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

Our popular pre-Hot Docs and DOXA Mixer is back for another year! Join us for a pre-festival season mixer to celebrate our members with films premiering at Hot Docs and DOXA. When: Friday April 18th, 4:30 to 8:30 pm Where : Tequila Louge, 136 W Cordava Street, Vancouver Cost : DOC Members - Free Entry + 1 complimentary drink ticket Non-Members - $15 Festival information : Hot Docs Film Festival , April 24 to May 4, 2025 DOXA Film Festival , May 1 to May 11, 2025 More info to come so check out our social media posts and share, tag, follow. Find out more about DOC Northwest at docnorthwest.org Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Twitter Like us on Facebook Sign up for our monthly Newsletter Presented by DOC Northwest Information Source: DOC Northwest | eventbrite

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Creatives in Vancouver! This is for filmmakers, writers, actors, musicians, and models, and anyone in between who wish to network and make new connections once a week. Each week we will book a different restaurant In the area! This time, we made a table reservation at Mosaic Grille via Explore Tock. This micro-gathering is intended to be for no more than 6 people. Check out our feature in Eventbrite's 2025 TRNDS report about embracing the micro-event trend. *Your ticket does not include food or drinks. A paid ticket simply makes you more committed to actually showing up. Once you register, email at ermantourageimpact@gmail.com for quicker communication on updates. Brought to you by Ermantourage group, called "top networker in Hollywood." Information Source: Ermantourage Hollywood | eventbrite

AC/DC and The Pretty Reckless are set to electrify Vancouver with an unforgettable concert at BCPlace on April 22, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Known for their high-energy performances and iconic rock anthems, AC/DC will share the stage with The Pretty Reckless, a band celebrated for its powerful vocals and dynamic presence. This event promises to be a monumental night for rock enthusiasts, offering a rare opportunity to witness two legendary acts in one venue. With ticket prices set at 80 CAD, fans can expect an evening filled with classic hits and new favorites, all set against the backdrop of Vancouver's vibrant music scene. BCPlace, renowned for hosting world-class events, provides the perfect setting for this spectacular show, ensuring an experience that will resonate long after the final chord is struck.

Leprous VIP - VANCOUVER Want to make your night extra special? Make the most of your visit with a VIP upgrade. Your visit will include: Early access to the venue Early access to the merch table so you don't miss out Meet and Greet with the band Photo opportunity with the band Signing session with the band VIP-only goodie bag including: hand-numbered, limited edition, VIP laminate + Lanyard Other Goodies TBC Please observe the following important information: Specific event timings will be released 1 week before each concert. Please remain available to attend around 1 hour before doors open. In most venues, this will be around 18:00/6pm but could be as early as 16:30 in rare cases. You will require a standard ticket before purchasing your VIP experience. If you do not have a standard entry ticket, you may be refused entry. Accessibility scheme: If you have specific accessibility requirements and/or require a chaperone (e.g: parent/guardian), please use the 'contact us' button on this page to disccus your requirements before purchasing a ticket , and we will make every possible effor to make sure you can attend. Links: Standard entry tickets: Leprous - Tour Dates Information Source: Leprous | eventbrite

溫哥華將於2025年4月24日盛大舉行一年一度的2025年數字營銷、媒體和廣告會議及展覽。此次盛會將在名為溫哥華悖論酒店的地標性建築內展開，位於加拿大不列顛哥倫比亞省的繁華都市。作為數字營銷業界的頂尖盛事，本次會議將匯聚業內精英、頂尖專業人士以及前沿科技，共同探討即將來臨的數字營銷趨勢和策略。在此，專業人士不僅有機會增進知識、拓寬人脈，更可在展會上一窺最新媒體工具與創新廣告模式。對於渴望在數字營銷領域中鑽研並取得成功的人士而言，這場會議是求知不可多得的絕佳平台。立即預訂門票，把握參與2025年數字營銷、媒體和廣告會議及展覽的機會，與行業領袖同行，共同開創屬於數位世代的精彩篇章。

