There is always something to do in Vancouver from arts and theatre to movies to concerts to trade shows to nightclub events. We put together Vancouver events from January 2012. Feel free to browse our Vancouver calendar.
> Choose from the following list of Vancouver events:
Come and see all of the newest bike models for 2012 plus custom and vintage bikes, incredible stunt shows, lots of special events, prizes, and much, much more!
BE A PART OF A LIVE STUDIO AUDIENCE
Date: August 26th (All day) - January 13, 2012 (All day)
Have you ever wondered what happens behind the cameras and lights of a television show? Now is your chance to see and be a part of it!
750 Hornby Street , Vancouver, British Columbia, V6Z 2H7
What is a museum collection? How does it reveal the personalities and particulars of an institution? For eighty years, the Vancouver Art Gallery has been acquiring artworks, and drawn exclusively from this permanent collection.
Take the #22, #2, or #32. Exit at Cornwall and Cypress. Walk North-East (towards the water), Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 736-4431
Did Vancouver’s flashing neon signs signal glamour, excitement and big city living? Or was neon part of a tawdry display that disfigured Vancouver’s natural beauty?
Taste Vancouver Tours presents A Christmas Culinary Event!
Tour Dates:
Dec 1st, 2011 - Jan 8th, 2012, from 2pm to 4pm
No tours Dec. 24th, 25th, 26th, & 31st, 2011 & Jan 1st, 2012
Cost: $39 per person
Suite 210 - 200 Burrard Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 3L6 > View Telephone Number(604) 682-2222
Ten years makes for one great restaurant festival! Eat your way through 17 days of culinary events, choose from hundreds of sensational restaurants and stay at a hotel at a fabulous rate. You're about to experience the tastiest 17 days of the year!
For 15 years, Rogers Arena has been thrilling and entertaining fans. For 15 years, our Vancouver Canucks have battled on the ice in the race to capture the title of Stanley Cup Champions.
Suite #242, 991 Hornby St., Vancouver, British Columbia, V6Z 1V3
The Artists for Conservation Festival is an extraordinary 10-day international art and environmental education event that immerses visitors in nature through workshops, film, and a world-class art exhibit.
The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society BC Chapter (CPAWSBC) is hosting a birthday party on January 14th, 2012 starting at 5:30pm to celebrate our 20th anniversary!
915 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 1C6 > View Telephone Number(604) 331-7019
Engage at The Vancouver Club
11:00 am, January 15th, 2012
Vancouver’s signature wedding venue is pleased to present our first boutique bridal showcase.
Rufus Lin Gallery of Japanese Art, an art museum specializing in curating and exhibiting contemporary Japanese artists, is pleased to announce its first exhibition for the year 2012, entitled "Animal paintings from the permanent collection",
The Vancouver Polar Bear Swim Club is one of the largest and oldest Polar Bear Clubs in the world. Its first initial swim was in 1920 when a small number of hardy swimmers took the plunge into English Bay on New Year's Day.
The annual PuSh International Performing Arts Festival is one of Vancouver’s signature events. Produced over 20 days each January, the PuSh Festival presents groundbreaking work in the live performing arts
Presented By: Dr. Seema Kanwal, BSc,ND Date/Time: January 18th, 2012. 6pm – 7pm Location: 1762 8th Ave West, Vancouver BC Admission: $10 per seat, reserve your seat today
Canada and seven other CONCACAF nations will compete for two available tickets to the London 2012 Women's Olympic Football Tournament. Group A features Canada, Costa Rica, Cuba and Haiti while Group B features USA, Mexico, Guatemala and Dominican Republic.
The Taboo Naughty but Nice Sex Show provides an upscale adult playground dedicated to enhancing lifestyles, encouraging romance, personal betterment and all things Taboo.
1440 West 12th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6H 1M8 > View Telephone Number(604) 731-5518
Join us at the Pacific Theatre in Vancouver. Director: Jason Goode.Cast: Lori Triolo, Aleks Paunovic. Bleeds like the fresh fight scars of its angry protagonist.
Not only has bassist Russ Botten performed with Dian Drall for Bill Clinton and toured with vocalist ernestine Anderson, but he has also worked with the likes of Renee Rosnes, Herb Ellis, Red Holloway, Dee Daniels, Jeff Hamilton and Clark ...
