11/12/2021
Don’t miss the encore performance of the Metropolitan Opera’s amazing new opera, Fire Shut Up in My Bones, on the big screen here in Vancouver on November 20. More info at https://boomerinvancouver.com/6311-2/
09/16/2021
The Vancouver Opera is kicking off their new season with free live opera performances at šxʷƛ̓exən Xwtl’a7shn (formerly QET Plaza) Sept 18 & 19 from 1-4pm.
https://www.vancouveropera.ca/whats-on/free-opera-performances/
Vancouver Opera – Free Opera Performances
Learn more about our production of Orfeo Ed Euridice, premiering this December.
09/15/2021
Watch the classic film Back to the Future accompanied LIVE by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, Sept. 23-25 at the Orpheum Theatre. https://boomerinvancouver.com/vsos-back-to-the-future-in-concert-sept-23-25/
VSO's 'Back To The Future' In Concert - Sept. 23-25 - Boomer In Vancouver
Films with live orchestra music performed by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra are back at the Orpheum! The first film in the lineup is the perennial favourite Back to the Future, the blockbuster that topped the box office charts in – wait for it – 1985. Audience members will watch the movie on a...
07/08/2021
Looking for a unique date night idea? Check out Wine Wednesdays at Country Vines Winery in Steveston. Wine plus a charcuterie box $69 for 2 people. Runs throughout July from 5-8pm. Info and bookings at https://www.countryvines.ca
03/25/2021
Since we're all feeling a little wanderlust these days, we've come up with 5 ways to take a trip to France without leaving the city
https://boomerinvancouver.com/this-weeks-wanderlust-remedy-feeling-like-something-french/
03/18/2021
Walk, cycle or drive by the many beautiful cherry blossoms blooming in the city right now. Find the best locations at vcbf.ca
02/26/2021
Check out some beautiful digitally projected artwork at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. BRIGHT Downtown runs from March 6-12 from 6-10pm. View from the North Plaza of the Vancouver Art Gallery.
02/18/2021
Celebrate Heritage Week by joining local historian, John Atkin, as he explores some of Vancouver’s lesser-known heritage spots on this virtual stroll. Sat., Feb. 20 10-11am. $12. Register at vancouverheritagefoundation.org
02/11/2021
Mon Pitou, a new French cafe, bistro & grocer has just opened on W. 7th in Fairview (in the former location of Slickity Jim’s). Welcome to the neighbourhood!
02/04/2021
Check out some of the mind-bending optical illusions created by Victor Vasarely, celebrated leader of the Op Art movement at the Vancouver Art Gallery. On now until April 5.
01/29/2021
Discover the enchanting work of local artist Nickie Lewis at Robert Burnaby Park. The artist has created a map to help you find all of her magical sculptures, and remember to treat the park with love when you're there. You can find the map at https://www.facebook.com/thewizardsmakery/
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01/28/2021
Join mezzo-soprano Krisztina Szabo and members of the Vancouver Opera Orchestra for a Valentine’s date night performance of Wagner. Saturday, February 13 at 7:30pm. Sign up for the free performance before 11:59pm on February 7 and you’ll be entered to win a Valentine’s Treat Package. RSVP at digital.vancouveropera.ca