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DECEMBER Events in Vancouver in 2025

December in Vancouver

In Vancouver’s 2025 December calendar you’ll find dates and events in the Lower Mainland for Christmas attractions, concerts and other winter events.

 

JANUARY – FEBRUARY – MARCH – APRIL

MAY – JUNE – JULY – AUGUST – SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER – NOVEMBER – DECEMBER

 

Vancouver’s December Calendar of Events

  • Dec. 19 – Last day of school before Christmas holidays
  • Dec. 25 – Christmas Day (Stat Holiday)
  • Dec. 26 – Boxing Day (It’s a day off for most, and the start of Boxing Day sales at stores throughout the region.)
  • Dec. 31 – New Year’s Eve

 

Vancouver December Events in 2025

Below is what’s happening on the different days of the month in December.

( Note : Schedules are subject to change.)

 

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Week of December 1st to 7th

December 1-7 | December 8-14  | December 15-21  | December 22-28  | December 29-31

 

Glow Langley

Vancouver Christmas Market

 

Monday, December 1, 2025

Christmas Attractions

Other Events and Activities

  • Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

 

Holiday History Tour with Forbidden Vancouver

ABRA Cadabra Christmas Concerts

 

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

Christmas Events & Attractions

Other Events and Activities

 

VanDusen Festival of Lights

 

INT’L DAY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

December 3rd is International Day for Persons with Disabilities. To celebrate, Project EveryBODY hosts an inclusive market fair. It’s a family-friendly holiday event with more than 40 vendors, all of whom are persons with disabilities. The market is free to attend and happens at Vancouver’s Roundhouse Exhibition Hall.

 

Merry and Bright

 

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

Christmas Events & Activities

Other Events and Activities

  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission as well as a new interactive hockey exhibit.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.

 

The Improv Centre

Christmas Craft Fairs

Glow Langley

 

Thursday, December 4, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

Fraser Valley Christmas Attractions & Activities

  • Merry & Bright at Martini Town – a Christmas attraction with holiday decorations and live entertainment at a movie studio in Langley.
  • Glow Christmas – a winter holiday festival featuring illuminations, music and festive, family-friendly activities in Langley.
  • Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.

Other Christmas Attractions & Activities

Other Events and Activities

  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission as well as a new interactive hockey exhibit.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.

 

Annie at Gateway Theatre

Made in the 604 Pop-Up Artisan Markets

Noel Holiday Lights Festival

 

Friday, December 5, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

Christmas Attractions

Other Events and Activities

  • Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission as well as a new interactive hockey exhibit.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
  • Vancouver Art Gallery – admission is by donation from 4 pm to 8 pm (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
  • Bill Reid Gallery – free admission at the Indigenous art gallery from 2 until 5 pm (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

 

Museum of Surrey Hockey Exhibit

Big Elf Run

FREE HOLIDAY BONFIRE EVENT IN DEEP COVE

To kick off the holiday season, the District of North Vancouver hosts a Community Bonfire Event at Panorama Park in Deep Cove. It’s a free event on December 6th with live music, crafts, hot chocolate and other activities. For full details, see the nvrc.ca website.

Vancouver Christmas Cruise

 

Saturday, December 6, 2025

Christmas Markets

Shows & Entertainment

 

Best Christmas Activities

 

Christmas Events & Attractions

Other Events and Activities

 

Dundarave Festival of Lights

Vancouver Christmas Market

Kids Ride Free at FlyOver

 

Sunday, December 7, 2025

  • North Pole Express – special Christmas activities with a Polar Express theme at the Railway Museum of BC in Squamish.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – a touring attraction that’s set up in Stanley Park.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Today admission is “pay-what-you-can” because it’s the first Sunday of the month.)
  • Cheap Day at MOV – admission to the Museum of Vancouver is by donation today (because it’s the first Sunday of the month).

Shows & Entertainment

Christmas Markets

Christmas Attractions & Activities

Other Events and Activities

  • Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission as well as a new interactive hockey exhibit.
  • WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.

 

Capilano Suspension Bridge

Chor Leoni Men's Choir

Merry and Bright

 

Week of December 8th to 14th

December 1-7 | December 8-14  | December 15-21  | December 22-28  | December 29-31

 

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Monday, December 8, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

Christmas Attractions

Other Events and Activities

  • Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.

 

Vancouver Christmas Market

Top Vancouver December Things to Do

Holiday History Tour with Forbidden Vancouver

 

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

Christmas Attractions & Activities

Other Events and Activities

  • 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. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission as well as a new interactive hockey exhibit.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

 

Glow Langley

Free Events in December

FlyOver at Canada Place

 

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Christmas Attractions

Other Vancouver Events and Activities

  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
  • 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. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission as well as a new interactive hockey exhibit.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre at Canada Place has a film about Canada. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
  • The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

 

Improv Center

Vancouver Maritime Museum

Murder is a Drag

 

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

  • Murder is a Drag – a drag-themed, murder-mystery show takes place in Gastown with Vancouver Mysteries.
  • Soar With Santa – the multi-dimensional Christmas-themed FlyOver Canada film shows at Canada Place.
  • Gateway Theatre – the musical Annie shows at Gateway Theatre in Richmond. (Today is Pay-What-You-Will Preview Night.)
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.

