فهرست برنامه های تفریحی و سرگرم کننده برای کودکان، نوجوانان، جوانان و خانواده ها در ونکوور بزرگ

 برنامه های تفریحی و خانوادگی در ونکوور بزرگ در ماه دسامبر2021           

Wednesday, December 1, 2021

• BC Buy Local Week– this week people are reminded about the value of supporting local and independently-owned businesses. While doing your holiday shopping, be sure to buy local as much as you can!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• The Real Wild West– both this new film and the one about Canada show at FlyOver Canada.
• Christmas Attractions
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Bright Nights– amazing Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. (TBC)

Thursday, December 2, 2021

• BC Buy Local Week– this week people are reminded about the value of supporting local and independently-owned businesses. While doing your holiday shopping, be sure to buy local as much as you can!
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• The Real Wild West– both this new film and the one about Canada show at FlyOver Canada.
• Christmas Tree Sales– various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
• Christmas Attractions
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. (TBC)

Friday, December 3, 2021

• BC Buy Local Week– this week people are reminded about the value of supporting local and independently-owned businesses. While doing your holiday shopping, be sure to buy local as much as you can! For ideas on how and why you should support small businesses in your community, see our article about BC Buy Local Week.
• Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair– a large indoor holiday artisan market at the Poirier Forum. (December 3-5, 2021.)
• Hopscotch Festival– a series of whiskey and other fine spirits-tasting events in Vancouver. Today features the Canadian premiere of “The Water of Life” and Whisky Tasting event.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver TheatreSports– live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• The Real Wild West– both this new film and the one about Canada show at FlyOver Canada.
• Christmas Tree Sales– various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
• Christmas Attractions
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Bright Nights– amazing Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. (TBC)

Saturday, December 4, 2021

• BC Buy Local Week– this week people are reminded about the value of supporting local and independently-owned businesses. While doing your holiday shopping, be sure to buy local as much as you can!
• TEDx Grandview Heights– inspirational speakers present on a range of topics today at Granville Island.
• Shipyards Christmas Festival– a free winter holiday-themed community event at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. Activities include live music, an artisan market, ice skating and the lighting of the City of North Vancouver’s official Christmas tree.
• Shipyards Christmas Artisan Market– an indoor market in the Pipe Shop at the Shipyards in North Vancouver.
• Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair– a large indoor holiday artisan market at the Poirier Forum.
• Christmas at Britannia Mine– Santa Claus is on site today for family photos. The venue also has Christmas lights and decorations.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Opening Day for MONOVA– the Museum of North Vancouver opens for the first time today. Admission is free (but for today only).
• Vancouver TheatreSports– live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• The Real Wild West– both this new film and the one about Canada show at FlyOver Canada.
• Christmas Attractions
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver. Today also features the festival’s Dundarave Nativity Paddle Songsevent with live entertainment.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Bright Nights– amazing Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. (TBC)

Sunday, December 5, 2021

• BC Buy Local Week– this week people are reminded about the value of supporting local and independently-owned businesses. While doing your holiday shopping, be sure to buy local as much as you can!
• Shipyards Christmas Artisan Market– an indoor market in the Pipe Shop at the Shipyards in North Vancouver.
• Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair– a large indoor holiday artisan market at the Poirier Forum.
• Christmas at Britannia Mine– Santa Claus is on site today for family photos. The venue also has Christmas lights and decorations.
• Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir– the all-male choir performs its Sing We Now of Christmasconcert (with Winter Harp) at the Massey Theatre in New Westminster.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• The Real Wild West– both this new film and the one about Canada show at FlyOver Canada.
• Christmas Events and Attractions
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Christmas in Steveston Village– activities include a display of classic cars in town, the arrival of Santa Claus by boat at the Steveston Public Wharf, and visits with the man in red at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery.
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Jazz Vespers– at St. Andrews-Wesley United Church.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.

Week of December 6th to 12th

December 1-5 | December 6-12 | December 13-19 | December 20-26 | December 27-31

Monday, Deceber 6, 2021

• Christmas Attractions
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
• Christmas Tree Sales– various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• FlyOver Canada– the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place (and their Christmas show starts on December 9).
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.rob
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.

Tuesday, December 7, 2021

• Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir– the all-male choir performs its Sing We Now of Christmasconcert at the Surrey Arts Centre. (Note: If this concert is sold out there are other concerts in Delta and North Vancouver on Dec. 13 & 16.)
• Christmas Attractions and Activities
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Christmas Tree Sales– various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada– the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place (and their Christmas show starts on December 9).
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.

