What’s going on in Burnaby: Oct 3–13

October 03, 2022

Need something to do this week? Here are some Burnaby events to help you out.

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Diyet is a singer, songwriter and recording artist who sings in both English and her native Southern Tutchone. Watch her perform at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts on Oct. 6 from 8–10pm accompanied by The Love Soldiers. You can buy tickets online here.

Address: Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Ave

Jazz Jams is an event open to all musicians no matter their age or experience level. Meet local jazz musicians and we know you’ll make beautiful music together. Jazz Jam is hosted by Cory Weeds of the Cellar Jazz Society and is being held on Tuesday, October 4 from 6:30 to 9 pm at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts.

Address: 6450 Deer Lake Ave

PIQSIQ is sister-duo Tiffany Ayalik and Inuksuk Mackay joining forces to perform Inuit style throat singing. They have recorded four studio albums and use improvisational looping live, making each show a unique performance. “Their performances combine ancient traditional songs with eerie new compositions leaving their listeners with possible answers to the question ‘What is the meaning of life?'” You can watch PIQSIQ at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts on Thursday, Oct. 13 from 8–10pm. Tickets cost $35 and can be purchased online.

Address: 6450 Deer Lake Ave

Active Aging Week is happening from Oct. 3–7 and is designed to celebrate aging and encourage a healthier and more active lifestyle. There will be different activities for seniors to participate in like hip-hop, introductions to weigh lighting, gardening, cribbage, and so much more. Events will be taking place at the Bonsor 55+ Centre, Edmonds 55+ Centre, Confederation Seniors Centre, and Cameron 55+ Centre. For more details and to register for classes you can visit the City of Burnaby website.

Burnaby fall events

The Burnaby Art Gallery will display some of the darker works in the City of Burnaby Permanent Art Collection from Oct. 1 to Nov 1. “Featured are works from Francisco Goya’s series Los Caprichos, where the famed Spanish romantic painter and printmaker satirized late 18th century Spanish society through the depiction of follies, superstitions, and failures. Such historical works are set alongside contemporary works that add colour to the foreboding they portray. Canadian artist Betty Goodwin delicately examines the fragility of human life and the states it traverses in work from her series Le Memoire du Corps.” There will be over 30 different artists showcased at this exhibit. Entry is by donation with $5 being the recommended amount.

Address: Burnaby Art Gallery, 6344 Deer Lake Ave.

The Bill Copeland Sports Centre is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a toonie skate on Oct. 1. For just $2 you can skate and enjoy face painting, arts and crafts, and other entertainment. Skates and helmets are included with the admission fee.

Address: Bill Copeland Sports Centre, 3676 Kensington Ave.

Pumpkins After Dark brings over 6,000 different pumpkins to Burnaby and will be the Halloween event of the year. You’ll be able to walk down magical pathways of lit pumpkin sculptures and displays, all with music, sounds, and special effects. There will also be classic Halloween characters, dinosaurs, dragons, movies, and pop culture icons making this an event with something for everyone! You can visit Pumpkins After Dark until Oct. 31.

Address: Swangard Stadium, 3883 Imperial St.