There are so many things to do in Vancouver this weekend that your schedule is about to look as packed as Santa’s. Hit up a holiday market, sip on some festive drinks, and get into the spirit of the season!
42 Fun Things To Do In Metro Vancouver This Weekend (Dec 5-7)
Noel Surrey with the Magic of Bright Nights
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, Noel Surrey! Millions of lights are about to shimmer at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds this winter from November 28 to December 28, bringing the holiday spirit straight to you and your family. And with Bright Nights joining the event, Noel Surrey is sure to be packed with festive fun for everyone while also raising money to support the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund.
If you love a light display, then you’re certainly going to be spoiled at Noel Surrey. With millions of beautiful, shimmering lights, this is one event that shines directly onto the joy of the holiday season. And as always, they’ll also have complimentary rides on their 50-ft Ferris wheel (Nov 28-Dec 19), as well as bumper cars (Dec 20-28). Best of all– kids 6 and under are completely free, have no time restrictions, and are inclusive of all entertainment, attractions, and parking. That means all children have the chance to make holiday memories with Noel Surrey for absolutely no cost.
This Christmas, head to Noel Surrey for holiday magic and festive fun that warms the heart. You can find the festival located at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Central Surrey, just minutes from Hwy 1, 10 & 15.
📅 Date: November 28 – December 28, 2025
⌛ Hours: 2:00pm/3:00pm – 9:00pm (varies by day)
📍 Location: Cloverdale Fairgrounds
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Noel Surrey 2025
Vancouver Christmas Market
The Vancouver Christmas Market is one of the best ways to kick off the holiday season. This super-popular annual event has everything you’d ever want out of a Christmas market, including a massive tree, tons of food, and lots of shopping.
📅 Date: November 13 – December 24, 2025
📍 Location: Jack Poole Plaza
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Vancouver Christmas Market
Gingerbread Lane
Returning for another delicious year is Hyatt Regency Vancouver’s Gingerbread Lane, running from November 27 to December 28! As Canada’s longest-running gingerbread display, this beloved holiday tradition brings together the community with the spirit of giving, creativity, and compassion– all under one baked good roof. This amazing, free event invites you and the family to enjoy a holiday walk through some fantastic baking displays while also supporting Make-A-Wish Canada to help grant wishes to children with critical illnesses.
As always, visitors are able to take part in the People’s Choice Award for this year’s gingerbread houses. You can vote for your favourite creation and celebrate the most creative and inspiring design of 2025.
This year, get into the season of giving with Gingerbread Lane. Walk through aisles of sweets, marvel at the amazing creativity of Vancouver’s bakers, and help Make-A-Wish Canada bring wishes to children who need it the most.
📅 Date: November 27 – December 28, 2025
📍 Location: Hyatt Regency Vancouver
🎟️ More Info: Gingerbread Lane 2025
Our Connection To Hockey
Hockey is more than just a sport in Canada. It’s part of our culture, our history, and it’s played an important role in bringing people from all walks of life together under one game. The Museum of Surrey’s newest free exhibit is showcasing exactly that, highlighting the integral part hockey has played in Canada’s past and present. Excitingly, it also shines a light on Surrey’s local hockey heroes, as well as having plenty of interactive activities that will get the whole family hooting and hollering for a goal.
Visitors will have the chance to learn all about how hockey is part of the glue that keeps Canada together. Alongside the national icons on showcase, Surrey’s own athletes and game-changers will be under the same spotlight, as well as the untold stories of diversity in hockey. Women’s hockey, para hockey, and Punjabi broadcasters have all played some amazing parts in making the sport what it is today– especially locally.
📅 Date: October 16, 2025 – April 26, 2026
📍 Location: Museum of Surrey
🎟️ More Info: Our Connection to Hockey
Weirdos Holiday Market 2025
Returning bigger and more joyfully unhinged than ever is the Weirdos Holiday Market!
This isn’t your average holiday market, but is instead a place that invites the strange, the offbeat, and the odd. Perfect of collectors of the bold and bizarre, this one-of-a-kind shopping experience is one you have to see to believe. The market takes place over two weekends, and offers guests twice the chance to soak up the weird and wonderful this season. You can expect over 80 artists and makers showcasing their wares. This includes 20 completely new artists that will be joining the roster, making it an extra exciting year to meet some new makers and see their amazing creations.
