Clubs

Hot List

Publish Date: 7-Sep-2006

Just because school’s back doesn’t mean our city’s nightlife is slowing down. In fact, what better way to see in the fall semester than with a wicked hangover?

Thursday, September 7

Playboy Golf Model Search at Bar None

Yaletown’s finest will be in the house tonight, as Hugh Hefner’s globe-spanning empire touches down in search of Hef’s next housemate. Come and be awestruck.

Friday, September 8

Prohibido Nights at Atlantis

The city’s hottest hip-hop night will ring in the new school year in style, with a live performance by reggaeton artist Lexicon and an extended set by the Rascalz’ DJ Kemo.

Saturday, September 9

Back to School Burlesque at the Lamplighter

Burlesque and books go hand in hand at this event, which promises all kinds of fun for naughty librarians and the people who love them.

Saturday, September 9

Urban Mixer West End Martini Tour at Central Bistro

This singles-oriented event will travel to four bars in the West End, at each stop offering revellers a free martini and the chance to mingle with like-minded locals. More info at vancouver .urbanmixer.com/.

Friday, September 15

Swollen Members CD Release Party at the Plaza

Canada’s biggest rap act launches its new release, Black Magic, with giveaways, autographs, and a short performance at this sure-to-be-packed party.

Friday, September 15

RuPaul at Celebrities

The West End welcomes the infamous international entertainer known as RuPaul, who will lord over the adoring throng with her fists raised aloft.

Friday, September 15

Kokanee Glacier Girl Search at Ocean Beach Club

White Rock’s best nightclub welcomes the province’s biggest brewery for an evening of wet-and-wild fun, as the search begins for Kokanee’s next spokesmodel. Gentlemen, start your engines.

Saturday, September 16

Beat Boutique at Tokyo Lounge

This night is the brainchild of long-running dance-music promoter Vivid, which has courted a who’s who of the city’s DJs to create a uniquely eclectic weekend option for punters and train?spotters alike.

Saturday, September 16

The Kids at the Columbia

Vancouver’s hipster hot spot calls it quits with one last bash, featuring an appearance by Detroit’s legendary ghettotech-and-booty-bass ambassador DJ Assault.

Thursday, September 21

Nacional Clothing Fall 2006 Fashion Show at the Caprice

Heineken is the sponsor behind this one-off night, with free beer (until 10:30 p.m.) and a runway with the fall’s hippest styles.