Featured Events in Vancouver in May, 2025 (July Updated)

NOTE: ALL EVENT FEES WILL BE DONATED TO THE GREATER VANCOUVER FOOD BANK About the Event: This seminar, part of our Business Succession series, will provide critical insights for business owners considering selling to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). If your business generates $5M-$50M or more in revenue and you are contemplating a sale, this event is essential for you. What you will learn: How selling your business to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) can protect your people and legacy How you can keep your business local and Canadian How EOTs can save millions of dollars in taxes How you can receive the full value of your business This Event is for business owners and is confidential. No disclosure of your intent to sell is required. SPEAKERS: David Ford, FEA, CEPA Business and M&A Lawyer, Clark Wilson LLP With over 20 years of experience and dozens and dozens of transactions behind him, David has the experience and knowledge to protect your interests through the process of buying or selling your business. See David's profile at David Ford, FEA, CEPA St.John McCloskey, LL.M. Tax and Administrative Lawyer, Clark Wilson LLP A Master of Laws in Taxation, St. John specializes in complex tax issues, helping clients navigate and plan for future tax challenges. See St.John's profile at St.John McCloskey Tiara Letourneau CEO & Co-Founder, Rewrite Capital Advisors Tiara is a leading expert in employee ownership trusts, having played a key role in shaping Canada’s EOT legislation. She helps business owners build lasting legacies through employee ownership. Rachel Simister, CFA Managing Director, Corporate Finance, BMO Bank of Montreal With over a decade of experience in finance, Rachel brings deep market insight to guide clients through complex structuring and growth strategies. David Badalucco Tax Partner, Doane Grant Thornton LLP With 20+ years of experience, David specializes in tax planning for family enterprises, covering personal, corporate, succession, and estate planning needs. Information Source: Clark Wilson LLP | eventbrite

WrestleCore presents Destory Wrestling! Friday, May 30th, 2025 with live music from WAIT//LESS The Rickshaw Theatre 19+ Doors: 8:00pm Bell Time: 9:00pm High-flying, hardcore wrestling action from the most exciting fighters from around the world will be putting their bodies on the line (and on You if you’re brave enough to sit on the front row)! Special live musical guests, WAIT//LESS playing a soundtrack for destruction while the bodies fly! You’ve never seen a show like this before. Tickets on sale now! Ticket Info General Admission: $34 + s/c Ringside Reserved: $39 + s/c Front Row Reserved: $49 + s/c Produced by BlackMoon Media Hosted by Fight Kobra Kai AV and Video by Mr Sunshine Sponsored by Phillips Brewing www.WrestleCore.ca for more info. Refund Policy No refunds, unless event is cancelled. No exchanges. For full listings visit www.rickshawtheatre.com Information Source: Rickshaw Theatre | eventbrite

UNLEASH & AWAKEN: A Soul-Rewriting, Life-Rebirthing Retreat One Powerful Day. One Aligned Decision. A Completely Transformed You. What if one day could change your entire life? Not a getaway. Not a workshop. Not just another event. This is a ceremony for your soul — a sacred container where you will crack open, awaken parts of you that have been buried, and rise into your next chapter as the powerful person you were born to be. Set in a stunning waterfront mansion with ocean views, sauna, hot tub, healing spaces, and sacred energy all around, UNLEASH & AWAKEN is more than a retreat — it’s a rebirth. What to Expect • Breathwork to release stored emotion and reconnect to your truth • Somatic embodiment and energy practices to unlock your power • Heart-opening rituals, soul-shaking reflections, and guided inner work • Deep connection with other high-vibe humans on a growth path • Time to laugh, cry, dance, release — and remember who you are • A soul ceremony you didn’t know you needed… until now This day is for you if: • You’ve been feeling stuck, lost, disconnected, or like something in you is ready to rise • You’re craving soul-deep family — not small talk, but truth, presence, and realness • You know there’s a more powerful, embodied, magnetic version of you waiting to be unleashed • You want to do the inner work — but also feel lit up, energized, and fully ALIVE • You’re ready to rewrite your story and claim the next level of your life You’ll leave with: • A powerful emotional release that frees your body, heart, and nervous system • Reconnection to your purpose, your truth, and your deepest desires • A new level of self-love, self-expression, and unshakable confidence • A room full of chosen family who truly see and celebrate you • Clear vision for your next chapter — and the energy to go after it • A new standard for how you want to feel, love, and live moving forward This is a life-changing day. We’ll go deep. We’ll get real. And we’ll rise — together. You’ll walk out of this retreat more grounded, more open, more powerful, and more you than you’ve ever been. This isn’t surface-level self-care. This is soul activation. This is coming home. It will change everything. Will you say yes? Information Source: YVR Entrepreneurs Club | eventbrite

