Events in Vancouver in November 2026 (November 2026)

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Vinyasa Yoga Class (Tuesdays)

Move, breathe, and vibe through a playful Vinyasa flow set to good music and good energy. ROOM 2301 Instructor: Bella *Please note that those without a membership with UBC Yoga Club must purchase a One-Day Pass. Those with a membership may attend free of charge.

Power Yoga Class (Wednesdays)

Build strength, find your flow, and break a sweat. This dynamic practice blends powerful poses with continuous movement for an energizing full-body experience.

Strala Yoga Class (Wednesdays)

A movement-based & intuitive practice, flowing with ease and freedom. ROOM 26 Instructor: Franccesca *Please note that those without a membership with UBC Yoga Club must purchase a One-Day Pass. Those with a membership may attend free of charge. All levels are welcome.

Vinyasa II Yoga Class (Wednesdays)

Move, breathe, and vibe through a playful Vinyasa flow set to good music and good energy. ROOM 26 Instructor: Natalia *Please note that those without a membership with UBC Yoga Club must purchase a One-Day Pass. Those with a membership may attend free of charge.

Vinyasa Yoga Class (Thursdays)

Move, breathe, and vibe through a playful Vinyasa flow set to good music and good energy. ROOM 2301 Instructor: Maizy *Please note that those without a membership with UBC Yoga Club must purchase a One-Day Pass. Those with a membership may attend free of charge.

Effective Communication Coaching Program (Online)

Power Yoga Class (Fridays)

Build strength, find your flow, and break a sweat. This dynamic practice blends powerful poses with continuous movement for an energizing full-body experience.

The Robot Zoo

Dream Yoga Class (Fridays)

Connect with your dreams and leave feeling mentally relaxed, physically energized and inspired. ROOM 26 Instructor: Christine *Please note that those without a membership with UBC Yoga Club must purchase a One-Day Pass. Those with a membership may attend free of charge.

Ams Ubc Friday Pass at Mansion Club, 1 Comp Drink & Free Entry All Night

Turn your weekend up at Mansion Night Club with the Weekly AMS Events Friday Pass – built for UBC unforgettable Friday nights.

Saturday Night Laughs presented by The Comedy Department

Ams Ubc Saturday Pass at Mansion Club, 1 Comp Drink & Free Entry ALL Night

Turn your weekend up at Mansion Night Club with the Weekly AMS Events Saturday Pass – built for unforgettable Saturday nights.

Hatha Yoga Class (Sundays)

A gentle & intentional Hatha flow, moving with inner awareness. ROOM 26 Instructor: Chloe *Please note that those without a membership with UBC Yoga Club must purchase a One-Day Pass. Those with a membership may attend free of charge. All levels are welcome.

Functional Flow Yoga Class (Mondays)

Hunched over a screen all day? Functional Flow is your reset button. ROOM 5 Instructor: Ploy *Please note that those without a membership with UBC Yoga Club must purchase a One-Day Pass. Those with a membership may attend free of charge. All levels are welcome.

Orpheum Tours

Family Stay and Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. This program takes place inside the Peretz…

ESL Conversation Practice

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up. This is a drop-in program. For intermediate speakers. VPL is committed to making our programs…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Drop-in. This program takes place inside the Peretz Centre for Secular Jewish…

Toddler Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for toddlers and their caregivers. For ages 18 months - 3 years. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have not addressed here,…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have not addressed here,…

Queer Rhyme Time

Join us to connect with other 2SLGBTQIA+ parents and caregivers while enjoying songs, rhymes and stories. This program is for caregivers and their children aged 0-5 years. Free, registration recommended but drop-ins welcome…

Baby Stay & Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 – 18 months.Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have not addressed here,…

Travel Stories: Page and Pavement 在路上: 讀書與旅行

Conducted in Mandarin with Cantonese support. Take a journey with us as we explore the beauty of the world both on the road and on the page. Let's share favourite travel experiences and books about the places you've been or dream of…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Drop-in. Accessibility Information: Takes place in a programming room Participants are welcome to move, stim, or take breaks as neededCaregivers…

Baby Stay and Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 – 18 months. This program takes place inside the Peretz Centre for Secular Jewish Culture where the Oakridge Library used to…

Baby Stay and Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that…

UBC REC x GSS: Yoga Class Fall 2026

UBC REC is collaborating with the GSS to offer a 8-week in person yoga class! Discover a peace of mind and connection to the body through the practice of yoga. This course is open to students of all levels.

ESL Conversation Practice

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up. For intermediate speakers. Drop-in. No registration required. Accessibility InformationVPL is…

Tech Help

Need help using your laptop, tablet, smartphone or e-reader? Do you have questions about using social media or the Internet? Bring your device and join us in a small, casual group setting where library staff can assist you with the…

KidsZone

Meet other kids and share books, crafts, and fun activities at the library. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. For Grades K-7. Drop-in. Accessibility Information: Takes…

Board Game Social

Interested in meeting other game enthusiasts in the neighbourhood? Connect with friends and make new ones over games at the library. You can bring your own games or borrow from the library’s collection. You'll find a mix of classics…

Firehall Book Club

Do you love reading and want to share your thoughts and opinions with like-minded folks? Join the Firehall Branch Book Club! Every month we read a book and meet to engage in lively discussions of popular fiction and non-fiction! Meetings…

ESL Conversation Practice

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up. For intermediate speakers. Accessibility Information VPL is making our programs accessible for…

Improv Jam Show

Join us every week for a chance to perform with some of your favourite improvisors! Functioning like an open-mic for improvisors, this weekly show gives audiences and practising improvisors alike the chance to play some of their most beloved improv games and learn from one anothe.

open mic(helle)

The intention of this open Michelle is to be a space for under-recognized voices in the Vancouver comedy scene and the community has helped identify who we think those people are based on the lived experiences of our collective as it stands now.

Cold Plunge Challenge - Fall 2026

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Drop-in. Accessibility Information: Takes place in a programming…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Drop-in. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs…

Toddler Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for toddlers and their caregivers. For ages 18 months - 3 years. Accessibility information:VPL's Children's Services is working to make our programs accessible to all Vancouver kids. If you have an access need…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. The program runs September 16 - December 9 NOTE: No programs on September 30 and November 11 Accessibility Information VPL is committed to…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an…

Kerrisdale Book Club

Do you love reading and want to share your thoughts and opinions with like-minded folks? Join the Kerrisdale Branch Book Club! Every month we read a book and meet to engage in lively discussions of popular fiction and non-fiction. Meetings…

Family Stay and Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to…

Baby Stay and Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 – 18 months. Program runs September 16 - December 15. NOTE: No program September 30 and November 11 Accessibility…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility Information • Caregivers may breast or bottle-feed babies anywhere, anytime • Participants can sit on the floor, in chairs or…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs accessible…

Preschool Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for children and their caregivers. This extended storytime for ages 3-5 includes a different activity each week. Registration is required. When you register you will be signing up for the entire 11 week…

Tech Club

Need help using your computer, tablet, smartphone or e-reader? Do you have questions about using social media or the internet? Bring your device and get help with your technology questions from library staff and your peers. Drop-in …

ESL Conversation Practice

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up. For intermediate speakers. No registration required.

Family Stay and Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to…

Drop-in Resume Clinic

Looking for tips on writing a Canadian style resume that stands out? Meet one-on-one with experienced staff from S.U.C.C.E.S.S. BCNSP to improve your resume and help you land your next interview! Please bring a copy of your current resume…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Drop-in. Accessibility Information: Takes place in a programming room.Participants are welcome to move, stim, or take breaks as…

Sound Editing and Mixing Basics

In this class, practice the basics of sound editing, including: importing audio, splitting clips, and working with multiple tracks. Learn best practices for saving and sharing your work. Eager to get started? Check out our Audio…

Baby Stay and Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need…

Baby Stay and Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility Information: Takes place in a programming room.Participants are welcome to move, stim, or take breaks…

LEGO® Block Party

Drop in for some LEGO® building fun at this block party! Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program.…

Make It

Flex your creative muscle in this pop-up maker space event! The activity changes every week. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. For Grades K-7. Drop-in. Accessibility…

Teen Art Hive

Meet other teen artists, discuss creative projects and exchange ideas at this bi-weekly in-person meet-up. Get your creative juices flowing with art prompts, explore new media using our supplies, and learn new techniques from guest…

Reading Buddies

Little Buddies are paired with Big Buddies to practice reading and literacy skills together. Please note that this is not a tutoring program.For Grades 2 - 4 Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs accessible for…

SFU Writer’s Studio Writing Consults at nə́c̓aʔmat ct Strathcona Branch

Are you working on a writing project and need a nudge in the right direction? Sign up for a 45-minute, one-to-one manuscript consultation with a graduate of Simon Fraser University's The Writer's Studio: Creative Writing Certificate…

Teen English Conversation Practice

Looking to practice your English conversation skills with other teen English language learners? Come hang out and meet new friends to build up your skills in a casual, supportive, and fun environment. For intermediate English speakers ages…

UBC REC x GSS: Pilates Class Fall 2026

UBC REC is collaborating with the GSS to offer a 8-week Pilates class. Pilates is a low-impact exercise designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, and posture! This course is open to students of all levels.

Board Game Social

Interested in meeting other game enthusiasts in the neighbourhood? Connect with friends or make new ones over games at the library. Our board game collection is fire. You'll find a mix of classics and hot new must-haves like Dixit, 7…

ESL Conversation Practice

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up. For intermediate speakers. Drop-in. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our…

Cagematch Improv Throwdown

Cagematch is a high-energy, long form improv tournament where teams battle it out for audience votes and cash prizes!Each team has 20 minutes to wow the crowd and secure your vote and get one step closer to securing the CMI Championship belt!Come out to the season four qualifiers.

Who Wants To Be Decolonized?

Who Wants to Be Decolonized? is a satirical Indigenous-themed stand-up comedy game show that parodies Who Wants to Be a Millionaire–except instead of winning money, contestants try to “decolonize” themselves in increasingly funny, uncomfortable, and eye-opening ways.The show uses.

