27 things to do in Metro Vancouver on Saturday, February 6
Looking for something to do on Saturday? The Straight’s got you covered. Here are 27 events happening in or around Vancouver on Saturday, February 6.
CONCERTS
Winnipeg punk band Propagandhi, with guests After the Fall and Slip Ons, takes the stage at the Rickshaw Theatre.
Pennsylvania psych-rock sextet Dr. Dog headlines at Venue.
American metal group Act of Defiance and guests Hellchamber play the Biltmore Cabaret.
Brazilian guitarist, percussionist, multi-instrumentalist, and composer Celso Machado performs at Pyatt Hall.
Taiko-drumming company YAMATO, the Drummers of Japan presents an athletically charged, big-budget spectacle at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
Skate jam Skull Skates Japan Party features music by the Jolts, Making Strangers, DJ Rodzilla, and DJ Oh-No. Held at SBC Restaurant.
Canadian guitarist David Sinclair and harmonica player Keith Bennett perform jazz, blues, folk, and roots music at the Presentation House Theatre.
Latin Grammy and Juno award-winning singer- songwriter Alex Cuba takes the stage at the Kay Meek Centre.
The 29th annual Bob Marley birthday party features music by reggae artist Steele. Held at the Grandview Legion.
Vancouver AC/DC tribute band OC/DC, with Feel Good Hits and Raincity Shakes, performs at the Railway Club.
Local blues-rock band Rich Hope & His Evil Doers takes the stage at the Marpole Curling Club.
BENEFITS
This House of Music raises money for a new roof for the Unitarian Church of Vancouver. Held at the Unitarian Church of Vancouver.
ET CETERA
The Port Moody Inlet Theatre hosts a day of speakers, joyful movement, music, art, and self-reflection designed to empower girls and women to love their bodies.
A lunar-festival celebration at Lougheed Town Centre features a drum performance by Cheondoong Performing Arts, traditional dancing, martial arts, free Chinese calligraphy, and a Chinese lion dance.
Professional wrestling collides with burlesque in performances by Joey Ryan, El Phantasmo, Artemis Spencer, and Kenny Lush. Held at the WISE Hall.
FOOD AND DRINK
You can sip tea, sample sweets, and shop from Societea, Sweet Petit, Scrubs and Bubbles, and the Blonde Baker at the Aviary.
FORUMS
Get a brief overview of the major social-media platforms and how people use them at the Vancouver Public Library Central Branch.
Vancouver Public Library Central Branch hosts an afternoon of conversation about eating disorders.
KIDS' STUFF
Enjoy live cultural performances, entertainment, balloon animals, games, a play area, and food at a Family Day festival held at the Marpole-Oakridge Community Centre.
Families can celebrate the Lunar New Year with stories and a festive puppet show in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese. Held at the Hillcrest Community Centre.
Kids can learn about the history of the ancient practice of calligraphy at the West Vancouver Memorial Library.
SPORTS
The Vancouver Canucks take on the Calgary Flames in National Hockey League action. Held at Rogers Arena.
COMEDY
The Snowed In Comedy Tour features performances by Dan Quinn, Craig Campbell, Paul Myrehaug, and Pete Zedlacher at the Vogue Theatre.
Instant Theatre presents a monthly improv-comedy show by National Anthem at the Havana Theatre.
ARTS ET CETERA
The Burnaby Photographic Society presents its 20th annual showcase of slide shows put to music. Held at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts.
MUSIC
The Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble presents The Monkey King in celebration of the Lunar New Year. Held at the West Vancouver Memorial Library.
The Red Poppy Ladies Percussion Group presents percussion musical Mulan at the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver.
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