The 21st Annual European Festival happens Sunday, May 26th at the Vancouver Alpen Club (Victoria and 33rd Avenue). This all day event is rich in culture and features live music and performances, lots of amazing food as well as an artisan marketplace which feature hand-made jellies, honey products, teas, ethnic instruments and much more. This is a great opportunity to learn about the tastes and sounds of Europe without travelling very far. The European Festival kicks off at 11:00 am on Sunday, May 26th and runs till 6:00 pm. To see what performances they’ve got lined up, visit the Festival Schedule. Admission is $5. Tickets can be purchased at the door, the day of the event or in advance through Eventbrite.
Archive | May, 2019
European Festival At The Alpen Club Sunday May 26th
14 May
The Fitting Room At Havana Theatre May 14 – 18, 2019
13 May
Four teens. A Mom. A rabbi. One fitting room. Six people all linked to the sudden death of thirteen-year-old Noah after a dare. The Fitting Room is a play about growing up, coming out, facing loss and finding faith. This production on stage at the Havana Theatre starting May 14th until May 18th is brought to you by Victoria Playwright Ellery Lamm and directed by Anna Marie Anderson. The production received Victoria Fringe’s Best Overall Favourite and Bravest Awards. Tickets are $15-$20 and available through Showpass.com.
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What’s On East Van: May 10th Edition
10 May
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.
Fraser Valley Cider Masterclass – Everything Wine Vancouver – May 10th
If you love cider, you may wish to check out the Fraser Valley Cider Masterclass at Everything Wine in River District. You will get the opportunity to learn about and taste small batch ciders along with some treats. Cost is $15 and event gets under way at 6:30 pm. To register, call T: 604.416.1672.
Artisan Pottery Sale – Trout Lake Community Centre – May 10th and 11th
An Artisan Pottery Sale is happening this Friday & Saturday at the Trout Lake Community Centre. You just might find a beautiful gift for mom. Sale happens Friday from 4:00 to 9:00 pm and Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
La Maison Lust Presents WET – Rio Theatre – May 10th & 11th
The Rio Theatre plays host to an exotic cabaret experience this Friday and Saturday night. Think a Little Mermaid Tale reimagined. Show takes place at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $40 in advance or $45 at the door. For tickets, visit Rio Theatre.
Bake Sale – Trout Lake Community Centre – May 11th
Trout Lake Seniors are hosting a Bake Sale this Sunday, May 11th from 9 am – 3 pm. Stop by and pick up something homemade.
Stone Soup Festival – Napier Greenway – May 11th
The 24th Annual Stone Soup Festival happens Saturday from Noon to 5:00 pm in the Napier Greenway next to the Britannia Community Centre. This is a community event celebrating local food, sustainability, the environment and will feature artists, local vendors, live music and free soup. We’ll be there. Stop by and say hello.
EcoSew Workshop – Our Social Fabric – May 11th
Have some basic sewing skills? Want to make some reusable cloth produce bags? Our Social Fabric is hosting a half day workshop this Sunday which includes materials and instructions. Cost is $45. To learn more visit, Our Social Fabric.
Main Street Mixed Bag – Ellis Building – May 12th
Looking for some local gifts for mom, or maybe yourself? Main Street Mixed Bag happens this Sunday at the Ellis Building, 1024 Main Street, from 11 am to 5 pm. Varinicey Pakoras will be on hand if you get hungry while shopping.
Movie ‘Mamma Mia’ – Rio Theatre – May 12th
Did you catch the last Mamma Mia! with the big wedding and Cher?! It’s playing this Sunday afternoon at 4:15 pm. A fun thing to do with mom for Mother’s Day after a leisurely brunch or before dinner. For tickets, visit Rio Theatre.
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.
Image Credit: June Hunter
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Parker Art Salon At 1000 Parker Street May 24-26, 2019
8 May
Love art? Missed the Eastside Culture Crawl? Then you will want to check out the Parker Art Salon happening May 24 to 26, 2019 at 1000 Parker Street. This 105 year old warehouse is home to an array of talented artists. During the Parker Art Salon, the halls will be transformed into a salon style Fine Art Exhibition complete with chandeliers for fun and ambiance. You will have the opportunity to meet many of the artists that work in this space, take a scheduled guided 1 hour tour for $10 or just wander at your own pace on May 25th and 26th from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. If you are in the market to purchase art, you may wish to attend the Collectors Night on Friday, May 24th. This $50 ticket gives you admission to a private reception from 5:30 to 7:00 pm, 2 bar tickets, food, a catalogue and first dibs on local artwork. For tickets to any of the paid events, visit Eventbrite. Or stop by Saturday and Sunday, you can wander at your leisure between 1:00 and 5:00 pm. This portion is free and everyone is welcome to attend.
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rEvolver Festival Is Back At The Cultch May 22 – June 2, 2019
7 May
Upintheair Theatre brings the rEvolver Festival back to The Cultch, 1895 Venables Street, from May 22nd to June 2nd. The festival brings a wide variety of contemporary theatre from emerging companies and artists. A few that caught our eye include:
Lady Parts – May 22-25, 2019
This 80 minute sketch combines personal stories, video interviews along with some special guests. Lady Parts pays homage to the struggles of gender and has a little fun with feminism. The reviews are lining up well this is one to see.
