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Fools at Play: A Clown Cabaret

Come one, come all to FOOLS AT PLAY, a clown spectacular on Granville Island, presented by Axis Theatre Company and Granville Island. A celebration of nonsense, silliness and complete absurdity, this family-friendly Clown Cabaret marks the final showcase of works created and performed by Axis’ CLOWN TURN CREATION intensive participants.

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Canoe Cultures

We look forward to welcoming back Canoe Cultures for their third year of programming on Granville Island. Canoe Cultures is an Indigenous lead organization, dedicated to the art and culture […]

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Kids on Wheels Zone

Kids as young as 18 months are invited to practice riding our balance bikes in a fun interactive riding course! We also provide helmets — kids just need to show […]

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Preschool for Grownups

A transformational experience in self expression and creativity, disguised as a sculpture workshop. This course is for artists and aspiring artists of all skill and experience levels. Although there is […]

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Arts Umbrella Open House and Registration Fair

Join Arts Umbrella on Saturday, September 9, 2023, from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM for an Open House and Registration Fair! This event will take place at 1400 Johnston Street, […]

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Ballet BC Move: Fall 2023 classes and workshops

Ballet BC's new classes and workshops program features drop-in classes in ballet and yoga, plus progressive series in ballet, tango, contemporary, Pilates, and creative immersion. Learn from the top instructors in […]

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Culture Days: Open Session with Ballet BC

Ballet BC invites you to an exciting open studio rehearsal as the company prepares for its tour to the Fall for Dance Festivals in New York City and Toronto. Get […]

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Arts Umbrella National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Arts Umbrella Canada, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

On September 30th, all Arts Umbrella students, families, and friends are invited and encouraged to join them for a meaningful day of reflection and education. Activities and talks will be […]

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Latin American Heritage Month

Ocean Artworks - Covered outdoor public space & pavillion Canada, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada +3 more

Latino Heritage Month celebrates its 4th year on Granville Island! Join us for events and installations all over Granville Island, celebrating the enriching Latino culture and our connection and influence […]

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Vancouver Writers Festival

Performance Works Canada, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada +4 more

Celebrate the 36th year of the Vancouver Writers Fest! Over 115 authors appearing in-person at over 80 events across Granville Island. Events for students, youth, families, and adults, including events […]

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Chutzpah! Festival: FORGE

Part of the Chutzpah Festival’s exploration of how artists address difficult histories, FORGE is a captivating multi-day performance piece examining how places of trauma are memorialized. Jewish, Queer UK Artist […]

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Circle Craft Artist Pop Up: Pen Hsuan Hsing of ArtPen Studios

Join us for an extraordinary pop-up event featuring ArtPen Studio's holiday collection, where you'll find fun holiday gifts like Tangram-inspired puzzle sets – the perfect holiday presents! Plus, you'll have the chance to meet the talented artist in person. Don't miss this unique opportunity to shop for handcrafted treasures and connect with the creative minds […]

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Event Series Vancouver Lantern Festival Workshops

Vancouver Lantern Festival Workshops

Ocean Artworks - Covered outdoor public space & pavillion Canada, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Colour the Dragon Dragons come in different shapes, sizes, and colours! Which one represents you the most? A group project using polarized film and our imaginations to create dragon scales […]

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Event Series Vancouver Lantern Festival Workshops

Vancouver Lantern Festival Workshops

Ocean Artworks - Covered outdoor public space & pavillion Canada, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Colour the Dragon Dragons come in different shapes, sizes, and colours! Which one represents you the most? A group project using polarized film and our imaginations to create dragon scales […]

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Lanternfest: Bamboo Workshop

Arts Umbrella Canada, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

This gentle light is the fruit of traditional knowledge paired with modern interpretations. Founder of the Bamboo Says brand Huei-Ting Tsai believes that the natural beauty of bamboo can speak […]

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FLEET Studios Open House

Construction of FLEET studios one and two is currently underway on Granville Island. Come visit the team in January, say hello, and learn more about what is happening with FLEET […]

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Sustainable Fashion Showcase in Fashion Revolution Week

Ocean Artworks - Covered outdoor public space & pavillion Canada, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Join us for an immersive and interactive fashion experience with Vancouver’s leading designers and fashion students in innovation and sustainability. Featuring designs by Nicole Dextras, Ana D’Carvalho, Valentina Valor Ruiz […]

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