0sharesThere’s fun beyond the beaches and picnic areas in Stanley Park this summer as the Stanley Park Urban Forest Train rides the miniature railway until September 4th. The Urban Forest Train is a 12 minute narrated journey that introduces visitors to the history, flora, and fauna of the park. Stanley Park Urban Forest Train When: […]

98sharesWe Heart Local, a year-round initiative that encourages consumers to sample, identify, enjoy and celebrate local BC food and agricultural products, is hosting the Livin La Vida Local contest! They want to see how you are Livin La Vida Local and are offering the chance to win a $250 prize package which includes gift cards […]

0sharesLast month I toured around the Cariboo and visited communities to learn about their upcoming festivals. I met creative, talented, and passionate people who, unfortunately, are in the middle of the BC wildfire devastation right now. One of the events I was set to promote was Arts on the Fly in Horsefly, BC. With a […]

12sharesImmerse yourself in a nine-day festival of Indigenous and diverse arts and culture! In partnership with the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations, the City of Vancouver will launch the Canada 150+ anchor event, The Drum Is Calling Festival, July 22 to July 30. The Drum is Calling Festival When: July 22 to July 30 […]

64sharesIt’s a Cascadia clash and the best sporting atmosphere in Vancouver! Be in the stands and part of the action when Vancouver Whitecaps FC take on Portland Timbers FC at BC Place July 23rd. Photo by Bob Frid, courtesy of Vancouver Whitecaps FC Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs Portland Timbers FC Where: BC Place When: Sunday, […]

17sharesThe Vancouver Queer Film Festival (“VQFF”) has released its complete festival lineup for the 11-day festival, taking place August 10-20. Curated by Artistic Directors Amber Dawn and Anoushka Ratnarajah, more than 50 films will be featured along with 7 visiting filmmakers/directors, 19 local directors, and numerous local performing artists and free events, in addition to […]

0sharesEvery time I hop on the Horseshoe Bay-Langdale ferry I forget 1) how quick the trip is to the Sunshine Coast and 2) just how gorgeous the entire area is. Mountains dipping straight down into the sea, evergreen-covered islands, white sailboats, blue skies, and an abundance of arts, culture, and festivals. Now the Sunshine Coast […]

0sharesThe Vancouver Island Symphony and guest artists will perform at Nanaimo’s Maffeo Sutton Park for Symphony by the Sea, happening August 12th. Now in its 23rd season, this family-friendly event in a seaside park is the perfect way to spend a warm summer night in the Harbour City. Symphony by the Sea in Nanaimo When: […]

0sharesJoin Vancouver Biennale on July 13th to celebrate one of Vancouver’s most engaging pieces of public art, A-maze-ing Laughter at English Bay. A Day of Laughter When: Thursday, July 13, 2017 at 10:00am to 2:00pm Where: Morton Park (Denman near Davie, English Bay) Details: RSVP for the Facebook event Mayor Gregor Robertson will proclaim the […]

160sharesTake two of the best parts of summer in Vancouver and combine them for one spectacular evening! Bard on the Beach is once again offering its Bard-B-Q & Fireworks nights where you can enjoy a Bard mainstage show, dinner, and a private view of the Honda Celebration of Light from their grounds at Vanier Park. […]