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The Sea to Sky Swinger. Photo: PNE
If you’re looking for summer fun for all ages, head to the Pacific National Exhibition at Hastings Park in East Vancouver, known to locals as the PNE. The annual PNE Fair is on from August 17 to September 2, but there are other events at the PNE all summer long.
Parade of Lost Souls Photo: Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret
It’s spooky season in Vancouver! There are tons of fun ways to celebrate Halloween outdoors this year. Choose from family-friendly options like decorated trains and pumpkin patches, or terrifying grown-up attractions like a haunted corn maze or creepy murder mystery. Use our list of outdoor Halloween events around Vancouver to plan your October.
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10 Outdoor Halloween Events Around Vancouver in 2021
Image courtesy of Playland at the PNE
If you thought Playland was fun during the day, you’re in for a treat during Playland Nights, happening every Friday this month!
Back by popular demand, Playland Nights is returning with special offerings for adults only on selected Friday nights this summer, with more entertainment than ever before!
From 7 pm until midnight, adults (19+) are invited to enjoy the thrills of Playland in a kid-free atmosphere. And, thanks to the entire grounds being fully-licensed, guests can enjoy their favourite adult beverages throughout the park!
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Adult-only evenings are back after-dark at Playland Nights every Friday in July!
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It may feel like summer is already here, but we still have a lot of long, hot days ahead of us until we reach the pinnacle of the summer season – the PNE.
There’s an excuse to get excited already with the release of the 2019 PNE Free Outdoor Concert Series lineup that was announced yesterday. The lineup is full of some legendary rockers and throwback favourites.
The concert series, which is free to attend with gate admission to the PNE, starts on August 17 and runs until September 2. All of the shows are outdoors and a rockin’ good time.
Playland Vancouver. Photo credit: Remy Scalza
The first real sign that summer is just around the corner comes with the opening of the much-loved Playland Amusement Park. Since first opening in 1910, Playland has hosted millions of thrill-seekers of all ages every year.
Once known as “Happy Land” (which name do you prefer?), Playland is open throughout the spring, summer, and into the fall. For 2019, Playland will be officially opening for the season on Saturday, May 4, 2019.
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Playland Amusement Park opens next month for 2019 season
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Are you an adventurous eater? If cotton candy and hot dogs are a little too tame for your palate, you will have a chance to treat yourself to something crazy and new at the 2018 Fair at the PNE in Vancouver.
This Saturday, August 18, 2018 The Fair at the PNE officially opens for another great year of rides, games, and -most importantly- food. This year will be a prime opportunity for foodies of all adventure levels. Below are just 5 crazy examples of some of the exciting (and wacky) food that will be available for purchase.
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5 Crazy Foods to try at the Fair at the PNE – Opening this Saturday
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With night markets and spring farmers markets opening up in May, it’s no surprise that the iconic Playland at the PNE will be opening its gates this weekend as well to kick off the spring season!
The oldest amusement park in Canada will officially open for the 2018 season on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 10am. The opening day is a sure sign of another fun of summer full of foot long hot dogs, roller coaster rides, and endless mini donuts.
Playland will only be open on the weekends in Vancouver until late June, when it will stay open all week long. This year, Playland will boast over 35 thrilling rides, delicious carnival food, and addictive arcade games.
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Playland at the PNE opens for the season on May 5, 2018
