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Events and Festivals: A Visitors Guide

Check out some events and festivals while you are visiting Vancouver. Vancouver has a large event schedule throughout the year and a variety of festivals to attend. You will find summer and winter events, charity runs, music festivals and the annual Gay Pride Parade. Vancouver is also the host to the Winter Olympic Games in 2010!

The Annual Vancouver International Film Festival

Welcome to the Vancouver International Film Festival 2009! Watch over 370 flims from all around the globe. You can purchase tickets online, or in person at The Vancouver International Film Centre, 1181 Seymour Street 7 days a week from 12pm to 7pm.

Vancouver Pride Parade

See the Vancouver Pride Parade this Sunday August 2nd, 2009. Enjoy the festivities, colours, people, music, and fun!

Summer Salsa Cruise on the MV Britannia - A Fantastic Tropical Event

Go on a Salsa Cruise this summer and dance the night away! Listen to tropical rhythms, while dancing on Vancouver beautiful waters. You even receive a complimentary dance lesson, or you can view the scenery and watch the Salsa performance.

Bard on the Beach -Shakespeare Festival

Check out Bard on the Beach this Summer as they are celebrating their 20th year in performing their Shakespeare Festival.

Juno Awards 2009 in Vancouver

Visit the Juno Awards at GM Place this March and either get your tickets or watch it LIVE CTV at March 2009. You'll get to see important attendees such as The Big Sea and Bryan Adams.

New Years 2009 in Vancouver

Find out what's going on in Vancouver this New Years 2009. Fron dancing to champagne, everyone will enjoy!

Christmas Events in Vancouver

Enjoy these top Christmas events in Vancouver, British Columbia. From Pioneer Villages, to Christmas train rides, Vancouver has it all!

Taste of Yaletown Dining Event - Oct 14th -26th

If you are a food lover and you are visiting or in Vancouver already, don’t miss the "Taste of Yaletown" event. People flock from all over the world to enjoy and sample some of the finest cuisine in the city of Vancouver.

HSBC Celebration of Light in Vancouver

Find out more about one of the hottest events of the year! HSBC Celebration of Light is a beautiful competition and display of fireworks on English Bay.

Top 10 Canada Day Events in Vancouver, BC

Find out what is going on in Vancouver on Canada's Day. From Surrey to Downtown Vancouver, there is so much going on!

Vancouver Mother's Day Guide

Check out where to take your mom for Mother's Day, as well as what to buy her and where to eat.

Vancouver's Annual Cherry Blossom Festival

Visit Vancouver's Annual Cherry Blossom Festival that runs until April 20th. See beautiful blossoms and join in some fun.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Vancouver

Enjoy this St.Patrick's Day in Vancouver and watch the annual parade and enjoy Irish pubs and events.

Vancouver's Wine Festival: A Celebration of Wine

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To 10 Winter Activities in Vancouver: Have Fun this Season!

Have fun during this winter season! Even if it is raining there is always something to do in Vancouver to enjoy your visit.

Dine Out Vancouver 2008: Celebrate top cuisine at discount prices!

Enjoy some of Vancouver's top restaurants at discount prices during January 16th - February 3rd, 2008.

Top 10 New Years Events in Vancouver, British Columbia

Celebrate the New Year in Vancouver, British Columbia and have the time of your life. From champagne toasts, to free appetizers and party favors, you are bound to have a blast!

Festive Events & Holidays in Vancouver

Enjoy some of these festive events in Vancouver and don't forget about the Vancouver Olympic & Paralympic Games 2010!

Gay and Lesbian Events in Vancouver

Get to know Vancouver's Gay Community and find out where the hottest nightclubs, events, and restaurants are in the West End, and on Davie Street.

Events in Vancouver, British Columbia

Find events and festivals in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Gay Pride in Vancouver

Enjoy the Gay and Lesbian Pride Parade in Downtown Vancouver every year! It is full of celebrations, events and parties! Get your groove on!

Event List for Vancouver, British Columbia

Check out this event list for Vancouver, British Columbia.

Vancouver City Events

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