Artisan Market at the Pipe Shop

Made in the 604 Pop-Up Markets take place at the Pipe Shop in the Shipyards District of North Vancouver on various dates throughout the year.

Made in the 604 Markets also happen at Heritage Hall at 3102 Main Street in Vancouver.

In 2024 the holiday market takes place indoors at the Shipyards on the weekend of December 6th to 8th. (Note: On the same dates, right outside the Pipe Shop, there is the all-new Shipyards Christmas Market. This makes this year one of the best ever for a trip to North Vancouver for the Made in the 604 Market event! Be sure though to check out all the awesome local artisans indoors at the Pipe Shop!))

This article focuses on the markets at the Pipe Shop on the North Shore. To learn about the markets at Heritage Hall in Vancouver, and for full details about the market in general, visit the official madeinthe604.ca website.

Vancouver’s Made in the 604 Markets at the Shipyards

Made in the 604 Markets happen at both Heritage Hall in Vancouver and at the Shipyards in North Vancouver about once a month, plus or minus. They don’t happen regularly at fixed times and dates, which is why they are called pop-up markets. That being said, at the North Vancouver location, since a couple of years ago, the market does take place every Friday in the summer during the Shipyards Night Market. At other times of the year, however, they happen just once or twice a month with dates announced sometimes just a few weeks in advance.

When Made in the 604 Markets happen in North Vancouver they take place at the Pipe Shop at the Shipyards. The Pipe Shop’s address is 115 Victory Ship Way. It’s at the bottom of Lonsdale Avenue. The Pipe Shop is a heritage building that’s used for lots of events, including artisan markets.

Where is the Shipyards District

The Shipyards District is a trendy and vibrant neighbourhood at the waterfront in North Vancouver. It’s close to Lonsdale Quay and the SeaBus terminal. It’s also where you’ll find the splash park and ice-skating venue at Shipyard Commons, the Burrard Drydock Pier, and lots of restaurants including The Lobby, Tap & Barrel, JOEY and Pier 7. Overlooking the Shipyards District is the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier. Its address is 138 Victory Ship Way.

The Shipyards District is also where you’ll find lots of great events throughout the year. Some happen outdoors at Shipbuilders’ Square, some are indoors at the Pipe Shop, and others take place all over the area.

The Shipyards is an interesting place to explore any time of the year, but especially when there are special events happening, like artisan markets at the Pipe Shop!

Parking In the Area

There is free parking on streets in the surrounding neighbourhood. You might have to go a couple of blocks up the hill, and walk a few blocks to get back down to the waterfront. Parking on the side of the street is free though, but only for one or two hours until 6:00 pm depending on where you park.

There is also a fair bit of parkade parking in the area. You’ll find it right at the Shipyards, under Shipyard Commons (which is the big outdoor covered area). There is also pay parking at the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier on Victory Ship Way, at Lonsdale Quay Public Market in the 100 block of Carrie Cates Court, and in the old ICBC parkade on Rogers Avenue at 151 West Esplanade.

Note: The Pipe Shop is only about a 5-minute walk from the SeaBus terminal at Lonsdale Quay, which is just a 15-minute boat ride from downtown Vancouver. If you take public transit you won’t have to worry about parking.

604 Market at the Pipe Shop — Market at North Vancouver’s Pipe Shop

What to Expect at the Made in the 604 Markets

When the Made in the 604 Market is taking place the Pipe Shop is full of artisan vendors selling all kinds of handmade things. There are handcrafted food products, like chocolates and salsas, and craft distillery beverages too. There is also everything from greeting cards to knitted goods, candles, soaps and all kinds of one-of-a-kind items.

Tips and Advice

Below are some tips and extra information to help you make the most out of your visit to the Shipyards District and Made in the 604 Markets.

Tips About the Area

TIP# 1: Before or after your visit to the market, explore the surrounding neighbourhood. MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver is an interesting place to visit. There is also the Lonsdale Quay Public Market and Burrard Drydock Pier. In the summer there is a splash park for kids at Shipyard Commons, and at the same venue there is free outdoor ice skating in winter.

TIP# 2: There are a number of hotels in the area, which is convenient if you want to make a mini staycation out of your visit. We’ve stayed at the Pinnacle at the Pier and loved it! The views of the Shipyards from the upper south-facing rooms are spectacular!

TIP# 3: There are some great restaurants in the area too, including The Lobby at the Pinnacle at the Pier Hotel and Pier 7 Restaurant + Bar which is right on the water. As of the last time we checked, both places have Happy Hour between 2:30 and 5:30 pm (plus or minus half an hour).

TIP# 4: If you want to explore the area, consider renting an e-bike. You can get them at Reckless Shipyards which is less than 100 metres from the Pipe Shop.

Tips About the Market

TIP# 5: All the vendors at Made in the 604 Markets are local, BC artisans, and the quality of their products is high. Shopping at the markets is a great way to support local artists and businesses, and to find unique and beautiful gifts for yourself and your friends.

TIP# 6: Be sure to check out the Made in the 604 Holiday Artisan Market when it takes place at the Shipyards in early December. Don’t forget to go inside the Pipe Shop the next time you’re at the Shipyards Night Market in the summer (because that’s where most of the artisan vendors are).

TIP# 7: Remember that Made in the 604 Markets also take place once or twice a month at Heritage Hall at 3102 Main Street in Vancouver. And admission there is always free too.

TIP# 8: When doing your Christmas shopping this year, try to support small local businesses as much as you can. Shopping at artisan markets is a great way to do that!