Christmas Attractions

Other Vancouver Events and Activities

  • 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. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission as well as a new interactive hockey exhibit.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre at Canada Place has a film about Canada. Also playing at the theatre is Soar With Santa.
  • The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.

 

Merry and Bright

Noel Holiday Lights Festival

Vancouver Christmas Market

 

Friday, December 12, 2025

Markets

Shows & Concerts

Other Christmas Events & Attractions

Other Vancouver Events and Activities

  • Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission as well as a new interactive hockey exhibit.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

 

Vancouver Christmas Cruise

 

Saturday, December 13, 2025

  • Big Elf Run – fun and social 1 km, 5 km, 10 km and 15 km running events at Stanley Park where participants get complimentary elf toques! (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and save 10% on the price of registration.)
  • Vancouver Christmas Boat Party – a nightclub-style event on the Burrard Queen with Vancouver Boat Parties.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Aldergrove Light Up Parade – Christmas parade in Langley.
  • North Pole Express – special Christmas activities with a Polar Express theme at the Railway Museum of BC in Squamish.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights – Christmas trees to admire at West Vancouver’s Dundarave Beach. Today is also World Christmas at the festival which features an afternoon of multicultural music and dancing.

Shows & Entertainment

Holiday Markets

Christmas Attractions & Activities

Other Events and Activities

  • Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission as well as a new interactive hockey exhibit.
  • WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach.
  • The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.

 

ABRA Cadabra Christmas Concerts

Annie at Gateway Theatre

 

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

Holiday Markets

  • Shipyards Christmas Artisan Market – an indoor market in the Pipe Shop at the Shipyards in North Vancouver.
  • New West Holiday Market – an artisan and food market featuring dozens of vendors outside the City Hall in New Westminster. (The event is hosted by the New West Farmers Market.)
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – the world-famous European-themed market with artisan vendors, a carousel, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Shipyards Christmas Market – a European-themed Christmas market with vendors and live entertainment.

Christmas Attractions & Activities

Other Events and Activities

 

The Improv Centre

 

Week of December 15th to 21st

December 1-7 | December 8-14  | December 15-21  | December 22-28  | December 29-31

 

Vancouver Christmas Market

 

Monday, December 15, 2025

Christmas Attractions

Other Events and Activities

 

Best Christmas Activities

 

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

Christmas Attractions

Other Events and Activities

 

Vancouver Maritime Museum

Glow Langley

 

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

  • Gateway Theatre – the musical Annie shows at Gateway Theatre in Richmond. Today is a Tea Matinee & Post Show Talkback.
  • Soar with Santa at Flyover – a winter holiday-themed multi-dimensional film experience at Canada Place.
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.

Christmas Attractions & Activities

Other Events and Activities

 

Merry and Bright

Chor Leoni Men's Choir

New Year's Eve Boat Party

 

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

Vancouver Christmas Attractions

Other Vancouver Events and Activities

 

Merry and Bright

Capilano Suspension Bridge

FlyOver at Canada Place

 

Friday, December 19, 2025

  • CPKC Holiday Train – a train with Christmas lights and musicians is travelling across the country and making stops tonight in Agassiz, Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows to entertain folk and support local food banks.
  • Made in the 604 Market – artisan vendors set up at the Pipe Shop in North Vancouver today and admission is free.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza.

Shows & Entertainment

City of Vancouver & North Shore Christmas Attractions & Activities

Metro Vancouver Christmas Attractions & Activities

Other Events & Activities

 

Top December Things to Do

Dundarave Festival of Lights

 

Saturday, December 20, 2025

  • CPKC Holiday Train – a train with Christmas lights and musicians is travelling across the country and making stops tonight in Port Moody and Port Coquitlam to entertain folk and support local food banks.
  • Coquitlam Christmas Night Market – at the Evergreen Cultural Centre at 1205 Pinetree Way in Coquitlam.
  • Wassail & Bonfire Night – a free event with live music, Santa Claus and a giant bonfire at the beach in West Vancouver.
  • North Pole Express – special Christmas activities with a Polar Express theme at the Railway Museum of BC in Squamish.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

Shows & Entertainment

  • United Voices Choir Concert – the auditioned group of singers performs its Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along concert at Kerrisdale Presbyterian Church in Vancouver.
  • Goh Ballet’s The Nutcracker – the classic Christmas ballet show at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
  • Gateway Theatre – the musical Annie shows at Gateway Theatre in Richmond. (Today features a special “relaxed” performance.)
  • Presentation House Theatre – the community theatre presents Bright: A Holiday Singalong Concert in North Vancouver.
  • Christmas with Chor Leoni – the renowned men’s choir performs its holiday concerts at St. Andrew’s Wesley United Church today in downtown Vancouver.
  • Metro Theatre – Jack and the Beanstalk shows at the venue in South Vancouver.
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.

