While there are many ways to enjoy a fun night out with pals, few compare to watching them struggle off-key while trying to perform Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You.”
Indeed, karaoke brings out the musical best and worst in people, but it is always entertaining. In addition, Vancouver has some of the best karaoke hosts and venues, so you’ll be sure to have an amazing time.
Spice things up on your next night out and visit one of the best karaoke bars in Vancouver.
Vancouver Karaoke Bars
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Funky Winker Beans
Besides live metal and punk nights, this pub also has karaoke. The website describes how the spot is, “known as Vancouver’s low-lit, utilitarian dive bar with babes, boys, beer and balls in the Downtown Eastside.”
When:
- Mondays – Metal Mondays Karaoke from 9 pm
- Thursdays – 90’s Night Karaoke from 9 pm
Pub 340
This neighbourhood pub has a welcoming, warm vibe, and is a great place to belt out tunes with your friends. There has been in a pub in that location since 1898.
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays starting at varied times in the evening
Fantacity Karaoke
This location has a multitude of delicious food and drink, and has a private room for your singing pleasure.
When: Daily from 2 pm until 1 am
PressBox Pub
Located in Hastings, close to the PNE, this local favourite is a great place to save on drinks and food before hitting Playland. While it is usually marketed as a sports bar, with a great deal of room and big screen TVs, it is an ideal spot for karaoke lovers.
When: Friday nights starting at varied times in the evening
The Metropole Community Pub
While it turns into a pretty pumping club come the weekend, it is also a great place to have a drink during the week. On Wednesday nights, the popular nighttime haunt converts into a great place to belt out the classics and latest hits. Also, shots are only $3.25 on karaoke nights, if you need a little extra liquid courage.
Tavern at The New Oxford
Numbers
This is a gay-friendly hotspot, and it has live DJs, dancing, fancy cocktails, and yummy food. It also has a karaoke “Funbox Room.”
When: Daily starting later in the evening at varied times
12 Kings Pub
This is a lively establishment that has a great neighbourhood feel. In addition, it has pool tables, darts, and, of course, karaoke!
When: Saturday Nights hosted by DJ Vancouver starting at varied times in the evening
Displace Hashery
This funky spot has surfboards on the wall and offers organic food and craft beer. They do a couple of awesome karaoke nights in Kitsilano every week.
When: Thursdays & Saturdays after 9:30 pm
Savoy Pub
You can get live musical performances here many days a week, and they also have DJs. In addition, its a great place in general to party and drink beer, and this Hastings haunt offers karaoke, too.
When: Sundays & Thursdays starting at varied times in the evening
Yagger’s Kitsilano Restaurant
They encourage you to come and “unleash your inner rawk star,” which sounds hilarious and kind of awesome. Very similar to its sister downtown, this bar has lots of big-screen TVs, creative and juicy burgers, and drinks galore. This one is located on the Broadway strip.
When: Saturdays from 9:30pm until late
Toby’s Pub and Grill
The supreme locale for Commercial Drive karaoke, this gem has been a staple for many years. They have been going strong with their popular karaoke nights for many years.
When: Sunday nights starting at varied times in the evening
The Bourbon
Hosted by Sandy and Silky, they promise over 600,000+ top karaoke tracks including 14000 Spanish and Brazilian songs. Known as one of the hottest karaoke nights in the city, this isn’t a night you want to miss!
When: Thursday nights starting at varied times in the evening
The Park at English Bay
Some tunes and the beach, anyone? This downtown spot is the perfect place to practice your pitch with pals. Also, it is only 75 cents per ounce of wine on karaoke night, which will help you keep costs down and your courage up.
When: Tuesdays from 9 pm – 1 am
Oscar’s Pub
This is hands down one of the best places to go enjoy a neighbourhood pub atmosphere. As one of the friendliest local gems in Burnaby, the karaoke night is always a hit.
When: Sundays from 8 pm – 12 am
Red Card Sports Bar + Eatery
A great pub with delicious food, Redcard has a super long bar that is well-equipped for good times. They also have a very entertaining karaoke night.
When: Tuesday nights starting at varied times in the evening
Looking for another wild way to enjoy a night out? Check out our list of the best burlesque in Vancouver.
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