Ring in the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Pig at Vancouver’s historic Chinatown Spring Festival Parade/Chinese New Year Parade! This signature cultural event will feature lion dances, cultural dance troupes, marching bands, martial arts performances and much more.
46th Annual Parade in Chinatown
Where: Starting from Millennium Gate on Pender Street When: Sunday, February 10, 2019 at 11:00am
The 1.3-km long route starts at the Millennium Gate on Pender Street (between Shanghai Alley and Taylor Street), proceeds east along Pender Street, turns south onto Gore Street, turns west onto Keefer Street and then disperses on Keefer at Abbott.
This Chinese New Year Parade celebrates the new year of the Chinese lunar calendar and is a festive event for everyone to enjoy. As one of the three largest non-commercial annual parades in Vancouver, the parade features the largest assembly of traditional lion dance teams in Canada with dozens of colourful and energetic lions from various local fraternal and martial arts organizations.
The parade will feature 70 entries, bringing over 3,000 participants from various community and cultural groups. The multicultural dance troupes represent the diverse segments of our Canadian cultural heritage such as the Vancouver Police Department Motorcycle Drill Team, marching bands and various community groups. This fun, family-friendly cultural events attracts over 100,000 spectators along the route each year!
Join Vancouver TheatreSports (VTS) on Thursday, February 21 at 7:00pm for the maiden voyage of the comedy cruise ship ‘yeSyeS TheatreSports’ at Improv Voyage – a ‘three-hour- cruise’ special event. VTS’ home theatre, The Improv Centre (located on Granville Island), will be transformed into a cruise ship setting for this immersive, themed evening. On board you’ll meet all the crew one would expect to find: the comedic Captain and Cruise Director, along with a host of other embedded characters who will ensure an enjoyable experience of nautical fun for all guests.
Vancouver TheatreSports Improv Voyage
When: February 21st at 7:00pm Where: 1502 Duranleau St, Vancouver Tickets: Tickets available online
Once you’ve cleared security, join fellow passengers along the Promenade Deck for the ‘Mustard Drill’ or meander over to the Atrium to bid on one of the many ‘shorex’ (silent auction prize) packages offered at the Excursion Desk. Perhaps the Starlight Theatre is more to your liking where musical and improv comedy entertainment awaits your pleasure. Hungry? Wander over to the Captain’s Table in the Lounge where the insufferable Maître D’ is sure to insult you. If the weather is nice, enjoy the sunset from the ship’s bow as you sip on something suitably celebratory. VTS’ cruise photographer will be roving the decks to capture your special moments, or you may prefer a more formal portrait taken at the pop-up photo station.
Follow Vancouver TheatreSports on Facebook and Twitter for more information.
Canada’s largest speed dating company, Dashing Date, is hosting more 20 Dashing Date events happening across the country in 2019, marking their biggest Valentine’s Day celebration yet!
Valentine’s Day Speed Dating
Whether you’re taking a break from swiping or you’re looking for a serious relationship, they’ve been around long enough to know that your Happily Ever After can truly start here. Maybe it’s a gaze, a smile, or a silly joke – whatever the case, your story begins with human connection. This Valentine’s Day, be part of something real.
Im’, giving away a ticket to each of Dashing Date’s Happily Ever After Valentines Day events:
The first is for singles 25-32 on February 13, 2019 at 7:30pm, and the second is for single 32-42 on February 14, 2019 at 7:30pm. Here’s how you can enter to win your way in to these fun events:
Click below to get another entry by posting on Twitter:
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I will draw two winners (one for each event) at 12:00pm on Monday, February 4, 2019. Follow Dashing Date on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for more info.
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by Rebecca BollwittDisclosure: Sponsored Post — Views and opinions are my own. Experience sponsored by the Magnolia Hotel & Harbour Air Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.
I had no idea what Chaider was until the spicy aroma tickled my rosy red nose when I walked into the familiar warmth of the lobby at Victoria’s Magnolia Hotel & Spa. I has just wheeled my carry-on two blocks up Courtney Street from the Harbour Air Seaplane Terminal in the historic inner harbour on a blustery winter’s day. The glimmering urn next to the check-in counter contained chai-spiked cider, a twist on the usual welcoming beverage served up to all guests, and a taste of the hospitality and charm that has earned the hotel nation-wide awards and accolades.
I first visited the Magnolia on a girls weekend with Keira-Anne back in 2010. We spent the weekend alternating between spa flip flops (downstairs) and the slippers provided in our room, gazing out at the twinkling Legislature buildings. Since that time I have been back with John a few times for delicious menu introductions, romance packages, and even a few work trips (for both him and me).
Vancouver Whitecaps FC will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the 1979 NASL Soccer Bowl Championship by offering 1,979 tickets for the March 2, 2019 home opener for just $19.79.
Single match tickets for all 2019 matches go on sale this Thursday, January 31 at 10:00am. Fans can sign-up for the ‘Caps Insider to receive pre-sale access to single match tickets, starting on Monday, January 28, 2019.
Whitecaps FC open their 2019 MLS season at 3:00pm on Saturday, March 2 at BC Place as head coach Marc Dos Santos leads the team for the first time against Minnesota United FC. Last year, the ‘Caps set a club record for home opener attendance with a sold-out crowd of 27,837 watching a 2-1 victory over Montreal Impact.
Single match tickets will be available for purchase at all Ticketmaster Ticket Centres, online, or Charge-by-Phone at 1-855-6-GO-CAPS (1-855-646-2277). BCAA members receive access to exclusive ticket offers.
Season ticket membership delivers the best deal on tickets for the 2019 season, providing access to every home match, as well as 15% off merchandise, special deals on Whitecaps FC Skills Camps presented by Bell, exclusive discounts with pub partners, and priority to Cascadia away tickets and member-only events.
