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Vancouver: Nightlife

No longer the fresh-faced, early to bed town it all too recently was, Vancouver is now home to an ever-increasing number of slick martini dens, cocktail cabanas and wine lounges, not to mention a solid array of sports bars, pubs and some great live music venues.

900 West Lounge One of the city’s top wine and martini bars. Jazz accompanies complimentary hors d’oeuvres on weekday evenings. Downtown; Fairmont Hotel, 900 West Georgia St.; 604-684-3131; www.fairmont.com
jazz | live music | notable wine list | editor pick

Afterglow The energetic 50-seat Afterglow lounge attracts a well-dressed, pre-club set. Rich fabrics and mood lighting lure a varied crowd, from local hipsters to visiting celebrities. Yaletown; 1079 Mainland St.; 604-602-0835; www.glowbalgrill.com
lounge | wine | celebrity hangout

Backstage Lounge Popular with locals, the Backstage Lounge is a laidback Granville Island drinking den. A generous patio, gregarious staff, and a seven-day calendar of live music add to its appeal. Granville Island; 1585 Johnstone St.; 604-687-1354; www.artsclub.com
bar | view | live music

Celebrities DJs spin for an energetic set at Vancouver’s top gay and lesbian club. Revelers crowd the sunken dance floor and extensive bar areas, or eye the talent below from a horseshoe-shaped balcony. West End; 1022 Davie St.; 604-681-6180; www.celebritiesnightclub.com
dancing | electronica | gay&lesbian

Steamworks Brewing Co. Multiple bars, lounges, and dining rooms tap plentiful brews to help travelers blow off some steam. Gastown; 375 Water St.; 604-689-2739; www.steamworks.com
lounge | view | brewpub

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