadden, his first in a public institution.

Vancouver | Contemporary Art Gallery | 12:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

$1,000,000 Year of the Dog Giveaway

Play at Parq Vancouver and earn ballots by playing slots and table games into the $1,000,000 Year of the Dog Giveaway.

Vancouver | Parq Vancouver | 12:00 am to 10:00 pm | Festival

Map of the Land, Map of the Stars

Map of the Land Map of the Stars tells the story of how the spirits used to know the map of the stars. but have since lost their way

Vancouver | Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre | 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm | Performing Arts

Fun Home by Lisa Kron

The coming-of-age musical. Based on the graphic novel by Alison Bechdel

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm | Musical

Jitters

Backstage nerves hit a Hilarious high note. Four actors, a director, a playwright, and one grand dream of Broadway-bound success.

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm | Theatre

BC Home + Garden Show

Get ready to refresh your space! The BC Home + Garden Show returns to BC Place

Vancouver | BC Place | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Exhibition

BeYOUtiful Bridal Wedding Show in Surrey BC

Visit with 25+ Wedding/ Party Vendors Instant Door Prizes to be Won!

Surrey | Guildford Golf & Country Club | 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Market

Chinese New Year of Dog 2018 Arts Festival

This Chinese New Year Arts Festival will be hosted at International Arts Gallery during the signature event of Celebrating Chinese New Year of Dog 2018 at International Village Mall

Vancouver | International Village Mall | 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Festival | Free

Winter Olympics Viewing

Second Floor Eatery + Bar will have extensive Winter Olympics coverage with multiple station feeds everyday. Food and Drink Specials Daily

Vancouver | Second Floor Eatery + Bar | 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Food / Wine

Tall Tales, Long Lenses and Conservation - Vancouver by Raincoast Conservation Foundation

Join renowned wildlife photographer John E. Marriott, along with Earthworks and the Raincoast Conservation Foundation for an evening of inspiring stories about BC’s wildlife and its conservation

North Vancouver | Blueshore Theatre | 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Charity / Fundraising | Free

Hopcott Cooking Class. New Orleans Food: Mardi Gras Style

New Orleans Food, Mardi Gras Style! We'll take you through Chef Dez' versions of his favourite Mardi Gras dishes. Find out what a true gumbo is with Hop 'n Shrimp Gumbo to start off this celebration

Pitt Meadows | Hopcott Premium Meats | 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Cooking

Terri-Lynn Williams-Davidson: Out of Concealment

Free presentation through art & music of the ancient feminine in Haida oral traditions with Terri-Lynn Williams-Davidson

Vancouver | Banyen Books & Sound | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Books | Free

Compagnia Baccalà: Pss Pss

Inspired by Chaplin and Keaton, Compagnia Baccalà’s enthralling physicality and exquisite expression has been delighting audiences the world over. A breathtaking pas de deux of mishaps and acrobatics, you’ll be laughing long after you leave the theatre

Vancouver | York Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:10 pm | Family

VMO Patron Appreciation Reception 2018 by Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra

We would like to share our gratitude with all our patrons, friends, families and most important - You!

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Charity / Fundraising

Seven Tyrants Theatre proudly presents: A Steady Rain by Keith Huff

Seven Tyrants Theatre, Vancouver's Jessie Award-nominated independent theatre company, celebrates their 10th Season with the Vancouver premiere of A Steady Rain by Keith Huff

Vancouver | The Penthouse Studio Theatre | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

Crazy For You, the New Gershwin Musical

The NWSS Musical Theatre Program, School’s Out Productions, is pleased to present The New Gershwin Musical: Crazy For You! This romantic comedy tells the story of dreamer Bobby Child, a New York City banker who longs to perform on the stage

New Westminster | Massey Theatre | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Musical

Snake Handling and Serpent Movement

Ever wanted to handle a large reptile? Have a snuggle with a snake? Or learn how to move for stage with a serpent? The Circus SideShow Reptiles invite you for and afternoon of slithering education.

Vancouver | 2036 E 1st Ave | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Nature / Animals

Money Matters Finance Series

Is 2018 the year you take control of your finances? Join us for Money Matters to find out how!

