IQ 2000 Trivia
Apr
21

IQ 2000 Trivia

IQ 2000 presents Trivia every Tuesday at The American!

7PM || Free to play

Bring your friends and test your knowledge at Vancouver's premiere trivia night. Prizes awarded to the top teams!

Teams of 6 or less can compete - larger tables can split up into smaller groups. Make your reservation today!

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American Idol Karaoke
Apr
23

American Idol Karaoke

Do you like to have a good time? Well, so do we! And do you know where you can find a good time? Every Thursday night at The American Idol Karaoke! 

Take to the stage, wow the crowd with your singing chops and keep them begging for more with your knockout star power  - just don’t forget to lay it all on the line because every week we’ll be giving out the coveted GOLDEN TICKET to the evening’s top performer(s). The ever-elusive Golden Ticket automatically gives winners a spot at The American Idol Finals where they’ll compete against other ticket holders in front of a panel of celebrity (ahem, industry) judges for the chance to win the top prize of $200 CASH!

THE AMERICAN IDOL KARAOKEEvery Thursday - 9PM til late

Hosted by Breezus (and sometimes Neil!)

Reserve your table here

The American Idol Finals coming June 2026 - stay tuned for more details…

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Soul Steppin Fridays
Apr
24

Soul Steppin Fridays

Get in line - it’s time to dance! Every month we’ll be turning the dance floor into a full on groove palace with a night rooted in Soul, Funk, and R&B classics. 

We’ll kick things off with an all-levels line dancing session led by our host with the most Justine Redila. Whether you’ve got two left feet or you’re already cookin’, she’ll get you stepping, sliding, and spinning in no time. No partner needed, no experience required - just bring your boogie shoes!

Then once you’ve got the moves down, we’ll keep the funky train rolling with DJ Rhonda Hunte spinning wall-to-wall hits guaranteed to keep you moving and grooving all night.

Come solo or come with friends - just come to have a good time!

Soul Steppin’ Fridays
Fri. April 24
8PM | Dance Lessons 9:30PM | Dance Party til Late
$15 Advance | $20 Doors - BUY TICKETS HERE!

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The Mixtape
Apr
25

The Mixtape

THE MIXTAPE
A love letter to hip hop through the ages feat. DJ Jenny Lea
Sat. Apr. 25 - 10PM til late
NO COVER
19+

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IQ 2000 Trivia
Apr
28

IQ 2000 Trivia

IQ 2000 presents Trivia every Tuesday at The American!

7PM || Free to play

Bring your friends and test your knowledge at Vancouver's premiere trivia night. Prizes awarded to the top teams!

Teams of 6 or less can compete - larger tables can split up into smaller groups. Make your reservation today!

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BALLS OUT BINGO
Apr
29

BALLS OUT BINGO

Come join us for the rebirth of The American’s music bingo night… BALLS OUT BINGO!

We’re cranking the volume to 11 for a no holds barred, wild and ridiculously fun night of bingo that is most certainly not your grandma’s bingo night but hey, she’s invited too. 

  • Something this majestic only happens once a month!
    Upcoming Dates:
    - Wed. April 29
    - Wed. May 27

  • 2 rounds of Music Bingo featuring a variety of eras and genres!

  • Unhinged mini games and challenges!

  • Awesome prizes including a minimum $200 cash prize for the top winner!

  • Hosted by the purveyors of good times: Pyper & Neil! 

TICKETS: $10 Advance // $12 Doors
Tickets include:

  • 2 x Music Bingo Cards (1 per round)

  • 1 x Welcome Drink (non-alc options available)

  • One heck of a night!

A portion of all ticket sales are donated to our pals Backpack Buddies - a local charity ensuring BC’s most vulnerable children have access to good quality food. 

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
8-10PM | 19+

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American Idol Karaoke
Apr
30

American Idol Karaoke

Do you like to have a good time? Well, so do we! And do you know where you can find a good time? Every Thursday night at The American Idol Karaoke! 

Take to the stage, wow the crowd with your singing chops and keep them begging for more with your knockout star power  - just don’t forget to lay it all on the line because every week we’ll be giving out the coveted GOLDEN TICKET to the evening’s top performer(s). The ever-elusive Golden Ticket automatically gives winners a spot at The American Idol Finals where they’ll compete against other ticket holders in front of a panel of celebrity (ahem, industry) judges for the chance to win the top prize of $200 CASH!

THE AMERICAN IDOL KARAOKE
Every Thursday - 9PM til late

Hosted by Breezus (and sometimes Neil!)

