Laugh Outside at the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival

Photo: Sydney Butters/GOCF

Get ready to laugh out loud (and outside) at the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival (GOCF) live in Stanley Park from September 15-16. Some of the funniest comedians in the biz will take over Vancouver’s iconic outdoor destination for a wildly hilarious weekend of stand-up comedy.

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Laugh Outside at the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival

Theatre Under the Stars Celebrates Musicals at the Malkin Bowl This Summer

Malkin Bowl, Photo: Shawn Bukhari

This summer, Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) is celebrating universal themes of love, acceptance, and inclusion with its upcoming season on stage outdoors at the Malkin Bowl in Stanley Park from July 6 to August 26. Both of its sparkling musicals, The Prom and Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical, are hilarious and heartfelt Broadway comedies that celebrate the differences that make us who we are.

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Theatre Under the Stars Celebrates Musicals at the Malkin Bowl This Summer

10 Ways to Get Outdoors in Downtown Vancouver

Cyclists on the Stanley Park Seawall in Vancouver

Cyclists on the Stanley Park Seawall. Photo: Destination BC/Heath Moffatt

You don’t have to go far in Vancouver to experience nature. In fact, you can hike, bike, run, paddle, watch for wildlife, and more without leaving the downtown core.

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10 Ways to Get Outdoors in Downtown Vancouver

January 2023 Vancouver Hike of the Month: Stanley Park

Stanley Park Forest Trail

Forest trail in Stanley Park. Photo: Destination Vancouver/Kindred & Scout

When someone says Stanley Park, you probably think of the aquarium, seawall, and beaches. But many visitors miss the beautiful forested interior, perfect for hiking. This easy loop hike hits several gorgeous viewpoints between sections of picturesque rainforest.

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January 2023 Vancouver Hike of the Month: Stanley Park

Get Off the Beaten Path in Stanley Park

A beaver swimming amongst reeds

Beaver. Photo: Svetozar Cenisev/Unsplash

Tourists and locals flock to Stanley Park to enjoy famous landmarks like the Seawall, the Vancouver Aquarium, and the totem poles. But Stanley Park has lots of hidden gems waiting to be discovered if you get off the beaten path.

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Get Off the Beaten Path in Stanley Park

Relax and Rejuvenate with Forest Bathing in Vancouver

A couple walking in the forest in Stanley Park.

Walking in the forest in Stanley Park. Photo: Destination Vancouver/Kindred & Scout

Put down your phone and tune in to nature. The Japanese practice of forest bathing is scientifically proven to help relieve stress and improve health. Vancouver has an abundance of natural areas perfect for a relaxing and rejuvenating forest bathing session. #thisisvancouver

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Relax and Rejuvenate with Forest Bathing in Vancouver

Discover Botanical Treasures Itinerary

On the West Coast and situated in the embrace of mountains and forest, Vancouver’s abundant natural wonders set it apart from anywhere else in the world. Within the city, visitors can experience the area’s unique parks and wilderness, from wandering amongst old growth trees to exploring extensive gardens. From trail to table, it’s only natural that the biodiversity of the region is also celebrated in the local cuisine, with plant-forward and sustainable restaurants throughout the city. Get wild this weekend and discover Vancouver’s botanical treasures. Continue reading:
Discover Botanical Treasures Itinerary