What’s Happening on the North Shore:
April 16 to 22, 2026
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The Lola Market: Where Market Meets Festival
Something a little different happening in May.
The Pipe Shop is getting a serious glow-up on May 16 and 17. The Lola Market brings together local women-led brands, creative workshops, and wellness for a full market-meets-festival experience.
There's a kids area, a Lola Lounge for when you need a breather, and a lineup of local creators worth your attention.
Support local, shop local, linger longer.
Free entry
Set your reminders, May 16 & 17 at the Pipe Shop.
*If you’re a woman entrepreneur just getting started, crushing it or somewhere between - be a vendor!
🚴 Evolve e-Bike sharing program offering free rides on Earth Day
If you’ve never tried one, April 22nd is a perfect time. Their bikes and electric scooters have already saved 80+ tonnes of CO2 from hitting the atmosphere. Evolve (the e-bike side of Evo Car Share) is offering free 30-minute rides all day on Earth Day. You can take as many trips as you want from midnight to midnight. They’ll also have booths set up leading up to Earth Day if you want to see what they’re all about: April 18 at Ambleside, April 19 & 22 at Park Royal, and April 18, 21 & 22 at Shipyards.
🚍 Park Royal to Metrotown R2 Rapid Bus Starting in September
Let’s not get carried away thinking this will solve any traffic issues, but starting in September, three months ahead of schedule, you'll be able to get a direct ride from Park Royal to Metrotown without transferring. Buses every 6-7 minutes with key stops at the Quay, Phibbs, and Brentwood. 14 existing bus stops will be modified and three new stops will be added along the way. More info
💛 Mountain Highway Changes..will it work this time?
The District of North Vancouver is considering taking another swing at the Mountain Highway mess near the Highway 1. The plan includes widening to four lanes, some traffic flow changes, and multi-use pathways for cyclists and pedestrians. Cost sits between $2.5 and $3 million, with construction targeted for 2027 or 2028. Will it work? More info
🍽️ Come hang out with us! North Shore Now small group dinner Thursday April 30th
We’re hosting a small group dinner at Liberty Kitchen on April 30th - there will be some amazing food to choose from. We’ll put together a 3 course menu with options for starters, mains, and dessert. Dinner, drink, tax, and gratuity all included for $75. Come hang out with us, meet the owner, meet the chef, meet the management team, meet some neighbours and chat over some amazing food! 👉 Grab your spot here
Grab a brush and slow down for Paint Night at Edgemont Village Art Studio. Every week features one painting, done together in a relaxed, music-filled studio with zero pressure. Guided instruction runs 6:15 to 7:15pm, then you're welcome to linger and finish at your own pace until 9:00pm. Adults and kids 8+ welcome. $20 a person, $15 for members. Come solo or drag a friend. More info
🎤 One woman show is a mix of stand-up comedy and storytelling
Comedian Cheyenne Rouleau is bringing her one-woman show Fat Joke to Presentation House Theatre April 16-18. It's a sharp, funny, fearless mix of stand-up and storytelling that takes on diet culture, bodies, and what it actually means to feel powerful in your own skin. Tickets are sliding scale from $20 to $50, no questions asked. Show runs 75 minutes, no intermission, ages 14 and up. Heads up: the show advisory may be the strangest one I've ever read. More info
Mark your calendars:
Something a little different for local business owners…
The North Shore Wellbeing Collective is bringing together small businesses to explore how supporting community wellbeing can also support stronger, more resilient businesses. It’s early days, but the goal is simple: more collaboration, more honest conversations, and practical ways to make the North Shore work better for everyone. Upcoming meet up: Friday, April 24th, 6:00 More info
North Shore Artists Guild Spring Sale April 25th
The North Shore Artists’ Guild’s Spring Art Sale will be at the West Vancouver Community Centre April 25 from 10-5. More than 400 original paintings from over 100 local artists with everything from abstracts, landscapes, florals, portraits, big and small. Meet the artists, hear the stories behind the work, and support local creators. More info
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🍺 Brewhalla returns May 1 at Shipyards
A full-on waterfront festival with craft beer, wine, cider, spirits, live music, food trucks, and all that good North Shore energy. Your ticket gets you tastings and access to everything, with more than 20+ local producers typically pouring. This tends to sell out, so if you’re going, don’t wait. More info
🔮 Sips with a psychic
Yep, you read that right. Spots are limited, and there’s only a couple left, so don't wait for a sign! Select an available time between 5 and 8pm, grab a beer, cider, or non-alc, and get a 15-minute mini reading from psychic medium Danna Calli. Tickets are $65 and include your drink. More info
Note: all event times listed are North Shore Standard Time. Double check events and times before you head out.
