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👐 A Free Massage, Festivibe & Bollywood Dancing: Plus 50+ Things to Do on the North Shore this Week

The best things to do on the North Shore: July 10 to July 16, 2025

July 10, 2025

What’s Happening on the North Shore: July 10 to 16, 2025

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👑 Comprehensive for the Win

Last week's newsletter showdown (team brief vs team comprehensive) wasn't even close. Well…actually it was really close (70 to 58). And comprehensive came out on top. Turns out most of you would rather have too much good stuff than not enough. For now, we're doubling down on the detailed approach we’ve had for this newsletter since the start, but promise to trim the fat where we can. A 12-vote margin means we've got lots of brief-lovers to keep happy, too.

🍦 Lonsdale Quay’s Glacial Revamp Gets a New (Delicious) Face: Krave Kulture

The highly anticipated (but painfully slow) Lonsdale Quay revamp has inched forward a few more steps this week with the opening of Krave Kulture at the Quay, adding another fresh face (along with Strathcona North and King’s Tap). We’re still waiting for Fiorino Italian Street Food, Heritage Asian Eatery, Le Coq Frit, and Takenaka to join the party, but at this point, we'll take any progress we can get at this point.

🚗 Beyond the North Shore

  • Symphony in the Park (July 12) and Opera in the Park (July 13): Head to Deer Lake Park this Saturday and Sunday to see the VSO (Saturday) and the Vancouver Opera (Sunday) perform live on the Festival Lawn. Free, and no tickets required. [More Info]

  • Carnaval del Sol (Vancouver): The biggest Latin music and culture festival in Western Canada hits Vancouver July 12 and 13. Music, food, beer, artisans, and a kids zone. [Tickets]

  • Art on the Lake (Whistler): Today (Thursday) and tomorrow (Friday), Lost Lake will transform into part outdoor gallery, part artisan market, and part open-air concert. Take a look at work from the Summer Lovin’ community art exhibit, browse 10 artisan vendors, and watch 11 live artists bring their visions to life. [More Info]

Note: all event times listed are North Shore Standard Time, the official time zone of North Shore Now. 😉 Double check events and times before you head out the door.

Stuff For Kids & Families

Thursday, July 10

  • DIY Stamp Comics! (Ages 6+) | Parkgate Community Centre | 3pm to 5pm: Create your own comic strips with stamps. Use unique stamps and ink pads to compliment your stories and illustrations. [More Info]

Friday, July 11

  • Lego Drop In | Lynn Valley Library | 2pm to 4pm: Lego provided. [Drop In]

  • Shaun the Sheep Movie Matinee | North Van City Library | 2:30pm to 4pm [More Info]

Saturday, July 12

  • Build with Lego and Keva (Grades 1 to 4) | North Van City Library | 10am to 12pm: [Drop In]

  • Painting and Clay Workshops at Edgemont Village Art Studio:

    • Mermaid Tail Mug (Stoneware Clay) | 2:45pm: Create your own mug that looks like a mermaid’s tail, and return to glaze/colour it. [More Info]

    • Beaver Clay Sculpture (Stoneware Clay) | 4:30pm: Sculpt a cute beaver, and return to paint it another day. [More Info]

    • Mermaid Splash Painting (Acrylics) | 1:30pm: Create abstract art with swirling waters and waves using a technique called pouring. [More Info]

Sunday, July 13

  • Festivibe | The Shipyards | 12pm to 10pm: Experience the sounds, colours, and flavours of the world with this multicultural celebration. Street food, market vendors and a kids zone that will have arts and crafts, sports games, slime-making, a toddler play area, bouncy castles, balloon twisting, and face painting. Free. [Tickets]

  • Scorch & Sprout | Lynn Canyon Ecology Center | 10am to 11:30am: Discover how fire shapes the forest and helps certain trees and fungi grow. Use magnifying lenses to spot signs of life returning to our forest floor. [More Info]

  • Picture Book Pop-Up at Lynn Creek | Lynn Creek Community Centre | 10:30am to 12:30pm: Librarians will bring a big selection of engaging picture books for your kids to explore and check out. [More Info]

Monday, July 14

  • Monday Fundays | Lynn Valley Village | 2pm to 3pm: Monday Fundays is a series of playful, kid-friendly activities in Lynn Valley Village, featuring arts and crafts, temporary tattoos and more. Followed by free Bollywood dancing with SHIAMAK Dance Academy. [More Info]

Wednesday, July 16

  • Craft Extravaganza (Ages 5 to 8) | North Van City Library | 1:30pm to 2:30pm: Make a pop-up animal habitat. Drop in. [More Info]

  • Summer Stickers (Ages 6 to 13) | Capilano Library | 3:30pm to 4:30pm: A crafty afternoon where you’ll create your own stickers [More Info]

  • Summer Crafternoon: Pom Pom Animals (Ages 6+) | Lynn Valley Library | 1:30pm to 2:30pm: Create a cute pom-pom animal. [More Info]