📅 Dates:
Friday Night Markets (19+): December 5 & 12; 5pm to 10pm
Saturday, December 6 & 13; 11am to 5pm
Sunday, December 7 & 14; 11am to 5pm
📍 Location: The Russian Hall
🎟️ Tickets are available at the door. To learn more, please visit them online.
Arts Club Theatre Company: DISNEY’S FROZEN
Disney’s FROZEN has touched the hearts of children of all ages, including adults, since the film’s release in 2013, followed by the Broadway premiere of the musical in 2018. This production promises to reawaken the wonder and magic within us all. Families, fans of the film, theatregoers, and newcomers alike will adore this show. Experience the magic of the beloved animated movie and revel in show-stopping favourites such as “Let It Go,” “For the First Time in Forever,” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” and delight in enchanting new ones.
📅 Date: October 30, 2025 – January 4, 2026
📍 Location: Stanley BFL Canada Stage
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Disney’s FROZEN in Vancouver
Make It
Make It is back for two magical weekends of festive shopping, good vibes, and creative inspiration at the PNE Forum.
You can expect hundreds of talented Makies with the best handmade gifts. From cozy knits and ceramics to art, jewelry, and delicious local treats, there’s no shortage of amazing creations for you to peruse. There will also be food trucks, music, Santa photos, an interactive zone, a new wellness area, and festive surprises throughout the show. You can check out the whole list of Makies right here, so you can start planning your shopping early! With over 325 booths, you’ll definitely be able to check everyone off your nice list! And while you’re at it, don’t forget to pick something up for yourself, too.
📅 Date: December 4-7, December 11-14, 2025
📍 Location: PNE Forum
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Make It 2025
O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy ON TOUR
Rich in wordplay, comic physicality, and cleverly crafted interactive elements, O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy is uproarious fun, yet it is the duo’s boundless imagination and endearing chemistry that provide the real magic and heart of this play. Hailed as “a child’s imagination on steroids” by London Free Press and “a masterpiece of physical comedy” by Theatre In London, critics rave for the charismatic James & Jamesy. A must-see performance on the international comedy circuit, this unstoppable duo is regarded as “one of the most popular fringe duos ever” (CBC).
📅 Date: November 12 – December 30, 2025
📍 Location: Various theatres across the Lower Mainland
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy
Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women
Directed by Barbara Tomasic, this coming-of-age favourite invites audiences to rediscover one of the most cherished stories in literature with a fresh and inventive stage adaptation by acclaimed playwright Lauren M. Gunderson. With its multi-generational appeal, Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women continues the Arts Club Theatre Company’s tradition of presenting uplifting and beautifully staged productions. The production’s blend of humour, emotion, and imagination will captivate longtime fans of the novel as well as audiences discovering the March sisters for the first time.
📅 Date: November 28, 2025 – January 4, 2026
📍 Location: Granville Island Stage
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women in Vancouver
Aunt Leah’s Christmas Tree Charity Lots
Get into the holiday spirit with Aunt Leah’s Christmas Tree Charity Lots! This Metro Vancouver tradition invites you to buy a tree or volunteer with one of Aunt Leah’s Tree Lots, and help bring together the community to support youth and vulnerable moms. At Aunt Leah’s Christmas tree lots, you’ll find fresh-cut trees, condo-friendly potted trees, and festive wreaths. Every tree sold helps Aunt Leah’s provide housing, life skills, education and employment services for young people transitioning from foster care and mothers at risk of losing custody of their children.
📅 Date: November 28 – December 20, 2025
📍 Location: St. Stephen’s United Church (Vancouver), All Saints Anglican Church (Burnaby)
🎟️ More Info: Aunt Leah’s Christmas Tree Charity Lots
Dance Into Christmas
The Richmond Academy of Dance invites you to enjoy a festive evening of dance and song! Dance Into Christmas is a holiday performance extravaganza, featuring the most beautiful excerpts from the Nutcracker Ballet, as well as many other festive delights. Attendees can expect special guest artists from Les Grands Ballet Canadiens performing the Nutcracker Grand Pas de Deux, dazzling the stage with their fantastic moves. There will also be live music from Mike Jose and his band!
