[MG1]

Starts this weekend. Free entry day is Tuesday.

[TOS'd]

When we going, MG1?

[MG1]

When we going, MG1?

Son, it'll have to be on the free day.

Working on the grandson? GTR, baby.

Better hurry, cause your evil twin BCRdukes gonna beat you to it.

[6o4__boi]

Obligatory $5 off fair gate code


zg64nu5d

[TypeRNammer]

BCAA members also get 30% off fair gate admission as well as fair ride passes

[CRS]

I know this will apply to a few members on this board.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 22- SUNDAY, AUGUST 23

FREE gate admission for First Responders and a guest

Promotion is to honor those who put their life on the line by actively responding to the front line emergencies occurring out in our communities. Valid for regular member police (City and RCMP), ambulance workers, firefighters, military, search & rescue and coast guards plus one guest. First Responder must present a valid First Responders service card at the gates. Guest does not require a service card.

The Fair at the PNE - Pacific National Exhibition - 100 Years of Fun (http://www.pne.ca/thefair/ways-to-save.html)

[shawnly1000]

It’s that time of year again for Vancity members. Each year during The Fair at the PNE, a special day is designated as Vancity Member Day. Vancity members and a guest can enjoy a fun-filled day at the Fair for only $5 each. To receive the discounted admission, present your Vancity MEMBER CARD® debit card or Vancity enviro™ Visa, (or another form of membership verification), at any Fair at the PNE ticket booth on Thursday, September 3. Gates open at 11 am.

https://www.vancity.com/AboutVancity/Events/pne/

[N.V.M.]

Hall & Oates... 'nuff said!

[MG1]

TegraDevil, ol' buddy............

[6o4__boi]

I wanna check this out

Presented by VCBW

Daily 2-9:30pm
Miller Drive
$10 per person

Sponsored by 99.3 CFOX and The Westender

Craft Beer Fest will feature 30 different local craft brewers with up to 60 unique beers for guests to sample the diverse craft drafts being developed within the Lower Mainland’s backdoor. Brewery participants will change from the first week of The Fair to the second, so make sure to come twice to see them all! View the list of breweries.

Purchase online in advance to receive an additional beer token and access to a pre-purchased ticketholder line!

Admission includes a 4oz sampling cup and 2 drink tokens. Purchase online in advance to receive an additional drink token and access to a pre-purchased ticketholder line*. $1.50 for each additional token.

Craft Beer Fest is a 19+ event, 2 pieces of ID will be required for entry. Does not include gate admission.

*Pre-purchased ticketholder line will allow guests to bypass the ticket purchase line into the event. If venue is at capacity, a pre-purchased ticket will not guarantee immediate access.

l can imagine it being a gong show though so it'll be tricky

[hi-revs]

More or less same crap every year. But I'll still go cuz this year I wanna buy a juicer. Lol

[Galactic_Phantom]

Been waiting for MG1 to post the free admission date all summer. Thanks

[MG1]

More or less same crap every year. But I'll still go cuz

Reminds me of this song......

Gypsys, tramps, and thieves
We'd hear it from the people of the town
They'd call us Gypsys, tramps, and thieves
But every night all the men would come around
And lay their money down

.... yeah, weird, but you know. I only go when it's free.

[murd0c]

I just want to go and eat some deep fried goodness

[Tone Loc]

LGs :D

[Jonydakiller]

Anybody know whens their ribfest?
Last year it was just over one of the weekend.
I cant find it anywhere

[Habboy]

Anybody know whens their ribfest?
Last year it was just over one of the weekend.
I cant find it anywhere

Ribfest is where it was last year, close to the old smash up derby area. Misty mountain had the best so far IMHO

http://newyork.seriouseats.com/images/20110421-nyc-rib-tasting-4.jpg

[Hondaracer]

I'm not even going to bother with the BBQ this year. Last couple have been a total disappointment. Sure some of the brisket and stuff is tasty but for the line ups, cost, and then to get some cold ribs? I'll stick to the traditional fair food and try some of the new stuff this year

[murd0c]

If you want good BBQ go here...

BBQ Off the Bypass | Metro Vancouver's Biggest BBQ Event (http://bbqoffthebypass.com/)

[Vansterdam]

If you want good BBQ go here...

BBQ Off the Bypass | Metro Vancouver's Biggest BBQ Event (http://bbqoffthebypass.com/)

down to go? lol

someone go try that new mini donut poutine lol

[Hondaracer]

I'm gonna get it when I go on Thursday lol

[quasi]

If you want good BBQ go here...

