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5 reasons to discover the Richmond Night Market (opening May 10!)

by Carrie Leslie in Food & Drink on April 23, 2019

Image from the Richmond Night Market | Facebook.com

There’s no other way of saying it, the Richmond Night Market is epic.

First founded in 2000 by entrepreneur Raymond Cheung, the Richmond Night Market has grown from modest beginnings since its first location at the Continental Centre on Cambie Road.

Now, the Richmond Night Market is the largest Night Market in North America and has become an international attraction, attracting over 1 million visitors each year.

The opening date of this hotly anticipated annual event is fast approaching and we can’t help but get excited for an upcoming summer of food, shopping, and entertainment! In anticipation of the event, let’s take a look at some of the top 5 things to discover once the Richmond Night Market opens for the 2019 season!

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5 reasons to discover the Richmond Night Market (opening May 10!)

Richmond Night Market Officially Opens for the 2018 Summer Season

by Carrie Leslie in Events on May 10, 2018

Sourced from the Richmond Night Market Facebook

Summer in Vancouver isn’t complete without a visit or two (or five) to the extremely popular Richmond Night Market, which returns for the 2018 season on Friday, May 11.

The weekly market is held from Friday to Sunday nights (and on holidays) and attracts huge crowds; typically around 30,000 visitors check out the market each night. The Richmond Night Market is known for its endless rows of food stands, nightly entertainment, and as being one of the best places to buy cheap, funny socks in Vancouver.

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Richmond Night Market Officially Opens for the 2018 Summer Season

2016 Richmond Night Market Brings More Food and More… Dinosaurs?!

by Carrie Leslie in Uncategorized on May 13, 2016

Image courtesy of Richmond Night Market | Facebook.com

Starting tonight, the Richmond Night Market will be opening its gates for the summer season to bring us food, cheap socks, and entertainment during Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from May until October.

But, what’s more exciting is that the biggest night market in North America is getting even bigger for 2016 with the launch of an exciting new kid-friendly dinosaur exhibit as well as hundreds more food vendors to satisfy all your cravings.

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2016 Richmond Night Market Brings More Food and More… Dinosaurs?!

Kids In Vancouver: Soak Up The Scenery At The Shipyards Night Market

by Bianca Bujan in Uncategorized on May 5, 2016

Shipyards Night Market | Photo: Vancouver’s North Shore

The Lonsdale Quay on Vancouver’s North Shore is a great place to spend a warm Spring day shopping, playing and dining with kids, but the fun doesn’t stop when the sun sets.

Beginning on May 6th, the neighbouring Shipyards Night Market will be open to visitors – accessible every Friday night from 5pm to 10pm. Entering its fifth year, the night market on The Shore has exploded as one of the top, can’t-miss outdoor events in the city – and it’s not just popular for its beer gardens.

Here are 5 reasons why the North Vancouver Shipyards Night Market is the perfect spot for soaking up the scenery with family on Friday nights.

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Kids In Vancouver: Soak Up The Scenery At The Shipyards Night Market