events
The PuSH for international arts
January 20, 2025The 2025 PuSh International Performing Arts Festival will be held from January 23 to February 9 across the Lower Mainland. This year is the 20th anniversary of the festival, and to celebrate, the program will feature dozens of performances from music, dance, film, theatre, culinary, visual arts, and more. With various artists to see and shows to experience over the two-week long event, there’s something in store for every arts appreciator whether this is your first time attending the festival, or you’re a seasoned PuSher. Without further ado, here’s a list of some must-see events that will be rolling across…
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Community Days at SFU
January 13, 2025Editor’s note: The Peak acknowledges that Chloë Arneson, who was interviewed, was a News Writer for The Peak in 2023. However, the writer and editor of this piece have no personal affiliation with Arneson. “A sense of community is…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: Holiday markets
December 2, 2024The weather may be getting colder, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t plenty to do. Visiting a holiday market or festival is a great way to spend a cold day — you can shop for gifts, admire artwork and decorations,…
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Plant yourself in purple lights with Alexandra Caprara’s Ultra Violets
November 19, 2024SFU’s reputation is made through intensive research programs and rewarding co-ops, but what many may not realize is how comprehensive our arts departments are. From Fringe Festival debuts to magical musical performances, arts students and alumni have spoken fondly of…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: SFU’s free fall activities
November 15, 2024The fall season can feel a bit lonely as the gloomy weather takes over. However, you can rest assured, as SFU Burnaby has several events planned for the upcoming month — grab your friends or head on over to make…
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The sound of social music with Mary Ancheta Quartet
November 6, 2024Inside Hero’s Welcome were dim yellow and purple lights hanging from the ceiling, surrounded by paraphernalia of all kinds — darts, pinball, pool tables, Canadian veteran’s memorabilia, and more. Within minutes the pub was packed, buzzing with people settling in,…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: Latincouver
October 5, 2024October is Latin American Heritage Month (LAHM), and with it comes plenty of great events. Latincouver’s LAHM Festival invites us to “discover the rich vibrancy of Latin culture” through a series of workshops, art exhibitions, and ceremonies. The festival, which…
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Block party brings life into downtown Vancouver
September 26, 2024On Saturday, September 7, Public Disco Society hosted its Downtown Block Party, the final installment of this year’s summer series. The event was held from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Bentall Center’s Dunsmuir Patio, a multi-level outdoor seating…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: Fun and free September events
September 15, 2024Editor's note: the Kairos Blanket Exercise event has since sold out. The summer may have come to an end, but that doesn’t mean the fun should! With the fall semester Peak-ing around the corner, now is the perfect opportunity to…
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Must-try vendors at the World Wide Food Festival and beyond
July 24, 2024The World Wide Food Festival was held on July 6 and featured over 20 local vendors. Just because this event is over, it doesn’t mean you can’t try these scrumptious snacks! All of these vendors can be found at your…
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