📅 Date: December 5, 2025
📍 Location: Massey Theatre
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Dance Into Christmas with the Richmond Academy Of Dance
VIVA LA DANZA
Step into a world of breathtaking movement, live artistry, and cultural brilliance as the Mexican Dance Ensemble of Vancouver presents VIVA LA DANZA 2025 — an electrifying showcase of tradition, passion, and immersive storytelling through dance. Featuring Naty Cerecedo and the renowned Mariachi Los Dorados, the evening blends live performance and folkloric dance into a dynamic, deeply moving journey across Mexico’s artistic landscapes. Every piece reflects the dedication, heart, and cultural pride poured into this production by a community of passionate artists.
📅 Date: December 6, 2025
📍 Location: Faris Family Studio – The Dance Centre, Vancouver
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: VIVA LA DANZA 2025
Parade of Lights
Port Coquitlam’s popular Parade of Lights is returning for its second year! This dazzling performance is bringing an expanded and even more vibrant holiday celebration to downtown Port Coquitlam, showcasing a procession of decorated vehicles from the entire community.
📅 Date: December 6, 2025
📍 Location: Downtown Port Coquitlam (parade starts Port Coquitlam Community Centre)
🎟️ More Info: Parade of Lights 2025
Tea Lights at Yaletown
Tea Lights at Yaletown is bringing free tea tasting, as well as the chance to explore all the Tea Lights experiences — Matcha Workshops, Tea Omakase, and Tea-Inspired Dining. At Tea Lights at Yaletown, you are invited to learn about the health benefits of tea and the story behind Regenerative Organic Certified tea farm. Enjoy a complimentary tea tasting and a small info station where anyone can explore the teas up close. Moreover, you can join some featured experiences, available for booking right now.
📅 Date: November 28 – December 21, 2025
📍 Location: 123Dough Organic Cafe
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Tea Lights at Yaletown 2025
Destination Downtown
This holiday season, Destination Downtown is the place to be with tons of festive things to do across the downtown area! This includes a Ferris wheel, light installations, and tons of photo-ops.
From December 2 to January 3, 2026, the Ferris wheel will be open for rides at just $7 per person. Operating from Tuesday to Sunday, it’s the perfect activity to add a touch of whimsy to your holiday plans. Positioned in the heart of downtown, the Ferris wheel is surrounded by a variety of other seasonal attractions. It offers riders a bird’s-eye view of the city’s twinkling holiday lights.
Afterwards, be sure to take a short stroll to Coal Harbour, where you’ll find a series of breathtaking light installations. There will be over 120 illuminated trees and glowing animal displays along the Coal Harbour Seawall from Canada Place. You can also check out the fan-favourite VANCOUVER sign near the waterfront. Show your city pride and snap a pic with this iconic piece of the city!
📅 Date: December 1, 2025 – February 28, 2026
📍 Location: Various locations across downtown Vancouver
🎟️ More Info: Destination Downtown
Glow Langley 2025 – The Magic Toy Shop
Get ready to immerse yourself in Glow Langley 2025 – The Magical Toy Shop, where lights sparkle, toys come alive, and holiday wonder fills every corner. Explore dazzling displays, playful adventures, and storybook settings that bring the magic to life. All of this comes at the same affordable price for four years running.
📅 Date: November 20 – December 21, 2025
📍 Location: Glow Gardens Langley
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Glow Langley 2025
Wesbrook Village Holiday Market
Returning for its second year is the Wesbrook Village Holiday Market at UBC! Featuring a variety of local artisan vendors and festive fun, this market is a must-visit for anyone who adores some good holiday shopping. This is your chance to mark off everyone on your nice list, discovering unique, handcrafted goods that are perfect for gifting (or little treats for yourself). You can also look forward to a tree lighting ceremony that will be taking place on November 28! Grab your family and friends and get into the holiday spirit as the tree is lit up.
📅 Date: November 28 – December 21, 2025
📍 Location: Norman MacKenzie Square, Wesbrook Village
🎟️ More Info: Wesbrook Village Holiday Market 2025
Holidays On Robson
Holidays on Robson is here to bring the magic of the wintry season with activities for all ages! Join them on December 6 and 13 for festive fun, including a Santa letter-writing station and the annual Caminando Carolers filling the street with holiday classics from 1:30–4:30pm. This is the best way to shop local, spread cheer, and celebrate the season on Robson. And if you’re looking for more ways to get into the holidays, you won’t want to miss Fleurs De Villes Noël from December 5-15. Walk the holiday floral trail and take in the beautiful festive installations along Robson Street.
