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5 Things To Do In Vancouver On The First Weekend Of March
A job fair for health-care workers, a week-long celebration of cocktails and a 1970s-themed dance party are some of the events on tap for the first weekend of March in Vancouver. Here are five to consider checking out.
Opera on Commercial DriveCity Opera Vancouver is presenting "Song from the Uproar: The Lives and Deaths of Isabelle Eberhardt" in three performances at the York Theatre on Commercial Drive this weekend.
The opera tells the story of Isabelle Eberhardt, who lived a nomadic lifestyle in North Africa in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and was, according to organizers, "a passionate romantic and one of the most adventurous women of her era or any other."
Showtimes are Thursday and Saturday at 7:30 p.M. And Sunday at 2 p.M. More information and tickets can be found on the City Opera Vancouver website.
Sample Japanese SeafoodThe Japanese government's External Trade Organization (JETRO) is holding what it calls a "Japanese Seafood Fair" in Vancouver beginning Friday and continuing through March 10.
Nine Japanese restaurants, most of them downtown or on the West Side, will be offering diners free samples of one-bite plates made with Japanese seafood products, while supplies last.
The samples are only provided to parties ordering at least one regular menu item per person, and JETRO recommends making reservations in advance. There will also be a special sampling booth at Kawaii Japan Market on Robson Street from Friday through Sunday. No purchase is necessary at that location.
More information on the participating restaurants and the dishes they're offering can be found on the JETRO website.
Vancouver Cocktail Week beginsAlso beginning this weekend and continuing through March 10 is Vancouver Cocktail Week, "a toast to the art of the cocktail" that is now in its third year.
Organized by The Alchemist magazine, the week-long event features ticketed tastings, seminars and neighbourhood cocktail crawls, as well as drop-in happy hours at bars and restaurants across the city.
More information can be found on the VCW website.
Health-care job fairHealth-care professionals looking for job opportunities should head to UBC this weekend for an event that bills itself as "Canada's premier recruitment event for medical, nursing, midwifery & allied health employment opportunities both at home and abroad."
The event takes place at the university's Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre from 10 a.M. To 4 p.M. Saturday. Registration and admission are free for job-seekers. More information can be found online.
'70s-themed dance party"Saturday Night Fever" is the theme of an "immersive costume party experience" in South Vancouver this weekend.
Organizers Passion and Performance Arts Inc. Are inviting party-goers to step back in time and embrace the diverse and dynamic fashion of the 1970s at the South Hall, 8270 Ross St., on Saturday night.
Doors open at 6:30 p.M. For "pre-show roller disco babes and some local vendors," followed by "an immersive dance spectacle" from 7:30 to 8:30 p.M.
"The party will kick off after the show completes at 8:30 p.M.," the event listing reads. "There will be dancing, a photo booth, activity games, incredible food and more."
Tickets can be purchased online for either the show and the party or just the party.
10 Best Destinations To See Colorful Fall Foliage In Vancouver
As autumn arrives, the city of Vancouver transforms into a canvas splashed with vibrant shades of orange, red, and yellow. To witness this picturesque season, here are the 10 best destinations to see colorful fall foliage in Vancouver:
1.Stanley Park – This urban oasis is perhaps the most iconic place in Vancouver to experience fall's magic. The park is brimming with a variety of trees, including maples and poplars, which create a kaleidoscope of colors.
2.Queen Elizabeth Park – Perched atop Little Mountain, Queen Elizabeth Park offers stunning cityscape views and serves as a perfect backdrop for the fiery red and golden leaves that adorn its many trees.
3.VanDusen Botanical Garden – With its diverse collection of plants and trees from around the world, VanDusen Botanical Garden showcases an explosion of autumn hues that are sure to dazzle any visitor.
4.UBC Botanical Garden – The University of British Columbia's garden offers a serene setting to enjoy the crisp fall air and the rich tapestry of changing leaves among its extensive collection of flora.
5.Pacific Spirit Regional Park – Nestled beside UBC, this park provides a network of trails where you can wander through lush forests and be enveloped by autumn's embrace.
