Visual Arts
May 6, 2024 - May 26, 2024
Annual International Mail-in Art Exhibition
This annual exhibition makes exhibiting on a global scale a more reachable goal for international artists! Each year the Federation encourages artists to submit work on a thin 8" x 10" substrate that can be affordably mailed to the gallery…
Kids StuffPerforming Arts
May 15, 2024 - May 26, 2024
The Papa Penguin Play
Penguins Peaches and Izzy are the Zoo’s main attraction: two male penguins who put on daily shows to visitors’ delight. But when other penguin couples lay eggs and go on to have a chick, these two pine for parenting life.…
May 16, 2024 - July 13, 2024
Camp What’s-It-Called
Starry nights, food fights, and cabin competitions – just a few of the staples of a great week at camp! Will our campers have the greatest summer of their teenage lives, or will their mischief lead to mayhem? YOU decide!…
Educational EventsKids StuffLearningLive MusicOutdoors
May 25, 2024 - May 25, 2024
Heidelberg Open House
Come explore the inner workings of a concrete plant on Granville Island! There will be a live band, face painting, a giant sand box, and much more. We will also be sharing information and answering questions about what Heidelberg Materials…
Art & CraftsFestivalsKids StuffLearningLive MusicOutdoorsPerforming Arts
May 27, 2024 - June 2, 2024
Vancouver International Children’s Festival
Head down to Granville Island for the Vancouver International Children’s Festival May 27 to June 2 and enjoy spectacular performances from around the globe for kids and families of all ages! The 2024 Festival features circus arts, puppetry, theatre, dance,…
Educational EventsLearningVisual Arts
June 1, 2024 - June 2, 2024
Negar Jazbi Artist Pop-Up Event
Experience the captivating work of Iranian-Canadian artist Negar Jazbi at the Circle Craft Store on Granville Island, June 1-2. Specializing in fashion accessories, Negar combines craftsmanship, design, and technology to create stunning purses. During this pop-up event, she will be…
Performing Arts
June 3, 2024 - June 9, 2024
Lights Up Musical Theatre Year-end Shows – The Future is NOW!
Lights Up Theatre Schools students aged 4 to 16 perform their end of year shows on Granville Island for parents and friends. 9 schools perform 'The Future is NOW' written especially for Lights Up Theatre in 9 separate shows this…
Kids StuffOutdoors
June 6, 2024 - June 6, 2024
Boat for Hope
Boat for Hope benefitting Variety – the Children’s Charity of BC, is a fun-filled water expedition where children with disabilities and complex health care needs live out their favourite pirate adventure. The action-packed day begins with over 350 Variety kids…
Performing Arts
June 13, 2024 - June 13, 2024
Improv Against Humanity: Summer Lovin’
Come see some of the funniest performers from around Vancouver bring Cards Against Humanity to life! Using the hit party game as inspiration, the comedians will create twisted and hilarious scenes for your comedy pleasure just in time for summer…
