the PNE is 100!

[SpongeG]

they are planning a parade with giant ballons at english bay as part of it when the PNE starts up - according the news... and bryan adams doing a concert

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[SpongeG]

Bryan Adams, Beach Boys set to play PNE
Vancouver exhibition signs prominent artists for summer music dates

Marsha Lederman
Vancouver — Globe and Mail Update
Published on Tuesday, Jun. 22, 2010 2:58PM EDT
Last updated on Tuesday, Jun. 22, 2010 2:59PM EDT

The Pacific National Exhibition in Vancouver has lined up some big-name talent to celebrate its 100-year anniversary, including Bryan Adams and The Beach Boys, who will share the bill at Empire Field Stadium to kick things off.

There are some recognizable names - both contemporary and nostalgia acts - lined up to perform at the free summer concert series as well. Performers include Cyndi Lauper, Michael Bolton, Huey Lewis and the News, Wayne Newton, Joan Jett, Steven Page, Spirit of the West, Loverboy and Trooper.

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http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/arts...ach-boys-set-to-play-pne/article1613560/

[mr.x]

If only the concert line-up could be this high of quality every year...

[Distill3d]

Checking out the line up on their website, I'm a little disappointed they didn't get stronger or more local talent to play. However, that said, I've been waiting a while to see Kevin Costner and Modern West play live. That should be a good show.