📅 Date: December 6, December 13, 2025
📍 Location: 1091 Robson Street, Vancouver
🎟️ More Info: Holidays on Robson 2025
The Holiday In Concert
Playing on the Orpheum’s big screen is The Holiday, with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra playing the score live to picture! This comes after a series of sold-out performances in London, which is now coming to captivate audiences in Vancouver for two days only. Enjoy the timeless story of The Holiday as it’s paired with the music score composed by the legendary Hans Zimmer.
📅 Date: December 4 – 5, 2025
📍 Location: The Orpheum
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: The Holiday In Concert
Christmas at District 1881 Downtown Chilliwack
Christmas at District 1881 is returning to Downtown Chilliwack! This vibrant heritage district, reminiscent of a charming European town, has enchanted locals and visitors alike since its revitalization less than two years ago. During the winter months, District 1881 transforms into a festive haven. It is decorated with beautiful lights, and a towering 40-foot Christmas tree adds extra magic to the area, along with tons of seasonal decorations.
📅 Date: November 15 – December 24, 2025
📍 Location: District 1881
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Christmas at District 1881
Artemis Space Adventure With LEGO® Bricks
Produced by Flying Fish and supported by Science World, kids can go in their own galactic adventure with this space-themed exhibition. Guests will be able to enjoy hands-on engineering challenges and workshop stations that are inspired by the creative problem-solving that real astronauts have to do.
📅 Date: June 26, 2025 – April 6, 2026
📍 Location: Science World
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
One of Vancouver’s most beloved holiday traditions is back – and it’s brighter, bolder and more magical than ever. The iconic suspension bridge and Park will transform into a sparkling holiday wonderland filled with millions of twinkling lights, festive treats and family fun! This season, guests can discover something entirely new: Wildlight, a mesmerizing 3D wildlife projection set deep within the rainforest. West Coast forest creatures such as the black bear, coyote and Great Horned Owl come to life in stunning detail across the natural landscape.
📅 Date: November 21, 2025 – January 18, 2026
📍 Location: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Canyon Lights 2025
The Winter Lodge at Stanley’s
This winter, Stanley’s Bar & Grill is transforming into Stanley’s Winter Lodge – a cozy, mountain-inspired holiday pop-up tucked beneath the trees, where lanterns glow, snowflakes twinkle, and mulled wine meets cabin-warm comfort. Think fireside dining, cozy winter flavours, twinkle-lit lodge vibes and playful touches like DIY s’mores – all without leaving the city. Inside you can expect twinkling snowfall, alpine-inspired details, and a warm, woodsy ambience – designed to feel like a mountain lodge after a day in the snow.
📅 Date: November 19 – February 1, 2026 (Open Wednesday – Sunday, 12:00pm to 8:00pm)
📍 Location: Stanley’s Bar & Grill
🎟️ More Info: Stanley’s Winter Lodge 2025 – 2026
Naughty Vs. Nice
Returning to Tightrope Impro Theatre after a successful 2023 run is Naughty Vs. Nice! Prepare yourself for an evening packed with laughs and improv, all with a holiday twist. This show is a tag team improv battle royale where you decide who reigns supreme. You can catch performances from classic holiday characters like Santa vs. Krampus, Elves vs. Goblins, and Golden Girl vs. Baba Yaga. These favourite festive folk will be fighting for that seasonal glory, making it an outrageous improv showdown. Just be prepared to be laughing all night long!
📅 Date: November 22 – December 20, 2025
📍 Location: Tightrope Impro Theatre
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Naughty Vs. Nice 2025
North Vancouver Shipyard’s Ice Rink
North Vancouver’s Shipyards Ice Rink is returning for another season! This massive, 12,000-square-foot outdoor rink will officially open on November 28, 2025—marking the first day to lace up and enjoy this free winter activity. The popular rink, located in Lonsdale’s waterfront district, gives skaters a chance to glide under a retractable roof with stunning city views. Whether it’s a rainy day or a crisp evening, the rink’s unique design makes it a must-visit winter experience.
