Arts and Culture

5 Things to Do in Vancouver This Week (September 16-22)

Hip-hop at the Malkin Bowl, an evening of disco-themed roller skating, a fall pop-up and more.

By Kerri Donaldson /

Here’s your weekly roundup of the top events in the city, including art exhibitions, local theatre, restaurant openings, concerts, film, markets and other to-dos we think you’ll love. If you have a Vancouver event you’d like to submit for consideration, add it to our ongoing Vancouver events calendar here!

Photo Credit: POND Creative

1. Sway to the Moody Indie Vibes of Horse Jumper of Love at the Fox Cabaret

September 20

Fresh off a new album (Disaster Trick) that dropped this past August—one that marks a creative reset for the Boston indie outfit—experience all the drippy, oozy moodie shoegaze vibes at the Fox Cabaret this Friday (with Teethe and La Lune) and rhythmically sway in place while feeling all the feels (unless you now sit at concerts like me).

When: September 20
Where: The Fox Cabaret
Cost: $32.34
More info: ticketweb.ca

 

2. Join the Outdoor Hip-Hop Party with Snotty Nose Rez Kids (with Travis Thompson, Drezus and more) at the Malkin Bowl

September 21

With a new album Life After set to drop October 22, the SNRK (Yung Trybez and Young D) are sure to bring the noise to everyone’s fave outdoor venue in Stanley Park—and, by noise, I mean thought-provoking lyrics that challenge Indigenous stereotypes set to club-forward trap beats that’ll have you hitting that grass-covered dance floor hard.

When: September 21
Where: Malkin Bowl
Cost: $54.25
More info: ticketmaster.ca

 

3. Hit a Fall Pop-Up Market at Robson Square Ice Rink

September 21

The folks at Vancouver Etsy Co are filling the iconic Robson Square with over 90 local designers, creatives and makers for a shopping experience as satisfying as a PSL. Bring your bestie (furry one included, it’s pet-friendly after all) and come peruse the assortment of handcrafted, one-of-a-kind items for sale (think: home decor, unique jewellery, pottery) while enjoying the seasonal stunner that is Fall.

When: September 21
Where: Robson Square Ice Rink
Cost: Free
More info: eventbrite.ca

 

Credit: Guildford Town Centre

4. Let the Good Times Roll at the Revival of the Stardust Roller Rink

September 17

Get a dose of nostalgia with your cardio with the return of an iconic landmark, Stardust Roller Rink at the Guildford Town Centre (not technically a Vancouver event but I can’t resist a throwback). You can get your skate on until October 31 so don’t miss your chance to relive the joy of a simpler, pre-Y2K time while still trying to figure out how to break that isn’t just running into the wall. Each event is themed and this Tuesday get ready for some disco fever.

When: September 17
Where: Guildford Town Centre
Cost: Free (with a $2 skate rental fee for charity)
More info: guildfordtowncentre.com

 

5. Check Out La Forestera (The Outsider) at the Vancouver International Flamenco Festival (September 12-22

September 19

Take in the vibrant spirit of Spanish culture without going through customs at the annual Vancouver International Flamenco Festival (September 12-22). Immerse yourself in the passionate rhythms of The Flamencolia from Toronto, and explore all the amazing flamenco events happening around town. Or, take a class and learn the art of impressing people at parties.

When: September 19
Where: Waterfront Theatre
Cost: From $35
More info: vancouverflamencofestival.org

Kerri Donaldson

Kerri Donaldson

Kerri Donaldson is an assistant editor for Vancouver magazine (and sister mag Western Living) and covers arts and culture, including VanMag’s So Fun City. She’s also a comedian and will proudly overthink almost everything for your benefit. Send her pitches or riff bits at [email protected]