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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…

Top Five: Vancouver Brunch Spots

May 9, 2025
Nothing kicks off a weekend like tucking in to a well-deserved brunch, so it’s no surprise that The Burrard’s front desk is often asked by guests for brunch recommendations. Of…

Insider Itinerary: Culinarily Curious Weekend

May 5, 2025
There are endless culinary pursuits on offer around Vancouver; we could easily fill up every day of the year directing you to all sorts of deliciousness. Plenty of tasty excursions…

Things to Do in Vancouver – May 2025

April 28, 2025
Are we crazy for thinking that May is one of the best times to visit Vancouver? The weather is getting more consistent after those April showers, but we haven’t reached…

Top 5: Places to Buy Local

April 21, 2025
We’re not going to get into the “why”, but it’s safe to say that a lot of us are currently putting our money where our mouth is and buying “Made…

Insider Itinerary: Wellness Weekend

April 14, 2025
There are many reasons Vancouver is synonymous with healthy lifestyles and pursuits: plenty of active, entertaining outdoor activities from strolling Stanley Park’s Seawall to kayaking in English Bay. But even…

Upcoming Event: Vancouver Sun Run – April 27, 2025

April 6, 2025
We’re firmly of the opinion that leggings are not pants, but the one concession we make for tights is for the sake of running. We think they beat shorts, hands-down.…

Things to Do in Vancouver – April 2025

March 31, 2025
It might be time to put away the winter coats, but we’re not quite ready to stash the umbrellas. But while there will most definitely be “April showers” there will…

Top 5: Places to Break a Sweat in Vancouver

March 24, 2025
Spring is a popular time to commit (or recommit) to fitness goals, now that we’re moving into the summer and more time outside. The key to starting and keeping a…

Insider Itinerary: Spring Fling

March 17, 2025
Spring brightens up Vancouver’s streets with thousands of cherry blossom buds and, hopefully, some sunshine amongst the seasonal showers. Whether you’re discovering the city’s blooms or escaping the raindrops with…

Top Five: Vegetarian and Vegan Spots

March 10, 2025
Vegetarian and vegan dining has long been firmly planted in Vancouver; our past hippy reputation was testament to that—this is where Greenpeace was founded, after all. Fast forward to the…

Upcoming Event: JUNO Awards, March 30

March 3, 2025
Canada’s biggest night in music is coming to Vancouver this month! The 54th Annual JUNO Awards will be held at Rogers Arena on March 30 and we’re all invited. Hosted…

Things to Do in Vancouver – March 2025

February 24, 2025
March brings the first hints of spring to Vancouver, and while the weather can still be brisk, you’ll notice cherry blossoms eagerly starting to bloom by the end of the…

Insider Itinerary: Winter Adventure

February 17, 2025
It’s hard to believe that February 12 marked 15 years since the Opening Ceremonies of the Vancouver Olympic Winter Games! But that event opened travellers’ eyes to the amazing outdoor…