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On view from May 28, 2026 – February 7, 2027 展出日期：2026年5月28日至2027年2月7日 For over five decades, Gu Xiong (b. 1953) has shaped contemporary art in Canada and China. By centering personal memory and lived experience, his work gives voice to individuals often rendered invisible within transnational cultures and histories. Becoming: The Art of Gu Xiong is...

Journey through the Pharaonic Bronze Age with immersive light, sounds, scents and stunning artifacts that bring ancient Egyptian beliefs about life, death and the afterlife into focus. Discover the stories, ritual objects and complex worldview of a civilization obsessed with eternal life.

Journey through the Pharaonic Bronze Age with immersive light, sounds, scents and stunning artifacts that bring ancient Egyptian beliefs about life, death and the afterlife into focus. Discover the stories, ritual objects and complex worldview of a civilization obsessed with eternal life.

On view from June 14 – September 13, 2026 Created by the BC Black History Awareness Society (BCBHAS) in partnership with the Royal BC Museum (RBCM), Hope Meets Action: Echoes Through the Black Continuum highlights the contributions of BC’s Black leaders across the centuries. The exhibition follows the seldom-told stories of Black people such as...

Celebrate caring for your local park and get outdoors with your friends and family to enjoy a picnic meal and fun park activities. Join us every Thursday from June 18 to August 27! Picnics are free and open to all ages. We hope to see you there!

Description The Polygon Gallery is pleased to present Deckchair Cinema V, beginning June 25 and happening every Thursday until August 27. You are invited to enjoy classic films under the stars on Cates Deck in front of the Gallery. Now in its fifth year, Deckchair Cinema treats audiences to a summer of al fresco screenings,...

Celebrate the excitement of the World Cup this summer at Lansdowne Centre’s Summer Goals! Visitors of all ages are invited to enjoy soccer-inspired family activities with free weekend crafts and a mall-wide scavenger hunt for a chance to win prizes. Free Weekend Crafts Join Global Art every Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 PM to 4:00...

The Reach Gallery Museum presents Interglacial by environmental artist and advocate Desirée Patterson from June 27, 2026–March 20, 2027. The exhibition examines the present as a critical moment in history, in which the global climate crisis puts the future well-being of our planet in the balance. Patterson will present five ambitious new bodies of work,...

Slip into the shadow-soaked streets of Gastown and Chinatown for a gripping 90-minute descent into Vancouver’s underworld. You won’t just hear the history, you will stand on the exact pavement where blood was spilled, and touch the very brick and stone that shielded the city’s most ruthless criminals. Trace the footsteps of cold-blooded gangsters, corrupt...

Join us this summer for Steveston Alive! Walking Tour Vignettes – a unique theatre-meets-history experience where costumes performers bring the past to life on the streets of Steveston Village. Walk the boardwalks, meet characters from the early 1900’s and see his history come alive before your eyes. Tickets are only $7 (plus fees) Summer 2026...

Join us this summer for Steveston Alive! Walking Tour Vignettes – a unique theatre-meets-history experience where costumes performers bring the past to life on the streets of Steveston Village. Walk the boardwalks, meet characters from the early 1900’s and see his history come alive before your eyes. Tickets are only $7 (plus fees) Summer 2026...

The Steveston Vintage Fair is back this summer! Join us in the heart of historic Steveston Village for five unforgettable Sundays filled with vintage treasures, collectibles, upcycled artisan creations and local charm. Shop the curated collections of vintage vendors and soak in the community spirit. Perfect for collectors, and lovers of all things vintage. Cash...

Gastown Sunday Set returns to transform Vancouver’s most historic neighbourhood into a vibrant, car-free destination on Sundays throughout the summer. Running from July 5 to September 6, the free event series features four rotating activations: Streetside Sessions (July 5, August 9, September 6): A community coffee party with live DJs and local cafés Gastown in...

Event: Summer Camps 2026 Date/Time: July 6-10 | July 13- 17 | July 20-24 | July 27- July 31 | August 4-7* | August 10-14 | August 17-21 | August 24-28 | *PLEASE NOTE: Due to BC Day, August 4-7 will run for 4 days. Themes: • Journey Down the River • River Engineers •...

Zumba® at Canada Place is a fun, free weekly event hosted on the beautiful North Point of Canada Place. Lively and expert instructors from Zumba® Vancouver provide participants with the opportunity to practice Zumba® in one of Vancouver’s most stunning waterfront locations. No dance experience or partner is needed for this fun fitness class – join...

Enjoy free performances as part of the City of Surrey’s annual summertime music series! Sounds of Summer runs annually in July and August on Wednesdays from 6:30 – 8:00pm. With diverse genres from rock, jazz and country to Punjabi fusion, enjoy this live concert series at some of Surrey’s most beautiful parks and outdoor spaces....

Indian Summer Festival presents its 16th annual celebration of South Asian arts with a lineup of evocative mixed programming—including comedy, live music, theatre, literature, and interdisciplinary exchange, from July 9–19, 2026 at various venues across Vancouver, Burnaby, and Surrey. The festival’s 2026 theme, Ragas for a Ruptured World, is a call to artistic expression, creative...

Since its beginning in 1996, the Annual Golf Classic has raised more than $7.7 million to improve patient care at LGH. The tournament’s reputation as a first-class event hosted at an outstanding venue, Capilano Golf Course & Country Club in West Vancouver, attracts local business, community leaders and golf enthusiasts alike.

The Reach Gallery Museum presents Interglacial by environmental artist and advocate Desirée Patterson from July 11, 2026–March 20, 2027. The exhibition examines the present as a critical moment in history, in which the global climate crisis puts the future well-being of our planet in the balance. Patterson will present five ambitious new bodies of work,...

Summer Movie Nights presented by Downtown Van returns to šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square (formerly the Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza) for five weeks of free outdoor films, live entertainment and family friendly fun from July 16 – August 13, 2026. Each Thursday, the festivities will begin at 5:00 PM with themed activities and performances inspired by...

An After-Hours True Crime & Forensics Experience This summer, the Vancouver Police Museum & Archives is unlocking its doors for an exclusive event. Dark Science – Summerween Session is an after-hours interactive exploration of forensic sciences, true crime, and summertime Halloween. With special guest, prestigious BC Coroner Laura Yazedjian who will be presenting a deep-dive...

👉 MORE INFO & SIGN UP ON MEETUP: bit.ly/greenteam-jul18-2026 Join us to make new friends while cleaning up litter on Sat. July 18th, 9am-12:15pm at the Bonsor Recreation Complex in Burnaby! 🙋‍♀️ No experience needed! All ages & abilities welcome! Bring your friends & family! Come for as long as you are able! This activity...

Indigenous Knowledge Series Connect to the land by learning from q́ʷɑ:ńƛ̓əń (Kwantlen First Nation) Elder Karen Gabriel at these interactive sessions. Uncover how invasive plants and animals are changing our planet. Presented by Metro Vancouver Regional Parks All ages Free Drop by anytime Park at 20285 8th Ave, Langley and follow signs to the red...

STUDIO TOUR SAN PAREIL / PARKSVILLE July 18 & 19 , 2026 from 10 AM TO 5 PM “Artists in and around the communities of Parksville , Qualicum Beach are opening up their studios for two days to allow you the opportunity to chat with them about how they create beautiful works of art. We...