Vancouver Descent

Descent War of the Roses, A Gothic Valentine
2026-02-22 21:00 - 2026-02-23 01:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Red Room, 398 Richards St, Vancouver, BC, V6B 4Y2, Canada
On Sunday, February 22, 2026, Descent presents War of the Roses, a gothic Valentine devoted to passion, elegance, and unapologetic intimacy. This is romance in velvet and shadow, lavish, sincere, and deeply entwined. Think lingering kisses, hands claimed without hesitation, devotion spoken plainly and often.
Red roses bloom with obsession. Black roses honor love that endures beyond restraint, beyond reason.
The dance floor becomes a candlelit chamber of desire, carried by goth, darkwave, industrial, EBM, and metal that swells with drama and longing. This is a night for lovers who adore each other publicly, for romantics who believe excess is a virtue, and for anyone drawn to love that feels ceremonial rather than casual.
No dress code. Lace, leather, corsetry, tailored silhouettes, flowing black, blood-red silk. Come dressed as though romance itself demanded tribute.
Join us at The Red Room for a night where affection is deliberate, consent is sacred, and darkness feels indulgent.
Sunday, February 22, 2026Doors at 9 PM until 1 AM19+
$10 Advance Tickets; $15 at the door
Adore openly. Touch reverently. Dance as if it were forever.
Event Code of Conduct
1. CONSENT MATTERS
Yes means yes. Always obtain explicit verbal consent before engaging in any physical or intimate activity. If someone doesn’t give a clear “yes,” then it’s a “no.” This applies to all conduct within the club including, but not limited to, physical touch, photographs, recording video, etc
2. SET CLEAR BOUNDARIES
Communicate your boundaries clearly to other attendees. Be clear. If you feel that setting boundaries will jeopardize your personal safety, please approach a Descent Staff Member
3. APPROACH DESCENT STAFF FOR SUPPORT
Approach any Descent Staff Member for support on any issues that are a cause for concern. For confidentiality, staff may not be able to disclose the outcomes to you. Trust that staff are following up. If you still feel it’s not being addressed, ask to speak to DJ Surreal.
3. HEED WARNINGS FROM STAFF
Reported inappropriate behaviour will results in warning from Descent or club staff. Staff will be monitoring for further infractions after a warning has been given. Failure to comply with requests or warnings from staff can result in being asked to leave the event.
4. ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY
Any form of discrimination, hate-speech, repeated harassment, assault, or non-consensual behavior is grounds for immediate removal from the event and potential further consequences. Please treat all attendees and staff with respect. Let’s keep this a fun place to be for everyone!

Descent: Noise & Nails
2026-03-22 21:00 - 2026-03-23 01:00
Descent returns Sunday, March 22, 2026, leaning harder, dirtier, and less polished than usual. This one nods to punk attitude with industrial muscle and EBM pulse. Sharp edges, sweat on the floor, boots stomping in time with machines that do not care if you are ready.
Expect aggressive basslines, distorted synths, and tracks that push instead of soothe. The night builds fast and hits heavy, the kind of set flow that rewards movement, not standing still. If you like your goth with teeth and your industrial with grit, this is your night.
Descent remains a space for self expression over perfection. Torn shirts, leather jackets, DIY looks, club wear, or whatever makes you feel like yourself when the volume is up. No dress code, no posturing, just people who show up for the music and stay for the energy.
Come to dance hard, meet familiar faces, and lose a little control in a room that understands exactly why you need that.
Sunday, March 22, 20269pm to 1amThe Red Room398 Richards St$10 advance tickets or $15 at the door19+
Goth. Industrial. EBM.With a punk streak and zero apologies.
Event Code of Conduct
1. CONSENT MATTERS
Yes means yes. Always obtain explicit verbal consent before engaging in any physical or intimate activity. If someone doesn’t give a clear “yes,” then it’s a “no.” This applies to all conduct within the club including, but not limited to, physical touch, photographs, recording video, etc
2. SET CLEAR BOUNDARIES
Communicate your boundaries clearly to other attendees. Be clear. If you feel that setting boundaries will jeopardize your personal safety, please approach a Descent Staff Member
3. APPROACH DESCENT STAFF FOR SUPPORT
Approach any Descent Staff Member for support on any issues that are a cause for concern. For confidentiality, staff may not be able to disclose the outcomes to you. Trust that staff are following up. If you still feel it’s not being addressed, ask to speak to DJ Surreal.
3. HEED WARNINGS FROM STAFF
Reported inappropriate behaviour will results in warning from Descent or club staff. Staff will be monitoring for further infractions after a warning has been given. Failure to comply with requests or warnings from staff can result in being asked to leave the event.
4. ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY
Any form of discrimination, hate-speech, repeated harassment, assault, or non-consensual behavior is grounds for immediate removal from the event and potential further consequences. Please treat all attendees and staff with respect. Let’s keep this a fun place to be for everyone!

