An East Van staple, The Lido is a locals’ watering hole known for striking the right balance of being a dive bar that is also approachable. This year, the spot celebrates 10 years in business. Learn more about the upcoming celebration: straight.com/city-culture/l…

There's nothing like a patio cocktail on The Drive to soften the Sunday scaries. Our picks 🍹: straight.com/food/vancouver…

Outdoor movies here we come! ☀️ 🎥 Learn more about The Polygon's upcoming lineup of films: straight.com/movies/deckcha…

The Fairmont Vancouver Airport has launched a new dog package that includes gourmet bowls of salmon, chicken, and plant-based meals for your furry friends. Can't remember the last time we ate this good. 🤔

You can hop to the top at this year's PNE summer fair. 🎉 Read more: straight.com/living/pne-sum…

The Maneater herself made an appearance on NPR's Tiny Desk concert series. Watch the performance: straight.com/music/nelly-fu…

One month until the King of Cali visits YVR. 🍃 More on the upcoming Snoop Dog show: straight.com/just-announced…

Where do you think the rattiest place in Vancouver is? 👇 Read more: straight.com/city-culture/i…

Ticket stubs from The Doors (198) and The Rolling Stones (1972) at Pacific Coliseum. Do we have any readers that were at these shows?

Images shared by Mike Furlong.

A city-wide (FREE) celebration of music? Sign us up 🎶: straight.com/arts/vsos-day-…

Sip, sip, hooray! Heartberry soda is inspired by Indigenous knowledge and the bountiful abundance of nature in BC. Learn more about their launch 🥳 : straight.com/food/heartberr…

Vancouver was pulled into 🎶 the arms of the angel, 🎶 Sarah Mclachlan, last night at the Pacific Coliseum. Did you catch the show?

Photo credit: Darrole Palmer

A quarter of a century on from her smash hit I Bificus, iconic Vancouver rockstar Bif Naked has announced her sixth studio album, Champion. Read more: straight.com/music/bif-nake…

Caffeine and alcohol...our two favourite things ❤️ Where to find the best espresso martini's in town: straight.com/food/where-to-…

Well this is 'Messi.' 💔 Whitecaps fans are taking to the comments with their feelings on Messi's now confirmed absence for the upcoming Vancouver VS. Miami game. Did you have tickets? Read the backlash here: instagram.com/p/C7VHWNAP7oM/

The quintessential Vancouver street party, Khatsahlano, is set to return for its 12th year this July. With free admission across 10 blocks, see the full artist lineup here: straight.com/just-announced…

Gastown may be the hardest place to find parking, but it's worth the constant surveying of spots for the neighbourhoods unmatched lineup of cafes and coffee shops. Our picks: straight.com/food/vancouver…

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'Big Fight in Little Chinatown' highlights the importance of Chinatowns in North America against the backdrop of rapid urban expansion and gentrification. Learn more: straight.com/movies/big-fig…

Rick Tocchet has become the third Vancouver coach in history to receive this award. What are your thoughts on how Tocchet led the Canucks this season? 👇 Read more: straight.com/city-culture/c…

Anyone feel like a dip? Here's where you can catch the sun while you breast stroke 🏊‍♀️: straight.com/living/where-t…