What’s Happening on the North Shore:
April 9 to 15, 2026
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Scroll down to find food & bev events, family events, stuff for adults, seniors and live music & pub events!👇
⚽️ Canada Soccer House at Shipyards for World Cup
Big World Cup energy is coming to the North Shore…During the World Cup, The Shipyards will transform into Canada Soccer House - a free, all-ages fan zone with watch parties, live entertainment, food and drinks, merch, games, and plenty of ways to soak it all in outside the stadium. More info
💛 E-Trike Tours Opening Up the North Shore
North Van's Mark Charland survived a stroke and is now launching an e-trike rental and tour business for people with mobility challenges. Starting mid-April, Have Trike Will Travel will be running relaxed rides along the Spirit Trail and bringing the experience directly to seniors and community groups. Very cool. More info
🏔️ Big Weekend Energy at Grouse: Slush Cup & SKIITOUR
Saturday is Slush Cup - costumes, wipeouts, and big crowds cheering on brave (or questionable) pond skimming attempts, plus BBQ, beers, and après to follow. Then Sunday keeps things going with a retro-style ski party at Altitudes, featuring SkiiTour and a full-on spring sendoff vibe.
Two very good reasons to get up the mountain:
🤣 Full-on comedy night at Centennial Theatre…
Laugh Out LIVE! brings a mix of improv, sketch, stand-up, short films, and even some wild giveaways—all rolled into one high-energy show. Think part SNL, part Whose Line, part game night. One night only, and definitely geared toward a mature crowd. More info
🎤 TED Talks Streaming at Lynn Valley Library
TEDxNVDPL Live is streaming a lineup of global speakers from Malala Yousafzai to Mark Rober covering everything from AI and leadership to culture and wellbeing. Tap into some big-picture thinking. Space is limited, so you’ll want to register ahead. More info
Coming up:
🎨 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.
Free admission, free parking, coffee on site, and a prize draw. One-day event with a week-long online show to follow. More info
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We’re kicking off a series of small, hosted dinners at North Shore restaurants.
First up: Liberty Kitchen
Thursday, April 30 at 6:30 PM
A relaxed night with a small group - great food, new menu items, meet the owners, the chef and the team, and chat with a few neighbours around the table.
Limited seats.
3-course dinner + wine.
$75 all-in
🍝 A new Italian spot at The Shipyards
Provisions Italiana brings us a mix of handmade pastas, Roman-style pizza, and shareable plates inspired by classic Italian cooking. It’s the latest from the team behind Alouette and Free Bird, with a strong wine list and a full lineup from breakfast to weekend brunch at the Seaside Hotel. More info
🍻 North Point Brewing Patio Approved
One more step to go! North Point Brewing just got the green light from the City to move forward with serving on its curbside patio, pending final provincial approval. The patio had strong local support, hope the last step will be nothing more than a rubber stamp! 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
Thursday, April 9
Kids' Night Out | MONOVA | 5:30pm to 7:30pm: Drop off your kids for a night of arts, crafts, games, and gallery fun. Ages 5-11. More info
Saturday, April 11
Drop-In Family Art Project | West Van Art Museum | 12:30pm to 4:30pm: Free drop-in family art workshop inspired by the current museum exhibition. Supplies provided. More info
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Sunday, April 12
World Scholar's Cup | Centennial Theatre | 9:00am: Academic competition covering debates, quizzes, and challenges. More info
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Monday, April 13
Tuesday, April 14
Forest Explorers: Slime Time | Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre | 9:30am to 11:00am: Stories, a nature walk, and slug-themed crafts for kids aged 2-5. More info
Wednesday, April 15
Clay Wheel Workshop | Edgemont Art Studio | 5:30pm to 7:00pm: Spin the wheel and make something amazing. More info
Plan in Advance: Cool Stuff That’s Coming Up for Kids and Families
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)
April 26th | Barnyard Buddies | Maplewood Farm: Farm craft, storytime, and goat grooming for toddlers and parents. More info (next one May 3rd)
Apr 21 | Food Chain Fun | Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre: Find out about the favourite foods of forest animals, how they try to avoid getting eaten. More info
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
Stuff for Adults
Lynn Valley Garden Club’s annual plant sale May 9
Mark your calendar for the Lynn Valley Garden Club’s annual plant sale, where you can 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: all plants come from member gardens (and are therefore perfect for North Shore growing conditions).