Open Mic

Every Wednesday night, professional and up-and-coming comedians will showcase their material, try new jokes, and give everything they’ve got for three minutes. Come enjoy a night of laughter (and maybe even some tears from the comics).

ESL Conversation Practice

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up. For intermediate speakers. No registration required. Seating is limited. First come, first…

Toddler Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for toddlers and their caregivers. For ages 18 months - 3 years. Drop-in. Accessibility Information: Takes place in a programming room.Participants are welcome to move, stim, or take breaks as needed.The expected…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have not addressed here,…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together.Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 - 18 months.Accessibility information: VPL's Children's Services is working to make our programs accessible to all Vancouver kids. If you have an access need…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs accessible…

Baby Stay and Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 - 18 months Accessibility information: VPL's Children's Services is working to make our programs accessible to all Vancouver…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility Information: Caregivers may breast or bottle-feed babies anywhere, anytime.Participants can sit on the floor, in chairs, or…

Sensory Storytime

A small group program designed to create a welcoming environment for children who may not yet thrive in traditional library storytime settings. A storytime program with stories, songs, rhymes and sensory play activities. For children aged…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0-18 months. Accessibility Information: Takes place indoors in a programming room. Caregivers may breast or bottle-feed babies anywhere, anytime. …

Baby Stay & Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need…

UBC REC x GSS: Spin Class Fall 2026

UBC REC is collaborating with the GSS to offer a 8-week spin class! Get your cardio on in this high-energy class with heart-pumping music to keep you motivated.

KidsZone

Meet other kids and share books, crafts, and fun activities at the library. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. Grades K-7. Drop-in. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to…

Teen Drop-In

Looking for a new place to hang out or study beyond school and home? Stop by the Teen Space to chill, study, and connect with your peers at this weekly drop-in meet-up. Here’s what to expect: A quiet, laid-back space to read, study,…

The Story of Music

Come to the library to listen to music and learn about the musicians that create it. Enjoy music-themed books and activities, and connect with other kids. Grades K-7. Drop-in. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for…

Reading Buddies

Little Buddies are paired with Big Buddies to practice reading and literacy skills together. Please note that this is not a tutoring program.For Grades 2 - 4 Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs accessible for…

Reading Buddies

Little Buddies are paired with Big Buddies to practice reading and literacy skills together. Please note that this is not a tutoring program.For Grades 2 - 4 Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs accessible for…

ink Teen Advisory Group

Are you interested in helping put together ink Volume 9? ink Teen Advisory Group members are involved in all aspects of the magazine's publishing cycle, including selecting pieces, magazine design and layout, and planning the launch…

A View From Above - Remembering Preston Buffalo

Central Library Tour

Are you curious about special features at VPL's largest location? Join us for a guided tour of the resources and public spaces on the nine floors of the Central Library! This program is drop-in. Meet your guide outside the main…

Making Kin at the End of the World

GCBA Connect | Vancouver 10

Join Us for Our Monthly Get-Together! We happily continue our series of monthly gatherings in 2026! It’s the perfect chance to meet new people, catch up with friends, and enjoy a great evening together.To help us organize more efficiently, RSVP by getting your free ticket in adva.

The Laugh Gallery with Graham Clark

Live stand-up comedy every Thursday at 7:30pm in Gastown, at Little Mountain Gallery, 110 Water Street. Three-time Canadian Comedy Award winner Graham Clark hosts an all-star night of comedy with trivia and prizes. Every audience member gets a Trivial Pursuit card on the way in.

Stand-Up Showcase

Live stand-up comedy every Thursday at 9pm in Gastown, in the Raccoon Room at Little Mountain Gallery, 110 Water Street. Professional and amateur comedians come showcase their material, with some working out new jokes and others perfecting their sets.

Adult Colouring Club

Relax and enjoy the many benefits of colouring with like-minded creatives. We'll provide the colouring pages and pencil crayons! Drop-in. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an …

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility Information: Takes place in Children’s Area. Participants are welcome to move or take breaks as needed. Caregivers may…

ESL Conversation Practice

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up.Attendees must register for each session individually.For intermediate speakers.Accessibility…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility information:VPL's Children's Services is working to make our programs accessible to all Vancouver kids. If you have an access need…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Drop-in. Accessibility Information: Participants are welcome to move or take breaks as needed.Caregivers may breast or bottle-feed babies…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0- 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility information: VPL's Children's Services is working to make our…

Baby Stay and Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility Information: Participants are welcome to move or take breaks as needed.Participants can sit on the floor, in chairs or stand at…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have not…

ESL Conversation Practice

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up. For intermediate speakers. Drop-in.

Family Stay and Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together.Accessibility information: VPL's Children's…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility Information: Takes place in Children’s Area. Participants are…

Family Storytime Online

An interactive program for children and their grown ups. Have fun while learning rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories from the comfort of your own home. For children ages newborn - 5 years old. Please note: For this program you will need a…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have not addressed here,…

Sound Recording Orientation

Are you interested in learning about recording audio in the Inspiration Lab? Come by for an orientation where staff will show you the library's audio recording equipment and studios and explain the booking process. After attending this…

Tech Help

Need help using your computer, tablet, smartphone or e-reader? Do you have questions about using social media or the Internet? Bring your device and get help with your technology questions from library staff.No registration required.

Chess and Games Club

Come to the library to try a variety of chess, card and board games. Test your luck and skill against other kids. All games provided. New players welcome. Drop-in. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for…

KidsZone

Meet other kids and share books, crafts, and fun activities at the library. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. Grades K-7. Drop-in Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to…

LEGO® Block Party

Drop in for some LEGO® building fun at this block party! Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. For Grades K-7. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the…

Reading Buddies

Little Buddies are paired with Big Buddies to practice reading and literacy skills together. Please note that this is not a tutoring program.For Grades 2 - 4 Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs accessible for…

Game Changers

It's Friday, Friday Club

Meet other kids and share books, crafts, and fun activities at the library. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. Grades K-7. Drop-in. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to…

Grad School Improv

Grad School Improv is Vancouver’s ultimate genre-based improv comedy happening every third Friday of the month at LMG! Known for such hits as Point Grey's Anatomy, White (Rock) Lotus and Burrard St. Bridgerton, GSI creates riveting improv based on your favourite TV and movies.

2010s NIGHT (Bruno Mars Unofficial Afterparty) @ GRETA VANCOUVER

24K Magic doesn’t end when the lights come on. Bruno Mars is in Vancouver, and once the concert wraps, we’re keeping the night going at GRETA.

FOR REAL FRIDAYS: r4p&b

Happy Ending Fridays

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Drop-in. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs…

LEGO® Block Party

Drop in for some LEGO® building fun at this block party! Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together.Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Drop-in. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs…

Family Stay and Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to…

Firehall Fibre Arts Circle

Connect with other crafters in the community! Knit, crochet, embroider, mend, and more at this casual crafting time where you can work on a project and meet your neighbours. Please bring your own project; all skill levels welcome. Accessibility…

Dunbar Fall Book Club

Do you love reading and want to share your thoughts and opinions with your friends and neighbours? Join the Dunbar Branch Book Club! Every month we read a book and meet to engage in a relaxed and informal discussion of popular fiction and …

ESL Conversation Practice

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up. For intermediate English speakers.Drop‑in. 14 spots available. First come, first…

LEGO® Block Party

Drop in for some LEGO® building fun at this block party! Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the…

ESL Conversation Practice

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up. For intermediate speakers. Drop in.

LEGO® Block Party

Drop in for some LEGO® building fun at this block party! Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program.…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Drop-in. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs…

Family Stay and Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to…

Bloodfeud: Stand-up vs Improv

Bloodfeud is the ultimate comedy battle between stand up and improv. The first half is stand up, while the second half is a long form improv set inspired by the stand up sets. Comedy glory is up for grabs, but mostly this is a fun show where you get the best of both worlds.

20/20/20 Vancouver Stand-Up Comedy

Little Mountain Gallery presents: 20/20/20. A monthly stand-up comedy featuring three of the city’s best comedians.

Comedy Bingo!

‼️ WARNING ‼️ ⚠️ THIS IS NOT A NORMAL COMEDY SHOW! ⚠️ It's Comedy Bingo! Comedians compete while you (the audience) play BINGO for prizes and glory! There's laughs! There's fun! There's too much happening on stage! YES WE ARE ACTUALLY PLAYING BINGO This show will be presented in .

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible…

Man in the Moon

VPL’s Man in the Moon program provides opportunities for fathers and caregivers who are men and non-binary to learn ways to support early literacy and language development in their children through playing, singing, talking and…

Family Stay and Play

Drop in to explore library books and toys during this playtime for connecting with other families. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility Information Movement-based activities can be adapted to…

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible…

LEGO® Block Party

Come to the library for some LEGO® building fun at this block party! Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of…

ESL Conversation Practice

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up. For intermediate speakers. Drop in.Due to renovations Fraserview Branch may be closed. Please…

The Learnary Stitchery

Bring your hand stitching project (embroidery, knitting, crochet, etc.), share skills and socialize. In partnership with The Learnary. Free, Drop-in.

ESL Conversation Practice

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up. For intermediate speakers. Drop-in. Accessibility Information:VPL is committed to making our…

Sunday Series: Stand-Up Showcase

Live stand-up comedy every Sunday at 7pm in Gastown, at Little Mountain Gallery, 110 Water Street. Professional and amateur comedians take the stage to showcase their material, some working out brand-new jokes, others perfecting their sets.