Reserve your table here

The American Idol Finals coming June 2026 - stay tuned for more details…

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IQ 2000 Trivia
May
5

IQ 2000 Trivia

IQ 2000 presents Trivia every Tuesday at The American!

7PM || Free to play

Bring your friends and test your knowledge at Vancouver's premiere trivia night. Prizes awarded to the top teams!

Teams of 6 or less can compete - larger tables can split up into smaller groups. Make your reservation today!

View Event →
American Idol Karaoke
May
7

American Idol Karaoke

Do you like to have a good time? Well, so do we! And do you know where you can find a good time? Every Thursday night at The American Idol Karaoke! 

Take to the stage, wow the crowd with your singing chops and keep them begging for more with your knockout star power  - just don’t forget to lay it all on the line because every week we’ll be giving out the coveted GOLDEN TICKET to the evening’s top performer(s). The ever-elusive Golden Ticket automatically gives winners a spot at The American Idol Finals where they’ll compete against other ticket holders in front of a panel of celebrity (ahem, industry) judges for the chance to win the top prize of $200 CASH!

THE AMERICAN IDOL KARAOKE
Every Thursday - 9PM til late

Hosted by Breezus (and sometimes Neil!)

Reserve your table here

The American Idol Finals coming June 2026 - stay tuned for more details…

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IQ 2000 Trivia
May
12

IQ 2000 Trivia

IQ 2000 presents Trivia every Tuesday at The American!

7PM || Free to play

Bring your friends and test your knowledge at Vancouver's premiere trivia night. Prizes awarded to the top teams!

Teams of 6 or less can compete - larger tables can split up into smaller groups. Make your reservation today!

View Event →
American Idol Karaoke
May
14

American Idol Karaoke

Do you like to have a good time? Well, so do we! And do you know where you can find a good time? Every Thursday night at The American Idol Karaoke! 

Take to the stage, wow the crowd with your singing chops and keep them begging for more with your knockout star power  - just don’t forget to lay it all on the line because every week we’ll be giving out the coveted GOLDEN TICKET to the evening’s top performer(s). The ever-elusive Golden Ticket automatically gives winners a spot at The American Idol Finals where they’ll compete against other ticket holders in front of a panel of celebrity (ahem, industry) judges for the chance to win the top prize of $200 CASH!

THE AMERICAN IDOL KARAOKE
Every Thursday - 9PM til late

Hosted by Breezus (and sometimes Neil!)

Reserve your table here

The American Idol Finals coming June 2026 - stay tuned for more details…

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Friday with Flipout: Let Him Cook!
May
15

Friday with Flipout: Let Him Cook!

Swing through on the third Friday of the month to groove to the finest hip-hop, rock, pop, and whatever else sounds dope and is pressed on a 45. 

This one’s all about crowd pleasers, earworms, and good vibes.
NO COVER. GOOD VIBES ONLY. 🤝🌟🍺

Friday with Flipout
10PM - Late

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IQ 2000 Trivia
May
19

IQ 2000 Trivia

IQ 2000 presents Trivia every Tuesday at The American!

7PM || Free to play

Bring your friends and test your knowledge at Vancouver's premiere trivia night. Prizes awarded to the top teams!

Teams of 6 or less can compete - larger tables can split up into smaller groups. Make your reservation today!

View Event →
American Idol
May
21

American Idol

Do you like to have a good time? Well, so do we! And do you know where you can find a good time? Every Thursday night at The American Idol Karaoke! 

Take to the stage, wow the crowd with your singing chops and keep them begging for more with your knockout star power  - just don’t forget to lay it all on the line because every week we’ll be giving out the coveted GOLDEN TICKET to the evening’s top performer(s). The ever-elusive Golden Ticket automatically gives winners a spot at The American Idol Finals where they’ll compete against other ticket holders in front of a panel of celebrity (ahem, industry) judges for the chance to win the top prize of $200 CASH!

THE AMERICAN IDOL KARAOKE
Every Thursday - 9PM til late

Hosted by Breezus (and sometimes Neil!)

Reserve your table here

The American Idol Finals coming June 2026 - stay tuned for more details…

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IQ 2000 Trivia
May
26

IQ 2000 Trivia

IQ 2000 presents Trivia every Tuesday at The American!

7PM || Free to play

Bring your friends and test your knowledge at Vancouver's premiere trivia night. Prizes awarded to the top teams!

Teams of 6 or less can compete - larger tables can split up into smaller groups. Make your reservation today!

View Event →
American Idol
May
28

American Idol

Do you like to have a good time? Well, so do we! And do you know where you can find a good time? Every Thursday night at The American Idol Karaoke! 