Sophisticated Simplicity Our events offer a fresh alternative to speed dating and matchmaking. We don't find anything romantic about whistles, name-tags or over-the-top party trimmings typically found at singles events so we have done away with them. Creating an atmosphere that is at once casual and comfortable. It's what we call cheeky-chic! Meet a partner to attend concerts, music festivals, bar crawls or fitness classes. Someone who shares your passions and interests - from sports to yoga - all in a setting just your speed. - Our personable hosts will assist you with your MyCheekyDate 'Date-Mate' Scorecard. Flirty and fun, your Scorecard is just the beginning. Chat up our Hosts for tips or simply to ask, which direction the bar is in! After being shown to your table, the ladies will remain seated for the duration of the event. The gents move from lovely lady to lovely lady every six to seven minutes. Simply jot down your potential 'Date-Mates' at the bottom of your Scorecard and we'll take care of the rest. For those who garner matches, you will be notified via e-mail within 24 hours of the event ending of your 'Date-Mate' results. Alas, the event is over but the night has just begun. Feel free to stay as long as you would like to mingle further. All we need are the 'Date-Mate' Scorecards to determine if love is in the air for you. Offering uncompromising value with unparalleled service. Lovely venues and our lovely Hosts to assist you with anything or anyone. Saturday Night Speed Dating @ Karma Lounge - May 31st 2025 Ages: 29-42 | 6PM 1161 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6E 0B3, Canada https://www.speedcanadadating.com/ SpeedCanada Dating & MatchMaking ---- Extra! Extra! Read all about it! From news articles to nationally televised events - find out what everyone's talking about! Click Here! -- Also proud to offer our Blind-Date Matchmaking with packages ranging from $818 CAD - $1299 CAD, please Click Here. - ---- Need a bit of advice or guidance? From profiles to relationship coaching, learn more about our Advice Packages by clicking Here! Information Source: SpeedCanada Dating & MatchMaking | eventbrite

Beach Volleyball with GWAC! Let's do as Nicki Minaj says and LET'S GO TO THE BEACH BEACH LET'S GO GET AWAY! Please join GWAC and start the summer season off right with Beach Volleyball at 3:00 P.M. at Jericho Beach on May 31st . Bring your beach attire and a couple of friends to spend the afternoon in the sun setting and spiking the ball. As always, drinks and snacks will be provided! Information Source: UBC Graduate Wellness and Athletic Collective (GWAC) | eventbrite

One of the finest large Jazz Ensembles in Canada makes it's long awaited return to Vancouver's Fox Cabaret! On May 31, Dean Thiessen's Stranger Friends Orchestra will be celebrating the release of their first album on Infidels Jazz, at the venue that it was recorded at almost two years ago. They'll be performing a brand new piece by Dean: The John Steinbeck Suite. Each of the piece's 5 movements is inspired by a different novel or short story by this celebrated American author. Oppressive gender roles and surviving the machine that is Capitalism are the themes in Steinbeck's writing that read both as a glimpse into our recent past and a foreshadowing into our potential future. The show will also feature some of the bands favourite pieces of Deans and a few crazy antics to always keep you guessing when you come to a SFO show. Dean Thiessen - Conductor / composer Brent Mah - Alto Saxophone / woodwinds John Nicholson - Tenor Saxophone / woodwinds Adam Kyle - Tenor Saxophone / woodwinds Sofia Avelino - Bari Saxophone Rory Hislop - Trumpet Feven Kidane - Trumpet Thad Bailey-Mai . Trumpet Greg Dent - Trombone Nebyu Yohannes - Trombone George McNally - Bass Trombone Chris Fraser - Guitar Suin Park - Piano Jason Winikoff - Percussion Wynston Minckler - Bass Todd Stewart - Drums Dean Thiessen's Stranger Friends Orchestra Fox Cabaret (2321 Main Street) May 31, 2025 Doors: 7PM, Show 8PM 19+ Please note that seating is very limited at the FOX, so please arrive early if you require seating. Presented by Infidels Jazz. Information Source: Tim Reinert | eventbrite