Family Storytime

Rhymes, songs, and stories for young children and their caregivers. For ages 0 - 5 years, open to children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have not addressed here,…

PAWS 4 Stories

Children can practice read-aloud skills in 15-minute, one-on-one sessions with a therapy dog and their human companion. Parents and caregivers should be present during the program. Registration is required. Space is limited. Please phone…

Studio Mondays

Come and be inspired by our library materials and have some hands-on fun with simple art activities. Please dress to get messy. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. For Grades …

Teen Drop-In

Looking for a new place to hang out or study beyond school and home? Stop by the Teen Space to chill, study, and connect with your peers at this weekly meet-up. Here’s what to expect: A quiet, laid-back space to read, study, and…

SFU Writer’s Studio Writing Consults at Kitsilano Branch

Are you working on a writing project and need a nudge in the right direction? Sign up for a 45-minute, one-to-one manuscript consultation with a graduate of Simon Fraser University's The Writer's Studio: Creative Writing Certificate…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have not addressed here,…

Babytime

Rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and their babies. For ages 0 – 18 months. Drop-in. This program takes place inside the Peretz Centre for Secular Jewish Culture where the Oakridge Library used to be located. Accessibility…

Teen Advisory Group

TAG stands for Teen Advisory Group – a place where you can share your ideas about the library’s teen programs, services and collections! Our citywide TAGs bring teens together from all over Vancouver using Teams or in-person! Get community…

Teen Advisory Group

TAG stands for Teen Advisory Group – a place where you can share your ideas about the library’s teen programs, services and collections! Our citywide TAGs bring teens together from all over Vancouver using Teams or in-person! Get community…

False Creek Fools Improv

The False Creek Fools perform a narrative improv show the third Tuesday of each month! Our dream is to one day be sponsored by False Creek Fuels, but we’re too nervous to ask if they like like us.

Story Circle for Adults

This monthly program is for adults with developmental disabilities and their families, friends and caregivers. Join us in an accessible, relaxed and fun community setting for stories, music and more! Registration is required. Accessibility…

Teen Art Hive

Meet other teen artists, discuss creative projects and exchange ideas at this bi-weekly in-person meet-up. Get your creative juices flowing with art prompts, explore new media using our supplies, and learn new techniques from guest…

Teen Advisory Group

TAG stands for Teen Advisory Group – a place where you can share your ideas about the library’s teen programs, services and collections! Our citywide TAGs bring teens together from all over Vancouver using Teams or in-person! Get community…

Teen Advisory Group

TAG stands for Teen Advisory Group – a place where you can share your ideas about the library’s teen programs, services and collections! Our citywide TAGs bring teens together from all over Vancouver using Teams or in-person! Get…

Hastings Branch Book Club

Do you love reading and want to share your thoughts and opinions with like-minded folks? Join the Hastings Branch Book Club. Every month we read a book and meet to engage in lively discussions of popular fiction and nonfiction. VPL is…

LEGO® Block Party

Drop in for some LEGO® building fun at this block party! Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. Grades K-7. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of…

LEGO® Block Party

Drop in for some LEGO® building fun at this block party! Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program.…

KidsZone

Meet other kids and share books, crafts, and fun activities at the library. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. Grades K-7. Drop-in. Accessibility Information VPL is committed…

Teen Advisory Group

TAG stands for Teen Advisory Group – a place where you can share your ideas about the library’s teen programs, services and collections! Our citywide TAGs bring teens together from all over Vancouver using Teams or in-person! Get…

Teen Advisory Group

TAG stands for Teen Advisory Group – a place where you can share your ideas about the library’s teen programs, services and collections! Our citywide TAGs bring teens together from all over Vancouver using Teams or in-person! Get community…

Astra Lumina

Tech Help

Need help using your computer, tablet, smartphone or e-reader? Do you have questions about using social media or the Internet? Bring your device and get help with your technology questions from library staff. Registration required. Call…

Block Coding with Spheros

Learn how to block code using Spheros robots and iPads. Grades 5-7. Registration is required. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have not addressed…

Games Social for Seniors and Adults

Interested in meeting other game enthusiasts in the neighbourhood? Connect with friends or make new ones over games at the library. Bring your own, or select something from our game collection: Rummikub, Chess, Uno, Ticket to Ride and many…

Happy Hour Comedy

Join us for an evening of jokes!Hosted by Pariya Zabihi, Happy Hour Comedy brings together some of our funniest local comedians, with credits including Just for Laughs Vancouver, Yuk Yuks, and CBC Radio.Show Length: ~75 minutesTickets:Early Bird: $15.00+ taxOnline: $18.00+ taxDoo.

AC Legal Services

Need legal help? Volunteers from Amici Curiae Friends of Court are available for free, confidential appointments to help anyone complete legal paperwork. No personal advice provided. Kailangan mo ba ng legal na tulong? Tutulungan namin kayo…

Digitization Orientation

Do you have some analogue media that you want to digitize? Join us in the Inspiration Lab to learn how to use our video (VHS, 8mm, and DV), audio (cassette tapes), and image (slides, negatives, photos) digitization equipment. Find…

Punch Up! Comedy

Vancouver’s funniest comics come together to roast…whatever you want! Who or what needs to be taken down a peg? Got a pet peeve you need to get off your chest? Our producers will be asking before the show and recording your answers! Comics will finish their set and draw a subject.

Luxury Wine Tasting and Paint at Van Urban Collective - BC

Vancouver Canucks vs. Minnesota Wild

Thank you for your purchase. Your contact information and ticket sales data will be shared by the Vancouver Canucks with the NHL to better understand fans and fan engagement across the NHL, including its member clubs.

Tech Help

Need help using your computer, tablet, smartphone or e-reader? Do you have questions about using social media or the Internet? Bring your device and get help with your technology questions from library staff.No registration required.

Cut & Paste: Collage Workshop

Interested in collage crafting? This is a relaxed environment for you to dream up and create your own collage art. There will be tips, prompts and many magazines to choose from. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our…

Tech Help

Need help using your computer, tablet, smartphone or e-reader? Do you have questions about using social media or the Internet? Bring your device and get help with your technology questions from library staff. Accessibility InformationVPL is…

Ask a Career Counsellor

Drop by to learn how WorkBC can help you reach your career goals. We help with career planning, writing resumes, preparing for job interviews, funding for training, and more! In partnership with WorkBC

Coffee and Crafts

Calling all crafters! Join us for a fun evening of sharing skills and socializing over crafts and a cup of coffee or tea. Bring your own knitting, crochet, or other craft project to work on, or use the provided supplies to…

Vancouver's North Shore Craft Beer Festival

L'heure du conte en français/ French Storytime

Comptines, chansons et histoires pour les jeunes enfants et leurs accompagnateurs. Pour les enfants de 0 à 5 ans, ouvert aux enfants de tous âges et toutes habiletés pour qu’ils puissent apprendre et s’amuser ensemble. Rhymes, songs, and…

Cut & Paste: Collage Workshop

Interested in collage crafting? This is a relaxed environment for you to dream up and create your own collage art. There will be tips, prompts and many magazines to choose from. All English levels welcome. Accessibility Information: VPL…

LEGO® Block Party

Drop in for some LEGO® building fun at this block party! Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the…

Stand Festival

Bloedel Conservatory - November 2026

Bloedel Conservatory is a domed lush paradise located in Queen Elizabeth Park atop the City of Vancouver’s highest point.

VanDusen Botanical Garden - November 2026

VanDusen Botanical Garden is a 55-acre oasis in the heart of Vancouver with over 7,500 plant species and varieties from around the world! Spot and photograph local wildlife, find your way through an Elizabethan hedge maze, unwind in a serene setting, dine on the patios of Truffle.

Stand Festival: NDABAGA Code

Sunn O )))

BuilderFest

Caution, construction ahead! Use mystery materials to engineer a structural masterpiece. The materials change with every program! Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. Grades K-7.…

SFU Writer’s Studio Writing Consults at Mount Pleasant Branch

Are you working on a writing project and need a nudge in the right direction? Sign up for a 45-minute, one-to-one manuscript consultation with a graduate of Simon Fraser University's The Writer's Studio: Creative Writing Certificate…

26th Annual Chutzpah! Festival

Introducing The Aces with Special Guest Gatlin

Legal Age 19+ (Valid Photo I.D Required)MODO-LIVE, presents... Introducing The Aces with Special Guest Gatlin Monday, November 2nd, 2026 Hollywood Theatre Vancouver, BC

LSBC's 11th Annual Invest in BC presented by Lumira Ventures

AI for Everyday Life

AI is changing how we interact with technology, and it already powers many tools and services we use every day. If you are curious about the latest AI headlines but unsure what they mean for your day-to-day life, you’re in the right place.…

STEAM Buddies: Teen Training Session

Be a big buddy and earn community service hours! Buddies will help kids explore a different aspect of STEAM each week using LEGO, Osmos, and Spheros. For ages 13 - 18 *Please note regular sessions begin one week after Teen Training…

Climate Solutions 101: A Positive Vision for the Future

Are you feeling anxious about climate change? You are not alone. Join educators from RegenerateBC for an interactive workshop on climate science, solutions, misinformation, and effective actions you can take. Leave with an action plan…

2026 JMF Festival Pass 活動通行證

Claim your Jade Music Fest Festival Pass to experience six days of music & cross-cultural connection from November 3–8! Jade Music Fest is an annual music event celebrating Chinese-language music and Asian heritage, bringing together local and international artists in a vibrant a.

ChutzPack

IMPORTANT INFO: You have to choose all tickets at one time. A ChutzPack is your pass to 4 shows at Chutzpah! for the price of $34 per show.

Vancouver Pro Musica Presents: Percussion Duo

EVENT DESCRIPTION Vancouver Pro Musica is excited to present Greg Samek and Niki Hung, who will perform seven NEW works by BC composers for Percussion Duo at Notional Space.

BlackGate

New sounds from Ireland Irish double bassist and composer Caimin Gilmore joins internationally acclaimed artists Kate Ellis and Lavinia Meijer for an evening of music that moves between contemporary classical, folk, experimental sound, and electronics.

Local Artists Showcase: Opening Night!

The Chutzpah! Festival is known as an international performing arts festival, and while we love introducing Vancouverites to artists from around the world, we also have some amazing talent closer to home.

