Vancouver Special Events
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Special Events in Vancouver, British Columbia.
May 25
Have a fun day on the course networking with colleagues while supporting the BC Children's Hospital foundation. The tournament is followed by an evening reception and dinner. This event is part of the Chinese-Canadian Miracle Weekend fundraising initiative.
Have a fun day on the course networking with colleagues while supporting the BC Children's Hospital foundation. The tournament is followed by an evening reception and dinner. This event is part of the Chinese-Canadian Miracle Weekend fundraising initiative.
May 27
In the fight against prostate cancer, hundreds of motorcyclists from all over southwestern BC and the interior band together for an impressive motorcycle fundraising parade led by the Vancouver Police Motorcycle Drill Team.
In the fight against prostate cancer, hundreds of motorcyclists from all over southwestern BC and the interior band together for an impressive motorcycle fundraising parade led by the Vancouver Police Motorcycle Drill Team.
Jun 03
Going strong since 1985, this family fundraising 5km run through scenic Queen Elizabeth Park is followed by a carnival celebration. A kids' 1km run is also part of the festivities.
Going strong since 1985, this family fundraising 5km run through scenic Queen Elizabeth Park is followed by a carnival celebration. A kids' 1km run is also part of the festivities.
- Queen Elizabeth Park Address: 33rd Avenue at Cambie Street Vancouver BC
Aug 17 to Aug 19
This three-day convention features art, animation, comics, costuming, cultural displays, dance, gaming, musical performances, and more.
This three-day convention features art, animation, comics, costuming, cultural displays, dance, gaming, musical performances, and more.
- Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre Address: 999 Canada Place Vancouver BC V6C 3C1
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Held every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening from mid-May to early September, the annual Chinatown Night Market features hundreds of street stalls selling everything from traditional handicrafts to clothing to electronics to food. Street performers entertain the crowds with music, dancing, magic shows and martial arts demonstrations.
Held every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening from mid-May to early September, the annual Chinatown Night Market features hundreds of street stalls selling everything from traditional handicrafts to clothing to electronics to food. Street performers entertain the crowds with music, dancing, magic shows and martial arts demonstrations.
- Chinatown Vancouver Address: Downtown Vancouver BC CAN
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1. The Founders Dinner for the BC Hospitality Foundation, at the Renaissance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside
• A black tie dinner, with six celebrity chefs, using the finest of BC wines, products, suppliers
• 300 Hospitality Industry decision makers, representing over 40 corporations in BC
• A fundraiser for BCHF, a foundation which supports individuals in the hospitality community in times of critical medical need
o Founders Dinner I, 2008, raised $110,000.00 net for the Endowment Fund
• Jurgen Gothe emcee, Tim Pawsey Chair,Founders Dinner Committee
• Supported by the BC Restaurant Association, BC Hotel Association, ABLE BC, BC Wine Institute, Import Vintners Association, and ContainerWorld
• 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
1. The Founders Dinner for the BC Hospitality Foundation, at the Renaissance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside
• A black tie dinner, with six celebrity chefs, using the finest of BC wines, products, suppliers
• 300 Hospitality Industry decision makers, representing over 40 corporations in BC
• A fundraiser for BCHF, a foundation which supports individuals in the hospitality community in times of critical medical need
o Founders Dinner I, 2008, raised $110,000.00 net for the Endowment Fund
• Jurgen Gothe emcee, Tim Pawsey Chair,Founders Dinner Committee
• Supported by the BC Restaurant Association, BC Hotel Association, ABLE BC, BC Wine Institute, Import Vintners Association, and ContainerWorld
• 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
- Renaissance Vancouver Harbourside Hotel Address: 1133 West Hastings Street Vancouver BC CAN V6E 3T3
TBA
Thousands of passengers show up at the Ghost Train each October to experience a thrilling ride deep into the heart of the forest. The deep dark woods are transformed into an eerie and wildly creative world by the artists of Mortal Coil Performance Society.
Thousands of passengers show up at the Ghost Train each October to experience a thrilling ride deep into the heart of the forest. The deep dark woods are transformed into an eerie and wildly creative world by the artists of Mortal Coil Performance Society.
- Stanley Park Address: Stanley Park Vancouver BC
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Held over 20 nights in December, the Carol Ships Parade of Lights welcomes public participation both in the parade and as spectators. Each evening, a parade of approximately 50 boats sparkling with Christmas lights floats through the night on routes that include Vancouver's inner harbour, False Creek, West Vancouver, Port Moody and Deep Cove. Shoreside events such as bonfires, carols, music and refreshments can also be enjoyed on certain dates at Dundarave Park, Panorama Park and Barnet Marine Park.
