With Christmas coming up next weekend this week’s activities include a lot of festive festivities. Thursday Dec 15 – ongoing, through the Holidays are a number of festive fun activities including Vancouver Christmas Market, The Peak of Christmas at Grouse Mountain, Capilano Suspension Bridge’s Canyon Lights, VanDusen Festival of Lights, Bloedel Conservatory Jewel Box of…
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Bright Nights in Stanley Park 2011
With two millions lights twinkling in the forest it’s hard to miss Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Returning for its 14th year, this annual fundraiser for the British Columbia Professional Firefighter’s Burn Fund is a family favourite. Assembled by Vancouver Park Board and local Firefighters the grove surrounding the Miniature Railway is transformed into a…
Hyatt Regency Vancouver – Gingerbread Lane 2011
Hyatt Regency Vancouver‘s Annual Gingerbread Lane has become a holiday tradition for many locals and visitors. Over 40 gingerbread houses have been created by schools and colleges, amateur and professional chefs from around the city. Included in this year’s Lane is the live sized gingerbread house, the gigantic confection contains 1400 egg white, 300 of…
What’s On Weekend – December 8 – 10, 2011
I’m sure for many, shopping for Christmas presents will be a top activity this weekend but there’s still other leisurely activities to delight. Thursday Dec 8 – performing the first of three nights at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Sting brings his Back To Bass tour to the stage. – also performing multiple nights the Vancouver Men’s…
Masik
Recently Vancouver Fashion Week was hosted in the impressive Masik Studios, home to the collection and workspace of renowed artist Pamela Masik. At an impressive 14,000 sqare feet with high ceilings, a large main hall and various smaller spaces, it is a rare find in Vancouver. Masik Studio hosts some of the city’s premier events…
What’s On Weekend – December 1-4, 2011
Yes, can you believe it! It’s December already! I’m sure everyone’s calendars are filling up but here’s some more fun things to add to the list. Thurday Dec 1 – Head up to Grouse Mountain, the Peak of Christmas, for some wintertime fun, ice skating, sleighrides, skiing, snowboarding, Santa and starting off tonight, the Parade…
Contest: Art For Life – Fine Art Auction
This Saturday bring some art into your life at the 18th Annual Art For Life Fine Art Auction. Vancouver’s top artists and galleries have donated over 100 pieces of art, valued over $200,000, which will be sold in live and silent auctions throughout the evening. These generous donations mean 100% off the art sales will…