We love a short work week.

And while the fact that we had Monday off might mean that our weekly events roundup is a tad shorter than usual, there are still plenty of awesome goings-on to check out before we’re back to a regularly-scheduled weekend.

Pride Trivia

Test your knowledge of LGBTQ+ history, culture, and icons in a fun-filled atmosphere.

When: August 8

Where: Turquoise Goat Board Game Cafe

Admission: $15

Retro Go-Go Beach Class + Party

Learn authentic 1960s go-go techniques, stamina-building tricks, and how to maintain stage presence even when you’re all shaken out.

When: August 9

Where: Jericho Beach Park

Admission: $15

Brews & Books: An Evening with Renée Saklikar

Acclaimed author and poet Renée Sarojini Saklikar will delve into her latest epic fantasy, Bramah’s Quest.

When: August 9

Where: The Modern Pantry

Admission: Free

Vancouver Queer Film Festival

The Vancouver Queer Film Festival is putting 2SLGBTQIA+ stories and experiences on the big screen, curating local and international films that illuminate, celebrate, and bring positive change for queer, trans, and Two Spirit people.

When: August 10 to 30

Where: Various venues

Admission: $15

Vancouver Story Slam

Ten storytellers share unique, original stories, competing for cash prizes by audience vote. This Wednesday’s show features Abby Crispo, Alix Croisé, Don Simpson, Fergus Allen, Linda Lawson, Marylee Stephenson, Mike Sheridan, Roy Prevost, Salman Zafar, and Stella Palermo, plus special guest CBC Radio satirist Lalo Espejo.

When: August 10

Where: Hero’s Welcome

Admission: $6

The Improv Centre: Friday Jr.

Thursday is basically Friday, especially at The Improv Centre when they offer a Friday Jr. show. Cheap drinks and a pay-what-you-can model: need we say more?

When: August 10

Where: The Improv Centre

Admission: $10-$20

Want more? Check out our events page to find out what else is going on around the city.