Plini - An Unnameable Desire North American Tour

Vancouver Canucks vs. Anaheim Ducks

Thank you for your purchase. Your contact information and ticket sales data will be shared by the Vancouver Canucks with the NHL to better understand fans and fan engagement across the NHL, including its member clubs.

Jeffrey Martin with Sam Weber

Legal Age 19+ (Valid Photo I.D Required)MODO-LIVE presents... JEFFREY MARTIN w/ Special Guest SAM WEBER Tuesday November 3rd, 2026 Wise Hall Vancouver, BC

King Buffalo with L.A. Witch

Legal Age 19+ (Valid Photo I.D. Required)MODO-LIVE, The Plant present King Buffalo w/ L.A. Witch Tuesday November 3rd, 2026 The Pearl Vancouver, BC

Storytelling in the Time of Climate Change

How do we stay curious and feel wonder towards nature during a time of climate change? How can we use storytelling to celebrate the beauty, strength, and resilience of the natural world? In this workshop, you'll explore both how stories…

BYOB-Bring your Own Book club

Are you an older adult (or friend) who love reading and want to share your thoughts and opinions with other folks? Join the Britannia Branch Bring Your Own Book Club! Every month we meet to engage in lively discussions of popular…

Fun with Pet Rocks

Turn regular rocks into pet rocks with a bit of paint and some glue! Please bring your own rock or two and come dressed in a paint-friendly outfit (smocks or old t-shirts recommended!). Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the…

Make It: Agamograph

Flex your creative muscle in this pop-up maker space event! Join us and make your very own agamograph. An agamograph is a type of kinetic optical illusion art that shifts between two or different images depending on the viewing angle.…

Whiteboard Animation

Bring your love of movies and stories to life on library iPads. This session we will be animating with individual whiteboards and dry-erase markers.For Grades K-7. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for…

Reading Buddies

Little Buddies are paired with Big Buddies to practice reading and literacy skills together. Please note that this is not a tutoring program.For Grades 2 - 4 Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs accessible for…

Archery Drop-In | Wed, Nov. 4, 2026

Drop-in to our shoot on Wed, Nov. 4, 2026 from 5:00-7:00pm at Robert F. Osborne, UBC, Vancouver. You can borrow our equipment during the shoot - including bows, arrows, and targets - at no additional cost! Archers of all levels are welcome, from beginners to seasoned archers.

Financial Planning for Post-Secondary Education

This workshop covers ways to maximize your savings, apply for scholarships, utilize RESPs, and find the best summer & part-time jobs to help fund education. Identify multiple funding sources for education, learn how to stretch your…

Annual Indigenous Business Award Gala

Budgeting for the Holidays

The holiday season can be a time of joy–but also financial stress. This workshop provides practical tips for budgeting for gifts, travel, and entertainment, while avoiding overspending and the post-holiday financial hangover. Learn to…

Is Intoxication the Mother of Invention?

Mount Pleasant Book Club

Do you love reading and want to share your thoughts and opinions with like-minded folks? Join the Mount Pleasant Branch Book Club! Every month we read a book and meet to engage in lively discussions of popular fiction and nonfiction. Dates…

Zahra Ebrahim: Women, Walking

What is it like to move through the world on foot, as a woman? Women, Walking is a new anthology that explores the broad spectrum of women’s experiences and perspectives on walking. The list of contributors includes…

Things My Dad Kept

After a sold-out run at the 2025 Toronto Fringe Festival, where it won T.O.

BOMBER LOVE / BRING ME FLOWERS

THE ROXY AND LIVE ACTS CANADA PRESENT BOMBER LOVE / BRING ME FLOWERS WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 4TH 2026 DOORS @ 8PM $12 ADV / $15 @ DOOR ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE BANDS ADMISSION IS FOR THE ENTIRE NIGHT +19 FOR ENTRY ID REQUIRED FOR ENTRY / SUBJECT TO CAPACITY SHOW YOUR ROXY EVENT TICKET A.

BRINGS ME FLOWERS / BOMBER LOVE

Sienna Spiro - Vogue Theatre - BC

Sienna Spiro comes to the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver for an intimate evening showcasing the remarkable voice and heartfelt songwriting.

Ballet BC: Bodies & Voices

Cirque du Soleil: Luzia

Sienna Spiro: My House Tour

SFU Writer’s Studio Writing Consults at Central Library

Are you working on a writing project and need a nudge in the right direction? Sign up for a 45-minute, one-to-one manuscript consultation with a graduate of Simon Fraser University's The Writer's Studio: Creative Writing Certificate…

Budgeting for the Holidays

The holiday season can be a time of joy–but also financial stress. This workshop provides practical tips for budgeting for gifts, travel, and entertainment, while avoiding overspending and the post-holiday financial hangover. Learn to…

Keva® Plank Party

Drop in to the library for some Keva® construction fun! Connect with other kids and explore the excitement of engineering. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. Grades K - 7. Drop-in. …

STEAM Buddies: Teen Training Session

Be a big buddy and earn community service hours! Buddies will help kids explore a different aspect of STEAM each week using LEGO, Osmos, and Spheros. For ages 13 - 18 *Please note regular sessions begin one week after Teen Training…

STEAM Buddies: Teen Training Session

Be a big buddy and earn community service hours! Buddies will help kids explore a different aspect of STEAM each week using LEGO, Osmos, and Spheros. For ages 13 - 18 *Please note regular sessions begin one week after Teen Training…

Climate Cafe Vancouver

Are you interested in exploring your thoughts and feelings about climate change in a supportive, non-judgmental environment? Join our climate café for an evening of meaningful conversation and community care. Together, we create a…

Level Up Your Library Skills

Unlock the full potential of your library card! Join us for a tour of the library website and learn to search the catalogue, access eBooks, stream videos, listen to audiobooks, check events, and more. Learners are encouraged to bring…

Parents Time Online: Advocating for Learning Needs at School

Learn how to confidently advocate for your child’s needs at school. This workshop covers psychoeducational assessments, IEPs, and effective collaboration with your school team. You’ll gain practical tools and guidance to navigate your…

Creator Series: Inside the Relationship Dish Podcast

Ever wonder what it takes to get a podcast off the ground and keep it running?Join Iona Monk and Pam Stewart, creators of the Relationship Dish podcast, alongside their producer Jenn Jensen for a discussion about podcasting. As regular…

Inspiration, Perspiration, Frustration: Overcoming Creative Blocks

Have a great idea but just can’t seem to get started? Or perhaps nothing you create seems good enough? All artists, no matter how skilled or dedicated, get stuck at some point in their creative lives. It’s frustrating, but it doesn't have…

Giorgos Xatzipavlou - “Comedy in Γκρικ”

After sell-out shows across 35 cities worldwide, Greece’s biggest touring comedian, Giorgos Xatzipavlou, comes to Vancouver. In this show, Giorgos dives into everyday life with his unique blend of storytelling and observational comedy.

Ashwyn Singh in Vancouver: The Imperfect Ally Tour

Kristin

Choreographer May Zarhy brings Kristin, a choreographic sketch made of a series of physical positions, to Vancouver for its North American premiere.

Miesha and the Spanks

Poetic, leather-jacked and wicked, the Calgary-based garage rock duo, Miesha and the Spanks will grace the stage of the Fox Cabaret along with Vancouver singer-songwriter Francis Baptiste on Thursday, November 5, brought together by VIM curator, programmer, musician and community.

VSO: Prokofiev's Cinderella

Quadeca

No minors. Must be 19+ with valid gov't issued ID for entry. Doors 7pm / Show 8pm. Online tickets will go offsale at 4:00 pm Day of Show and will be available for purchase from door time on at the venue will call only.

The Smashing Pumpkins: The Rats In A Cage Tour

SYML

Storytelling Workshop with Ronit Rubinstein

After a sold-out run at the 2025 Toronto Fringe Festival, where it won T.O. Live’s Best of Fringe, Things My Dad Kept by Ronit Rubenstein will receive its West Coast Premiere at this year’s Chutzpah!Come and join her for a storytelling workshop.

Family Movie: GOAT

Visit the library and enjoy free, kid-friendly movies. For children and their accompanying caregivers. Drop-in.This week: GOAT (2026)A small goat with big dreams gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball, a…

Opening Reception - November Exhibition

OPENING RECEPTION Friday, November 6th from 6-9pm Come Meet & Greet the artists, enjoy the art & libations! ‘Resonance & Rhythm; Art in Harmony’ November 4th - 29th, 2026

Spontaneous Shakespeare

The Spontaneous Shakespeare Company Present-SPONTANEOUS SHAKESPEAREImprovised Shakespearean EpicsThey've played to sold out houses all over North America, won awards and critical acclaim: And it all starts here at Little Mountain Gallery! Every month the Spontaneous Shakespeare C.

Teddy Swims - Rogers Arena

Teddy Swims takes the stage at Rogers Arena in Vancouver for an unforgettable night of soul, pop, and R&B.

Vancouver Pro Musica Presents: Improv Trio

Vancouver Pro Musica is excited to present Matthew Ariaratnam (guitar), Meredith Bates (violin) and Marina Hasselberg (cello), who will perform four NEW works by BC composers for Improv Trio at Notional Space.

2026 Jade Music Fest: 2 Shows Package

2026 Jade Music Fest presents three exciting ticketed shows, along with two special ticket packages at discounted prices to thank everyone who has supported us on our journey of connecting culture and identity through music. Here’s the ticket page for the 2 Shows Package.

2026 Jade Music Fest: 3 Shows Package

2026 Jade Music Fest presents three exciting ticketed shows, along with two special ticket packages at discounted prices to thank everyone who has supported us on our journey of connecting culture and identity through music. Here’s the ticket page for the 3 Shows Package.

Forbidden City C-pop Drag Show: Love Before Wi-Fi 紫禁城華語變裝秀：千禧熱線

Click here for discounted ticket package. *2 Shows Package 優惠雙場套票 *3 Shows Package 優惠三場套票 Remember life before smartphones? Waiting for that phone call. Sending a text to your crush. Rushing home to catch your favourite idol drama.

