Well, that was the spiciest lightning storm I’ve ever seen in Vancouver! HBU? I’ll be thinking about that sky show for a while; but Mother Nature isn’t the only one who knows how to put on an electrifying performance.

The second Sonny Landreth touches a guitar, you know you’re in for a wild ride. He combines fingerpicking and slide guitar with so much grace that even Eric Clapton is a fan (no, seriously). Catch him at the Vancouver Playhouse on 9/1, or enter to win a pair of tickets!*

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• 50-90% off Aritzia? Don’t mind if I do. Head to the Aritzia Warehouse Sale from 9/1-7 at the Vancouver Convention Centre. The lines are actually worth it.

• All Stars this way! 🌟 Catch Smash Mouth, JJ Wilde, Kim Mitchell and hometown favourites Hotel Mira, Fake Shark and more at Barnside Harvest Festival, 9/11-13. Craft Beer Corner, artisan vendors, and so much more!*

• Kimchi & K-Food Festival takes over Coquitlam this Friday & Saturday. Get ready to taste the most delicious K-cuisine and discover Korean culture, beauty and more. Ps. admission is free!*

• Celebrate TAIWANfest from 9/5-7, with music, art, workshops, markets, and stories that connect Taiwan, Canada, and Scotland. Plus, enter to win a pair of tickets to When the Mountains Sing!*

• This week is packed! Make sure to check out the just announced shows like The Funk Hunters, 06 Automatic, Emefe, Canada Super60 and more!

UNIQUE BARS & HIDDEN GEMS

Shhh, keep it on the low. These are some of the most unique bars around the city serving up ice-cold beverages and the most creative cocktails. Some are fairly hidden so if you know, you know and if you don't....well now you do!

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• Sushi Nami has taken over Mount Pleasant. Get ready to add another favourite to your list.

• Riun Garner has a new album for us! Listen to Guess I Know Now for a touch of wisdom wrapped up in soothing indie melodies.

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