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Forerunners
A local running group offering regular group runs in Vancouver and North Vancouver areas.
Running Room
A national running chain in Vancouver providing group runs and running advice at multiple locations including downtown, Kitsilano, and Burnaby.
Vanvouver Running Company
A running organization based near Kitsilano Beach offering group runs and special training sessions.
Elektra
Elektra is a renowned adult treble-voice choir based in Vancouver, singing on the traditional territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh nations.
Vancouver Youth Choir
A youth choir based in Vancouver that competes in international choral festivals, having recently won the Fleischmann International Trophy at the Cork International Choral Festival in Ireland.
YVR Pop Choir
A high-energy adult pop choir in Vancouver focusing on pop, indie, and rock music with anthemic hits and power-pop choruses.
Harbour Dance
Harbour Dance is a dance community in downtown Vancouver offering over 100 classes weekly in more than 20 styles for ages 16 and up, from beginner to professional levels.
Vancouver (WA) Chess Club
A chess club meeting at Cascade Park Community Library in Vancouver, WA, offering 45-minute games and lessons for players of all levels, including coaching opportunities for experts.
Vancouver Beer Chess
A Vancouver-based group that meets regularly to play chess while enjoying beer or other beverages, fostering social connections among chess enthusiasts.
VanRetroGaming
VanRetroGaming is a Vancouver-based gaming community that connects attendees of the Vancouver Retro Gaming Expo (VRGE) through a Discord server. It welcomes gamers of all ages to share experiences, ask questions, and stay updated on expo news. The community is distinguished by its focus on retro gaming and its ties to the annual VRGE event.
Share
Share is a non-profit organization in Clark County (Vancouver area) that relies on volunteers to provide food assistance, housing advocacy, and community support services to over 10,000 people annually.
Se Habla - Vancouver
An online language exchange community connecting English and Spanish speakers in Vancouver and globally through regular conversation sessions.
Kadampa Meditation Centre Vancouver
Kadampa Meditation Centre Vancouver offers weekly meditation classes and teachings open to everyone, regardless of experience level. As a Canadian registered charity, it aims to create peace and harmony through Buddhist meditation instruction. Classes include guided meditation, teachings from qualified teachers, and opportunities for questions.
Vancouver Shambhala Centre
A volunteer-run Buddhist meditation centre in Vancouver offering public group meditation sessions, mindfulness instruction for all levels, and a lending library.
Vancouver Folk Song Society
The Vancouver Folk Song Society draws on rich musical traditions to build joy and meaning in the community through regular gatherings like the Wednesday Night Folk open stage, song circles, workshops, community events, and an annual retreat. It welcomes singers, players, and listeners of all ages and skill levels.
Crank It Trivia
A trivia night organization mentioned as running shows in the suburbs, though specific details are limited.
Fandom Trivia
A trivia night group hosting events at The Rec Room Granville and The Admiral Pub in Burnaby.
IQ2000
A popular trivia night group operating multiple nights per week at various locations in Vancouver and nearby cities.
Nice Guys Trivia
A trivia night organization running regular shows at multiple venues including The Lamplighter and The Three Brits.
Question Authority
A trivia night organization running regular events at numerous pubs throughout the Greater Vancouver area.
Vancouver Trivia Party
A recurring trivia night organization hosting events at multiple venues across Vancouver and surrounding suburbs.
Vancouverpubquiz
A community directory and coordination hub for trivia nights in Vancouver, providing a central contact for organizers and participants.
By Hand – A Free Social Drop-In
A free weekly social drop-in for knitting, crocheting, embroidery, beading, quilting, etc., held at Douglas Park Community Centre on Wednesday evenings and Kitsilano Community Centre on Thursdays. Open to all skill levels, non‑instructional, bring your own project.
Café au Clay
A pottery studio in Kitsilano offering workshops, courses, and artist memberships for crafting with clay, featuring a café space to browse and purchase local artwork.
Drop-In Craft & Paint Meetups
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The Painted Loft
A fibre art studio in East Vancouver's Parker Street Studios where artist Tana Lynn and her team teach classes for beginners, including needle felting and blanket making.
Faith Fellowship Baptist
Faith Fellowship Baptist is a Christian church located in the Killarney neighbourhood of Vancouver, offering regular worship services and community activities. It serves residents of Killarney and surrounding areas, providing a place for fellowship, spiritual growth, and outreach.
Parent and Infant Group
A weekly supportive group for parents with infants to discuss parenting skills and enable children to grow in a safe and loving environment.
Play2Grow
Educator-led baby and parent play and learn classes inspired by RIE and Montessori principles, running from September to June at This World's Ours Centre.
Astronomy & Stargazing
4 astronomy groups featuring star parties, free observatory nights at Vanier Park, and dark-sky camping trips.
Bad Climbers Club
A supportive climbing community for those who don't take it too seriously, offering discounted rates.
Birdwatching
7 birding groups offering guided walks, expert-led field trips, youth programs, and a free festival in May.
Board Games
4 game night groups plus board game cafes with 600+ game libraries, drop in with no experience needed.
