Khatsahlano! Festival
Kitsilanos biggest music and arts festival is back and better than ever with a completely free block party, filled with talented musicians, food tastings, and entertainment ranging from comedic performances to some of the most talented artists in Vancouver.Local bands that will be performing include the Zolas, Bend Sinister, The Matinee and more. There will be no shortage of great food either, as West 4th is noted for its endless culinary options. In addition, there will be a Food Truck Circus on site, offering a wide mix from Vancouvers street food movement. Festivities run between Burrard and MacDonald, July 21, from noon to 8pm. Visit for more information.
Illuminares comes home
On July 21, the Public Dreams 24th Illuminares Lantern Festival is returning to its original home, Trout Lake and John Hendry Park. Their workshop series is in full swing and offers options like lantern building, tempera painting and crafting giant puppets. No previous experience is necessary and all workshops are suitable for anyone aged six and up.
The event at Trout Lake will begin Saturday at 6pm and there will be areas for the public to install illuminated works, along with a music space where community and professional musicians will jam together. The traditional procession around the lake starts at 9:45pm. The grand finale will be a 30-person fire show by Radiant Heat at 10:15pm. The theme for this years event is Let your Bright Light Shine. Bring something with you to illuminate the night whether its a lantern, something electronic, or merely your smile. There is no parking at Trout Lake or in any of the nearby neighbourhoods and the festival encourages transit, cycling or using your feet. Admission is a $5 donation. Full workshop schedule at . Artwork by Rina Pita
Just For Fun Camp Party
Prove the Vancouverite antisocial reputation wrong while reliving your cherished childhood camp memories with the Just For Fun Summer Camp Party, presented by Performance Works and Just For Fun Dance Party. Its the quintessential camp experience crafts, games, talent shows, music, dancing, treats, and more only this time, youre a little bit taller, and its for a good cause. All proceeds from the Just For Fun Summer Camp Party go to the imagine1day Ethiopia 2012 project. The event takes place, July 21 at Granville island from 6pm -1am. Tickets are $10 can be purchased through.
Nature in your own backyard
Three local non-profit groups Little Mountain Neighbourhood House, Village 麻豆传媒映画and the False Creek Watershed Society have partnered to offer a series of educational Earth Walks focused on the natural world thriving in Vancouver, from the gardens of Kitsilano, the Lost Streams of False Creek, the mighty Fraser River and even at the local shopping mall. Spread over select weekend days from July 21 -Oct. 10,Earthwalks 麻豆传媒映画has planned 10 free walks, such as Fish in the City, Bee Walks, St. George Rainway and Nature in the Mall. The leaders are specialized in their knowledge so come ready to ask questions. To register go to FalseCreekWatershed.org/events.html.
