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It may be “back to school” time, but there are still lots of geeky events to look forward to this month!
Upcoming WCSFA Events
WCSFA Online Board Game Meetup
September 6
Are you a proud board game nerd stranded far from the Greater Vancouver Area? Trapped in a distant realm with no portal to our in-person meetups? Fear not, fellow dice-slingers and card-wielders—the WCSFA Online Board Game Meetup is here to save your social (and strategic) life!
Join us on Discord the first Saturday of every month at 2:00 PM as we virtually gather around the digital table to roll dice, betray friends, trade sheep, slay monsters, and maybe save the galaxy—depending on the game. Whether you’re a seasoned rules lawyer or a casual card-flopper, there’s a space at the table for you.
WCSFA In-Person Meetup
July 26
Our monthly meetups, held on the 4th Saturday of the month starting at 1:00 pm, are an opportunity for members of our community to meet up outside of the various events we host. This April, we’re headed back to a tried and true location – the Sapperton District Taphouse on E. Columbia in New Westminster, BC – for good beers, great people, making connections and playing board games. Come out and have some fun!
Minors are welcome to join us – the establishment is open to minors until 8 pm.
CONnections
November 15, 2025
CONnections is a 1-day event with panels, workshops, vendors and more at the BCIT Burnaby campus, BC. Dress up, find cool treasures, and explore where the imagination takes you.
CONnections is also an important fundraiser for our organization, a big part of our rebuilding effort towards bringing back VCON, our flagship event and Canada’s oldest and longest-running fan-run convention!
Get Involved with WCSFA
Volunteer Opportunities
We are always looking for dedicated volunteers to help with our programs and events. Whether you have a few hours to spare or want to commit to a regular schedule, we have a place for you.
Become A Member
Want to join the society as a member? Our annual membership fee is only $5. In addition to supporting our ongoing programs, membership has its perks, including $5 off tickets at all WCSFA Events, accessing “member-only” areas of our Discord server, voting in society elections and running to sit on the Executive Board.
Join A Committee
Is there a particular project you’d like to help out with? Creating new conventions? Reviewing and revising our society’s structure? Maybe even putting out this newsletter? Check out what committees are spinning up this year and fill out the form at the link below if you’d like to help out.
Coming Up in September!
Writing, Renaissance, and Gaming!
Comic Maker Meet-Up
September 3
For over fifteen years, Cloudscape has been connecting cartoonists in the city of Vancouver. Come on down and join our in-person meet-up. There will be a short announcement and introduction period followed by free discussion and drawing. This event is open to all, however, we reserve the right to refuse people who are not supporting our mandate of an inclusive space for cartoonists of all levels.
Friends of the Vancouver Library
Fall Used Book Sale
September 4–7
Calling all book lovers! Whether you’re an avid reader, a collector, or someone who just loves a good deal, the Vancouver Public Library is hosting a huge book sale.
An estimated 50,000 books are up for grabs at this event. This includes some real page-turners for a fraction of their original price. Excitingly, books start at just $2! Your reading list is about to get a whole lot bigger after this sale.
You’ll find gently used books, CDs, and DVDs at great prices. There will be a minimum of $10 spend for credit or debit. Please remember used book sales are BYOB (bring your own bag).
Next Gen Card Show
September 7
The Next Gen Card Show will showcase a handful of vendors who are buying/selling/trading everything from Pokémon, to Sports Cards and everything in between.
The Next Gen Card Show is located in beautiful Coquitlam, BC.
Nerd Nite
September 10
Get ready for another round of fun, quirky, and brain-tingling talks at the 58th Nerd Nite Vancouver. This month we’re diving into the fuzzy (but ferocious) world of sea otters, exploring the rich traditions and meanings behind Coast Salish art, and unraveling the mysteries of not one, not two, but three Dracula translations. Grab a drink, settle in with your fellow nerds, and prepare for a night where science, culture, and pop history collide in the most entertaining way possible!
RF Kuang Author Event
September 13
Bestselling literary superstar R. F. Kuang joins us for one night only on the Vancouver stop of her Katabasis tour!