Seasoned (Improv Comedy)

Seasoned is an improv show with Ese Atawo, Ronald Dario and Kevin Vidal. You've seen these three performers on TV, film and in the ads that interrupt your YouTube videos.

52ND STREET (Billy Joel Tribute) / RUNNIN DOWN A DREAM ( Tom Petty tribute)

THE ROXY PRESENTS 52ND STREET (Billy Joel Tribute) / RUNNIN DOWN A DREAM ( Tom Petty tribute) FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6TH 2026 DOORS @ 8PM $12 ADV / $16 @ DOOR ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE BANDS TICKETS VALID UNTIL 9:30 PM | ADMISSION IS FOR THE ENTIRE NIGHT +19 FOR ENTRY ID REQUIRED FOR ENTRY.

An Evening with Those Types

Those Types, Richmond’s tallest improv troupe, is putting on their first show in the big city! Come watch Brandon, Duke, Mark, Rachel, and Ricco do an hour-long improv show packed with creativity, hilarity, and fun. This show will be presented in the Raccoon Room (Second floor).

MADE BY WE Presents: Kade Young + SDOT

MADE BY WE is back to present a night of high-energy, hard-hitting club music straight from the source. Coming out all the way from the DMV, Baltimore legends Kade Young + SDOT will grace our city to show us how they really get down in the birthplace of club music.

UBC Thunderbirds Volleyball vs. TRU Wolfpack

*UBC Students, please get your FREE student tickets by entering the access key, or get in free at the door!* UBC Thunderbirds Volleyball vs.

Teddy Swims: The UGLY Tour

Skydiggers

Sammy Virji: North America Tour

Sammy Virji: North America Tour 2026 Part 2

Matt Johnson: Magician & Escape Artist

Jessi Cruickshank DJ's: Evening Club - A Dance Party - 7-10 PM

Legal Age 19+ (Valid Photo I.D. Required)MODO-LIVE Presents: JESSI CRUICKSHANK DJ's: EVENING CLUB - A Dance Party - 7-10pm Friday, November 6th, 2026 The Pearl Vancouver, BC DIFFERENT SET, SAME (BED)TIME.

The Tallest Man On Earth

Delivery is delayed for this event, tickets will be released 72 hours prior to the show.

Quest Master, Cliwen

Timbre Concerts presents Quest Master With Guest Clīwen. For more info on Timbre Concerts and their upcoming concerts visit www.timbreconcerts.com.

The Love Tour: An All-New Countess Cabaret Starring Luann de Lesseps

DIWALI

Legal Age 19+ (Valid Photo I.D. Required)

Staircase Sounds: Lache Cercel & The Roma Jazz Ensemble

Our monthly concert series Staircase Sounds returns to the Central Library for a third season of free public concerts that celebrate the incredible diversity of Vancouver's musical communities. The second performance in this…

Blender Workshops

Join the Vancouver Blender User Group in the Inspiration Lab for a series of workshops about the open-source 3D animation software Blender. This event will feature both presentations and hands-on practice with Blender on our computers, and…

Silent Reading Party

Are you tired of endlessly scrolling on your phone? Do you want to finally finish that book on your shelf? Britannia Branch is hosting a silent reading party: a social space where patrons can sit together and quietly read. Enjoy…

Studio Saturdays

Come and be inspired by our library materials and have some hands-on fun with simple art activities. Please dress to get messy. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. For Grades K-7…

2026 Jade Music Fest Showcase D: Jump to the Funk

Click here for discounted ticket package. *3 Shows Package 優惠三場套票 Jade Music Fest elevates Chinese-language and mother tongue-based music in Canada and around the world.

Fistful of Crime: An Improvised Hong Kong Gangster Film

Dive headfirst into the seedy underworld of triads, violence, and all the dumplings you can eat in Fistful of Crime! In this one-of-a-kind improv show, you'll experience the hallmark gangster cinema from 80s and 90s Hong Kong, reimagined and remixed on-the-spot by Vancouver's pre.

2026 Jade Music Fest Showcase D

Chest Fever: 50th Anniversary of The Last Waltz

Saints Players Presents: A View from the Bridge - Nov 7

Kosha Dillz

Rami Even-Esh, aka Kosha Dillz, is more than your average rapper.

Diwali Fusion Bollywood Boat Party Vancouver 2026 | Diwali On The Water

Vancouver’s Biggest 7th Annual Diwali Boat Party Is Back! 🪔✨🚢 Celebrate the Festival of Lights aboard the Diwali Fusion Bollywood Boat Party Vancouver 2026! On Saturday, November 7, step onto a floating celebration filled with Bollywood music, festive fashion, dancing, and specta.

Crowd Source Comedy

The audience provides topics and comedians create material on the spot based on suggestions pulled out of the bin. It's spontaneous comedy the first Saturday of every month with host, Niki Mohrdar! This show will be presented in the Raccoon Room (Second floor).

Alix Perez at SUBculture Saturdays #DigitalMotion16YR

Digital Motion & Clearz presents SUBculture Saturdays 11.7.2026 - CELEBRATING 16 YEARS OF DIGITAL MOTION & 10 YEARS OF 1985 MUSIC - Few artists have shaped modern bass music the way Alix Perez has.

Austentatious An Improvised Jane Austen Novel

VAM Symphony Orchestra: Legends of the Console

Pentatonix: Christmas in the City Tour

Delhi 2 Dublin - 20th Anniversary Tour Finale

General Admission No Minors! Gov't ID Required.

INOHA with Buddha Trixie & Flight By Nothing

All AgesMODO-LIVE presents... INOHA with Buddha Trixie & Flight By Nothing Saturday, November 7th, 2026 The Pearl Vancouver, BC

Gorgon City

Kicking PancreAS™ 5KM Run/Walk

Syd - Early Entry VIP Upgrade

Syd: Beard Tour

Doss X CFCF

Lucy (Cooper B. Handy) with Nation

Legal Age 19+ (Valid Photo I.D. Required)MODO-LIVE, The Plant Present Lucy (Cooper B. Handy) w/ Nation Saturday, November 7th 2026 The American Vancouver, BC

Playhouse Pres: Innellea

R&B ONLY LIVE - Vancouver, BC

19+ R&B ONLY LIVE is coming to your city for the ultimate R&B experience.

VAM Symphony Orchestra: Legends of the Console

From the heroic adventures of The Legend of Zelda and the whimsical charm of Animal Crossing, to the epic landscapes of Skyrim, the emotional storytelling of The Last of Us, and the timeless melodies of Super Mario, this concert celebrates some of the most beloved video game soun.

Welcome to the Table - Indie Table Top Role Playing Games for Adults

Ever wondered if they make Table Top Role Playing Games (TTRPGs) that aren’t about killing? That don’t need a Dungeon Master? That use Tarot cards instead of dice? Or even games you can play by yourself? They do! If dungeon…

Yiddish in Practice: Translating Songs from English into Yiddish

Award-winning playwright and performer Tamara Micner will lead participants in an interactive workshop where they will learn how to translate popular songs into Yiddish! As a Yiddish educator, Tamara knows tips and tricks to approaching the language, and is excited to share that .

Yiddish Translation Workshop with Tamara Micner

Old songs, New friends 華語金曲派對：老歌新朋友

Click here for discounted ticket package. *2 Shows Package 優惠雙場套票 *3 Shows Package 優惠三場套票 The nostalgic hits are back with an even bigger lineup and new faces.

Matthew Broussard

Comedian Matthew Broussard is known for his sharp wit and self-effacing humour.

An Evening with Ari'el Stachel

Beck: Ride Lonesome Tour

Boy Golden - Good Goddamn Another Tour

No minors. Must be 19+ with valid gov't-issued ID to attend. Doors 7PM / Show 8PM. Online tickets will go offsale at 4pm day of show, and will then be available to purchase at the venue will call starting at door time (subject to availability).

AHMED MONEKA with MIRAGER

Legal Age 19+ (Valid Photo I.D. Required)MODO-LIVE, The Plant, Infidels Jazz present... AHMED MONEKA w. MIRAGER Sunday November 8th, 2026 The Pearl Vancouver, BC

ISAIAH RASHAD: Lil Sunny's Awful Road Trip

Jon Spencer, Genre Is Death

Timbre Concerts presents Jon Spencer With Guests Genre Is Death. For more info on Timbre Concerts and their upcoming concerts visit www.timbreconcerts.com.

Squirrel Flower with Sour Widows

Legal Age 19+ (Valid Photo I.D. Required)MODO-LIVE, The Plant, Programme present... SQUIRREL FLOWER w/ SOUR WIDOWS Sunday, November 8th, 2026 Wise Hall Vancouver, BC

OARC 47

In the Trenches, Among the Tanks: First and Second World War Records and Resources

This event is presented in English. Join Library and Archives Canada for an introduction to available resources for military history research. Learn how to search for service records for personnel from the First and Second World Wars.…

Art on the iPad

Calling everyone who loves to draw! We start on paper and switch to drawing with fun art apps on library iPads. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. Grades 3-7. Registration. Accessibility…

Lego Family Fun

🧱👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Join us for this Lego Family Fun, a fun and welcoming event created especially for graduate students and their families! This free event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other graduate student families while enjoying an evening of creativity, play, and communit.

An Evening with Ari'el Stachel

For two nights, Tony Award-winner Ari’el Stachel will bring a deeply personal, politically urgent and darkly funny performance to Vancouver audiences.