Held over 20 nights in December, the Carol Ships Parade of Lights welcomes public participation both in the parade and as spectators. Each evening, a parade of approximately 50 boats sparkling with Christmas lights floats through the night on routes that include Vancouver's inner harbour, False Creek, West Vancouver, Port Moody and Deep Cove. Shoreside events such as bonfires, carols, music and refreshments can also be enjoyed on certain dates at Dundarave Park, Panorama Park and Barnet Marine Park.
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Every year in Stanley Park, a fantastic lighting display is featured for a month. Everyone is invited for this all-ages event that is put on by the Vancouver Park Board and the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund. Walk through two million twinkling lights and sip hot chocolate at this winter wonderland.
Every year in Stanley Park, a fantastic lighting display is featured for a month. Everyone is invited for this all-ages event that is put on by the Vancouver Park Board and the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund. Walk through two million twinkling lights and sip hot chocolate at this winter wonderland.
- Stanley Park Address: Stanley Park Vancouver BC
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This adult trade show, Western Canada's largest, features information and products to enhance romance and promote fun. This is a licensed event open only to adults.
This adult trade show, Western Canada's largest, features information and products to enhance romance and promote fun. This is a licensed event open only to adults.
- Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre Address: 999 Canada Place Vancouver BC V6C 3C1
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- Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre Address: 999 Canada Place Vancouver BC V6C 3C1
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This annual gala features an evening of fine dining, cocktails, dancing and a silent auction. Live entertainment is a highlight of this BC Children's Hospital fundraiser.
This annual gala features an evening of fine dining, cocktails, dancing and a silent auction. Live entertainment is a highlight of this BC Children's Hospital fundraiser.
- Canada Place Convention & Exhibition Centre Address: Canada Place Vancouver BC Canada V6C 3E1
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Over 425 retailers, top industry experts, gardening and barbecuing gurus, and the latest in innovative products and outdoor living ideas come together for five days at BC Place for this event. Restore, renew and refresh just in time for Spring!
Over 425 retailers, top industry experts, gardening and barbecuing gurus, and the latest in innovative products and outdoor living ideas come together for five days at BC Place for this event. Restore, renew and refresh just in time for Spring!
- BC Place Address: 777 Pacific Blvd Vancouver BC CAN V6B 4Y8
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Kick off the riding season at this show. The latest in mountain biking, road cycling, touring, triathlon and BMX will be featured along with Vancouver's best retailers giving advice and supplies for all abilities and budgets.
Kick off the riding season at this show. The latest in mountain biking, road cycling, touring, triathlon and BMX will be featured along with Vancouver's best retailers giving advice and supplies for all abilities and budgets.
- Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre Address: 999 Canada Place Vancouver BC V6C 3C1
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The largest consumer golf show in Western Canada, enthusiasts can combine their love of golf and travel at the same time. Over 150 exhibitors, including local golf courses, resorts from around the world, travel destinations, golf manufacturer’s representatives and more will be on hand to help kick off the golf season.
The largest consumer golf show in Western Canada, enthusiasts can combine their love of golf and travel at the same time. Over 150 exhibitors, including local golf courses, resorts from around the world, travel destinations, golf manufacturer’s representatives and more will be on hand to help kick off the golf season.
- Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre Address: 999 Canada Place Vancouver BC V6C 3C1
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One of Canada's largest auto shows, this show features all things cars, from the classics to the latest industry innovations all under one roof. Special seminars, guest appearances and dream prizes are all part of the six-day event.
One of Canada's largest auto shows, this show features all things cars, from the classics to the latest industry innovations all under one roof. Special seminars, guest appearances and dream prizes are all part of the six-day event.
- BC Place Address: 777 Pacific Blvd Vancouver BC CAN V6B 4Y8
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Meet face-to-face with the health products and organics industry's top manufacturers, distributors and brokers. Find the latest trends and fresh ideas in approximately 450 exhibits.
Meet face-to-face with the health products and organics industry's top manufacturers, distributors and brokers. Find the latest trends and fresh ideas in approximately 450 exhibits.
- Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre Address: 999 Canada Place Vancouver BC V6C 3C1
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This dynamic event showcases hundreds of exhibits and specialty retailers in the heart of downtown Vancouver. Pop culture fans of all ages are invited to come out and meet your favourite celebrities and comic book creators and shop for comic books, graphic novels, manga, toys, t-shirts and more. Celebrity guests include Adam West, Burt Ward, Tom Felton, Kristin Bauer and Nicholas Brendon.
This dynamic event showcases hundreds of exhibits and specialty retailers in the heart of downtown Vancouver. Pop culture fans of all ages are invited to come out and meet your favourite celebrities and comic book creators and shop for comic books, graphic novels, manga, toys, t-shirts and more. Celebrity guests include Adam West, Burt Ward, Tom Felton, Kristin Bauer and Nicholas Brendon.
- Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre Address: 999 Canada Place Vancouver BC V6C 3C1
