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Echoes Of Peace

Staff submitted Echoes of Peace, Chinese Folk Songs and Traditional Melodies for Asian Heritage Month, Step into a rare and intimate live music experience this spring in the heart of Vancouver. Echoes of Peace brings together the Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble and award-winning guest artist Ginalina for an afternoon of beautifully reimagined Chinese folk songs. Set inside the tranquil Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, this concert blends the sounds of traditional instruments with contemporary arrangements that feel both timeless and deeply human. Expect music that moves gently through themes of connection, identity, and belonging. This is more than a performance. It is a pause. A chance to step away from the noise and settle into something calm, reflective, and grounding. Whether you come with friends or on your own, you will be welcomed into a shared space of stillness and sound. Featuring: Jirong Huang (erhu), Zhong Xi Wu (suona), Sarah Yusha Tan (guzheng), GuiLian Liu (pipa), Sijia Huang (keyboard), … Event type: Celebration / festival. Neighbourhoods: All of Vancouver. Audiences: All ages. Languages: English. Mandarin. Other. Accessibility: Accessible venue and parking. Sustainability: Near public transit. Water fountains. Zero waste / recycling stations. Ticket price: $13-23. Registration website: https://www.chinesemusicvancouver.com/echoes-of-peace. Buy tickets: https://www.showpass.com/echoes-of-peace/. Organizer type: Other. Organizer name: Vancouver Chinese Instrumental Music Society. Organizer website: https://www.chinesemusicvancouver.com/echoes-of-peace. Organizer email: Vancouverchinesemusicensemble@gmail.com. Sunday, May 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Chinese Classical Garden.

Silent Movie Mondays: The Lodger: a Story of the London Fog

Staff submitted Escape to the roaring 1920s at Silent Movie Mondays, a popular film series presented by Vancouver Civic Theatres! Join us in the stunning Orpheum theatre to enjoy a screening of The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog (1927) directed by Alfred Hitchcock while a soundtrack is played live on the theatre’s rare Wurlitzer organ - an instrument originally created to accompany silent films and the last in Canada still in its original home. Alfred Hitchcock considered The Lodger to be his true directorial debut, it also became his first critical and commercial success. This haunting silent thriller tells the tale of a mysterious young man who takes up residence at a London boarding house just as a killer known as the Avenger descends upon the city. An evening at Silent Movie Mondays also includes a live Jazz Band performance one hour before the show and a fun post-show talk from Vancouver Film School’s Keith Blackmore. Event type: Arts / film / exhibit. Neighbourhoods: Downtown. Ticket price: 20. Buy tickets: https://vancouvercivictheatres.com/events/vct-silent-movie-mondays-the-lodger-may-25-2026/. Organizer type: City of Vancouver. Organizer name: Vancouver Civic Theatres. Organizer website: https://vancouvercivictheatres.com/. Organizer email: vctpresents@vancouver.ca. Monday, May 25, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Orpheum 601 Smithe St, Vancouver.

Neighbourhood Cleanup x Yellowfish Marking- Hastings-Sunrise

Staff submitted Join us for a litter cleanup and catch basin marking event in Hastings-Sunrise on Thursday, May 28th from 10:30am- 12:30pm to keep the neighbourhood looking spectacular!  You can look for the tent setup at Kiwassa Neighbourhood House (2425 Oxford St). We will provide cleanup equipment such as gloves, litter pickers or tongs, and garbage bags, but you are also welcome to bring your own. During the cleanup, supplies will also be loaned to mark some of the catch basins in the area with the Yellowfish symbol to help prevent litter from ending up in the waterways. Please follow the registration link below to sign up, and reach out to cleanup@vancouver.ca if you have any questions. For more information on the Yellowfish program, please visit : https://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/yellow-fish-program.aspx. Event type: Community. Campaign, project, or topic: Cleanup party. Neighbourhoods: Hastings-Sunrise. Audiences: All ages. Ticket price: Free. Registration website: https://bttr.im/bijou. Organizer type: City of Vancouver. Organizer name: Solid Waste Services. Organizer email: cleanup@vancouver.ca. Thursday, May 28, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Kiwassa Neighbourhood House 2425 Oxford St, Vancouver.

Pop-up Recycling Event & Free Swap Tent

Staff submitted This event combines two events at A.R. Lord Elementary School, 555 Lillooet St (enter from E Pender St). For details and a list of accepted and not accepted items for each event, please refer to the webpages linked below. , Pop-up Recycling event, Bring your unwanted electronics, small appliances, clothing and more to our FREE pop-up recycling event. Pop-up recycling event webpage , Free Swap tent, There are three ways to participate in the free swap tent: (1) Swap it. Drop off items for others to choose from and then pick out new-to-you items dropped off by others. (2) Donate it. Feel free to donate items without taking home anything new. (3) Take it. Nothing to donate? No problem! Everyone is welcome to take items home.   General guidelines: Items will be accepted from 10am-12:30pm. Size – each item will fit in a regular size reusable bag – think grocery bag. Condition - in clean, good working order. Quantity - bring 1-2 items, take up to 10 items.   What to do when you arrive: … Event type: Community. Campaign, project, or topic: Zero Waste Strategy. Neighbourhoods: All of Vancouver. Organizer type: City of Vancouver. Organizer name: Solid Waste Services. Organizer website: https://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/zero-waste-drop-off-events.aspx?utm_campaign=drop-off&utm_medium=Vanity&utm_source=drop-off_Vanity. Organizer email: reduce.waste@vancouver.ca. Saturday, May 30, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. A.R. Lord Elementary School.

