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X-WR-CALNAME:Vancouver · free · this weekend · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Come Toward the Fire 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260918T061030Z UID:10005722-1789689600-1789948799@604now.com CATEGORIES:community,family,festival,free DESCRIPTION:Come Toward the Fire is a three-day family-friendly festival c elebrating Indigenous culture\, creativity\, and community. Presented by t he Chan Centre for the Performing Arts and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\ , everyone is invited to enjoy a weekend packed with free performances\, a ctivities\, delicious eats\, and a fantastic selection of vendors selling all sorts of treasures! \nCome Toward the Fire 2026\nAs a celebration of I ndigenous creativity\, brilliance\, and culture\, Come Toward the Fire aim s to amplify Indigenous voices with vibrant spaces and welcoming atmospher es. It’s a fantastic opportunity for anybody and everybody to take part in the festivities and learn more about Indigenous culture. \nFriday and S aturday admission is free and includes performances by Indigenous artists\ , film screenings\, dance groups\, workshops\, storytelling\, food vendors \, and an artisan market. The market includes mouthwatering food\, beautif ul beadwork\, and plenty of artwork to admire. Whether you’re looking fo r a gift for somebody or a treat for yourself\, you’re sure to find it h ere. \nAnd on Sunday\, you can also expect a ticketed finale concert! \nTh e performance features performances by two-time JUNO Award-winning Oji-Cre e singer-songwriter Aysanabee\, rising Haisla/Vancouver pop and rap star  Boslen\, JUNO-nominated Mohawk singer-writer Logan Staats\, Musqueam story teller and former Vancouver Poet Laureate Miss Christie Lee\, the Vancouv er debut of JUNO-nominated Cree pop singer Siibii\, an opening performa nce from Coast Salish dance group Tsatsu Stalqayu (Coastal Wolf Pack)\,  and a traditional welcome from Musqueam councillor Alec Guerin. \nYou w on’t want to miss this amazing weekend filled with Indigenous voices and celebration! \nEVENT DETAILS: \n📅 Date: September 18 – 20\, 2026 \n 📍 Location: Chan Centre \n🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Come Toward the Fire 2026 \n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n You might also like\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n One Last Summer Adventure – Things to Do in V ancouver With Kids Before Summer Ends \n \ n \n \n\n \n \n \ n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Where To Go For Thanksgiving Dinner I n Metro Vancouver \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n West Vancouver is Getting a Trendy New Cypress Mountain V illage \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 16 Fun + Charming Pumpkin Patches In Metro Vancouver (MAP) LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061030Z LOCATION:UBC Chan Centre\, 6265 Crescent Road\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6T 1Z1\, Canada URL:https://604now.com/events/come-toward-the-fire-vancouver/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:604 Now X-SOURCE-URL:https://604now.com/events/diljit-dosanjh-aura-world-tour-vanc ouver-bc-place-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ʔəm̓i ce:p xʷiwəl (Come Toward the Fire) Festival DTSTART:20260918T070000Z DTEND:20260921T070000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T120711Z UID:ZTZkMDg5YTNlMGQz CATEGORIES:festival,free DESCRIPTION:Join us September 18-20 for a three day celebration of Indigen ous culture\, creativity\, and community.⁠ \nDay 1 (Friday Sept 18 / 12: 30PM – 4:30PM) – Knowledge Sharing: Learn and experience Indigenous cu ltures\, language\, and histories at the Chan Centre and at our partners a cross UBC Campus. Take a tour\, watch a film\, or attend a workshop and ta ke in new learning opportunities. No registration required\, all events ar e free to attend! \nDay 2 (Saturday Sept 19 / 12PM – 6PM) – Daytime Fe stival: Free programming at the Chan Centre that includes music\, dance\, films\, storytellers\, workshops\, an artisan market\, and more! Wristband s required by donation. \nDay 3 (Sunday Sept 20 / 6PM) – Finale Concert: Celebrate the closing of this year’s festival with an exuberant main st age concert featuring some of the best Indigenous talent from across the c ontinent. Hosted by Dallas Goldtooth with performances by Aysanabee\, Bosl en\, Siibii\, Logan Staats\, and more! Tickets are required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T120711Z LOCATION:Chan Centre for the Performing Arts\, 6265 Crescent Road\, Vanco uver\, British Columbia\, V6T1Z1\, Canada URL:https://ubyssey.ca/events/?event=ZTZkMDg5YTNlMGQz&utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Events Around Campus from The Ubyssey