This year is quickly wrapping up...
...which makes it a pretty good time to look back at how Vancouver spent it!
Instead of relying on hazy memories and questionable camera rolls, we dug into the data from our site to see what actually stood out, the most loved shows, the biggest moments, and the events that defined the year in Vancouver.
And after looking at the numbers, one thing’s clear: we Did604!
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The Most Popular Show of the Year
According to Do604’s site data, the #1 event page of 2025 was:
Cirque du Soleil: CRYSTAL
People loved Cirque du Soleil's CRYSTAL because watching crazy-talented acrobats and elite ice skaters tear up the Pacific Coliseum stage in a wild, magical mash-up of circus, skating, visuals, and heart made it feel like stepping into a dreamy winter wonderland of pure wow-factor!
Events, Giveaways & Main-Character Energy
Photo Via: Heather Horncastle Photography
How many events did we list?
Photo Via: Kyle Mooney
33,192 events were listed on Do604, giving locals endless options for concerts, festivals, parties, and last-minute plans all year long!
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How many giveaways did we run?
Photo Via: The Rio Theatre
We ran 487 giveaways, hooking up our community with free tickets, cool perks, and plenty of “wait, I won?!” moments.
How many entries were there?
Photo Via: Surf Trash
65,635 entries rolled in, proving people really love free tickets, friendly competition, and a good reason to check Do604 daily.
How many winners were there?
522 lucky winners scored prizes, turning ordinary days into unexpected nights out, VIP upgrades, and serious bragging rights.
How many tickets did we give away?
Photo: Goh Ballet's The Nutcracker
1,148 tickets were given away, filling venues, packing dance floors, and getting thousands of people out the door!
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How many followers won a WSW on IG?
Photo: Tom Lee Music
52 Instagram followers won a WSW, from concert tickets to saunas, coffee dates to electric guitar bundles & and more, transforming casual scrolling into real-life wins and unforgettable experiences.
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Our most entered giveaway?
Photo: Elevated Holiday Lights
The Holiday Sweepstakes took the crown, from a $2,000 holiday lights install to tickets, gift cards, laughs, and VIP experiences, drawing massive entries, festive excitement, and a whole lot of crossed fingers!
What was the most popular editorial guide? (28,106 views!)
Photo Via: Strathcona Beer Co.
The classic editorial highlighted Vancouver’s weekly bar trivia scene, showing there’s basically a night for trivia every night of the week, from cozy pubs to lively breweries, each with its own vibe, drinks, teams, and prizes. Locals could plan a social night out, test their random knowledge, discover new venues, and enjoy free or low-cost fun with friends.
What was the most popular festival of the year?
Photo Via: Costal Jazz Facebook
People were buzzing because this iconic festival turned the whole city into a musical playground, stretching 12 days with over 150 performances at downtown stages, Granville Island, clubs, plazas, and outdoor spaces. That mix of free concerts, ticketed headliners, and pay-what-you-can shows gave everyone a chance to hear world-class jazz, experimental sounds, blues, and more.
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Most Claimed Perk
Photo Via: Great Outdoors Comedy Festival
Bert Kreischer at Stanley Park Sep 12 - Vancouver showed up hard for laughs, fresh air, and an iconic outdoor comedy night.
Total ticket pairs claimed?
Photo: Nitro Circus
7,656 - That’s a lot of people sprinting for free tickets faster than a seawall bike lane!
Most popular genre claimed?
Photo Via: New Constellations
Indie & Alternative took top spot with 943 claims, because Vancouver will always arrive for guitars, vibes, and discovering the next big thing.
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xoxo,
Team Do604
