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Tattoo Guide
May 15, 2024
Ink in Gastown: Your Ultimate Guide to Tattoo Studios and Artists
Shape The Future
May 20, 2020
A new transportation/streets & spaces plan currently being prepared by the City of Vancouver sparked the
COVID-19 Advisory
March 17, 2020
During these times of uncertainty please stay safe and healthy, Gastown! Please keep in mind this
Kiss me sweetheart! A brief history of mistletoe.
December 6, 2019
Where would we be without tradition? With the holiday season in full swing, and Christmas
This Week In Gastown: October 14 – 20
October 14, 2019
Happy Thanksgiving! HALLOWEEN MYSTERY NIGHTS MONDAY, OCTOBER 14 7 PM Solve a murder mystery and
Dressing Like A Cherry Blossom
April 26, 2019
The Invasion of The Cherry Blossoms! What a delight they are, and truly, some of the
Gastown Tattoo Artists Appearing at The 2019 Vancouver Tattoo & Design Show
April 18, 2019
Gastown is full of artists. Creativity is drawn to the neighbourhood to thrive within
Letter re: Latest Provincial Health Order
September 14, 2018
This week’s public health order resulted in immediate, sector-specific closures. The Gastown BIA, along with the
Open With Care Tool Kit
May 16, 2018
Collateral Material – Order Here! As our businesses continue to #openwithcare, we have put together the
Setting the Stage at Gastown’s Vancouver Film School
July 28, 2017
Gastown is always changing yet still stays the same. The neighbourhood is home to a hive
Local Guide
December 17, 2014
Excuse us while we wax nostalgic. There’s something about this time of year that inspires us
Gastown Grand Prix Race Day Specials
October 8, 2014
For one day, the storied streets of Gastown are transformed into one of the fastest and
Getting to Gastown
March 29, 2011
HOW TO GET TO GASTOWN Close to everything, Gastown is surrounded by popular hotels, Canada Place,
Gastown Urban Design Study
January 1, 1970
A new transportation/streets & spaces plan currently being prepared by the City of Vancouver sparked the
Patiotown 2022
January 1, 1970
Patios of Gastown: Alibi Room Address: 157 Alexander Street, Vancouver Phone: 604-623-3383 Sidewalk Patio | Covered | Pet Friendly
Christmas Movie Marathon
January 1, 1970
Come binge out on Christmas cinematic classics at The Lamplighter from 6pm-2am. No cover.
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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