Sat, May 9 10am - 2pm
St Clement’s Church (3400 Institute Rd, North Van)
🎭 Live Theatre This Week:
Until April 10: And Then There Were None | Kay Meek | 8:00pm: A classic Agatha Christie thriller full of tension, twists, and plenty of suspicion. Eight strangers arrive at a remote island… and a mysterious recording accuses each of murder and guests start dying one by one. Matinee at 2pm on Apr 5. More info
April 3 - 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. Matinees Apr 11 & 18 at 2pm. More info
Until April 11 Nana's Naughty Knickers | Deep Cove Stage Society | 7:30pm: A summer with her grandma in New York sounds sweet until Bridget realizes Nana is secretly running an illegal lingerie business for seniors out of her apartment. Matinee at 2pm Apr 11. More info
🛍️ Markets this Weekend:
Saturday, April 11 | Spring It On Market | West Van Community Centre | 9:30am to 2:30pm: Local fashion, art, and food at the Spring It On Market. More info
(Sat & Sun) Spring Pop-Up Market | The Pipe Shop | 12:00pm to 6:00pm: Local crafts, food, and small businesses. Pet-friendly and free to attend. More info
Thursday, April 9
Sip + Sing | The Wallace Venue | 8:00pm to 11:30pm: Group sing-along at The Wallace with cocktails and crowd favourites. More info
First Tee - British Columbia Masters Tournament Party | Golfnest Indoor Sim | 4:00pm to 6:30pm: Golf sim play, prizes, live music, proceeds support youth golf access. More info
Thirsty Thursday Try-on Run | Bridge Brewing (Pemberton Ave) | 6:30pm to 8:30pm: Test run On Cloudmonster 3 shoes on a 5km group run, then pizza and beer. More info
Noche Social - Couples Edition | Cornelia Fine Tacos | 7:00pm to 9:00pm: Four-course Mexican dinner with curated cocktails, designed for couples. More info
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Strawberry Tea Mini Magnets Workshop | 7:45pm to 8:45pm: Make mini strawberry tea set magnets with oven-bake clay. More info
Friday, April 10
2026 North Shore Writers Festival | North Van City Library | 7:00pm: Free festival featuring author conversations, panels, and readings. More info
Clothes Swap Social | Giant Bicycle | 6:00pm to 9:00pm: Swap clothes, enjoy drinks, and support a cause. More info
Literary Trivia hosted by Charlie Demers | West Van Library | 7:00pm to 9:30pm: Literary trivia night hosted by Charlie Demers, with prizes for the winners. More info
Laugh Out LIVE! | Centennial Theatre | 7:30pm to 9:10pm: Improv, sketch comedy, stand-up, and films. More info
Saturday, April 11
Slush Cup 2026 | Grouse Mountain | 10:30am to 9:00pm: Skim the Slush Cup Pond, win prizes, enjoy BBQ, beer garden, and après-ski party with live DJ. More info
Between the Covers: Inside the World of Romance Novels | North Van City Hall | 2:15pm to 3:15pm: Local authors discuss the history and evolution of romance novels. Free to attend. More info
Eureka Spring Manifestation Workshop | Lonsdale Quay | 2:00pm to 4:00pm: Vision journaling, intention pressing, and intuitive beading in a spring manifestation workshop. More info
SAKE & GLOW: The Japanese Secret to Radiant Skin | Everything Wine | 2:00pm to 3:30pm: Sake tasting paired with a talk on Japanese skincare and wellness rituals. More info
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Sunday, April 12
Apravés Tour SKIITOUR & Friends | Grouse Mountain | 4:00pm to 8:00pm: Retro-inspired ski party at Altitudes Patio with SKIITOUR and Friends. More info
