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VanDusen Garden all aglow for Halloween season

And four other events that make Vancouver awesome this week
VanDusen Botanical Garden hosts the Hänsel and Gretel-inspired Glow in the Garden, Oct. 19 to 31.
VanDusen Botanical Garden hosts the Hänsel and Gretel-inspired Glow in the Garden, Oct. 19 to 31.

Glow in the Garden

Celebrate fall and the Halloween season with a fairy tale adventure through a whimsical garden with curious twists and magical moments inspired by the classic tale of Hänsel and Gretel. Follow the bread crumbs on a wondrous walk with zany lights and sounds and illuminated pumpkin caricatures. Visitors of all ages will enjoy tasty treats, crafts, and much more. And new for this year, there’s more to see, do, and eat, plus timed tickets.

When: Oct. 19 to 31

Where: VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St.

vancouver.ca

 

My Favourite Murder

Georgia Hardstark and Karen Kilgariff bring their popular true crime podcast, My Favourite Murder, t
Georgia Hardstark and Karen Kilgariff bring their popular true crime podcast, My Favourite Murder, to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre Oct. 21.

Calling all murderinos. This is your favourite irreverent true crime podcast brought to life on stage by its creators and hosts, Georgia Hardstark and Karen Kilgariff. You can expect to hear tales of true crime, told and discussed with the wit and charm podcast fans know and love, plus some special guests. Stay sexy, don’t get murdered and get yourself to the Queen Elizabeth theatre to see this one-night only show.

When: Oct. 21, 7:30 pm

Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 630 Hamilton St.

vancouver-theatre.com

 

Taste of Yaletown

The Taste of Yaletown returns for its 14th year of delicious deals Oct. 18 to 28.
The Taste of Yaletown returns for its 14th year of delicious deals Oct. 18 to 28.

Back for its 14th year, Taste of Yaletown is when neighbourhood restaurants offer special menus and dishes for a two-week stretch to inspire new and longstanding diners to get out and eat. During this fun time, the restaurants will offer innovative pairings and special menus at set prices of $25, $35 and $45.

When: Oct. 18 to 28

Where: Participating restaurants in Yaletown

yaletowninfo.com

 

Vancouver Fall Home Show

This is the everything event for all things home design and living. The four-day trade show and expo gives the floor to savvy insiders from all realms of what it means to make a home, from cooking to remodeling. Hear from celebs, experts and vendors, check out the workshops, demos and shopping opportunities, and get all the info you can to take your home to the next level.

When: Oct. 18-21

Where: Vancouver Convention Centre, West Building

vancouverfallhomeshow.com

 

The Vancouver Writers Fest

The Vancouver Writers Fest rounds out its week of programming with a multitude of wordy events for readers of genres and ages. With a roster chock-full of talented visiting scribes, workshops, activities, readings, conversations and more — including its popular free Saturday events — there is much to see, do and learn.

When: Until Oct. 21

Where: Various venues at Granville Island

writersfest.bc.ca

For more events, go to vancouverisawesome.com.