Crowded waterfront area with food trucks, a double-decker bus, and people walking near a pier and boats on a cloudy day.

Lower Lonsdale, Vancouver

Brimming with festivals and events

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Stunning views and endless experiences

Across the harbour, Lower Lonsdale is one of Vancouver’s best waterfront neighbourhoods, blending natural beauty with a thriving brewery and food scene, plus rich cultural experiences.

Market scene with people browsing stalls along a wooden boardwalk by a marina with boats and mountains in the background.

1985

The Lonsdale Quay Market opens, bringing together retail shops and food stalls on the waterfront.

Lower Lonsdale is a vibrant area with art galleries and lively events. Find the Inuit Gallery, renowned for its collection of Indigenous art, the North Shore Museum, and the cherished Polygon Gallery. The Shipyards pulsates with a constant stream of markets, festivals like the popular Brewhalla craft beer event, and even open-air cinema screenings, ensuring there's always something exciting to discover.

In 2014, North Van city council announced plans to repurpose the shipyards.

Group of railroad workers in early 20th century clothing standing and sitting on train tracks with railcars in the background.

Two people holding hands and walking along a waterfront promenade with city buildings and mountains in the background at sunset.

Band performing on an outdoor stage at dusk with a crowd watching near a large industrial crane.

The Lonsdale Quay boasts over 80 fresh food shops, while The Shipyards District offers a world-class art gallery and stage, along with peaceful waterfront seating. It also includes an open-air community hub with a waterpark in summer and skating rink in the winter, perfect for crisp evenings under the stars.