Whistler | Whistler Public Library | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm | Business / Finance

Map of the Land, Map of the Stars by Gwaandak Theatre

Map of the Land Map of the Stars tells the story of how the spirits used to know the map of the stars. but have since lost their way

Vancouver | Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre | 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Performing Arts

North Shore International Winter Film Series

The North Shore International Film Series is presented by the North Vancouver Community Arts Council in cooperation with the Toronto International Film Festival

North Vancouver | Cineplex Odeon Park & Tilford Cinemas | 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Film

Onegin

The hit musical as immersive as love itself! When Evgeni Onegin visits the Larin family estate, his romantic charms stir passions long forgotten by its residents, including the Larin sisters. This hit musical sold out its premiere run!

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

Music Gives Hope

٢۵ هنرمند ایرانی و غیرایرانی ساکن ونکوور کنار هم ایستاده‌اند برای کمک به هموطنان زلزله‌زده‌مان. هموطنانی که هنوز برای تأمین امکانات اولیهٔ زندگی نیازمند کمک و حمایت ما هستند. این هنرمندان هر چه دارند برای کمک به برادران و خواهرانمان در سبد اخلاص گذاشته‌ان

North Vancouver | Centennial Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

Jitters By David French

Backstage nerves hit a Hilarious high note. Four actors, a director, a playwright, and one grand dream of Broadway-bound success.

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

Fun Home

The coming-of-age musical. Based on the graphic novel by Alison Bechdel

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Musical

Fool for Love by Sam Shepard

In a seedy motel on the edge of the Mojave desert, two transient lovers unearth secrets of their disturbing past. Reality and dreams collide in this explosive masterpiece, as Eddie and May fight for a love that they can’t live with, or without

Vancouver | The Shop Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

Dashboard Confessional

Dashboard Confessional has announced details of their long awaited new album, Crooked Shadows, to be released February 9th on Dine Alone Records

Vancouver | Commodore Ballroom | 8:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Music

From Where We Stand: a shared evening of dance

A compelling evening of extremes in performance styles as Tara Cheyenne Friedenberg and Chick Snipper come together to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of Tara Cheyenne Performance

Vancouver | Firehall Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Performing Arts

Open Hearts Theatre: Teachers

An original Canadian stage play about the mysteries of high school - from the unique perspective of the staff room

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

Salt Water Moon By David French

By the light of a moon-filled night in 1926 Newfoundland, two lovers contemplate their future. A bold, lyrical interpretation of a classic Canadian play

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

Mary Timony Plays Helium With Allison Crutchfield

American indie rock musician, on tour performing the songs of Helium

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

Improv Against Humanity: Cupid's Revenge at Rio Theatre!

Looking for love in a Horrible place? Join The Fictionals for Improv Against Humanity: Cupid's Revenge at The Rio Theatre!

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Comedy

Down in the Uncanny Valley

Could you love a robot? In the near-future to keep up with the artificial intelligence arms race and survive a changing planet, many people are opting to have their minds “uploaded” into android bodies

Vancouver | Studio 16 | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Performing Arts

An Almost Holy Picture by Heather McDonald

Samuel Gentle has heard God’s voice three times in his life, but he has yet to find understanding or peace. Still, he cannot seem to leave behind this quiet, yet persistent, quest for solace and meaning as he seeks to reconcile tragedy with faith in the d

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

Broken Tailbone by Nightswimming

Celebrated writer and performer Carmen Aguirre leads a Latin American dance lesson that flows into Carmen’s remarkable stories of intimacy, politics, culture, and the forgotten origins of the salsa

Vancouver | The Cultch | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Dance

Metamorphosis Butoh

This dance stems from the simple premise that transformation is essential to the continuum of life and personal growth. created with strong visuals and the use of colorful imagery that is a trademark of pataSola dance

Burnaby | Shadbolt Centre for the Arts | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

RUTS debuts The Devil Room

Reuptrippyshit Debuts The Devil Room At Celebrities Nightclub

Vancouver | Celebrities Nightclub | 11:00 pm to 3:00 am | Dance