Darren Lee Elvis + Uptown Plaza Opening

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October 03, 2025

💑 City LOVE Scavenger Hunt Date Night For Couples - New West Area – 1:00 PM

✂️ Uptown Plaza Ribbon Cutting and Reception – 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎲 Friendsday Night Board Games – Doors open at 6:00 PM

🎲 Hitmix Bingo - Howe Sound – 7:00 PM

🎙️ New West Karaoke Night at Howe Sound – 7:00 PM

🍸️ Cocktails and Conjuring at Flapper Lounge – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎙️ Weekly Karaoke Every Friday – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

🌐 They Came From Mars -Anvil – 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM

🎸 Live Music at The Terminal - Mike Van Eyes – 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM

🎙️ Karaoke Friday Nights at Notorious Grey Fox – 9:00 PM until Close

🎲 Board Night Game – Phantom Alley

October 04, 2025

🗣️ Spanish Conversation Drop-in – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

🌿 Glenbrook Ravine Invasive Weed Pull – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

🧑‍🚒 Fire Department Open House – 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

🌲 Great Grandmother Tree and Spiral to the Sky – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

🎃 All Hallow's Eve Craft Market at Sapperton Hall – 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

🛍️ The New West Cultural Crawl – 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

💑 City LOVE Scavenger Hunt Date Night For Couples - New West Area – 1:00 PM

🎨 Cultural Crawl - Oil Pastel Scratch Art for Kids – 1:00 PM at Kinder Books

📱 Black & White with Your Smartphone – Nancy Matheson – 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

🏀 3v3 Basketball Tournament (11-18 yrs) – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

🚲️ Youth Cycle Express: $2 Drop-in for Youth Ages 13 - 18 – 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM

🎶 Live Music with Lola Lovegood at Flapper Lounge – 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

🎭️ Poetry Flood Night at Arrieta Art Studio – Door opens at 6:00 PM

💃 14th Annual Mushtari Begum Festival – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎭️ PechaKucha Night - New West - Volume 37 – 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

🎭️ Vagabond Players Presents Making A Killing – 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

🕺 Saturday Dance Party at Georgie's – 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM

🕹️ Fighting Game Night – Phantom Alley

October 05, 2025

🌲 Great Grandmother Tree and Spiral to the Sky – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

🎨 Art Workshop with Nicholas Brancati – 11:00 AM at Kinder Books

📚️ Book Club Led by Lindsey Munson – 11:00 AM

🎃 All Hallow's Eve Craft Market at Sapperton Hall – 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

🛍️ The New West Cultural Crawl – 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

💑 City LOVE Scavenger Hunt Date Night For Couples - New West Area – 1:00 PM

🎸 Concerts In The Square – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Hyack Square

📸 Creative In-Camera Techniques – with Janet Pearson – 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

⛸️ Public Skate – 1:15 PM to 2:45 PM

🎭️ Vagabond Players Presents Making A Killing – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

🧑‍🍳 Baking (Ages 6-12) at Queensborough Centre – 2:15 PM to 3:45 PM

🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM

🎙️ Georgie's Local Sunday Night Open Mic! – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

🤰 Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance – 3:30 PM - Olivet Baptist Church 

🏈 Sunday and Monday Night Football – at the Terminal Pub

🎸 One Night Only: Darren Lee Brings the House Down at Frankie G’s

Get ready, Queensborough—Frankie G’s is about to light up with a night of unforgettable entertainment! On Saturday, October 11 at 7:30 p.m., internationally acclaimed performer Darren Lee takes the stage for an evening of music, energy, and classic rock ’n’ roll flair.

Known for his electrifying presence and golden voice, Darren Lee brings the spirit of the King to life in a show that will have you clapping, dancing, and singing along. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just looking for a fun night out, this performance promises excitement from the first note to the last.

✨ Event Details
📍 Frankie G’s, 305 Ewen Ave, Queensborough, New Westminster
🕢 Saturday, October 11 | 7:30 p.m.
💵 $15 cover at the door (cash only)
☎️ Reservations: 604-515-1678

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable evening of music, food, and fun. 🎶 Call now to reserve your spot and get ready to rock the night away at Frankie’s!

👉 Reserve today: 604-515-1678

🎉 Friday Night Fun: Ribbon Cutting & Party at Uptown Plaza ✨ 

Something new is buzzing in the heart of New West—Uptown Plaza is officially opening tonight, and you’re invited to the party!

From 4 to 9 p.m., Belmont Street and Sixth Street will be alive with music, dancing, and community fun. The evening kicks off with a formal ribbon cutting and reception at 6 p.m., followed by live entertainment and activities for all ages.

🎤 Performances include:

• Cat Murphy Band

• Luke Rossmo

• A high-energy DJ set by DJ Goodspin

You’ll also find buskers, interactive activities, and plenty of space to dance the night away. Beverages will be available for purchase, making this the perfect Friday night out.

📍 Uptown Plaza (Belmont St at Sixth St)
🗓 Friday, October 3 | 4–9 p.m.

Bring your friends, bring your energy, and help us celebrate this refreshed arts and culture space right in the center of our city!

👉 Learn more about Uptown Live events

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