February: The month of love, spring blossoming, and the start of midterms. Whether you’re looking for a cheap date for you and your sweetie, an economic way to unwind with some friends, or even just something equally affordable but a little more “cultured” than marathon watching Friends on Netflix, we at HCUBC have you covered. Check out these cool, entirely free events around campus, to connect with the community and make the most of the perks of your degree!
What: UBC Concert Winds and GVYMA Symphonic Winds, Folk Songs and Flourishes
Where: The Old Auditorium
When: Wednesday February 4th, 8pm
Tired of the Pit yet? Take a break from the T-Bird Lager and treat yourself to a night of concert rather than club music. Save your ears and your wallet – it’s a win/win.
What: Tom Burrows Exhibit
Where: Morris and Helen Belkin Art Gallery
When: all month (hours here)
The Belkin Art Gallery is entirely free, and the Tom Burrows exhibit features some amazing art work. Next time you have a free hour between classes you should head on over and check it out.
What: UBC Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Monuments and Mountaintops
Where: Chan Centre
When: Friday February 13th, 8pm
Everybody knows that practice makes perfect. Why not take your sweetie out to the symphony to get you both pumped up for V day? After a (free) dream date like this one for a run-through, Valentine’s Day will go off without a hitch.
What: UBC Mental Health Symposium
Where: UBC Centre for Student Involvement and Careers
When: Saturday Febraury 14th, 10am
The mental health symposium consists of a variety of activities and workshops that this year center around 2 streams: self-health and community support. What better way to spend Valentine’s Day than giving yourself the tools or self-loving! Registration available here.
What: University Singers and UBC Choral Union
Where: Chan Centre
When: Friday February 27th, 8pm
Everybody loves a little choir music, and we all love it more when it’s free. Grab a ticket while you’re on campus earlier in the day and support those talented people who can sing better than you’ll ever be able to.
What: c̓əsnaʔəm, the city before the city
Where: MOA
When: opens January 25th
Exploring the Musquem identity and worldview, this new exhibit at the MOA is, as always, entirely free to students. Take some time to learn about the broad history of what is now our beloved Metro Vancouver.