September is one of the busiest months for events in Vancouver and we’re ready to roll into the first full weekend of the month with a solid lineup of fun things to do around the city. From baseball and theatre, to block parties, markets, and exhibitions. Have a wonderful weekend!
Join the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation event in Maple Ridge this year, presented by PLEA Community Services, Katzie First Nation, Fraser River Indigenous Society, BC SPOKES and the City of Maple Ridge.
This year’s theme is “Acknowledging Indigenous Resilience” and is being planned by a large group of local organizations who believe strongly in bringing this event and its important message to Maple Ridge and the surrounding communities.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Date: Sunday, September 29, 2024 from 10:00am to 3:00pm
Motivational speaker and hiphop artist K.A.S.P. will be a guest speaker around 11:00am
This day honours the children who never returned home and the survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.
In 2023, the event welcomed over 4,000 people who were engaged and informed by Indigenous speakers, dancers, drummers, food, orange t-shirt painting and more.
This year, organizers expect the event to grow to welcome even more members of the community to come together in solidarity, to honour Indigenous culture, and to listen and to show respect for the survivors and families affected by the residential school system.
The event will include an opening march along with Indigenous speakers, dancers, drummers, and artists who will share their cultural artistry. There will be the creation of a community art piece throughout the day as well.
More than 30 other local non-profit organizations, community support agencies and businesses who support the local Indigenous community are also on the planning committee.
As we welcome autumn, we’ve curated a list of our current warming culinary favourites, along with notable limited edition menus in Metro Vancouver, all in one spot for our Vancouver Eats September feature. Here’s your restaurant news, menu updates, special events and more exciting tidbits for all food enthusiasts and those who love a good time:
Vancouver Eats: Autumn Harvest Tea, September Dinner Series
Pork Ramen at Kinton Ramen Surrey, photo submitted
Upcoming Themed Events
Kinton Ramen Surrey 1st Anniversary Specials
When: September 22nd from 11:00am to 10:00pm
Where: #103 – 13639 George Junction, Surrey
Details: Kinton Ramen is pleased to announce they will be celebrating their 1st year anniversary on Sunday, September 22nd by offering all signature ramen bowls for just $9.99 from 11:00am – 10:00pm at their Surrey location located at #103 – 13639 George Junction. This offer includes all of Kinton Ramen’s popular signature ramen varieties, featuring pork, chicken, beef and vegetarian options in Original, Miso, Shoyu and Spicy broths. The event is a gesture of gratitude to the Surrey community for welcoming Kinton Ramen to the neighbourhood and ongoing support.
This fall, The Improv Centre (TIC) presents The Betrayers for a limited engagement, featuring a fresh ensemble of talented performers, and you can enter to win tickets.
Inspired by the hit reality show The Traitors, this evening of deception, deceit, and laughter will take you deep into the twisted world of Betrayers—a high-stakes competition where improvisors navigate a web of lies and faux friendships, all in a bid to be the last one standing.
Fall Shows at the Improv Centre on Granville Island
When: September 26 – November 2, 2024
Where: The Improv Centre (1502 Duranleau St, Vancouver on Granville Island)
Tickets: From $28, with discounts available for students and seniors, and are available online or in person at the TIC Box Office.
In this interactive show created by longstanding TIC performer Allen Morrison, audience and performers alike try to figure out which improvisors are “betrayers” – but performers have to hurry as they could “meet their demise” at the hands of a betrayer at any time! Even the audience gets a say in who they trust and who they want gone for good. Will you discover the truth before it’s too late? Or will you be betrayed?!
After an open call audition process, TIC introduces new ensemble of performers this fall with Ambika Vas, Caitlin Maira, Carly Pokoradi, Della Haddock, Jenny Rubé, Maddy Rafter, and Mark Savoie joining the cast. Returning to The Improv Centre are Jalen Saip (Artistic Director), Alan Pavlakovic, Alex Gullason, Alex Parra, Allen Morrison, Brad Rossington, Cameron Grant, Chris Casillan, Dan Willows, Drew Clarke, Ed Witzke, Emily Schoen, Helen Camisa, Meaghan Hommy, Jacki Gunn, Jeff Cooper, John Voth, Julia Church, Mary Saunders, Rachel Kent, Raf Rogers, Riley Hardwick, Stephanie Webster, and Will Vaughan.
The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at UBC and Musqueam present a full slate of programming for the 3rd annual Indigenous festival ʔəm̓i ce:p xʷiwəl (Come Toward the Fire).
Come Toward the Fire Free Indigenous Festival
Dates: Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 12:00pm to 7:00pm
Location: Chan Centre for the Performing Arts (6265 Crescent Rd, Vancouver) and surrounding area.
Tickets: Free, no tickets required.
Parking at the nearby Rose Garden Parkade is free from 11:00am.
Program Highlights
Community members Manuel Strain and Christie Lee Charles to return as hosts for the 2024 festival. The outdoor River Grass Stage will feature musical performances and invited speakers Tsatsu Stalqayu / Coastal Wolf Pack, Digawolf, Fawn Wood, Sister Ray, Hayley Wallis, DJ Kookum and Sierra Baker (K̓esugwilakw), and MJScottS.
