Granville Street, Vancouver

Be entertained
on Granville Street

Legendary stages, iconic performers

Among Vancouver neighbourhoods, this is the city's nightlife hub, where you’ll find dancing, comedy, and live music in an electrifying atmosphere.

City street at dusk with neon signs for Good Co, Orpheum, and Vox, people walking, and cars stopped at a traffic light.
Vintage car driving on a busy city street at night with illuminated buildings and pedestrians on the sidewalk.

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Neon lights on Granville Street in the 50’s

In the 1950s, Granville Street had one of the world’s highest concentrations of neon signs, remnants of which remain today. By the 1970s, Pacific Centre Mall officially opened, offering downtown the chance to compete with suburban shopping centres. The street was also a gathering place for jubilant crowds during the 2010 Winter Olympics.

Nirvana, U2, Lady Gaga, and many more have graced the stages of Granville Street’s entertainment district.

A singer with a white bob wig and black outfit holding a microphone, flanked by two dancers in black leather jackets on stage.
Crowded indoor concert with a band playing guitars and drums on stage under blue and purple lights.
Two people walking past a live music venue with a red neon sign reading "The Roxy" and "Live Music 7 Nights a Week" at night.

During the day, Granville Street hums with activity as shoppers, visitors, and locals pass through the bustling downtown core. But when night falls, it comes alive with a second wind, especially on weekends. More than a destination, Granville Street is an experience you can feel.

This is Granville Street

Neon sign reading "The Fabulous Commodore Ballroom" with red stars above the text.

ACTIVITY | ARTS & CULTURE

Catch a show at the Commodore Ballroom

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Walk score

Daily excursions do not require a car
  • 5 min to Davie Village

  • 10 min to Yaletown

  • 15 min to Gastown

Bike score

Biking is convenient for most trips
  • See Vancouver Cycling Map

Driving

  • 7 min to Coal Harbour

  • 8 min to Commercial Drive

  • 9 min to Granville Island

Transit score

Many nearby public transportation options
  • See Translink Skytrain

  • See Translink Bus

  • 25 min to Granville Harbour