Book Clubs
9 book clubs offering silent reading sessions, spirited debates, genre-specific picks, and read-whatever-you-want meetups.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington
A community organization providing programs and services to children and youth in Southwest Washington, focusing on development and support.
Chess
6 places to play chess in Vancouver including cozy cafe drop-ins, park games, and rated tournaments.
Children's Home Society of Washington
An organization dedicated to supporting children and families in need through various programs and services.
Climbing
5 climbing communities and gyms featuring bouldering meetups, partner-finding groups, and mountaineering.
Creative & Art
16 art groups and collectives including sketch meetups, drink-and-draws, and community studios.
Dance
11 places to dance including free salsa at Robson Square, bachata socials, and West Coast Swing nights.
Film & Cinema
4 film clubs and indie cinemas offering social movie nights, art house screenings, and festival events.
Foraging & Nature
2 nature communities plus guided foraging tours and mushroom walks to learn what's edible in BC.
Girls on the Run Greater Oregon
A program offering running and leadership development for girls in the Greater Oregon area.
Great Life Mentoring
A mentoring organization providing support and guidance to individuals in the community.
Hiking & Outdoors
18 hiking groups for every pace, from gentle nature walks to serious mountaineering.
Improv & Comedy
10 improv classes, comedy shows, and open mics including the birthplace of TheatreSports, beginners welcome.
Infer Vancouver
An AI engineering meetup and speaker series focused around developers working in the field.
Maker Spaces
3 maker communities plus shared workshops including 3D printing, laser cutting, woodworking, and a tool lending library.
Men's Groups
6 men's groups including talking circles, dad meetups, wellness groups, and brotherhood communities, open and welcoming.
Mindfulness & Meditation
11 sitting groups across Buddhist, secular, and wellness traditions, most welcoming beginners and meeting weekly.
Music & Open Mic
3 music communities plus weekly open mics and jam nights across Vancouver's cafes, pubs, and halls.
Northwest Children's Outreach
An organization providing outreach and support services to children and families in the Northwest region.
Philosophy & Discussion
9 discussion groups including philosophy circles, Socratic cafes, and deep-conversation meetups.
Photography
7 photography groups featuring street photography collectives, city photowalks, and night/film shooting crews.
Pickleball
3 pickleball clubs offering drop-in games, clinics, and leagues, with membership starting at $10/year.
Poetry & Spoken Word
7 poetry and spoken word communities featuring slams, tender open mics, and festival events.
Pottery & Ceramics
12 pottery studios and ceramics classes offering drop-in sessions, date nights, and beginner-friendly wheels.
Sauna & Cold Plunge
3 community groups plus Nordic spas, wood-fired saunas, and free ocean dips at Kits Beach.
Tarot & Astrology
5 tarot and astrology groups including practice meetups, moon circles, and spiritual exploration communities.
Tech & Startup
40 tech and startup groups including founder circles, dev meetups, AI nights, and cybersecurity events.
The Children's Center
An organization providing various programs and services to children and families in the community.
Vancouver Curiosity Club
A community for curious adults who want to do real things together and talk about various topics.
Vinyl & Listening Bars
8 listening bars, record shops, and album-listening parties representing Vancouver's vinyl and hi-fi scene.
Volunteer
10 volunteer groups and opportunities including park restoration, food banks, animal shelters, and community stewardship.
Writing
8 writing groups including quiet library sessions, genre circles, critique groups, and heritage-house workshops.
Yoga & Wellness
Free outdoor yoga, meditation communities, inclusive studios, and community wellness classes.
Zine & Risograph
8 zine fairs, riso studios, and DIY publishing workshops representing Vancouver's small-press community.
411 Seniors Centre Society
A hub for older adults in the Lower Mainland of Vancouver that provides consultation, free tax filing assistance, and affordable computer courses to help seniors connect, learn, and navigate government services.
Kerrisdale Seniors Centre
A community centre serving seniors 55 years and older in Vancouver, offering recreational programs, wellness services, and a subsidized lunch program.
Startup Grind Vancouver
Startup Grind Vancouver is a local chapter of the global startup community that offers networking events, mentorship, office hours, and resources for entrepreneurs to build, grow, and scale their companies.
Burnaby/Coquitlam Women - Friendship & Fun for Fab 50+ Women
Friendship and social activities for women aged 50+ in Burnaby and Coquitlam.
Busy Gourmet
Busy Gourmet is a monthly dining group in Vancouver that shares cooperative dinners based on themes chosen by rotating hostesses.
Community and Connection for Women Entrepreneurs
Weekly Co&Create meetup for women entrepreneurs in Vancouver.
Community Outreach
Community Outreach group in Vancouver connecting members with local non-profits through volunteer activities.
Keep Fit
Keep Fit is a fitness group in Vancouver offering structured exercise classes twice weekly.
No kidding childfree ladies
Social group for childfree women in Vancouver, BC, hosting casual meetups.
The Décor-ators
The Décor-ators are creative women at Hycroft in Vancouver who decorate for club events.
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