Penn & Teller

Tadhg Nolan

The Black Angels: Passover 2026 Tour

Vancouver Canucks vs. Philadelphia Flyers

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Allison Russell

Toddler Box Party

A special box party just for toddlers. We'll provide crayons, music and cardboard boxes of all sizes to play with and draw on; you provide the toddlers! For ages 1-3. Drop-in. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs…

STEAM Buddies

Explore the world of STEAM and take on fun challenges with a teen buddy! Each week we’ll discover a different aspect of STEAM using LEGO, Osmos, Spheros, and more. For Grades 2 - 4 Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making…

Music of Iran: Rebwar Music Group

The Music of Iran concert series, presented in collaboration with the Iranian Music Society of BC (IMSBC), celebrates the diverse peoples, languages, and cultures of Iran via intimate musical performances…

Pickling & Preserves Class with Chef Karen Dar Woon & Chef RD Renée Chan

Exile

Making its world premiere at Chutzpah! is Meghann Michalsky’s Exile. Selected for the Banff Centre’s Final Tuning Program, this 5-dancer piece explores the boundaries of Meghann’s primal and rigorous movement signature.

The Total Riff-Off: Featuring Elton Smurf!

The Total Riff-Off is back for a smurfin' good time, but not a long time! Join us for a gameshow with a series of challenges that cover every musical genre in the book.

Brett Goldstein: Sex, Death & Small Talk

Back on the Big Screen: Just Eat It, A Food Waste Story

Lucy Bedroque with pinponpanpon

Dax - The Anger Management Tour

NAZAARA Diwali

Remembrance Day Ceremony

The Soul Flies Away | 35th Annual Remembrance Day Concerts

*Houndmouth: Lordy Moved*

Brett Goldstein

Suzy Sheer, Patch+

Timbre Concerts presents Suzy Sheer With Guests Patch+. Artist Presale: Tue Aug 18 @ 7am Public Onsale: Fri Aug 21 @ 7am For more info on Timbre Concerts and their upcoming concerts visit www.timbreconcerts.com.

KVM Forum 2026

Mending Circle

Bring a favourite worn garment to work on. Practice techniques like visible mending, Kantha, Sashiko, darning, weaving, appliqué and embroidery in a supportive, skill-sharing space. Tools and mostly post-consumer materials are…

Cut & Paste: Collage Workshop

Interested in collage crafting? This is a relaxed environment for you to dream up and create your own collage art. There will be tips, prompts and many magazines to choose from. All English levels welcome. Accessibility Information: VPL…

Amazing Mazes

Use your building skills to engineer a fast, tricky or just plain silly maze to race a marble through. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. Grades K-7. Drop-in. Accessibility…

Button Making

Drop in to draw or create your own miniature artwork and then turn it into a button you can wear! Grades K-7. Drop-in. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. Accessibility…

STEAM Buddies

Explore the world of STEAM and take on fun challenges with a teen buddy! Each week we’ll discover a different aspect of STEAM using LEGO, Osmos, Spheros, and more. For Grades 2 - 4 Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making…

STEAM Buddies

Explore the world of STEAM and take on fun challenges with a teen buddy! Each week we’ll discover a different aspect of STEAM using LEGO, Osmos, Spheros, and more. For Grades 2 - 4 Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making…

2026 U SPORTS Women's Soccer Championship - DAY PASS Nov 12th QF's

The UBC Thunderbirds are excited to Welcome you to the 2026 U SPORTS Women's Soccer Championship! Purchase your Quarter-final day pass here. *Please note that this ticket grants to access to all games on November 12th, seperate tickets must be purchased per day.

2026 U SPORTS Women's Soccer Championship - TOURNAMENT PASS

The UBC Thunderbirds are excited to Welcome you to the 2026 U SPORTS Women's Soccer Championship! Purchase your tournament pass here. *Please note that this ticket grants to access to all games throughout the tournament November 12th - 15th.

Langara Community Lectures: Unprecedented

Topic: Shajar al-Durr: From Slave to Sultana of Egypt Speaker: Dr. Niall Christie, Instructor of History In May 1250, a former slave woman named Shajar al-Durr (“spray of pearls”) was elevated to the position of sultana (ruler) of…

How the Universe Works: From the Death of the Dinosaurs to Us

Nearly 66 million years ago, a ten kilometre wide asteroid struck the Earth just off the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. This was the worst day in the history of our planet, kicking off a series of global-scale natural disasters,…

U SPORTS Women's Soccer Championship

Expanded Cinema: Inner Time by Horațiu Rădulescu

Expanded Cinema is a series of performances that combine cinema with live music, movement, theatre, and more. Inner Time by Romanian composer Horațiu Rădulescu is a sonic ecology shaped by patterns found in the natural world,…

Duo Andalus

Duo Andalus will bring their intimate performance to this year’s Chutzpah! Festival. LALA Tamar and Ofer Ronen are two accomplished musicians who come together in this intimate encounter of voice and strings, sounds and cultures.

BOYNEXTDOOR

The Little Match Girl

VSO: Liszt Piano Concerto No. 1

Lumière Festival

Foy Vance World Tour | 2026 & 2027, Bonnie Bishop, Ryan McMullan

Timbre Concerts presents Foy Vance World Tour | 2026 & 2027 Celebrating "The Wake" And The Songs of "If" With support from Bonnie Bishop and Ryan McMullan $1 per ticket goes to HER Campaign: https://hercampaign.org/about/.

2026 KOYOTE FESTIVAL North America Tour

Houndmouth: The Lordy Tour

The Bros. Landreth: Tumbling Wild Tour 2026

Legal Age 19+ (Valid Photo I.D. Required)MODO-LIVE, presents... The Bros. Landreth: Tumbling Wild Tour 2026 w/ Madeleine Roger Thursday November 12th, 2026 The Pearl Vancouver, BC

True Mountain Laurel with Special Guests

Legal Age 19+ (Valid Photo I.D Required)MODO-LIVE, presents... TRUE MOUNTAIN LAUREL w/ Special Guests Thursday, November 12th, 2026 St James Hall Vancouver, BC

Seniors' Morning at the Movies: Failsafe (1964)

Calling all seniors! Do you love to watch films based on books? Come to the Library’s Montalbano Theatre to enjoy a movie with your morning coffee, meet and mingle with other seniors, and chat about classic films and the books that inspired…

Watercolour Seascapes

Are you looking to try watercolour painting? Learn to paint water and seascapes in this beginner friendly, hands-on workshop. We will practice some fundamental watercolour techniques, and bring sketches to life with watercolours.…

Family Movie: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh

Visit the library and enjoy free, kid-friendly movies. For children and their accompanying caregivers. Drop-in.This week: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (1977)Join pals Pooh, Piglet, Kanga, Roo, Owl, Rabbit, Tigger and Christopher…

2026 U SPORTS Women's Soccer Championship - DAY PASS Nov 13th SF's

The UBC Thunderbirds are excited to Welcome you to the 2026 U SPORTS Women's Soccer Championship! Purchase your Semi-final day pass here. *Please note that this ticket grants to access to all games on November 13th, seperate tickets must be purchased per day.

Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026)

Join us for free movies on our big screen! This week's movie: STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGUOnce a lone bounty hunter, Mandalorian Din Djarin and his apprentice Grogu embark on an exciting new Star Wars adventure. Watch the trailer:…

Two Artists; One Family

“We both came from China, You stayed inside this grand institution, I stayed in a dark basement… …You said to me, The four seas are our home.” –from Gu Xiong’s You and I poetry-portrait of his daughter Yu Gu.

The Am I The Asshole Game

What happens when a hit 1960’s game show meets today’s most infamous Internet rabbit hole? A hilarious night of live comedy! The Am I The Asshole Comedy Game Show combines the sexy swinging fun of The Dating Game with the can-not-look-away cringeworthy captivation of the “Am I Th.

Draft Comedy

Based on popular demands. Get ready to laugh your socks off at Draft Comedy, an awesome in-person event where comedians will throw down their best jokes live! No screens, just pure, unfiltered laughs and good vibes packed into one night.

Fragile: Handle with Care [First Draft Presentation]

Vancouver Independent Music Centre Society and SUM gallery present Fragile: Handle with Care Mark Takeshi McGregor, flute & movement | Parmela Attariwala, violin, movement & sound design Sujit Vaidya, choreography & movement Friday and Saturday, November 13-14: 7:30 pm | Doors an.

Barbara Matijevic & Giuseppe Chico

The Dance Centre presents the Global Dance Connections series Barbara Matijevic & Giuseppe Chico ForecastingForecasting takes you on a mesmerizing journey through the vast, intimate, and often absurd world of amateur YouTube videos.

Global Dance Connections 5-Show Subscription 2026-27

GLOBAL DANCE CONNECTIONS SERIES 2026-27 5-SHOW SUBSCRIPTIONBook 5 shows for $142 (saving up to 25%) + $5 facility improvement fee Accessibility: Performances take place in the Faris Family Studio, our intimate black box theatre space, which is wheelchair-accessible.

That's gay! comedy

Vancouver's favourite queer comedy show, That's gay! comedy is back again at Little Mountain Gallery! Hosted by Erin Purghart, featuring the city's funniest comedians who just so happen to be queer!All are welcome – whether you're queer, trans, straight, questioning, or just drin.

That's gay!

Lest We Forget to Laugh

LEST WE FORGET TO LAUGH 🍁November 13| Vancouver "Lest We Forget" isn't a statutory holiday in Ontario. Four working comedians know this the way you know your rent is due – quietly, and with resentment.

2026 Louis Riel Day Celebration

Raffi

The Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival Fall Series

Take it to the Limit: A Tribute to the Eagles

Vancouver Canucks vs. New York Rangers

Fraserview Book Club

Description Do you love reading and want to share your thoughts and opinions with like-minded folks? Consider joining us at the Fraserview Book Club. Each month we read a book and meet to engage in lively discussions of popular fiction and…

Board Game Jam for Teens

Learn about the board game industry and design principles from local designer Pam Walls. The presentation will be followed by a game jam where participants will be challenged to come up with a board game in under an hour!For teens ages…

Zoom In

Discover the extraordinary in everyday things! Come see how amazing the world is through magnification, and you’ll be seeing everything in a whole new way. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration…

Writing for Tabletop Role-playing Games

Start writing your own tabletop role-playing game! Whether you’re dreaming of writing your own campaign or looking to learn a new style of writing, this workshop will give you the tools to get started. After learning a few TTRPG basics…

Runaway Improv

Put on the kettle or open up the rosé, nothing's better than a roommate coming home with a wild story to share! Runaway Improv is proud to present Strange Roommate: an intimate and hilarious improv show that transforms your suggestions into delightful short and long form scenes a.

