It’s scorching outside and summer vibes are in the air!
From adult-only evenings to outdoor markets, here are 24 Metro Vancouver events you have to check out this week.
Metro Vancouver Events
Monday, June 18
Yoga | Free Outdoor Yoga At Kits Beach + Riley Park
The classes will be held on the North side of the beach, at the corner of Maple Street and Ogden Ave. The location is different than past years, and offers a better view of the ocean and downtown Vancouver.
The daily free yoga classes are organized by Mat Collective. Not to mention, they will feature 1-3 classes each day with a variety of different levels.
Art | Body Language
The Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art, celebrating its 10th anniversary, presents the premiere exhibition, BODY LANGUAGE: Reawakening Cultural Tattooing of the Northwest, on display June 8th, 2018 – January 13th, 2019.
Guest curator Dion Kaszas of the Nlaka’pamux First Nation traces the deep-rooted traditions of Indigenous tattooing, piercing and personal adornment.
Photography | Mattie Gunterman
Presenting the paintings of Emily Carr with forty-eight photographs by US-born photographer Mattie Gunterman, this exhibition draws on the Gallery’s deep holdings of Carr’s work to reflect her engagement and affection for BC’s landscape.
Art | Definitely Dali Exhibition
Opened in 2005, Chali Rosso Art Gallery focuses mainly on works from Picasso, Monet, Matisse, Degas, and more.
The Gallery is holding a free Salvador Dali exhibition starting this May up until September. As part of the Definitely Dali Project, two iconic Dali sculptures will be arriving at the Chali-Rosso Art Gallery this summer: Woman Aflame and Surrealist Piano.
Exhibit | Haida Now
Guest curated by Haida Curator Kwiaahwah Jones in collaboration with Viviane Gosselin, Co-curator and Director of Collections & Exhibitions at MOV, this exhibition features an unparalleled collection of Haida art boasting more than 450 works created as early as 1890.
Culture | Culture at the Centre
The Museum of Anthropology (MOA) at UBC presents a groundbreaking collaboration between six First Nations Communities with the illuminating new exhibition Culture at the Centre, on display from Sunday, March 18th – Monday, October 8th, 2018.
Co-curated by Jill Baird and Pam Brown, the collective effort offers insight into the important work Indigenous-run cultural centres and museums in BC are doing to support their language, culture, and history.
Art | Shigeru Ban
Offsite: Shigeru Ban is a new exhibition at Vancouver Art Gallery’s Offsite location (1100 West Georgia Street) featuring the full-scale version of renowned Japanese architect Shigeru Ban’s Kobe Paper Log House, on view May 11 to October 8th.
Arts | Queer Arts Festival
Queer Arts Festival (QAF) marks its landmark tenth anniversary with the multi-disciplinary summer celebration DECADEnce, running June 16th to 28th, 2018 at Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre.
The annual festival, which also commemorates Pride in Art’s 20th year as an artist-led organization, features a boundary-pushing, dialogue-igniting array of creators that amplify artistic risk-taking and incite creative collaboration and experimentation.
Tuesday, June 19
Golf | Tuesday Night Golf Clinics
These “Practice with a Purpose Golf Clinics” provides you with professional instruction tailored to your specific swing flaws and gives you something to work on during future visits to the range.
The cost for this clinic is $22.00 tax included. Each clinic is limited to 8 students and includes close to 90 minutes of range time, professional instruction and range balls.
Q&A | Bob Joseph
What is Reconciliation, and what can we do as individuals to achieve that goal?
Learn this and more by joining Indigenous relations trainer and author Bob Joseph for an insightful presentation and Q&A on his best selling book 21 Things You May Not Know About The Indian Act.
Workshop | Natural Sun Protection Skincare
Customize your sun protection – worry free!
Look after skin and hair naturally by making your own beach and poolside essentials: make and take home a tropical sun lotion, aloe after sun spray, chamomile leave in hair treatment and an SPF lip balm.
Wednesday, June 20
Baseball | Vancouver Canadians Home Opener
Starting Wednesday, June 20th at 7:05 p.m. your Boys of Summer are back at historic Scotiabank Field as the Vancouver Canadians, the reigning Northwest League Champions, are back at The Nat with a three-game series vs. Everett (June 20th – 22th).
