SATURDAY WILL BE LEGENDARY WITH DUAL HAND LUKE
Saturday July 30 & Sunday July 31 are FREE to the public-you'll see all the VanOpen qualifiers in action along with a special exhibition match on Saturday evening with DUAL HAND LUKE! Luke Jensen, the 2003 French Open doubles champion and 10-time ATP doubles winner, who is now a leading television tennis commentator, will be conducting a pair of exclusive two-hour clinics, over-seeing the live draw of VanOpen matches, participating in a special exhibition match on Hollyburn's stadium court and will also be the featured guest at the tournament's champions dinner on Saturday night.
LIVE MUSIC
After spending a few hours in the blazing August sun, even the most ardent tennis fan needs to take a break from following those fuzzy yellow balls. West Coast musicians, Geoff Gibbons, David Blair and Blaming Taylor will be entertaining the crowds at Hollyburn from Monday to Friday.
FASHION
You don't have to wait until the Grand Slams to see what the glamazons of tennis are wearing. Vancouver's own fashion label, LIJA will be taking us to Centre Court on Tuesday night to showcase their Fall collection on the stadium runway. This, of course, is going to be the chicest sartorial game of tennis we'll see at the event!
FOR THE DIE-HARDS
Head to the Mercedes Vendor Village at the tournament to find out about the latest in technology and tennis equipment. There will be exhibitors to show you how to get the total serve, find out about the latest rackets and we'll even give you a cheeky look at what you should be wearing under those tennis whites with the latest from Bjorn Borg underwear.
AND THE PARTY ANIMALS
Who said Vancouver hasn't had a Summer?! There will be a tropical oasis in the middle of West Van during the Odlum Brown VanOpen. Kick back and enjoy your own slice of Corona heaven while watching the hot shots on court.
BUT ALSO FOR THE KIDS; WEDNESDAY IS KIDS DAY
The first 100 Kids get in free! There'll be players to meet and fun to be had. Plus there'll be a clinic and BBQ too!
GIVE WHEELCHAIR TENNIS A GO
Some of Canada's elite wheelchair tennis players will be at the Odlum Brown VanOpen on Sunday August 7. Why not drop by and try wheelchair tennis: it's free to fans on-site! You can hit with top ranked players who will be there to offer tips and insights. Be warned... it's not easy!
WINE TASTING
Like a long battle on the tennis court, you can experience the dedication, hard work and commitment that goes into every bottle of wine from Beringer Founders' Estate while you're at the Odlum Brown VanOpen presented by Invesco. Guests are welcome to sample the exquisite wines crafted by Beringer at their wine tasting stations from Thursday August 4 through Sunday August 7.
NOTE: Parking is limited so please use public transit or car pool where possible.
