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Plant-Based Design
April 21, 2024
Here’s where you can buy plants/flowers in Gastown. Freshen up your space with some fresh plant
Cleanup Party
April 12, 2024
The annual Gastown Cleanup Party returns on Friday, April 26 from 3pm-5pm.
Where to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Gastown
March 6, 2024
On Sunday March 17th, the neighbourhood will be alive with shamrocks, shenanigans and a whole lot
Water Street Repairs
January 31, 2024
The City of Vancouver is planning on completing interim paver repair work on Water St from
New Arrivals: 2024 Edition
January 24, 2024
Discover these new business openings around the neighbourhood.
Hot Chocolate Fest x Gastown
January 22, 2024
Here’s what Gastown cafes are serving up for the 14th Annual Hot Chocolate Fest (and they
Dryuary
January 8, 2024
Gastown bars are taking Dry January by storm with these zero-proof cocktails.
2023: Year In Review
December 22, 2023
As we put this chapter to a close, it’s time to look back on the truly
Sip & Shop West Cordova
November 28, 2023
On Friday Dec. 1, sip and shop with your fav shops on the 400 block of
Pop-Up State of Mind
November 28, 2023
A note for the trendsetters: Find these holiday pop-up markets around town.
Gastown Magazine FW2023
November 27, 2023
Vancouver’s newest lifestyle and culture magazine focused obsessively on the city’s original neighbourhood.
Extra! Extra! Read All About It.
November 23, 2023
Launching Gastown Magazine in true style. Ft: Timbertrain Coffee, Lee’s Donuts, and a whole lot of
Gastown Thursday Nights: Holiday Edition
November 22, 2023
Catch live entertainment and late night shopping every Thursday
from Nov. 30 – Dec. 21.
Miracle in Gastown
November 17, 2023
Clough Club is bringing the holidays to the heart of Gastown
Kiss Me In Gastown
November 8, 2023
Kiss Me In Gastown returns. Find mistletoe swags around the ‘town.
Still Glowing Strong
October 26, 2023
The Lumière Festival returns to Vancouver with a series of public artworks inspired by light and
Croissant Crawl
October 19, 2023
Check out these three too-good-to-be-true croissants. They’re not messing around…
In the Public Realm
August 24, 2023
Here’s a snapshot of our current journey to revitalize Gastown, the key milestones, our progress, and
Gastown Thursday Nights
May 20, 2025
The free pop-up music series is back every Thursday from 4-7pm. With live music on every
Gastown Sunday Set: Free Transit
May 11, 2025
Get a free transit pass on Sundays during your next Gastown vist from one of these
Gastown Sunday Set: Free Parking
May 10, 2025
Your first three hours of parking are free every Sunday.
Mother’s Day in Gastown
May 7, 2025
From brunch to bold gifts, we’ve curated the perfect Gastown day for the icon in your
Tourism Challenge 2025
April 14, 2025
The Tourism Challenge returns from April 19 – May 31, 2025.
St. Paddy’s Day Street Party
March 5, 2025
The street festival returns to Carrall St on March 17 from 12 PM – 8 PM.
Vancouver Cocktail Week In Gastown
February 26, 2025
From March 2-9. A note for the cocktail drinker: this is your spot.
Light Lane: Pedal Powered Art
February 24, 2025
A limited-time art installation at 1 Alexander St
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