This week’s recently announced cultural events include the Vancouver Bandits 2024 season, an LA-based singer-songwriter’s first headlining tour, a culinary championship, and much more. 

Katelyn Tarver

The LA-based singer-songwriter is hitting Vancouver’s WISE Hall as part of her 21-stop, first-ever headlining tour, hot on the heels of her recently released single “Parallel Universe”. 

When: September 9, 7pm

Where: The WISE Hall

Tickets: $24, available online

Creative Technology Gallery at Science World

Check out the new gallery at Science World that includes 360-degree wall projections, interactive panels, music, sound effects, and more to create a fully immersive experience. 

When: Opening September 18

Where: Science World

Tickets: $33, available online

Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society 2023/2024 season

The Chilliwack Arts & Culture Centre has announced its 2023/2024 season, which includes the Myriad Technologies Amplified Series, the Emil Anderson Spark Series, the Young at Heart Series, and the Envision Financial Visions Series. Learn more about the shows here.

When: Throughout 2023/2024

Where: Chilliwack Cultural Centre

Tickets: Varies by show

Finger Eleven

Ontario alt rock band (and one of the best-selling Canadian bands of all time) Finger Eleven is in Vancouver this November for an intimate show at The Pearl. 

When: November 16, 7pm

Where: The Pearl

Tickets: $45+, available online

Canadian Culinary Championship Vancouver Qualifier

Vancouver’s top chefs will be going head to head in the pursuit of qualifying for the Canadian Culinary Championship on October 18, marking a showcase of local culinary talent. 

When: October 18

Where: BC Place

Tickets: $450+, available online

The Queer Cabaret

This monthly comedy/variety show features queer performers of drag, burlesque, puppetry, music, and more at Bimini’s Pub & Lounge. 

When: Every third Thursday starting September 19, 7pm

Where: Bimini’s Pub & Lounge

Tickets: $25, available online

Glam Slam 27

Vancouver’s weirdest wrestling show has announced its return to the arena (the WISE Hall) for its 27th iteration on September 15. 

When: September 15, 8pm

Where: The WISE Hall

Tickets: $33+, available online

Vancouver Bandits 2024 season tickets

The Vancouver Bandits, Lower Mainland’s representation in the Canadian Elite Basketball League, have announced the sale of season tickets for their 2024 season at the Langley Events Centre. 

When: Early bird pricing until October 20

Where: Langley Events Centre

Tickets: Starting at $220

Check out more events here.