The Top Things to Do in Vancouver August 4 - 8, 2009

Tuesday, August 4, 2009 – Richmond Summer Night Market

Enjoy the open-air market packed with vendors, performers and delicious Asian food every Friday to Sunday at 7 pm, until October 4. The Richmond Night Market is located at 12631 Vulcan Way in Richmond. Find out more at the Summer Night Market.

Wednesday, August 5, 2009 – The Fray

Piano-rock band The Fray ("How to Save a Life") is at the UBC Thunderbird Arena tonight at 7 pm. You can still get tickets here.

Thursday, August 6, 2009 – Rod Stewart

Rod Stewart takes the stage at GM Place to perform his classics like “Maggie May” and "The First Cut Is The Deepest” (written by Cat Stevens). Get tickets at Vancouver.com.

Friday, August 7,  2009 – BC Lions Vs. Saskatchewan Roughriders

See the BC Lions take on the Saskatchewan Roughriders at BC Place Stadium (777 Pacific) at 7:30 pm. Find info at bclions.com, or buy your tickets here.

Saturday, August 8, 2009 –  West End Cultural Celebration

Gordon Neighbourhood House presents a block party featuring Guatemalan marimba music, aboriginal dancers, Olympic mascots,  Canadian pop artist CJ,  taiko drummers, a children's carnival, games, prizes, and face-painting. The event is on from 11 am to 3 pm at 1019 Broughton St.

Sunday, August 9, 2009 –  Vermeer, Rembrandt and the Golden Age of Dutch Art

See this stunning exhibit at the Vancouver Art Gallery until September 13, which highlights the works of art in 17th Century Netherlands, a time known as the Golden Age. The art on display comes from the renowned collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, and once belonged to the aristocratic class.