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What's happening near The Shipyards

Food and drink specials, live events, recurring activities, and nearby business posts from the rolling The Shipyards feed.

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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 The Shipyards.

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Daily errands182 nearby

Food, coffee, shopping and everyday stops mapped from local business data.

Walkable core223 close-by

Places within roughly a 15-minute walk of the neighbourhood centre.

Green space23 parks & trails

Parks, trails and outdoor stops nearby that shape the week-to-week feel.

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What Scout's hearing around the neighbourhood

Lonsdale Quay Getting around: Lonsdale Quay is one of the transit stops serving the area.

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Waterfront Park The green space locals head to around here is Waterfront Park.

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VanDusen Botanical Garden VanDusen Botanical Garden is the neighbourhood's spot for a walk or some fresh air.

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Updated July 30, 2026

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Weekend picks in The Shipyards

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Jul 31-Aug 2

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The quick read

What is happening in The Shipyards this week?

The Shipyards has 30 current event listings. Current picks include Vancouver Pride Bar Crawl Party 2026 | Friday, July 31st, Public Disco Pride Block Party: Colored Craig (LA/NY), CarrieOnDisco (SF), 🐻🏳️‍🌈 BEAR PUDDLE:: Vancouver Pride 2026.

Are there free things to do in The Shipyards?

There are 30 event listings that look free or no-cost near The Shipyards, including Vancouver Pride Bar Crawl Party 2026 | Friday, July 31st, Public Disco Pride Block Party: Colored Craig (LA/NY), CarrieOnDisco (SF), 🐻🏳️‍🌈 BEAR PUDDLE:: Vancouver Pride 2026.

Is The Shipyards a good place to live?

The Shipyards has 9 parks and green spaces, 86 places to eat, and 96 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What is The Shipyards known for?

The Shipyards is known locally for landmarks like War Memorial, its 86-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in The Shipyards this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around The Shipyards, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is The Shipyards best for?

Based on what's here, The Shipyards suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.

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What is there to do in The Shipyards?

The Shipyards has 9 parks and green spaces, 86 places to eat, and landmarks like War Memorial. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

Where should I park in The Shipyards?

Most of The Shipyards 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 The Shipyards?

The Shipyards sits in Vancouver, British Columbia, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

Can I see homes for sale in The Shipyards?

Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around The Shipyards, and can connect you with a local agent.