April 25, 2025 7:00 pm Djavad Mowafaghian Cinema – SFU School for the Contemporary Arts 149 W. Hastings St., Vancouver Tickets: SFU Students: $10 // SFU Alumni/Faculty/Staff: $15 // General: $20 Featuring films by Gregor C. Aquino, Theo Badzio-George, Emma Ciprian, Jamie Dovolis, Grace Esplen, Will Fitzsimmons, Adam Hoang, Xuan Wei Lau, Makena Leyh, Diana de Leyssac, Kai MacDonnell, Quinn Masselink, Anastasia Shatska, Carissa Toledo, and Kyle Wilton. With a special film installation by Ezra Sulin exhibited in the SCA lobby from April 14-28, 2025. Content Advisories: Photosensitivity and Flashing Images, Firearms and Violence, Blood, Suggestive themes of Sexual Assault, Loss Latecomers will be seated at an appropriate time in the program For purposes of documentation this event may be photographed, audio recorded, and/or filmed. By attending this event, you consent to such recording media and its release, publication, exhibition or reproduction. 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. Information Source: SFU School for the Contemporary Arts | eventbrite

The Dark Eighties 11 Year Anniversary at The Astoria Pub Tickets also at the door and on Ticket Tailor https://buytickets.at/12xuproductions/1649201 Join us for this special celebration on Friday, April 25th, 2025 We're toasting to 11 WONDERFUL YEARS in Vancouver- geez, time flies!!! This is going to be a GREAT party with all our favourite people! We love you and thank you for your support + your amazing dance moves over the year! DJ CVLT NATION DJ MISSBDEATH DJ IAMELECTRO DJ PARISH DAN DJ BIANCA BARR DJ SUZANNE HAMPTON /// A HUGE group of The Dark Eighties DJs playing 80s...// GOTH POST PUNK NEW ROMANTICS ITALO DISCO EBM INDUSTRIAL DARK + COLD WAVE MINIMAL WAVE CULT 80S HITS SYNTH POP DARK ELECTRONIC and maybe a couple new songs! ;) Friday, April 25th The Astoria, Vancouver 769 E. Hastings St 9pm-2am 19+ FB: @thedarkeighties Instagram: @thedarkeighties Join our group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/darkeighties https://twitch.tv/thedarkeighties every Monday at 7pm Get done up, it's more fun!***Although there is no dress code, we strongly encouraged getting dressed up for your big night out! Big hair, hairspray, loads of 80s style make up, deathrock/batcave style looks, leather, heels, buckles, jewelery, studs, lace, fishnets, eyeliner, black, big boots, Bowie style + new romantics outfits all encouraged! But dress how you feel best! There are no rules about clothing 19+ Information Source: The Dark Eighties | eventbrite

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This is the first show in our upcoming series! A team of Vancouver-based improvisers, each playing a character of their own devising, will form a party of heroes and step into a world of the unknown. At the opening of the show, some rolls of the dice will determine our fate (genre, setting, villain etc.) and from there, our game master will be devising and improvising the one-shot adventure. Cast: Imogen Xavier (Game Master), Ayesha Daoud, Lyndon Duncan, Quinn Langton, Cade Ryan Content advisory: We endeavour to keep the show friendly for all ages, but as the show is improvised there may be content better suited to a mature audience. Recommended 16+ Information Source: Instant Theatre Co. | eventbrite

Experience the power of the human voice in Lost in Translation , a captivating 60-minute performance by Ne Zhdali , a 10-member A cappella ensemble united by a shared passion for music and a rich diversity of cultural backgrounds. In a world where words can sometimes fail us, music becomes the universal language. As a multilingual group, we know what it means to be lost in translation —but through our voices, we find harmony. Without instruments, we bring classical, folk, and pop standards from around the globe to life, reimagining them in original and creative arrangements that showcase the beauty, humor, and emotion found in cultural crossroads. Join us for an evening of unexpected harmonies, where music speaks beyond words. Information Source: Vocal Ensemble "Ne Zhdali" | eventbrite

