After such a stunning weekend, we’re excited to dive into another full week of colourful foliage and sunshine – and perhaps even a welcome dip in temperature. We are trying to break out our fall sweaters at some point, after all.
From taking a new barre & strength class to hitting up your local pumpkin patch, here are 10 amazing things to do around Vancouver this week (October 17-21).
Morcheeba
Morcheeba is honestly one of those bands that is a perfect blend of multiple genres. The electronic group formed in the mid-1990s with founding members vocalist Skye Edwards and Paul and Ross Godfrey. And now, their sound is a unique blend of trip-hop, rock, folk rock, and downtempo – you can check them out live on Tuesday, October 18th.
When: Tuesday, October 18th
Where: 868 Granville Street
Cost: $59.75
Take a lunch hour class at this new Yaletown fitness studio
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Located in the heart of Yaletown is the brand new Sculpt Studio, where they believe in movement, pushing past stagnation, and adapting to move higher. With barre & strength classes for every fitness level, full body conditioning never felt so good. And for a limited time only, Sculpt is offering $19 lunch hour classes to lighten up your midday blues.
Where: 1083 Cambie Street Vancouver
Cost: $19+
Bad Parent
The Vancouver Asian Canadian Theatre is bringing a new play to the city’s stage this fall, created by Ins Choi (creator of Kim’s Convenience) and directed by Meg Roe. Bad Parent tells the story of two parents trying to figure out parenthood and their own relationship, starring Raugi Yu and Josette Jorge.
When: Multiple dates from Thursday, October 13th to October 23rd
Where: 1895 Venables Street, Cultch Historic Theatre
Cost: $29+
BC Culture Days
From uncovering Vancouver’s lost architectural legacy to stories and exhibitions commemorating the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, BC Culture Days always has an array of free (and by-donation) offerings. Check out some live events going on this week, or tune in at home digitally.
Where: See locations at the link above
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King Princess
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And now, for one of the headlining events of the week. Even if you live under a rock, you’ve likely heard of King Princess and her iconic “Cheap Queen” album. The Brooklyn-born singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist has put out a ton of music in her few years in the ‘biz, including hits like 1950, Holy, Talia, and now, her new album Hold On Baby.
When: Friday, October 21st
Where: 868 Granville Street
Cost: $135.66+
Visit a pumpkin patch
The sun’s out and it’s prime pumpkin patch season! Check out some amazing u-pick options and indulge in hot apple cider, meet some farm animals, and more across the Lower Mainland.
Where: Check out our picks above
Check out some hidden cafes
Whether you want to visit a classic Vancouver coffee shop or bunker down for some serious work/studying, we guarantee that the city has a cafe for everyone. Why not do a bit of exploring of the scene sometime this month?
Where: See our picks above
Fall at Maan Farms
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Maan Farms is sparing no expense when it comes to providing a fun-filled fall for everyone in the family. Hit up the pumpkin patch, enjoy their signature Double Pumpkin Spice Cream, and get absolutely spooked at Homestead: A “full contact haunted experience,” where you’re greeted as a guest at a “decrepit AirBnB, one you may never leave.”
Where: 790 McKenzie Road, Abbotsford
Hell’s Gate Airtram
If you’re looking for a fun day trip idea this fall, why not take a ride on one of the steepest airtrams in North America?? If that isn’t spooky enough, the area is said to be haunted by the spirits of “Edward, The Smoking Man, and the lady behind the gift shop door.”
When: Open throughout September & October
Where: 43111 Trans Canada Highway, Boston Bar, BC
Cost: $30.99 or $25 per ticket for groups of 8+
Rent a couple of e-bikes
Last but not least, we suggest soaking in this gorgeous weather we a leisurely bike ride while you can. Mobi thankfully has e-bikes now, and the 24-Hour Pass gives you access to e-bikes for 25¢/min for the first 30 minutes and 35¢/min thereafter. Take a ride around Stanley Park or explore somewhere new!
And that’s a wrap on this week, Vancouver! We’ll catch you later.