Descent Resurrection Night
2026-04-19 21:00 - 2026-04-20 01:00
Spring may be in the air, but on April 19, 2026, things are taking a deliciously darker turn as Descent rises once again beneath the velvet shadows of The Red Room. For the uninitiated, Descent is not just a night out. It is a long-running ritual of rhythm, revelry, and just the right amount of beautifully dressed mischief.
From 9pm to 1am, the familiar sanctuary at 398 Richards transforms into a haven for Vancouver’s goths, industrialists, darkwave devotees, and curious night creatures alike. Whether you arrive draped in lace, leather, velvet, or something that defies mortal description, you will find yourself among kindred spirits who understand that black is not just a color. It is a lifestyle choice.
There is a subtle seasonal twist in the air, but do not expect pastel overload or aggressively cheerful bunnies. Think more along the lines of haunted springtime. A hint of playfulness, a touch of mischief, and just enough thematic flavor to keep things interesting without breaking the mood. If a bunny does appear, it will almost certainly be dressed better than everyone else and judging you silently from the dancefloor.
Guiding the night’s sonic journey are Descent’s resident DJs, DJ Surreal, DJ Joshy Neurotic, and DJ MissBDeath, spinning an intoxicating blend of goth, industrial, darkwave, EBM, and everything deliciously dark in between. They know exactly how to keep the dancefloor moving, crafting a soundtrack that pulls you in and refuses to let go.
What truly sets Descent apart is its community. This is not just a party. It is a safe, welcoming space where self expression is celebrated and individuality is encouraged. Whether you are a longtime scene regular or stepping into the shadows for the first time, you will feel right at home.
Tickets are a delightfully reasonable $10 in advance or $15 at the door, because even creatures of the night appreciate a good deal.
So come dance, reconnect, or simply exist beautifully in low lighting. Descent on April 19 promises a night that is eerie, electric, and unforgettable.
Event Code of Conduct
1. CONSENT MATTERS
Yes means yes. Always obtain explicit verbal consent before engaging in any physical or intimate activity. If someone doesn’t give a clear “yes,” then it’s a “no.” This applies to all conduct within the club including, but not limited to, physical touch, photographs, recording video, etc
2. SET CLEAR BOUNDARIES
Communicate your boundaries clearly to other attendees. Be clear. If you feel that setting boundaries will jeopardize your personal safety, please approach a Descent Staff Member
3. APPROACH DESCENT STAFF FOR SUPPORT
Approach any Descent Staff Member for support on any issues that are a cause for concern. For confidentiality, staff may not be able to disclose the outcomes to you. Trust that staff are following up. If you still feel it’s not being addressed, ask to speak to DJ Surreal.
3. HEED WARNINGS FROM STAFF
Reported inappropriate behaviour will results in warning from Descent or club staff. Staff will be monitoring for further infractions after a warning has been given. Failure to comply with requests or warnings from staff can result in being asked to leave the event.
4. ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY
Any form of discrimination, hate-speech, repeated harassment, assault, or non-consensual behavior is grounds for immediate removal from the event and potential further consequences. Please treat all attendees and staff with respect. Let’s keep this a fun place to be for everyone!