At quarterly meetings of 100 Gay Men for a Cause - YVR, we receive presentations from three charities, selected in advance, who are providing support for the vibrant community of gay, bi, and queer men in Vancouver. Members then cast their votes for which charity should receive our pooled support. 100 gay men x $100 per quarter = $10,000 impact. Business starts at 6:15pm , but there's so much more to our giving circle than business! Join us early for the opportunity to mingle and socialize with other gay, bi, and queer men in Vancouver. Save your spot for dinner Interesting in even more socializing? We encourage members, charity representatives, and guests to stick around after the event to enjoy a more intimate socializing opportunity and dinner with members of our leadership team. If you purchase a "Dinner and Event" ticket, your $60 fee covers a fabulous set menu dinner (taxes and gratuities included — but note that Eventbrite also charges a processing fee). Not available to stick around? No problem — the "Event Only" ticket is for you. Not a member yet? It's not too late. While we always appreciate guests at our events, please note that only members are eligible to vote — but there's still time to become a member! Click here to learn more about membership in 100 Gay Men YVR and to join. (And if you're under 35 years old, you're eligible for a special membership rate, thanks to the generosity of members of our enhanced giving circles .) Information Source: 100 Gay Men for a Cause – YVR | eventbrite

Spring Cleaning: A Journaling Workshop A cozy evening dedicated to clearing out the cobwebs + setting fresh intentions & inspiration for Spring w/ coffee and cocktails by Kits Beach Coffee. In this one-hour workshop, we’ll reset + reconnect while we engage in writing practices to... Clear mental clutter by effectively 'brain dumping' Increase daily moments of joy + peace Spark growth and intention for this Spring Drink Feature: Grapefruit Rosemary Lemon Sparkler (Grapefruit, Lemon Juice, Sparkling Water, Honey, Rosemary) Journal included in ticket cost. Alc/non-alc drinks available for purchase, including but not limited to above drink feature. No writing experience needed. About the teacher: Sasha has 10+ years of experience in brand-building and creative writing. After a two-year stint teaching journaling and creative writing workshops in Nicaragua and Sayulita, Mexico, she recently moved her classes to her hometown of Vancouver B.C. Information Source: Sasha Curry | eventbrite

Join a community of creatives in this weekly workshop, led by a master's-level illustrator passionate about sketchbooks and hands-on drawing. Enjoy a fun, stress-free space focused on drawing, collage, and creative exploration. Each session introduces key sketchbook concepts, new materials, artists, and critical thinking skills to help you level up your artistic process in a sustainable, thematic way. Information Source: Peterson Young | eventbrite

Anxiety - An Offering & An Exploration Are you ready to dive deep into the realm of anxiety? Join us for an insightful event where we'll provide both an offering of strategies to cope with anxiety and an exploration of its roots. Discover new ways to manage and understand this powerful experience. This in-person gathering promises to be a safe space for openness and growth. Let's embrace our fears together! Information Source: Fish on a Bicycle Coaching Inc. | eventbrite

