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Two women with their backs to the camera wandering around an outdoor space filled with small, golden yellow lights.
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Need to Know, Need to Go: Holiday markets

Abigail Streifel December 2, 2024

The 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, and spend time with friends. Whether you’re celebrating this season or just enjoying winter, consider checking out these markets in the Lower Mainland. Noël Holiday Light Festival & Market Cloverdale Fairgrounds, 17905 62 Ave. #17607, Surrey November 28–December 23, 4:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Tickets: $20 for adults, $15 for youth and seniors, free for children six and under If you’d like…

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Need to Know, Need to Go: Upcoming plays

Hailey Miller March 25, 2024

Parifam When: Apr. 4–14, showtimes at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Where: Historic Theatre, 1895 Venables St, Vancouver Tickets: $29 The Cultch and Vancouver Asian Canadian Theatre present the production of this Persian thriller. Main character Parifam Mana is a…

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Need to Know, Need to Go: March into this month’s events

Saije Rusimovici March 11, 2024

Jade Circle: a multidisciplinary performance by Jasmine Chen  Where: Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Rd., Richmond  When: March 6–17, see website as showtimes vary Brought to audiences in association with Vancouver Asian Canadian Theatre, Jasmine Chen’s Jade Circle will “inspire you…

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Need To Know, Need To Go: Evocative exhibits

Izzy Cheung March 4, 2024

Biber Bahçesi / Pepper Garden When: January 27–March 23 (Tuesday–Saturday from 12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.)  Where: Access Gallery, 222 E. Georgia St., Vancouver Admission: Free This textile exhibit crafted by Turkish artist and lecturer Damla Tamer explores feminist suppression under Turkey’s…

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Need to Know, Need to Go: Feb. 26 – Apr. 2024

Hailey Miller February 27, 2024

Song from the Uproar: The Lives and Deaths of Isabelle Eberhardt When: Feb. 29 & Mar. 2 at 7:30 p.m., Mar. 3 at 2:00 p.m. Where: York Theatre, 639 Commercial Dr., Vancouver Content warning: mention of death. City Opera Vancouver…

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Need to Know, Need to Go: Local performances

Petra Chase February 12, 2024

Into the Woods When: February 1–18, 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.  Where: Studio 58, 100 W 49 Ave, Vancouver Presented by Langara College’s competitive theatre training program, Studio 58, Into the Woods is a fairytale crossover musical that features characters…

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Need to Know, Need to Go: Upcoming performances

Petra Chase January 15, 2024

The Firehall presents Pants When: January 17–20, 7:30 p.m. Where: Firehall Arts Centre, 280 E. Cordova St., Vancouver Tara Cheyenne Friedenberg, artistic director of her self-named performance company and experimental dance veteran, uses comedy, dance, and theatre to explore what…

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A vivid display of christmas decorations at Potter’s Nursery’s Christmas store, with snowy plastic christmas trees, santas, and other ornaments.
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Christmas craft markets

Izzy Cheung November 16, 2023

If you know me, you know that Christmas is my absolute favourite time of year. Sipping hot chocolate, looking for the perfect gifts for friends and family while bundled in warm clothes . . . nothing beats that feeling. To…

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Need to Know, Need to Go: November

Saije Rusimovici November 14, 2023

Eastside Culture Crawl Visual Arts, Design & Craft Festival Where: In-person at various locations between Columbia St., 2nd Ave., Victoria Dr., and Waterfront When: November 16–19, 2023, Thursday & Friday 5:00–10:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. The free…

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Need to Know, Need to Go: Free events at BC Culture Days

Saije Rusimovici September 19, 2023

BC Culture Days brings over 350 community-centred events across the province. The programming artists appointed by the organization are “dedicated to making art that is accessible, approachable, and inclusive to all.” Each event offers a unique way to experience art,…

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