Activities at the Shipyards

Are you planning out your long weekend? I have a list of suggestions when it comes to what to do around The Shipyards. Keep on reading!


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Walking Tours With The Shipyard Pals

Today from 11am-1pm there is a free walking tour with costumed, theatrical players. Enjoy The Shipyards and learn about its place in World War 2 history as a major shipbuilding yard. Stories, songs and learning all rolled into one! Read more about Shipyard Pals. To book a free group walking tour, call 604-990-3700 (ext. 8008).

Shipyards Thursday Night Artisans Market

Today and every Thursday throughout August there will be a free artisan market at the Pipe Shop for you to check out! The event will be on from 5-9pm, click here for more information.

Shipyards Live

Shipyards Live will be on this weekend with food and music festivals in The Shipyards District! The event will feature entertainment and a beer garden in Shipbuilders Square, food trucks on Wallace Mews and Artisan Vendors on St. Roch Dock. Find out more here!

Yoga Movement Session

Enjoy a yoga movement session today and Saturday! Fusing together Yoga, traditional stretch, and relaxation-based exercises, this class will help create a strong foundation for developing enjoyment of movement in our bodies. All you need to do is bring a mat, and children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult participant.

Thursday, June 9 to Sept 22: Yoga with Kenzie in the Shipyard Commons 8:30am-9:30am
Saturday, June 18 to Sept 24: Yoga with Kenzie on Shipyards Cates Deck 10:00am-11:00am

Artisan Farmer’s Market

Stroll the boardwalk and take in ocean and city skyline views from North Vancouver’s Lonsdale Quay while you check out fresh locally grown produce, delicious baked goods and nifty crafts created by local growers, bakers and crafters this Saturday from 11am-3pm!

I hope you have a wonderful weekend and have a chance to check out some of these wonderful Shipyards activities!