Sculpt, Rejuvenate, and Enhance Your Body from the Inside Out! Join us at Promethean Clinic for BODY ME , an exclusive wellness event dedicated to cutting-edge body treatments that help you look and feel your best. Whether you're looking to tighten, tone, or rejuvenate, this event will introduce you to the latest non-invasive treatments designed to enhance your body from the inside out. What to Expect Insightful Speaker Sessions – Learn from experts about the most advanced body treatments. Exclusive Special Discounts – Attendees will receive event-only offers on select services. Complimentary Healthy Snacks & Drinks – Enjoy delicious smoothies, açai bowls, and nourishing refreshments. Live Demonstrations & Consultations – Get an inside look at how our treatments work and ask all your questions. Networking & Community – Connect with like-minded individuals in a luxurious and welcoming space. Featured Treatments ✅ IV Therapy – Boost hydration, energy, and wellness with customized IV drips. ✅ Morpheus Body – Tighten skin, reduce cellulite, and enhance collagen production. ✅ Sculptra – Improve skin elasticity and restore volume for a youthful look. ✅ EvolveX – Non-invasive body sculpting that tones, tightens, and reshapes. ✅ Laser Hair Removal (DIOLAZE XL) – Smooth, hair-free skin with advanced laser technology. ✅ Belkyra – Say goodbye to stubborn fat on areas such as the chin, abdomen, and other targeted body areas. Event Details Location: Promethean Clinic, 1111 West Georgia Street, Vancouver Date: May 1st, 2024 Time: Doors open at 5PM Tickets: $50 Your Ticket Includes: ✔ Access to all speaker sessions ✔ Complimentary food and drinks ✔ Live treatment demos & consultations ✔ Exclusive event-only discounts on select services Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to explore the latest innovations in body wellness and aesthetics! Reserve your spot today! Information Source: eventbrite

Join us for our dynamic networking and lunch event every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at Mahoney's Tavern – 601 Stamps Landing. Arrive by 11:30am for registration; the event runs from 11:45am to 1:15pm. Limited parking available at the restaurant; pay parking may be found nearby. Grand Fortune City is dedicated to fostering positive business growth among professionals. Bring business cards for registration and networking, along with a 30-second infomercial about your business. Connect with local Vancouver business owners, share your business, and receive client referrals. RSVP soon as seating is limited. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your network and grow your business. Information Source: eventbrite

Welcome to The Sales Lab LIVE: Build Your Revenue Engine Join us at SFU’s Segal Graduate School of Business for a high-impact, 3-hour masterclass on how to transform your sales approach from scattered tactics to a structured, scalable system. Led by Reza Nazarinia, MBA —sales strategist, award-winning author, and founder of The Sales Lab—this intensive session will walk you through the exact frameworks he’s used to help SaaS startups, healthcare companies, and B2B service providers engineer repeatable revenue growth . Sales isn’t about pressure. It’s about process. Whether you're a graduate student , a sales leader , or a founder , this workshop is designed to help you stop guessing—and start scaling. What You’ll Learn: How to diagnose your sales process and spot the hidden leaks The 5 pillars of a revenue engine that actually scales Why most teams waste time chasing tactics—and how to build a system instead How to apply psychology, metrics, and structure to convert consistently The real reason sales fails in most organizations (and how to fix it fast) Meet Your Instructor Reza Nazarinia, MBA is the founder of The Sales Lab , author of The Sales Lab: Redefining Sales & Cracking the Code to Scalable Revenue , and a top-performing sales leader with 25+ years of experience across medical devices, SaaS, construction, and B2B services. He has trained hundreds of professionals, executives, and students on how to build scalable revenue systems that don’t rely on superstar reps or brute-force tactics —but on clarity, consistency, and culture. Event Details Date: May 1st, 2025 Time: 5PM - 8:30PM Location: SFU Segal Graduate School of Business, Vancouver Cost: $75 CAD (Launch rate – future sessions will be priced higher) Duration: 3 hours (including live Q&A) Why Attend? Network with like-minded professionals, students, and leaders Ask direct questions and get personalized insights Walk away with practical, proven tools to apply immediately Be part of a small group getting early access to a powerful system Bonus for Early Signups The first 10 people to register will receive a FREE signed copy of Reza’s bestselling book: The Sales Lab: Redefining Sales & Cracking the Code to Scalable Revenue ($50 value). Spots are limited. Reserve yours today. Information Source: The Sales Lab | eventbrite

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Welcome to the New Student Orientation - SUMMER 2025! Join us at Coquitlam College for an exciting in-person event designed to help you kickstart your college journey. Whether you're a local student or joining us from afar, this orientation is the perfect opportunity to get acquainted with the campus, meet fellow classmates, and learn about all the resources available to you. Throughout the day, you'll have the chance to attend informative sessions, connect with faculty and staff, and participate in fun activities. By the end of the orientation, you'll feel confident and ready to begin your academic adventure at Coquitlam College. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make new friends, ask questions, and set yourself up for success. We can't wait to meet you at the New Student Orientation - SUMMER 2025! Information Source: Coquitlam College | eventbrite