Wednesday, December 8, 2021

• Christmas Activities
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs. (TBC)
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Christmas Tree Sales– various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• FlyOver Canada– the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place (and their Christmas show starts on December 9).
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink behind the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.

Thursday, December 9, 2021

• Christmas Attractions
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Soar with Santa at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Brentwood Holidays on the Block– food trucks, market vendors, live music, free photos with Santa and family-friendly activities in Burnaby.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs. (TBC)
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink at the corner of Howe and Robson Street.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.

Friday, December 10, 2021

• All About Christmas Gifts Expo– a giant holiday market at Heritage Park in Chilliwack.
• December Night Lights 2021– private 1-hour holiday lights viewing opportunities at the Vancouver Lookoutfor groups of up to 12 people (on Dec. 10, 11, 17 & 18).
• Christmas Attractions
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Soar with Santa at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Brentwood Holidays on the Block– food trucks, market vendors, live music, free photos with Santa and family-friendly activities in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
  • Christmas Tree Sales– various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink behind the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Vancouver TheatreSports– live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.

Saturday, December 11, 2021

• All About Christmas Gifts Expo– a giant holiday market at Heritage Park in Chilliwack.
• New West Holiday Market– a Christmas-themed artisan market featuring about 90 vendors outside the City Hall in New Westminster.
• Shipyards Christmas Artisan Market– an indoor market in the Pipe Shop at the Shipyards in North Vancouver.
• Brentwood Holidays on the Block– food trucks, market vendors, live music, free photos with Santa and family-friendly activities in Burnaby.
• Vancouver Christmas Boat Cruise– a party boat cruise with Santa Claus and Vancouver Boat Partiesin the waters around downtown Vancouver.
• December Night Lights 2021– private 1-hour holiday lights viewing opportunities at the Vancouver Lookoutfor groups of up to 12 people (on Dec. 10, 11, 17 & 18).
• Christmas at Britannia Mine– Santa Claus is on site today for family photos. The venue also has Christmas lights and decorations.
• Christmas Attractions
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire at West Vancouver’s Dundarave Beach. Today also features the festival’s World Christmas
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
  • Christmas Tree Sales– various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– if you use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER you’ll save 25% at the family-friendly museum!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink behind the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Vancouver TheatreSports– live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.

Sunday, December 12, 2021

• All About Christmas Gifts Expo– a giant holiday market at Heritage Park in Chilliwack.
• New West Holiday Market– a Christmas-themed artisan market featuring about 90 vendors outside the City Hall in New Westminster.
• Shipyards Christmas Artisan Market– an indoor market in the Pipe Shop at the Shipyards in North Vancouver.
• Christmas Activities
  • Christmas at Britannia Mine– Santa Claus is on site today for family photos. The venue also has Christmas lights and decorations.
  • Brentwood Holidays on the Block– food trucks, market vendors, live music, free photos with Santa and family-friendly activities in Burnaby.
  • Soar with Santa at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
  • Christmas Tree Sales– various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.

Week of December 13th to 19th

December 1-5 | December 6-12 | December 13-19 | December 20-26 | December 27-31

Monday, December 13, 2021

• Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir– the popular choir performs its Sing We Now of Christmasconcert along with the South Delta Secondary School Choir at South Delta Baptist Church.
• Christmas Attractions
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink behind the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.

Tuesday, December 14, 2021

• Christmas Attractions
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink behind the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.

Wednesday, December 15, 2021

• Christmas Attractions
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink behind the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.

 Thursday, December 16, 2021

• Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir– the popular choir performs its Sing We Now of Christmasconcert along with Argyle Secondary School Choirs at Centennial Theatre in North Vancouver.
• Christmas Activities
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Brentwood Holidays on the Block– food trucks, market vendors, live music, free photos with Santa and family-friendly activities in Burnaby.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink behind the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.

Friday, December 17, 2021

• Last day of school before Christmas holidays for most Lower Mainland schools.
• December Night Lights 2021– private 1-hour holiday lights viewing opportunities at the Vancouver Lookoutfor groups of up to 12 people (on Dec. 10, 11, 17 & 18).
• Vancouver TheatreSports– live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Christmas Attractions
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Brentwood Holidays on the Block– food trucks, market vendors, live music, free photos with Santa and family-friendly activities in Burnaby.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink behind the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.

