Dance, Fright Nights, Diwali Downtown, & Taste of Yaletown - Weekend Picks

If you even think you maybe might like Dance in Vancouver, see at least one performance this weekend. These artists are amazing--you will love it!--and the Scotiabank Dance Centre, like the rest of the B.C. arts community, needs your support.

• Dance in Vancouver
  This bienniel dance festival showcases B.C.'s contemporary dance scene. Eleven companies perform excerpts of new works and recent hits in five programs. Runs through Sunday, October 18.

• Fright Nights at the PNE
  One of Vancouver biggest Halloween attractions, the PNE celebrates the season with themed rides, creepy attractions, haunted houses and more. Runs through Saturday, October 31.

• Taste of Yaletown
  This Yaletown-only version of Dine Out Vancouver lets diners try set menus of $25, $35, or $45 at some of the city's best restaurants (which happen to be in Yaletown). Restaurants include Cactus Club, Glowbal Grill & Satay Bar, and Section (3); see the site for a full list. Runs through Saturday, October 31.

• Diwali Downtown
  Vancouver's Diwali celebrations reach their climax at this big, blow out event at Yaletown's Roundhouse Theatre. Event features music, dance, crafts, workshops, and lots of food. Happens Sunday, October 18.