BC Events

Child Hunger. It’s closer than you think. But YOU can help a hungry child in your community this school year. A $25 donation to Backpack Buddies fills a child’s backpack with food to last all weekend, so they return to school on Monday ready to learn. Give now at backpackbuddies.ca.

Every child deserves the very best care, close to home. From August 24 to October 9, donations to Surrey Hospitals Foundation will have twice the impact, thanks to Kirmac Cares for Kids. Your gift can help fund specialized pediatric equipment, therapeutic programs, child-friendly spaces and family-centred initiatives for children and families across Surrey and the...

Ballet Vancouver announces its 2026/27 debut season of three captivating programs celebrating the full breadth of classical and neoclassical ballet, on stage at the Vancouver Playhouse from September 2026 through May 2027. The season opens with a dazzling triple bill headlined by Balanchine’s Apollo, the Canadian premiere of Jorma Elo’s Slice to Sharp, and the...

Transform your daily stress into calm and well-being with our evidence-based 8-week MBSR course. Learn proven meditation, gentle body awareness, and yoga practices to reduce anxiety, beat burnout, and help you feel fully present in your life.

Now in it’s 4th year, this comp is going to be awesome! Phyllis Hull hosts a brand new year of this popular community contest, bringing 12 of the most unique Drag Kings, Queens & Things in a head to head fight to the crown. Having produced some of BC’s iconic performers(Manly Nipkiss, Scott Baculum, Burna...

Burnaby Halloween Festival returns this October with 17+ events happening across the city, bringing together family-friendly fun, cultural celebrations, live entertainment, comedy, haunted experiences and more. Highlights include MetroCon at SFU, with three days of horror, cosplay, gaming and pop culture; Haunted Village at Burnaby Village Museum; the Monster Dash 5K and Mini Monster Dash;...

Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) presents its 45th edition from October 1–11, 2026. One of North America’s largest and most dynamic film festivals, VIFF’s 2026 program features roughly 160 features, 90 short films, and two episodic series representing 76 nations — including 12 world premieres, 6 international premieres, 15 North American premieres, and 49 Canadian...

VaughnCo Entertainment is proud to present “Rumours” The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac tribute show based in Los Angeles, California. The group recreates the legendary band in its youthful heyday from 1975-1979. “It’s been said imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. I say THANK YOU!”- Richard Dashut Record Producer – Fleetwood Mac albums including Rumours, Tusk,...

DanceHouse announces its 2026/27 season of five evocative contemporary performances from some of the world’s leading dance companies, on stage at the Vancouver Playhouse from October 2026 through April 2027. An eclectic mix of dancemakers from Canada, the UK, Sweden, and India will explore the many pathways to liberation–from breaking free of conformity to uniting...

Mark your calendars! Japan Market Fall Festival returns to Robson Square Ice Rink on Oct.3-4. Shop from over 70 vendors offering food, crafts, and merchandise influenced by Japanese culture. There’s always something new to discover. Come and see what’s new and visit your favorite returning vendors as well. Enjoy Japanese cultural performances such martial arts...

The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure returns to Vancouver for its 35th annual event on Sunday, October 4th at 8:30am. Vancouver residents of all ages can choose to run or walk either 5k or 1k. Participation is open to everyone, including children and four-legged friends, and can also be virtual if preferred...

DO GOOD. FEEL GOOD. Step Up for LGH – Lions Gate Hospital’s biggest fundraiser of the year is back! Presented by Craftsman Collision, Step Up for LGH includes a 5km walkathon and a host of activities for all the family. As well as the walk along the Seawall, the event includes free treats and music,...

Come join us for a fun-filled all-ages drag brunch featuring different themes every time! Welcome to the Bacon & L’eggs All-Ages Drag Brunch happening at Howe Sound Taphouse & Kitchen – East Van! Get ready for a fabulous morning filled with delicious food, entertaining drag performances, and a whole lot of fun. This event is...

The CKNW Kids’ Fund Spotlight Series, presented by FortisBC, celebrates inspiring stories of children and youth who are thriving after receiving support from the Fund. From specialized medical equipment and therapies to education and youth programs, these grants help provide the tools and opportunities kids need to reach their full potential. Stories that Inspire, Communities...

Join us for an essential conversation with Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor as they discuss their forthcoming book, END TIMES FASCISM – And the Fight for the Living World. Across politics, technology, and culture, a powerful narrative is taking hold: that ecological collapse, social breakdown, and mass instability are inevitable. Klein and Taylor examine how...

This unforgettable production celebrates the remarkable collaboration between the late composer Jóhann Jóhannsson and visionary director Denis Villeneuve. This special performance, Jóhann Jóhannsson’s Cinematic Suites – The Denis Villeneuve Scores, brings to life the evocative musical landscapes of three acclaimed films: Prisoners, Sicario, and Arrival. In addition to those scores, the night will also include...

🔥 CALLING ALL TREASURE HUNTERS & NOSTALGIA SEEKERS! 🔥 Get ready, Campbell River… the Toys on the Island Toy Show is BACK and bigger than ever! 175 tables. Thousands of collectibles. One unforgettable day at the Toys on the Island Toy Show. 📍 Location: THE SPORTSPLEX 📅 Date: Saturday, OCT 10, 2026 ⏰ Time: 10:00...

Ocean Entertainment Worldwide, in association with A.J.E. Global Productions, presents eight limited engagement concerts starring Canada’s Avery Raquel ~ Live in Concert. ​ Witness the evolution of one of Canada’s most formidable young musical forces. At just 24 years old, Billboard-charting recording artist and multi-instrumentalist Avery Raquel takes the stage for a mesmerizing live experience...

Cellist, vocalist, and composer Kelsey Lu performs at the Chan Centre in support of So Help Me God, their first album in seven years. Following the lush, orchestral landscapes of their acclaimed debut Blood, Lu’s latest work is a powerful meditation on transformation, devotion, grief, and self-discovery—or what they call “a reckoning.” Their “graceful and...

In September 2026, the jazz world marks the centennial of one of its greatest musicians: John Coltrane. To honour his enduring legacy, luminaries Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves unite for a remarkable tribute, revisiting Coltrane’s 1963 collaboration with Johnny Hartman. Three-time Grammy winner Marsalis is one of the most influential and revered figures in contemporary...

Hailed as one of the most gifted guitarists of his generation and “one of the highest category of improvising musicians,” (The New Yorker) Julian Lage has spent decades exploring the many strains of American music with boundless curiosity and technical mastery. With roots tangled up in jazz, folk, classical, and country music, Lage brings what...

BC Earthquake Alliance hosts the 15th Annual ShakeOut BC earthquake drill on October 15th. Living in an earthquake region means people in BC need to be prepared and know how to stay safe during and after an earthquake. Join thousands of people at 10:15a.m. on October 15th to practice your earthquake drill.

Join us for a captivating conversation with Zadie Smith, one of the most prolific writers of her generation, whose work has helped shape the literary landscape for over two decades. Two of Smith’s novels, White Teeth and NW, have been named among the best books of the 21st century by the New York Times and...

Get ready for a weekend full of music, movement, and colour! The Yupi! Latin American Arts Family Festival is taking over Presentation House this October with three joyful days of incredible performances, hands-on workshops, and creative activities for the whole family. From vibrant mainstage shows to interactive experiences, Yupi! invites kids and grown-ups alike to...