Concerts and Events
Event Listings
SKILLS CANADA NATIONAL COMPETITION OPENING & CLOSING CEREMONIES
OPENING CEREMONIES
JUNE 5, 2013
PNE FORUM
from 7:30pm-9:00pm
The Opening Ceremonies kick off the competition with a parade of competitors from all Provinces and Territories in Canada, and the night includes live entertainment and energizing speakers.
CLOSING CEREMONIES
JUNE 8, 2013
PNE FORUM
from 1:00pm-4:00pm
The Closing Ceremonies is the moment that the competitors have trained for months - after all of their hard work and dedication, they find out who has won gold in their respective trade or technology.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Tickets (incl. GST) $50 (incl. Facility Fee & Service charges)
Every year, the Skills Canada National Competition (SCNC) brings together over 550 young people from all regions of Canada, along with their parents and advisors, to compete in over 40 trade and technology areas. The Competition provides an opportunity for young Canadians studying a skilled trade or technology to be tested against exacting standards and against their peers from across the nation. Students vie to win the honour of being crowned the best in their chosen discipline.
For more information visit www.skillscanada.com
CITY AND COLOUR
WITH SPECIAL GUESTS JIMMY EAT WORLD
FRIDAY, JULY 12, 2013
PNE AMPHITHEATRE
Doors: 5:30 pm
Show: 6:30 pm
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Charge by Phone 1-604-757-0345
Tickets also available at the Pacific Coliseum Box Office. Tickets (incl. GST) $45.00 (Plus Facility Fee & Service charges)
**GENERAL ADMISSION / ALL AGES**
City and Colour, the moniker of singer-songwriter Dallas Green and undeniably one of the biggest groundswell stories in Canadian music, has just announced a performance in Vancouver at the PNE Amphitheatre on Friday, July 12. City and Colour’s last Canadian tour sold out in minutes, and came on the heels of an international run with sold-out shows across the US, UK and Europe. More Information
ZAC BROWN BAND
WITH SPECIAL GUESTS DUGAS AND THE STELLAS
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2013
PACIFIC COLISEUM
Doors: 6:00pm
Show: 7:00pm
TICKETS ON SALE MAY 31, 2013
Charge by Phone 1-604-757-0345
Tickets also available online and at the Pacific Coliseum Box Office. Tickets (incl. GST) $39.50, $59.50 and $79.50 (plus Facility Fee & Service charges)
**GENERAL ADMISSION / ALL AGES**
Calling all country fans - don’t miss Zac Brown Band’s first Canadian national tour! With over five million records sold and ten consecutive number one hit singles in the US, Zac Brown Band has become one of music's most heralded acts. Pull on your cowboy boots and get ready for one of the best live performances on the concert circuit today!
Band website: www.zacbrownband.com
THE NATIONAL
WITH SPECIAL GUESTS FRIGHTENED RABBIT
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2013
WESTJET CONCERT STAGE AT THE PNE AMPHITHEATRE
Doors: 5:00 pm
Show: 6:30 pm
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Charge by Phone 1-604-757-0345
Tickets also available at the Pacific Coliseum Box Office. Tickets (incl. GST) $40 in advance, $45 at the door and on the day of show (Plus Facility Fee & Service charges)
**GENERAL ADMISSION / ALL AGES**
Trouble Will Find Me, The National’s new album, is the sixth studio album for the Brooklyn band, and follows 2010’s critical and commercial success High Violet. The album is the most self-assured collection of songs produced by The National in its 14-year career.
Band website: www.americanmary.com
PNE Amphitheatre
The PNE Amphitheatre is an outdoor seating venue located on the PNE grounds, north of Playland Amusement Park
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The PNE Amphitheatre accommodates approximately 7,000 guests with capacity for 4,500 in permanent bench-style seating and 2,500 in floor seating (standing only). Some events have a reserved “VIP” section offering additional seating. All areas offer general admission-style seating with no specific seat assignments. Seating is not covered, with the exception of the VIP sections, if applicable.
Specifications:
| Seated capacity | 4,500 (bench-style general admission seats) |
Additional Floor Seating |
2,500 (standing only) |
Washrooms |
Two permanent buildings plus additional temporary washroom trailers |
Bank Machines |
There will be ATMs on-site |
Parking |
There are 3,000 parking stalls located on the PNE grounds, 50 of which are reserved for disabled guests. The parking lot closest to the PNE Amphitheatre is through Gate 9 off Bridgeway Street. |
Transit |
There are several bus stops located along Hastings, McGill and Renfrew streets. Visit translink.ca for detailed schedule information. |
Venue Information
Animals No pets are allowed with the exception of permitted Companion and Seeing Eye dogs (must be kept on leash at all times).
Bank Machines
There are multiple bank machines located at the venue.