Yankl and The Beanstalk

Yankl and the Beanstalk is the Jewish pantomime you’ve been waiting for! Yankl and the Beanstalk takes audiences to the Jewish immigrant communities of East London in the 1890s, into the Daisy Pickle workshop.

Brother Richmond

Headliner

Little Mountain Gallery Presents: Headliner. A monthly stand-up show featuring this city’s most talented professional comedians. Each month there will be a new headliner, a middle act and a host.

CIRQUE DE BOUDOIR - Vancouver! - GET TICKETS

Celebrating 20 years of events, Cirque De Boudoir is taking their kinky fetish circus party on the road for their CDB 20th Anniversary Tour! First stop: Vancouver, British Columbia! Brought to you in collaboration with Sin City & Restricted Entertainment.

Whales - Dangerous Waters Tour at SUBculture Saturdays

Digital Motion & Clearz presents SUBculture Saturdays 11.14.2026 DANGEROUS WATERS TOUR Known for his dark, melodic sound that blends powerful bass lines with hard-hitting synths, Whales has become a notable force in the global bass music scene.

DIYAR

Kyla Cobbler: Gone Rogue

Metal Church and Armored Saint with Livekill

Murder is a Drag

Tyla - The A*Pop World Tour

The Great Albums: John Coltrane's A Love Supreme

Come to the library for a focused listen and a casual discussion of some of the great albums in music. This month we will be listening to John Coltrane's 1965 classic A Love Supreme. VPL is committed to making our programs accessible…

Make It! Jigsaw Puzzles

Flex your creative muscle in this pop-up maker space event! This time, we'll be designing our own jigsaw puzzles. Grades K-7. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. Drop-in. …

FCM: Terra String Quartet

Matt Dusk: A Very Sinatra Christmas

Get the Most Out of Internet Searching

This introductory class teaches you to get the most out of your Internet search. You’ll be introduced to advanced search strategies, learn some practical search tips to get the best results, and discuss principles that ensure you can think…

Jamie Wolf in Vancouver!

Jamie Wolf is one of the fastest-rising comics in North America and he’s in Vancouver for One Night Only! Jamie is a former opiate user with a penchant for tackling dark and taboo subjects with tight writing and a dynamic stage presence that not only makes it work, but makes it k.

National Geographic Live: Wild Cats Revealed with Sandesh Kadur

SHIFT Sessions Vancouver

VIFW: Red Dress Event

Making Merry: Willowbrook’s 11th Annual Charity Shopping Night

Video Recording Orientation

Are you interested in learning about the Inspiration Lab's video recording studio? Come by for an orientation where you can get to know the library's Terry McBride Recording Studio. After attending this session, you'll see what you need to…

Surviving and Thriving Through Difficult Economic Times

In times of economic uncertainty, it’s important to stay calm and plan strategically. This workshop covers ways to adjust your budget, prioritize goals, manage expenses, and make your money last in challenging times. Develop strategies for…

Coding for Kids: Osmos

Learn how to code using iPads and Osmo coding duo. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. For Grades 3-7. Registration. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs…

LEGO® Block Party

Drop in for some LEGO® building fun at this block party! Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program.…

Snap Circuits® Party

Drop in to the library for an electrifying STEM party! Safely experiment hands-on with circuits and electronics while having fun with other kids. For Grades K-7. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration…

Write Now: Scary Stories

Kids, it is time to start writing and thinking creatively! Our fun writing activities will have you writing stories and comics in no time. These programs are appropriate for both advanced writers and beginners. For Grades 2 - 7.…

Archery Drop-In | Wed, Nov. 18, 2026

Drop-in to our shoot on Wed, Nov. 18, 2026 from 5:00-7:00pm at Robert F. Osborne, UBC, Vancouver. You can borrow our equipment during the shoot - including bows, arrows, and targets - at no additional cost! Archers of all levels are welcome, from beginners to seasoned archers.

Twisted Poets Literary Salon

Experience poetry in a variety of expressions and modes at Twisted Poets Literary Salon. Featuring poetry readings and an open mic, there is something for everyone. In partnership with Pandora's Collective.

Will Preparation Basics

This workshop outlines the basics of will preparation, key elements to include, and the benefits of having one. Understand the basics of will preparation and how to create a legally sound will that reflects your wishes. Presented in…

An Evening with Gabor Maté

VIFW: All My Relations Couture

Ask a Career Counsellor: Interview Skills

Are you getting ready for an interview? Do you want to learn how to make a strong first impression? At this program you will learn helpful strategies, get answers to your questions, and boost your confidence for your next opportunity. …

Budgeting for the Holidays

The holiday season can be a time of joy–but also financial stress. This workshop provides practical tips for budgeting for gifts, travel, and entertainment, while avoiding overspending and the post-holiday financial hangover. Learn to…

Ballet Vancouver & Yolonda Skelton

The Dance Centre presents the Discover Dance! seriesBallet Vancouver & Yolonda SkeltonInside the Creative Process: Winterbourne A rare glimpse behind the curtain, this Discover Dance event explores the making of Winterbourne, which enjoyed its world premiere at Ballet Vancouver's.

Chinese Classic Book Club 經典讀書會

Conducted in Mandarin with Cantonese support. Love reading classic in Chinese and want to share your thoughts and experiences with folks? Join our Chinese Classic Book Club. Every month we read a book and meet to engage in lively…

Stress and Sleep Management

Learn about the health benefits of sleep, the relationship between sleep and stress, and strategies for improving your sleep and managing your stress. Presented in Partnership with the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority's Osteoarthritis…

Dynamic Dinosaurs

Calling all amateur paleontologists! Dinosaur bones have been found at the library and we need your help to investigate them. Grades K-7. Drop-in. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the…

Virtual Tween Book Club: So Real!

Join us online to discover new books and connect with other kids. Fantasy, adventure, laugh-out-loud books and graphic novels - each month has a different focus. For Tweens in Grades 4-7. This month we'll be talking about contemporary…

2026 Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design Presentation Ceremony

Read Anywhere: Learn to Use Libby

Are you interested in learning how to access eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines for free from your phone or tablet? Join us for a hands-on workshop where we will cover the basics of using the Libby app to access reading materials from…

Following the Brush: The Art of Zuihitsu Writing

Zuihitsu–“following the brush”–is a thousand-year-old Japanese literary form built on association rather than argument. One thought moves naturally into the next without needing justification: an observation, a memory, a complaint, a…

(Please don’t sue us) Unaffiliated Task-Based Show

(Please don’t sue us) Unaffiliated Task-Based Show* is a chaotic comedy game show where comedians do tasks in a way that is deeply unaffiliated with any other panel comedy show.

Andy Haynes

Andy Haynes headlines Little Mountain Gallery, along with a few appearances of funny friends. This show will be presented in the Salazar Stage (Main floor). This show is produced and curated under a rental model, independent of Little Mountain Gallery.

VIFW: Indigenous Futures - Hip Hop & Streetwear

VSO Pops: Swing the Night Away

Sphero Robot Pirates

Ahoy matey! Create your pirate “costume” for your Sphero robot then swashbuckle your way though challenges, duels and quests. Be careful though, or your pirate may have to walk the plank! Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in…

Dungeons & Dragons 101

Want to try Dungeons & Dragons but don’t know where to start? Learn the basics and then join in on a short campaign. New and experienced players welcome! For teens ages 13-18. Accessibility Information Teen Services is working to make…

Family Movie: Shrek 2

Visit the library and enjoy free, kid-friendly movies. For children and their accompanying caregivers. Drop-in.This week: Shrek 2 (2004)Happily ever after never seemed so far far away when a trip to meet the in-laws turns into a…

Pirate Party

Ahoy! Come aboard for a Pirate adventure on the high seas. Meet other kids and enjoy Pirate-themed crafts, games and activities. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. Drop-in.…

Social Media Marketing Basics

Would you like to build an audience for your creative project? Join us to learn how to share your project with the world! We’ll discuss basic marketing concepts and explain some best practices for getting started with social media. We'll…

STEM Explorers: Magnets!

Connect with other kids and families over the wonders of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)! Play and experiment with the library’s magnets. For Grades K-7. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library…

Studio Friday

Come and be inspired by our library materials and have some hands-on fun with simple art activities. Please dress to get messy. Grades K-7. Drop-in. Accessibility InformationVPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you…

Teen Study, Snacks, and Bad Art

Visit us in our spacious meeting room at the library to study, work on group projects, have some snacks, and create awful art. For teens ages 13-18. Drop-in. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs…

Coding for Kids: Ozobots

Learn how to code using Ozobots. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. Grades 2-7. Registration. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all.…

Family Movie: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

Visit the library and enjoy free, kid-friendly movies. For children and their accompanying caregivers. Drop-in.This week: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022)When Puss in Boots discovers he's used up eight of his nine lives, his doctor…

A Very Vancouver Book Talk

The Museum of Vancouver welcomes Christopher Cheung, author of Very Vancouver; Sam Wiebe, author of Shot in Vancouver: Adventures in Hollywood North; and Justin McElroy, author of Searching for the Best Place on Earth: 52 Countries in 52 Weeks, for a conversation about the city w.

good loser by Alexa Solveig Mardon

November 20 & 21, 2026 | 7:30pmThe Roundhouse Community Centre (181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, BC) New Works is proud to present, in partnership with Mardon + Mitsuhashi, the full-length world premiere of good loser.

