Our weekly feature What’s On East Van sets out lots more cool events for the upcoming long weekend. Beyond the week, we invite you to check out our Event Listing which is updated daily and features events for the month and beyond.
Rio Theatre – Old School #SaveTheRio Fundraisers – March 30th and 31st
If you are a fan of the Rio Theatre and wish to support a great spot for independent theatre, musicians and performers, check out the telethon like fundraising events happening this weekend. First up, is An Evening With Kevin Smith. There are 2 shows 7:00 pm and 9:30 pm on Friday, March 30th. Advance tickets are sold out, but there will be some tickets at the door. Saturday, March 31st is a telethon style fundraising event which is a little bit of everything. To learn more, visit Secret Screening #SaveTheRioFundraiser. Doors open 4:30 pm.
Butcher – The Cultch – Till March 31st
Last weekend to catch this psychological crime thriller at The Cultch. Check out our contributing writer’s review on Butcher.
Golden Egg Hunt – River District – April 1st
River District in SE Vancouver is hosting a golden egg hunt Sunday, April 1st from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. There will be chocolate egg hunts, balloons, cotton candy, crafts, face painting and a chocolate bunny draw. Starbucks will be on hand serving hot chocolate and coffee. Romer’s Burgers providing frozen yogurt and mini doughnuts. This is a free event, but registration is requested.
Easter Eggstravaganza Swim – Britannia Pool – April 1st
Britannia Pool at Britannia Community Centre is hosting a free family swim this Sunday, April 1st from 2:30 – 5:00 pm. They will also have some Easter treats on hand and games for everyone to play.
Holiday Free Skate – Britannia Ice Rink – April 2nd
If you are looking to ice skate, Britannia Ice Rink is hosting a free family skate this Monday, April 2nd from 1:00 to 3:30 pm.
Chelsea Hotel: Songs Of Leonard Cohen – Firehall Arts Centre – April 21st
Haunted by memories of his tumultuous love life, a writer checks into New York’s infamous Chelsea Hotel desperate to find the words and inspiration for his next song. Wading through past relationships, he reluctantly comes face to face with the love of the present, a love he wishes he could not only forget, but erase from memory. This is the premise of the Chelsa Hotel which pays tribute to the songs of Leonard Cohen. This production on its final run continues this weekend. For tickets and information, visit the Firehall Arts Centre.
Live Music, Comedy & Entertainment
If you are looking for some live music this weekend, the Kin Balam Quartet is at Café Deux Soleils Saturday night at 8:00 pm. The Winter Farmer Markets continue this weekend with Saturday’s being held at Nat Bailey Stadium from 10 am to 2 pm and Sunday at Hastings Parking 10 am to 2 pm. To see more of what’s on in East Vancouver, check our Event Listing. Happy Easter.
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