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The Happenings: Three things to do in Vancouver on Friday, Jan. 19

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Looking for something to do in Metro Vancouver? Here are three suggestions for Friday, Jan. 19.


Dine Out Vancouver

There may not be a better local event for foodies than Dine Out Vancouver, a 17-day celebration of the city’s culinary scene, with special menus at more than 250 participating restaurants, not to mention tastings, workshops and classes. The whole thing gets started Friday, and while the opening grand tasting event is already sold out, there are a few other options for your Friday night. You can check them all out here, but if you need a recommendation, I’d point to either the East Vancouver Craft Beer and Food Tour or the Japanese Cuisine and Sushi Tour, both of which kick off at Waterfront Station in the afternoon. Those attending the Japanese cuisine tour meet at 3 p.m., and the craft beer tour meets at 4 p.m. From there, you’ll be guided through Vancouver’s participating eateries and drinkeries for a very memorable night on the town. 

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Where: Waterfront Station, 601 W Cordova St., Vancouver
When: 3 p.m. (Japanese cuisine), 4 p.m. (craft beer)
Cost: $73.25 (Japanese cuisine), $99.50 (craft beer)


It’s Just Drag!

There are lots of great drag shows around Vancouver, but I’m definitely partial to ones featuring former cast members from RuPaul’s Drag Race. (It’s only good reality show on television, and arguably the best show on television, period.) It’s Just Drag stars Shea Coulee & Chi Chi Devayne, who are both just awesome, but it also features performances from 20 local drag performers, so in addition to seeing two of the best drag performers in the world, you’ll get a good sense of the local scene at It’s Just Drag. Definitely a little pricier than most Vancouver drag shows but worth it, in my opinion. 

Still, if the cost gives you pause, check out the much more affordable Dirty Betty Show on Commercial Drive.

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Where: Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St.
When: 8 p.m.
Cost: $31


The Bachelor: An Improvised Miniseries

Speaking of reality shows, if you want to laugh, check out The Bachelor at Little Mountain Gallery. The improvised show, based on the popular reality show but obviously far more real since nothing is scripted, follows lowly sales executive Dean Dawson on his journey to to find love. But this event’s greatest draw is the price. The above event will really break the bank. At $7 (and $5 if you buy online in advance), this is a very affordable date night right here.

Where: Little Mountain Gallery, 195 E. 26th Ave., Vancouver
When: 8 p.m.
Cost: $7

See more events around Vancouver on our weekly calendar.

hmooney@postmedia.com


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