Granville Block Party Returns to Downtown Van!
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable weekend of eclectic music, vibrant community activities, and endless fun, happening at the intersection of Granville and Robson.
What: Granville Block Party is a free two-day street party in the heart of the Granville Entertainment District with live music, street performers, family-friendly entertainment, and more!
When: Saturday, August 24th and Sunday August 25th from 1 – 7 PM
Where: Intersection of Granville and Robson St
Line Up
Set Times
Event Highlights
- Three main stages featuring a diverse lineup of musical acts including Mazacote, Dawn Pemberton, Parlour Panther, and many more incredible artists!
- Discover the freshest new musical talent at our Locals Lounge Stage.
- Stage takeover by Public Disco and Van Vogue Jam bringing their unique flair and energy to Granville Block Party.
- Kids Area featuring mini golf, arts & crafts and street performances.
- Quench your thirst with refreshing beverages from our two bars, featuring a variety of Red Truck Beer products.
- The Red Truck Food Truck will be serving up delicious mouth-watering eats to keep you fuelled throughout the event.
- Find local handmade goods at the Vintage & Handmade Society Maker Market.
- Experience an exciting activation from the BC Hall of Fame.
- Discover the history of the Orpheum with an exclusive behind the scenes tour, courtesy of Vancouver Civic Theatres.
- Grab a sweet treat from Lee’s Donuts.
Feature Information
Presented by Granville Block Party, Van Vogue Jam will be hosting JUST BRING IT! Mini Kiki Ball on August 25th from 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
As a competition upheld by the culture originating from the 60’s pageant scene pioneered by the Black and Latino Trans Women in New York City, a ball consists of many different categories ranging from Performance, Fashion and Vanity. Walkers will present to the judges to get their 10s and battle each other out for the CASH! All categories are OTA (Open-to-All).
What: JUST BRING IT! Mini Kiki Ball
Date: August 25th
Time: 3:30 – 630 PM
Legends, Statements and Stars: 3:45 PM
Commentator: Gago 007 (@gaggged)
DJ: Simone 007 (@wurld2000k)
Categories:
- Virgin Runway Trophy
- Virgin Performance Trophy
- OTA Face $100 + Trophy
- OTA Runway $100 + Trophy
- OTA Realness $100 + Trophy
- Spectator Best Dressed $100 + Trophy
- OTA Body $100 + Trophy
- OTA Performance $100 + Trophy
After Party
Keep the party going at Donnellan’s, our Official After Party venue for both nights.
August 24th:
- What’s Next Band will perform live from 9 PM – 12 AM
- Live DJ until closing
- Any bucket for only $29
August 25th:
- All Day Happy Hour
- Live music from 5 PM – 8 PM
Follow @granvilleblockparty on Instagram for all the latest updates!
With generous support from
Media Sponsors:
Granville Block Party is presented with the support of the City of Vancouver. This project was funded in part by the Government of Canada. We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.
