7 things to do in Vancouver today: Wednesday, August 16

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Shake off those mid-week blahs with a fun event happening Wednesday, August 16! East Van Cider Fest, Canadian Forces Snowbirds, and more.

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What: The Snowbirds, Canada’s aerobatics flight demonstration team, will take to the skies above White Rock skies on August 16 for White Rock’s Canada 150 celebrations. The performance is scheduled to begin at approximately 5:45 pm. To round out the celebrations, Canadian Country Music Award Winners, The Washboard Union will take to the stage for an evening of live music, and a spectacular fireworks show will cap off the festivities.
When: August 16
Time: 5:30 pm
Where: White Rock Beach and Promenade
Admission: Free

What: Take a drive and cuddle up, or bring a blanket and lawn chair and settle in for a screening of the 1976 classic, Rocky. Parking is on a first-come first-served basis (first 200 vehicles), with movie audio will be broadcast over FM radio. And keep in mind that this is a family-friendly event, so smoking and alcohol are strictly prohibited.
When: August 16
Time: Dusk
Where: Lansdowne Centre, west parking lot – 5300 No. 3 Road, Richmond
Admission: Free

What: Presented by Les Dames d’Escoffier, Les Dames Summerdine features over 30 restaurants, wineries, cooking schools, and culinary venues across BC offering special $79 menus for Summerdine. Proceeds will go towards the Les Dames Scholarship and outreach programs that help women achieve success and leadership in culinary organizations.
When: August 16
Where: Restaurants, wineries, cooking schools, and culinary venues across BC
Tickets: $79; buy online starting June 19

What: Long-running UK electronic group, originally formed by Jimmy Cauty (of The KLF) and Alex Paterson in 1988, that grew out of a love of ambient music and dub, soundscapes and science fiction.
When: August 16
Time: Doors 8 pm
Where: The Biltmore Cabaret – 2755 Prince Edward St, Vancouver
Tickets: Online, $19-$25

What: The evening will feature cider, mead & spirits from all over BC along with tasty bites from local businesses. All proceeds from both ticket sales, silent auctions and door prizes directly support the Greater Vancouver Food Bank Society.
When: August 16
Time: 7 to 9 pm
Where: WISE Hall – 1882 Adanac Street, Vancouver
Tickets: $24.99. Tickets are available for purchase in-store at any Liberty Wine Merchants location.

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What: Vancouver Queer Film Festival’s outdoor screening is Chutney Popcorn, a South Asian queer, Canadian-made, cinematic favourite. Director Nisha Ganatra was born in Vancouver and raised in a traditional Indian household. She wrote and directed her first feature “Chutney Popcorn” at age 25.
When: August 16
Time: 8:30 pm
Where: Queen Elizabeth Plaza – 650 Hamilton Street, Vancouver
Admission: Free

What: Get trippy n’ turnt with resident DJ’s Rico Uno and Geni3. Featuring Hip Hop, trap, rap and more.
When: Every Wednesday
Time: 11 pm to 3 am
Where: Caprice Nightclub – 967 Granville Street, Vancouver
Tickets: Guest List Online