Meeting Professionals - Sports & Culture

A premier events destination

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Get in touch with our events team

Delivering world-class events

Our Destination Events team supports hosting sport, cultural events & festivals which boost Vancouver's visitor economy.

We partner with key stakeholders, venues, and accommodation partners to attract, develop, and deliver major events that maximize the economic, social, and marketing benefits for Vancouver.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Head-turning
happenings

Vancouver boasts a dynamic event calendar with a number of marquee events on the horizon.

An unparalleled host city

Major events history

Vancouver is no stranger to hosting successful major events such as the 2010 Winter Olympic & Paralympic Games, 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup, 2023 Laver Cup; and we look forward to hosting yours in the future!

Venues & infrastructure

Many major event venues are located in our downtown core, which is walkable or highly accessible by public transit to a myriad of accommodation options for visitors.

Key partnerships

We coordinate with our network of partners to bid on and execute major events in Vancouver. These include stakeholders such as Sport Hosting Vancouver, City of Vancouver, Vancouver Hotel Destination Association, and our Indigenous First Nations.

Captivating nature

A coastal city surrounded by stunning mountains, forest, and ocean, Vancouver boasts unforgettable experiences—a desirable locale for your attendees.

Envision your Vancouver venue

From a 55,000 seat stadium in the heart of the city to inspiring yet intimate theatres for performing arts, Vancouver is home to a diverse array of unique event venues designed to impress.

BC Place

Home to the White Caps (MLS) and BC Lions (CFL), attend Vancouver’s largest events, from sports to concerts under a uniquely retractable roof. Experience the roar of the crowd in this spectacular venue, rain or shine.

Vancouver Convention Centre

Located on Vancouver’s stunning downtown waterfront, the double LEED® Platinum certified convention centre offers 466,500 square feet of flexible meeting space for large-scale conferences, exhibitions, and conventions.

Rogers Arena

Head on over to this arena for a lively indoor entertainment scene that is home to the Vancouver Canucks NHL and the Vancouver Warriors. As a more intimate venue, you can step right into the action.

Pacific National Exhibition (PNE)

The PNE is a prominent entertainment venue in Vancouver that features an on-site amusement park and hosts a range of events, including exhibits, concerts, sporting events, cultural activities, and its flagship summer fair.

Stanley Park

An oceanfront urban oasis at the edge of downtown, Stanley Park is one of the city’s main tourist destinations. Featuring beaches, forest trails, parks, and more, this picturesque greenspace hosts a variety of major events each year.

Vancouver Civic Theatres

Vancouver Civic Theatres comprises several venues, including the Queen Elizabeth Theatre and the Orpheum, which host concerts, theatrical performances, ballets, and more. These renowned venues are celebrated for their history and stunning architecture.

MEET OUR EVENTS TEAM

Support for event success

We provide event organizers and rights holders with comprehensive support including site visits, event funding, bid development, partnerships, marketing & promotional support, venue selection and hotel support. Planning an event that draws visitors to Vancouver and generates significant marketing and media benefits? Connect with our team to discover how we can help make your event a standout success!

Rohaan Sethna

Director of Sales, Meetings, Conventions & Events

604 631 2818

rsethna@destinationvancouver.com

Louise Priseman

Coordinator, Convention Services & Events

604 631 2845

lpriseman@destinationvancouver.com