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Free Ice Skating in Downtown Vancouver
GE Plaza Ice Rink is under the dome at downtown Vancouver's Robson Square Ice skating outdoors anywhere is a real treat, but ice skating outdoors in the centre of downtown Vancouver, surrounded by...
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Free Olympic Parties: Robson Square / GE Plaza
Robson Square Celebration Site Along with LiveCity, downtown Vancouver’s Robson Square Celebration Site—located right in front of the Vancouver Art Gallery on Robson Street—is one of the Olympic party...
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Robson Square: Antidote to Olympic Burnout
A First Nations drum and dance group performs outside the Robson Square ice rink. Stay calm. Take a deep breath. What you’re experiencing is perfectly normal. There’s even a name for it: Olympic...
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My best Olympic line-up: Shane Koyczan’s book signing
Shane Koyczan reading in front of Chapters on Robson I only heard about it this morning: Shane Koyczan, possibly North America’s most famous poet since Robert Frost thanks to his Opening Ceremonies...
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Celebrating the Olympics’ Last Night at Robson Square – Vancouver’s Biggest...
Massive crowds gather for the last night of the Vancouver Olympics at Robson Square, in front of the Vancouver Art Gallery In all the years that I’ve lived in the Vancouver, I have never seen anything...
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Robson Square, LiveCity Downtown, Royal Canadian Mint Pavilion & More – Free...
Robson Square Celebration Site will reopen March 8 - 21 for the Vancouver 2010 Paralympics Last night, my girlfriends and I got together for dinner and the conversation kept straying back to the one...
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Olympic Fun without the Lines: Paralympic Opening Day in Robson Square
14-time Olympic gold medalist Chantal Petitclerc takes the Paralympic flame at Robson Square. Only in the wake of an event like the Olympics could this scene make sense. I was in Robson Square this...
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Last Call for Olympic and Paralympic Fun
Sunday marks the end of more than a month of Olympic and Paralympic revelry in Vancouver. After that, the banners come down, the athletes pack up and the pavilions close their doors for good. But...
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Holiday Skating at Robson Square
Over the holiday break, bring your skates and sense of balance to Robson Square for free skating and live music! Robson square is in the heart of the city on Robson St. (between Howe and Hornby). The...
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Olympic Anniversary Celebrations Kick Off in Vancouver
The streets were alive with Olympic spirit once again in downtown Vancouver for the one-year anniversary of the 2010 Winter Games. I found myself on Robson St. and Granville St. finding golden moments...
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Vancouver by Trolley – Stop 4 Vancouver Art Gallery
This is the fourth of a series of blog posts, detailing some of the many things to do along the Vancouver Trolley line. This article is cross-posted on the Vancouver Trolley blog. It was another...
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Vancouver by Trolley – Stop 9 Sutton Place
I luckily chose one of the sunny days to be a tourist this week and hopped off the Trolley at Stop #9, the Sutton Place, to explore what the bustling corner of Burrard and Robson had to offer. As it...
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Vancouver by Trolley – Stop 10 Blue Horizon
Vancouver’s Robson Street is famous for a reason. Not only does it have boutique shops and designer stops along each block, but it’s also one of the most bustling downtown areas in the city. Robson...
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Free Ballroom Dancing in Robson Square
Photo: DanceSportBC Last week, when I wrote my post on 10 Free Things to Do in Vancouver This August, I got lots of great comments adding more “summer freebies” (as Remy calls them) to my list. There...
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Free Ice Skating at Robson Square Returns December 1
Free Ice Skating at Robson Square Since its re-opening for the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics, the Robson Square Ice Rink (located at 800 Robson Street, across from the Vancouver Art Gallery) has...
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http://www.flickr.com/photos/gentleman_gangsta/4234181087/ Time to lace up the skates. Today is the official opening of the ice rink at Robson Square (even though it’s actually been open to skaters...
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Public Karaoke
You know that expression, “go sing it from the rooftops”? Well, here’s your chance to do just that – except replace “rooftops” with “the centre of Vancouver’s downtown core”. This upcoming Sunday, the...
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Top 5 Family-Friendly Vancouver New Year’s Eve Events
Fire spinning. Photo credit: Mount Seymour The kiddos will go to bed long before midnight, but Vancouver families have plenty of opportunities to head out early and attend a family-friendly New Year’s...
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Style Meets Sustainability at Vancouver Eco Fashion Week: April 21-24 At...
Photo credit: Peter Jensen Products made within tight parameters tend to show more creativity. Take food carts, for example. Compress the production space and the results are original and irresistibly...
