Mood Swing (October 16, 2025)
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A SNEAK PEEK OF A piece from Tillie Midnight’s dollhouse delusions, on display at Fingerprint Gallery oct. 17-26. photo courtesy of fingerprint gallery.
Does anyone still need to figure out their Halloween costume? I usually have mine decided before a single leaf has fallen, but this year I was feeling uninspired. Luckily, after a quick browse of old faithful Pinterest, I found my muse. A simple dress and some crafting materials from around my apartment are all I need to bring the vision to life.
With a paintbrush in hand and the spirit of Jack Skellington himself in my heart, I’m set to spend my weekend putting together the DIY costume of my dreams. If you’re still looking for that Halloween inspiration to strike, I've got a full week of mostly free events to get those creative juices flowing. Check out an art show, shop someone else’s closet or discover your new favourite local DJ, and don’t forget to subscribe to the Mood Swing newsletter to get the list straight to your inbox every Thursday!
DOLLHOUSE DELUSIONS ☆ Step into the whimsical dreamscape of artist Tillie Midnight’s Dollhouse Delusions, the latest solo exhibition at Fingerprint Gallery. Through a colouful array of mixed media works, Midnight invites you into an immersive world and surreal world blending the conscious and unconscious. Check out the opening party this Friday at 6 p.m. or swing by the gallery while the show is on display until Oct. 26.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17, 6PM - 9PM ☆ FINGERPRINT GALLERY, 663 MARKET HILL ☆ FREE!
THEATRE OF THE DAMNED ☆ Calling all horror lovers! Check out Theatre of the Damned, a culty and campy interactive theatre production at The Beaumont Studios, running until Oct. 30. Explore a series of 12 vignettes reimaging your favourite horror classics, including Nosferatu, Little Shop of Horrors, The Ring and more!
OCTOBER 16 - 30 ☆ THE BEAUTMONT STUDIOS, 316 W 5TH AVE ☆ TICKETS ($35 - $45)
HER PRELOVED MARKET ☆ Second-hand clothing pop-up Her Preloved Market is coming to Chill X Studio for its last market of the year! Shop more than 15 racks of pre-loved items from personal sellers and help give their unworn clothes new life. Don’t forget to bring cash, some friends and a bag for all your sweet finds.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19, 11AM - 3PM ☆ CHILL X STUDIO, 2270 MANITOBA ST ☆ FREE!
OPEN DECKS ON DAVIE ☆ Davie Street staple The Junction recently launched a new weekly industry and open decks DJ night every Monday. Enjoy happy hour drink specials and dance the night away to beats from Vancouver’s best up-and-coming queer DJ talent, with no cover all night long!
MONDAY, OCTOBER 20, 10:30PM - 3AM ☆ THE JUNCTION, 1138 DAVIE ST ☆ FREE!
BOURBON BINGO ☆ It’s intense, it’s exciting, it’s not just for senior citizens — it’s bingo! Even better, it’s free bingo where a winning sheet gets you a round of shots for your entire table. Lamplighter’s weekly Bourbon Bingo is the best place to be on a Wednesday night (just make sure you don’t have anything to do in the morning).
EVERY WEDNESDAY, 8PM ☆ THE LAMPLIGHTER PUBLIC HOUSE, 92 WATER ST ☆ FREE!
