May is just flying by, so let’s get enjoying it! Check out our list of seven great events happening in Vancouver today, Wednesday May 23. “Year of the Queer” Official Proclamation and Launch Event, rEvolver Theatre Festival, and more are all going down today.
For more things happening around town be sure to check out our events section.
City of Vancouver “Year of the Queer” – Official Proclamation and Launch Event
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- What: The event will be marked with the raising of the Pride and Trans Flag on the north lawn of City Hall, and include a panel discussion in the Council Chamber, as well as an outdoor event on the Helena Gutteridge Plaza.
- When: Wednesday, May 23, 2018
- Time: 11 am start
- Where: Vancouver City Hall – 453 W 12th Ave, Vancouver
- Admission: Free
Next Music from Tokyo vol. 12
- What: NMFT 12 brings an all-star cast of past favourites and a brand new band for you to fall in love with. Featuring The Taupe, Yubisaki Nohaku, Bakyun the Every Day, Lucie, Too, Koutei Camera Girl Drei, and Koutei Camera Gal.
- When: Wednesday, May 23, 2018
- Time: Doors 7 pm
- Where: Biltmore Cabaret – 2755 Prince Edward Street, Vancouver
- Tickets: Online, $14
Annual Address by Metro Vancouver Board Chair Greg Moore
- What: Metro Vancouver Board Chair Greg Moore outlines the role that Metro Vancouver plays in enhancing economic prosperity, embracing cultural vitality and social justice, and preserving a healthy natural environment in the Metro Vancouver region.
- When: Wednesday, May 23, 2018
- Time: 11:30 am
- Where: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver – Pacific Ballroom – 900 West Georgia Street, Vancouver
- Register: Online
MilkMilkLemonade – Awkward Stage Productions
- What: MilkMilkLemonade is a queer coming-of-age story about an 11-year-old from Mall Town, USA. With weirdly relatable characters and dealing with questions of gender and sexuality, the play also features a talking chicken named Linda.
- When: Wednesday, May 23 to Saturday, May 26, 2018
- Time: Various times
- Where: CBC Studio 700 – 700 Hamilton Street, Vancouver
- Tickets: At Brown Paper Tickets; $20
rEvolver Theatre Festival
- What: One of the few events that focuses on live new works from emerging Canadian artists, there’s something for everyone at rEvolver Theatre Festival. This year, all mainstage shows involve women at the creator level.
- When: Wednesday, May 23 to Sunday, June 3, 2018
- Time: Various times
- When: The Cultch – 1985 Venables Street, Vancouver
- Tickets: At Upintheair, $20
Masterchef Champion Trevor Connie Pop Up Dinner
- What: Join Masterchef Canada Champion Trevor Connie for a five-course dinner on Wednesday, May 23 at The Compound on Granville Street.
- When: Wednesday, May 23
- Time: 6 to 9 pm
- Where: The Compound – 1026 Granville Street, Vancouver
- Tickets: $80.94, buy online
Modified Ghost Festival III
- What: An annual music festival in Vancouver, BC that showcases some of the most exciting metal, rock, punk, hardcore and progressive music the world has to offer.
- When: Wednesday, May 23 to Sunday, May 27, 2018
- Time: Various times
- Where: The Rickshaw Theatre – 254 East Hastings St., Vancouver
- Tickets: Online, $22-$170
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