Here’s how ridiculously long the line is to get into Vancouver’s Aritzia Warehouse Sale

This year’s Aritzia Warehouse Sale is officially underway, and the line is already reaching ridiculous proportions. So naturally, Curiocity went down to the Vancouver Convention Centre to check it out and assess just how long the wait is for hopeful shoppers.

The first people in line shared that they started lining up at 4 p.m. the day before, which means a fair number of them spent the night in line. Many said that this was the longest line they’ve ever seen at the sale.

In fact, after passing around 50 to 80 people, the lineup time only changed by a few hours to 7 p.m. on Monday, according to a Curiocity representative. Picture dozens of Aritzia sale hopefuls camping outside the convention centre overnight, as per tradition. We’re talking beach blankets, camping chairs, sleeping bags, and lots of warm layers.

On the bright side, Monday night’s sunset (and Tuesday’s sunrise) was truly spectacular, and those in line had all the time in the world to enjoy it.

Flash forward to the first official day of the sale, Tuesday, Aug. 26. At 5:40 a.m., the line apparently reached The Westin Bayshore, and by 6:30 a.m., it extended all the way to the Lift Bar and Grill.

The giant warehouse sale will run until Labour Day on Monday, Sept. 1, 2025, so don’t let Tuesday’s crazy lineup fool you. There’s still plenty of time to shop the sale, with new styles added daily.

Shopping Tips

Already feeling a little overwhelmed? Here are some tips to make the most out of your shopping experience:

• Arrive as early as possible – doors will open at 7 a.m. on most sale days (9 a.m. on Sept. 1 and 2).
• Go bagless – keep your hands as free as possible and minimize the likelihood of losing your phone or wallet somewhere in the chaos.
• Wear the right clothes – AKA something that can easily be slipped on and off when you’re trying things on.
• Work your way inwards – the outer edge of the sale typically consists of the most steeply discounted items, with the most expensive apparel in the middle of the sale.
• If you see something you like, grab it – otherwise, you may miss it.

What time is the Aritzia Warehouse Sale in action?

The sale runs from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. from Tuesday, Aug. 26 to Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, and from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 31 and Monday, Sept. 1, 2025.

So there you have it. Best of luck, shoppers!

Aritzia Warehouse Sale 2025

When: Tuesday, Aug. 26 to Monday, Sept. 1, 2025,
Time: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. from Tuesday to Saturday, and from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday and Monday
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre West – 1055 Canada Place
Cost: Free admission