Gastown is forever changing; such is the nature of consistency. Reliable? Of course. A discovery? Always.
Here’s a rundown of the the current happenings within Gastown and the latest newcomers to call the neighbourhood home.
Thursday is the new Saturday with Gastown Thursday Nights
Next event is July 25 5pm-9pm
This month brings our second night in our new summer event series: Gastown Thursday Nights. Gastown is the place to be on the last Thursday of July and August 2019 with solid shopping, sales, in-store events, music, and fantastic food. Stay tuned by following our event page here.
The 2019 Global Relay Gastown Grand Prix
Wednesday, July 10th 5.30pm
This July 10th, the cobblestones in Gastown will rattle as pro class cyclists from around the world compete in North America’s largest criterium race. The Global Relay Gastown Grand Prix, now in its 45th year, transforms the neighbourhood into a streetwide race track that see riders speeding by at up to 60km/hour. It ‘s thrilling to watch and free to attend. The GGP boasts the highest one day prize purse for both the winning prize and total prize purse for a Canadian Criterium. With over 20,000 spectators in attendance it’s sure to be an electrifying experience. A criterium, or crit, is a bike race consisting of several laps around a closed circuit, the length of each lap or circuit ranging from about 800 m to 10,000 m. In addition to the race, riders compete for bonus prizes (primes) consisting of cash and equipment.
Wednesday, July 10
17:30
YOUTH RACE
Watch the next generation of athletes compete on the same course as the professionals.
17:55
OPENING CEREMONIES
Welcoming remarks from our partners and national anthem.
18:15
PRO WOMEN RACE
40 laps
19:30
PRO MEN RACE
50 laps
21:00
AWARDS CEREMONIES
Top 3 Men & Women in their respective races.
Now Open
Roma Fashion Boutique
#235 – 332 Water Street
Recently opened in the Le Magasin Building on Water Street, Roma Fashion sells Italian and European clothing and accessories for men and women. The boutique carries lines that are known and available only in Europe, with many pieces that stand out among the pack. Expect glittery party dresses, Italian stacked heel oxfords and plush loafers, long, flowing and billowy all black/white oversize shirts, dresses and rompers, and solid coloured stretch cotton t-shirts.