Fanny Bay Oysters Pop-Up | Copperpenny Distilling | 2:00pm to 7:00pm: Fanny Bay Oysters and gin cocktails. More info
Capture Festival X Griffin Art Projects: Featured Tour | Griffin Art Projects | 1:00pm to 2:00pm: Artist-led tour of the Capture Festival exhibition at Griffin Art Projects. More info
Workshops at Edgemont Art Studio:
Monday, April 13
TEDxNVDPL Live: Session 1 | Lynn Valley Library | 5:00pm to 7:00pm: AI, technology, and society. Registration required. More info
Tuesday, April 14
Moss Art Workshop by Tree-D Canvas | North Point Brewing | 7:00pm to 8:30pm: Create your own unique piece of preserved moss art. Materials included. More info
9 Ball Tournament | Eagles Club Lounge | 7:00pm to 10:00pm: 9-ball pool tournament following international rules. Sign-up required. More info
Good Game | Eagles Club Lounge | 6:00pm to 10:00pm: Drop-in board game meetup. Modern games, all skill levels. More info
TEDxNVDPL Live: Sessions | Lynn Valley Library:
Wednesday, April 15
Clay Wheel Workshop | Edgemont Art Studio | 7:30pm to 9:00pm: Spin the wheel and create a thing! More info
The M Factor: Time to also Spill the "T". | Centennial Theatre | 6:00pm to 9:00pm: Documentary screening and expert panel discussion on menopause and testosterone. More info
Microbiome Makeover Cooking Series | Choices Market | 5:00pm to 6:30pm: Hummus and other microbiome-friendly recipes. More info
TEDxNVDPL Live: Sessions | Lynn Valley Library:
Plan in Advance: Cool Stuff That’s Coming Up for Grown Ups
April 26 | Moving Spirit Pilates | The Living Spine: Freedom, Strength & Flexibility: Reduce stiffness, improve posture, and move more comfortably. More info
April 16th, 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
Events for Seniors
Join us for our upcoming Speaker Series featuring Dr. Elijah Dann!
In this series, define what makes a sound argument and learn how to assess the claims we encounter daily. Examine the drivers of uncritical thinking—conspiracy theories, ideology, and pseudoscience—and how they shape our brains and beliefs, helping us navigate an increasingly uncritical age.
Tuesday, April 21
2–4 p.m. | $5 | 216233
Seniors' Activity Centre
Sunday April 12 | North Shore Storytelling Cric? Crac!: The Power of the Word | Silk Purse Arts Centre | 4:30pm to 6:30pm: Storytelling, poetry, and an Ex Tempore circle for National Poetry Month. More info
Sunday, April 12 | Acrylic Painting Workshop | Mollie Nye House | 12:00pm to 2:00pm: Learn colour blending techniques, paint a sunset silhouette with guidance. Beginners welcome. More info
Tuesday April 14 | Pins and Needles | Lynn Valley Library | 1:00pm to 2:30pm: Knit, crochet, sew and chat. More info
Wednesday April 15 | Pins and Needles | Parkgate Library | 6:30pm to 8:00pm: Drop-in, knit, crochet, sew and chat. More info
Wednesday April 15 | Meet Your Mayor | Capilano Library | 11:00am to 12:00pm: Chat with Mayor Mike Little about local issues and community questions. More info
Wednesday, April 15 | Tech Connect: AI For Everyday Life | Silver Harbour Seniors' Centre | 10:00am to 11:00am: Simplify daily tasks with AI: plan meals, organize tasks, and try hands-on activities with your device. More info
Live Music, DJs, Dancing & Pub Quizzes
Thursday, April 9
Friday, April 10
Saturday, April 11
Sunday, April 12
Rachel Fenlon | Kay Meek | 3:00pm: More info
Tuesday, April 14
Wednesday, April 15
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