On November 18th, come out to downtown Vancouver to browse the late season version of the Vancouver Farmer’s Market with a focus on all the local bounty perfect for Thanksgiving Dinner…And to continue the fun, on November 24th, 25th and 26th you are invited to check out the annual Holiday Market at the Hilton Hotel.
Come out on to Esther Short Park and bring the whole family for an activity packed day at the Annual Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair.
The Vancouver Wine and Jazz Festival is a true arts festival; showcasing great jazz music, fine arts and crafts, premium wines and fabulous food. The 20th Anniversary Vancouver Wine and Jazz Festival celebrates the best of the Northwest and takes place August 25-27, 2017, at Esther Short Park.
The Hoike and Hawaiian Festival | 3 Days of Aloha is back and better than ever. July 27-29, don’t miss the chance to sway to the rhythm of hula dancers, learn how to make authentic arts & crafts, watch traditional competitions and enjoy some amazing food and beverages.
Join in on the festivities at Vancouver’s friendliest family fun filled event this Summer at the 2017 Fire in the Park. Kids will be entertained and learn a thing or two in the Kid Safety Zone….There are activities for the adults as well.
It is back! Science in the Park kicks off this year on July 5th from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm…This year’s theme is ‘Taking Care of our Changing Planet’. Prior to and during every Noon Concert in Esther Short Park, the younger set can try hands-on crafts and experiments.
The summer concert series everyone talks about. Enjoy free outdoor concerts at the Riverview Six to Sunset concert series at Esther Short Park.
Reminiscent of the classic drive-in movies, Friday Night Movies in the Park brings you family friendly flicks under the stars from July 7th through August 1st (in various parks throughout Vancouver).
Grab the kiddos, a picnic lunch and stroll over to the Noon Concert series in Esther Short Park…Enjoy the lazy days for summer with some amazing local music starting at 12:00 pm.
The 4th Annual Race of the Kids is upon us! This family charity event benefits the Teach One to Lead One program that helps kids discover their purpose and potential through community mentoring.
On May 6th grab your pup and head out for the Humane Society for Southwest Washington’s (HSSW) “Walk/Run for the Animals” to help raise funds to support 8,000+ animals in the Clark County area.
The Vancouver Farmers Market is open for 2017 and ready to enjoy another season by offering a diverse selection of fresh and local produce, quality prepared foods, original artisan products, and entertainment.
Time to raise your glass and celebrate the coming of spring… or March Madness… or good friends… or just good beer! The Vancouver Brewfest Spring Edition returns to Esther Short Park this year March 17-18, 2017 just in time for some March Madness and St. Patrick’s Day fun. Worried about the weather no cooperating? Well, don’t; all the fun will be inside a huge 10,600 square foot heated tent.
Enjoy a Community Chanukah Celebration and grand menorah lighting on Monday, December 26, 2016 at Esther Short Park from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. The celebration will include a grand menorah lighting ceremony, live music, fire dancers and fire jugglers, followed by more festivities in the Hilton.
The community is invited to the 5th Annual Christmas at the Park event on Friday, December 2, 2016, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at Esther Short Park, Propstra Square.
If you like hot summer days, music, food, friends and lots of cold beer, then the Vancouver Brewfest is your hoppy, er, I mean, Happy Place. You will have more than 120 different drink choices from over 60 Pacific Northwest breweries at the Vancouver Brewfest taking place August 12-14, 2016, in Esther Short Park.
Celebrate Summer and get ready for school at the annual Back to School Party at Esther Short Park on Saturday, August 6, 2016, from 10:00 am to noon. Families can enjoy inflatables, face painting, and a free backpack to elementary school aged kids who need them. Backpacks will be given out on a first come, first served basis until supplies are gone.
Science in the Park is a special learning treat awaiting families who enjoy Vancouver’s summertime Noon Concert Series on Wednesdays at Esther Short Park. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., prior to and during every Noon Concert (July 6 through August 10, 2016), children can try hands-on crafts and experiments, all designed for fun and learning about water, nature and the environment.
If it’s Wednesday, I’ll have my lunch with a side of music, please. It’s time for the free noon concerts in Esther short Park! Every Wednesday from July 6 through August 10, 2016 enjoy your lunch in Esther Short Park from noon to 1:00 pm and add a little musical inspiration to your week. Bring a chair or blanket to relax, or dance your lunch hour away to a new band every week.
Hot summer nights are perfect for chilling out with friends at the Riverview Six to Sunset Concerts on Thursday evenings in Esther Short Park. Every Thursday evening starting July 7, 2016 through August 11, 2016 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm bring your family and friends down to Esther Short Park, put down a picnic blanket and some lawn chairs and enjoy some fantastic bands play the sun down.
The Vancouver Firefighters Union will be hosting the 7th Annual Fire in the Park on Saturday, July 16, 2016 at Esther Short Park. This is a FREE family fun event with activities and events from 10 am to 3 pm. Firefighters from different districts in our area come together to make this a successful event for our community.
Come see imaginations come to life as over 145 artists give new life to items that were landfill bound at the 11th Annual Recycled Arts Festival on Saturday and Sunday, June 25-26, 2016 at Esther Short Park. Of the 145+ artists, over 40 are new to the festival this year and all will be displaying and selling items such as metal and glass garden art, sculptures, mosaics, jewelry, clothing, furniture, birdfeeders and wall art made with 70 percent or more recycled material.
If you think the Vancouver USA Marathon is all about running, then it’s time you experienced what it is really all about this weekend! The “Vancouver USA Marathon is all about community, running, walking and enjoying life!” The event weekend includes a three day VUM “Active” Expo (open to the public) held in the center of it all, Esther Short Park.
In its fourth year, this Washington State focused craft beverage festival continues to highlight a bounty of businesses and food options Friday, June 10 through Sunday, June 12, 2016 at Esther Short Park.