Saturday, December 18, 2021

• December Night Lights 2021– private 1-hour holiday lights viewing opportunities at the Vancouver Lookoutfor groups of up to 12 people (on Dec. 10, 11, 17 & 18).
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Christmas Attractions
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire at West Vancouver’s Dundarave Beach. Today also features ChristmasWassail & Bonfire Night with free live music and festive holiday celebrations.
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Brentwood Holidays on the Block– food trucks, market vendors, live music, free photos with Santa and family-friendly activities in Burnaby.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Vancouver TheatreSports– live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink at the corner of Howe and Robson Street.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.

Sunday, December 19, 2021

• Christmas Attractions
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Brentwood Holidays on the Block– food trucks, market vendors, live music, free photos with Santa and family-friendly activities in Burnaby.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink at the corner of Howe and Robson Street.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.

Week of December 20th to 26th

December 1-5 | December 6-12 | December 13-19 | December 20-26 | December 27-31

Monday, December 20, 2021

• Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
• PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
• Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
• Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
• Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
• Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
• Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
• Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
• Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
• Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink at the corner of Howe and Robson Street.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.

Tuesday, December 21, 2021

• Christmas Attractions
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Brentwood Holidays on the Block– food trucks, market vendors, live music, free photos with Santa and family-friendly activities in Burnaby.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink at the corner of Howe and Robson Street.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.

Wednesday, December 22, 2021

• Christmas Attractions
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Brentwood Holidays on the Block– food trucks, market vendors, live music, free photos with Santa and family-friendly activities in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink at the corner of Howe and Robson Street.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.

Thursday, December 23, 2021

• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Attractions
  • Soar with Santa at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Brentwood Holidays on the Block– food trucks, market vendors, live music, free photos with Santa and family-friendly activities in Burnaby.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink at the corner of Howe and Robson Street.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.

Friday, December 24, 2021

• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Attractions
  • Vancouver Christmas Market– last day of the season at the European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village– last day of the season for Santa, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack.
  • Soar with Santa at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs. (TBC)
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Brentwood Holidays on the Block– food trucks, market vendors, live music, free photos with Santa and family-friendly activities in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink at the corner of Howe and Robson Street.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.

Saturday, December 25, 2021

• Christmas Day (Stat Holiday)
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs. (TBC)
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.

Sunday, December 26, 2021

• Boxing Day
• Christmas Attractions
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas light displays and free ice skating at Harrison Hot Springs. (TBC)
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%! (TBC)
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre. (TBC)
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink behind the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.

Week of December 27th to 31st

December 1-5 | December 6-12 | December 13-19 | December 20-26 | December 27-31

Monday, December 27, 2021

• Christmas Attractions
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs. (TBC)
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink behind the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.

Tuesday, December 28, 2021

• Christmas Attractions
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs. (TBC)
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink at the corner of Howe and Robson Street.

Wednesday, December 29, 2021

• Christmas Attractions
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs. (TBC)
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink at the corner of Howe and Robson Street.

Thursday, December 30, 2021

• Christmas Attractions
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Festival of Lights– over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden.
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village– Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Lights on the Lake– Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink behind the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.

Friday, December 31, 2021

• New Year’s Eve– festivities happen at various venues.
  • Vancouver Boat Party Cruises– a number of boat party cruises take place in and around the waters of downtown Vancouver. They include the following:
    • Vancouver New Year’s Eve Boat Party– on the 3-level yacht the Queen of Diamonds and departing from False Creek.
    • New Year’s Eve Midnight Madness Boat Party– on Vancouver’s largest private chartered yacht and departing from Coal Harbour.
    • New Year’s Eve Boat Party Vancouver– on the 2-level yacht the Burrard Queen and departing from False Creek.
  • First Night at Mt. Seymour– evening laser tobogganing, fireworks and live entertainment at the North Vancouver ski hill. (TBC)
  • For NYE events at nightclubs, click Vancouver New Year’s Eve Parties for Adults.
  • FREE Public Transit – usually from 5 pm until 5 am on January 1st.
• Vancouver TheatreSports– live improv theatre at Granville Island.
• Christmas Attractions
  • PNE WinterLights Drive-Thru– Christmas lights and magical lands to explore from the comfort of your car.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge– Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
  • Christmas at FlyOver Canada– a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • Surrey Holiday Lights– a new Christmas attraction in the plaza outside Surrey City Hall.
  • Christmas Glow– a drive-thru winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights– Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
  • Lights by the Lake– Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs. (TBC)
  • Lights at Lafarge– winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
  • Bright Nights– Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park.
  • Vallea Lumina– an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler.
• Imagine Picasso– a multi-media art exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
• Da Vinci Experience– a touring attraction showcasing the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci at Tsawwassen Mills.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games– outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES2021 and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum– the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Skating at the Shipyards– ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Robson Square Ice Skating– free skating on the outdoor ice rink behind the Vancouver Art Gallery.

