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John Lee | January 26, 2023

Hop Aboard Steveston Tram’s New Exhibit

If one of your New Year resolutions is to check out more of the Lower Mainland’s great local attractions, now is the perfect time to visit the Steveston Tram. The free-entry Moncton Street pavilion––housing a beautifully restored century-old interurban tramcar––has just unveiled a new permanent exhibit. Using authentic artifacts, evocative photos and hands-on features, the

John Lee | January 16, 2023

Chinese New Year: The Insider’s Guide

With the Year of the Rabbit about to kick off around the world, Richmond is once again at the heart of Metro Vancouver’s Chinese New Year celebrations. There are some great events to dive into around the city––and many of them are family-friendly as well as low cost or admission-free. Also known as Lunar New

Festival of Trees at Gulf of Georgia Cannery

John Lee | December 7, 2022

‘Tis the Season for Holiday Activities in Richmond

The holidays have suddenly arrived! But don’t worry if you’re way behind with your preparations. We’ve taken the hard work out of planning your 2022 Christmas activities by rounding-up a sparkling array of options around the city. Take a few minutes to peruse our bauble-covered suggestions––then fill up your calendar with a full serving of

Gateway Theatre

John Lee | November 24, 2022

See Anne of Green Gables Live on Stage in Richmond

When the team at Richmond’s Gateway Theatre started thinking about what to stage for their 2022 holiday production, they realized that a beloved East Coast classic could be the perfect fit. But while Anne of Green Gables––The Musical might seem a slightly incongruous choice, the show’s director says its makes perfect sense. “For our first

wall climbing

John Lee | November 4, 2022

10 Fun Things to Do in Rainy Day Richmond

It’s that time of year when skies darken and ‘atmospheric rivers’ pop-up in our weather forecasts. But that doesn’t mean you have to stay home watching raindrops race down the windows. Richmond is brimming with brilliant indoor activities where downpours are never a factor. Need inspiration? Read on for some of our favourite local undercover

Tourism Richmond | August 23, 2022

Steveston Grand Prix of Art: the Insider’s Guide

Artists and art fans will be flocking to waterfront Steveston Village on Saturday, September 3, 2022, for one of Metro Vancouver’s coolest cultural happenings. The 12th annual Grand Prix of Art will see up to 80 creative-types from every skill level setting up their easels at designated outdoor spots throughout area—then painting whatever they see in

John Lee | August 15, 2022

2022 Richmond Maritime Festival: the Insider’s Guide

Locals and visitors will be flocking to Steveston this month for the much-anticipated return of Metro Vancouver’s favourite nautical celebration. Anchored in and around the shoreline heritage buildings of Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, the family-friendly Richmond Maritime Festival promises a treasure chest of fun-loving activities and performances. Running from 11:00am to 6:00pm on both

Gikumi Boat

John Lee | August 9, 2022

Explore the Fraser River on a Unique Boat Cruise

Views of the mighty Fraser River are easy to find in shoreline Richmond. But there aren’t many opportunities to board an immaculate vintage boat for a slow travel meander along this hugely historic and superbly scenic waterway. That’s where this summer’s Voyage of the Gikumi comes in. On select days this August, the beautifully restored

John Lee | May 26, 2022

Richmond’s New Seafood Celebration Spotlights Local Fishers

With the first-ever Steveston Spot Prawn and Seafood Celebration continuing until June 5, locals and visitors have been rediscovering Richmond’s delicious fresh-catch bounty. But behind the tasty Dine About restaurant specials and the glistening spot prawns available from the boats at Fisherman’s Wharf, there’s the deeply anchored tale of B.C.’s remarkable fishing industry. Fishers have

John Lee | March 1, 2022

A Day at Fisherman’s Wharf

It has been a Steveston Village magnet for years. But there’s more to Fisherman’s Wharf – a floating dockside walkway that threads between the fishing boats – as well as the accompanying Steveston Landing boardwalk of shops and eateries than meets the eye. The shoreline attraction is a direct link to the local fishing industry and the region’s

John Lee | January 21, 2022

10 Cool Shops in Steveston

From historic attractions to delicious fish and chips, the charms of waterfront Steveston Village have long been known to locals and savvy visitors. But radiating along and beyond the Moncton Street main drag, the area’s heritage buildings are also home to a strollable shopping list of independent stores. Read on for details on 10 great places to

Tourism Richmond | December 14, 2021

Holiday Gifts

The winter holiday has arrived, with Christmas day just around the corner! What a wonderful time of the year. Throughout November and December, locals and visitors can be seen bustling in and out of stores, shopping for presents to gift to their loved ones. However, for some, it can be challenging to find the right