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Bhangra beats take over Vancouver from lunch until late May 30 – June 8 May, 18 2013 > Click to expand
One of Vancouver’s telltale signs of spring is back. The 9th annual HSBC City of Bhangra Festival runs from May 30 – June 8. Punctuated by colour and rhythm the festival attracts bhangra groups from as far as Brazil, India … Continue reading
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New Life-Sized Statues Coming to Stanley Park May, 18 2013 > Click to expand
Harry Jerome is about to get some company. The statue of the famous Canadian runner, which stands at Brockton Point in Stanley Park, will soon be joined by a statue of a very different Canadian icon, a 19th-century whaler named … Continue reading
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    Featured Attractions & Activities

    Just a taste of the wide breadth of things there are to do in Vancouver. From suspension bridges to aquariums to festivals and gardens, this is a great sampling of Vancouver to whet your appetite. To get even deeper, and discover all about Vancouver's gardens or outdoor adventure activities, check out one of the other sections below.
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  • Get the Inside Scoop on Vancouver

    Browse our blog Inside Vancouver, read about some of our favourite places in the city, and maybe learn something new or discover a hidden gem in Vancouver.
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  • Activities & Attractions

    So much to do, so little time. From city pursuits like cooking classes, museums, galleries and more, to outdoor thrills like whale watching, white water rafting, deep sea fishing, zip-trekking and more, there's never a shortage of activity in and around Vancouver. The sky's the limit, and even then, where there's a will there's a way (and a helicopter to take you up).
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  • Entertainment

    While Vancouver might best be known for its pretty face, its heart and soul is never more evident than in the many events - cultural, sporting and other -- that light up the city's days and nights. From Canucks fever to gallery shows and big name acts taking the stage, Vancouver's cultural scene is up and coming, and coming up strong.
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  • Explore

    One of Vancouver's greatest strengths is its diversity, and whether you're visiting for a day or a month, there is plenty to explore. Pack a picnic and enjoy one of the city's many botanical gardens, hop onto a boat and go whale watching just minutes from the city, or explore the many landmark sights of the city - there's so much to see.
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  • Relax

    Vacations are supposed to be relaxing. So after you've gone to that museum and scored every deal along Robson, why not unwind? Nothing beats sitting by the surf at an ocean beach but Vancouver's also full of spas, and if your form of relaxation involves smores and tents, well, there's plenty of spots just outside Vancouver for that too.
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  • Calendar of Events

    Want to keep on top of the shows, festivals, and events happening in Vancouver? With Tourism Vancouver's interactive event calendar you can slap in your vacation dates and figure out whether you'll be catching Shakespeare or Madonna. Check back often as this calendar is frequently updated.
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  • Local's Insight

    Whether written by a well-known local blogger, or by a local expert, we're sure you'll enjoy reading about some of the things that make these people glad to call Vancouver home.
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