11 things to do in Vancouver today: Saturday, October 7

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Start your long weekend with one of our picks of 10 events to check out today, including Fort Langley Cranberry Festival, Phantom Signal, and more.

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What: This market draws crowds from across the province who travel to taste to rows on rows of vibrant cuisine offered and check out the diverse line-up of nightly performances on to 50-foot entertainment stage.
Where: 8351 River Road (nearby Bridgeport Station)
When: Fridays and Saturdays 7 pm to Midnight, Sundays and holiday Mondays 7 to 11 pm, until October 9, 2017
Tickets: $3.75 (regular admission). Kids 10 and under, seniors 60 and up are free. Zoom pass (up to 7 visits) is $20.

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What: The Vancouver Canucks face off with the Edmonton Oilers on October 7 at Rogers Arena.
When: October 7
Time: 7 pm
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Online

What: City Centre’s 3rd Annual Harvest Full Moon Festival features activities, entertainment and a procession. Complimentary mooncakes and tea will be served. All ages are welcome, but children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
When: Saturday, October 7
Time: 6 to 8:30 pm
Where: City Centre Community Centre – 5900 Minoru Blvd, Burnaby
Price: Free

What: Celebrate eldest Stewart son William’s birthday with popcorn and hot apple cider while playing old-fashioned parlor games such as Shut the Box or Marble Shooters.
When: October 7
Time: Noon to 3 pm
Where: Historic Stewart Farm – 13723 Crescent Rd, Surrey
Price: Free

What: Learn about the intriquing amphibians that hide by day and hunt by night. Ages 6 to 9
When: Saturday, October 7
Time: 10 am to noon
Where: Belcarra Regional Park
Admission: $4.25 per child, registration required. Barcode 7062

What: The shows will be a celebration of the nation through a series of stories, songs, images, and ideas by Chris Hadfield. As an astronaut who is proud to call Canada home, Hadfield has a unique perspective seeing the world from a different point of view.
When: Saturday, October 7
Time: 8 pm
Where: Orpheum Theatre – 601 Smithe St, Vancouver
Tickets: Online at Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, $19-$95

What: Stock up on fresh local produce, along with artisanal foods. A handful of food trucks will also be in attendance.
When: Saturday, October 7
Time: 10 am to 2 pm
Where: 5360 12th Avenue (at 53A Street), Tsawwassen

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What: Phantom Signal returns with another season of macabre madness. Original old-timey-radio-horror-comedy performed live by Jayson McDonald, Andrew Bailey and Tara Travis, accompanied by the best of the best musical guests.
When: October 7
Time: 8 pm
Where: Little Mountain Gallery – 195 East 26th Avenue, Vancouver
Tickets: At the door, $10

What: Head to BC Place to cheer on the Lions as they face off with the Redblacks.
When: October 7
Time: 4 pm
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Tickets: Online, $24-$139

What: The day-long event includes food, kids activities, entertainment, contests, over 70 vendors, and, of course, fresh cranberries. In addition, a number of cranberry-themed events will also take place at the Fort Langley National Historic Site during the Festival.
When: Saturday, October 7
Time: 10 am to 4 pm
Where: 9167 Glover Rd – Fort Langley
Cost: Free

What: Presented by STORYHIVE, a community-powered funding program for emerging content creators in BC and Alberta, the dynamic one-day event will provide real insights and hands-on advice from experienced film industry pros and rising new talent.
When: October 7
Time: 9 am to 6 pm
Where: Vancity Theatre – 1181 Seymour St, Vancouver
Price: $125 All Day pass | $75 Morning Session | $95 Afternoon Session – Tickets available via VIFF