New Sunday Sound Sessions kick off in downtown Vancouver with Molasses Catastrophe from Maple Ridge, BC.

Every second Sunday in June, the rocking alternative sounds of local BC boys, Molasses Catastrophe will be pumping out of

The Beaver Lounge from 9pm. 

Molasses Catastrophe is a high-energy three piece blues punk rock band with inspiration ranging from classic rock to contemporary rock, they make a perfect blend of music that you can’t resist. Check out the recent recordings on their website and come see the real deal, bigger and better LIVE at The Beaver on Sunday Nights. Great drink specials, groovy atmosphere, NO COVER CHARGE and live music in the heart of downtown Vancouver’s entertainment district makes this your perfect SUNDAY NIGHT SESSIONS!!

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We are throwing a No Pants Par-tay in the Beaver Bar on Saturday 15th of June from 9pm.

Come Dress as Tom Cruise from ‘Risky Business’ or anyone but with NO pants.

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Got Balls!? We do! Bingo night is your chance to join in the greatest geriatric tradition of

them all, and maybe win a few prizes!

Join Johnny, the main man of the Beaver Bar in a night of numbers as he hosts Bingo.

Hear him call out things like, ‘number 10, big fat hen, number 10′.

Starts from 9pm in the bar.  So try your luck, we dare you!

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Join us in the Bar from 9pm for Flip Cup Thursdays.

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Join Kate, the red-haired mistress from the Front Desk on her mission to conquer the Mountain they call Tunnel.  The Hike is about a 2-3 hour round trip.  Please meet in the foyer at 3:30pm.  All Guests participating in the Hike receive 10% off in the Bar.

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Spring has sprung & we are searching out Vancouver’s best parks & locations to soak in the sun’s rays. We are all in need of a little vitamin D after a long winter so join our weekly Park Days activity to beckon in more long summer days.

Meet in the Vancouver hostel’s lobby at 4pm.

We will supply balls for various sports games, a picnic rug or show you the way to some of our favorite green spaces in downtown Vancouver.

Make friend, catch some sun & maybe even a little exercise.

Then back to The Beaver for cheap drinks and a tasty meal.

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Think you might have what it take to be the next big thing on Canadian Idol??

Well, join us in the Beaver Bar at 9pm for some awesome fun on the mic as we sing our little hearts out to some classic songs.

Audience participation is encouraged!!

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The perfect follow up to Sunday Funday is a soak in the natural mineral waters of the Banff Upper Hot Springs.  Cost is $12  which includes entry to the Hot Springs and return bus transportation.  Meet in the Lobby at 7:30pm for a great hangover cure.

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Join Amanda every Tuesday on a cinematic adventure at the Lux Cinema. Movies are $5 or $11 with popcorn and a drink!

Meet Amanda in the lobby at 6:30pm.

After the movie, come back to the Beaver for 10% off all night.

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Feeling lucky? Wanna see some poker faces over a few pints?

Sign up at the desk before 7pm to reserve a spot at our custom poker table.

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Vancouver is feeling the spring vibe and what better sound track than some upbeat acoustic tunes. With winter slowly fading away over the mountains we have a cozy little venue for you to enjoy some great covers and originals.

Come on down to Samesun Vancouver’s Open Mic night to hear local & international artists playing original tunes and classic covers. All are welcome to sign up to play and diversity is the key with the vast audience that comes through our doors.

This season will be hosted by Candice, local gal with an amazing talent & some super hip covers that will get you groovin.
This intimate venue in the heart of downtown will have you serenaded, rockin and boppin every Tuesday at 9.30pm!

Join us for another awesome musical season at the Samesun’s Beaver Lounge.

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Sunday is Fun Day in Banff! You haven’t really experienced our little mountain town until you’ve gotten amongst a Sunday Fun Day! Every week, as the Calgarians speed along the Trans-Canadian, through the foothills and back to their concrete jungle, the Banff locals come out of hiding and reclaim the town! All the bars and clubs enjoy packed dancefloors for the last 2 hours or so before close.  So come down to the Beaver Bar and start your night off right! We offer our famous roast dinner for only $6, that brings people in from all over town who want to line their stomachs for the big night. We also offer $4 Agwa Bombs to give you that special buzz for the dancing ahead. Once your bellies are full and you’re flying high on Agwa’s suite of stimulants, what you do next with your night is up to you. Drink with us for a while and  head out to the clubs once they get pumping around 11pm, or just stay with us and drink cheap until 2am. Either way, we’ll show you a good time.

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Join Jono and his amazing bag of tricks as he guides you through some old school and new school games.

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What is the only fruit to have its seeds on the outside?

What colour is a number 5 ball in pool?

What is Chief Wiggum’s first name in the Simpsons?

In which US city did gangster Al Capone commit most of his crimes?

According to scholars, how old was Jesus when he was crucified: 18, 25, 33 or 37?

How do you write 2012 in roman numerals?

