FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where will EPIC be held in 2011?
EPIC will be held in the NEW Vancouver Convention Centre West
building.
1055 Canada Place
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Phone: 604.689.8232
Toll-free: 1.866.785.8232 (North America only)
Fax: 604.647.7232
Email: info@epicexpo.com
What time will EPIC 2011 be open to the public?
| Friday |
May 13 |
1pm - 8pm |
| Saturday |
May 14 |
11am - 7pm |
| Sunday |
May 15 |
11am - 5pm |
How can I purchase tickets to EPIC 2011?
1. Online - tickets.epicexpo.com
2. At the door
Who attends EPIC?
EPIC is a sustainable living show that is open to the general
public. There will be plenty of shopping opportunities, and lots of
information and education on sustainable living. Adults and
children of all ages are welcome...but sorry, no pets allowed.
Who will present on EPIC's Main Stage?
EPIC speakers are at the front of the sustainability movement
and engage audiences in a variety of topics ranging from green
cleaning, sustainable renovation to the latest fashion trends.
Check out some of our confirmed speakers:
- George Stroumboulopoulos - Canadian
journalism icon and host of the hit current events show
"The Hour" (recently renamed 'George Stroumboulopoulos
Tonight'), which has earned 9 Gemini awards.
- Richard Louv - Author of the smash
success book Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from
Nature-Deficit Disorder, Richard will launch the Canadian tour
of his brand new book The Nature Principle: Human Restoration
and The End of Nature-Deficit Disorder at EPIC. Click here
for the full schedule of EPIC speakers.
How will I get to EPIC?
EPIC Vancouver takes place at The NEW Vancouver Convention
Centre, at 1055 Canada Place (www.vancouverconventioncentre.com). Make your
trip eco-friendly by choosing to walk, bike or use public
transit.
Walking
The NEW Vancouver Convention Centre is within walking distance of
most downtown locations. Click here to plan
your trip by foot. Please Note: The NEW Vancouver Convention Centre
is L5 on this map.
Biking
You will find lots of bike parking in the EPIC Bike Valet. To plan
your trip by bicycle, consult this map of Vancouver's bike routes
which includes information on taking bicycles on public transit: MAP
Bus
Coast Mountain Buses, including emission-free trolley buses, serve
the City of Vancouver. A number of buses stop near The NEW
Vancouver Convention Centre. To plan your trip by bus, visit tripplanning.translink.bc.ca
Canada Line
Heading to EPIC from the Vancouver International Airport (YVR)?
The Canada Line, Vancouver's newest rapid transit line, links YVR
directly with downtown Vancouver and Richmond. Take the Canada Line
to Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver - takes only 25
minutes! - and the NEW Vancouver Convention Centre West building is
right around the corner.
SkyTrain
SkyTrain is Vancouver's emission-free light rapid transit system
which connects lower mainland communities between Surrey and
Vancouver. The NEW Vancouver Convention Centre is conveniently
located near Waterfront Station. Click here to plan your trip on SkyTrain.
SeaBus
SeaBus is Vancouver's passenger ferry service, connecting downtown
Vancouver to the North Shore. The NEW Vancouver Convention Centre
is located near the Waterfront Terminal. Click here to plan your trip on SeaBus.
Driving
Driving directions to The NEW Vancouver Convention Centre West
building, as well as parking information, is available online at vancouverconventioncentre.com
Consider making your trip carbon neutral by purchasing a carbon
offset for your journey!
Is EPIC family-friendly?
Yes, EPIC is a family event with a KidZone and plenty of
family-oriented products and services. The KidZone will have fun
arts and crafts, interactive games, and educational activities and
is open during regular show hours. Kids must be accompanied by an
adult.
Can I leave the show and come back at a later time?
Upon request, you will receive a hand stamp for in-and-out
privileges for the day you attend the show.
Where can I find information on the exhibitors?
Please visit Exhibitors for detailed information on
this year's participants. Please note that the Exhibitor List
currently posted is for EPIC 2010, not EPIC 2011. The EPIC 2011
Exhibitor List will be available closer to the Show.
What can I buy at EPIC?
EPIC is a retail-friendly event where you can shop from over 300
exhibits and find all sorts of eco-friendly products and services
such as fashion, food and beverage, home and garden, health and
beauty, and a whole lot more! EPIC is Vancouver's largest
sustainable lifestyle show and eco-marketplace.
How long should I schedule my time to spend at the show?
Typically, visitors spend 3 to 4 hours at EPIC, exploring 300+
exhibitors.
Can I bring my pets?
Sorry no pets are allowed.