This year, a beautiful tradition from Lyon, France has made its way to Vancouver, Lumière Festival illuminates Yaletown and The West End this December 11 – 13. Finding inspiration in the memories of Fête des Lumières visits of his youth, Lumière Festival Vancouver Society founding director Stephane Mouttet says “It has been my dream to bring…
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Top 6 Christmas Light Displays 2014
As the Holidays draw near, the City begins to have an added twinkle as people and places light up their businesses and homes. Some of the brightest and most festive displays are opening to the public in the coming weeks, here’s a list of a half dozen spots to enjoy the twinkle of Christmas Lights:…
Light up your life at Van Dusen Garden Festival Of Light
In Vancouver to have snow on the ground and icy ponds would be a highlight of a starry Christmas season evening stroll but at Van Dusen Gardens’ Festival of Lights it’s hard to outshine the brilliant displays. Millions of lights adorn the gardens, transforming the botanical gem into a sparkling Holiday jewel. Be on the…
Yaletown becomes Candytown – November 23
After an estimated 15,000 people turned out last year, CandyTown returns for a second edition. From noon until 9pm tomorrow, Saturday November 23, Yaletown is transformed with hundreds of lights, lamp poles turned candy canes, and thousands of people filling Mainland Street. Costumed characters, street performers and musicians will be stationed amongst the Christmas craft…
Live At Squamish 2012 Line-up Announced!
It’s official! The 2012 Live At Squamish music line-up was announced at a launch part at Commodore Ballroom featuring performances by Current Swell and The Matinée. A few hundred people showed up to see brand.LIVE and Live Nation present a video introduction of the bands scheduled to perform at this year’s festival. For it’s third…
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge
Capilano Suspension Bridge – Canyon Lights A holiday tradition on the North Shore, Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge are a festive wonder and an adrenaline thrill all at the same time. Thousands of lights adorn the forested trails around the world famous suspension bridge. The bridge itself glows with light as it streaks through…
What On Weekend – year end 2011
With Christmas upon us, most people will be spending time with family and friends. However next weekend is the weekend we should be planning now…if you haven’t already. Let’s take a look at what’s happening around town for the festive party season! Ongoing Festive Festivities: – ongoing, through the Holidays are a number of festive…