At Simon Fraser University, we live and work on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples. LOSCIL / Patricia Wolf Show With support from the SFU School for Contemporary Arts, Vancouver artist Scott Morgan, aka Loscil, presents audio-visual treatments of compositions from his forthcoming album, Lake Fire. Lake Fire is a densely textured work exploring themes of destruction and rejuvenation, due to be released May 1st on the esteemed American imprint, kranky. Lauded Vancouver bass player James Meger will join Loscil to perform a live rendition of the piece Ash Clouds from Lake Fire, and perform a solo, improvised set on double bass. Portland-based artist Patricia Wolf will open the evening. Wolf uses electronics, voice, and field recordings to produce non-linear compositions that draw listeners to a hypnotic inner world. Her use of melody and repetition manipulate the listeners' perception of time, conjuring vivid textures, and atmospheres. For purposes of documentation, this event may be photographed, audio recorded, and/or filmed by the event organizer. By attending this event, you consent to such recording media and its release, publication, exhibition or reproduction. Photography is permitted but please refrain from the use of flash. Information Source: SFU School for the Contemporary Arts | eventbrite

JEWISH SPIRITUAL PRACTICE | Jewish Renewal and the Teachings of Reb Zalman Schachter-Shalomi A Four-Part Exploration of Spiritual Innovation and Tradition Thursdays, 7-8:30pm | May 1, 15, 29 & Jun 12 | With Rabbi Arik Labowitz Join us for a four-part journey into the heart of Jewish Renewal, inspired by the visionary teachings of Reb Zalman Schachter-Shalomi. Jewish Renewal is not a denomination but a dynamic approach to Jewish life that seeks to revitalize tradition with deep spirituality, inclusivity, and engagement with contemporary wisdom. In this series, we will explore Reb Zalman’s groundbreaking ideas, tracing their roots in Hasidic thought, Kabbalah, and interfaith dialogue while considering how they continue to shape Jewish practice today. Each session will offer a blend of learning, discussion, and experiential practices that invite us to engage with Jewish tradition in a renewed and meaningful way. Session 1: Renewing the Spirit – The Foundations of Jewish Renewal Discover the core principles of Jewish Renewal and Reb Zalman’s vision for a spiritually vibrant Judaism. We’ll explore concepts such as paradigm shifts, deep ecumenism, and the role of personal experience in shaping Jewish practice. Session 2: Prayer, Music, and Mysticism – Expanding Our Connection to the Divine Reb Zalman was deeply influenced by Hasidic joy, contemplative prayer, and musical expression. This session will examine his approach to tefillah (prayer), meditation, and song as pathways to deepening our spiritual lives. Session 3: Eco-Kashrut and Holistic Judaism – Ethics for a Changing World How do we bring Jewish values into modern challenges? We’ll explore Reb Zalman’s concept of eco-kashrut, sustainability, and the ways Jewish Renewal calls us to a holistic, ethical approach to living in harmony with the world. Session 4: Paradigm Shifts and the Future of Judaism Reb Zalman taught that Judaism must evolve while staying rooted in its sacred traditions. We’ll discuss his ideas about leadership, interfaith relationships, and the future of Jewish spirituality in an ever-changing world. Each session will include interactive discussions, text study, and experiential practices. Whether you are new to Jewish Renewal or looking to deepen your understanding, this series will offer a rich opportunity for exploration and connection. Information Source: Or Shalom | eventbrite