The School for the Contemporary Arts respectfully acknowledges the unceded traditional territories including, the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations, on which SFU Vancouver is located. Echoes of Manyatta Echoes of Manyatta is a poignant, stirring dance production that explores the intricate dynamics of the Karamojong community. Through the language of movements, texture, polyrhythms, call and response, speed, and control, Echoes of Manyatta captures the raw emotions and resilient spirit of the Karamojongs. The dancers embody the strength, perseverance, struggles, tenacity, chaos, resilience, and aspirations of a people locked in a cycle of historical disputes, portraying their daily lives and the echoes of their ancestral land. This performance is a recontextualization of the narratives, movements, and socio-historical knowledge inherent in the Angema, Achemchem, Ayopo, Ekaro, and Naleyo dances of the Karamojong people. It explores significant dichotomies, illustrating how traditional customs occasionally conflict with contemporary realities and how these tensions influence a community's collective identity. The production invites you to experience the deep-seated traditions and the transformative contemporary influences that continue to shape and challenge the lives and futures of the Karamojong people. A Manyatta/Ere is a typical Karamojong traditional homestead built in an enclosed, encircled residential area featuring a small access point for people and a bigger entryway for cattle. It comprises several families and shared areas for livestock. While some of these practices are only performed in their place of origin, others (such as yoga and flamenco) take place worldwide. (Loiacono and Julia1). Echoes of Manyatta serves as the practical element of Edward Sembatya’s research, entitled Performing the Old in the New: African Indigenous Dances in New Bodies, Spaces, Frameworks, and Contexts in the 21st Century. The primary focus of his research is on the teaching, learning, and performance of African Indigenous dance in environments, bodies, and locations that are distinct from their original settings. Specifically, he is looking at the Angema, Achemchem, Ayopo, Ekaro, and Naleyo dances performed by the Karamajong people in northeastern Uganda. His research delves into the themes of interculturalism, cultural appropriation and appreciation, identity, Sankofa, Obuntu/Ubunntu, dance as intangible cultural heritage, decolonization, and cultural deconstruction, among others. The project integrates artistic expressions with academic research. The project provides a reflective and immersive experience, highlighting the trajectories of Edward’s ethnographic research and the lived realities of the Karamojong. For ethical considerations, and respect for the community in which this research was conducted, portions of the proceedings will be allocated to the community leaders. Credits: Choreographer : Edward Sembatya Dancers: Daniel Steele, Safiyah Brito, Ellen Harris, Claire Whitelaw, Liam Hurley, Ashley Sankaran-Wee, and Soleil Mousseau Music Composition and Production: Keith Mugenyi Technical Team: Coco Zhou, Jessica Kwon, Emily Neumann, Ben Rogalsky, and Miles Lavkulich Ugandan collaborators and translators: Karamojong elders of Longaloi, Nakaperimoru, and Kotido trading Centre and the team is headed by Lotukei Gabriel; Chala Lucia, Modo Promise, Robert Anguro, and Gloria Napayo Please visit https://www.sfu.ca/sca/events---news/events/echoes-of-manyatta.html for more credits and biographies. Thanks: The committees, Prof. Henry Daniel, Dr. Laura Marks and Dr. Maureen Kakiika, for their academic and artistic guidance. At the SCA, I am grateful to Rob Kitsos, Marla Eist, Justine Chambers, Director SCA Peter Dickinson, Associate Director Judy Radul, and the entire SCA teaching and non-teaching staff. You have consistently fostered a nurturing and supportive environment for both creative and academic excellence. Finally, I would like to express my gratitude to all the artists, students, and African-based organizations I have taught in Vancouver and other parts of BC. You have all contributed immensely to this project. I am thankful to the Almighty for the gift of knowledge and direction over this creative path. This event may be photographed for archival purposes. By attending this event, you consent to potentially be on camera as part of the audience. Information Source: SFU School for the Contemporary Arts | eventbrite

Oh My God, its time for a Bob's Burgers Drag Brunch! Join you rfave cartoon family for some wild shenanigans! Saturday April 26 at R&B Brewing Doors at 1030am Show at 1130am Wrapped by 130pm Assigned Seating, no bad site lines cuz the performers ROAM while performing. Cash tips accepted by performers during their numbers (not mandator, but encouraged) We Acknowledge that this show takes place on the unceded, occupied, ancestral and traditional lands of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. Information Source: Sleepy Queers Productions | eventbrite