To return to the top of the page, click December Calendar.

To see what’s happening next month, click January Calendar of Events.

2021 December Events

The following events may also be taking place in December 2021 (although exact details are to be confirmed):

Festivals and Events (Other than Christmas ones)

• Winter Solstice Lantern Festival– an annual community event with dancing, fire performances and outdoor processions at several different venues (including Granville Island and Yaletown). (TBC)
• Contact Winter Music Festival– a music festival featuring electronic dance music (EDM) by various artists at GM Place Stadium at the end of the month. (December 29 & 30, 2021)

Christmas Attractions

• Festival of Trees– special Christmas tree decorations at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery in Steveston Village.
• Christmas Glow– a winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley. (Open from November 18, 2021, until January 1, 2022).
• Christmas at Canada Place– Christmas lights and seasonal displays.
• Festivale Tropicale– Christmas lights and glowing plants at the Bloedel Conservatory at Queen Elizabeth Park. (Not happening in 2021.)
• Holiday Hi-Light Festival– Christmas lights and family-friendly activities between 5:30 and 9 pm in the gardens on Friday evenings at Park and Tilford mall in North Vancouver (by donation). (Not happening in 2021, although the lights are up.)
• Gingerbread Lane– a free display of Christmas gingerbread houses at the Vancouver Hyatt Regency. (Not happening in 2021.)
• Granville Island– the shopping and entertainment district is open and the neighbourhood is decorated with Christmas lights at night.
• Dickens Christmas– free Christmas displays at the British Museum at 45945 Alexander Avenue in Chilliwack. (Likely not happening in 2021.)
• Loft Country Christmas– an Old West-themed Christmas attraction at a farm in Langley. (Cancelled for 2021.)
• Peak of Christmas– Santa, reindeer, sleigh rides, gingerbread house displays, ice skating and other holiday fun up at Grouse Mountain. (From November 25, 2021, until January 3, 2022.)
• Polar Express– special Christmas activities at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish. (November 27 & 28 and December 4, 5, 11, 12, 18 & 19.)
• Scuba Claus and Holiday Traditions– Christmas movies and photo opportunities with Santa at the Vancouver Aquarium.

Santa Claus Parades

• Chilliwack Rotary Christmas Parade– a Santa Claus parade in downtown Chilliwack. (Not happening in 2021, although there will be holiday-themed activities in the downtown area.)
• Christmas Light Up Parade– an annual event in Aldergrove on the second Saturday in December. (Likely on December 11th in 2021.)
• Maple Ridge Christmas Festival– Christmas activities in the park along with a parade in the streets. (Cancelled for 2021. In its place, however, there is Glow Maple Ridge.)
• Mission Christmas Parade– a candlelight parade in Mission. (Cancelled.)
• New West Santa Claus Parade– a family-friendly event along New Westminster’s Columbia Street. (Not likely happening in 2021.)
• Richmond Santa Claus Parade– a Christmas-themed parade in Steveston Village. (TBC)
• Surrey Santa Parade and Big Rigs for Kids– a Santa Claus parade at the Cloverdale Town Centre in Surrey. The event is followed by a tour of big trucks driving through the streets of Surrey and ending at Surrey City Hall. (Cancelled for 2021.)
• Vancouver Santa Claus Parade– along Georgia Street and then down Howe Street. Pre-parade activities for families take place in front of the Vancouver Art Gallery. (Likely cancelled for 2021.)

Christmas Events

• Carol Ships Shoreline Celebration– a community bonfire, live entertainment, craft-making opportunities and boats with Christmas lights out on the water in North Vancouver’s Deep Cove. (TBC)
• CP Holiday Train– musicians entertain with stops this evening in Agassiz, Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. Admission is by donation with proceeds benefiting local food banks. (TBC)
• Jingle Bell White Rock– opening night for the White Rock Festival of Lights. The event features kid-friendly craft activities, photo opportunities with Santa and live entertainment. (TBC)
• Langley Magic of Christmas– a family-friendly event that includes breakfast with Santa Claus, live entertainment, a parade and tree lighting ceremony in and around McBurney Plaza at 20518 Fraser Highway. (TBC)
• Light Up Bowen Lantern Festival– a community event featuring a small parade, caroling, a nativity play and Santa Claus on Bowen Island. (TBC)
• Santa Comes to Britannia– a special day event at the Britannia Mine Museum featuring a train ride, Santa Claus and other family-friendly activities. (TBC)
• Lumagica Surrey– a new Christmas-themed event with illuminations and other things to see at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds. (December 3 to 30, 2021.)
• Santa Shuffle– a 5K Fun Run and 1K Elf Walk at Stanley Park benefiting the Salvation Army. (Happening in a virtual format on December 4th and 5th in 2021.)
• Colombian Dia de las Velitas Fiesta– a free event with live music, kid-friendly activities and food for purchase. (TBC)