Wired To Rise Vancity Boss Ladies Networking Event Join Vancity Boss Ladies Networking Event, where like-minded women enterpreneurs connect, share insights, and set the tone for a year ahead. Don't miss this opportunity to network and meet like-minded women! Event Details: Date: May 1, 2025 Time: 6pm-8:30pm Location: 63 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver We are Ani and Kat, two female entrepreneurs who felt the need for a community that provides a safe and supportive space in both personal and professional aspects of life. Thus, we decided to create one! Our mission at Vancity Boss Ladies is to foster meaningful and deep connections among fellow Boss Ladies. Whether you are contemplating the journey of entrepreneurship or already own a successful business, if you're looking to expand your network and connect with like-minded women, you are welcome to join us! What to expect: Meet other women entrepreneurs. Have an opportunity to promote your business to others. Introduce your business to everyone, every single attendee gets a spotlight to introduce themselves and their business. Get to meet and network with amazing successful and inspiring women in business . Your ticket Includes: Wire to Rise session with the Brain Trainer Billie Aadmi Complimentary appetizers Complimentary drinks Networking Lots of fun! We are excited to meet you and share many laughs, wins and successes with you in our community. Ani + Kat Follow us on instagram : @vancity_boss_ladies Information Source: Ani and Kat | eventbrite

Sophisticated Simplicity Our events offer a fresh alternative to speed dating and matchmaking. We don't find anything romantic about whistles, name-tags or over-the-top party trimmings typically found at singles events so we have done away with them. Creating an atmosphere that is at once casual and comfortable. It's what we call cheeky-chic! Meeting your special someone shouldn't be anything but an enjoyable and relaxed experience. Creating a private club atmosphere while recognizing our clients are also our product - we reward lovely daters with discounts and complimentary events and refuse service to anyone we don't think you'll fancy meeting. This is where being lovely has its perks! Offering uncompromising value with unparalleled service. Lovely venues and our lovely Hosts to assist you with anything or anyone. For those that prefer a more intimate one on one experience - learn more about our Blind-Date Matchmaking with Complimentary Events here . --- Gay Men Speed Dating @ BC Kitchen - May 1st 2025 Ages: 22-44 | 7PM 39 Smithe St, Vancouver, BC V6B 0R3, Canada https://www.mycheekygaydate.com/ MyCheekyGayDate See what all the fuss is about! From Marie Claire to The New Yorker, from Top Chef Masters to Bravo's 'Rate The Date', find out why everyone can't stop getting cheeky by clicking here! Also offering heterosexual events & matchmaking! Find out more by clicking here! Information Source: MyCheekyGayDate | eventbrite

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About the Artist Lussilia is a Venezuelan-Canadian singer and songwriter who blends traditional Latin American genres with contemporary influences. Her music highlights Venezuelan folk rhythms—such as joropo, pasaje, tambor de caraballeda, tonada, tropical —with a fresh, modern sound. Now based in Vancouver, she has been introducing audiences to the rich musical culture of her home country. On March 4, 2025, she released her latest EP, t en four sixty one , a personal project that reflects her connection to Venezuela and her childhood stories. Her songs are performed in Spanish, English, and French, reflecting her multicultural background and love of languages. For this performance, she’ll be joined by her full band: Linaldo Sans – Music Director & Bass Cole Ford – Spanish Guitar Gonzalo Patino – Electric Guitar Chris Couto – Session Musician on Drums & Percussion The evening will feature original songs with a strong foundation in Latin music, showcasing rhythm-driven arrangements, string textures, and powerful percussion—all paired with multilingual lyrics. Show Time: Doors at 8:00 PM / Music starts at 8:30 PM To learn more about Lussilia and her work, visit www.lussilia.com Information Source: Zameen Art House | eventbrite

Canada's best dog friendly comedy show, featuring local and international comedians in the beloved East Van Cowdog Brew Company! Ever wish that you could bring your pooch along to date night? Always wanted to bring your dog to some live comedy? Dying to hang out with a room full of dogs? This is your chance! This is an experience like no other - for the audience, the comics and the dogs alike. DOORS 7:00PM SHOW 7:30PM CowDog Brew Company, 1338 Franklin St, Vancouver, BC V5L 1N9 Tickets - Early Bird $16, $17.50 gen admin. Dogs come free! NO REFUNDS SOCIALISED DOGS AND HUMANS OF ALL SHAPES AND SIZES WELCOME. STRONG LANGUAGE & ADULT THEMED COMEDY. STRICTLY 19+. NO MINORS ADMITTED. Information Source: Amy Walsh | eventbrite