Come through Sis,On April 26th, we launch Season 4 PLR Take it to the Trail . This clinic will be open to Black and Racialized immigrant women new to Trail Running, looking to experience the sport in a non-intimidating, and accessible setting, led by PLR Founder and Running Coach, Filsan Abdiaman.Our Intention: Equipping newcomers with the tools, resources and experiences they need to feel confident navigating Trail running and, life in a new city. Keep in mind... we meet you exactly where you’re at (no need to be a runner ) — just come as you are. PLEASE READ OUR CODE OF CONDUCT AND SIGN OUR WAIVER BEFORE YOU SHOW UP SIS ! What to know: Date: Saturday April 26th, 2025. Time: 9:00am Meet: Stanley Park (near the concession stands and washrooms by Second Beach) What to Wear: Dress (weather appropriate): breathable, moisture-wicking layers.**Shoes: regular road running shoes** andCarry a change of shoes/top/bottom/socks (and towel) in case it rainsWhat’s Included in Session? Short Community walk and run. We will send out the options closer to the date. Season 4 Trail Clinic Information.Opportunity to sign up for our Season 4 Trail Running Clinic.Need Help Getting There? Please email projectloverun@gmail.com with “ Transport” in the subject. Disclaimer: **This clinic will be partly supported by Salomon. If gear is a barrier, please email us at projectloverun@gmail.com with “Gear Support” in the subject. We may be able to accommodate. ONCE AGAIN, PLEASE READ OUR CODE OF CONDUCT AND SIGN OUR WAIVER. We will be taking photos/videos in this program so we can provide more information online to women who want to know more about PLR offerings. If you do not want to be in any photos/video, please let us know, we respect your choice. As always, tag @projectloverun in your experience. With Love, PLR Information Source: ProjectLoveRun | eventbrite

"Bi' Değişik" Standup Gösterisi, Vancouver'da gerçekleşecek olan eğlenceli bir etkinliktir. Gösteri, Türkçe dilinde olup 60 ila 75 dakika arasında sürecektir. Katılımcıların en az 18 yaşında olmaları gerekmektedir. Etkinlik, 26 Nisan 2025 tarihinde The NEST'te (1398 Cartwright Street #3rd Floor, Vancouver, BC V6H 3T5) gerçekleşecektir. Bilet fiyatı ise CA$12'dir. "Bi' Değişik" Standup Gösterisi, Vancouver sakinleri için keyifli bir gece vaat ediyor.

The Vancouver Visual Art Foundation invites you to get creative with our series of art classes taking place at Art Vancouver. Art Vancouver art class tickets include 1 Day admission to the show. Warm Landscapes Learn to paint landscapes in your own unique style. Lauren Morris will guide you through the process of colour mixing, composition, layering and brush strokes. A fun, creative class. No experience necessary. Step by step guidance to creating a beautiful piece. Taught by Lauren Morris DATE: April 27, 2024 TIME: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM MATERIALS: All materials will be provided About the Instructor: Lauren Morris was born in Cape Town, South Africa studying and working as a Graphic Designer before moving on to pursue the Fine Arts in Washington D.C. . Lauren studied at the Corcoran School of Art in Washington D.C. and the Emily Carr University of Art and Design in Vancouver. Flowers are my passion and Rich color and energy are what inspire me most. I enjoy working with reflections, shadows and light creating a symphony of layers and movement. Through the use of these colors and forms my objective in creating my paintings is in my desire to fulfill an emotional response, rather than focusing on the subject matter. I hope to inspire thought and to evoke the viewers’ emotions through visual imagery”. Lauren’s other exhibits include, three group shows as well as a Solo show at the Sidney and Gertrude Zack Gallery , a duo show at the Amelia Douglas Gallery and a Solo show at the Jericho Arts Centre . She has also participated in Art Vancouver, Dinner by Design and Vancouver Interior Design Show. To see more of Lauren’s work visit: lmdesignsstudio.com Information Source: Vancouver Visual Art Foundation | eventbrite

Join Us In Recognizing The Achievements of The INSPIRE Leadership Certificate Class of 2025! Theme : “What Are You Waiting For” Exploring the connection of leadership and the community, the INSPIRE Leadership students spearheaded a combination of events involving the community, as well as committing to a weekly two-hour non-credit course. Join us as they reflect on community and social responsibility, communication, and their personal experiences with the highs and lows of active leadership through short TED Talks style (with a twist) presentations. Location : Corpus Christi College (5935 Iona Drive) Parking : Rose Garden Parkade (https://parking.ubc.ca/rose-garden-parkade) or North Parkade at UBC (https://parking.ubc.ca/north-parkade) Information Source: Corpus Christi College & St. Mark's College | eventbrite