What is the biggest fish in the world?

What spirit is used in a daiquiri?

How many times has the Mona Lisa been stolen from the Louvre?

Can you answer these questions? Are you wasting your trivia brain sitting at home in front of Jeopardy where other people win the prizes!? Well, grab a few friends or just come down and join a team on Wednesday nights at the Beaver as Quizmaster Ryan fills the bar with quizzical fun! See how much you know about: movies, music, TV,  pop culture, science, sports or geography. We give away terrific prizes every week and always have a great time!

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Every Wednesday night we lead a group out to Tonic for cheap Wings.

Prepare yourself, there might be a contest for who can eat the hottest wings.

After we’ve downed a few birds, we’ll head out on the town or back to the hostel for pool, fooze ball or beers on the patio.

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Wanna sing your heart out? or watch some talented musicians share their singing talents?

Every Tuesday night we take you out to local venues focused around music. Whether it be an Open Mic at the Blue Gator, where you can sign up to show your musical skills, or Kareoke at The Fed to get you rowdy on the mic with a cheering crowd, you will learn to love Tuesdays.

Its a great time out with your fellow travelers, to see some local music and maybe find your favorite bar in Kelowna.

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On a quiet Monday night at the Samesun Kelowna we round up the hostel and snuggle down for a movie night with free popcorn in our lounge room. Movies rotate weekly and we take suggestions at the front desk if you have a movie you wanna see again and share with your new friends. Let us know your favorite movies!

We’d love for you to join us! Come on down from 8pm.

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Feeling like getting cozy?

Pockets a little empty after the weekend?

Lost your sunglasses and cant face the world on a Sunday?

We have you covered, with 2 movies being shown in a quiet, comfy TV room upstairs at the Vancouver Hostel. Whats a good movie with out some pop-corn to go with….. so we’ve supplied that too! Free popcorn and 2 movies….. Great way to recuperate before getting out and seeing the sites again bright and early Monday morning.

Keep a look out in the Samesun Vancouver stairwells for upcoming movie listings.

(In house guests only)

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Sitting down for a Samesun family dinner will make you feel right at home! So we cook up a big roast beef and roast veggie dinner with potatoes and gravy every Sunday night for only $7.

Every Sunday rain or shine you will have a hearty, healthy meal to get you started for a good week exploring the region.

Keep an eye out this Summer as we start BBQ’s and big Salmon cook ups on our patio.

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At the Samesun Kelowna we understand a traveler wants to see the sights, feel the vibe and see the local night life. So we give recommendations for which spots to hit up on which nights and keeps listings of Dj’s touring to town.

Whether its clubbing, live music or lounge bars, we can suggest something you are looking for. Friday and Saturday nights we usually get dressed up and head out to Sapphire Night Club, The Fed, Docs or Level Nightclub. There is always something going on in Kelowna and we have great touring acts and Djs as well as some awesome festivals coming into the warmer months, so keep on the look out for postings of the next big night out.

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Every Saturday we plan a new expedition around the beautiful city of Vancouver. We also like to get out of the city and show you the hidden gems or cant miss spots. Join a group of fellow travelers to make friends, get those perfect photos and see everything Vancouver has to offer.

Trips we’ve planned in the past included Lynn Canyon suspension bridge, Lighthouse Park, Queen Elizabeth Park, Stanely Park bike rides, Granville Island Market tour, trips to historical New Westminster and the grueling Grouse Grind.

Keep an eye out for this weeks destination or ask front desk for details.

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Are you thinking? wow, this city is pretty amazing…. I would love to learn more about it! Well we have hooked you up with some of Vancouver’s best tour guides to fit a backpackers budget.

Free walking tours with The Tour Guys, will get you out on the streets, discovering new and amazing things about Vancouver’s past, present and future. When we say free… these guides only work for tips so please let them know you enjoyed it by throwing a 5 or 10 their way at the end of the tour. It is totally worth it!!

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What plant grows fingers?

Who won the Oscar for best motion picture in 1996?

Who wrote Stairway to Heaven? 

Was it Britney or Paris that said those inappropriate quotes?

Think you have the answers to be declared Samesun’s Smartest Backpacker?

Get your room mates together, come down and grab a table in The Beaver Lounge Vancouver for cheap jugs of lager and a good ol’ pub quiz. The questions kick off around 9.30pm, after all the team names have been announced. You can get an extra point just for having the best team name, so start planning yours. With general knowledge, music and picture rounds projected onto our big screen, there is something in here for everyone. You might be surprised how much you can answer and get to know your fellow backpackers better.

Make sure to check our Facebook page every Thursday for the web question to help you get prepared for the evening!

This is always a popular event so get down early or come reserve a table with the bar staff.

Now proudly sponsored by Canada’s leading hop-on hop-off adventure tour company, Moose Travel is giving away vouchers for premium tours to The Rockies, Okanagan, Whistler & Vancouver Island!

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