👢 A Distillery Sale, a Hoedown and Granville Flea: Plus 50+ Things to do on the North Shore this Week

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⛴️ Ship Happens at Seaspan

What's Happening? Seaspan just marked 15 years of ship building under the federal National Shipbuilding Strategy, and they’re not slowing down. The North Van shipyard is about to break ground on a new $65 to $70 million assembly hall that will let them build bigger ship sections, faster.

The Backstory. Back in 2010, Canada’s shipbuilding industry was in rough shape. Then Seaspan landed a huge federal contract to renew the Navy and Coast Guard fleets. That turned the formerly sleepy North Van yard into one of the busiest industrial hubs in the region, growing from 100 workers to over 3,300, and building everything from science vessels to Arctic-ready ships.

Why is this Important? Seaspan is now the North Shore’s biggest employer, and it brings billions into our local economy (cough, cough: potential newsletter sponsor?).

The Takeaway. Seaspan isn’t just building ships, it’s a force in shaping the North Shore itself. More growth means more jobs, more dollars going to our tax base, and more of a spotlight on the North Shore.

⚽ Volunteer at the FIFA World Cup 2026

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is coming to Vancouver next summer, and FIFA is looking for volunteers throughout June and July for a variety of roles. Volunteers need to be 18+ and commit to a minimum of eight shifts, and applications for volunteer positions close in September (yes: next month). If you’re interested, apply here.

⛰️ World’s Biggest Hike Tries to Set a Guinness World Record

Move over Arc’teryx…there’s a new outdoor brand on the North Shore. New Zealand-based Kathmandu is entering the Canadian market and to celebrate (aka: a pretty cool marketing ploy), they’re going for a Guinness World Record with the World’s Biggest Hike. On Saturday, August 30, you can hike the 4 km path to the top of Sky Quad on Cypress with 1,000+ other hikers, then download back to the base for music, food, and the satisfaction of attempting to break a world record. Register here.

🏰 World’s Biggest Bouncy Castle

From world’s biggest hike to…world’s biggest bouncy castle. Running August 23 to 31 at Concord Pacific Place (yes - you have to cross the bridge), The Big Bounce is an all-ages, 3-hour bouncy castle experience that is indeed very large. Family sessions and adults-only sessions available. Tickets here.

🏒 North Van Wolf Pack

TIL the North Shore has had a hockey team in the PJHL (Provincial Junior Hockey League) since 2011. Tickets to the North Van Wolf Pack games are only $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and students, and free for under sixes. Check ‘em out this Saturday, August 23 at the Winter Club or next Friday, August 29 at Harry Jerome. Buy tickets online or at the door.

Note: all event times listed are North Shore Standard Time. Double check events and times before you head out.

Stuff for Kids, Teens & Families

Thursday, August 21

• Family Art: Preschool Animal Art | West Van Library | 6:30pm to 7:30pm: Create thumbprint animal art with your child. Dress for mess. More info

• Dance Workshop: Bollywood Outdoors (Ages 5+) | The Shipyards | 6:00pm to 7:00pm: Bollywood dancing with an expert instructor. More info

Friday, August 22

• Dundarave Hoedown 2025 | Dundarave Village | 4:00pm to 9:00pm: Dance to live music, savour BBQ, and enjoy pony rides. Beer garden for the grown ups. More info

• Movie Matinée: Spy Kids | North Van City Library | 2:30pm to 4:00pm: More info and Trailer

• Movie Matinée: Snow White | West Van Library | 2:00pm to 4:00pm: More info and Trailer

• Outdoor Storytime Fun | West Van Library | 10:30am to 11:00am: Songs, rhymes, and more on the rooftop garden. Bring a blanket, hat, and sunscreen. More info

Saturday, August 23

• End of Summer Carnival | Lynn Valley Centre | 11:00am to 4:00pm: Carnival games, magic show, face painting, live music, a raffle prize draw and a market. More info

• Family “Drive-In” Cartoon Theatre | West Van Library | 11:30am to 12:45pm: Build a car and watch cartoons at Family Drive-In Cartoon Theatre. More info

• Family Storytime | West Van Library | 10:30am to 11:00am: Interactive storytelling, songs, and rhymes for all ages. More info

• Doggies Oven-Bake Clay Workshop | Edgemont Village Art Studio | 5:00pm to 6:00pm: Sculpt cute doggies from clay. More info

