Summer’s winding down and your weekend plans are looking a little… nonexistent? I’ve got you! I’ll never stop talking about the local talent at Blue Light Studio including country superstar Payton Rector and rockers Dead Churches. Plus, we’ve got tickets up for grabs to these intimate Friday night shows.

For Saturdays, Vancouver’s #1 Comedy Club has you covered. The Comedy Department brings fast-paced, unscripted improv to The Show Cellar. Bring your bestie or test your first date’s sense of humour - it could be hilarious, awkward or both. Either way, it’s well worth the risk (and the laughs). Enter to win your way in!*

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• The Firehall Arts Centre 2026/27 season brings theatre, dance, and music - from the powerful Canadian premiere of Red Demon to the festive A Holly Jolly Jamboree. Get your tickets!

• He caught your attention with the best-selling novel Blink and he continues with his most urgent book yet: a provocative investigation of America’s epidemic of gun violence. See Malcolm Gladwell live at the Vancouver Playhouse on 11/24.

• This one is for the film buffs! VIFF returns from 10/1-11 to celebrate their 45th year with must-see films from around the globe, live performances, fascinating talks and more. Yes, we have a pair of tickets for one lucky winner!*

• Pickle lovers unite! Head to Picklefest on 9/12 at City Centre Artist Lodge for live tunes and 40+ vendors of fermented perfection. It’s kind of a big dill.

• Autumn festivals are about to take over including Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden’s Moon Palace, VanDusen’s Harvest Days and the North Shore Arts Crawl. Lots more in our just announced section!

GUIDE TO FALL

You know I’m already excited about this one! Sweater weather has entered the chat, and Vancouver is ready to show off. Our Fall Guide has the season’s best events, pumpkin patches, apple-picking spots, colourful walks, cozy cafés, fall festivals, and everything Oktoberfest, Thanksgiving and Halloween. Spooky season: engaged.

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When he’s not helping grow BodyMods across Western Canada, co-founder Nathan Arnold is probably hunting down his next great Indian food fix. From dining experiences to casual chai stops and family-run favourites, Nathan knows his stuff. For him, it’s the combination of authentic flavours, welcoming atmospheres and friendly service that makes these spots stand out. Here’s the dish.

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