Most of the clubs and lounges are on Granville Street in Downtown. I can't say much about them since I haven't been there for a couple of years. If you stay in Vancouver downtown, you'll have a good mix of people. But, if you are interested in small venues with live music and eclectic people (predominantly caucasian though), Commercial Drive is a good bet such as Libra Room, Lime, Cafe Du Soleil.
Vancouver Art Gallery
On select Fridays, the Vancouver Art Gallery transforms into THE place for art, music and live performance in the city. Since its inception in July 2005, thousands of Fuse-goers have converged at the Gallery for this unique adult event. Live performances in the Gallery spaces, DJs, eclectic Gallery tours and unexpected surprises have made Fuse Vancouver's favourite see-and-be-seen event.
Go KRAZY! All Night!
Friday, June 27, 2008
6pm to 6am
Jazz Fest at David Lam Park from noon to 8pm is always a good time (Sat and Sun)
also a bike ride or rollerblade around Stanley Park
the critical bike ride (Last friday of the month 5pm at the Vancouver Art Gallery) is fun.
good luck
b