BBQ Off the Bypass | Metro Vancouver's Biggest BBQ Event (http://bbqoffthebypass.com/)

To bad it's on the Sabbath day, aka opening weekend for NFL Football.

[murd0c]

I guess I aint going either, never even thought of that!! LOL

[melloman]

PNE, all about the food & superdogs! :awwyeah:

[pastarocket]

The artists performing at this year's concerts might make it worthwhile to go a weeknight.

Boyz II Men on Thursday, September 3rd. :fuckyea:

[bcrdukes]

evil twin BCRdukes

But you told me I was the favourite one! :suspicious:

[Dragon-88]

I usually like to check out the As Seen on TV shit, but dude dont make me sit though the whole spiel when I just want to buy the damn thing.. Last year I couldn't buy a Sham-wow cause I had to watch the whole presentation.. Walked away with 10 other people wanting it too, saved myself money by buying a bulk pack of microfibers from Costco.

I wouldn't go for the BBQ, you can get that shit anywhere and better quality too. But I always end up getting mini donuts and tickets for the prize home.

[TOS'd]

But you told me I was the favourite one! :suspicious:

You going to the reunion too?

[Chronix]

I wanna check this out



l can imagine it being a gong show though so it'll be tricky

Nah it was pretty spacious when i went on Sat. Definitely worth trying all the beers out.

Saw this dude drunk af 20 beers in.

[dlo]

dam i live a few blocks off nanaimo and people are parking their car here to go pne.. u fuckin srs? lol

[murd0c]

dam i live a few blocks off nanaimo and people are parking their car here to go pne.. u fuckin srs? lol

Time to hold a sign saying $20 parking and chasing cars

[SpeedStars]

The artists performing at this year's concerts might make it worthwhile to go a weeknight.

Boyz II Men on Thursday, September 3rd. :fuckyea:

They got a stellar line up this year for the artists...I'll sure be going on Sunday for Colbie Caliat and Christina Perri hate all u want haturs :fuckyea:

[dboy]

Anyone been PNE on the day with free entry the previous years?
Are the lineups super long? What time should I get there to make sure I get in?

[chipmunk604]

The artists performing at this year's concerts might make it worthwhile to go a weeknight.

Boyz II Men on Thursday, September 3rd. :fuckyea:

And if you are a Vancity Credit Union Member, its $5 admission for that day only. :fuckyea:

[Inaii]

Speaking of the PNE....

ScanBC
‪#‎Vancouver‬ Police are responding to the PNE, 3300 E Hastings St for a report of two Carnies fighting.

It's just not the fair unless carnies are fighting :lol

[kakucaekz]

I went yesterday, mainly just to be fat and eat everything. I should've saved all the pics from my snapchat story, gdi.

Red velvet donuts were OK. Mini donut poutine was actually pretty good. It's a unique texture, and I liked it haha. Ribs, pulled pork and brisket was pretty good. Not like, amazing, but not bad at all. I got them from Gator BBQ, and the ribs were so good we all totally forgot about the sauce. Also tried the Chicken and Waffles, and it was pretty good, IMO. On the way back out, I bought another one and gave it to my mom, and she loved it lol. I also went to the Craft Beer thing. It was kinda small, but all the beers I tried were pretty good. The little cup thing they give you is kinda neat too; it's gonna go to all the house parties with my friends now lol.

[MG1]

Anyone been PNE on the day with free entry the previous years?
Are the lineups super long? What time should I get there to make sure I get in?

You'll get in easily after the initial mad rush. Give it half an hour, so 11:30ish. It varies from year to year. Usually, the entrance by Pacific Coliseum has the shortest lineup, while Playland and main entrances are pretty nuts. I saw one C-lai run faster than Insane Bolt to make it before the 1:00 pm deadline at the PC entrance, hee hee. I was about to get my hand stamped for reentry later in the evening when I saw this spectacle.

IIRC, there was little to no lineup at around 1:00 pm at the PC entrance.

[604STIG]

But I always end up getting mini donuts and tickets for the prize home.

It just sucks now that they sell tickets for the prize home year round online instead of just to fair goers.

[murd0c]

It just sucks now that they sell tickets for the prize home year round online instead of just to fair goers.
That's how I bought mine over a month ago :fuckyea:

[MG1]

Plenty of free street parking on Hastings. Gotta remember to get out by 3:00 PM. for those who have or friend has handicap card, you can park on residential streets for three hours. It's a Vancouver thing. I don't have a card, so not 100% sure.

[MG1]

No lineup. They opened early.

