Glow in the Garden
Celebrate fall and the Halloween season with a fairy tale adventure through a whimsical garden with curious twists and magical moments inspired by the classic tale of Hänsel and Gretel. Follow the bread crumbs on a wondrous walk with zany lights and sounds and illuminated pumpkin caricatures. Visitors of all ages will enjoy tasty treats, crafts, and much more. And new for this year, there’s more to see, do, and eat, plus timed tickets.
When: Oct. 19 to 31
Where: VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St.
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My Favourite Murder
Calling all murderinos. This is your favourite irreverent true crime podcast brought to life on stage by its creators and hosts, Georgia Hardstark and Karen Kilgariff. You can expect to hear tales of true crime, told and discussed with the wit and charm podcast fans know and love, plus some special guests. Stay sexy, don’t get murdered and get yourself to the Queen Elizabeth theatre to see this one-night only show.
When: Oct. 21, 7:30 pm
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 630 Hamilton St.
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Taste of Yaletown
Back for its 14th year, Taste of Yaletown is when neighbourhood restaurants offer special menus and dishes for a two-week stretch to inspire new and longstanding diners to get out and eat. During this fun time, the restaurants will offer innovative pairings and special menus at set prices of $25, $35 and $45.
When: Oct. 18 to 28
Where: Participating restaurants in Yaletown
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Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»Fall Home Show
This is the everything event for all things home design and living. The four-day trade show and expo gives the floor to savvy insiders from all realms of what it means to make a home, from cooking to remodeling. Hear from celebs, experts and vendors, check out the workshops, demos and shopping opportunities, and get all the info you can to take your home to the next level.
When: Oct. 18-21
Where: Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»Convention Centre, West Building
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The Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»Writers Fest
The Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»Writers Fest rounds out its week of programming with a multitude of wordy events for readers of genres and ages. With a roster chock-full of talented visiting scribes, workshops, activities, readings, conversations and more — including its popular free Saturday events — there is much to see, do and learn.
When: Until Oct. 21
Where: Various venues at Granville Island
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