403 West Cordova Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 1E5 > View Telephone Number(604) 724-3500
Taste Vancouver Food Tours’ Christmas Culinary Event
Tantalize your taste buds this holiday season on a two-hour walking tour of Gastown with Taste Vancouver Food Tours. Led by "Gassy Jack," guests learn about the history and culture of this historic neighbourhood
"There is only one thing I fear in life, my friend... One day the black will swallow the red.”
Under the watchful gaze of his young assistant and the threatening presence of a new generation of artists,
The 2012 stage productions at the Deed Cove Theatre in Vacouver are:
* Snow White ~ Maggie Mason with the Theatricks kids, presented by First Impressions Theatre ~ 7pm Jan 18-20, and at 11am & 3pm on Jan 21
Vancouver. Circle Craft Co-operative is pleased to present “Coleoptera and Diptera” [Beetles and Flies], a glass and metal exhibit by Sean Goddard, in their gallery located in the Net Loft on Granville Island, January 6 – 31, 2012.
209 E 6th Avenue, at Main Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 874-4687
The South Main artsy set consciously avoid the yuppie narcissism of Yaletown - a stone's throw (or bathtub-toy ferry ride) away across False Creek - and instead opt to don their thoughtful eyewear and monochrome clothes to visit this bar-cum-art gallery.
958 Granville Street, between Howe & Seymour Streets, Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 669-3266
This gorgeous, warm and modern club has an upscale casualness, a place where cocktails are 'crafted', where people dance whether the dancefloor is populated or not, and where strangers smile at you, as though congratulating you for your good taste in being here.
Club 23, 23 W Cordova Street, at Carrall Street, Gastown, Vancouver, British Columbia,
Sin City takes place at Club 23 on the second Saturday of every month. The biggest fetish party in Vancouver, this club offers three floors of entertaining action, an outside patio, large dancefloor and a well-equipped dungeon for BDSM play.
1219 Granville Street, at Davie Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 688-5494
The name is a homage to famous Gingers (Rogers, Fred Astaire's dancing partner, and Grant, actress Tina Louise from Gilligan's Island), while the bar attracts cool men in black and women in spaghetti straps (the savviest of whom arrive early to claim a sofa from which to hold court).
Lotus Hotel, 455 Abbott Street, at W Pender Street, Downtown, Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 685-7777
Venture upstairs at Lick to meet, dance and play with Vancouver's hottest dykes at the city's only lesbian nightclub, featuring a roster of talented female DJs. Downstairs, you'll find the Lotus Sound Lounge, a fine venue for innovative sounds.
1022 Davie Street, between Burrard & Thurlow Streets, Downtown, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6E 1M3 > View Telephone Number(604) 689-6180
The best mixed dance club in town, often featuring stellar DJs. Newly renovated, it has a large dancefloor, and state-of-the-art lighting and sound. Tuesday nights have been dubbed 'straight night', thanks to some insanely cheap drinks.
1180 Granville Street, at Davie Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 684-0355
Dimly lit, sleek and sophisticated, Crush Champagne Lounge is your open door to the rarefied world of the socially evolved - perfect for the day when you realise you're done with pounding music, drink-drenched dancefloors and sloppy pick-up lines but you still yearn to prowl.
157 Alexander Street, at Main Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 623-3383
While the glacial, pretentious service from aspiring actors can be annoying, the gorgeous room makes up for it with its narrow communal tables, vaulted ceilings and a slim bar.
1300 Granville Street, at Drake Street, Downtown, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6Z 1M7 > View Telephone Number(604) 681-9253
This 300-capacity bar pledges, 'If they're legends, they've played the Yale.' It's possible that the term 'legends' is being used rather liberally but it remains the only room in the city committed to booking blues artists on a regular basis.
3611 W Broadway, between Dunbar & Alma Streets, , Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 738-1959
More traditional jazz notes - by some of the city's best, including Brad Turner and Seamus Blake - are heard at the Cellar, a restaurant and jazz club with sets six nights weekly at 8.30pm and 10pm.
695 Cambie Street, at W Georgia Street, Downtown, Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 608-2871
A variety of promoters keep the Media Club teeming with an eclectic array of bands, including some well-regarded touring acts, every night of the week.
1525 Yew Street, at Cornwall Avenue, West Side, Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 737-8080
You'll have to cut through the haze generated by the smouldering glances of amorous patrons at this fortysomething pick-up spot, but the reward is consistently good mainstream jazz.
