Things to Do in Vancouver
By Dana Lynch, About.com Guide to Vancouver
Home to world-class festivals, events, shopping, restaurants, and attractions, there's always something fun and exciting to do in Vancouver.
- Annual Festivals & Special Events
- Holidays & Celebrations
- Eating & Drinking
- Shopping
- Attractions & Landmarks
Annual Festivals & Special Events
Plan ahead with a monthly calendar of Vancouver events and profiles of the city's biggest special events and annual festivals.
- This Month in Vancouver
- Vancouver 2010 Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games
- Film Festivals
- FUSE at the Vancouver Art Gallery
- Dine Out Vancouver
- TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival
- Car-Free Festivals
- Vancouver Folk Music Festival
- HSBC Celebration of Light - Vancouver's International Fireworks Competition
- Vancouver Pride Parade & Festival
- Christmas & Holiday Attractions, Parades & Festivals
Holidays & Celebrations
Find special activities and ideas for holidays and celebrations in Vancouver.
Eating & Drinking
As multicultural and diverse as Vancouver is, there is one thing all Vancouverites can agree on: We love to eat out! Find a restaurant for any budget, mood or craving.
Shopping
Love to shop? Vancouver has something for everyone, whether you're looking for high-end glamour, great deals, or hard-to-find imports.
- Top 10 Places to Shop in Vancouver
- Gift Guide: Top 10 Places to Buy Gifts
- Robson Street & Downtown Vancouver
- South Granville
- W 4th Avenue
- Chinatown
- Punjabi Market (Little India)
- Granville Island Public Market
- Vancouver Farmers' Markets
- Metropolis at Metrotown
- Vancouver Discount Stores
Attractions & Landmarks
Find profiles, walking tours and photos of attractions and landmarks around Vancouver.