Stuff For Adults

Thursday, July 10

  • Live & Local Free Outdoor Concert: Antonio Larosa | Seylynn Park | 7pm to 9pm

  • Deckchair Cinema: Universal Language | The Polygon | 7pm (Concession Open) / 9:15pm (Film Starts): Al fresco film screening. Admission by donation. [More Info]

  • Facets of Modernism Walking Tour | Meeting Spot: West Van Seniors Activity Centre South Entrance | 10:30am AND 10:45am: Learn about the vibrant and potentially endangered Mid-Century Modern buildings in Ambleside. [More Info]

  • Film Screening and Lecture Series: Arthur Erickson: Beauty Between The Lines and The Architecture of Encounter | Kay Meek Arts Centre | 7pm: Screening of the Arthur Erickson bio pic, Beauty Between The Lines, followed by a lecture by Dr. Jeff Derksen on Erickson’s work. Part of West Coast Modern Week. [More Info]

  • International Curators Forum Public Conversation | The Polygon | 6pm to 7:30pm: A conversation with four visionary curators who share perspectives on their work with artists and communities. [More Info]

  • Summer Ice Cream Social | The Mollie Nye House | 1pm to 3pm: An afternoon of ice cream and company. [More Info]

Friday, July 11

Saturday, July 12

  • Shipyards Pop-Up Market | The Shipyards | 1pm to 8pm: Face painting, henna, jewelry & charm bar, a Bollywood and salsa dance workshop, and local makers [More Info]

  • Movie Matinée: Mickey 17 | West Van Memorial Library | 2pm: Black comedy featuring Robert Pattinson in the title role, alongside Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun, Toni Collette, and Mark Ruffalo. [More Info]

  • Sip and Paint: Mixed Media Beach Scene on Canvas | Bella Ceramica | 6:30pm to 8:30pm: Paint a 3D painting on canvas using acrylic pour techniques and real seashells for a tactile, coastal feel. BYOB, 19+ [More Info]

  • Plein Air Sessions | Princess Park | 10am to 2pm: Stop by Princess Park to watch members of the North Shore Artists’ Guild painting outdoors. [More Info]

  • Calendula Salve Workshop | Upper Lonsdale (Location Upon Booking) | 10am to 12pm: Make and take home your own calendula-lavender salve, perfect for softening gardeners hands and for the first aid cupboard to treat various skin conditions. [More Info]

  • Operation Wave Boat Safety Day | Whey-Ah-Wichen (Cates Park) | 8am to 4pm: A boating safety awareness event is held by the RCMP. If you plan on using the boat launch, be prepared for a safety inspection of your gear and boating licence.

Sunday, July 13

  • Facets of Modernism Walking Tour | Meeting Spot: West Van Seniors Activity Centre South Entrance | 11:30am AND 11:45am: Learn about the vibrant and potentially endangered Mid-Century Modern buildings in Ambleside. [More Info]

  • West Coast Modern Week Concert: Jillian Lebeck Trio | West Van Memorial Library | 2pm to 3pm: Jillian Lebeck on grand piano, Maafu Keteca on saxophone, and Kody Buchart on bass. [More Info]

  • 2025 FreeKnicker | Club Fat Ass | 7am: Run 50km on the Baden Powerll Trail, or opt to pull-out halfway at Cleveland Dam for a 25km run. Must be a member of Club Fat Ass to participate. [More Info]

  • Centennial Seawalk and Ambleside Loop Walk (Easy) | Starbucks Park Royal Village by Home Depot (Meeting) | 10am : Organized by North Van Hiking Meetup group. Read all requirements before committing and then join/RSVP on Meetup. [More Info]

Tuesday, July 15

  • Lunchtime Live Free Outdoor Concert with Steven Thakkar | North Van City Civic Plaza | 12pm to 1:30pm 

  • Meet Your Mayor | Lynn Valley Library | 3pm to 4pm: Connect with DNV Mayor Mike Little on issues of local importance and get your questions answered. [More Info]

Wednesday, July 16

  • Ay Mamacita Food Truck | Cork It Wine Making (1427 Crown St) | 5pm to 9pm: Tacos and protein bowls, plus a margarita if you stop into Sons of Vancouver (next door).

Events for Seniors

  • Thursday, July 10 | Seniors on the Move: Excursion | Silver Harbour Seniors’ Centre | 10am: Practice using alternative forms of transportation such as public transit, shuttle services, or volunteer driving programs on this excursion. Pre-register for free by calling 604-980-2474.

  • Thursday, July 10 | Timeless Tales: Monthly Seniors Social | MONOVA: Museum of North Vancouver | 10am to 12pm: Monthly social program for seniors. Tea, treats, and company! [More Info]

  • Friday, July 11 | Over 50s Social Group: Spirit Trail | 5:30pm: Become a member of the Over 50s Social Group on Meetup to RSVP and attend. [More Info]

  • Monday, July 14 | Musical Monday | Silver Harbour Seniors’ Centre | 11:45am to 12:30pm: Musicians will be playing during the lunch service at Silver Harbour.