X-SOURCE-URL:https://ubyssey.ca/sports/ubc-esports-university-league-of-le gends-season-primer-march-2017 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pop Up Dances Festival DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T001628Z UID:26090-1789718400-1789837200@thedancecentre.ca CATEGORIES:dance,festival,free DESCRIPTION:New Works is thrilled to bring back Pop Up Dances to the Centr al Library for two spectacular days of live dance and movement in unexpect ed spaces. Co-presented with the Vancouver Public Library\, this site-spec ific festival invites audiences to experience the library’s iconic\, col osseum-inspired architecture transformed through dance and movement. Pop U p Dances invites audiences of all ages to experience five brilliant\, site -specific dance works completely free of charge. \nGuided performances sta rt on the North Plaza at the Georgia Street Promenade entrance. \nMore inf o. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T001628Z URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/pop-up-dances-festival/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:The Dance Centre X-SOURCE-URL:https://thedancecentre.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:UBC Recreation's Free Week DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T120558Z UID:ODZhMTEzN2RiNDMz CATEGORIES:free,wellness DESCRIPTION:Welcome to UBC Recreation’s Free Week – a week when you ca n try out a variety of fitness classes for free! Open to UBC Students\, UB C Faculty & Staff\, and the public\, programs are available across several recreation facilities at UBC Vancouver’s Point Grey campus. No experien ce is required for any of the classes and all abilities are welcome! Pleas e note Free Week is only available to to registered fitness classes and gr oup fitness. \nLearn more on their website! LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T120558Z URL:https://ubyssey.ca/events/?event=ODZhMTEzN2RiNDMz&utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Events Around Campus from The Ubyssey X-SOURCE-URL:https://ubyssey.ca/sports/ubc-esports-university-league-of-le gends-season-primer-march-2017 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cultural Awareness and Social Etiquette in Canada\, English\, Fars i and Dari DTSTART:20260918T210000Z DTEND:20260918T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T003523Z UID:10011561-1789740000-1789747200@issbc.org CATEGORIES:community,education,free DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nFree workshops for Asylum Seekers and Refugee Claima nts who live in Vancouver and Burnaby \n\n\n\nFree childminding and bus ti ckets available. \n\nWhen: September 18\, 2026 \n\nTime: 2:00 pm to 4:00 p m \n\nEnglish\, Farsi and Dari \n\nIn person and online via Teams \n\nWher e: \n\n2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouver\, BC V5N 4L2 LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T003523Z LOCATION:ISSofBC Vancouver Welcome Centre\, 2610 Victoria Drive\, Vancouve r\, BC\, V6A 2L7\, Canada URL:https://issbc.org/event/cultural-awareness-and-social-etiquette-in-can ada-english-and-arabic/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig n=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) X-SOURCE-URL:https://issbc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bike the Night DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061030Z UID:10006347-1789750800-1789765200@604now.com CATEGORIES:community,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:HUB Cycling is hosting Bike the Night\, a 10-kilometre bike ri de along the iconic Vancouver Seawall to promote safe bike light usage for safe cycling! Take part in a fun night ride with your friends\, family an d community this September! \nRELATED: 85+ Fun Things To Do In Metro Vanco uver This September \nBike the Night\nThe event starts off with a fun\, pr e-ride celebration at David Lam Park. You can expect music\, food trucks\, free bike maintenance\, bike decorating\, light giveaways\, Project 529 r egistrations and valuable information to help you feel confident cycling a t night. \nAnd once the sun begins to set\, hundreds of beautifully-lit bi kes will hit the Seawall for a brilliant night ride. The route begins at t he Seawall\, winding from there and across Burrard Bridge before returning back to David Lam Park. The ride plans to be safe and enjoyable for all a ges and abilities. \nDo note that the ride takes place in two waves follow ing the pre-festival. The first wave is geared more toward families with y oung children who may ride slower or have earlier bedtimes. \nBack at Davi d Lam Park\, the festivities will still be going on. Feel free to stick ar ound and hang out with the community after your night bike ride! \nRegistr ation\nWhile the event is free to attend and take part in\, the event is l imited to 1\,000 riders. Grab your spot before