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This annual summer theater festival celebrates the work of the Bard at Kitsilano\'s Vanier Park on English Bay. For four months, the city skyline acts as a stunning backdrop for the staging of a selection of Shakespeare\'s works, while actors bring his words to life with drama and passion.
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This annual film festival celebrates the diversity of gay and lesbian filmmaking. There is a mixture of international and locally-produced films screened at this festival. Venues are spread throughout the city, so it is best to check the website for a full program.
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Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) is a premier cinematic event in Canada. Showcasing diverse films, it attracts global talent and film enthusiasts, creating a vibrant celebration of storytelling and cinematic excellence in the heart of Vancouver.
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The world's finest contemporary composers and performers gather for this music festival that began in 1996. Vancouver New Music Festival is a multi-day musical celebration that is made up of concerts, symposiums, and special events like the Competition for Emerging Composers.
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The Vancouver Christmas Market at Jack Poole Plaza is a festive winter wonderland filled with holiday cheer! Enjoy twinkling lights, traditional German stalls, delicious food, unique gifts, and fun activities for the whole family. A perfect holiday experience in Vancouver!
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Contact Winter Music Festival is Canada’s premier winter electronic music event, held in Vancouver. Featuring world-class DJs, dazzling visuals, and an electric atmosphere, it’s the ultimate celebration for EDM fans to dance the night away in an unforgettable winter wonderland.
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The Vancouver Chinatown Spring Festival Parade is an event to commemorate the Chinese New Year. The parade features colorful floats, martial arts, cultural displays, music, and vibrant costumes. Moreover, it features the largest assembly of traditional Lion Dance Teams in Canada.
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This week-long international wine and culinary event is hailed as one of the world's best. Its schedule is filled with impressive special programs and seminars. Sample a wide array of fine wines from around the world during International Festival Tastings.
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Roll up your sleeves and prepare yourselves for the most awaited festival of Maillardville! Francophones swear by this eclectic music festival that hosts a wide range of music shows, concerts and performances by popular local and international artists.
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Vancouver International Jazz Festival is among the biggest and best musical celebrations in the world. For ten days and nights, nearly 1,800 musicians from Canada and around the world entertain Vancouver. You can hear a wide variety of jazz, blues, groove, and world music.
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Every year in mid-July, people gather for this festive weekend in Jericho Beach Park to enjoy folk music from every corner of the globe. For more than twenty years, this international festival has been attracting musicians, bands and folk music lovers from all over Canada and the world.
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