Surveil – May 23-26, 2019
This comedy is all about being watched. The production will delve into the world of modern surveillance and show you first hand all the ways the world is watching us. Some ways you may already know, but some you may not.
Perfect Strangers May 24-26, 2019
This is most certainly theatre transformed. You are invited to participate (not watch) Perfect Strangers. Starting from The Cultch, you will participate in a 90 minute walking tour which is also part platonic bind date as well as social experiment. This is a quirky experiment in which you are paired up with people to walk through a neighbourhood and consider how you perceive strangers and talk with others who you might not otherwise talk to. The walk goes rain or shine, so dress for the weather. A 30 minute reception follows after the tour. The aim of this production is to spark empathy between people who might not otherwise meet. Come alone and you just might leave with a new friend.
For tickets to these productions, or to see the full line up for the rEvolver Festival, visit The Cultch.
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The Wonders Of Wine From Eastern Europe May 15th At Everything Wine Vancouver
6 MayMany of us know wines from some of the well known wine making regions, France, California, Australia and our own Okanagan Valley. Have you tried wines from Eastern Europe? On Wednesday, May 15th Mark Konstantinov will take you on a tour of wines from a sampling of regions such as Croatia, Romania, Bulgaria, Maldova, Georgia and Hungary. These areas are rich with history, which Mark will touch on during the workshop. You will also have the opportunity to try a number of wines from these regions, we suspect ones you’ve likely never been exposed to. The event takes place at the Everything Wine store located in River District in SE Vancouver. This is a beautiful store with an amazing selection with a great space for their tasting classes. Cost of the workshop is $25.00. Class runs 6:30 to 8:00 pm. To register, call Everything Wine Vancouver T: 604.416.1672.
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What’s On East Van: May 3rd Edition
3 May
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.
Classic Gin Cocktails – Everything Wine Vancouver – May 3rd
Want to learn how to make great gin cocktails? The Everything Wine store located in River District in SE Vancouver has a great set up for small workshops. Not to mention these classes are education and fun. This Friday, they will be leading a class where you will learn a little gin history and then learn to make 5 classic gin cocktails. Cost is $25. To register and learn more visit Everything Wine Vancouver.
Trout Lake Farmers Market – John Hendry Park – May 4th
The largest and much loved Trout Lake Farmers Market kicks off this Saturday, May 4th at 9:00 and continues to 2:00 pm.
Movie ‘Green Book’ – Rio Theatre – May 4th
Did you catch Green Book which won Oscars for Best Picture and Best Actor Mahershala Ali? If not, you can watch it on the big screen at The Rio Theatre this Saturday afternoon. The movie is a true story of a working-class Italian-American bouncer from the Bronx who becomes the driver of an African-American classical pianist who tours the US in the 1960s. For advance tickets, visit Rio Theatre.
Verses Festival of Words – Various Locations – To May 4th
Verses, The Festival of Words continues this weekend at various locations in East Van this Friday and Saturday. To see the remaining events, visit Verses Festival of Words.
Noor Student Showcase – Havana Theatre – May 4th
Noor Dance Company is hosting a student showcase of bellydancing at Havana Theatre this Saturday night. Performances will include the instructors as well as the students. Tickets are $18 and the fun kicks off at 7:30 pm. For tickets, visit Showpass.
June Hunter Studio Sale – 2785 Parker Street – May 4th & 5th
East Van artist, June Hunter, is hosting a Studio Sale this Saturday and Sunday. In case you forgot, Mother’s Day is coming up May 12th and June has lots of beautiful items on hand that would make a perfect gift for mom. June’s studio is located at 2785 Parker Street (one block west of Renfrew – between Hastings St. and First Avenue). Sale happens from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Got Craft? – Maritime Labour Centre – May 4th & May 5th
Got Craft? Spring Edition is at the Maritime Labour Centre this weekend with 85 local makers. We hear this market almost half of the vendors are new, so expect a whole new selection of local handmade goods. Event runs 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday and Sunday. Admission is $3. For advance tickets, visit Eventbrite. Hint: Free Swag Bags for the first 50 paid attendees.
Cinco De Mayo Fest – Trout Lake Community Centre – May 5th
This Sunday Trout Lake Community Centre is hosting a family friendly Cinco De Mayo Fest from Noon to 3:00 pm. There will be Mexican music by Son De Maple, arts and crafts and an on theme food truck. The event is free, but registration is requested.
Pastry Weekend – Beta 5 Chocolates – May 4th & 5th
Love fresh pastries? Beat 5 Chocolates are featuring their greatest hits this weekend and they include 3 amazing pastries. You’ll have to try for yourself. They are available as of 10:00 am Saturday 413 Industrial Avenue.
21st Century Flea Market – Croatian Cultural Centre – May 5th
Lots of great finds at this weekend’s 21st Century Flea Market at the Croatian Cultural Centre. Event happens 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
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 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.
Image Credit: June Hunter
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