Your short week is about to become the weekend.
From fireworks to Christmas markets, here are 21 Metro Vancouver events to check out this weekend.
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Metro Vancouver Events This Weekend
Friday, November 16
About: The launch of the fundraising campaign will be celebrated with fireworks and St. Paul’s Hospital’s iconic lighting display. Burrard Street will be illuminated with over 100,000 sparkling light bulbs!
Cost: By donation
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
About: The event explores the Titanic’s human stories, which are told through more 120 authentic artifacts and and extensive room re-creations. Additionally, the exhibition commemorates the centennial of the maiden voyage and of life’s fragility.
Cost: $13.95 – $17.95
Time: 10:00 a.m.
About: Mat Collective has decided to continue their free outdoor yoga classes during the fall season this year.
Cost: Free
Time: Various
About: Guest curator Dion Kaszas of the Nlaka’pamux First Nation traces the deep-rooted traditions of Indigenous tattooing, piercing and personal adornment.
Cost: Free – $26
Time: 10:00 a.m.
About: This event showcases a wide range of handmade and commercial goods for all your holiday shopping needs.
Cost: $9
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
About: 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.
Cost: $9 – $19
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
About: This art exhibit will “challenge us to explore the social impacts of emerging bio-technology and our ethical limits”.
Cost: $11 – $35
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
About: Bacio Rosso is an intimate, fully immersive evening of cirque, comedy and cuisine. It’ll be in Vancouver for a string of shows at Queen Elizabeth Park starting Thursday, November 1st, 2018.
Cost: Starting at $109
Time: 6:00 p.m. / 7:00 p.m.
About: Set in a small town in British Columbia, The Enemy is a contemporary interpretation of Henrik Ibsen’s An Enemy of the People. Dr. Stockman, played by Jenn Griffin, becomes a pariah when her discovery of pollution in the local Healthy Springs Spa and Water Park threatens the town’s tourism industry and economic well-being.
Cost: Various
Time: Various
About: San Francisco rapper Andre Nickatina performs at the Harbour Event Centre.
Cost: $40
Time: 10:00 p.m.
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Saturday, November 17
About: You’ll come across cultural booths, ethnic food vendors, a market place, dance performances, kids activities and more.
Cost: Free
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
About: This tour is perfect for those who crave a deeper look into the history of Gastown and anyone that has a thirst for the supernatural.
Cost: $20
Time: 7:30 p.m.
About: Come out to New Westminster for a spine-tingling journey through history and the paranormal.
Cost: $20
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Highstreet Holiday Show & Tree Lighting
About: This event will include the lighting of a magical 65 ft. Christmas tree and an exciting visit from Santa Claus!
Cost: Free
Time: 5:00 p.m.
About: There will be free holiday fun including crafts, games, story-time, face-painting, balloon twisting, music, prizes and more!
Cost: Free
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
About: Started in Tokyo in 2003 by Klein Dytham Architecture firm, PechaKucha Night began as a fun and unique night of local culture and entertainment.
Cost: $10
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
About: Themed DJ parties will fill your night with music from the 80s, 90s, 2000s and even a neon party to look forward to!
Cost: $20 – $35
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival
About: This event celebrates the beauty and biodiversity of the Fraser River Valley by honouring the majestic Bald Eagle and the Cycle of the Salmon.
Cost: Free
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
About: The evening features Company B Jazz Band, one of Vancouver’s best Swing jazz bands with a harmonizing female vocal trio in vintage style, ala the Andrew Sisters!
Cost: $15 – $25
Time: 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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Sunday, November 18
Tri-Cities Collective Christmas Market
About: Sip, shop and support local this holiday season!
Cost: $3 – $10
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
About: Kevin will perform songs from his new solo record AWOL and feature hits from years past. Joining Kevin will be Canadian gospel pop sensation Jordan St. Cyr.
Cost: $30
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:45 p.m.
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Upcoming Events
November 23 | Vancouver Italian Christmas Market
Once you arrive, visitors will experience one of the world’s most unique cultures. There will be a variety of vendors selling Italian products, local food and crafts.
November 23 | Peak Of Christmas
Feel the enchantment and radiance of twinkling lights, the calm echo of the snow, the warmth of Santa’s smile as he greets you in his workshop and the joy of witnessing real reindeer.
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