Lest we forget. Here are 10 Vancouver events to check out on Sunday, November 11, including Remembrance Day ceremonies, Circle Craft Christmas Market, and more.
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Victory Square Cenotaph
What: In honour of veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of Canada, the City of Vancouver is holding its annual Remembrance Day ceremony and parade at Victory Square.
When: Sunday, November 11, 2018
Time: Starts at 10 am
Where: Victory Square – 200
Admission: Free
Port Moody Remembrance Day Ceremonies & Parade
What: Events start with a non-denominational service at Kyle Centre. Then the parade goes around the block to Port Moody Arts Centre for a two-minute silence, act of remembrance and laying of wreaths at Port Moody Arts Centre Monument. Ceremony finishes with a 21-Gun Cannon Salute at Seymour Artillery.
When: Sunday, November 11, 2018
Time: 9:30 am to 11 am
Where: Port Moody Arts Centre – 2425 St. Johns Street Port Moody
Admission: Free
Surrey Remembers
What: Take in the Remembrance Day service at the Cloverdale Cenotaph in Veterans Square at 10:25 am on Sunday, November 11. Museum of Surrey will remain open until 5 pm with family-friendly activities throughout the museum. The Surrey Archives will be open from 9:30 am to 1 pm. Visitors are welcome to explore the Archives and enjoy refreshments.
When: Sunday, November 11, 2018
Time: 9:30 am to 1 pm
Where: Museum of Surrey – 17710 56a Ave, Surrey
Admission: Free
Richmond Remembrance Day Ceremony
What: The City of Richmond invites the public to observe and participate in the annual Remembrance Day ceremony. The parade will start at 10:20 am, and official ceremonies at the City Hall cenotaph will begin at 10:40 am. Two minutes of silence will take place at 11 am followed by wreath-laying.
When: Sunday, November 11, 2018
Time: 10:20 to 11:30 am
Where: Richmond City Hall – 6911 No. 3 Rd., Richmond
Admission: Free
West Vancouver Remembrance Day Ceremony
What: Led by The Royal Canadian Legion – West Vancouver Branch #60, this service is for the public to gather and honour our veterans and those currently serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. All members of the public are welcome and encouraged to attend. The parade starts at 10:45 am. with service starting at 10:55 am.
When: Sunday, November 11, 2018
Time: 10:45 to 11:30 am
Where: Memorial Arch in Memorial Park – Marine Drive between 19th Street and 20th Street
Admission: Free
Port Coquitlam Remembrance Day
What: Port Coquitlam’s Remembrance Day begins with the Wilson Centre Service. Then veterans and members of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #133 will lead a parade from the Wilson Centre along Wilson Avenue to Shaughnessy Street to the Cenotaph services at Veterans Park.
When: Sunday, November 11, 2018
Time: 9:30 to 10:30 am (Wilson Centre Service), 11 am (Cenotaph Remembrance Service
Where: Wilson Centre – 2150 Wilson Ave, Port Coquitlam, Veterans Park – 2580 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam
Admission: Free
Mark Singson x Whole Foods Market
What: Mark Singson will be serving up a five-course vegan dinner. Guests will also receive a goodie bag from this event.
When: Sunday, November 11, 2018
Time: 6:30 pm
Where: 120 E 13 Street, North Vancouver
Price: $120; buy online
Sunday Open Mic Mash Up
What: Sunday Night Open Stage at The Beaumont Studios welcomes singer-songwriters, spoken word artists, stand-up comedy, and live art and art showing.
When: Every Sunday
Time: 7 to 11 pm
Where: The Beaumont Studios – 316 & 326 W 5th Ave, Vancouver
Admission: By Donation
Circle Craft Christmas Market
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What: The Circle Craft Christmas Market hosts more than 300 different artisans and vendors from across Canada, and features everything from pottery to fashion to craft distilleries.
When: Now to Sunday, November 11, 2018
Time: Various times
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre West – 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver
More Info: Online
Kitty Nights Burlesque: The Last Meow
What: Kitty Nights Burlesque performs its final show with a bevvy of local burlesque artists and some very special guest stars. Featuring live music by The Hot & Heavy Band and showcasing a mixture of sexy, moving and hilarious burlesque performances.
When: Sunday, November 11, 2018
Time: 8 pm
Where: The Rio Theatre – 1660 East Broadway, Vancouver
Tickets: Online, $25
See also
- 34 ceremonies in Metro Vancouver for Remembrance Day 2018
- Dates revealed for this year's highly anticipated Santa Claus Parade
- Mother Mother will be performing in Vancouver this winter
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