Young at Heart Choir Fundraiser

Staff submitted Indulge in the magic of music at our intimate afternoon concert, a fundraiser featuring the "Young at Heart Seniors Choir." Be serenaded with classic oldies and popular tunes, and sing along joyously. A portion of the proceeds support Killarney Seniors Centre programs. Join us for a harmonious fundraising celebration. Come relax and enjoy your Sunday afternoon! ! Event type: Community. Neighbourhoods: All of Vancouver. Audiences: All ages. Accessibility: Accessible venue and parking. Ticket price: $12.60. Registration website: https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/vancouver/activity/search/detail/597316?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true. Organizer type: Community centre association. Organizer name: Sze Lok Wong. Organizer email: slwong2000@yahoo.com. Sunday, May 31, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Killarney Community Centre.

Go By Bike Week - City of Vancouver Sponsored Celebration Station

Staff submitted Bike to School. Bike to Work. Bike to Shop. Log Your Rides to Win Prizes - It’s Go By Bike Week!   HUB Cycling’s Spring Go By Bike Week returns to Metro Vancouver from May 30-June 5! Join for free at logmyride.gobybikebc.ca. Ride solo or join as a team with your co-workers, roommates, family, or friends.   Stop by this Celebration Station for free bike maintenance, swag, and resources, including the new 2026 City of Vancouver cycling map! . Event type: Community. Campaign, project, or topic: Climate Emergency. Neighbourhoods: Mount Pleasant. Audiences: All ages. Languages: English. Organizer type: Community organization. Organizer name: HUB Cycling. Organizer website: www.bikehub.ca. Organizer email: gobybike@bikehub.ca. Monday, June 1, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Milton Wong Plaza 1650 Manitoba St, Vancouver, BC V5Y 0B8, Canada.

Italian Heritage Month

Read about Italian Heritage Month. Event type: Celebration / festival. Neighbourhoods: All of Vancouver. Audiences: All ages. Languages: English. Organizer type: City of Vancouver. Organizer name: Archives. Organizer website: https://vancouver.ca/people-programs/italian-heritage-month.aspx. Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

Go By Bike Week - City of Vancouver Sponsored Celebration Station

Staff submitted Bike to School. Bike to Work. Bike to Shop. Log Your Rides to Win Prizes - It’s Go By Bike Week!   HUB Cycling’s Spring Go By Bike Week returns to Metro Vancouver from May 30-June 5! Join for free at logmyride.gobybikebc.ca. Ride solo or join as a team with your co-workers, roommates, family, or friends.   Stop by this Celebration Station for free bike maintenance, swag, and resources, including the new 2026 City of Vancouver cycling map! . Event type: Community. Campaign, project, or topic: Climate Emergency. Neighbourhoods: Downtown. Audiences: All ages. Languages: English. Organizer type: Community organization. Organizer name: HUB Cycling. Organizer website: www.bikehub.ca. Organizer email: gobybike@bikehub.ca. Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. George Wainborn Park 450 Beach Crescent Vancouver, BC V6Z 3E9, Canada.

Go By Bike Week - City of Vancouver Sponsored Celebration Station

Staff submitted Bike to School. Bike to Work. Bike to Shop. Log Your Rides to Win Prizes - It’s Go By Bike Week!   HUB Cycling’s Spring Go By Bike Week returns to Metro Vancouver from May 30-June 5! Join for free at logmyride.gobybikebc.ca. Ride solo or join as a team with your co-workers, roommates, family, or friends.   Stop by this Celebration Station for free bike maintenance, swag, and resources, including the new 2026 City of Vancouver cycling map! . Event type: Community. Campaign, project, or topic: Climate Emergency. Neighbourhoods: Downtown. Audiences: All ages. Languages: English. Organizer type: Community organization. Organizer name: HUB Cycling. Organizer website: www.bikehub.ca. Organizer email: gobybike@bikehub.ca. Thursday, June 4, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Cathedral Square 566 Richards St Vancouver, BC V6B 1X4, Canada.