Multiple Realities: Experimental Art in the Eastern Bloc, 1960s–1980s is an extensive survey of experimental art made in six Central Eastern European nations between the 1960s and 1980s. Including both rarely seen and newly reconstructed works, the exhibition weaves together a complex story of artists questioning how, when and where art could exist, and exploring the varied meanings it might hold for society. Despite their geographical proximity, the artists featured in the exhibition encountered different conditions for daily life and artmaking, as they confronted varying degrees of control and pressure exerted by state authorities. Charting a generation invested in experimentation, Multiple Realities sheds light on ways that artists refused, circumvented, eluded and subverted official systems. Often infused with wit and irony, the works on view demonstrate both conceptual and formal innovation, often underpinned with an unfettered spirit of adventurousness.

Multiple Realities: Experimental Art in the Eastern Bloc, 1960s–1980s is an extensive survey of experimental art made in six Central Eastern European nations between the 1960s and 1980s. Including both rarely seen and newly reconstructed works, the exhibition weaves together a complex story of artists questioning how, when and where art could exist, and exploring the varied meanings it might hold for society. Despite their geographical proximity, the artists featured in the exhibition encountered different conditions for daily life and artmaking, as they confronted varying degrees of control and pressure exerted by state authorities. Charting a generation invested in experimentation, Multiple Realities sheds light on ways that artists refused, circumvented, eluded and subverted official systems. Often infused with wit and irony, the works on view demonstrate both conceptual and formal innovation, often underpinned with an unfettered spirit of adventurousness.

How do we cultivate a sustainable writing practice and keep our creative energy alive? Join acclaimed author and master writing coach Sarah Selecky on Tuesday, April 1 at 6:30 p.m. for a meditative writing workshop on maintaining your creative spark. Whether you're beginning your writing journey anew or seeking to deepen your relationship with an existing project, this workshop invites you to step into a state of calm fascination that integrates both conscious craft and unconscious awareness into your writing practice. Inspired by her newest book, Story Is a State of Mind, Sarah will guide you through exercises, freewriting prompts and deep noticing practices that invite mindfulness into the act of writing. Leave with fresh material, reliable techniques for accessing your creativity, and a renewed sense of possibility in your writing life. To support our non-profit programming and to help us cover costs, this workshop is $10 . If you are experiencing barriers to attend, please reach out over email — we are happy to provide you with one of our reserved free-by-donation tickets. We have limited seating, so please reserve your spot here! More about the facilitator: Sarah Selecky is the author of This Cake Is for the Party, a finalist for both the Giller Prize and Commonwealth Prize for Best First Book in Canada and the Caribbean, and was longlisted for the Frank O'Connor International Short Story Award. The New York Times called the stories “utterly fascinating.” Her novel Radiant Shimmering Light was optioned by Amy Adams for HBO. Selecky holds an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of British Columbia and brings a contemplative approach to her work as an author and writing mentor. In 2011, she founded the Sarah Selecky Writing School, fostering a global community of writers dedicated to developing both craft and creative intuition. She lives in Prince Edward County, Ontario. More about Upstart & Crow: Upstart & Crow is a not-for-profit creative studio and literary incubator that champions writers, readers and stories, and the role they play in shaping our lives. We develop original programs, support artists and revel in creative projects focused on Literature In Translation / Climate Solutions / Poetry / Civic Dialogue / Community & Skills Building … all with the aim of elevating the role of literature and storytelling in our lives. Find us on Granville Island, Gibsons and online at upstartandcrow.com. Accessibility: The main studio of our shop is accessible for folks with mobility aids. There is a washroom on the main floor available for attendees. Questions: helloupstartandcrow.com. Information Source: Upstart & Crow | eventbrite

Sign up to learn mechanical fluency as we go over the various systems on the bicycle, and cover techniques for adjusting, repairing, and building bikes from the frame up. Topics range from basic skills such as flat repair and bicycle stripping, to cup and cone bearings, shifting and braking systems, drivetrains, and more! Tuesdays from 4-6pm at Our Community Bikes. Session 1 - Feb 18, 25, Mar 4, 11, 18, 25 Session 2 - Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Session 3 - May 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3 All participants under the age of 18 must have a completed guardian consent form which can be printed and filled out, or completed online here. Note that for online forms, a signed hard copy must also be submited at the shop. Information Source: Our Community Bikes/PEDAL Society | eventbrite