[TOS'd]

MG1, where you at

[MG1]

I was looking for you, but so many people. You'd think a father would be able to find his son a little easier. I was mainly at the marketplace. Ceramic knives, ftmfw! Get new set every year for life. Watched some hula dancers. Meh, being part Polynesian I know what's good. Anyway blew the joint. Will come back later in evening. Got hand stamped.

[Durrann]

chicken and waffles yum

[asahai69]

Speaking of the PNE....

ScanBC
‪#‎Vancouver‬ Police are responding to the PNE, 3300 E Hastings St for a report of two Carnies fighting.

It's just not the fair unless carnies are fighting :lol

i guess they forgot about the Carny Code. SMH

[Mr.Money]

carnies?,you mean homeless paid for cheap.

[MG1]

Carnies fighting, eh? Need to search for vids.

[Vansterdam]

i guess they forgot about the Carny Code. SMH

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3i0kGcmGRU

totally reminded me of this Simpsons episode LOL

[N.V.M.]

.....

[HonestTea]

That's quite sudden...probably saw the weekend weather forecast

[TOS'd]

Same reason they did heavily discounted tickets either last year or year before due to rain most of the fair.

[Hondaracer]

Went last night, had the premium foot long pizza dog pretty killer lol

Also did the craft beer thing, was nice to have no line ups but the vast majority of the breweries had a wit beer as their lineup, which is really bleh to any actual beer drinker lol

Going back tonight for dueling pianos

[danned]

free admission tomorrow and sun

[CRS]

free admission tomorrow and sun

FREE GATE ADMISSION
11am-1pm
SATURDAY, AUGUST 29 & SUNDAY, AUGUST 30

Free gate admission August 29 & 30 between 11am-1pm.
Re-entry stamps will not be issued before 1pm.
No refunds will be given on previously purchased passes.

The Fair at the PNE - Pacific National Exhibition - 100 Years of Fun (http://www.pne.ca/thefair/ways-to-save.html)

[jinxcrusader]

Anything exceptionally spectacular this year??

[Ch28]

Anything exceptionally spectacular this year??

The Fair at the PNE - Pacific National Exhibition - 100 Years of Fun (http://www.pne.ca/thefair/index.html)

NEW AND ONLY THIS YEAR


The Broadway Musical, Peter Pan, Starring Cathy Rigby
A Beatles Memorabilia Exhibition
Superhero Discovery Centre: The Hall of Heroes Exhibit
Dinosaurs Alive! A Jurassic Experience
Mermaid Tales in ToonCity


Other NEW Attractions


Craft Beer Fest presented by VCBW
PNE Donut Dash- 5K Run presented by TRY EVENTS


RETURNING FAVOURITES


Summer Night Concerts
Mosaic Music Series
SuperDogs
BCAA ToonCity – entertainment & play area for families
The Fair Coupon Book with hundreds of dollars in savings on food and merchandise
Dueling Pianos in the Plaza Beer Garden
5th Annual Vancouver Rib Festival Competition
Kidz Discovery Farm

[miss_crayon]

Went tonight and it was pretty dead. However, it made for easy line ups! I really enjoyed the marching band that tour the pne site and does a small show infront of the food plaza (right by the animal farm). Up to date hits and everything!

[jlo mein]

Went last night at 10pm for $5 and like previous poster, agree was mostly dead. All exhibits closed, concerts over, some light rain.

Got the last skewer of red velvet mini donuts (crazy good!), had some brisket and ribs. Went to the beer garden (the only busy area) and people were going NUTS for Dueling Pianos. It's actually a pretty good show: nonstop upbeat cover songs from the 70's and up. Downside was so many young brown dudes acting all tough, tried to start a fight in the bathroom.

HELP: anybody know where to get lightsaber like toys at PNE? Saw a guy with a really cool near-Star Wars looking lightsaber toy, and the light up effect looked cool and expensive. (Handle did not light up, saw many kids with cheaper looking swords that lit up all through the handle)

[N.V.M.]

.....

[Vansterdam]

:lawl: glad i didnt go

[Gh0stRider]

@pne_playland: Environment Canada just cancelled high winds warning. #TheFair will remain open today, Aug29 -FREE gate admission all day

[multicartual]

Downside was so many young brown dudes acting all tough, tried to start a fight in the bathroom.



http://i.imgur.com/X3goDIj.png

[Tone Loc]

Gotta love PNE's luck nearly every year. Good to amazing weather for literally the ENTIRE summer, and a couple days after opening day we get a storm with torrential rains/winds that are probably going to last for most of the week...

[CRS]

.....

I'm not sure why I got failed...

Misclick?

