It was on this day, January 8, 1968 that the Pacific Coliseum opened in Vancouver.

Archive Photos of the Day:
Pacific Coliseum Construction

In honour of this, and the many concerts (from the Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, and David Bowie, to Hillary Duff – my niece loved that show), hockey games, PNE Super Dogs, and Olympic events the venue has hosted over the last five decades, here is a roundup of Pacific Coliseum Construction photos from the Vancouver Archives.

Whether you’re alcohol-free or participating in a sober January, this unique event – the first of its kind in Vancouver – is for you! Free Spirit Vancouver is bringing in importers and local purveyors for a tasting event complete with a pop-up bottle shop, snacks, good times, and more.

Alcohol-Free Cocktails, Wine, and Beer Event in Vancouver

For the first time under one roof in Vancouver, importers like Clearsips, Massey Wines & Spirits, Sansorium and Soft Crush will be joined by local makers from Strange Fellows Brewing to Edna’s Cocktails and ONES+ Okanagan wines, to showcase the best alcohol-free wine, beer, spirits and packaged cocktails available.

From dance parties and DJ sets to indie performances by local and international artists, find the show for your on the January 2025 Vancouver Concert Calendar.

Vancouver Concert Calendar January 2025

Hollywood Theatre

Hollywood Theatre 3123 W Broadway, Vancouver
A classic movie theatre reimagined as an arts and entertainment space, the Hollywood Theatre is a landmark of arts, theatre, and music in Vancouver. The venue hosts events of all kinds from movies and concerts to comedy and dancing with much more in between.
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January 18: Mark Farina with DJ Heather
January 20: Arooj Aftab with Zsela
January 22: ((( O )))
January 23: Jamie Miller with Alex Sampson and Garrett Adair
January 24: SonReal
January 24: HALIENE
January 25: Tim Heidecker
January 31: The Vaccines with Thus Love

Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the Vancouver premiere of the retrospective exhibition Kihl ‘Yahda Christian White: Master Haida Artist. The exhibition is an expansive examination of the multidisciplinary Haida artist – whose work ranges from intricate argillite carvings and monumental sculptures to ocean going cedar canoes and gold and silver jewelry – as well as his lifelong commitment to the preservation and celebration of Haida stories, songs, and dances.

In addition to a comprehensive collection of White’s artworks from the past half century, the exhibition will feature numerous carved works created in collaboration with eight key apprentices, representing the next generation of contemporary Haida artists.

Recognize someone remarkable and nominate them today for one of the BC Achievement Foundation (BCAF) annual award programs and help shine a spotlight on their incredible impact on communities across the province.

Nominations Open for
BC Achievement Foundation Awards

Celebrate and honour individuals and organizations whose contributions inspire us all to reach higher and do more. Nominations are open for the following BC Achievement Awards programs:

• Community Award
• BC Reconciliation Award
• Indigenous Business Award
• Polygon First Nations Art Award
• Sam Carter Applied Art + Design Award