Christmas Events and Attractions

Featured Attractions

 

Holiday History Tour with Forbidden Vancouver

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FlyOver at Canada Place

 

Sunday, December 21, 2025

  • Winter Solstice Lantern Festival – an annual community event with lantern-making workshops, mazes, and more at different venues including Granville Island and Yaletown.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza.

Shows & Entertainment

Christmas Events

Featured Attractions

 

Merry and Bright

 

Week of December 22nd to 28th

December 1-7 | December 8-14  | December 15-21  | December 22-28  | December 29-31

 

BC Sports Hall of Fame Winter Camps

 

Monday, December 22, 2025

Christmas Events and Attractions

Other Vancouver Events and Activities

 

Glow Langley

Noel Holiday Lights Festival

 

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

Christmas Attractions

Other Vancouver Events and Activities

 

Rainy Day Activities

Martini Town Merry & Bright

 

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

  • Christmas Eve

Christmas Attractions & Activities

Other Events and Activities

 

Best Christmas Activities

 

Thursday, December 25, 2025

 

New Year's Eve Vancouver Boat Party

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Friday, December 26, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

  • Metro Theatre – Jack and the Beanstalk shows at the venue in South Vancouver.
  • Gateway Theatre – the musical Annie shows at Gateway Theatre in Richmond.

Christmas Attractions & Activities

Other Events and Activities

 

Vancouver Mysteries

Westin Bayshore Hotel Vancouver

Chinese Canadian Museum

 

Saturday, December 27, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

  • Metro Theatre – Jack and the Beanstalk shows at the venue in South Vancouver.
  • Gateway Theatre – the musical Annie shows at Gateway Theatre in Richmond.

Christmas Attractions

Other Events and Activities

 

Sunday, December 28, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

  • Metro Theatre – Jack and the Beanstalk shows at the venue in South Vancouver.
  • Gateway Theatre – the musical Annie shows at Gateway Theatre in Richmond. (Today’s performance features VocalEye Live Audio Description.)
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. (TBC)

Christmas Attractions & Activities

 

Week of December 29th to 31st

December 1-7 | December 8-14  | December 15-21  | December 22-28  | December 29-31

 

Monday, December 29, 2025

Other Attractions and Activities

 

New Year's Eve Vancouver Boat Party

 

Tuesday, December 30, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

Christmas Attractions

Other Events and Activities

 

New Year's Eve Boat Party

 

Wednesday, December 31, 2025

New Year’s Eve Events

Shows & Entertainment

  • Gateway Theatre – the musical Annie shows at Gateway Theatre in Richmond. (Tonight’s show features a NYE champagne!)
  • Metro Theatre – Jack and the Beanstalk shows at the venue in South Vancouver.

Christmas Attractions & Activities

Other Events and Activities

 

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

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

 

Other 2025 December Events

The events below may also be taking place in 2025. Details about most are to be confirmed.

 

Christmas Attractions

 

Christmas Events

 

Christmas Craft Fairs and Markets

  • Chanukah Market – a market celebrating the Jewish Festival of Lights happens at the Jewish Community Centre. (TBC)
  • 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. (December 19 to 21, 2025)
  • Make It Vancouver Craft Show – a holiday craft event with over 250 vendors at the PNE at 2901 East Hastings Street. (December 4-7 & 11-14, 2025)
  • Toque Craft Fair – a small artisan market with around 20 vendors at 303 East 8th Avenue in Vancouver. Admission is by donation. (December 5 to 7, 2025)
  • Weirdos Holiday Market – a Christmas artisan market featuring alternative vendors selling unique and alternative kinds of things. (TBC)
  • Tsleil-Waututh Nation Christmas Craft Fair – 80+ Indigenous vendors are at the Tsleil-Waututh Nation Community Centre in North Vancouver. Admission is by donation. (TBC)
  • Junction Public Market – an outdoor market with free admission at Granville Square near Waterfront Station. (TBC)
  • Santa Paws Christmas Market – a Christmas market and pet-friendly holiday party at the Southlands Riding Club in South Vancouver. (December 6 & 7, 2025)
  • Burnaby Holiday Market – the Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market hosts a Christmas-themed artisan market outside Burnaby City Hall. Admission is free. (TBC)
  • Hycroft for the Holidays – Hycroft House has its annual Family Brunch at the heritage building in Vancouver. (TBC)

 

Christmas Concerts and Shows

 

Other Shows & Entertainment

 

Other Events and Activities

 

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.