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Design & Gather September
September 14, 2022
Check out these upcoming art and culture events and speaker series coming to Gastown this September.
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
For House and Home – Interior Design Shopping In Gastown
September 27, 2017
This weekend brings the annual Vancouver Interior Design Show where designers, artists, makers and design-centric
Finding Interior Design Inspiration in Gastown
September 25, 2015
This week, design enthusiasts are coming together to experience the world of design. IDS West, Western
Gastown Artist/Designer exhibits “Sense of Silence” in Fluevog’s Flagship store Pt 2
September 17, 2015
Fluevog is no stranger to exhibiting astonishing works. On Tuesday September 17th, a collaborative sculpture called
Gastown Artist/Designer exhibits “Sense of Silence” in Fluevog’s Flagship store
September 16, 2015
Fluevog’s flagship space has displayed astonishing art pieces in-store, and this month, they’re welcoming “Sense of
Anna Kosturova Designs for the Free Spirit
March 26, 2015
Even without formal education, a designer can still thrive. Case in point, Anna Kosturova,
Designer, Pierre Derreumaux Curates a Unique Home Collection at Espace d.
March 10, 2015
Pierre Derreumaux has a forte for home décor. For years, he used his design
Gastown Resident, Gaby Bayona, Designs for the Modern Bride
January 21, 2015
Gone are the days of poofy dresses and cascading veils. Today’s bride is veering
Designer Clayton Evans Creates Fashion with Intrigue
October 22, 2014
Self-taught Montreal designer, Clayton Evans is garnering attention from Tokyo, Paris and New York
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 Urban Design Study
January 1, 1970
A new transportation/streets & spaces plan currently being prepared by the City of Vancouver sparked 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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