Club Rue Sip & Social Come join us for the Season 3 Sip & Social event at Superflux Beer Company ! An evening to connect with the Club Rue community and kick of the season. Industry priced beers, select food, and good vibes. Everyone welcome! Looking forward to seeing you there <3 Ticket sales support club administrative fees Information Source: @clubruecycling | eventbrite

FRAGMENTS Date: May 2, 2025 Time: 7:30 PM Location: Vancouver AcadAmy of Music Koerner Recital Hall, 1270 Chestnut St, Vancouver, BC, V6J 5E5 Overview Fragments is more than a musical recital—it’s a shared journey through sound, memory, and connection. Presented by two artists with roots in British Columbia, this program weaves together pieces that reflect fragments of heritage, personal stories, and the universal resonance of music. First curated and premiered on Gabriola Island, the Gulf Islands hold deep significance in our lives. These landscapes—with their trees, cliffs, and sea—serve as both a backdrop and an inspiration for our program. We are able to bring this program to Vancouver and aim to create an intimate experience where music converges with memory, inviting our audience to explore the fragments of their own stories alongside ours. Through Fragments , we invite you to join us on this heartfelt journey—a celebration of connection, heritage, and the timeless beauty of music. PROGRAM Experience a thoughtfully curated recital program that intertwines classical traditions with personal narratives: **Poulenc’s ** Banalités Playful and poignant, these French songs capture fragments of nostalgia and the spirit of wandering—echoing the beauty of the islands. **Andrew Staniland’s ** Peter Quince at the Clavier A contemporary Canadian work reflecting mystery and tension, resonant with the rugged charm of the Gulf Islands. **Peter Lieberson’s ** Rilke Songs A profound setting of Rilke’s poetry exploring memory, introspection, and love, set against the backdrop of Gabriola’s natural beauty. Schubert’s Songs Timeless selections like Der Zwerg and Der Lindenbaum bring universal stories to life, mirroring the wild splendor of the islands. Komitas’s Armenian Songs A deeply personal connection to heritage, these songs honor the enduring vibrancy of Armenian culture and the fragments of ancestry that shape us. ARTISTS Micah Schroeder – Vancouver-born Berlin-based baritone ( www.micahschroeder.com ) | Instagram: @mj.penguino Frances Armstrong – Gabriola-based pianist | Instagram: @francesmadeline Why Fragments Matters This recital is a homecoming for both of us—an intimate performance that reconnects the past with the present, blending fragments of heritage and art in a place that has always been a sanctuary. We hope Fragments resonates deeply the BC community and invites a dialogue between music, memory, and nature. TICKETS Tickets are Pay What You Can – we suggest $30, but have $15 tickets available for those who require them. Out thanks to anyone who can afford a $50 ticket, which allows us to offer some tickets at a reduced rate. We can’t wait to share this special experience with you. Information Source: Micah Schroeder | eventbrite

Your new Friday night ritual. The Arise Self-Defense Club offers a weekly opportunity to recharge, connect, and train in an empowering environment. These 75-minute classes blend Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu-based self-defense techniques with mindfulness, movement, and group conversation. Come every week, or drop in when you can. You’ll leave feeling stronger, safer, and more confident in your body and voice. We'll be following a 10-week class cycle, so over time you'll get to revisit techniques and build your muscle memory. Starting: Friday, April 25 (ongoing weekly on Fridays) Time: 7:00–8:15 pm Location: Vancouver MindBody Studio, 6682 Main St, Vancouver, BC. Who It's For: Women and teens (ages 13+). Beginner-friendly, no experience required! What to Bring: Comfy clothes, water, and a readiness to learn and move. Safety Info: Waiver required – sent via email after registration. Tickets: Drop-in: $30 Buddy Deal: $55 (for 2 people) 5 Class Package: $125 Capacity: 16-20 Contact: email Jess at hello@ariseprograms.com (etransfer is available to avoid fees) Check out our Instagram for more updates @ariseprograms Information Source: Arise | eventbrite

IMPORTANT NOTICE: There is a minimum spend per person for this venue, to ensure that we do not pay any fees out of pocket, please donate as part of registration. Any proceedings will go towards making the next year of events even more awesome! Please buy a drink or a snack, support a great local business that are good to us, SHARE and have fun please! Information Source: Quiver Games | eventbrite