• Under the Sea Oven-Bake Clay Workshop | Edgemont Village Art Studio | 3:30pm to 4:30pm: Sculpt cute sea creates from clay. More info

• Clay Wheel Workshop (Ages 8+) | Edgemont Village Art Studio | 3:45pm to 5:15pm: Spin a clay wheel masterpiece. More info

Sunday, August 24

• Get Out And Play Family Sports Day | Confederation Artificial Turf | 10:00am to 1:00pm: Soccer, bocce, family races, and prizes at North Shore's Family Sports Day. More info

Monday, August 25

• Monday Fundays at Lynn Valley Village | Lynn Valley Village | 2:00pm to 3:00pm: Arts & crafts, temporary tattoos, and Bollywood dancing. More info

Tuesday, August 26

• Tales for Twos | West Van Library | 10:30am to 11:00am: Sing, rhyme, and high-energy story time. More info

• Parenthood Meetup | United Strangers Coffee | 10am: Share insight and experiences, bring kids, have a coffee. [More info]

Wednesday, August 27

• Drop-in Play! | West Van Library | 1:00pm to 3:30pm: Free play and story time. More info

• Sunset Cinema: Wicked | The Shipyards | 7pm to 11pm: Jumbo Games starting at 7pm; movie at sundown (around 8pm to 9pm). BYO chairs and blankets. More info and Trailer

• All Ages Board Game Night | North Van City Library | 6:30pm to 8:00pm: Play board games and meet friends. More info

• Teen sewing lab | North Van City Library | 2:00pm to 4:30pm: Sew a reusable notebook cover. Supplies provided. More info

Stuff for Adults

Thursday, August 21

• Hike + Happy Hour | Cleveland Dam | 5:30pm to 8:30pm: Enjoy a beginner-intermediate 90-minute hike in Cap Canyon followed by a glass of wine or beer and appies at Two Rivers. More info

• North Shore Knitters | North Van City Library | 7:00pm to 8:30pm: Knit, crochet, and socialize with North Shore knitters at the library. BYO supplies. More info

• Deckchair Cinema: Starman | The Polygon | 7:00pm to 11:00pm: By donation. More info and Trailer

• Dance Workshop: Bollywood in the Park | The Shipyards | 6:00pm to 7:00pm: Bollywood dancing with expert Instructor. More info

• Movie on the Mountain: Mission Impossible: Fallout | Grouse Mountain | 6:00pm: Bring blankets, bug spray, and enjoy BBQ before the show. More info and Trailer

Friday, August 22

• Friday, August 22 | Ageless Motion Workshop | Moving Spirit Pilates | 4pm to 6pm: Increase your mobility and flexibility, build functional strength, and enhance your mind-body connection. Ageless Motion is designed specifically for women 40+. [More info]*

• Shipyards Night Market | 3pm to 10pm:

  • Music: Swallow & Doyle, Danny Balen, Aristo-Cats, Harrison Ivaz Organ Trio, Chantal Marie

  • Food Truck Lineup: Taco Tigre, Veg Out, Beaver Tails, Grub Truck, Cheez2, Say Cheese, Roasted Revolution, Life is Sweet, Tacoland, J’s Disco Dogs, Island Husk Bar, and Gary’s Kettle Corn.

• Harbour Beach Patio | Waterfront Park | 3pm to 8pm: Dog friendly, drinks from Streetcar Brewing, food from Adam’s Falafel and Grill, tunes from DJ Delco. [More info]

• Sip & Art: Resin Pour Sun Catcher | Bella Ceramica | 6:30pm to 8:30pm: Create a coastal-themed sun catcher with resin, BYOB, 19+. More info

Saturday, August 23

• Granville Flea Vintage Market | Shipyards | 11:00am to 6:00pm: Unique vintage finds and live DJs. More info

• Boozy Garage Sale | Sons of Vancouver Distillery | 1:00pm: Mislabeled bottles, empty whisky barrels, random distillery stuff and an exclusive whisky blend release. Cash only. More info

• Beva Brewing Block Party | Beva Brewing | 12pm - late: DJs, raffle prizes, kids activities, beers (plus non-alc options) and BBQ. [More info]

• Pitch & Putt | Murdo Fraser Pitch and Putt | 12:00pm: Pitch, putt, and post-game BBQ. Limited tickets. More info