Christmas Craft Fairs and Markets

• Christmas in the Village– an indoor artisan market with a Charles Dickens’ Christmas Carol theme at the Community Hall at 9167 Glover Road in Fort Langley. (TBC)
• Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair– a three-day event at 618 Poirier Street. (December 3-5, 2021.)
• Coquitlam Christmas Night Market– at the Evergreen Cultural Centre at 1205 Pinetree Way in Coquitlam. The event features an artisan market with free admission. (TBC, but not likely happening.)
• Got Craft– usually at the Croatian Cultural Centre at 3250 Commercial Drive in Vancouver. (Taking place as a virtual event in 2021.)
• Make It Craft Show– a craft event with over 170 vendors at the PNE at 2901 East Hastings Street. (Cancelled in 2021.)
• Mercato Italian Christmas Market– at the Italian Cultural Centre at 3075 Slocan Street. (TBC)
• New West Winter Night Market– a holiday craft fair event at New Westminster’s River Market. (TBC)
• Toque Craft Fair– a small artisan market with around 20 vendors at 303 East 8th Avenue in Vancouver. Admission is by donation. (TBC)

Christmas Concerts

• A Traditional Christmas Concert– performed by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra at South Delta Baptist Church. (TBC)
• Christmas with Chor Leoni– an evening choir concert at West Vancouver United Church or other venue. (TBC)
• Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir– Good Tidings! Christmas concert at Vancouver’s Christ Church Cathedral at 690 Burrard Street. (TBC)
• Songs in the Snow– live music at Steveston Museum’s Town Square Park. By donation. (TBC)
• Sweet Soul Gospel Celebration– a Christmas concert with the VOC Sweet Soul Gospel Choir in Vancouver. (TBC)
• Vancouver Chamber Choir– holiday carols and more on December 17th at 7:30 pm at Pacific Spirit United Church.
• Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir– the all-male choir performs its ChristmasTraditions Around the World
• Winter Harp Concert– at various venues in the Lower Mainland. (TBC)
• Yule Duel: Caroling for a Cause– over a dozen choirs sing in a fundraising competition outside the Vancouver Art Gallery. By donation on a Thursday evening in early December. (TBC)
• Singing Christmas Tree– free family-friendly performances featuring a 100+ person choir, orchestra, actors, dancers and acrobats at Broadway Church at 2700 East Broadway. (TBC)

Other Shows and Entertainment

• The Nutcracker– the Christmas classic with Goh Ballet at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. (TBC)
• Family Favourites Movies– a family-friendly film shows for just $2.99 on Saturday mornings at select Cineplex theatres in Vancouver, Abbotsford, Burnaby, Chilliwack, Coquitlam, Langley, North Vancouver, Richmond and Surrey at 11 o’clock. (TBC)
• Arts Club Theatre– Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol shows at Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage.
• Vancouver TheatreSports– live improv theatre at 1502 Duranleau Street on Granville Island.
• Jazz Evenings in the Parlour– at the Roedde House Museumin Vancouver’s West End (not far from Robson Street).
• Jazz Vespers
  • On Sundays at 4 pm at St. Andrews-Wesley United Church at 1018 Nelson Street in Vancouver.

Other Events and Activities

• Beaty Nocturnal– the Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC is open by donation on December 16th from 5 to 8:30 pm.
• Vancouver Giants Hockey– against various teams at the Langley Events Centre.
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey– professional ice hockey against various teams at Rogers Arena.
• Seniors Day at MOV– admission to the Museum of Vancouver is just $5 for anyone age 65+ on the first Tuesday of the month. (TBC)
• Music and Skating at Robson Square– in addition to the free ice skating at Robson Square. (TBC)
• Christmas Carol Tour at Roedde House– the museum in Vancouver’s West End is hosting an immersive self-guided tour with a Charles Dickens theme in the evening. (TBC)

Other Information

For more, check out Vancouver’s Best Places for Winter Activities or Vancouver’s Things to do at Christmas Time.

To return to the top of the page, click December Calendar.

To see what’s happening next month, click January Calendar of Events.