Stuff for Kids & Families
Saturday, April 18
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Berry Blossom Planter Clay Workshop | Edgemont Art Studio | 4:15pm to 5:15pm: Sculpt a clay planter and plant strawberries to take home and grow. More info
Bee Hive Oven-Bake Clay Workshop | Edgemont Art Studio | 2:30pm to 3:30pm: Craft a buzzing Bee Hive with clay coils and flowers in a lively, spring workshop. Get creative and feel the buzz! More info
Mom + Me Yoga 2026 | Kahlena Movement Studio | 10:30am to 11:45am: Mother's Day themed mom and child yoga class. More info
Sunday, April 19
Little Miss Berry Earrings Workshop | Edgemont Art Studio | 2:30pm to 3:30pm: Sculpt and create berry-themed earrings from oven-bake clay. More info
Monday, April 20
Young Writers of the North Shore! | North Van City Library | 5:00pm to 6:00pm: Writing group for young writers led by author Erin MacNair. More info
Tuesday, April 21
Forest Explorers: Food Chain Fun | Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre | 9:30am to 11:00am: Explore forest food chains, meet animals, and make crafts. Ages 2-5. Dress for outdoors. More info
Dentalium Necklace Workshop | West Van Community Centre | 3:30pm to 5:30pm: Make a dentalium necklace with a Squamish elder. More info
Plan in Advance: Cool Stuff That’s Coming Up for Kids and Families
Still a few spots left for the 10-week Post Impressionist after school Spring Exploratory classes: Kids ages 5-12 will work in different mediums from acrylic and pottery to watercolour to polymer clay, and learn about the post impressionists with a focus on van Gogh. More info
April 25th | Behind the Scenes | Maplewood Farm: Hands-on animal care, feeding, and farm activities for families. Ages 5+. More info (next one May 10th)
May 3rd | Barnyard Buddies | Maplewood Farm: Farm craft, storytime, and goat grooming for toddlers and parents. More info (next one May 10th)
Apr 28 | Ch-ch-ch-changes! | Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre: Learn about the life stages of animals and how bugs change by metamorphosis. More info
May 5 | Love Bugs | Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre: Learn about creepy crawlies from butterflies to woodbugs. More info
Stuff for Adults
More info & Register
FREE Filmmaker Talk with Breanne Williamson
Don’t miss this event with North Van filmmaker, actor, writer, comedian & creator Breanne Williamson! With over 1M followers across social media, she’ll share her creative journey, indie filmmaking tips & advice for emerging creators of all ages. 👉 Register here
Saturday, April 25 at 3:30pm
Lynn Valley Library
🎭 Live Theatre This Week:
April 16-18 | Fat Joke | Presentation House Theatre | 7:30pm: Sharp, funny, and not pulling any punches. Fat Joke blends stand-up and storytelling and takes on body image, diet culture, and what it really means to feel confident in your own skin. It’s bold, thoughtful, and very funny. Not your typical comedy night. More info
Until April 18 | TWO By Jim Cartwright | Hendry Hall Theatre | 8:00pm: Lively pub dynamics between quirky regulars - flirty chaos, and a few heartfelt moments. The night unfolds with humour and insight into relationships. But just as things feel light and familiar, a lost little boy changes everything. Matinee Apr 18 at 2pm. More info
Thursday, April 16
Thursday Paint Night | Edgemont Art Studio | 6:15pm to 8:45pm: Guided painting in a fun, social setting. Instruction, music, and supplies provided. More info
TEDxNVDPL Live Stream | Lynn Valley Library:
Session 8 | Lynn Valley Library | 8:45am to 10:45am: Mountaineers, advocates, writers, and musicians. More info
Session 9 | Lynn Valley Library | 11:15am to 1:15pm: Science, society, and culture. More info
Session 10 | Lynn Valley Library | 5:00pm to 7:00pm: Society, culture, health, and technology. More info
Friday, April 17
Friday Night Mixer | Edgemont Art Studio | 6:30pm to 9:00pm: Drop in, choose an art project, sip tea, and get messy. More info
TEDxNVDPL Live Stream Session 11 | Lynn Valley Library | 9:00am to 11:30am: AI, social entrepreneurs, and visionary leaders. More info
Clay Flower Garden Stake | Bella Ceramica | 6:30pm to 8:30pm: Sculpt a ceramic flower garden stake to take home. More info
Saturday, April 18
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Tesla Future Vision | Tesla - Park Royal | 2:00pm to 4:00pm: Design future cars, showcase drawings, and experience self-driving tech. More info
Body Energy Club West Van Grand Opening | Body Energy Club West Van | 9:00am to 9:00pm: Big discounts on smoothies and supplements, giveaways and prizes. More info
Ocean Art Resin Workshop | Jade CraftHouse | 2:00pm to 4:00pm: Make lifelike ocean waves on a charcuterie board using resin. More info
Cooking Class | Mollie Nye House | 4:00pm to 7:30pm: Hands-on Spanish tapas class with and mocktails. More info
SHRED-IT Fundraiser | District of North Van Municipal Hall | 10:00am to 2:00pm: Shred papers and support community programs with a $20 donation per box. More info
Sip and Paint | Bella Ceramica | 6:30pm to 8:30pm: Sip and paint a countryside scene. BYOB, 19+. More info
Sunday, April 19
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Living With The Eternal Opening Celebration | The Polygon | 2:00pm to 3:00pm: Opening celebration for Simranpreet Anand's art installation blending sacred materials with a critique of mass production. More info
Tuesday, April 21
Paint & Sip | Public Table at Northlands | 5:00pm to 7:00pm: Paint cherry blossoms, sip a rosé trio, and enjoy small bites. More info
Shore Sirens Season Kickoff Social | Wildeye Brewing | 6:30pm to 10:00pm: Season kickoff social with line dancing and ride planning. More info
Parenthood Meetup | United Strangers Corner Store | 10:00am: Parent meetup with coffee and a talk on family rhythms. More info
Wednesday, April 22 - Earth Day
(Don’t forget, Evolve e-bike rides are free today!)