• Three Peaks Hike: Very Hard | Kilmer Park | 7:00am to 5:00pm: Organized by North Van Hiking Meetup Group. Read all the terms before RSVPing. More info

• Harbour Beach Patio | Waterfront Park | 3pm to 8pm: Dog friendly, drinks from Streetcar Brewing, food from Adam’s Falafel and Grill, tunes from DJ Delco. [More info]

• Podcaster Meet-Up | West Van Library | 2:30pm to 4:00pm: Connect with local podcasters, share tips, casual meet-up. More info

• Sip and Paint: Loose and Lovely | Bella Ceramica Studio | 6:30pm to 8:30pm: Paint a rose bouquet while sipping your favourite beverage. BYOB, 19+. More info

Sunday, August 24

• Ambleside Farmers Market | Ambleside | 9:00am to 2:00pm: Local growers, bakers, and artisans. More info

• Kokedama Desk Buddies Workshop | Gardenworks North Shore | 11:00am: Create kokedama desk buddies with tropical plants and bamboo. More info

Monday, August 25

• New Moon Sound Healing Ceremony | Kahlena Movement Studio | 7:00pm to 8:30pm: Crystal sound healing, guided meditation, and reiki More info

Tuesday, August 26

• Good Game North Vancouver | Eagles Club Lounge | 6:00pm to 10:00pm: Board game meetup. Choose from games available or BYO. More info

Wednesday, August 27

• Speed Dating for 50+ | Copperpenny Distilling | 7:00pm to 9:00pm: Meet new singles, quick chats, and fill out scorecards. More info

• Market at The Quay Farmers’ Market | Lonsdale Quay | 3pm to 7pm: Farm fresh produce, food, and artisan vendors. [More info]

Events for Seniors

The seniors section is extremely light this week because a lot of things seem to be on pause until September. We hope to bring you more soon!

• Wednesday, August 27 | Lunch & Learn: Medication & Vaccines | Silver Harbour Seniors' Centre | 11:00am to 12:00pm: Discover medication management tips. Free, but you have to pre-register: 604-980-2474. More info

Live Music, DJs, Dancing & Pub Quizzes

Thursday, August 21

• Open Mic | Eagles Club Lounge | 8:00pm to 11:00pm: More info

• Poker | West Van Legion | 6:30pm to 10:00pm: More info

• Line Dancing Night | Wildeye Brewing | 8:00pm to 10:00pm: More info

• Free Outdoor Concert: Tonye Aganaba | Seylynn Village | 7:00pm to 9:00pm: More info

Friday, August 22

• The Chris Newton Band | Eagles Club Lounge | 8:30pm to 11:30pm: More info

• Dean Michael Smith | Wildeye Brewing | 7:00pm to 10:00pm: More info

• Bad Influence | Square Rigger Pub | 8:00pm: More info

• Free Outdoor Concert: HB Wild | Lynn Valley Village | 7:00pm to 9:00pm: More info

• Free Outdoor Concert: Coco Jafro | Panorama Park | 7:00pm to 9:00pm: More info

• DJ Kelland | Cypress | 4:30pm to 7:30pm: More info

Saturday, August 23

• Live Music | Black Kettle Brewing | 5pm to 8pm

• Bob Richard | Eagles Club Lounge | 8:00pm: More info

• Holy Crowe | West Van Legion | 7:00pm: More info

• Michael Turner | Wildeye Brewing | 7:00pm to 10:00pm: More info

• Wishbone | Seymour's Pub | 8:30pm to 11:30pm: More info

• Peter G-G | Crazy Raven Bar & Grill @ Cypress | 4:00pm to 7:00pm: More info

• Meat Draw & Bingo | Lynn Valley Legion | 2:30pm: More info

Sunday, August 24

• Piano Sessions with Austin Leitch | Wildeye Brewing | 3:00pm to 6:00pm: More info

• Classic Sundays | The Shipyards | 3:00pm to 4:45pm: Live jazz by talented young musicians. More info

Tuesday, August 26

• Lunchtime Concert: Pari & Ash | North Van Civic Plaza | | 12:00pm to 1:30pm: More info

Wednesday, August 27

• Karaoke | Eagles Club Lounge | 7:00pm to 11:00pm: More info

• 90s Bingo | Lynn Valley Legion | 7:00pm: More info

• Live Music | Village Taphouse | 7pm [Reserve Online]

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