[Vansterdam]

anyone selling cheap admission/ride passes PM me :)

[winson604]

Went last night at 10pm for $5 and like previous poster, agree was mostly dead. All exhibits closed, concerts over, some light rain.

Got the last skewer of red velvet mini donuts (crazy good!), had some brisket and ribs. Went to the beer garden (the only busy area) and people were going NUTS for Dueling Pianos. It's actually a pretty good show: nonstop upbeat cover songs from the 70's and up. Downside was so many young brown dudes acting all tough, tried to start a fight in the bathroom.

HELP: anybody know where to get lightsaber like toys at PNE? Saw a guy with a really cool near-Star Wars looking lightsaber toy, and the light up effect looked cool and expensive. (Handle did not light up, saw many kids with cheaper looking swords that lit up all through the handle)

I'm not sure if what I'm thinking is the one you're referring to. I've been working a booth at PNE this year and frequently see these PNE people walking around selling a light saber looking thing and some other toy. Doesn't appear they have a designated spot that I've noticed but then again I haven't walked around much either.

[Hondaracer]

The light saber guy always seems to be inside the coliseum when Peter Pan is about to start

Went last night again, finally had some BBQ that impressed me, the stand closest to the poutine place had killllerrr pulled pork, part of my well balanced dinner:

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y136/sniperslayer/8D7BD328-8C50-41E0-BE0A-F948A3559EC4_zps2z8odxs4.jpg (http://s4.photobucket.com/user/sniperslayer/media/8D7BD328-8C50-41E0-BE0A-F948A3559EC4_zps2z8odxs4.jpg.html)

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y136/sniperslayer/DC8F40AB-E97C-463F-A98E-A56C4BDA054C_zpspftsb1yc.jpg (http://s4.photobucket.com/user/sniperslayer/media/DC8F40AB-E97C-463F-A98E-A56C4BDA054C_zpspftsb1yc.jpg.html)

[dat_steve]

what's the damage for such a feast??

i've never had the urge to go until now lol

[Hondaracer]

1/3 rack of ribs and the pulled pork sandwhich are $10 each

Poutine running about $9 I yhink

[TOS'd]

For that first stand (closest to the poutine place on the left) I believe there is a coupon in the fair coupon book ($2 normally, but free coupon for the book in the Province newspaper, redeem at Guest services). Coupon gives you like 1lb pulled pork if you order their large family meal thing, might have been like $40, but I cant remember what it came with sorry. Good if you want to split with a bunch of people or take some food home with you.

[melloman]

1/3 rack of ribs + pulled pork or beef brisket for $17.
1/2 rack + PP or BB for $20.
Full rack + PP or BB for $26.

Also has apple cider slaw for $5 and another side.

Ribfest is legit my go-to meal to fill up when I'm hungry at the PNE. Always fucking delicious. :awwyeah:

[TOS'd]

^ I think the family feast has more than just ribs + pp/bb, other places have large meals around $40ish, so I expect Gator BBQ to have something similar.

I looked at the coupon again. Details:

Gator BBQ

Order a Florida Family Feast and get an extra pound of Pulled Pork

[TypeRNammer]

I thought MG1 would be on the ball here and give us an update for tomorrow, but for tomorrow there's a free gate entry from 11am until 2pm

The Fair at the PNE - Pacific National Exhibition - 100 Years of Fun (http://pne.ca/thefair/ways-to-save.html)

:awwyeah:

[MG1]

Once a year is all I can take of the place. The fair has less and less to offer. Back in the day where there were at least three more buildings, including the one that housed the BC Sports Hall of Fame and the huge ass 3D relief map of BC. I miss the PNE parade that started downtown and winded its way down Hastings Street to Clarke Drive. It kicked off the PNE every year and got everyone buzzing. People were lined up five deep on both sides of the streets and solid from beginning to end. It was a huge event that drew great marching bands and floats from across North America. Televised, too. No more motocross, demolition derby, lumberman' show, etc. Now the highlight is Dueling Banjo's (piano). Nuff said.

[ImportPsycho]

FREE GATE ADMISSION
11am-1pm
SATURDAY, AUGUST 29 & SUNDAY, AUGUST 30

Free gate admission August 29 & 30 between 11am-1pm.
Re-entry stamps will not be issued before 1pm.
No refunds will be given on previously purchased passes.

The Fair at the PNE - Pacific National Exhibition - 100 Years of Fun (http://www.pne.ca/thefair/ways-to-save.html)

Was line up at the gate pretty insane?
They have another free admission day tomorrow.

[quasi]

Once a year is all I can take of the place.

That's more then I can take, I got maybe once every 4 or 5 years and then I'm reminded why I haven't been in 4 or 5 years.