Watch: Last night at Vancouver’s Odyssey

Partygoers say goodbye to legendary gay club

After more than 25 years at its Howe St location, The Odyssey closed its doors on Sept 5. Xtra videographer James Loewen checked out the event and asked partygoers what The Odyssey has meant to them over the years and how they feel about it closing.

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