Vancouver’s 125th anniversary and year as Cultural Capital of Canada will be celebrated throughout 2011 with Vancouver 125: a year-long program of anniversary initiatives and events.

Two major events in honour of Vancouver’s 125th anniversary are planned for the spring and summer. Birthday Live will celebrate the city’s 125th birthday on April 6, 2011 with a free party at Jack Poole Plaza (pictured above). Summer Live will showcase Vancouver’s vibrant arts scene through a free, multi-stage celebration in Stanley Park on July 8, 9, 10, 2011.

In addition to the Birthday Live and Summer Live events, Vancouver 125 is supporting the work of dozens of cultural organizations who will present events, exhibitions, festivals and other artistic projects throughout the anniversary year. Vancouver 125 also includes community events and civic initiatives that bring opportunities to explore Vancouver’s history, diversity and innovative cultural scene in neighbourhoods across the city.

Check the Event Listings for details on these exciting initiatives.

Contact the Vancouver 125 team at the City of Vancouver for additional information on Vancouver 125 programs.

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