📅 Date: November 28, 2025 – March 2026
📍 Location: Shipyards District
🎟️ More Info: Shipyards Ice Rink 2025-2026
Robson Square Ice Rink
This winter, strap on some skates and frolic in one of Vancouver’s most beloved ice rinks. Enjoy the downtown vibes as you glide along the ice with your friends, date, or whoever you like skating with. This Robson Square Ice Rink has always been a popular spot for holiday shoppers. Conveniently located in the centre of downtown, it is an outdoor rink with a glass ceiling that beautifully lights up for the festive season. It provides guests a unique experience, skating around while taking in the hustle and bustle of the busiest time of year. Nothing sings Christmas quite like it.
📅 Date: December 1, 2025 – February 28, 2026
📍 Location: Robson Square
🎟️ More Info: Robson Square Ice Rink
Santa’s Christmas Ships: Christmas Boat Parade
Metro Vancouver’s Shore will once again be alight with a dazzling parade full of festive light displays. So grab the family, prepare some snacks and venture down to the waterfront to see a procession that is as merry as it is bright. Nearly two dozen boats will strut their stuff on select days from November 29 – December 20, decked out with wreaths, LEDS, inflatable decorations, Santa Clauses, and snowmen.
📅 Date: Select dates from November 29 – December 20, 2025
📍 Location: various locations
🎟️ More Info: Santa’s Christmas Ships
North Pole Express at the Railway Museum of BC
Bring out the candy canes and presents – it’s time to board the North Pole Express! As winter’s beauty envelops Squamish, adventurous families are invited to climb on the train to Santa’s workshop. Don’t miss this magical Christmas train ride full of family memories that will last a lifetime. Departing from the Museum, trains will head either north on CN tracks near the Squamish River or south through Squamish toward the shipping port. Every train leaves from and returns to our Squamish Station at the Railway Museum of BC.
📅 Date: November 29-30 – December 6-7, 13-27, 20-21, 2025
📍 Location: Railway Museum of British Columbia
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: North Pole Express 2025
Winter In The Village
The holiday season brings about many cheerful celebrations, but Steveston’s Winter In The Village is special. Special because it transforms Richmond into a month-long winter wonderland spreading Christmas joy and light. The whole family is invited to Richmond’s enchanting waterfront village for holiday festivities. Across the neighbourhood are several engaging Christmas activities including holiday light displays, Santa visits, Steveston Sips, Festival of Trees, tram rides, and selfie stations.
📅 Date: November 20 – December 31, 2025
📍 Location: Steveston Village
🎟️ More Info: Winter In The Village 2025
All Aboard The Santa Express + Christmas Night Train
Riding on a mini-holiday train through a winter wonderland of lights and festive displays is undoubtedly one of the most magical holiday experiences. The Bear Creek Christmas Train is back to provide a lot of joy, glee, and loads of family fun.
📅 Date: December 1 – 31, 2025
📍 Location: Bear Creek Park
🎟️ More Info: Bear Creek Christmas Train (tickets available only in-person)
The Magic of Christmas at Butchart Gardens
You can walk in a winter wonderland at one of the most breathtaking parks on Vancouver Island. Visit Butchart Gardens nestled in Victoria for a magical experience this holiday season. Visitors can enjoy scenes depicting the classic Twelve Days of Christmas and when you’re tired, make sure to keep warm at the coffee shop for a cup of joe or hot chocolate by the fire. Of course, you have to dig into some gingerbread, too.
📅 Date: December 1, 2025 – January 6, 2026
📍 Location: Butchart Gardens
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: The Magic of Christmas
Seattle Christmas Market
The Seattle Christmas Market is back for their 3rd season after a popular launch in 2023. The event promises to transport you to a winter wonderland filled with German-inspired holiday market charm. Nestled in the heart of the city, this event is bond to be a magical place where locals and visitors can come together to celebrate the spirit of Christmas. There will be over 80 artisanal vendors inside beautifully curated wooden huts. They offer unique, handcrafted gifts, ranging from intricate ornaments and festive decorations to delectable seasonal treats and mulled wine.
📅 Date: November 20 – December 24, 2025
📍 Location: Seattle Center
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Seattle Christmas Market 2025
Shipyards Christmas Market
Shipyards Christmas Market opens November 28 with skating, music, mulled wine, and Vancouver’s best pork hock — all with no admission fee! 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. For a Christmas market with all the fixings of a classic holiday celebration, head over to Shipyards Christmas Market!
