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Upcoming Event: Vancouver Writers Fest, October 20 – 26, 2025

October 6, 2025
If the leaves changing colour make you want to snuggle up with a good book, you’re not alone. The annual Vancouver Writers Fest gives you plenty of options to consider,…

Things to Do in Vancouver – October 2025

September 29, 2025
Chunky sweaters, crisp leaves underfoot, thick books to get lost in, and of course, all things pumpkin-spiced – you name it, we’re ready for fall! You’ll find that Vancouver has…

Top Five Places to Watch the Game

September 22, 2025
While the NFL season might have wrapped, our thoughts still often turn to where we can watch sportsing – whether it’s a Canucks hockey game, Raptors basketball, or one of…

Upcoming Event: Vancouver International Film Festival, October 2 – 12, 2025

September 14, 2025
The Vancouver International Film Festival returns for its 44th edition running from October 2 through 12, and we love that, as always, events aren’t all insider and industry-targeted, but aimed…

Insider Itinerary: Vintage Vancouver

September 8, 2025
Did you know that The Burrard first opened its doors in 1956 as a motor inn? And while our property is now firmly rooted in the 21st century, we still…

Things to Do in Vancouver – September 2025

September 1, 2025
Labour Day might signal the informal end of summer, but this city still has some sunshiny good times left in it! We’ve got laughs thanks to the Great Outdoor Comedy…

Top Five Happy Hours in Vancouver

August 25, 2025
“Happy Hour” in Vancouver is not just an opportunity to score bargain beverages — it’s also a great time to visit a local restaurant and try some discounted dishes, from…

Upcoming Event: RBC GranFondo Whistler – September 6, 2025

August 12, 2025
North America’s largest party-on-wheels rolls into town on September 6 and the city is pumped! Italian for ‘Big Ride’, the RBC GranFondo Whistler has been named the biggest and best…

Top 5 Ice Cream Spots in Vancouver

August 11, 2025
Nothing pairs with a hot summer day quite like a freshly-scooped ice cream – especially for those with a sweet tooth. Vancouver’s ice cream scene has undergone a renaissance in…

Upcoming Event: The PNE Fair, August 16 – September 1

August 4, 2025
It’s a Vancouver summer tradition: over the last two weeks of summer vacation, the Pacific National Exhibition fairgrounds come to life for the annual PNE Fair! Filled with rides, games,…

Things to Do in Vancouver – August 2025

July 28, 2025
August in Vancouver is all about the good life: festivals, outdoor activities, and summer celebrations. Whether you’re exploring local neighbourhood festivals, unwinding on a patio, or watching a movie beneath…

Upcoming Event: Vancouver Pride – August 1 – 3, 2025

July 21, 2025
It’s the most colourful time of the year! The city’s biggest and most diverse celebration, Vancouver Pride, hits the West End and other areas of the city, with the main…

Insider Itinerary: Aquatic Adventures

July 14, 2025
Flanked by water on three sides, downtown Vancouver is spilling over with ways to get visitors to experience adventure on the high seas. Stick close to shore, or motor further…

Upcoming Event: Celebration of Light – July 19, 23 & 26, 2025

July 7, 2025
One of Vancouver’s most iconic summer events begins with a (literal) bang on July 19. The Honda Celebration of Light is a can’t-miss fireworks competition that lights up the skies…

Things to Do in Vancouver – July 2025

June 30, 2025
It looks like the sun is coming out to shine on summer in Vancouver! July kicks off with Canada Day, and includes some of the city’s biggest parties of the…

Top Five: Places to Watch the Sunset

June 23, 2025
Taking in a Vancouver sunset can be beautiful at any time of year, but these long, summer days make them even more special. Whether you’re looking for an outside vantage…

Upcoming Event: Canada Day in Vancouver, July 1

June 16, 2025
As the unofficial kick-off to summer, Canada Day (July 1) is a fantastic opportunity to get out there and enjoy our city’s offerings, be entertained, eat superb food, and learn…

Top Five Patios in Vancouver

June 3, 2025
As soon as the sun’s out (even a little bit), it’s officially time to hit a patio in Vancouver. Luckily, there are plenty of sunny spaces within strolling distance of…

Upcoming Event: Vancouver International Jazz Festival, June 20 – July 1, 2025

June 2, 2025
One of North America’s biggest jazz festivals, the Vancouver International Jazz Festival attracts an audience of around 100,000 music fans each year, with a line-up that spans traditional jazz, through…

Things to Do in Vancouver – June 2025

May 27, 2025
A sun-filled June officially kicks off summer in our city, with plenty of events around Vancouver to make the most of the epic days ahead. Vancouver International Jazz Festival brings…

Insider Itinerary: On Screen

May 19, 2025
Vancouver has some fantastic film festivals, including the Vancouver Queer Film Festival (September 11 – 21) and Vancouver International Film Festival (October 2 – 12). But even if you’re not visiting during film festival…