135sharesThe latest advertising from PNE Playland encourages us to “Stay fun, Vancouver!” and after 97 years, Playland definitely knows all about fun in Vancouver. Our local amusement park is now open daily where you can enjoy swinging on Canada’s most extreme pendulum ride, The Beast, soaring above the clouds on the Atmosfear, twisting and turning […]

199sharesPirate Pak Day at White Spot is coming up this month as BC enjoys its favourite burger meal that supports an amazing local cause. Adults throughout the province can feel like a kid again when they enjoy an Adult Pirate Pak to support White Spot’s seventh annual charity initiative. Pirate Pak Day at White Spot […]

0sharesImmerse yourself in a virtual experience this summer with MIRAGE at Metropolis at Metrotown. Launching in June, this exciting visual, audio and digital experience runs until September 5, 2016. MIRAGE has been custom designed for Metropolis at Metrotown using state of the art projection technology and a mirrored ceiling and floor. Summer Installation at Metropolis […]

3sharesTalk about a hidden gem! This summer, tours will be given of Arthur Erickson’s garden, a secret oasis designed by the late, great architect. Erickson designed everything from Robson Square and the SFU quad to condos, temples, libraries, office buildings, and hotels — and they’re all some of the most recognizable structures in Vancouver, and […]

0sharesVancouver International Airport (“YVR”) is hosting its first-ever YVR Community Chill Out on August 13th at Flight Path Park in Richmond. This free family event will feature fun activities for all to enjoy, including the YVR Passport Challenge, where you can visit YVR’s community partners’ booths to get your Chill Out Passport stamped to win […]

0sharesFor the first time, Vancouver’s most stunning beach vista, Second Beach in Stanley Park, is being transformed into a music & art event produced by The Social Concierge. Oasis Beach Club on September 9th will benefit Canuck Place children and the families who love them. Oasis Beach Club Experience and define what it means to […]

1shareLast night, Howard’s Fireworks, representing Australia, lit up the skies of English Bay in Vancouver during the 26th Honda Celebration of Light. The Vancouver Police Department estimated that 300,000 people took to the shores for the spectacle. Vancouver Fireworks Photo of the Day Photo by Claude Martin on Flickr: There’s just one more night of […]

0sharesHaving recently posted about some of the top summer date night activities — that won’t cost you a thing — I came across a wonderful outdoor event that is bound to entertain. For the third year, the Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra is hosting a free, family-friendly summer evening of live music inspired by the classics and […]

0sharesThe Nanaimo Summertime Blues Festival is coming up August 26th to 28th at Maffeo Sutton Park on the waterfront, with special performances at The Queens downtown. I met Gerold Haukenfrers, president of the Nanaimo Blues Society, and musician Lazy Mike on my last trip to Vancouver Island’s blues capital. I made Lazy Mike work pretty […]

79sharesWorld famous SuperChefs are on their way to Surrey! The New York show will be at Central City on Friday and Saturday offering an unforgettable experience for local children. The SuperChefs and Central City are partnering to offer kids an unforgettable opportunity to discover how much fun they can have in the kitchen while learning […]