Visit the best party bars of Gastown while meeting awesome people from around the world ! Meet @ the Portside Pub - Friday nights @ 8pm Includes: Live music bar | Karaoke bar | Game bar | Party bar (with DJ) We've aded a BINGO card game! It's a pub crawl with a really fun twist: guests can take part in an optional and unique game designed to help break the ice by completing challenges and tasks throughout the night. Fake a marriage proposal or start a conga line and you can win prizes, or if you'd rather not play you can just sit back and watch the fun happen. Either way, good times and laughs are guaranteed! Not recommended for conservative cocktail-sippers, this crawl is designed for those who like to drink outside the box. IMPORTANT! - Two pieces of physical ID are required to enter the bars* WHAT YOU GET FOR $25 - 1 bingo card game - 1 free shot at each bar (with any drink purchase) - Cover at 2 party bars - Skip the lineup at 2 party bars ---------A value of 55$ for 25$--------- HOW TO JOIN Meet inside the Portside pub Friday at 8pm. Your guides will be waiting in the bar with lanyards saying “Gastown Pub Crawl”! The crawl leaves at 8:45pm. Price is $25 *We also accept cash or e-transfers at the bar* HOW IT WORKS The Gastown Pub Crawl starts out at the Portside Pub located in the heart of Gastown. We go on to various stops for drinks, games, and more fun stuff at a range of venues. We end up at one of Gastown's biggest and best bars and the rest, as they say, will be history. WHERE WE GO At the Gastown Pub Crawl, we like to include something for everyone. We start out at a bar with a bunch of pub games, we then make our way to a punk rock dive bar with an epic karaoke set up, we then go to 2 party bars with great DJs and then end at a night club with 2 different stages with their own DJs! A GREAT PARTY NEEDS GREAT PEOPLE Awesome hosts make the Gastown Pub Crawl a smash hit. They’re the fun ones in the leopard t-shirts who will welcome you, explain the plan and introduce you to all the other people. If you want to party and meet new people then this is for you. We guarantee free entry to venues, free shots, and best of all we help you meet, mingle, dance and party all night long. OUR GOAL During your Gastown Pub Crawl we have one major aim, to give everyone a great night out in Vancouver. Actually, much more than just “great”. We want it to be the night that, on the morning after, you say, “Wow, we had a blast!!” Here is your ticket for a really good night out! If you want to know the best places to go, don’t worry we have it all covered. So, come and hang out with us. Join us as we party our way through some of Gastown's best nightlife! PRACTICAL STUFF YOU NEED TO KNOW. - Do please note that arriving late means you might miss out one venue and one free shot. - In Vancouver, you require TWO PIECES OF PHYSICAL ID (AT LEAST ONE PHOTO ID) to get into bars and nightclubs. - You must be over +19 years, old but 80 is fine too. We really believe that you’re never too old to have a fun time. - Excessive drinking is dangerous for the health; alcoholic beverages should be consumed with moderation. Information Source: eventbrite

SI HAY PERREO as you know it baby. una noche llena de reggaetónx, bailoteo y gente que entiende la pxta vibra <3 come on MAY the 2nd to Calabash Bistro @ 428 Carrall St. to give your all on the dancefloow from 10pm-2am. DJ BVDAB (CDMX) & VALENTINA (PLC, VZLA) will be bringing their all con ritmos latinos, reggaetón under, cumbiatón, dembow dominicano, perreo trancadito pa que lo bailes pegaito tight asi y mas 19+ event pongase zapatos comodos y faldita corta si eres putitx gg SI HAY PERREO is a safe space, harrassment and discrimination are not tolerated xoxo <33 Information Source: SI HAY ENTERTAINMENT | eventbrite

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STEAM Night Come join us at Sparks Academy for a fun-filled evening learning about various scientific principles through hands-on learning with the help of beloved movie characters! This in-person event will have science experiments, hands-on activities, interactive demonstrations, and plenty of laughs along the way. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to explore science and technology in a magical way. Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable experience! Call us at (672)-515-7893 for more information! Information Source: iGen Education Group | eventbrite