During the 2010 Winter Games, the City of Vancouver, with support from the Government of Canada, is hosting LiveCity Vancouver. There will be two outdoor celebration sites: LiveCity Yaletown and LiveCity Downtown.

LiveCity Vancouver will offer top local, Canadian and international entertainment, big-screen Olympic Winter Games sporting coverage, Olympic sponsor and partner pavilions, educational and family programming and much more. LiveCity Vancouver will also showcase and celebrate our Olympic and Paralympic athletes.

LiveCity is free to all and both venues are accessible for those with disabilities.

LiveCity Downtown:

An urban gathering place in the heart of the city at Georgia and Cambie Streets. LiveCity Downtown is all about the spirit of sport and competition. A giant screen will show live coverage of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games events as they unfold. This is the place to meet with friends and mingle with visitors from around the world in a lively, urban setting.

LiveCity Yaletown:

LiveCity Yaletown will feature live local, national, and international entertainment on the main stage in the afternoon and into the night, culminating each evening with a dynamic nightly closing show. Giant screens will show highlights of Olympic Winter Games sport coverage and visitors can enjoy the interactive Olympic sponsor pavilions, Vancouver House, and much more… all for free!

From the arrival of the Torch on February 11 through to the closing ceremonies on February 28, LiveCity Yaletown will light up each day and night with energy and excitement from 11 a.m. until 11 p.m. daily.

Friday through Sunday from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., family programming, similar to the weekday educational component, will offer kids the chance to experience the Games in a family friendly environment.

There will be free concerts every night starting at 8pm.

To see a list of events CLICK HERE

The Bell Ice Cube will be a 3,000 square-foot temporary building located at Robson & Beatty street in downtown Vancouver and will open to the public on February 11th.  It will be open February 11th to 28th from 11am to 11pm and will feature entertainment, Olympic ticket giveaways and interactive product demonstrations. The unique high-tech design of Bell Ice Cube will provide visitors an opportunity to view ceremonies and competitions on multiple plasma screens in high definition Bell TV. During the Opening and Closing Ceremonies and during major sporting events, visitors will be able to watch the magic on a large projection screen.

Every day at 3 pm, there will be a live show called Ice Talk, where Olympians will be interviewed by five-time Olympian and Bell Champion Charmaine Crooks. Athletes will share their own Olympic stories and sign autographs for Games fans. Bell Ice Cube will also feature guest performances by internationally acclaimed vocal play group, Naturally 7. In addition to brilliant harmonies, every instrument sound is created by the human voice. From musical styles that range from pop to R&B, Naturally 7 has charmed fans around the world.

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Canada’s Northern House, now open at 602 W. Hastings Street & Seymour in Vancouver,  is located in the heart of downtown. You can expect to be captivated with the simulated northern lights shining from the windows. The lights will draw people in to view and get information on Nunavut art, business, athletes, cultural performers and artists.

Visitors to Northern House will be greeted at the entrance by an inuksuk built by former Nunavut Commissioner Peter Irniq, using stone from Nunavut, Northwest Territories and British Columbia. Canada’s Northern House will showcase talented performers such as Artcirq and throat singers, drum dancers, and traditional games athletes during the Olympic Games.

Canada’s Northern House will have an art lounge, story telling area and an exhibit called “The North Today” featuring interactive displays on living, visiting and investing in Nunavut. There will also be business information about the three territories. Visitors also have the chance to win an $8,000 diamond or a 3.8 ounce gold nugged valued at $7,000.

The House is open through March 31, 2010.
Daily hours during the 2010 Olympic Games will be 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Before and after the 2010 Olympic Games, it will be open from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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Located at the Concord Pacific site between Sochi House (Science World) and BC Place in Vancouver, this is anticipated to be one ultra cool venue. Check out this siteto see what it will look like. Expect it to become a centre piece of Quebec culture and food over the course of the Games.

The fact it is situated next to Hockey House and the Ontario Pavilion will also help to make it a premiere destination.

Ce lieu démontrera aux milliers de visiteurs étrangers sur place le caractère distinctif du Québec soit par notre culture, notre savoir-faire et nos attraits touristiques. La Maison permettra également d’accueillir les athlètes, avec leurs familles, et leur apporter notre soutien. Plusieurs artistes s’y produiront et auront ainsi l’occasion de rayonner sur le plan international. Un bistrot offrira des produits agroalimentaires du Québec.

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The O Zone is where you can be part of a real Olympic Games experience, with thousands of your closest friends, cheering on Canada’s athletes, exploring cool stuff, and rocking to some of the hottest young bands in Canada. The O Zone is also the biggest celebration of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games, amassed over 60 acres in the heart of Richmond City Centre, just minutes from the new Canada Line Brighouse Station near Richmond City Hall and Minoru Park.

You’ve never seen Richmond like this: mammoth ice art, massive high-definition screen, outdoor skating on real ice, entertainment from around the region and around the world, art, athletes, exhibits, virtual reality (bobsleigh ride anyone?), food and fireworks. Bands like Our lady Peace, Hawksley Workman, Bedouin Soundclash, Toyko Police Club and Wintersleep headline. Theme nights saluting Canada’s diverse cultures and regions from World Beat rhythms and South Asian dance and music to Pan Northern sounds from above the Arctic Circle. There’s something for everyone, and for all ages. Did we mention it’s free?