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Sunday Afternoon Salsa at Robson Square
Photo credit: Marcin Chady | Flickr Looking to spice up your Sunday? Well look no further than Robson Square, where Sunday Afternoon Salsa is back for the summer. Sunday Afternoon Salsa is a series of...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
This mid-November weekend is full of outdoor and indoor events in Vancouver. From arts & crafts, skating, ballet, movies & short films, theatre, winter market, whisky tasting, and innovator...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
This weekend may begin with Friday the 13th, but is full of activities, events, markets, theatre shows, and Christmas comedy – a guaranteed fun weekend! Take your pick on where to begin! Read on of...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
The last weekend before Christmas! Since you are done all your holiday shopping (right?), take advantage of all the events Vancouver is offering! Read on for our roundup of things to do in Vancouver...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
Welcome to the first weekend of 2014! Make it a memorable one and check out some of our top picks for events happening around Metro Vancouver! Friday January 3rd Luminescence & the...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
From food trucks to symphony to burlesque, there’s something for everyone this weekend. Check out our top picks for events happening around Metro Vancouver! Friday January 10th Creative Mornings:...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
Performing arts, historical walking tours, diving, circus, food festivals… this weekend is full of things to do for everyone in the family. Check out our top picks for events happening around Metro...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
What do motorcycles, hot chocolate, and performance arts have in common? They’re all happening this weekend! Check out our top picks for events happening around Metro Vancouver this Friday through...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
Spend this weekend with all the loves in your life with comedy, food events, performing arts, and more Olympic related activities! Read on for our top picks for events happening around Metro...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
Symphony orchestra performances, Olympic celebrations, arts festivals, chef guided tours… Read on for our top picks for events happening around Metro Vancouver this Friday through Sunday! Team...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
From the wine festival to opera, and performing arts to Oscar viewing parties, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Read on for our top picks for events happening around Metro Vancouver this...
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Summer Sizzle: Free Salsa and Ballroom Dancing at Vancouver’s Robson Square
Photo credit: John Bollwitt | Flickr Ready to salsa, tango and rumba and waltz? Free salsa and ballroom dancing is being offered at Vancouver’s Robson Square, Fridays and Sundays throughout the summer....
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
Gear up for an epic BC Day long weekend with Pride, festivals, and lots of dancing! Read on for our top picks for things to do in Vancouver this weekend! Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Monday Photo...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
Another gorgeous forecast ahead! Read on for our top picks for things to do in Vancouver this weekend! Friday | Saturday | Sunday top of page Friday August 8th Photo Credit – 11th Annual Richmond...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
Loads of community festivals and outdoor concerts happening around the Metro Vancouver area this Friday through Sunday. Read on for our top picks for things to do in Vancouver this weekend! Friday |...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
So much to do, so little time! Start planning now with our top picks for things to do in Vancouver this weekend! Friday | Saturday | Sunday Photo Credit – Animation Revolution (facebook) Anime...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
Happy Labour Day weekend! Plan the last long weekend of the summer with our top picks for things to do in Vancouver this weekend, Friday through Monday! Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Monday...
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Etsy Canada to host offline pop-up market at Robson Square
Love My Local will be selling their province-themed cheeseboards at Etsy: Made in Canada When it comes to online shopping for homemade, vintage and offbeat goodies Etsy has the internet market...
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Free Ice Skating Returns to Vancouver’s Robson Square
The Robson Square Ice Rink during the 2010 Olympics. Photo credit: Tim Shields | Flickr One of the best deals for holiday fun in Vancouver is back. The Robson Square Ice Rink reopens for its 2014-2015...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
Merry Christmas! Start planning the weekend after your Christmas get-togethers… read on for our top picks for things to do in Vancouver from Boxing Day Friday to Sunday! Tourism Vancouver’s Visitor...
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Happy New Year! Start planning your first weekend of 2015… read on for our top picks for things to do in Vancouver this Friday through Sunday! For New Year’s Events – click here! Tourism Vancouver’s...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
The forecast says no fog for this weekend! Get out there and enjoy everything from comedy and improv to art and farmers markets. Read on for our top picks for things to do in Vancouver this Friday...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
This weekend features a great variety for everyone of all ages, including culinary events, comedy, music, and hockey! Read on for our top picks for things to do in Vancouver this Friday through...
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Lots of festivals and shows this weekend for the whole family! How many events will you attend? Read on for our top picks for things to do in Vancouver this Friday through Sunday! Photo Credit –...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
Don’t miss out on the last few days for this year’s Dine Out Vancouver Festival, plus lots of art and music-related events this Friday through Sunday. Read on for our top picks for things to do in...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
Happy Valentine’s Day weekend! Take your loved ones out and about everywhere this weekend; there’s something for everyone of all ages! Read on for our top picks for things to do in Vancouver this...
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Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend
Photo: Andre Blanchard Happy Chinese and Lunar New Year! Don’t miss out on the celebrations and festivals around Metro Vancouver this weekend. Read on for our top picks for things to do in...
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11 Spots to Unwind With A Book in Vancouver
Populist is Vancouver’s cinematic city guide, showcasing everything that’s happening in the city through video – Your hub for where to go, what to do and who to see. Populist is run by Film and TV...
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Robson Square Ice Rink opens for 2016 season of free ice skating
Image courtesy of spantossed | Flickr.com Need a date night idea this holiday season? Or, maybe a way to keep your kids busy for a couple of hours? Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink will be opening...
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Snow Days in Vancouver
Light Walk at Grouse Mountain Photo: Rob Weiss SNOW. Unlike our friendly neighbours to the east, snow in Vancouver is an anomaly, a rare occurrence to be treasured and enjoyed. Although for many...
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Lacing Up at Robson Square
Robson Square Skating Rink Photo: Rob Weiss Spending my early childhood years in Calgary, Alberta, I was never far from the ice. Growing up at the local outdoor skating rink I spent my formative years...
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