It's Got Legs! A Sketch Comedy Showcase

It’s Got Legs is an eventually legendary sketch comedy show that dares to ask “What if comedians put on little plays?”. Come join an all new cast of Vancouver comedians every month as they bring their wildest & weirdest ideas to the stage.

Kyle Lucey: Slippery When Wet

A show that tackles slippery slopes, and it’s so funny you’ll wet your pants. Slippery. When. Wet. Toronto comedian Kyle Lucey is bringing 16 years of stand-up comedy to Little Mountain Gallery for one night only.

Karen Flamenco: Frida

VIFW: Spirit of the West Coast

Murder Is a Drag: Rhinestones are Forever

Read, Sing, Engage! 2026 Conference for Early Childhood Educators

Come be inspired and learn more about supporting children's early literacy skills. The conference is a professional event that offers a chance for Vancouver's early childhood educators, childcare providers and adults working with children…

Movie of the Month: The Old Oak (2023)

Join us at the library for free screenings of new releases and classic films! This month's movie: The Old Oak (2023) In a former mining town in the northeast of England, the only place left for weary locals to gather is the…

Writing the Weird with Kate Black

Life's odd, freaky, and downright embarrassing moments can be the hardest to write – and some of the best portals to creative truth. (Did you know the original meaning of "weird" is "‘having the power to control destiny?") In this workshop,…

Holiday Ball 2026 - Phantom of the Opera

Are you ready to become… the Angel of Ballroom dance? The UBC Dance Club invites all lovers of dance, music, and of course, the Phantom of the Opera to join us for the evening of November 21st, from 5-11pm, at the Polish Cultural Centre, 4015 Fraser St, Vancouver.

Monty Franklin

Monty FranklinAfter sell out shows across Australia, America, Canada, Asia and Europe in 2025 with his show, ‘Is That Your Mate’.

PURR - A Kinky Kitty Sexy Rave - GET TICKETS

GET READY FOR THE RETURN OF PURR, AT OUR FAVOURITE NEW QUEER WAREHOUSE EVENT SPACE! We only do these parties once every 3-6 months, and they are always epic!PURR IS WELL KNOWN TO BE PACKED EVERY TIME, AND TICKETS GO *F*A*S*T ! All the Love Cats & Sex Kittens of Vancouver know tha.

Gentlemens Club at SUBculture Saturdays

Digital Motion & Clearz presents SUBculture Saturdays 11.21.2026 The Gents are incoming! We can’t wait to welcome the rowdy & unstoppable UK-based duo back to the club for their 2nd performance with us.

Chopin Society: Saskia Giorgini

The Music & Legacy of the Eagles: Take It to the Limit

Limited Edition 2

Limited Edition Improv: Instant Theatre’s student groups debut in this lively and unpredictable show. Join us for a night of on-the-spot laughs as these talented performers come together for limited-time fun.

Amanda Marshall

Vancouver Canucks vs. Chicago Blackhawks

Snap Circuits® Party

Drop in to the library for an electrifying STEM party! Safely experiment hands-on with circuits and electronics while having fun with other kids. For Grades K-7. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration…

The Courage Behind The Career

The Courage Behind The Career An honest conversation with women from very different professions, followed by drinks and networking with a view over Vancouver.

Italian Pizza Making Class at Il Centro

Masako Fukawa: Stories of Nikkei Canadians

During World War II, the Canadian government forcibly removed Japanese Canadians from coastal areas to internment camps, seizing and selling their homes and possessions, fishing boats and farms. What was it like for Japanese Canadians…

Broadway Across Canada: Disney's Beauty & The Beast

Writers Fest: Malcolm Gladwell

Amanda Marshall - The Dirty 30 Tour

Let's Talk AI

AI is becoming a bigger part of our world, and it can be hard to keep up. Join us for an introductory session that explores what artificial intelligence is, how it works, and where it shows up in everyday life. Participants will…

Video Editing with Premiere Pro

Learn the basics of editing video with Adobe Premiere Pro! In this hands-on class we cover software layout and navigation, importing media, basic editing, workflow options, and rendering a project into a final video file. For more…

Art on the iPad

Calling everyone who loves to draw! We start on paper and switch to drawing with fun art apps on library iPads. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. Grades 3-7. Registration. Accessibility…

KidsZone: Knitting

Meet other kids and share books, crafts, and fun activities at the library. This week we will learn a simple finger knitting technique. For Grades K-7. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the…

Super Spheros

Use your engineering skills and creativity to help a Sphero robot through a variety of challenges. For Grades 2-7. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the duration of the program. Drop-in.Accessibility…

Archery Drop-In | Wed, Nov. 25, 2026

Drop-in to our shoot on Wed, Nov. 25, 2026 from 5:00-7:00pm at Robert F. Osborne, UBC, Vancouver. You can borrow our equipment during the shoot - including bows, arrows, and targets - at no additional cost! Archers of all levels are welcome, from beginners to seasoned archers.

Wednesday Night at the Movies: The Age of Innocence (1993)

Join us for free movies on our big screen every other Wednesday evening! This week's movie: The Age of Innocence Wealthy New Yorker Newland Archer is ready to settle down in a well-ordered life after he is engaged to May Welland.…

Disturb the Vibe

Elena Gabrielle – international comedy queen, chaos merchant and professional vibedisturber – is back with her most chaotic show yet: Disturb the Vibe.What happens when an Australian and an Indian fall in love and decide to smash theircultures, families and expectations together?.

Justin McElroy: Searching for the Best Place on Earth

For years, Vancouver has topped global rankings as one of the world’s most livable cities, while BC is marketed as a paradise destination. But do our "world-class" city and province live up to the hype? In…

Get Fricked with James Brown

Get Fricked is a stand-up comedy show hosted by James Brown. It will feature several special guests and even a surprise.

A Holly Jolly Jill Barber Christmas

Composer INC 2026

VSO: Beethoven Symphony Cycle - Beginnings & Revolution

Disney On Ice presents Jump In

Book Maker Space

Come to this 'book maker space' and learn how to make fun pop-up books, cool accordion books or tiny books for writing and drawing. Grades 4-7. Drop-in. Accessibility Information VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for…

Writing at the End of the World: Journaling for Hope and Resilience

Doomscrolling versus creativity can feel like a losing battle, but recording our experiences and thoughts can be a radical act of resistance, both for ourselves and for future generations. Join memoir writer Carly Butler and…

Throne Of Glass Trivia Series: Night 4- Empire Of Storms

🌊 BookTok Trivia: Series 3 - Empire of Storms 🌊 "Fireheart- why do you cry?" The battle for Erilea reaches its breaking point at The Roxy with BookTok Trivia: Empire of Storms! From the search for the Wyrdkeys and the pirate lords of Skull's Bay to Manon and the Thirteen, Elide a.

Watercolour Still Lifes

Are you looking to try watercolour painting? Learn to create your own beautiful still life paintings in this beginner friendly, hands-on workshop. We will practice some fundamental watercolour techniques, and bring sketches to life…

Concerts in Community: Bill Costin Latin Duo

For over 20 years, Health Arts Society has brought live music and the arts to older adults across BC, creating opportunities for connection, joy, and meaningful engagement in care and community settings. Now they’re bringing these…

Family Movie: Frozen

Visit the library and enjoy free, kid-friendly movies. For children and their accompanying caregivers. Drop-in.This week: Frozen (2013)When the newly crowned Queen Elsa accidentally uses her power to turn things into ice to curse her…

The Invite (2026)

Join us for free movies on our big screen! This week's movie: THE INVITE Joe and Angela's marriage is on thin ice. When they invite their enigmatic upstairs neighbors for a dinner party, the night spirals into unexpected places. Watch the…

Bo Johnson Live in Vancouver

Bo Johnson is a comedian from Seattle, Washington. He can be found headlining clubs, breweries, and appropriately sized theaters across the United States and Canada.

Back to the Jungle

Old School / Reggae / Jungle / Jump-up Party This event is 19+ 📅 Date: Friday November 27th 🕖 Doors: 9:00PM | Show: 9:00PM-2:00AM | Last entry: 1:30AM📍 Venue: KW Studios – 111 West Hastings St., Vancouver, BC Tickets:🎟 Pre-sale: $25 | Door: $30 SASEONE CALICO ROY INLINE JAY-AUTO .

Opening Night

An actor on script and an improviser who doesn’t even know what play they’re in- what could go wrong? Hosted by Comedians Allie Entwistle and Kevin Vidal, Opening Night features 5 Actors who are currently working on serious theatre projects and 5 improvisers reacting to the mater.

Weird Owl Karaoke

It's Weird Owl Karaoke. Comedians sing original parody songs just like Weird Al - except we use YouTube karaoke tracks and Weird Al is not here. But Weird OWL is here (for one night only). He's a puppet that lives inside the venue. He's evil. That's his deal.

Killers of Kill Tony Live

Nicolas Namoradze - Neurorecital

Jon Faddis and CapU Jazz Ensembles

Parents Time Online: Growing Up Bilingual

Is learning two languages harder than learning one? Do bilingual children get their languages confused? Find the answers to these questions and more! Learn the similarities and differences between monolingual and bilingual language…

Library Stitch-Up: Embroidered Holiday Cards

Are you looking for a creative and relaxing hobby that lets you personalize your clothes and craft one-of-a-kind art? Try embroidery! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the essential skills to start a project. In this session we will…

Photo Editing with Camera Raw

Do you want to take your digital photos to the next level? Editing photos in Camera Raw in Photoshop and Lightroom gives you maximum control, quality, and flexibility.You'll learn the basics of digital photo editing in this 90-minute,…

Odlum Brown Moustache Miler

Ben Albert: Live in Vancouver

In the Beginning... There Was Yarilo

VSO: Beethoven Symphony Cycle - Dance & Vitality

VSO School of Music Winter Serenade

Get Your Book in the Library

Drop in to write and illustrate your own book, comic book, zine, or picture book, and we’ll put it in the library for other kids to check out! For Grades K-7. Adults accompanying children under 9 must stay in the library for the…