Vancouver June 2014 Events

Every month, the Cit compiles a list of Vancouver’s must-see events. This makes it easy to ensure that you’re always around ‘n about town experiencing all that vivacious Vancouver has to offer. We’ve drawn from various sources to make this calendar your monthly go-to list for all things Vancouver. The Cit is pleased to release the June edition of your Vancouver Social Calendar. As always, if you have an event you’d like us to include, share.

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North Shore Green Markets
When: Every Friday from 5-10pm
Where: Shipbuilders Square, North Van
What: Over 50 vendors + 15 food trucks + live music + local breweries on tap
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City of Bhangra Festival
When: May 29 – June 7
Where: Various locations
What: Dance party & music festival showcasing the culture of the Punjab regions of India & Pakistan
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Vancouver Craft Beer Week
When: May 30 – June 7
What: Various locations
Where: 60 breweries + 30 venues + 9 days of beer
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The Ultimate Block Party at The BMW Store
When: June 7
What: A free community block party
Where: 5th Avenue between Burrard and Pine
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In the House Festival
When: June 6-8
Where: Various locations
What: Music + dance + magic + comedy + burlesque + more all performed at houses throughout Vancouver
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Italian Day on the Drive
When: June 8
Where: Commercial Drive
What: Street festival celebrating Italian food + culture + fashion + performing arts
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Veg Expo 2014
When: June 8
Where: Canada Place
What: Day-long event celebrating everything vegan and vegetarian
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International Summer Night Market
When: Every Fri, Sat, Sun until Sept 14
Where: 12631 Vulcan Way, Richmond
What: Multicultural market + live entertainment + food + more
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Bard on the Beach
When: June 11 – Sept 20
Where: Vanier Park
What: Shakespeare festival on Vancouver’s waterfront
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Car Free Vancouver Day
When: June 15
Where: Commercial Drive, West End, Main Street & Kitsilano
What: Community-driven car-free festival in Vancouver
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Festival d’été francophone de Vancouver
When: June 19-26
Where: Various locations
What: Festival celebrating French-Canadian arts, culture & heritage
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Dragon Boat Festival
When: June 20-23
Where: Creekside Community Centre & False Creek
What: World-class dragon boat races + live entertainment + visual arts displays + food + family activities
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Vancouver International Jazz Festival
When: June 20 – July 1
Where: Various locations
What: Over 300 jazz concerts in 35 venues throughout the Lower Mainland
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Scandinavian Midsummer Festival
When: June 21 & 22
Where: Scandinavian Communtiy Centre
What: Scandinavian foods + performances + cultural displays + beer garden
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Klahowya Village
When: June 21 – Sept 1
Where: Stanley Park
What: Aboriginal cultural tours + cuisine + storytellling + more
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Greek Day on Broadway
When: June 22, 11am-9pm
Where: Broadway (from MacDonald to Blenheim)
What: Street festival showcasing Hellenic culture w/ food + drink + live entertainment + dancing
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Vancouver Nightlife Awards
When: June 23
Where: FIVESIXTY Nightclub
What: Celebrate the best of VanCity’s nightlife talent
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Make Music Vancouver
When: June 25, 5-10pm
Where: Gastown
What: FREE outdoor music festival feat. over 100 bands
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Vancouver International Busker Festival
When: June 28 & 29
Where: Granville Street
What: Buskers from around the world entertain in downtown Vancouver
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Richmond Night Market
When: Every Fri, Sat, Sun until Oct 13
Where: 8351 River Road, Richmond
What: Over 250 booths + food + entertainment + ziplines
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Editor: Danielle Johnson, @westcoastdcj
Created By: Kendall Titchener, @Kendall_Titch