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Big Hearts in Gastown: Aveda Hosting Annual Celebration for Clean Water
April 2, 2014
Clean water is something we take for granted. Aveda Institute is on a quest to help
Gastown Shop Hop is Coming Back for 2014!
March 26, 2014
Mark your calendars! The Gastown Shop Hop is coming back on Thursday, April 10 from 5-9
Gastown Style Scene: Custom Made Fashion
March 20, 2014
Original and one of a kind fashion can be discovered at almost every corner of Gastown’s
10 Places to Help You Redecorate
March 13, 2014
With the Spring season quickly approaching, now is the perfect time to
Celebrating 95 Years of Business in Gastown: A Look Back at The Army & Navy Department Store
March 4, 2014
Just five years shy of turning one century, Army and Navy is going strong after 95
Nike Take Over in Livestock Gastown
February 26, 2014
Livestock has teamed up with Nike to host an in store take over in Gastown.
Ethically Made Fashion in Gastown
February 25, 2014
Gastown is one of the only neighbourhoods where you will find an exciting collection of independent
Gastown's John Fluevog Shoes in Timo Weiland Fall 2014 Women Ready-To-Wear
February 14, 2014
John Fluevog’s shoes have graced the runways this week! John Fluevog was
Gastown Style Scene: Fashion on a Budget
February 13, 2014
As one of the most stylish neighbourhoods in the world, Gastown is home to a handful
4 Gifts to Give Your Valentine
February 12, 2014
Valentine’s Day is the best time to show your appreciation with a gift that is classic
My Gastown Valentine Instagram Contest
January 31, 2014
It’s almost time to celebrate the most romantic holiday of the year! In honour of Valentine’s
Lingerie for a Cause: You & Her Fundraiser in Gastown
January 29, 2014
On Wednesday, February 12, from 7:30 – 10:30 p.m. new lingerie brand, you&her, will be hosting
Gastown Style Scene: Streetwear Fashion
January 24, 2014
Vancouver has definitely embraced urban street fashion in the past couple of years, and it’s no
Gastown Style Scene: Tees Designed in Our Hood
January 14, 2014
The “cool” T-shirt movement is continuing to make a presence. Walk around the neighbourhood and you’ll
Gastown Style Scene: Fashion From Our Backyard
January 10, 2014
When it comes to shopping and style, you can always find an amazing range of independent
Meet Tracy Newton, Lead Educator at Aveda Institute
January 7, 2014
Tracy Newton has eight years of hairstyling experience under her belt and is currently the Lead
Gastown's Holiday Gift Guide: Last Minute Stocking Stuffers
December 20, 2013
Exactly five days until Christmas! For anyone that is shopping at the eleventh hour, check out
DRESSED TO THE NINES: Stylish Party Wear in Gastown
December 12, 2013
Deck the halls, and deck yourself to the nines – it’s finally the
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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