Take to the stage, wow the crowd with your singing chops and keep them begging for more with your knockout star power  - just don’t forget to lay it all on the line because every week we’ll be giving out the coveted GOLDEN TICKET to the evening’s top performer(s). The ever-elusive Golden Ticket automatically gives winners a spot at The American Idol Finals where they’ll compete against other ticket holders in front of a panel of celebrity (ahem, industry) judges for the chance to win the top prize of $200 CASH!

THE AMERICAN IDOL KARAOKE
Every Thursday - 9PM til late

Hosted by Breezus (and sometimes Neil!)

Reserve your table here

The American Idol Finals coming June 2026 - stay tuned for more details…

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Infidels Jazz presents Very Big Bands feat. Chris Berner Big Band
May
31

Infidels Jazz presents Very Big Bands feat. Chris Berner Big Band

18 of Vancouver's hottest Jazz musicians gather to play original music!

Chris Berner is one of the most exciting composers on the Vancouver Jazz Scene, with his original music having been performed by artists like Bria Skonberg & the Hard Rubber Orchestra.

He'll be leading his own 18 person Jazz band at the American on May 31, performing his own original music written for Jazz orchestra.

This performance is part of Very Big Bands at the American, a new monthly series presented by Infidels Jazz.

Chris Berner Big Band

The American 926 Main Street

May 31, 2026
Doors 5PM | Music 6PM

Get tickets here!
$20 in advance, $25 at the door.

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&friends
Apr
18

&friends

We’re pleased to present a new chance to dance with some of the best and brightest DJs Ireland has to offer right here in Vancouver. The party is called &friends and our friend Reen has curated a line-up of absolute legends. It’s free of charge, there are plenty of drink specials, and the vibes will be high. See you soon!

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Friday with Flipout: Let Him Cook!
Apr
17

Friday with Flipout: Let Him Cook!

Swing through on the third Friday of the month to groove to the finest hip-hop, rock, pop, and whatever else sounds dope and is pressed on a 45. 

This one’s all about crowd pleasers, earworms, and good vibes.
NO COVER. GOOD VIBES ONLY. 🤝🌟🍺

Friday with Flipout
10PM til Late | No cover

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American Idol Karaoke
Apr
16

American Idol Karaoke

Do you like to have a good time? Well, so do we! And do you know where you can find a good time? Every Thursday night at The American Idol Karaoke! 

Take to the stage, wow the crowd with your singing chops and keep them begging for more with your knockout star power  - just don’t forget to lay it all on the line because every week we’ll be giving out the coveted GOLDEN TICKET to the evening’s top performer(s). The ever-elusive Golden Ticket automatically gives winners a spot at The American Idol Finals where they’ll compete against other ticket holders in front of a panel of celebrity (ahem, industry) judges for the chance to win the top prize of $200 CASH!

THE AMERICAN IDOL KARAOKE
Every Thursday - 9PM til late

Hosted by Breezus (and sometimes Neil!)

Reserve your table here

The American Idol Finals coming June 2026 - stay tuned for more details…

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IQ 2000 Trivia
Apr
14

IQ 2000 Trivia

IQ 2000 presents Trivia every Tuesday at The American!

7PM || Free to play

Bring your friends and test your knowledge at Vancouver's premiere trivia night. Prizes awarded to the top teams!

Teams of 6 or less can compete - larger tables can split up into smaller groups. Make your reservation today!

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Very Big Bands! John Korsrud’s Casual Sports Outfit
Apr
12

Very Big Bands! John Korsrud’s Casual Sports Outfit

12 person Big Band led by Hard Rubber's John Korsrud

John Korsrud has been a cornerstron of the Vancouver creative music scene for over 30 years.

On April 12, he'll be debuting a brand new big band: Casual Sports Outfit. This group has been created to perform John's original music, and will feature some of the city's most exciting musicians.

This performance is part of Very Big Band, a new monthly series at the American presented by Infidels Jazz.

Sunday April 12th
Doors 5PM | Music 6PM

Get your tickets here!

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RETRO ROMANCE
Apr
10

RETRO ROMANCE

Join us for a curated journey through 70s, 80s & 90s of Disco, Ballads, Funk & RnB with DATGUYRY.

Friday, April 10th
10PM til late! | No cover

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American Idol Karaoke
Apr
9

American Idol Karaoke

Do you like to have a good time? Well, so do we! And do you know where you can find a good time? Every Thursday night at The American Idol Karaoke! 

Take to the stage, wow the crowd with your singing chops and keep them begging for more with your knockout star power  - just don’t forget to lay it all on the line because every week we’ll be giving out the coveted GOLDEN TICKET to the evening’s top performer(s). The ever-elusive Golden Ticket automatically gives winners a spot at The American Idol Finals where they’ll compete against other ticket holders in front of a panel of celebrity (ahem, industry) judges for the chance to win the top prize of $200 CASH!