The site is located just a few kilometers south of downtown Vancouver and a short hop on the Canada Line, starting Friday, February 12 through Sunday, February 28, 2010.

What is the O Zone?

O-lympic. O-val. Oh Wow. The O Zone is an Official Celebration Site of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games, a free festival where locals and visitors can come together to experience the excitement of the Winter Games.

What can I do at the O Zone?

• The O Zone will offer a variety of free activities, entertainment and exhibits for local and international visitors of all ages.
• Slide. Shoot. Score. Visitors to the BCLC 2010 Winter Games Dome can see what it’s like to compete as a virtual member of Canada’s Olympic bobsled or Paralympic sit-ski team, shoot targets on the biathlon course or score goals on the ice hockey rink.
• Lace Up. First explore the history of skating in Canada exhibit from the Canadian Museum of Civilization, then lace up and go for a skate yourself on our free, outdoor skating rink.
• Cheer. Watch Canadians own the podium on our 42-metre, high-definition screen in simulcasts of Olympic competition, then cheer our athletes in person as they visit the O Zone.
• Rock On. Your favourite local performers, some new and upcoming talent and Canadian and international stars rock the main stage.
• Spreek het Nederlands. Become Dutch for a day and visit Holland Heineken House, the Netherlands famous national house, sponsored by their most famous export.
• On Ice. Be amazed by the giant, ever-changing ice art installation by internationally renowned B.C. artist Gordon Halloran. Or marvel the incredible ice sculptures at the World Ice Carving Exhibition.
• On Fire. No festival is complete without fireworks, and we’ve got opening and closing displays brought to you by BCLC.
• Warm Up. It’s winter. It’s chilly out. Warm up and meet people from all over the world at one of the strategically positioned COLD-FX Warming Tents.
• Chill Out. Rest awhile and enjoy a tasty snack or dinner at our food fair.

Here is a map of the venue:

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The 9,000 square-foot Irish House will house 750 visitors at a time at the temporary site, conveniently located adjacent to Doolin’s Irish Pub in downtown Vancouver. The Irish House site will facilitate Doolin’s trademark ‘Irish family feel’ in ambiance, culture, and music.

The Irish House will be a welcoming gathering place with a boisterous traditional Celtic atmosphere. During the day, the pavilion will feature family-friendly entertainment with music and cultural exhibits. Multiple televisions and projection screens will run highlights of the Games. In the evenings, the true Irish pub culture will come to life, and visitors will experience a party where it will feel like every day is a St. Patrick’s Day party.

Local and international media personalities will be in attendance throughout the two weeks, with familiar names such as Red Robinson, Dave Abbott, Ron Coleman, and Jim Byrnes invited as guest MCs. The official opening on February 11 will kick off with The Most Reverend J. Michael Miller – the Arch-Bishop of Vancouver performing a blessing on the pavilion. A traditional Celtic Standing Stone monument, custom designed and created for the Irish House 2010, will be a featured display piece in pavilion and auctioned off on Saturday February 20.

Irish House 2010 will be located at 620 Nelson Street in Vancouver, BC. The hours of operation will be 7 pm-3 am February 8, and noon to 3 am February 9 – 28. The venue is family friendly from noon – 7 pm, then only 19+ permitted 7 pm onwards.

There will be a $5-20 entrance fee for adults (depending what time of day you arrive) and kids are always free.

As with any Irish Pavilion, get ready for a load of fun and entertainment.

For more information, call (604) 331-7854

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During the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games, the Vancouver Rowing Club in Stanley Park will be transforming into the Saxony House. Be sure to drop by this free pavilion to experience the Olympics in true Saxon style! You’ll have the opportunity to watch the games, meet medal winners, listen to live music and enjoy traditional German food and drinks.

The Vancouver Rowing Club will transform its 19th century aura into a glittering Saxony House, offering magnificent views of Burrard Inlet and Downtown Vancouver. What better place to exhibit the prowess of Saxony’s art, culture and booming economy, its sports and the innovative drive of Saxon inventors!

The Saxony House is open free to the public, February 12th – 28th, from 12:00pm- 2:00am.
There is plenty of low-cost metered parking during the day. Parking is free after 6 pm.

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Atlantic Canada’s best will hit the world stage during the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador along with the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency present Atlantic Canada House in Vancouver from February 13 to 28, 2010.

For two weeks, Canada’s east coast will come alive on one of Vancouver’s most historic sites, Granville Island. A popular local venue, Granville Island is expecting over 35,000 visitors daily. It is easily accessible by water taxis, bus, bicycle, street tram and foot. It is highly recommended you leave your car at home as there will be limited parking available.

Once at Atlantic Canada House, guests will find an authentic and inspiring setting. It’s here you’ll be treated to East Coast culinary delights, discover the region’s culture and spirit, and share in Atlantic Canadian hospitality.Within the pavilion space, you’ll find the Granville Island Stage, the Revue Stage and the Backstage Lounge. Atlantic Canadian artists will be featured nightly, and daily performances on the Revue Stage will celebrate the region and welcome guests to the Atlantic Canadian way of life. The pavilion is located at the Arts Club Theatre.

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1585 Johnston Street
Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
(604) 687-1644

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