  • Monday, July 14 to Friday, July 18 | Grandparent and Me Craft Week | Silver Harbour Seniors Centre | 10am to 12pm: Children aged 5 to 10 and their grandparents can enjoy making crafts together in this week long camp. $50. Call 604-980-2474 or email [email protected] to register.

  • Tuesday, July 15 | Collingwood Classical Music | West Van Seniors' Activity Centre | 1:15pm to 2:30pm: Enjoy an afternoon of classical music with students from Collingwood School. [More Info]

  • July 17 to 19 | Cycling Without Age Trishaw Rides: Seymour Demonstration Forest: Free trishaw rides for mobility challenged passengers and their caregivers along North Shore’s amazing forest trails. Register for upcoming rides by contacting the Silver Harbour front desk (604-980-2474).

🎸 Live Music, DJs, Dancing & Pub Quizzes

Thursday, July 10

  • Copperpenny Distillery | Live Music in the Lounge with Emmett Jerome | 7pm to 10pm

  • Black Kettle Brewing | Cocktail Nights with DJ Kyprios and Guests | 5pm to 8pm

  • Wildeye Brewing | Line Dancing Night | 7pm to 9pm

  • Eagles Club Lounge | Open Mic Music Jam | 8pm to 11pm

  • West Van Legion | Full House Poker | Game starts at 6:30pm, Registration at 6pm

Friday, July 11

  • Cypress Mountain | Live DJ | Crazy Raven Patio | 4:30pm to 7:30pm

  • Wildeye Brewing | Daniel Lew | 7pm to 10pm

  • Eagles Club Lounge | Revolving Doors | 8:30pm

  • Queens Cross Pub | Alex Ritchie | 8:30pm

  • Squarerigger Pub | Johnny and the Walkers | 8pm

  • Liberty Kitchen | DJ Every Friday | 8pm Until Late

  • Pemberton Pub | Live Music Every Friday | 7:30ish to 8ish start

Saturday, July 12

  • Cypress Mountain | Summer Social Sets with Joane Bessie | Crazy Raven Patio | 4pm to 7pm

  • Wildeye Brewing | Randy Swallow | 7pm to 10pm

  • Eagles Club Lounge | Ocean & Fire | 170 3rd St W, North Van | 8pm

  • West Van Legion | Checo | 7:30pm

  • Squarerigger Pub | Karaoke | 7:30pm

  • Browns Social House Lower Lonsdale | DJ Every Saturday | 8pm Until Late 

  • Liberty Kitchen | DJ Every Saturday | 8pm Until Late

Sunday, July 13

  • Wildeye Brewing | Sunset Piano Sessions with Austin Leitch | 3pm to 6pm

  • Wildeye Brewing | Fleetwood Mac Tribute Night | 7pm to 9:30pm [Tickets]

  • Lynn Valley Legion | Open Mic Afternoon | 3pm

Monday, July 14

  • Sailor Hagar’s | Full House Poker | Game starts at 6:30pm, Registration at 6:15pm

  • Queen’s Cross Pub | Trivia Night | 7:30pm

Tuesday, July 15

  • Wildeye Brewing | Karaoke | 8pm to 11pm

Wednesday, July 16

  • Village Taphouse | Live Music Every Wednesday | 7pm

  • Pemberton Station Pub | Full House Poker | Game starts at 6:30pm, Registration at 6:15pm

  • Eagles Club Lounge | Karaoke Wednesdays | 7pm to 11pm

  • Wildeye Brewing | Trivia | 8pm to 10pm

  • Lynn Valley Legion | 60s Hit Bingo | 7pm

  • Grouse Mountain (Altitudes Bistro) | Mingler Wednesdays Live DJ | 6pm

🖼️ Current Exhibitions on the North Shore

  • [New - July 11 to November 9] Anna Binta Diallo: Predictions | Polygon Gallery: Visual references to geology, earth science, mapping, weather events, and topography. [More Info]

    • Opening Celebration: Thursday, July 10 at 7:30pm. [RSVP]

  • Through the Garden Gates | North Van Arts at CityScape Community ArtSpace: 2D and 3D floral and botanical artwork. Wed. to Sat. only until July 18. [More Info]

  • Patkau Architects: Matter Made Material | West Van Art Museum: The work of Canadian architecture and design practice, Patkau Architects. On until July 19. [More Info]

  • SPECTRUM 100 | Silk Purse Arts Centre: Established and emerging local artists. On until July 20. [More Info]

  • Introspection to Catharsis | Ferry Building Gallery: Collaborative exhibition by artists Sue Daniel and Robert Karpa exploring the intersection of abstract painting and artificial intelligence. [More Info]

  • Star Witnesses | Polygon Gallery: Observations of the cosmos bring new understandings of exploratory and migratory movements on Planet Earth. On until September 28. [More Info]

  • I Got Us the Moon | Polygon Gallery: 280 individual prints tiled together to form an atlas of the moon. By Alejandro A. Barbosa. On until September 28. [More Info]

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