403 E Hastings Street, at Dunlevy Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 255-4301
Despite being pretty much devoid of ambience or any of the other traits commonly found in a quality venue, tiny Pat's Pub occasionally serves up some of the city's most influential showcases of local talent.
1300 Robson Street, at Jervis Street, West End, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6E 1C5 > View Telephone Number(604) 661-1400
Fabulous food and accomplished cool jazz on Vancouver's downtown shopping street. Sharon Minemoto's smooth, understated trio features here every Monday at 8pm.
1130 Commercial Drive, between William & Napier Streets, , Vancouver, British Columbia,
This small restaurant (formerly Rime) is the most talked-about new venue in Vancouver, serving up live music almost every afternoon and evening, along with delicious Japanese cuisine; its programming includes some of the best improv and free jazz around.
66 Water Street, at Abbott Street,, Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 683-6695
Audiophiles will appreciate the sound system in this two-room Gastown institution (the former Sonar), where some of the city's finest spinners play different flavours nightly and host international guests on an almost weekly basis.
868 Granville Street, between Robson & Smithe Streets, , Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 739-7469
Located in the heart of downtown, the Commodore is the music scene's crown jewel. Having recently celebrated its 75th birthday, the 900-capacity venue has a renowned history and has staged early career shows by seminal bands such as Talking Heads, the Clash and Nirvana.
6265 Crescent Road, between East Mall & Main Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6T 1Z1 > View Telephone Number(604) 822-2697
The cylindrical, zinc-panelled exterior of the Chan Centre is striking, but it's the sonorous interior of the Chan Shun Concert Hall that has thrilled Vancouver audiences since it first opened in 1997.
917 Main Street, at Prior Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 764-7865
The Cobalt's call for bands explicitly reads: 'Heavy shit preferred'. Managed by local legend Wendy Thirteen, the venue can accommodate 200 concert-goers and is the destination of choice if you prefer your music punishing and filed under punk, metal or hardcore.
1036 Richards Street, between Nelson & Helmcken Streets, Yaletown, Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 687-6794
Having recently received a reprieve from the wrecking ball, Richard's will continue to serve as Vancouver's preeminent mid-sized venue (400-capacity) for another few years yet.
Soledad Barrio and Noche Flamenca ignite the Chan Centre stage with fiery Latin song and dance, Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 8pm - part of the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival.
Welcome to the 2012 Royal City Kids Fair!
The inaugural edition of this family event will be held Saturday, January 21, 2012 at the historically rich Sapperton Hall in New Westminster, BC. Doors open at 9:00 am and close at 5:00 pm.
Khatia is a young pianist of extraordinary talent. I was impressed by her exceptional pianistic gift, natural musicality, imagination and her brilliant virtuosity; Martha Argerich Vancouver (VRS) debut
127 East 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5T 1B4 > View Telephone Number(604) 873-3311
The first Playhouse production is a musical parody of the hard-boiled detective story. Set in the Red Eye Lounge, a piano bar in a second-rate hotel, Gunmetal Blues tells the story of a world-weary private eye solving the mystery
Join Kostaman and the Good Vibrations for an evening jam sessions. Bring your own instruments or use his during this intimate night with fellow local musicians.
Post-Show Talkback Jan 27, led by Vanessa Kwan Looking for a Missing Employee is a thoughtful and provocative performance puzzle in which Lebanese artist Rabih Mroué follows the 1 story of a man who disappears from his low-level post at the Ministry of Finance in Beirut, never to be seen again.
Pacific Blvd and Davie S, Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 684-2787
Looking for a Missing Employee by Rabih Mroué (Beirut, Lebanon). Presented by the PuSh Festival with grunt gallery and the Contemporary Art Gallery at the Roundhouse, Jan 26–28, 8pm.
1218 Cartwright St, Granville Island, Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 684-2787
In a mesmerizing exploration of cinematic apparatus and emulsion, media artist Alex MacKenzie uses a homebuilt hand-cranked movie projector to present a striking array of hand processed film imagery, accompanied by a subtly crafted soundscore by audio artist Scott Morgan (aka loscil).
Learn all about how you can support the millions of Canadians living with diabetes or pre-diabetes by running, biking, hiking, or walking in events across Canada and the world.
Come learn more about the latest Team Diabetes events, how you can fund raise and how you can support the 9 million Canadians living with diabetes or prediabetes
Bryan Callen played Samir, the Middle Eastern strip club owner/ gun runner in THE HANGOVER II, and in THE HANGOVER he played Eddie, the Middle Eastern owner of a wedding chapel.Bryan Callen is often recognized from his numerous film and television roles.
350 Gifford Street, New Westminster, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 297-4497
The Joe Fernandes Band, also known as "Dr. No", has been entertaining crowds for over 10 years. Whether you want to Rock and Roll to all of your favourite hits, or pull out those cowboy hats. Playing in the Redbar Lounge.
Suite 210 - 200 Burrard Street, , Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 3L6 > View Telephone Number(604) 682-2222
ACT I, EAT 1
Hot Pepper, Air Conditioner, and the Farewell Speech & The Irish Heather
Presented by
The PuSh International Performing Arts Festival and Dine Out Vancouver
SFU Woodward's
Join us at one of Vancouver’s most central, most festive and most memorable Chinese New Year festivals this January as we welcome in the auspicious Year of the Dragon!
With the amount of experience these two individuals bring to the Nightlife Scene its sure to be a “’ PARTY ‘’ ….Vancouver get ready to have the time of your life!!!
Description: Weekly leisure ride each Saturday morning at 10. We’ll average 15-20km per hour following bike routes around Vancouver, going to Iona Island or crossing to the North Shore. The ride will go 30-50 km with a coffee break somewhere in the middle.
Experience the rich French-Canadian culture that made Fort Langley so vibrant. Taste French-Canadian food, try finger-weaving, sing a voyageur song, and participate in other cultural activities. Children will love the crafts and kids’ entertainer, VAZZY.
Free show for all ages! Prepare yourself for a visual feast as Aché Brazil fuses music, dance and the martial art of Capoeira into a dynamic, colourful, high energy performance that has thrilled audiences from across Canada and the US.
A pretty little something to help keep you warm this winter! Wrist and arm warmers are super accessories for keeping you toasty warm without restricting your movement or offending your fashion sense.
195 East Windsor Rd, North Vancouver, British Columbia, > View Telephone Number(604) 767-0665
SMP Dramatics is a community theatre group started in 1992, in North Vancouver. Don't miss the fun in this pantomime of the classic story of Cinderella! Lots of laughter, singing, and fun for the family!
A live interactive stage show that brings Disney's Phineas and Ferb characters to your children through music and stories. Great children's entertainment!
APPLAUSE! Musicals Society has been sharing the excitement and passion of great showtunes through a series of entertaining, historical and educational concerts & revues since 1997.
Five characters (all played by Dianna) come to life in this visually dynamic show about a young girl finding her way through a new school. Jam-packed with Hip Hop dancing, clowning, miming, shadow play, contact juggling, multimedia and a very important message.
149 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 2L1
Turning Point Ensemble: Colourful World. Presented by the PuSh Festival with Turning Point Ensemble and SFU Woodward's at the Fei and Milton Wong Experimental Theatre, Goldcorp Centre for the Arts, Jan 29, 8pm.
868 Granville Street, Vancouver, British Columbia,
The midwest is a place that is overlooked by many... It is too bad because the midwest has given birth to some of the most progressive metal bands to come out in a long time.
Frolicking Divas Productions presents Divas & Dudes a Fundraiser for "The Odd Couple Production" on January 31st!
and at select locations Highlife Records, or pay just $12 at the Door.
Party-goers will be taken back through the last few decades with tracks from your favorite hip-hop artists young and old. Also featuring $7.50 double hi-balls and $4 Heinekens, Republic is the perfect place to celebrate and start the weekend countdown.
300 - 1090 West Pender St. V6E, Vancouver, British Columbia, 2N7 2J5 > View Telephone Number(604) 683-2873
Help make a difference in the lives of Canadians touched by breast cancer by participating in the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure.
801 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, British Columbia,
Bring the family to Lunarfest 2012 for a whole lot of fun!
Visit CIBC Pavilion and be greeted with a variety of hot Asian beverages....be sure to get a Sea Dragon lantern hat. Smile...you are about to take home a souvenir CIBC LunarFest photo of yourself.
To create green communities, changes will need to be made to existing land use regulations, design guidelines, construction standards, and more. This conference will provide delegates with expert advice on the current state of green infrastructure and the anticipated impact of future developments.
Born in Croatia and based in Amsterdam, choreographer Andrea Božić creates intelligent and quirky interdisciplinary works which subvert ideas of reality and perception.
