1) Return of the salmon
Witness the heroic journey of salmon returning home to spawn in Kanaka Creek. While you’re there, you can also engage with displays, games and hatchery volunteers. This event is family friendly and free.
Oct. 22, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Kanaka Creek Regional Park (Meet at fish fence on 240 Street, north of Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge)
metrovancouver.org/events/calendar
2) World-renowned writers and local favourites
Looking to expand upon your fall reading list? Vancouver Writers Fest encourages readers of all ages to explore the power of storytelling and books, through dozens of events with local and international writers. This year’s festival boasts more than 95 events featuring the likes of Louise Penny, Margaret Atwood, Jennifer Egan and more.
Until Oct. 22
Granville Island
writersfest.bc.ca
3) Hot One Inch Action
Hot One Inch Action is the original, one-night-only show that celebrates art and social interaction in Vancouver with tiny art on limited edition, one-inch buttons that are then sold in random packs of five for $5. Didn’t get the button you want? Trade with the people around you.
Oct. 21.
Arts Factory
(281 Industrial Ave.)
hotoneinchaction.com
4) New restaurants galore
Hungry for something different to try? Vancouver’s dining scene moves fast, and there’s always another new restaurant to check out. With a bunch of fresh openings in recent months, and some exciting just-opened newcomers, it’s a great month to be a foodie. Be sure to check out Bells & Whistles, Dosanko, Festal, OddFish, Cacao 70 Dippery, Fayuca, Kokomo, Yuwa, St. Lawrence and Sombreros.
vancouverisawesome.com
5) A celebration of art and community in the downtown eastside
The DTES Heart of the City Festival is all about promoting artists, presenting art forms and facilitating the development of culture from Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. With 100 events happening at more than 50 venues throughout the neighbourhood, there’s definitely something for everyone.
Oct. 25 to Nov. 5
heartofthecityfestival.com