📅 Date: November 28 – December 24, 2025
📍 Location: The Shipyards
🎟️ More Info: Shipyards Christmas Market 2025
VanDusen Festival of Lights
Don’t miss this year’s VanDusen Festival of Lights, where art and nature meet in a spectacular display of winter’s beauty. Starting on November 29, 1 million+ lights will make Vancouver’s famous VanDusen Botanical Garden shine and sparkle. Witness the garden’s 15 acres covered in dazzling displays, perfect for family outings or Instagram photo ops.
📅 Date: November 28, 2025 – January 4, 2026
📍 Location: VanDusen Botanical Garden
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: VanDusen Festival of Lights
Merry & Bright at Martini Town – An Immersive Holiday Experience
Step into a world of movie magic and indulge in a unique holiday experience at Martini Town. Returning after a popular launch in 2023, Langley’s very own exterior Film Backlot is set to reopen to the public. Their beautiful set is being transformed into a Christmas wonderland by a team of skilled industry crew. Visit a New York City Street, courthouse, diner, town square and small town – all at Merry & Bright. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! This is a holiday event like no other.
📅 Date: November 21 – December 31, 2025
📍 Location: 1123 272 Street, Langley
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Merry & Bright at Martini Town
Lights By The Lake
This annual event transforms the Harrison lakefront into a dazzling wonderland of lights. These stunning display lights up the esplanade along the lake. It covers a 2KM waterfront stretch, creating a breathtaking spectacle that promises to make your holiday season even more magical. The lake is about a two-hour drive from Vancouver, making it a great trip for a weekend getaway.
📅 Date: November 22, 2025 – January 11, 2026
📍 Location: Harrison Lake
🎟️ More Info: Lights by the Lake
Festive Village at Burnaby Village Museum
Experience Burnaby in all its festive beauty. The popular Festive Village event will be coming back for another enchanting year, presented with Concord Pacific. Guests can wander the museum’s 10-acre venue and take in all the seasonal entertainment, demonstrations and activities. There will also be a variety of delicious treats to enjoy from local food trucks or Mai’s Cafe, formerly known as the Ice Cream Parlour.
📅 Date: November 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026 (closed December 24 and 25)
📍 Location: Burnaby Village Museum
🎟️ More Info: Festive Village
Peak of Christmas at Grouse Mountain
Grouse Mountain is once again transforming for Peak of Christmas; a mountain top Christmas Village complete with an enchanting Light Walk, outdoor skating pond and more. With the perfect holiday backdrop, guests of all ages will be transported to a winter wonderland, complete with snow, Santa and his real reindeer, brilliant light installations and Christmas movies in the Theatre in the Sky.
📅 Date: November 21 – December 24, 2025
📍 Location: Grouse Mountain
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: The Peak of Christmas
Bright Walk In White Rock
Although already beautiful, the White Rock Pier will become even more magical and festive during the holiday season with its annual Bright Walk! This winter, the waterfront promenade decked with magical lights and displays full of holiday cheer, transforming the popular location to be seemingly right out of a Christmas movie. Among the 50,000 beautiful holiday lights is a beautifully illuminated light tunnel, a 20-foot Christmas tree, and an 8-foot-tall selfie frame.
📅 Date: December 7, 2025 – January 18, 2026
📍 Location: Memorial Park
🎟️ More Info: Bright Walk in White Rock 2025
Dave Chappelle
Get ready to laugh, Vancouver: Dave Chappelle is coming to the West Coast with a brand-new show! The award-winning comedian, actor, screenwriter, and producer has just announced a run of arena shows coming this December, with presales already having begun. Known for his wit, social commentary, and no-holds-barred approach, Chappelle’s comedy has reshaped the industry by taking on complex social issues while breaking records. You can only get this kind of piercing insight from Chappelle himself. He’s been unmistakably cemented as one of the greatest comedians you’ll ever see live.
📅 Date: December 7, 2025
📍 Location: Rogers Arena
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Dave Chappelle at Rogers Arena
Sports in Metro Vancouver This Weekend
Get front-row seats to the best adrenaline-pumping games that Metro Vancouver has to offer!
🏒 Vancouver Canucks
- December 5: vs. Utah Mammoth
- December 6: vs. Minnesota Wild
📍 Location: Rogers Arena
🎟️ Tickets & More Info: https://www.nhl.com/canucks/
There’s an endless stream of things to do in Vancouver, so we’re sure that you can find something that you’ll want to do on this list. From hockey to the holidays, from festivities to parties, the city is never short of fun.
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