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Thousands of people took to the street on Vancouver's West Side for the 2024 Khatsahlano Street Party. (CTV News) Concerts, outdoor markets and 'Vancouver's largest free music and arts festival' are all on offer this weekend. Here are some things to do in Metro Vancouver for the first weekend of July. Khatsahlano Street Party More than 50 local performers will take to multiple stages along West 4th Avenue in Kitsilano Saturday for the annual Khatsahlano Street Party. Organized by the local business improvement association, the free festival aims to be 'bigger and more exciting than ever,' celebrating music, art, food, shopping and community from Burrard Street to MacDonald Street. The festivities run from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and much more information can be found on the Khatsahlano website. VSO's Symphony at Sunset Head to Sunset Beach on Saturday night for the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra's annual 'Symphony at Sunset' performance. The free program features classical favourites and selections from popular film scores, all performed with the scenic backdrop of English Bay in the setting sun. The full orchestra's performance starts at 8 p.m., while a prelude performance by the VSO School of Music begins at 6:40. The concert program can be found on the VSO website. VSO Symphony at Sunset A previous year's edition of VSO's Symphony at Sunset is seen in this photo from the orchestra's website. ( Queen's Park Summer Concert Series This weekend also marks the start of Arts New West's free Queen's Park Summer Concert Series, which will feature performances on Thursdays and Sundays throughout the month of July. The schedule features 'a variety of musical styles from a wide range of artists from the Metro Vancouver region,' according to organizers. Thursday shows run from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Bandshell, and Sunday shows run from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Habitat. The full lineup can be found on the Arts New West website. Indian Summer Festival Also kicking off this weekend is the Indian Summer Festival, an annual exploration of contemporary South Asian arts and cultures. The theme of this year's festival is 'Borderless Solidarities,' and events at venues around Vancouver and Surrey will aim to 'invoke an audacious and unfashionable idea – an insurgent solidarity that refuses the inertias of this troubled time,' according to organizers. The first event will be held Friday, and the festival will continue through July 13. A full schedule of events and ticket information can be found online. Big Marché in Coquitlam Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday this month, the park and ride at Guildford and Pinetree ways in Coquitlam, across from city hall, will transform into a summer craft market. The 'Big Marché' is organized by Uniquely Vancouver and will feature food trucks, artisan vendors, a farmers market, a beer garden, a library bus, yard games, craft activities and performances. Hours are 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays, 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturdays and 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sundays. Summer Market at the Met Metrotown is also hosting a summer market this weekend, with vendors and entertainment outside the mall in its South Plaza, where the dolphin fountain is located. "Summer Market at the Met" runs from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday. With files from MOVE 103.5's Leanne McLaren
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Barrie's Butter Tart Bliss returns to the downtown core
They're sugary, gooey, flaky, and wrapped in a golden crust - Barrie's Butter Tart Bliss returns to the downtown core in one week. After last summer's overwhelming turnout of more than 40,000 visitors, the Barrie BIA says this year promises even more tarts, more vendors, and more activities. 'The energy of last year's festival was contagious,' says Helen Prucha, owner of Gotta Luv ButterTarts and festival coordinator. 'We've added more vendors, brought back fan favourites, and expanded every corner of the event to make sure 2025 is even more unforgettable. We can't wait to see everyone downtown again, tarts in hand and smiles on their faces.' Barrie's Butter Tart Bliss will welcome over 200 Canadian vendors offering butter tarts, gourmet goods, and local crafts around the downtown area. Tart lovers can expect to see returning favourites like Doo Doo's Bakery, Carla's Cookie Box, Ten of Tarts, and plenty more. Steve Ricalis, chair of the Downtown Barrie BIA and owner of Donaleigh's and Dunlop Diner, adds: 'There's nothing quite like Downtown Barrie during the Butter Tart Festival. It highlights everything we love about our city — community, creativity, and celebration. We're excited to welcome back thousands of visitors for another taste of something truly sweet.' A butter tart contest will get underway in the morning as local judges prepare to crown the best butter tarts in a variety of categories. The Open Air Dunlop Butter Tart Festival takes place next Sat., July 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. across Meridian Place and Dunlop Street. Event-goers can also expect live music and festival warm-up performances from local talent. The sugary event is free for all and offers family-friendly activities for everyone to enjoy.
