22 things to do in Vancouver this short work week: December 27 to 30

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Well, it’s over. Another Christmas has come and gone and we’re into the final week of 2016. And with just a few days left in the year, why not make the most of it?

Here are a ton of things to do in Vancouver this week, from a music festival to improv comedy, Canucks to Kim Mitchell, and more.

Tuesday, December 27

Punk as F*Ck!

What: Punk, Hardcore, Oi! and pop punk classics. Downstairs at the Tabu Bar.
Where: The Waldorf – 1489 E. Hastings Street, Vancouver
When: December 27 at 8 pm

Pro/AM Night at The Comedy Mix

What: Up-and-coming comedians share stage time with a professional performer
Where: The Comedy Mix– 1015 Burrard Street, Vancouver
When: December 27 at 8 pm
Tickets: $8

CONTACT Music Festival Day 2

What: Check out Day 2 at Western Canada’s largest music festival
Where: BC Place Stadium – 777 Pacific Boulevard
When: December 27
Tickets: General Admission passes and 19+ VIP area passes online starting at $150. Payment plan options available.

Improv x New Year aka Countdown to 2017

What: A comedic look back at 2017, courtesy of The Fictionals
Where: Cafe Deux Soleils – 2096 Commercial Drive
When: December 27, at 8 pm
Tickets: $7

Wednesday, December 28

Vancouver Canucks vs. Los Angeles Kings

What: The Vancouver Canucks face off against the Los Angeles Kings in NHL action.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way
When: December 28, at 7 pm
Tickets: Available online

Career and Job Search Fair

What: Looking for a job? Find out about all the resources VPL offers to help you find one.
Where: Vancouver Public Library Central branch – 35o W. Georgia Street
When: December 28, at 2:30 pm

Thursday, December 29

Burton Cummings

What: Canadian singer and former Guess Who member performs.
Where: Hard Rock Casino – 2080 United Boulevard, Coquitlam
When: December 29, at 8pm
Tickets: Start at $89.50, available online

Machinedrum

What: American electronica artist, Mahinedrum performs, with guest, Greazus
Where: Fortune Sound Club – 147 East Pender Street
When: December 29 at 9 pm.
Tickets: $15, available online

Aaron Grant

What: Vancouver musician Aaron Grant performs an evening set
Where: Dubh Linn Gate – 1601 Main Street
When: December 29, at 6 pm
Tickets: $7

Harpdog Brown

What: Vancouver blues band Harpdog Brown hits the stage at Falconetti’s.
Where: Falconetti’s Eastside Grill – 1812 Commercial Drive
When: December 29, at 9 pm
Admission: Free

Friday, December 30

Kim Mitchell

What: ‘Go for a soda,’ and then catch Kim Mitchell live at the River Rock.
Where: River Rock Casino – 8811 River Road, Richmond
When: December 30, at 8 pm
Tickets: $39.50, available at Ticketmaster

Vancouver Canucks vs. the Anaheim Ducks

What: Ryan Kelser and Kevin Bieksa return to Rogers Arena.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
When: December 30, at 7 pm
Tickets: Available at Ticketmaster

Under the Streetlamp

What: Featuring former leading cast members of hit Broadway musicals, the show features tight harmonies and slick dance moves that take audiences back to an era of sharkskin suits, flashy cars and martini shakers.
Where: Stadium Club, Edgewater Casino – 760 Pacific Boulevard
When: December 30, at 8 pm
Tickets: $59.50 available online

CAGEMATCH: Ultimate Comedy Showdown

What: Improv teams go head-to-head to find the funniest in the city.
Where: Havana Theatre – 1212 Commercial Drive
When: December 30, at 1o:30 pm

Recurring events this week

2016 Year In Review with Vancouver TheatreSports League

What: The lead-up to the US election, Kate and Will’s visit, climate change, the demise of Brangelina and the construction of more Bike Lanes are just a few of the stories that grabbed the headlines this year. All these and more provide fodder for Vancouver TheatreSports’ quick-witted improvisers as they find the funny in the important and not so important events of 2016.
Where: The Improv Centre – 1502 Duranleau Street, Vancouver
When: December 26 to December 31 at various showtimes
More Info: $10-$37.50, online

Vancouver Christmas Market

What: The 7th annual authentic German-inspired Christmas Market creates the perfect atmosphere to get into the holiday spirit. Find a selection of traditional food and drinks, and broke vendors offering authentic wood carvings and toys, knitted goods, nutcrackers, pottery, and other unique gifts.
Where: Jack Poole Plaza – 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver
When: Now until December 31

Enchant Christmas Light Maze

What: Enchant 2016 brings the world’s largest Christmas light maze to the heart of Vancouver, combined with a bustling local vendor market, live performances, warming seasonal eats and drinks, and much more.
Where: 1st and Crowe Street, between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village
When: Now until December 31

Bright Nights in Stanley Park

What: More than three million dazzling lights decorate hectares of the dark forest, reaching high as the forest canopy for Bright Nights in Stanley Park. There’s also a train ride, music, snacks, entertainment, and visits with Santa and his elves.
Where: Miniature railway area in Stanley Park
When: Now until January 1

Skating at Robson Square

What: The Robson Square Ice Rink brings free skating (with your own skates) to downtown until the end of February. If you don’t have skates, rentals are available. The rink also features a concession stand with snacks and warm drinks.
Where: Robson Square – 800 Robson Square, Vancouver
When: Daily, from 9 am to 9 pm Sunday to Thursday, and from 9 am to 11 pm, Fridays and Saturdays.

Holidays at the Aquarium

What: Scuba Claus is back in town for another underwater adventure at the Vancouver Aquarium. He’ll be making special trips to deliver gifts to the most deserving creates in the sea while entertaining guests on the other side of the glass. Once that’s done, you can catch a showing of the Polar Express in 4-D.
Where: Vancouver Aquarium – 845 Avison Way, Vancouver
When: Now until January 2

Festival of Lights at VanDusen

What: See the botanical garden covered in more than a million lights. Find reindeer and Scandinavian goes roaming the trails.
Where: VanDusen Gardens – 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver
When: Now until January 2

FlyOver Canada Christmas

What: FlyOver Canada transforms into a magical winter wonderland. Have fun helping Santa search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.
Where: 999 Canada Place, Vancouver
When: Now until January 2