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World Cup Fans Flood Vancouver Bar, Boost Street Sales 40%

6/18/2026

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Australian supporters nearly emptied a downtown Vancouver bar during the opening match, a first-time experience for the owners.
Premier David Eby reported that World Cup activity raised Granville Street business by 20 to 40 percent.
Police made one arrest on the pedestrian-only street while bar owner Tom Young hired extra staff for the weekend.
Adrenaline Vancity tattoo shop extended hours, reinstated former artists and offered free tattoos, attracting many fans.

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Australian supporters nearly emptied a downtown Vancouver bar during the opening match, a first-time experience for the owners.
Premier David Eby reported that World Cup activity raised Granville Street business by 20 to 40 percent.
Police made one arrest on the pedestrian-only street while bar owner Tom Young hired extra staff for the weekend.
Adrenaline Vancity tattoo shop extended hours, reinstated former artists and offered free tattoos, attracting many fans.