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Embrace your Friday by checking out one of our seven picks for today, May 18. Douglas Coupland – Vortex, JP Maurice, and more happening in Vancouver to enjoy.
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Paris Blohm
- What: Los Angeles-based electronic music producer / DJ Paris Blohm brings his anthemic sound to Celebrities Nightclub for #StereotypeFridays.
- When: Friday, May 18, 2018
- Time: Doors 10 pm
- Where: Celebrities – 1022 Davie Street, Vancouver
- Tickets: Online, Free RSVP until 11:30 pm
130th Annual Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair
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- What: One of North America’s longest running and most entertaining rodeos returns on May Long Weekend with more competitions, live entertainment, food and fun for fans of all ages.
- When: Friday, May 18 to Monday, May 21, 2018
- Time: Various times
- Where: Cloverdale Fairgrounds Agriplex Bldg – 6050 176 St, Surrey
- Tickets: Online
Top Drop Vancouver 2018 Main Event
- What: Vancouver’s annual grand tasting featuring dozens of international, terroir-focused wineries, craft breweries, cideries, and the people behind them.
- When: Friday, May 18, 2018
- Time: 7 to 9:30 pm
- Where: Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre – 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver
- Tickets: $75; buy online
GO Fest Outdoor Concert Series 2018
- What: GO Fest is hosting a free outdoor concert series over the May long weekend. Starting the weekend will be Juno-winning artists, the Philosopher Kings, a Canadian pop and alternative rock group. Saturday will feature Carmanah, known for their West Coast soul sound, and Current Swell later in the evening. Coco Jafro, known for their funk fusion and musical rhythms will start the show on Sunday followed by electronic music duo, the Funk Hunters.
- When: Friday, May 18 to Sunday, May 20, 2018
- Time: Various times
- Where: Village Square, Whistler
- Admission: Free
The 2018 Creative Ink Festival
- What: A weekend long event for writers and readers of all levels and genres. Featuring workshops, readings, autograph sessions and more.
- When: Friday, May 18 to Sunday, May 20, 2018
- Time: Various times
- Where: Delta Hotels by Marriott Burnaby Conference Centre – 4331 Dominion Street, Burnaby
- Tickets: $50-$100 at the door
JP Maurice with Hotel Mira, Frankiie and Bad Animal
- What: JP Maurice celebrates the release of his highly anticipated new album Boys with guests Hotel Mira, Frankiie, and Calgary’s Bad Animal.
- When: Friday, May 18, 2018
- Time: Doors 8 pm
- Where: Rickshaw Theatre – 254 E. Hastings Street, Vancouver
- Tickets: Online, $12
Douglas Coupland – Vortex
Artist Douglas Coupland (Ocean Wise)
- What: Acclaimed Canadian artist Douglas Coupland is launching a new exhibition highlighting ocean plastic pollution at the Vancouver Aquarium this May. The year-long major sculpture Vortex exhibition aims to immerse visitors in a contemplative, emotive, and transformative experience. A large part of Coupland’s exhibit will be a “creative reimagining” of the Pacific Trash Vortex, also referred to as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.
- When: Opens Friday, May 18, 2018 for one year
- Time: 10 am to 5 pm
- Where: Vancouver Aquarium – 845 Avison Way, Vancouver
- Tickets: Included in Aquarium tickets, $30-$39
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