it’s gone! \nEVENT DETAIL S: \n📅 Date: September 18\, 2026 \n📍 Location: David Lam Park & Th e Vancouver Seawall \n🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Bike the Night \n\n \ n\n \n \n\n \n You might also like\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n One Last Summer Adventure – Things to Do in Vancouver With Kid s Before Summer Ends \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Where To Go For Thanksgiving Dinner In Metro Vancouver \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n West Vancouver is Getting a Trendy New Cypress Mountain Village \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 16 Fun + Ch arming Pumpkin Patches In Metro Vancouver (MAP) LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061030Z LOCATION:David Lam Park\, Pacific Blvd and Drake Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6G 1Z4\, Canada URL:https://604now.com/events/bike-the-night-vancouver/?utm_source=caldisc overy&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:604 Now X-SOURCE-URL:https://604now.com/events/diljit-dosanjh-aura-world-tour-vanc ouver-bc-place-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Vancouver International Flamenco Festival 2026 DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260928T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T001628Z UID:25524-1789804800-1790528400@thedancecentre.ca CATEGORIES:festival,free DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, Flamenco Rosario presents the 36th edition of the Va ncouver Flamenco Festival. This year’s festival features a vibrant lineu p of local\, national\, and international artists through live performance s\, workshops\, masterclasses\, and community events. \nThe 2026 festival highlights local talent and celebrates the growth of flamenco in Vancouver and British Columbia. Over the years\, artists\, musicians\, dancers\, te achers\, and audiences have helped build a strong and vibrant flamenco com munity. This festival is an opportunity to recognize and honour those who have dedicated themselves to keeping this art form alive and thriving. \nO ffering both ticketed and free events\, the festival is a tribute to the a rtists who continue to pursue their creative path with passion\, courage\, and commitment. It is also a celebration of the connections created throu gh flamenco and the opportunity to share this rich artistic tradition with audiences in Vancouver. \nFestival highlights include guest artist Victor Fernández\, choreographer\, dancer\, and educator from Granada\, Spain t hat will be joining Flamenco Rosario with the premiere of Nuevo IV- Lo nue vo y lo añejo . Additional programming features Jafelin Helter’s Raíz Viva \, Kasandra Flamenco’s United Elements \, and Karen Flamenco’s Je wels . \nThrough connection\, commitment\, and perseverance\, the Vancouve r Flamenco Festival honours its history while looking toward the future of flamenco in Canada. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T001628Z URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/vancouver-international-flamenco-festi val-2026/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:The Dance Centre X-SOURCE-URL:https://thedancecentre.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:UBC Recreation's Free Week DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T120558Z UID:MThlYjY0NzVlYmQ0 CATEGORIES:free,wellness DESCRIPTION:Welcome to UBC Recreation’s Free Week – a week when you ca n try out a variety of fitness classes for free! Open to UBC Students\, UB C Faculty & Staff\, and the public\, programs are available across several recreation facilities at UBC Vancouver’s Point Grey campus. No experien ce is required for any of the classes and all abilities are welcome! Pleas e note Free Week is only available to to registered fitness classes and gr oup fitness. \nLearn more on their website! LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T120558Z URL:https://ubyssey.ca/events/?event=MThlYjY0NzVlYmQ0&utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Events Around Campus from The Ubyssey X-SOURCE-URL:https://ubyssey.ca/sports/ubc-esports-university-league-of-le gends-season-primer-march-2017 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Fun Time DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T122923Z UID:185020-1789812000-1789815600@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:Sooke is hosting a drop-in Family Fun Time on Saturday morning s! We’ll have board games\, puzzles\, STEAM toys and more set up for a r ange of ages (mostly 0-5). A chance for self-directed play for young ones and social time for caregivers. Stop by and check it out! \nThere’s no n eed to register for this fun and free event. \nHope to see you here! LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T122923Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-fun-time/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldis covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Word Vancouver DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T000821Z UID:61826-1789815600-1789837200@www.readlocalbc.ca CATEGORIES:festival,free,literary DESCRIPTION:Word Vancouver\, Western Canada’s largest FREE literary Fest ival\, returns to UBC Robson Square on Saturday September 19th from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. \nEvents with authors of all genres\, editors\, publishers\ , and people from all aspects of the literary world will take place throug hout the day. Outside in the covered rink area\, we’ll host a robust exh ibitor space with over 60 representatives from publishers\, artisans\, aut hors\, magazines\, and so much more! We have a poetry tent and a children ’s tent\, both of which will feature authors all day long. \nLearn how t o pitch your book to a publisher\, hear readings from local authors\, part icipate in a family-friendly comic jam\, shop for books with our bookselle r Cross and Crows\, and meet and talk with all literary types! \nWord Vanc ouver is free to attend and everyone is welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T000821Z LOCATION:UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6E 1A7\, Ca nada URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/word-vancouver-3/?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Read Local BC X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/metaphorically-speaking-onli ne-reading END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Festivibe 2026: North Vancouver's Multicultural Family Festival DTSTART:20260919T190000Z DTEND:20260920T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T050801Z UID:10006273-1789819200-1789855200@604now.com CATEGORIES:festival,free DESCRIPTION:For one day\, North Vancouver’s iconic Shipyards Waterfront District transforms into a vibrant celebration of the cultures\, flavours\ , music\, and traditions that make Metro Vancouver one of the world’s mo st diverse communities. \nExperience a full day of live multicultural perf ormances\, authentic international cuisine\, artisan shopping inside the P ipe Shop Venue\, interactive cultural experiences\, and family-friendly ac tivities\, all set against one of the region’s most spectacular waterfro nt destinations. \nExplore cultural traditions through music and dance\, d iscover unique handcrafted goods from local artisans\, enjoy delicious foo d from around the world\, and connect with the people and organizations th at make our communities so vibrant. \nFamilies can enjoy a dedicated Kids Village filled with engaging activities\, entertainment\, and interactive experiences designed to inspire curiosity\, creativity\, and connection. F estival admission is free\, with Kids Village admission supporting Kids Li fe Foundation\, a North Shore non-profit organization dedicated to creatin g meaningful opportunities for children and families throughout the year. \nWhether you’re visiting from North Vancouver\, Vancouver\, Burnaby\, R ichmond\, Surrey\, Coquitlam\, the Tri-Cities\, or beyond\, Festivibe 2026 offers a unique opportunity to experience the world without leaving Metro Vancouver! \nEVENT DETAILS: \n📅 Date: September 19\, 2026 \n📍 Lo cation: The Shipyards / The Pipe Shop Venue \n🎟️ More Info: Festivib e 2026 LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T050801Z LOCATION:The Shipyards\, 125 Victory Ship Way\, North Vancouver\, BC\, V7L 0B3 URL:https://604now.com/events/festivibe-2026-multicultural-family-festival -north-vancouver-september-2026/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&ut m_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:604 Now X-SOURCE-URL:https://604now.com/events/diljit-dosanjh-aura-world-tour-vanc ouver-bc-place-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:UBC Recreation's Free Week DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T120558Z UID:MGNiNGZiNWEwMzM5 CATEGORIES:free,wellness DESCRIPTION:Welcome to UBC Recreation’s Free Week – a week when you ca n try out a variety of fitness classes for free! Open to UBC Students\, UB C Faculty & Staff\, and the public\, programs are available across several recreation facilities at UBC Vancouver’s Point Grey campus. No experien ce is required for any of the classes and all abilities are welcome! Pleas e note Free Week is only available to to registered fitness classes and gr oup fitness. \nLearn more on their website! LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T120558Z URL:https://ubyssey.ca/events/?event=MGNiNGZiNWEwMzM5&utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Events Around Campus from The Ubyssey X-SOURCE-URL:https://ubyssey.ca/sports/ubc-esports-university-league-of-le gends-season-primer-march-2017 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR