Our weekly feature What’s On East Van sets out some cool events for the upcoming weekend. Beyond the weekend, we invite you to check out our Event Listing which is updated daily and features events for the month and beyond.
The Day Trippers – Federico’s Supper Club – May 17th
The Day Trippers will be performing at Federico’s Supper Club, 1728 Commercial Drive, this Friday night. If you love Beatles music, a great meal along with dancing, this Friday Federico’s Supper Club is the spot to be.
The Fitting Room – Havana Theatre – May 17th & 18th
The Victoria Fringe award winning production The Fitting Room finishes up it’s run this week at Havana Theatre. The play about four teens, a mom and a rabbi touch on the sudden death of a 13 year old after a dare. This poignant production received Victoria Fringe’s Best Overall Favourite and Bravest Awards. Tickets are $15-$20 and available through Showpass.com.
Nassim – The Cultch – May 17th & 18th
From Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour has brought an audacious theatrical experiment to the stage. Each night a different performer joins the playwright on stage, while the script waits unseen in a sealed box. The show is partly autobiographical yet we hear powerfully universal. The show is a striking theatrical demonstration of how language can both divide and unite us. This production is getting rave reviews, just a few more days to catch it. For tickets, visit The Cultch.
Cat Video Fest 2019 – Rio Theatre May 18th
Love cats and/or cat videos? You will want to check out Cat Video Fest 2019 this Saturday afternoon. The event features a compilation of the latest and best cat videos including animations, music videos and random submissions. This is a perfect feel good event, who doesn’t need a bit of that. Added bonus, it’s a fund raiser for VOKRA – Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue Association based in East Vancouver that does amazing work in the community. Advance tickets are $12.50, or you can purchase them at the door $14.50.
Zero Waste Vegan Market – 520 Alexander Street – May 18th
If you want to learn more about how to implement a zero waste lifestyle, you are invited to this free public event being held this Saturday at 520 Alexander Street. The market is hosted by Peace People Project and runs from 11 am 4 pm. You are encouraged to bring your own reusable bags and containers.
Pop Up Bakery – les amis du fromage – May 18th
Ritchie’s Bakery is back at les amis du fromage, 843 East Hastings St. this Saturday. Beautiful artisan breads and sweet treats available surrounded by an amazing cheese selection. Pretty perfect. Pop Up happens from 11 am – 3 pm.
Baby Face Brass – Café Deux Soleils – May 18th
If you wish to take in some energetic live music this long weekend, you may wish to check out BabyFace Brass performing at Café Deux Soleils this Saturday night. BabyFace Brass is billed as Vancouver’s premier street jazz and party band. Doors open at 8 pm and music kicks off at 9 pm. Admission $10.
Eastside Flea – 550 Malkin Avenue – May 18th & 19th
The Eastside Flea is happening Saturday and Sunday at 550 Malkin Avenue from 11 am to 5 pm. Lots of great vintage finds along side local makers, food trucks and cocktails will be available for purchase. Admission is $2.00.
Vancouver Postcard Show & Sale – Hastings Community Centre – May 19th
A good old fashioned paper collection of postcards will be on display this Sunday at the Hastings Community Centre from 10 am to 4 pm. You can expect to find vintage posters, stamps, historical photographs and more. Sounds like a pretty cool event.
LIVE MUSIC, ENTERTAINMENT & COMEDY
Looking for more live music, did you know The Heatley in Strathcona regularly features live music? Every Sunday they offer bluegrass music with brunch 11 am – 3 pm.
Also 7 days a week, you will find live music at the Libra Room on The Drive. Tangent Café hosts live jazz Sunday nights from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. Saturday, Pat’s Pub has live jazz Saturday afternoons from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm, no cover.
Looking to shop local? Be sure to check out one of the farmer markets happening this weekend. Saturday is Riley Park Farmers Market at 30th & Ontario from 10 am – 2 pm and Trout Lake Farmers Market from 9 am – 2 pm at John Hendry Park. To see more of What’s On in East Vancouver, check our Event Listing. We also have a separate listing of Free Events for those on a budget and in Vancouver, who isn’t.
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