Vancouver Descent

Descent Resurrection Night
2026-04-19 21:00 - 2026-04-20 01:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Red Room, 398 Richards St, Vancouver, BC, V6B 4Y2, Canada
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!

Descent Masquerade of Shadows
2026-05-24 21:00 - 2026-05-25 01:00
On May 24th, as Vancouver drifts into that hazy space between spring and summer, Descent returns to its long-standing home at The Red Room, bringing with it nearly two decades of dark devotion, pulsing music, and a community that has truly stood the test of time (and a few questionable fashion phases we will not be discussing).
Running from 9pm to 1am, this edition leans into an understated theme of duality and allure, where shadow meets spectacle and every face hints at something just beneath the surface. Inspired by that striking half-mask aesthetic, the night invites you to explore your darker half, or at least dress like you have one.
Since its inception in 2007, Descent has grown into one of Vancouver’s most enduring alternative nights, a rare constant in a city where venues and scenes can disappear faster than your drink on a packed dance floor. It is not just an event. It is a gathering place, a ritual, and a reliably moody refuge for goths, rivetheads, darkwave devotees, and the delightfully curious. Whether you have been attending for years or are stepping in for the first time, you will find a space that is welcoming, expressive, and grounded in respect.
Providing the soundtrack for the evening, residents DJ Surreal, DJ Joshy Neurotic, and DJ MissBDeath will guide you through a seamless blend of goth, industrial, EBM, and darkwave. Expect brooding classics, driving beats, and at least one track that makes you pause mid-dance and dramatically stare into the distance like you are in a very niche music video.
And while Descent never needs an excuse to celebrate, this particular night quietly coincides with DJ Surreal’s birthday. No spotlight, no spectacle, just an unspoken invitation to raise a glass, share a nod, and maybe dance a little harder in appreciation.
With tickets at $10 in advance or $15 at the door, Descent continues to prove that you do not need extravagance to create something unforgettable. Just the right people, the right music, and a room full of beautifully dark energy.
So step inside, embrace the atmosphere, and lose yourself for a while. At Descent, the night is not something you attend. It is something you become.
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 Dust & Fire
2026-06-28 21:00 - 2026-06-29 01:00
The world ended…But the music survived.
On June 28th, Descent returns to the Red Room for a night of post-apocalyptic revelry, industrial rhythms, and enough dark fashion to make a wasteland warlord stop and ask where you got your boots.
As Vancouver’s longest-running uninterrupted goth night, Descent has weathered changing trends, shifting scenes, and enough cultural apocalypses to earn its place among the city’s nightlife legends. While civilizations may rise and fall, Descent endures—proving that dark music, good company, and a packed dance floor are remarkably resilient resources.
Welcome to Dust & Fire, a journey into a future where the cities have crumbled, the air crackles with static, and the dance floor remains humanity’s last great civilization. Somewhere beyond the red horizon, machines hum beneath the ruins, neon flickers through the smoke, and survivors gather beneath crimson lights to celebrate another night among the ashes.
For decades, Descent has brought together creatures of the night from every corner of Vancouver’s alternative community. Goths, rivetheads, cybergoths, darkwavers, industrial enthusiasts, curious newcomers, and everyone in between have found a home on the Descent dance floor. Whether you’re a veteran of countless dark dance nights or venturing into the wasteland for the first time, you’ll find a welcoming community waiting beyond the gates.
Soundtracking the evening will be Descent residents DJ Surreal, DJ Joshy Neurotic, and DJ MissBDeath, delivering a carefully crafted blend of goth, industrial, darkwave, EBM, synth, and cyber-infused beats designed to keep the survivors moving long after civilization has called it a night.
As always, Descent is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful space where people can express themselves freely. Come clad in leather, latex, tactical gear, cybernetic enhancements, scavenged relics, elegant black, or whatever version of your post-apocalyptic self emerges from the dust.
So fuel up your vehicle, calibrate your implants, paint your war markings, and follow the glow of the last beacon standing.
When the dust settles and the fires rise, we’ll be waiting in the Red Room.
In the wasteland, survival is optional but dancing is mandatory.
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!
