Granville Street is where the world came to Mix it up during the 2010 Olympics. We're carrying this same spirit into the summer with a slew of summer events including dance, music, food and drink. Come visit Vancouver's Street and get the details here.

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

SNAP UP THE STAGE with Rock 101

Oct 12 to 26th : SNAP UP THE STAGE with Rock 101

Is your super group in need of some over exposure? Does your marching band rock so hard that it’s a sin you’re not On Stage right now as you read this? Have you ever used a camera before?

If you answered YES to anyone of those questions then you have a chance to SNAP UP THE STAGE!

If your in a band or you just wanna have fun with your friends then SNAP UP THE STAGE at Tom Lee Music. Just visit our 929 Granville Street Store and take your "band" picture on our lobby City Stage and upload it to the special Rock 101 page beginning Tuesday Oct 12th.

Best photo wins $1,000 worth of Tom Lee gear and you get to perform for your adoring fans on stage with gear provided by the staff at Tom Lee! Runner up gets a easy $1,000 at Tom Lee Music.

PLUS! Listen to the Bro Jake Show the week of October 25th for your chance to win $100 Tom Lee Music Gift Cards!

http://www.rock101.com/Contests/SnapUpTheStage.aspx

Monday, September 20, 2010

Ingledews is collecting Xmas presents for kids


It’s official, Ingledew’s @ 535 Granville will again be a shoe box pick up and drop off location for Operation Christmas Child this fall. With the loss of Canada Safeway stores as drop off locations, Ingledew’s Shoes has again stepped up to the plate. Empty (and recycled) shoe boxes can be picked up at any Ingledew’s location now until November 21th. Gift filled shoe boxes can be dropped off at any Ingledew’s location November 10th – 21nd . See www.ingledews.com for locations.

”It’s a perfect fit”. Says Bill Ingledew. “We are thrilled to be part of this program which will bring smiles to so many children’s faces”.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Global ComedyFest Vancouver comes to Granville

Friday Sept 17, 24 – Saturday Sept 18, 25

Westjet and the Vancouver Global Comedyfest, team up to present a full blown comedy block party in Vancouver’s historic entertainment district. The 900 block of Granville Street gets turned upside down with water bubbles, chicken road, carnie games, woopie cushions, rubber chickens, talent shows, buskers, pulled pork, funny faces and more ‘Funcity Activities’.

It’s fun for the whole family right outside Westjet’s Mainstage at the Vogue Theatre between Smithe and Nelson. Come down during the festival, Fridays between 7:00pm and 11:00pm - Saturdays between 4:00pm and 11:00pm . Great prizes and giveaways including 2 flights to anywhere Westjet flys!

Here is a list of the venues on Granville hosting the comedians. Click on them to see the shows and to buy tickets.



We are currently having a contest at our Facebook page right now for a chance to win tickets to the Best in the Fest featuring 9 comedians including internet sensation Peter Chao. 9/25 @ 7:30pm at the Vogue Theatre. Leave a comment at our Facebook page to enter to win. 
 
Tom Green performs at the Vogue on Sept 24. Get tickets.

Lamborghini Car Show this Weekend.

See Vintage Lamborghinis like this one at the Street Party this weekend.
photo: exoticcarsite.com

The Heritage District will be hosting a street event on Saturday Sept 18 from 11:30am - 3:30 at Hastings X Pender. Right close to the CanadaLine Waterfront Station.
  • Win prizes from Luxury Goods Retailers
  • Vintage Lamborghinis Car Show
  • Performances by The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. and Classical Nouveaux
  • Treats provided by Coca Cola and Trees Organic
  • Face painting.
  • Portrait Sketching.
The Heritage District street party has partnered with Ronald McDonald House BC - a home away from home for seriously ill children and their families who must travel to Vancouver for treatment. Donations will be accepted during this event for RMHBC.

Friday, September 3, 2010

Absolut Cash Wednesdays




There’s an easier way to earn cash…

Come down to The Cellar every Wednesday when we give away cold hard cash to a lucky person in the room. If the prize goes unclaimed, we add another $250 into the pot each week up to $1000!

The Cellar Nightclub | 1006 Granville Street | Doors at 9pm