7 things to do in Vancouver today: Friday, January 26

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Happy Friday, everyone! Tyler, The Creator, Passion Pit, and more – here are our seven things to do in Vancouver today, January 26.

And for more things happening around town check out our events section.

What: Tyler, the Creator is an American rapper, record producer, and music video director. He rose to prominence as the leader and co-founder of the alternative hip hop collective Odd Future. He is also the founder of Golf Wang clothing company.
When: Friday, January 26, 2018
Time: Doors 6 pm
Where: Pacific Coliseum – 2901 E Hastings Street, Vancouver
Tickets: Online, $47

What: JES is Jane Slemon, Ellen van der Hoeven, and Susan Larkin. A tight braid of voices backed by a tapestry of instruments, the members of this musical friendship often can’t help but get themselves mixed up with one another. JES brings a diverse repertoire that includes Celtic, folk roots, and original songs.
When: Friday, January 26, 2018
Time: 7 to 10 pm
Where: Gathering Place – 200-2253 Leigh Square Place, Port Coquitlam
Admission: $5

What: Joseph Keckler is as versatile and talented a vocal artist as they come, expertly blending multiple musical styles that most wouldn’t dare put together. Moving effortlessly from lowbrow to highbrow, Keckler performs a combination of monologues, opera, pop, and torch in a one-person musical variety show that is sure to be a hit with concertgoers and music lovers.
When: Friday, January 26 to Saturday, January 27, 2018
Time: Various times
Where: Anvil Centre – 777 Columbia Street, New Westminster; The Fox Cabaret – 2321 Main Street, Vancouver
Tickets: At Anvil Centre & PuSh (for The Fox Cabaret shows); from $25

What: Bring your friends or mingle with other teens during this casual board game night. Board games and snacks will be provided. For youth, grades 6 to 9.
When: Friday, January 26, 2018
Time: 5 to 8 pm
Where: Burnaby Public Library – McGill Branch – 4595 Albert St, Burnaby
Register: Online, Free

What: Dubstep pioneer and leader of SMOG Records, 12th Planet makes his return to Vancouver for the Sooo Sick Tour.
When: Friday, January 26, 2018
Time: Doors 10 pm
Where: Celebrities – 1022 Davie Street, Vancouver
Tickets: Online, $15

What: Join #1 New York Times bestselling author duo Sasha Alsberg and Lindsay Cummings as they sign and discuss Zenith, the first book in The Androma Saga.
When: Friday, January 26, 2018
Time: 7 to 8 pm
Where: Chapters Metrotown – 4700 Kingsway, Burnaby
Admission: Free

What: Passion Pit’s first tour since 2016 will span new songs and fan favourites from the band’s diverse catalogue. Joining founder/songwriter/producer Michael Angelakos in the Passion Pit live band will be Chris Hartz, Aaron Harrison Folb and Giuliano Pizzulo.
When: Friday, January 26, 2018
Time: 8:30 pm
Where: Commodore Ballroom– 867 Granville Street, Vancouver
Tickets: Online, $39.50

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