Vancouver Landfill Open House

Staff submitted 2026 VANCOUVER LANDFILL OPEN HOUSE Come help us celebrate our 60th birthday! Bring your family and join us for a fun-filled behind-the-scenes tour of the Vancouver Landfill and find out where your garbage and yard trimmings end up. Get driving directions, Please note: The Vancouver Landfill is not easily accessible by public transit. If you don't have access to a vehicle, find a friend or family member to carpool with. When you get there, shuttle buses will transport you between the parking and event areas. Review the event site map PDF file (311 KB), On your Landfill adventure: Climb inside a piece of landfill equipment , Take a guided bus tour (wheelchair accessible) , Meet the trained hawks and falcons of the Bird Control Team , Learn about zero waste and conservation through hands-on displays , Get creative with face painting, arts & crafts and more , Unleash your inner green thumb and pot some plants , Take home a free bag of compost (bags provided) , Enjoy free food and beverages, What to bring: … Event type: Community. Neighbourhoods: All of Vancouver. Audiences: All ages. Accessibility: Accessible venue and parking. Sustainability: Zero waste / recycling stations. Organizer type: City of Vancouver. Organizer name: City of Vancouver. Saturday, June 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Vancouver Landfill 5400 72 St Delta, BC V4K 3N3, Canada.

Chinatown Cleanup x Yellowfish Marking

Staff submitted Join us for a litter cleanup and catch basin marking event in Chinatown on Wednesday, June 10th from 5:30pm- 7:30pm to keep the neighbourhood looking spectacular!  , You can look for the tent setup by the Chinese Community Policing Centre on 44 E Pender St. We will provide cleanup equipment such as gloves, litter pickers or tongs, and garbage bags, but you are also welcome to bring your own. During the cleanup, supplies will also be loaned to mark some of the catch basins in the area with the Yellowfish symbol to help prevent litter from ending up in the waterways. , Please follow the registration link below to sign up, and reach out to cleanup@vancouver.ca if you have any questions. , For more information on the Yellowfish program, please visit : https://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/yellow-fish-program.aspx. Event type: Community. Campaign, project, or topic: Cleanup party. Neighbourhoods: Downtown. Sustainability: Near public transit. Ticket price: Free. Registration website: https://bttr.im/tm48r. Organizer type: City of Vancouver. Organizer name: Solid Waste Services. Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. 44 E Pender St, Vancouver.

Pop-up Recycling Event & Free Swap Tent

Staff submitted This event combines two events at Riley Park, 50 E 30th Ave (parking lot). For details and a list of accepted and not accepted items for each event, please refer to the webpages linked below. , Pop-up Recycling event, Bring your unwanted electronics, small appliances, clothing and more to our FREE pop-up recycling event. Pop-up recycling event webpage , Free Swap tent, There are three ways to participate in the free swap tent: (1) Swap it. Drop off items for others to choose from and then pick out new-to-you items dropped off by others. (2) Donate it. Feel free to donate items without taking home anything new. (3) Take it. Nothing to donate? No problem! Everyone is welcome to take items home.   General guidelines: Items will be accepted from 10am-12:30pm. Size – each item will fit in a regular size reusable bag – think grocery bag. Condition - in clean, good working order. Quantity - bring 1-2 items, take up to 10 items.   What to do when you arrive: Step 1 - If you have them,… Event type: Community. Campaign, project, or topic: Zero Waste Strategy. Neighbourhoods: All of Vancouver. Organizer type: City of Vancouver. Organizer name: Solid Waste Services. Organizer website: https://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/zero-waste-drop-off-events.aspx?utm_campaign=drop-off&utm_medium=Vanity&utm_source=drop-off_Vanity. Organizer email: reduce.waste@vancouver.ca. Sunday, June 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Riley Park 50 E 30th Ave Vancouver.

National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism

Staff submitted City Hall's flag will be at half-mast in honour of National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism. Event type: Community. Campaign, project, or topic: Flag observance. Neighbourhoods: All of Vancouver. Audiences: All ages. Languages: English. Organizer type: City of Vancouver. Organizer name: External Protocol. Tuesday, June 23, 2026. City Hall Vancouver City Hall 453 W 12th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1V4, Canada.

Neighbourhood Cleanup x Yellowfish Marking- West End Neighbourhood

Staff submitted Join us for a litter cleanup and catch basin marking event in Hastings-Sunrise on Saturday, July 4th from 10:15am- 12:15pm to keep the neighbourhood looking spectacular!  You can look for the tent setup in Alexandra Park (1755 Beach Avenue). We will provide cleanup equipment such as gloves, litter pickers or tongs, and garbage bags, but you are also welcome to bring your own. During the cleanup, supplies will also be loaned to mark some of the catch basins in the area with the Yellowfish symbol to help prevent litter from ending up in the waterways. Please follow the registration link below to sign up, and reach out to cleanup@vancouver.ca if you have any questions. For more information on the Yellowfish program, please visit : https://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/yellow-fish-program.aspx. Event type: Community. Campaign, project, or topic: Cleanup party. Neighbourhoods: Downtown. Ticket price: Free. Registration website: https://bttr.im/6eio0. Organizer type: City of Vancouver. Organizer name: Engineering. Saturday, July 4, 2026, 10:15 AM – 12:15 PM. Alexandra Park 1755 Beach Avenue, Vancouver.