Clay Wheel Workshop | Edgemont Art Studio | 7:30pm to 9:00pm: Get messy and make a …thing. More info
Trips: Capture Festival - Exploring Photo-based Art | Ferry Building Gallery | 10:00am to 4:00pm: Spend the day visiting exhibitions and meet photographer Nikki Baxendale. More info
An Evening With Harry Malcolmson | The Polygon | 6:30pm to 8:00pm: Harry Malcolmson presents on how the 1960s transformed Canadian art, with a Q&A and book signing. More info
April Compost Sale | Loutet Farm | 2:00pm to 4:00pm: Fresh compost and farm products for sale every Wednesday afternoon in April. More info
Plan in Advance: Cool Stuff That’s Coming Up for Adults
April 23rd & 30th | Edgemont Village Art Studio | Paint Night | 6:15pm: Guided instruction plus free paint time, the music will be on and supplies ready! More info
May 3 | Talaysay Tours & Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre Workshops: The Ecology Centre is partnering with Indigenous-owned Talaysay Tours to deliver two authentic cultural and eco-tourism experiences: Print Making Workshop from 10:30am to 11:30am: Hands‑on printmaking workshop inspired by the surrounding environment, and a Love the Land Walking Tour from 12:30pm to 1:30pm: A reflective experience emphasizing relationship to land, observation, and cultural teachings on reciprocity and caring for place. Book one or both - More info
May 9 | BC Beauty & Wellness Expo | The Pipe Shop | 11:00am to 7:30pm: curated wellness expo with 40+ brands, live sessions, fashion show, and $3,000+ giveaways. More info
May 9 | Lynn Valley Garden Club’s annual plant sale | St Clement’s Church (3400 Institute Rd, North Van) | 10am - 2pm: Load up on plants for your garden or patio. If you’re a newbie, this is the perfect time to grab your plants for the season. More info
May 15 & 16 | The Lola Market | The Pipe Shop | 12:30pm to 6:30pm: A celebration of women entrepreneurs, part market, part festival, lots of entertainment, and a kid area. More info
Events for Seniors
Monday, April 20 | Mahjong | Mollie Nye House | 1:15pm to 3:15pm: Weekly Mahjong drop-in. Free lesson on your first visit. More info
Tuesday, April 21 | Seniors One Stop Information | Silver Harbour Seniors' Centre | 10:00am to 11:00am: Information session on staying independent as you age, covering available community resources. More info
Wednesday, April 22 | Trips: Capture Festival - Exploring Photo-based Art | Ferry Building Gallery | 10:00am to 4:00pm: Spend the day visiting exhibitions and meet photographer Nikki Baxendale in the studio. More info
Live Music, DJs, Dancing & Pub Quizzes
Thursday, April 16
Friday, April 17
Saturday, April 18
Olson Lloyd | Eagles Club Lounge | 8:00pm: More info
Pop up Vinyl Show | Wildeye Brewing | 1:00pm to 5:00pm: More info
CCR & EAGLES Tribute Concert | Centennial Theatre | 7:30pm: More info
Persian Flavours: Spring Music in the Gallery — Sabat Majeed (cello) and Sawen Majeed (violin) | Ferry Building Gallery | 4:00pm: More info
Sunday, April 19
Rum Ragged | BlueShore Financial Centre for the Performing Arts | 7:30pm: More info
Tuesday, April 21
Emmet Cohen: Miles and Coltrane at 100 | Kay Meek | 7:30pm: More info
Wednesday, April 22
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