Take the one of the most beautiful festivals setting in the world, add in tens of thousands of campers, some of the most talented musicians and artists that span dozen genres, a water slide, long table dinner, food trucks, craft beer, sunshine, and countless flower bandanas and you have a slight idea of the awesomeness that is Pemberton Music Festival. Over 115,000 music fans enjoyed nearly 120 performances by 113 artists from Wednesday to Sunday on 300 acres in an idyllic valley nestled between snow-dusted mountains.

John and I attended on Sunday, capturing the festival as best we could through sharing images and updates on social media. By the fifth and final day of the festival there were sunburns, broken sandals, and some matted hairdos but spirits were as high as ever. Continue reading this post ⟩⟩

For the first time in the PNE’s 105 year history, guests will be able to enjoy a wide selection of craft beer at the fair’s new Craft Beer Fest, presented in partnership with Vancouver Craft Beer Week (“VCBW”).

Craft Beer Fest at the PNE

Craft beer is huge in Vancouver and having our local breweries and businesses showcased at the PNE will highlight the industry in this province.

There will be over 50 unique craft beers on tap from 30 BC breweries that will change up half way through the fair to keep the selections fresh and exciting. Favourite picks and summer seasonals will all be available for guests.

Featured Breweries

Craft Beer Fest will be open daily from August 22nd until September 7th at the 2015 PNE, from 2:00pm to 9:30pm along Miller Drive. Admission is $10 per person, per day. Admission includes a 4 oz sampling cup and 2 drink tokens.

Purchase online in advance to receive an additional drink token and access to a pre-purchased ticketholder line. $1.50 for each additional token.

Craft Beer Fest is a 19+ event and two pieces of ID will be required for entry. Admission price does not include PNE gate admission. Pre-purchased ticketholder line will allow guests to bypass the ticket purchase line into the event. If venue is at capacity, a pre-purchased ticket will not guarantee immediate access.

The Honda Celebration of Light is the world’s largest offshore fireworks competition and in Vancouver there’s plenty of action onshore to get crowds pumped for the spectacular displays in the sky. SHOREFEST is returning to English Bay and Sunset Beach, presenting talented homegrown artists in a free concert series on each night of the fireworks.

2015 SHOREFEST Concert Schedule and Lineup

Presented by LG 104.3, with a beautiful west coast backdrop, enjoy over 20 free shows ranging from R&B and soul to blues and rock on Saturday, July 25th; Wednesday, July 29th; and Saturday, August 1st.

Check out the full list along with artist bios online and follow the tag #SHOREFEST on social media.

This weekend is all about the Fusion Festival in Surrey, of which I’m proud to be the Official Social Media Sponsor. Free admission for its live music, dancing, entertainment, crafts, cooking demos, and family fun. Sample food from over 45 cultural pavilions and enjoy two full days of festivities in Holland Park (Saturday and Sunday).

Photos by John Bollwitt for Miss604

Things to do in Vancouver This Weekend

Events that run for longer than three days in a row are highlighted in green below.

Friday, July 17, 2015
Sponsored by Miss604: Friday Late Night Movies at the Rio Theatre
Take Off Fridays, Free Fun at YVR Airport
Free Friday Walking Tours, West Hastings
Fresh Air Fridays at Highstreet in Abbotsford
FALLEN ANGELS: Sacred + Profane Works
Nettle’s Tale + Nicole Bridge Gastown Pop-Up Shop
Kyle Bottom’s Comedy Bucket
Music at the Cannery
The Phonix Funk Train at The Imperial
Shipyards Night Market, North Vancouver
Surrey Night Market
International Night Market, Richmond
Vancouver Folk Music Festival
The Arts Club Presents: Godspell
Indian Summer Festival
A Nude Hope: A Sci-Fi Burlesque Adventure
The Arts Club Presents: Les Misérables

Saturday, July 18, 2015
Sponsored by Miss604: Surrey Fusion Festival
Hard Rock Casino Ultimate Car Show
Fiji Festival
FALLEN ANGELS: Sacred + Profane Works
Hastings Sports Day
Book Launch for “Toshiko” By Michael Kluckner
SBR Cartel and Purpose Apparel Fashion Show
VIVA Vancouver: The Granville Social
Five Hole For Food, Vancouver Charity Street Hockey
TD Concerts at the Pier in White Rock
Art Deco Photowalk
Nettle’s Tale + Nicole Bridge Gastown Pop-Up Shop
Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market
Trout Lake Farmers Market
West End Farmers Market
Vancouver, Plaza of Nations Night Market
Richmond Night Market
Surrey Night Market
International Night Market, Richmond
The Arts Club Presents: Godspell
Indian Summer Festival
Vancouver Folk Music Festival
A Nude Hope: A Sci-Fi Burlesque Adventure
The Arts Club Presents: Les Misérables

Sunday, July 19, 2015
Sponsored by Miss604: Surrey Fusion Festival
Richmond Rocks
Edmonds City Fair
Flight of the Navigator at The Cinematheque
India Live
Tea Sparrow First Annual Iced Tea Festival
Sunday Afternoon Salsa at Robson Square
Hot Rod Sunday at Willowbrook
Landmark Events Showcase Festival at Red Room
Vancouver Street Food Festival
Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market
Kitsilano Farmers Market
Vancouver, Plaza of Nations Night Market
Richmond Night Market
Surrey Night Market
International Night Market, Richmond
The Arts Club Presents: Godspell
Vancouver Folk Music Festival
A Nude Hope: A Sci-Fi Burlesque Adventure
The Arts Club Presents: Les Misérables

Check out the full July event listings here and if you have an event to include, please send it in by email for a free listing. Follow Miss604 on Twitter for more daily updates.

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Photograph by: Rebecca Blissett
Vancouver Courier

The temporary Queen Elizabeth Park zipline opened earlier this month, celebrating the park’s 75th anniversary. Starting from Bloedel Conservatory at the top of Little Mountain Park, it runs 190 meters, offering an over-the-top view of the park’s manicured gardens.

Open daily (weather permitting) between 11:00am and 8:00pm, riders (between 60 and 250lbs) can enjoy the thrill for $12-$20 a ride. Tickets can be purchased online in advance or onsite.

Queen Elizabeth Park Zipline for a Cause

On Saturday, July 25th, the Queen Elizabeth Park zipline is donating proceeds to the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, thanks to the Vancouver Park Board and Greenheart, the operators of the zipline.

BC Children’s Hospital Foundation’s mascot, Sunny Bear, will drop by during the day to say hi to the kids. Zipline tickets are $14 for youth, $20 for adults and $60 for a family of four. Follow the @BCCHF on Twitter for more information about this special event.