Not to mention, following the game presented by Whistler Brewing, a fireworks extravaganza will light up the sky above signalling the start of yet another summer at ‘The Nat’.
Movies | Cineplex Family Favourites
Cineplex family favourites are back this summer, with an array of heartwarming classics on the viewing screen. Movies will be screened every Wednesday and Saturday in July, August, and September at 11AM.
The best part? Films will be the mere price of $2.99, and a portion of the proceeds go towards supporting WE Charity.
Comedy | Reborning
Art and life become disturbingly interchangeable when a sculptor of baby dolls meets a woman desperate to recreate the past. This dark comedy takes an unsettling look at work, latex, and the power of creation.
Tickets start at $15.
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Thursday, June 21
Blockchain | Dogecon 2018
DOGECON, Vancouver 2018, is a weekend celebration of the social layer of crypto culture, embracing memes and tweetstorms as the current pinnacle of human art and attention. Using the Year of the Doge as a launchpad, we’ll engage in a range of participatory experiences from carefree and whimsical Partying to deep dialectical dialogues.
Friday, June 22
Kayaking | Deep Cove Friday Night Lights
Close your eyes for a second, and imagine the rippling surface of water paired with the illuminated sky. There’s arguably nothing more tranquil or picturesque.
And you can experience this firsthand! Deep Cove Friday Night Lights offers visitors the real thing. It’s a kayaking experience led by a guided tour, starting at dusk and lasting 2.5 hours.
Night market | Shipyards Night Market
Visitors will find fresh food, locally made products, musicians, art and entertainment every Friday night. The festivities in the Square kick off at 5:00 p.m. on Friday nights. In addition, there is live music until 10:00 p.m. on the Shipbuilders’ Stage, showcasing talent from all over BC.
Amusement park | Playland
Playland is here! Get prepared for a summer of fun by purchasing a One-Day admission or Season Pass online or at retailers. If you buy online, you’ll save up to $5 compared to purchasing at the gate. Please note that some of the top attractions are currently not in service.
Admission to Playland gives you unlimited access to over 35 rides and attractions, including three of the newest rides!
Outdoor Shopping | Richmond Night Market
The wildly popular market always features incredible, mouthwatering cuisine, as well as live performances on their 50 foot stage.
People visit from all over the country for this unique market, similar to the nightlife and delicacies found in Asia.
There’ll be over 100 food stalls, and 200 retail vendors. Sink your tastebuds into the classic tornado potatoes, and try your hand at mango desserts, squid, bubble waffles, dragon’s beard candy, and so many more! Here’s a guide to the must-try food this summer.
Culture | Scandinavian Midsummer Festival
Burnaby is holding a Scandinavian Midsummer Festival this June 22nd to 24th. This year will mark the 23rd Midsummer Festival, filled with music, entertainment, and festivities.
The raising of the Midsummer Pole (including the dance around the pole) takes place on the Saturday. On Sunday, the Finnish wife carrying contest occurs, a race where you’re eligible to win your wife’s weight in beer.
Basketball | Team Canada
Team Canada will be facing off against China in the Pacific Rim Basketball Classic!
Canada’s roster will feature some of the country’s biggest and brightest stars, including players playing professionally in the NBA, NBA G League and several of the top professional leagues overseas.
Art | Port Moody Art Walk
The Port Moody Art Walk is making a comeback!
Kick-start your summer with a self-directed tour of artist studios and galleries within walking distance of Port Moody’s Gallery Row. Each venue will feature exhibitions, artist displays, live performances, and refreshments in celebration of the vibrant artistic culture in Port Moody.
19+ | Playland Adult-Only Nights
This summer, Playland is bringing back their popular adults-only nights.
Every Friday from June 22nd to July 27th, Playland is going to be hosting six evenings that will be 19+ amusement, complete with food, drinks, midway games, and of course, the thrilling rides. More than 30 rides will be open, including The Beast and the Hellevator.
Boating | Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival
The Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival returns this week on Friday, June 22nd, 2018. Being North America’s biggest, best, and most competitive racing festival, an estimated 100,000 festival-goers are expected throughout the festival. Admission is free.
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