Esther Short Park

Walk/Run for the Animals Celebrates 25 Years

The Humane Society for Southwest Washington’s (HSSW) Walk/Run for the Animals event lets people and their dogs participate in a chip-timed 5K run, or a 3-mile walk to raise money for shelter animals. The Walk/Run takes place on Saturday, May 7, 2016 at Esther Short Park in the heart of downtown Vancouver. Runners and walkers will depart in waves starting at 9 am to accommodate what is expected to be large numbers of participants, followed by a Party in the Park.

Making Great Strides in Vancouver

Vancouver will host Great Strides as part of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s largest annual fundraising event on Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 9 am at Esther Short Park. Walk day is a fun, family-oriented event with a healthy 5k walk, children’s activities, food, and festivities.

Walk to Help End MS

Walk MS is an annual event to raise funds, awareness and hope for a cure for Multiple Sclerosis taking place this year in Vancouver on Sunday, May 1, 2016, 10 am at Esther Short Park. This is a 100% accessible, 5k walk route with entertainment and refreshments along the way.

Hoops on the River 2015

Hoops on the River is the biggest 3 on 3 basketball tournament in Southwest Washington with over 180 teams participating this year on 25 courts surrounding Esther Short Park…

18th Annual Vancouver Wine & Jazz Festival | 2015

Each year, right in our own backyard, Clark County residents have an event that brings together Grammy Award-winning jazz and blues bands, amazing wines, regional artists/crafters and delicious food from local restaurants.

3 Days of Aloha & Ho’Ike Hawaiian Festival | 2015

The annual Hoike and Hawaiian Festival is back this year right here in downtown Vancouver, WA at Esther Short Park. Don’t miss the chance to sway to the rhythm of hula dancers, learn how to make authentic arts & crafts, watch traditional Hawaiian games & competition and enjoy food from local vendors…all in one place for this 3-day event on July 23rd through 25th.

Six to Sunset Concert in Esther Short Park | Summer 2015

The Six to Sunset Concert series is an opportunity to enjoy great bands, great local food and drink all out in the open air at Esther Short Park in downtown Vancouver, WA
Don’t forget about the Pub in the Park, which will benefit two local non-profits. This reoccuring community event will start promptly at 6:00 pm and end around 8:00 pm.

The Craft Winefest 2015

Did you know that Washington is ranked #2 in wine production for North America? Well you can come experience some of the best on June 12th through June 14th at Esther Short Park in downtown Vancouver, WA during the Craft Winefest 2015.

March for Babies

On Saturday, April 25th, at Esther Short Park, hundreds of families and business leaders will join together in the March of Dimes annual March for Babies–the nation’s oldest walk fundraiser honoring babies born healthy and those who need help to survive and thrive.

The Christoffers family is one of many mission affected families walking this year. Courtney and Matthew were looking forward to starting their family. Nearly five months before their twins were due, Courtney began having contractions. At only 22 weeks gestation, Anthony was born. Three days later Grant was born. Anthony had a massive stroke after…

Walk for the Animals!

Stretch those legs, find that leash, and get outside to help the 8,000+ lost, injured, or orphaned animals that find a temporary home at the humane society each year.

Vancouver Community Tree Lighting

The annual lighting of the community Christmas Tree, what a great way to kick off the holiday season. Time to enjoy the lights, entertainment, community, and Santa!

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