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What's happening near Commercial Drive
Food and drink specials, live events, recurring activities, and nearby business posts from the rolling Commercial Drive feed.
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Mah Milk Bar
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Turk's
Coffee Shop
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Magari by Oca
Italian
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Memphis Blues
Barbecue
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Flamingo Room
Bar
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Rosemary Rocksalt
Bagel
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Havana
Cuban
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Marcello Woodfire Pizza Oven
Italian
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Mum's the Word
Bar
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Harbour Oyster + Bar
Seafood
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Don Oso's Restaurant
Mexican
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Viet Family Restaurant
Vietnamese
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Caffè Soccavo
Cafe
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Cafe Du Soleil
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Kulinarya Filipino Eatery
Filipino
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Livia Forno e Vino
Italian
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Vera's Burger Shack
Burger
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SULA Indian Restaurant
Indian
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What it's like to live here
Read the neighbourhood like a local: daily errands, green space, housing, and the current pulse around Commercial Drive.
Daily errands562 nearby
Food, coffee, shopping and everyday stops mapped from local business data.
Walkable core319 close-by
Places within roughly a 15-minute walk of the neighbourhood centre.
Green space57 parks & trails
Parks, trails and outdoor stops nearby that shape the week-to-week feel.
What Scout's hearing around the neighbourhood
Hastings Park Hastings Park is the neighbourhood's spot for a walk or some fresh air.
Scout's noteCommercial Dr (SB) at William St Getting around: Commercial Dr (SB) at William St is one of the transit stops serving the area.
Scout's noteMr. Sub Locals mention Mr. Sub as a neighbourhood favourite for sandwich.
Scout's noteUpdated August 18, 2026
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Local signals
What changed around Commercial Drive
Openings, roadwork, civic decisions, development and public-space updates classified from recent source-linked local coverage.
Metro Vancouver lifts air quality warning as wildfire smoke reducesMetro Vancouver lifts air quality warning as wildfire smoke reduces CityNews VancouverMetro Vancouver, CityNews Vancouver Metro Vancouver, CityNews Vancouver Vancouver NewsWitnesses sought after North Vancouver arrest investigated by IIOWitnesses sought after North Vancouver arrest investigated by IIO CityNews VancouverWitnesses, North Vancouver, CityNews Vancouver WitnessesMetro Vancouver, Victoria transit workers issue 72-hour strike noticesMetro Vancouver, Victoria transit workers issue 72-hour strike notices CBCMetro Vancouver, Victoria, CBC Metro VancouverUniversity of British Columbia: Academics, Campuses & Student Life (2027 Guide for Indian Students)University of British Columbia: Academics, Campuses & Student Life (2027 Guide for Indian Students) Shiksha.comUniversity, British Columbia, AcademicsVancouver beach closed to swimming due to E. coliVancouver beach closed to swimming due to E. coli CTV NewsVancouver, CTV News Vancouver, CTV News Vancouver NewsVancouver Island park closed following black bear attackVancouver Island park closed following black bear attack Global NewsVancouver Island, Global News Vancouver Island, Global News Vancouver News
Through the lens
Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.
Grandview Smoke Shop
Belgian Fries
Quesada
Oxygen Yoga & Fitness
The UPS Store
McDonald's
Pho Dundas
Green Lemongrass
Alberto Pharmacy
Chatime
Freshslice Pizza
4 Brothers' Pizza
Po Kong
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The quick read
What is happening in Commercial Drive this week?
Commercial Drive has 28 current event listings. Current picks include Toastmasters 2026 International Convention, Great Outdoors Comedy Festival: Bill Burr - Friday Evening (Time:TBD), Noah Kahan with Gigi Perez.
What can families do in Commercial Drive?
Family-coded listings near Commercial Drive include Sea to Sky Skijoring Inaugural Fundraiser for Amazing Kids. Check each event page for time, venue, price, parking, and local notes.
Are there free things to do in Commercial Drive?
There are 27 event listings that look free or no-cost near Commercial Drive, including Toastmasters 2026 International Convention, Great Outdoors Comedy Festival: Bill Burr - Friday Evening (Time:TBD), Noah Kahan with Gigi Perez.
What is in the local news around Commercial Drive?
Recent local headlines around Commercial Drive include Witnesses sought after North Vancouver arrest investigated by IIO - CityNews Vancouver, Vancouver firm snags Gilbert industrial building for $11M in all-cash deal - KTAR News 92.3 FM, 'Severe thunderstorm' rains down on parts of Metro Vancouver, South Coast - CBC. The source links below the guide point to the original reporting.
Is Commercial Drive a good place to live?
Commercial Drive has 245 places to eat, and 317 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.
What is Commercial Drive known for?
Commercial Drive is known locally for landmarks like Vivo Media Arts Centre, its 245-strong food and drink scene.
What's happening in Commercial Drive this week?
There are 26 events on this week in and around Commercial Drive, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.
Who is Commercial Drive best for?
Based on what's here, Commercial Drive suits food lovers, shopping and errands.
Good to know
What is there to do in Commercial Drive?
Commercial Drive has 0 parks and green spaces, 245 places to eat, and landmarks like Vivo Media Arts Centre. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.
Where should I park in Commercial Drive?
Most of Commercial Drive is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.
How do I get to Commercial Drive?
Commercial Drive sits in Vancouver, British Columbia, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.
Can I see homes for sale in Commercial Drive?
Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Commercial Drive, and can connect you with a local agent.