Shipyards Christmas Market opens November 28 with skating, music, mulled wine, and Vancouver’s best pork hock — all with no admission fee!
Shipyards Christmas Market
This winter, a brand-new free-entry Christmas market is bringing holiday magic to North Vancouver’s waterfront, and it’s headlined by one of the city’s most beloved holiday food vendors: Haxen Haus.
Known for their legendary crispy, slow-roasted German pork hock, Haxen Haus is making a bold move from the Vancouver Christmas Market to the Shipyards Christmas Market — a festive new destination packed with artisan vendors, free public skating, ocean views, and heartwarming seasonal treats.
“We wanted more than just a location — we wanted a community,” says Adnan Evren, founder of Haxen Haus. “The Shipyards felt like the perfect match. Families, friends, and food lovers can all come together without paying to walk through the gates. That’s powerful.” A New Kind of Holiday Market — Free, Family-Friendly, and Full of Flavor.
The Shipyards Christmas Market is quickly emerging as Vancouver’s best-value holiday experience. Unlike other major markets, this one is completely free to attend, making it accessible to all.
Visitors will enjoy:
- Over 75 artisan vendor huts offering handmade gifts
- A public skating rink with views of the Burrard Inlet and North Shore mountains
- Live entertainment, music, and photo-worthy light displays
- Holiday staples like bratwurst, baked apples, hot cocoa, and mulled wine
- And at the center of it all is Haxen Haus — with their signature Bavarian dish: the Schweinshaxe (crispy pork hock).“We slow-roast our pork hocks for hours,” says Adnan Evren. “ The outside crackles, the inside falls apart — it’s comfort food at its absolute best.”
Each serving is paired with authentic German sauerkraut and hearty rye bread. Their pork is sourced locally from Fraser Valley farms, and seasoned with imported Bavarian spices — a recipe rooted in both family tradition and cultural heritage. More Than Food — It’s an Experience
Haxen Haus was born from a desire to bring people together — and it’s grown into a holiday tradition for thousands. The team doesn’t just serve food; they serve festive comfort with a side of community.“ We want you to feel like you’ve stepped into a holiday memory,” says Donna Evren. “It’s not just about the pork — it’s the feeling of warmth, celebration, and belonging.”
Guests can choose between half or full hocks, enjoy quick service with a smile, and warm up while watching skaters glide past under the lights. It’s Bavarian soul food, reimagined for the Vancouver waterfront.
For a free Christmas market with all the fixings of a classic holiday celebration, head over to Shipyards Christmas Market!
EVENT DETAILS:
📅 Date: November 28 – December 24, 2025
📍 Location: The Shipyards
🎟️ More Info: Shipyards Christmas Market 2025
