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This winter, enjoy free ice skating at a new covered outdoor rink at Surrey Civic Plaza from December 1, 2025 to February 16, 2026. Conveniently located beside Surrey Central Skytrain station with underground parking available, enjoy a bright and festive atmosphere with family and friends, and relax with hot beverages and snacks available for purchase
Whistler Pride Festival 2026
New year, new me, as they say, and Whistler is taking that to heart! From January 25 to February 1, 2026, everyone’s favourite mountain destination is hosting a reimagined, refreshed, and revitalized Pride Festival, underscoring Whistler as an inclusive winter destination where community and adventures come together. Whistler Pride Festival isn’t just a celebration –
Join the grand opening of The Grind on Saturday, January 31st starting at 8:00am and kick off your weekend with a high-energy celebration in true Vancouver style. The Grind is throwing a full-on opening party featuring a live DJ, free smoothies, awesome prizes, and fitness-focused activations throughout the day. Expect great vibes, good people, and
Join the 3rd Annual Swan Bridal Show at the stunning Swaneset Bay Resort & Country Club in Pitt Meadows, BC. Nestled amidst the breathtaking Coastal Mountains, Swaneset’s chateau-style Grand Ballroom sets the stage for a day of bridal bliss and inspiration. Meet the Swaneset Wedding Team, their handpicked preferred vendors, and a curated selection of
The guests of 'The Last Resort' were passengers of a cruise ship that sailed into the Bermuda Triangle in 1971 and were never heard from again. You arrive at a destination that wasn’t on the itinerary – ‘The Last Resort’ is lavishly appointed and seems to promise endless tropical luxuries, but you'll quickly come to
Like TED Talks with Beer! Nerd Nite North Vancouver is returning with a new season of mind-blowing talks, awesome trivia and one of the city’s most unique 19+ nights out, where science gets social and curiosity takes the mic. Every Nite features three 15-minute talks from scientists, experts, and curious thinkers who can explain big
Welcome the Year of the Horse with your friends and family beneath glowing lanterns! Entry is free and open to all at this family-friendly event. Step into the long-awaited Lunar New Year Lantern Festival and immerse yourself in a breathtaking sea of glowing lights—each lantern placed with the intention of illuminating hope, joy, and an
Join world-renowned kora masters Zal Sissokho and Senny Camara for a powerful evening that celebrates legacy, resilience, and the timeless beauty of African musical traditions. Strings of Legacy brings together master musicians and storytellers for an immersive journey through kora sounds, ancestral rhythms, and songs of memory and hope. Strings of Legacy Guests can expect
Recalibration Retreat is an an Emotional Realignment Retreat for stress, anxiety and loss. When prolonged stress becomes reality — when energy and meaning misalign — emotional recalibration is not a luxury, it’s a necessity. Recalibration Retreat This retreat provides a supportive, structured environment for emotional recalibration and integration through a carefully curated blend of evidence-informed
Sunwave presents The Matrix Rave, the first-ever Matrix-themed rave in Vancouver. They're bringing the neo-futurian vibes to the techno capital with cult-classic visuals and art installations. Expect some of the best underground selectors in the city at this one-of-a-kind party. The Matrix Rave - Vancouver The Artists Featuring: K.A.S.H as DJ XXL Lord Loubbit B2B
Blanche has just had her first child. Her evenings are spent listening to her baby cry, and her days, watching her breathe, obsessed by the thought of something happening to her. Refusing to be remembered as a case of parental neglect, she has become a mother and a pale version of her former self. When
Step into an unforgettable, in-person experience at Undo Fundo "Play & Win Canada" - The Winners Carnival. Here, refined entertainment meets vibrant celebration. This thoughtfully-curated evening is designed to immerse guests in captivating performances, engaging audience interactions, and moments of anticipation woven seamlessly throughout the night. Undo Fundo "Play & Win Canada" - The Winners
In her unique style of edutainment, Dr. Bondar unravels the tale of her eclectic adventures through life. A biologist and science communicator, she became the unwitting subject of a small-town scandal grounded in malicious misinformation. Adventures in Wild Sex With Dr. Carin Bondar - Biologist with a Twist! Bondar’s story is one of science as
3…2…1… It’s Artemis Space Adventure with LEGO® Bricks, bringing a space-travel themed exhibition to Science World! Inspired by NASA’s groundbreaking Artemis Missions, guests are invited to step into the boots of space explorers by using LEGO® Bricks to imagine their way through the depths of space. ARTEMIS SPACE ADVENTURE WITH LEGO® BRICKS Produced by Flying
Museum of Surrey Presents: Our Connection to Hockey
Hockey is more than just a sport in Canada. It’s part of our culture, our history, and it’s played an important role in bringing people from all walks of life together under one game. The Museum of Surrey’s newest free exhibit is showcasing exactly that, highlighting the integral part hockey has played in Canada’s past
This winter, Stanley’s Bar & Grill is transforming into Stanley’s Winter Lodge – a cozy, mountain-inspired holiday pop-up tucked beneath the trees, where lanterns glow, snowflakes twinkle, and mulled wine meets cabin-warm comfort. Think fireside dining, cozy winter flavours, twinkle-lit lodge vibes and playful touches like DIY s’mores – all without leaving the city. Inside you
North Vancouver's Shipyards Ice Rink is returning for another season! This massive, 12,000-square-foot outdoor rink will officially open on November 28, 2025—marking the first day to lace up and enjoy this free winter activity. RELATED: Robson Square Ice Rink Is Returning This Holiday Season The popular rink, located in Lonsdale’s waterfront district, gives skaters a chance
This winter, strap on some skates and frolic in one of Vancouver’s most beloved ice rinks. Enjoy the downtown vibes as you glide along the ice with your friends, date, or whoever you like skating with. RELATED: Bear Creek Lights 2025 Robson Square Ice Rink 2025 This Robson Square Ice Rink has always been a
Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival 2026
Back for its 16th season, the Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival is inviting everyone to enjoy a hot cup of cocoa all throughout B.C.. Expect only the best chocolatiers, pastry shops, bakeries, cafes, gelato and ice cream makers, who are all bringing their best to the world's original hot chocolate festival! Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate
PuSh International Performing Arts Curating Festival returns to Vancouver from January 22 to February 8, 2026. For two and a half weeks, PuSh Festival invites audiences to discover innovative contemporary works of live performances by local, national and international artists. PuSh Festival 2026 The 2026 PuSh Festival will continue to defy the bounds of discipline,
Murder is a Drag: Killer Birthday A Murder During Dine Out Festival
Vancouver Mysteries is thrilled to launch the fourth chapter in their popular Murder is a Drag series in Gastown during the 2026 Dine Out Festival. Murder is A Drag: Killer Birthday Murder is a Drag: Killer Birthday is a murder mystery set at a surprise birthday party and the fourth (and final?) chapter in the wildly
Roses are red, violets are blue… nothing glows like the rainforest, lit just for you! From January 30 to February 22, 2026, Love Lights returns to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, creating the perfect backdrop for date nights, friend and family outings and solo adventures. Love Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Love and Lights Around