THE AMERICAN IDOL KARAOKE
Every Thursday - 9PM til late

Hosted by Breezus (and sometimes Neil!)

Reserve your table here

The American Idol Finals coming June 2026 - stay tuned for more details…

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IQ 2000 Trivia
Apr
7

IQ 2000 Trivia

IQ 2000 presents Trivia every Tuesday at The American!

7PM || Free to play

Bring your friends and test your knowledge at Vancouver's premiere trivia night. Prizes awarded to the top teams!

Teams of 6 or less can compete - larger tables can split up into smaller groups. Make your reservation today!

View Event →
PUB JAMS
Apr
4

PUB JAMS

All your favourites and all the classics. It’s Pub Jams!
A monthly DJ night brought to you by the cities finest Dj’s.

As always, it’s free!

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Afternoon Delight Drag Brunch!
Apr
4

Afternoon Delight Drag Brunch!

BRUNCH IS BACK ❤️‍🔥

@the.alma.be and @dislexiaaa_ are proud to present

AFTERNOON DELIGHT: LEZ BRUNCH

A Drag Brunch for the sapphics starring two of Vancouver’s hottest and most talented Drag Kings @exclusivelygenesis and @yuen_young 💋😘🔥

Early bird tickets on sale now! Get em before they’re gone!!
Hosted by Dislexia Music by Alma Be
Saturday April 4th
Doors noon Show 1-3pm
19+

Tickets Here!

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ENDLESS NRG
Apr
3

ENDLESS NRG

For the 2nd edition of Endless NRG, Galen invites a rising star in the Vancouver electronic music landscape, EtOH. 

EtOH, a bsideradio resident, is one of Vancouver’s hardest working DJs, playing and throwing events almost every weekend. EtOH is flexible to what the dancefloor demands, nimble across many of the faster and tougher genres; a great fit for Endless NRG and this month’s “theme.”

This Friday, the two of them will look back at the energetic dance music of the 90s and y2k era (think Electric Circus and MUCH Dance 2000) but, as always, the NRG DJs will look to mix in undeniable dance classics, anthems and hits.

The music starts at 10pm and as always, this one is FREE. 

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LAW & ORRDER
Apr
2

LAW & ORRDER

LAW & ORRDER
Dun dun.

Join us for Law and Orrder a fundraiser supporting @seanorrofficial’s legal fund and vital DTES community organizations doing frontline work every day.

⚖️ Expect:
- Surprises, performances, and maybe a few objections (sustained)
- DJ sets that will cross-examine your dance moves
- Drinks flowing smoother than a closing argument

A room full of people who believe in justice—both in and outside the courtroom
👩‍⚖️ Dress code: courtroom chic, detective realness, or your best “defendant with nothing to lose” look

This is more than a party it’s about showing up, backing community, and proving that solidarity always makes the strongest case.

🎟️ All proceeds go to Sean Orr’s legal fund and DTES organizations.
Get your tickets HERE

Court is in session!

@christabelle.club

@h.bokhari_
@copyright_lind
a_fox

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BALLS OUT BINGO
Mar
25

BALLS OUT BINGO

Come join us for the rebirth of The American’s music bingo night… BALLS OUT BINGO!

We’re cranking the volume to 11 for a no holds barred, wild and ridiculously fun night of bingo that is most certainly not your grandma’s bingo night but hey, she’s invited too.

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BBB - Beats, Burgers & Beers
Mar
21

BBB - Beats, Burgers & Beers

Beats. Burgers. Beers. Simple.

Join us at The American for an afternoon session where good music, proper burgers, and cold beers come together under one roof. Savoury Sounds Selectahs set the tone with feel-good sounds while you eat, drink, and move at your own pace.

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Oscars Watch Party
Mar
15

Oscars Watch Party

Join us for the 98th Academy Awards Watch Party!

We’ll be showing the Oscars on our big screens with sound and we’ll be handing out Bingo Cards so make sure you’re paying attention and you could be walking home with a little award of your own!

Sunday, March 15
4PM -
Book your table now!

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Open Ferment feat. Slim Media Player
Mar
14

Open Ferment feat. Slim Media Player

Good news! Open Ferment returns to The American on March 14th with Slim Media Player for a night of house, disco, Balearic and more.

We'll have a beautiful list of low-intervention wines from around the globe available by the glass (and by the bottle). As always, the door will be gratis at this one, and if you're not feeling the wine, we'll have $12 Boiler Makers available. Save the date, and we'll see you soon!

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