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This weekend's hottest events

We're  loving this weekend's upcoming events. So many opportunities to see a unique side of Vancouver. We've got the chance to peruse through a musical forest, explore ...

Local 3D artists eagerly await SIGGRAPH, the world's largest animation conference

The SIGGRAPH trade show in Vancouver is considered by many to be an essential pilgrimage for anyone with even a passing interest in 3D technology and animation. It offers a glimpse into the minds...

Get soaked in a flash mob, dance at the festivals and witness a solar powered tricycle

If you weren't in Vancouver last weekend, you missed out. The Summer Live festival at Stanley Park was a huge success with great performances. Here's my personal favourite Dan Mangan singing his...

The cleverest party invite this summer is "Party This Weekend"

Remember those epic parties that no one forgets? Be a part of one this summer.

Indian Summer Fest, MEC Paddlefest, Van's 125th Birthday, and more events

Vancouver's birthday is coming up, and their birthday party looks amazing (See Dan Mangan for free). Be sure to check out the three day event in Stanley Park as well as the other festivals going on....

Vancouver's top Canada Day Weekend events

Another great week of summer events, and this week we have an extra day to take it all in. Yes! And if you missed the Mini Maker Faire, the do-it-yourself event where talented "makers" showed off...

Haida manga artist Michael Nicoll Yhagulanaas

Even before I knew who he was, Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas stood out in a crowd.

Draw by Night gathers locals for a creative night out

After sundown in the Vancouver Film School Cafe, dozens of local youth sit hunched over long tables, their hands busily drawing on a long roll of white paper. Their sketches depict bizarre scenes of...

The Cheaper Show celebrates 10 years of offering art for affordable prices

This Saturday, June 25, numerous art lovers are getting ready once again for the 10th installment of The Cheaper Show in Mount Pleasant.

Check out this weekend's top summer Vancouver events (June 23-26)

Summer is officially here and so are all the great outdoor events! All our old favourite events are back (Jazz festival, Greek Day, Piknic Électronik, Chinatown Night Market) in addition to some...