Summer in the West End: Information for Business Owners
There's always something happening in the West End...
We’ve got an action-packed summer ahead of us here in the West End. Read below to see what we’ve got planned, and how you can get involved.
Evo Summer Cinema
July 4th – August 22nd
Movies will be shown every Tuesday night in July and August (weather permitting) at Second Beach in Stanley Park. All movies start after sunset.
Get Involved: Got swag? Donate a cool, branded item to our VIP tote bags or a coupon. Quantity required, 250.
We’re also thrilled to be featuring a Dinner & a Movie campaign, as well as a promotional West End pre-movie video.
Honda Celebration of Light
July 22nd, July 26th and July 29th
The Honda Celebration of Light returns to English Bay this summer with Australia, Mexico, and the Philippines bringing their pyrotechnic best to the West End.
Get Involved: Host a performer, musician or activation outside your business or operate a sidewalk food stand by applying for a temporary food permit, participate in the WEBIA x HCOL staff discount pass, or offer a special promotion.
Vancouver Pride
July 28th – August 6th
The Vancouver Pride Parade will take place Sunday August 6th at noon. The parade will now begin at Denman and Davie Streets, with the new route following along Beach and Pacific Avenues, dispersing at Cambie Street.
Some of Pride’s most-loved events are staying within Davie Village, including the Terry Wallace Memorial Breakfast on Saturday, Aug. 5th, as well as the Bute Lounge, which has a diverse line-up of programming and will operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday during Pride Weekend, as well as the weekend prior.
Various placemaking and programming opportunities are being explored with many different groups and partners, such as Fleurs de Villes, to bring back the colourful, Pride-themed pop-up floral installations.
Get Involved: Host a performer or musician outside your business, offer a Pride special promotion or decorate your storefront in Pride fashion.
Car Free Day
September 24th, 12 – 7pm
The annual Car Free Day Festival returns to the West End, transforming Denman Street into a pedestrian’s paradise. With locally-based vendors, a variety of programming and entertainment, along with opportunities for community participation, there’s something for everyone.
Get Involved: Apply to be a vendor (20 complimentary spots available for WEBIA businesses) or offer a special promotion.
Vancouver Mural Fest
August 4th – 13th
The highly anticipated Vancouver Mural Festival returns for a 10-day summer celebration of art, daily mural tours, live performances, public talks and more. We will be creating two new murals in the West End this year. Details to be announced soon.
Plaza Programming
Jim Deva Plaza
Art from the Heart
Paint at the Plaza with Art from the Heart, is also returning for 7 guided painting classes on designated Thursday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. Dates are June 8th & 22nd, July 6th & 20th, Aug. 10th & 24th and special June themed session on Aug. 3rd.
New Gen. Collective Market
On Friday nights, the New Gen. Collective Market will be popping up from 6 to 10 p.m. now through August. Experience a variety of locally-based vendors and shop local in this space every other week. Confirmed dates are July 27th, July 21st.
The New Gen. Collective Market will also be hosting a bi-weekly Games Night in the Jim Deva Plaza. Confirmed dates are July 13th and July 27th.
Pacific Arts Market
The Pacific Arts Market will be popping up on select Saturdays now through August. Confirmed dates: July 8th (1 – 5pm) and August 3rd (5 – 9pm).
Afternoon Chess with the West End Seniors Network
Bring your own board and play chess in the Jim Deva Plaza. This event is for all ages and abilities.
Morton Park
Bike Valet
On Saturday, July 1, the West End BIA will launch our first summer-long Bike Valet service. Park your bike at Morton Park for free on Saturdays throughout summer from 10am – 6pm. Confirmed dates are as followed: July 1st, 8th, and 15th, August 5th and 26th, and September 2nd and 9th.
The Girls Next Door Market
The Girls Next Door Market will be popping up in Morton Park on select weekends now through September. Upcoming dates: July 30th, August 27th and September 30th.
Important Links:
Car Free Day
Apply to be a vendor: https://airtable.com/shrQ7kUU0d1zb2m7q
Car Free Day/ Celebration of Light
Apply for a temporary food permit: www.vch.ca/en/service/temporary-events-markets-permits
