Vancouver Cultural Precinct Unveils Bold Vision for the Most Significant Cultural Investment in the City’s History Shaped by 32 of Vancouver’s leading performing arts organizations, the new cultural precinct will close a critical gap in purpose-built, acoustically-designed performance space, strengthening Vancouver’s standing among the world’s leading cultural centres. Vancouver Cultural Precinct (VCP), an alliance of … Read more
Kismet’s summer calendar will continue the connection between wine, heritage, hospitality, and place. On July 25, 2026, Kismet Estate Winery will host its Holi Festival of Colour from 1 to 4 pm at the winery’s lake venue, set within the vineyard. One of the most joyful celebrations in Indian culture, Holi marks renewal, connection, and … Read more
After their triumphant staging of Macbeth in 2023, goblins Wug, Kragva, and Moog return to Bard on the Beach this summer with a rousing interpretation of Sophocles’ Oedipus the King. For anyone unfamiliar with Greek mythology, Oedipus the King tells the story of the doomed ruler of Thebes who spends his life trying to outrun a prophecy that he will … Read more
THRILL OF THE GRILL: PACIFIC INSTITUTE OF CULINARY ARTS HOSTS BBQ POP-UP AT GRANVILLE ISLAND CAMPUS JULY 25 BBQ Pop-Up, Week-Long Summer Cooking Camps for Kids and Teens, Garlic Festival Appearance on Summer Schedule for PICA School is out for summer, but Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts (PICAChef) events and pop-ups are still in session … Read more
Bard on the Beach Launches Bard After Dark A New Late-Night Series in August Bard on the BeachShakespeare Festival adds something new to its Season in Sen̓áḵw/Vanier Park with Bard After Dark in the Douglas Campbell Theatre. With only four performances on August 7, 14, 21, and 28 at 10pm, Bard After Dark features a … Read more
The 2026 Vancouver Folk Music Festival once again proved why it holds a place as one of Vancouver’s most beloved summer traditions. Since its beginnings in 1978, the festival has earned a reputation for showcasing an eclectic mix of international, Canadian, and local artists, and this year’s lineup continued that legacy with an impressive blend … Read more
Tickets on Sale July 21 for Dames Dine Around 2026 Two Nights. Exceptional Restaurants. A Lasting Impact. We are delighted to announce that ticket sales start tomorrow, July 21st (10 a.m.) for Les Dames d’Escoffier BC Chapter (LDBC) Dames Dine Around 2026! Over two unforgettable evenings, guests will enjoy specially curated multi-course dinners at many … Read more
Bard Pride Night returns on Friday, July 31st at 6PM Bard on the Beach Celebrates Pride With an Evening of Theatre, Community and a Queer Artisan Market Bard on the BeachShakespeare Festival hosts its annual Pride Celebration in Sen̓áḵw/Vanier Park on Friday, July 31st. Bard Pride Night is an evening that brings together exceptional theatre, … Read more
Sophocles’ Antigone has endured for more than 2,400 years because its central questions remain painfully relevant: When does conscience outweigh the law? How far should we go in defying authority? Bard on the Beach’s intimate production embraces these ageless themes in a contemporary adaptation. Conceived by Kate Besworth and Ming Hudson, adapted by Besworth, and directed by … Read more
In Conversation With Ky Sargeant with comments by Mily Mumford Trans Girls: Raw & Uncut First question, why do you want to make a documentary about Trans Girls? I first conceptualized the idea over a year ago because the growth of our all trans femme comedy show had been faster and crazier than I could’ve … Read more