Must-see entertainment in British Columbia & The Canadian Rockies

  • Edmonton Opera

    Edmonton

    Since its beginning in 1963, Edmonton Opera has been getting rave reviews from opera lovers, and breathing new life into classics like Carmen and The…

  • Wise Hall

    Vancouver

    This comfortably grungy former church hall is a friendly neighborhood spot, close to the heart of in-the-know locals who flock here to catch live ska,…

  • Fox Cabaret

    Vancouver

    One of North America’s last remaining porn cinemas has been transformed (and fully pressure-washed) into a brilliantly eclectic independent nightlife…

  • Jericho Folk Club

    Vancouver

    These fun folkie meet-up nights include an open-stage session, support act, jam time and the 9pm main act. Local and visiting performers may be scheduled…

  • Victoria Symphony

    Victoria

    The city's main orchestra plays most of its concerts at downtown's Royal Theatre, as well as performing a highly popular one-night gig every year on a…

  • FUSE

    Vancouver

    Cross-reference with the Vancouver Art Gallery's website before you arrive and you might find there's an upcoming FUSE event to add to your vacation…

  • Celluloid Social Club

    Vancouver

    Visiting movie nuts with a penchant for making their own flicks – or just chewing the fat with those who do – should unspool their film at one of…

  • Kitsilano Showboat

    Vancouver

    An 80-year-old tradition that generations of locals know and love, this alfresco waterfront stage near Kits Pool offers free shows and concerts in summer…

  • Dance Centre

    Vancouver

    Vancouver's dance headquarters, this cleverly reinvented old bank building offers a kaleidoscopic array of activities that makes it one of Canada's…

  • Namgis Big House

    Vancouver Island

    This traditional clan house hosts dance performances by Alert Bay's local Namgis community in summer. Ask at the visitor center for performance times and…

  • Bluegrass Jam Night

    Vancouver

    A public jam session for local and visiting bluegrass and old-time music fans staged upstairs at the ANZA Club; everyone is welcome to watch or join in. A…

  • Touchstone Theatre Company

    Vancouver

    One of Vancouver's most vital and refreshing theater companies, Touchstone has been treading the local boards for more than 30 years. It's never lost…

  • Edmonton Oilers

    Edmonton

    To avoid any embarrassing situations, wise up on the Oilers before you arrive in Edmonton. The local National Hockey League (NHL) team dominated the game…

  • Saddledome

    Calgary

    Archrival of the Edmonton Oilers (and the only-slightly-less-hated Vancouver Canucks), the Calgary Flames play ice hockey from October to April at the…

  • Holy Body Tattoo

    Vancouver

    Formed by dancers Noam Gagnon and Dana Gingras, the internationally acclaimed Holy Body Tattoo has been performing riveting, edge-of-your-seat pieces to…

  • Citadel Theatre

    Edmonton

    Edmonton's foremost theater company, with a large indoor garden and multiple stages, is based right in downtown's Winston Churchill Sq. Expect glowing…

  • IMAX Theatre

    Victoria

    The IMAX Theatre at the Royal BC Museum shows larger-than-life documentaries and Hollywood blockbusters. The theater opens at 10am and closes after the…

  • Royal Theatre

    Victoria

    The Royal Theatre hosts mainstream stage productions in its rococo interior, and is home to the Victoria Symphony and Pacific Opera Victoria.

  • Calgary Stampeders

    Calgary

    The Calgary Stampeders, part of the Canadian Football League (CFL), play from July to September at McMahon Stadium in the University District, 6km…

  • Chemainus Theatre

    Vancouver Island

    This large, well-resourced theater is the town's main cultural lure and would be equally at home in a far bigger city. It stages shows for much of the…

  • Commonwealth Stadium

    Edmonton

    This place holds over 52,000 fans and is home to the Edmonton Eskimos. If you're a football fan, you can join in the fun; tickets start at around $45.

  • Waterton Lakes Opera House

    Southern Alberta

    Waterton has its own small movie theater, showing two films nightly, as well as live classical music and the occasional play. Cash only. Check the…

  • Pumphouse Theatres

    Calgary

    Set in what used to be, you guessed it, the pumphouse, this theater company puts on avant-garde, edgy productions like One Man Star Wars Trilogy.

  • Edmonton Eskimos

    Edmonton

    The Eskimos take part in the Canadian Football League (CFL) from July to October at Commonwealth Stadium.

  • Pacific Opera Victoria

    Victoria

    The city's long-established opera company performs most of its shows at downtown's Royal Theatre.

  • Kelowna Actors Studio

    Kelowna

    Enjoy works as diverse as Mary Poppins and The Glass Menagerie at this dinner theater that has serious ambitions.

  • Jubilee Auditorium

    Calgary

    You can hang with the upper crust at the ballet or rock out to a good concert, all under the one roof.

  • McPherson Playhouse

    Victoria

    One of Victoria's main stages, McPherson Playhouse puts on mainstream visiting shows and performances.

  • Blue Gator Bar & Grill

    Kelowna

    Head for blues, rock, acoustic jam and more at the valley's sweaty dive for live music and cold beer.

  • Tickets Tonight

    Vancouver

    Half-price day-of-performance tickets for shows around the city.

  • Scotiabank Theatre

    Vancouver

    Downtown's shiny multiplex is big enough to have its own corporate sponsor and it's the most likely theater to be screening the latest must-see…

  • Lux Cinema

    Banff Town

    The local movie house mainly screens first-run films, but also hosts special screenings featuring such fare as recent award winners from the Banff Centre…

  • Prospera Place

    Kelowna

    This 6000-seat arena is home to the Kelowna Rockets, the much-beloved local WHL hockey team, plus acts as a concert venue.

  • Jubilee Auditorium

    Edmonton

    The place to check out the Edmonton Opera. Otherwise, this is a great venue for live performances of every kind.

  • McMahon Stadium

    Calgary

    Home to the Calgary Stampeders and close to the University of Calgary.

  • Village 8 Cinema

    Whistler

    Shows first-run flicks in the heart of the village. Discounted tickets (S8) on Tuesdays.

  • Ticketmaster

    Vancouver

    Major booking service for shows and sports events in Canada.

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