Hot off the trail of her 2023 novel, Yellowface—an instant New York Times bestseller which has now been optioned by Lionsgate TV—Katabasis is a dark academia fantasy in which two graduate students must put aside their rivalry and journey to Hell to save their professor’s soul—perhaps at the cost of their own.
The author of Babel and The Poppy War trilogy joins us for an enchanting evening of conversation with Michelle Cyca, and audience Q+A, at the Granville Island Stage (1585 Johnston St) on September 13.
Spark Animation
September 18–21
SPARK ANIMATION is Western Canada’s largest celebration of animation, offering a dynamic mix of screenings, insightful Q&As, talks, and masterclasses led by industry experts. The festival also features community events and an Artist Alley, creating a space for creative professionals and fans to connect, learn, and be inspired by the best in global animation.
Ultimate Toy Fair
Septmber 20–21
It’s time for the Ultimate Toy Fair! ! Loads of vendors with items for sale including action figures, vintage toys, models, trains, comics, Barbie, dolls, bears, LEGO, video games, Star Wars, GI Joe, Transformers, diecast cars, Hot Wheels, vinyl records and more! You never know what you might find! Perfect for families and collectors.
Mini Renaissance Festival
September 20
Let not thy garb be plain!
All guests and vendors are bid to don attire befitting the age: be thee a noble, rogue, peasant, or fae, dress for the days of yore.
Our Renaissance Festival is an open-theme celebration of history and imagination! Whether you love classic Renaissance, pirates, fantasy, or medieval adventure, all are welcome to join the fun.
This is a family-friendly event, so keep costumes and conduct suitable for all ages. Bring a pouch of pocket treasures and join in the merriment of trinket trading!
Antique Estate and Collectible Show
September 21
With over 60 tables full of treasures. Dealers, Collectors and Vendors from all over the lower mainland. If you’re looking for art, jewelry, silver and more. The Antique and Collectibles Show is not an event to be missed.
Only $5 at the door
$15 early bird lets you in at 7:30am
Rockand Karaoke
September 26
Come unleash your inner Rock Star! Bonus Stage presents Rockband Karaoke at The Rec Room Burnaby, a night of Rockband 4 freeplay on a real stage. Form a band with your friends, or make some new ones and rock the crowd, both in game and in person, with a selection of over 1500 songs from multiple decades and genres!
Creation Vancouver 2025
September 26–28
Vancouver, we’re coming back! It’s been a while since we’ve been to the gorgeous British Columbia city, and we’re excited to bring all the Supernatural vibes with SUPER-tastic guests. Join us!
Vancouver Game Garden
September 27–28
New this year to the Roundhouse, the 2nd annual Vancouver Game Garden is back for a free, all-ages, 2-day showcase of independent games and art. Come and try out exciting new (or even unreleased) projects from local independent developers, peruse this year’s low poly and pixel-themed Artist Alley, listen to talks from game dev experts, and mingle with fellow gaming enthusiasts!
Japan Market Fall Festival
September 28
The Japan Market Fall Market is Back! Shop from over 60 vendors offering food, crafts, and merchandise influenced by Japanese culture. Enjoy performances and learn about Japanese culture by joining one of our insightful, fun workshops.
Early bird discounted tickets are on sale now.
First 50 visitors will receive $10 Japan Market money vouchers.
Rodents of the Realm:
A Fantasy Meet Up
September 28
A renaissance-themed meet up with costumes, garden games, and light bites, hosted at Vancouver’s very own Trout Lake. The fun includes garden games, snacks & drinks, costume contest, fight reenactments, raffle & prizes, and a stamp rally. Costumes are not mandatory but are highly encouraged!!
Vancouver Writers Fest TICKETS
September 9, 11, 16
While the Vancouver Writers Fest isn’t until October, tickets will be going on sale soon! Here are the dates to look out for:
- VWF Members: September 9
- Schools: September 11
- General public: September 16
Members Area
Monthly Draw
Join our draw for members where you can win various prizes For those who enter our September draw, they can win a free ticket to CONnections, our new convention in November!
Enter by clicking the button below.
Well, that’s all for today! We hope you enjoyed learning about all the geeky/nerdy events coming up over the next month.
Until next time!
– WCSFA Social Media Team
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