While the winter months are chilly in Vancouver, there’s nothing like a fun date night to warm things up!
There are a number of ways to embrace the plummeting temperatures this year and enjoy yourself during the frosty season.
So, grab that special someone and check out our list of the best ways to enjoy a date during the holidays in Vancouver!
Festive Vancouver Date Nights
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Ice Skating in Robson Square Ice Rink
While this is decidedly one of the most romantic activities to enjoy on a date, it is also extremely cheap. By extremely cheap, we mean free! That’s right, you’ll get to glide on the ice hand in hand with your date in the heart of downtown Vancouver without spending a dime. Score!
Festival of Lights at the VanDusen Botanical Garden
Although it is lovely all year round, there isn’t a more romantic time to visit the garden than during the winter months. Indeed, the garden glistens and glows with festive merriment during the holiday season, and it is positively enchanting. It makes the ideal setting for a romantic stroll, complete with warm hot chocolate, treats, and, if you are lucky, a kiss under the mistletoe!
Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge
The suspension bridge is a fun date idea the whole year round, but it is especially romantic during the winter. The entire bridge is lit up with festive lights, and the entire place looks magical. There are literally hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights throughout the park, so you’ll feel immersed in a winter wonderland.
Grouse Mountain Night Skiing
While skiing is fun during the day, it can get a whole lot more romantic by nightfall. Indeed, there’s nothing like gazing out at the panoramic view below from the top of a mountain while hitting the slopes with your hunny.
You can also enjoy doing a lap at the enchanted ice rink at the Top of Christmas on the mountain. The rink is free to enjoy for everyone with a lift pass.
Vancouver Christmas Market
Yes, you could stroll around the mall and see what is on display, but it will be much more fun to take in the magic of a Christmas Market! There’s all sorts of adorable offerings in this festive paradise: from holiday food, beverages, and goods, you’ll find everything holiday related in one place. The market is features more than 75 huts of authentic, German sweets, treats, and treasures. So, grab that special someone and head down for some festive fun!
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“The Nutcracker” Ballet at the Q.E. Theatre
A holiday classic, this magical performance has left audiences spellbound for decades. Moreover, the ballet dancers in this production are captivating to behold. With graceful leaps and perfectly executed choreography, you’ll get lost in the magic of this whimsical tale. The affair makes for an extremely memorable date.
Catch a Holiday Flick
A movie is always a fun idea for a date night, and gives the both of you lots to chat about afterward; however, a holiday flick is extra fun! Multiple theatres throughout Vancouver show classic holiday films during the month of December, in addition to new releases. The Rio Theatre on Broadway near Commercial Drive is known for showing a multitude of these fun features. What’s more, they even serve alcoholic beverages inside during the evening.
Nat Bailey Stadium Winter Market
Farmers markets are great ideas for dates, because you can hand-pick everything the two of you would like to make for dinner and have the perfect night in. In addition, you’ll be selecting your ingredients from some of the best local and organic food available. During the winter months, there’ll be plenty of festive offerings to snack on and sip while you snack.
The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Traditional Christmas
Feeling cultured? Get out to the symphony this holiday season! Even if you aren’t a connoisseur of the classics, there’s plenty of delightful tunes around this time of year. Indeed, the symphony will soak your eardrums with enchanting holiday carols, and sweep your date off of their feet!
Top Of Vancouver Restaurant
What’s a romantic date without dinner? If you are looking to get the perfect view of a frosty Vancouver, this is it. You’ll be able to sip and taste in style while gazing out at the sprawling panoramic perspective of our oceanside city. If you go when the streets are blanketed in snow, it’s a feast for the eyes and will make for a particularly magical evening. Bon appetit!
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Glow Christmas Light Garden And Market In Langley
There will be 4 enchanting holiday themed light gardens and a stunning 210 ft. light tunnel. This Christmas market has food, beverages, and local pop-up shops in endless pop-up shops. In addition, there will be a bar to enjoy among the 500,000 twinkling lights.
Lights At Lafarge Lake In Coquitlam
Take a lovely evening stroll through a dazzling 1.2 kilometres of festive lights with your hunnie. It’s is the perfect way to enjoy the holidays and take in some incredible scenery. With ten themed zones there’s plenty to explore. What’s more, this event is 100% free – score!
Holiday Train In the Tri-Cities
This incredible train is a fan-favourite amongst British Columbians, and its making its festive stops this December! The train will stop in Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Port Moody, and Port Coquitlam. For more information about when you can visit the train, check out our post here.
