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Showing posts with label summer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label summer. Show all posts
Friday, June 21, 2013
First day of Summer in Vancouver
Here's a pic of Burrard Skytrain in downtown Vancouver. It's the first day of summer but its cold and cloudy.
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Night Markets
Metro Vancouver is host to several Night Markets. These markets are great places to visit if you want to experience Chinese food and culture.
Vancouver Chinatown Night Market
Summer Night Market
May 11 – Sept. 16, 2012
Fri & Sat: 7:00PM-12:00AM
Sun & Holidays: 7:00PM-11:00PM
Richmond Night Market
Vancouver Chinatown Night Market
May 18, 2012 to September 9, 2012,
Friday to Sunday 6pm to 11pm.
Location is: Main street and Keefer in the heart of Chinatown.
This market is unique in that it is hosted in Chinatown giving you a truly unique Chinese experience.
There are two Night Markets in Richmond. The original and largest one is the Richmond Night Market located beside the River Rock Casino. The smaller Night Market is the Summer Night Market located by the Knight street bridge.
This summer why not take time and pay each market a visit. You'll have fun looking at the exhibits and sampling the Chinese food. Remember to come with an appetite!
Summer Night Market
May 11 – Sept. 16, 2012
Fri & Sat: 7:00PM-12:00AM
Sun & Holidays: 7:00PM-11:00PM
Richmond Night Market
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Vancouver's Hot Summer Stuff
Well, summer has finally arrived, at least on the calendar. Our Vancouver spring was very cool and wet one. Vancouverites who are ever hopeful are looking towards sunny and warm days. Vancouver is not only a beautiful city it is also a city with Hot Summer Stuff for everyone to do.
Every summer there are good old standby events: the annual Fireworks in English Bay; Playland Amusement Park is open to all who seek thrilling rides; the annual Pacific National Exhibition is an exciting two weeks of carnival events with concerts featuring famous artists and singers.
Metro Vancouver is host to three Night Markets. Take time to walk through these exciting and culturally unique markets, each one has it's own flair. Night Markets.
Canada Day celebrations on July 1st are not to be missed. Canada Place hosts downtown Vancouver's biggest Canada Day celebration. There will be a parade, concerts and fireworks that night as well. For a cozy atmosphere Granville Island will also have Canada Day celebrations.
The Vancouver International Jazz Festival happens every year in late-June through early-July. This festival was named the “best jazz festival in the world” by The Seattle Times. The festival attracts over 400,000 visitors annually.
The Vancouver Folk Music Festival was named as one of the top ten outdoor music festivals in North America by USA Today. It runs from July 13 - 15 at Jericho Park.
These are just a sampling of the Hot Summer events happening in Vancouver. Check back often as Vancouver's Hot Summer Stuff is updated with things that will appeal to your sense of fun.
Every summer there are good old standby events: the annual Fireworks in English Bay; Playland Amusement Park is open to all who seek thrilling rides; the annual Pacific National Exhibition is an exciting two weeks of carnival events with concerts featuring famous artists and singers.
Metro Vancouver is host to three Night Markets. Take time to walk through these exciting and culturally unique markets, each one has it's own flair. Night Markets.
Canada Day celebrations on July 1st are not to be missed. Canada Place hosts downtown Vancouver's biggest Canada Day celebration. There will be a parade, concerts and fireworks that night as well. For a cozy atmosphere Granville Island will also have Canada Day celebrations.
The Vancouver International Jazz Festival happens every year in late-June through early-July. This festival was named the “best jazz festival in the world” by The Seattle Times. The festival attracts over 400,000 visitors annually.
The Vancouver Folk Music Festival was named as one of the top ten outdoor music festivals in North America by USA Today. It runs from July 13 - 15 at Jericho Park.
These are just a sampling of the Hot Summer events happening in Vancouver. Check back often as Vancouver's Hot Summer Stuff is updated with things that will appeal to your sense of fun.
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