First Aid
First-aid services are available during all events from staff specially trained in emergency first-aid procedures.
Guests with Disabilities
There is a designated drop-off and pick-up zone for guests with disabilities located through Gate 9. We provide over 50 on-site parking spaces for the disabled located in Lot 9. Wheelchair and Attendant seats are located in a designated area within the Amphitheatre. If you have any questions regarding the accessibility of the facility or you need special arrangements, please call 604-252-3588.
Lost & Found
If you have lost a personal item while attending an event at the PNE please call the PNE's Lost and Found hotline at 604-251-7717 or email lostandfound@pne.ca. Be sure to leave your full name, contact number, the date and event you lost your item and a full description of the item. Every attempt will be made to locate the lost item and you will be contacted only if the item is found. The PNE does not reimburse patrons for lost or stolen items. Note: All lost & found or checked items will be destroyed or donated if unclaimed after 30 days.
Ticket Information
Tickets can be purchased through www.ticketleader.ca as of March 9, 2012. The Ticket Leader box office is located by the main entrance of the PNE Amphitheatre and is open two hours prior to most events.
Children
For most events, children under the age of two are not required to have a ticket. However, should you wish for your child to have their own seat, a ticket is required. Shows intended for a younger audience (i.e., Disney on Ice) require that children who have celebrated their first birthday have a ticket. Please check each event individually for age requirements if you are uncertain.
Food & Beverage
The PNE provides an assortment of food and beverage services for guests attending Amphitheatre events. All food and beverage locations accept cash, debit and credit.
Washrooms
There are two permanent washrooms accompanied by temporary washroom trailers located at the venue. Each permanent washroom offers wheelchair accessible stalls. There are baby change areas in each washroom.
Parking
The PNE has over 3,000 on-site parking spaces. Prices vary depending on the event. There are at least 50 on-site disabled parking spaces. Disabled guests should enter the PNE through Gate 9.
Venue Rentals Contact the PNE Sales Department at 604-251-7787 for venue rental information.
Doors Open
The doors open one hour prior to the start of the event.
Transit Information
The PNE site is easily accessible by public transportation. For detailed information on transit schedules and fares visit www.translink.ca.
The Pacific National Exhibition Code of Conduct
The Pacific National Exhibition would like to create an enjoyable and safe experience for all attending our events. We want all those attending our events to enjoy the experience in a responsible fashion. Guests who demonstrate inappropriate and disruptive behavior, including the following, are subject to being removed from the premises:
- Excessive consumption of alcohol
- Alcoholic beverages brought onto PNE property. Any attempt to bring alcohol into the amphitheatre will be considered a violation of the Code of Conduct and will result in the Guest being ejected
- Obscene, offensive or abusive language or actions
- Fighting, taunting, or threatening remarks or gestures
- Dangerous, abusive, profane or illegal behavior
- Unruly or inconsiderate behavior
- Indecent exposure or undressing
- Wearing obscene or indecent clothing
- Interfering with security procedures
- Interfering with the event or throwing any object onto the stage
- Sitting in a location other than the guest’s ticketed area
- Video taping/audio recording of show
- Selling tickets or other merchandise on PNE property
- Handing out goods or literature not pre-approved by the Pacific National Exhibition
- Any other conduct that is beyond the bounds of reasonable behavior for spectators attending an event
Pat Down Policy In order to provide a safe environment, you and your belongings may be searched upon entry into the Amphitheatre. By tendering the ticket and entering the Amphitheatre, you consent to such searches. If you elect not to consent to the searches, you will be denied entry into the Amphitheatre. Also, the premises are monitored by video camera, please be aware that your movements may be recorded.
No Smoking Policy
In accordance with the Vancouver Park Board Smoking Regulation By-Law, PNE Amphitheatre is a no smoking facility. As such, guests are not permitted to smoke once inside the gates of the Amphitheatre grounds. Please note – there are no in and out privileges.
Prohibited Items
- Coolers
- Lawn Chairs
- Weapons of any kind
- Anything that could be used as a weapon or as a projectile
- Bottles, cups, jugs or cans of any kind
- Fireworks, flares, or other pyrotechnics
- Alcoholic beverages of any kind, narcotics or other illegal stimulants
- Any sort of animals other than permitted guide dogs for the visually impaired
- Any promotional or commercial materials not pre-approved by PNE management
- Spray cans, corrosive, flammable substances, dyes or receptacles containing substances which are harmful to health or are highly flammable
- Mechanically-operated instruments which produce an excessive volume of noise such as megaphones, air or gas-powered horns
- Laser pointers
- Cameras, video cameras or other sound or video recording equipment
- Computers or other devices used for the purposes of transmitting or disseminating sound, pictures, descriptions or results of the events via the internet or other forms of media
- Other objects which could compromise public safety and/or harm the reputation of the Event
