Is anyone else basically living at FIFA Fan Festival?! I swear I’ve seen more free live music and soccer matches in the last three weeks than I have in my entire life! Okay… I like a hyperbole, but you get the picture. The only issue is the hangovers are really racking up. Whoever chose Cutwaters as an official World Cup drink, was not thinking straight.

If you’re looking for a way to socialize that doesn’t include a hangover, I’ve got just the thing.

One Yoga is gathering people through movement and mindfulness at Saturday Social Club on 7/18, 7/25, 8/15 and 9/5. Join in outdoor yoga, breathwork, sound bowls, coffee, a Stanley Park stroll, and an (optional) ocean dip. We're giving away a pair of tickets to join the good vibes!*

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• Free Opera in the Park?! Book off 7/19 and head to Deer Lake Park early for the family friendly pre-show. Food trucks onsite if you get hangry.

• Dust off the boots, Vancouver. Country Club is turning Jericho Beach Park into one giant country party with live music, line dancing, a mechanical bull, tequila tastings, and wild west games.*

• Dress in head-to-toe white and join thousands for Vancouver's most mysterious dinner party. Dîner en Blanc returns with a secret location, gourmet picnic, dancing, and one unforgettable summer night.

• The Eastside Arts Festival is back with 10 days of live music, art, workshops, walking tours, and creative fun across the Eastside from 7/17-26. Enter to win their discovery package with tickets to Dance Deck, Pot Plant Portrait & more!*

• My favourite underground bar (Guilt & Company) just announced a bunch of shows including Damasco Soul System, Rúne, The Benson Project, Kärma Sounds, and yes, I’ll be joining the lineup too on 8/28!

FREE EVENTS IN VANCOUVER

If you live in Vancouver, your wallet could always use a break. Don’t worry I’ve got your back. Every musician knows how to party on a budget. Here’s a few ideas:

• FREE BEGINNER ACROYOGA CLASS - Until 9/24 @ The Dance Centre

• WHISTLER SUMMER CONCERT SERIES - Until 8/22 @ Whistler

• AMPED IN THE PARK - Every Thursday until 8/13 @ Junction Park, Squamish

• KHATSAHLANO STREET PARTY - Saturday @ West 4th Avenue

• GASTOWN SUNDAY SET - Every Sunday until 9/6 @ Gastown

• POWELL STREET FESTIVAL - 8/1-2 @ Firehall Arts Centre

• MUSIC IN THE PARK - 8/8 @ Kitsilano Community Centre

THIS WEEK

LOCALS ONLY

• Famous LA breakfast spot, Eggslut, is opening their first location in Vancouver.

• Alexandria Maillot is back with new swoon-rock for your ears. For fans of Lana Del Rey and Angel Olsen. Listen to Cherry Pit!

• The Dumpling Trail Unwrapped takes you to 9 Richmond restaurants where you can scan QR codes, unlock exclusive content, and enter to win prizes.*

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