6.Grouse Mountain – Just a short drive from downtown Vancouver, Grouse Mountain gives visitors the chance to ascend high above the city and see the patchwork of colors spread out below.
7.Burnaby Mountain Park – Offering panoramic views and an array of deciduous trees, Burnaby Mountain is a fantastic spot for leaf-peeping and scenic photographs.
8.Lighthouse Park in West Vancouver – A natural coastal setting where you can observe how the fall colors contrast beautifully with the rugged shoreline and sparkling water.
9.Capilano Suspension Bridge Park – Not only can you enjoy the thrilling suspension bridge, but the surrounding temperate rainforest is also transformed by autumn's touch.
10.Lynn Canyon Park – With free entry to its park and suspension bridge, Lynn Canyon is another North Shore gem where waterfalls and forest walks are framed by magnificent golden foliage.
Whether you're up for a nature walk close to the city center or an adventurous hike in nearby mountain areas, Vancouver's fall scenery won't disappoint. Grab your camera, some comfortable shoes, and immerse yourself in one of nature's most spectacular shows!
Things To Do In Vancouver This Family Day Long Weekend
The Family Day long weekend brings with it a pop culture convention, the start of a 10-day comedy festival, and a variety of free events around Metro Vancouver. Here are some options to check out.
Fan Expo Vancouver"Everyone's a fan of something," the organizers of Fan Expo Vancouver say on their website, where they invite fans of comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming and cosplay to find their "fandom family."
Thousands are expected to descend on the Vancouver Convention Centre's west building for three days of meet-ups, panels, celebrity signings and more.
Multi-day and VIP tickets for the event that bills itself as "the ultimate fandom weekend" are sold out, but single-day tickets for Saturday, Sunday and Monday were still available as of Thursday afternoon.
Just for LaughsThis weekend also marks the start of Just for Laughs Vancouver 2024, which calls itself "Western Canada's biggest comedy festival." The 10-day event begins Thursday night and continues through Feb. 24.
Multiple shows are scheduled daily over that span, with a variety of performance styles, including stand-up, podcasts, improv, and sketch comedy.
Tickets are sold on a show-by-show basis. The full list of events can be found on the Just for Laughs Vancouver website.
Chor Leoni sings sea shantiesHead to St. Andrews-Wesley United Church downtown on Friday or Saturday for "a concert of shanties and rollicking songs of the sea."
That's the description Chor Leoni gives to its upcoming performance in collaboration with Montreal-based ensemble La Nef and Shantyman Seán Dagher, dubbed "The Return Voyage."
Performances are scheduled for Friday night, Saturday afternoon and Saturday evening, and each one will be followed by a "talk-back" with Dagher. Tickets can be purchased on the Chor Leoni website.
Open House at Queen Elizabeth TheatreVancouver Civic Theatres is hosting a free Family Day open house at Queen Elizabeth Theatre on Saturday.
Organizers are inviting the public to stop by between 10 a.M. And 1 p.M. To explore "creation stations" involving a variety of artistic mediums and materials. Guests are also encouraged to take a tour of the facility's Visual Arts Space and enjoy a complimentary hot cocoa.
While the event is free, tickets can be booked online.
Lion Dances in Burnaby HeightsWhile Family Day is the main observance this weekend, Lunar New Year festivities continue around Metro Vancouver, including in Burnaby Heights, where the local business association is hosting lion dances from noon to 4 p.M. Saturday.
Lion dancers will perform traditional blessings at participating businesses along Hastings Street during that time, and there will be giveaways for lucky visitors.
Invictus Games community eventsThe Invictus Games won't be in Vancouver and Whistler until a year from now, but Prince Harry has been in the province this week to drum up support for the event.
Two further "community celebrations" are planned in Vancouver this weekend to mark one year until the games.
On Friday, the Vancouver Curling Club will host one-hour lessons at Hillcrest Community Centre from 1 p.M. To 4:30 p.M.
Then, on Family Day itself, the Seaforth Armory will host Unconquered Sports Day, a free opportunity to try out some of the adaptive sports that will be featured in the games next year. The event runs from 10 a.M. To 4 p.M. And tickets can be reserved online.
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