Beer, board games and bodybuilding are but a few of the events happening in New West this weekend. Throw some live entertainment and an Easter market into the mix and you’ve got your pick of events to attend on this first weekend of spring 2024.
Thursday, March 21 to Sunday, March 24
Royal Canadian Theatre Company
Enjoy a night of live entertainment when the Royal Canadian Theatre Company presents Cheaters: “an oddball story of love and reconnection where no one can hide from the truth.” Cheaters features a hilarious and energetic cast with many raunchy jokes, innuendos and lovable characters.
- When: Thursday, March 21 to Sunday, March 24. (Evening shows on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and matinees on Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m.)
- Where: Anvil Theatre, 777 Columbia St.
- Details: Information and tickets are available online
Saturday, March 23
Fraser River Boardientation
Play through trivia and challenges as a team – on a life-sized board game – to get to know the Fraser River. Preregistration is required for this spring break event, which is open to teams of two to six people. The evening includes “tricky trivia” and light snacks.
- When: Saturday, March 23, 6 to 8 p.m.
- Where: Fraser River Discovery Centre, 788 Quayside Dr.
- Details: More information and registration is available online
Doppelbock beer release party
Attend Another Beer Co.’s Dark Seas Dopplebock beer release party, which includes all kinds of fun. The event includes: samples; giveaways; Bierstacheln (beer poking) Bocks; dark beer guest taps; cold plunges (for folks who are brave enough to take a dunk in a cold water tank provided by Coold Cold Water Collab); a pop-up skate ramp from Ramptime Productions; and more.
- When: Saturday, March 23, 12 to 7 p.m.
- Where: Another Beer Co., 11-30 Capilano Way
2024 Leigh Brandt Muscle Classic
Check out the action at the 2024 Leigh Brandt Muscle Classic, where athletes will compete in multiple categories, including men’s bodybuilding, women’s physique, classic physique, figure, wellness and bikini. Industry vendors and sponsors will be set up in the lobby, offering a wide range of products and services for fitness enthusiasts and professionals.
- When: Saturday, March 23, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 8:30 p.m.
- Where: Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave.
- Details: Info and tickets available online
Douglas College Spring Concert Series: Choirs in the Community
Enjoy an evening of music featuring Douglas College students and community musicians at the Douglas College Spring Concert Series: Choirs in the Community.
- When: Saturday, March 23, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
- Where: 529 Queens Ave. (Sanctuary on 6th – formerly Queens Avenue United Church)
- Details: Tickets are $20 for general admission, $15 for seniors and free for students.
Sunday, March 24
Easter Market
Head to Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral for an Easter market featuring Ukrainian culture, food, and crafts. Shoppers will find homemade Ukrainian cuisine (including dishes such as paska, babka, varenyky, cabbage rolls, and treats), crafts made by talented artisans, and unique handmade treasures reflecting Ukraine's rich heritage and traditions.
- Where: Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Church, 501 Fourth Ave.
- When: Sunday, March 24, 1 to 5 p.m.
