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.)

Week of December 1st to 7th

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

Monday, December 1, 2025

Christmas Attractions

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass to the attraction for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. Today features Santa and cultural performances. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
Soar With Santa – the multi-dimensional Christmas-themed Flyover film shows at Canada Place. Also showing is the film Awaken Canada. (TIP: Buy the Family Experience package online and kids ages 13 and under can ride free today.)
Festival of Lights – over a million lights and decorations at beautiful VanDusen Botanical Garden.
Lights at Lafarge – winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
Shipyards Christmas Market – a free European-themed Christmas market with vendors and live entertainment.
Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
Dundarave Festival of Lights – Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
Santa Experience at the Met – Global Santa is at Burnaby’s Metropolis at Metrotown today. He is Mr. Claus, but with a look representing diverse celebrations of the holiday season from around the world. He’s also there for a while with his “West Coast” Santa look too.
In addition to the above, for more, see our articles about Vancouver’s Best Christmas Activities or Free Events in December.

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).
Sasquatch Museum at Harrison Hot Springs – a free attraction at the Tourism Harrison Information Centre in the Fraser Valley.
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.)

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

An ABBA Christmas with ABRA Cadabra – an ABBA tribute concert at the Michael J. Fox Theatre in Burnaby.
Soar With Santa – the multi-dimensional Christmas-themed Flyover film shows at Canada Place. Also showing is the film Awaken Canada. (TIP: Buy the Family Experience package online and kids ages 13 and under can ride free today.)
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. (TBC)

Christmas Events & Attractions

Noel Holiday Light Festival & Market – a large Christmas celebration at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds with light displays, live performances, artisan vendors and more.
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass to the attraction for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. Today features date night and a painting workshop. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
Festival of Lights – over a million lights and decorations at beautiful VanDusen Botanical Garden.
Lights at Lafarge – winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village – Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
Santa Experience at the Met – West Coast Santa is at Burnaby’s Metropolis at Metrotown for photos today in his plaid jacket and more-casual-than usual local look.
Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
Dundarave Festival of Lights – Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
Shipyards Christmas Market – a free European-themed Christmas market with vendors and live entertainment.
Bright Nights – the family-friendly fundraising Christmas lights event is happening in Surrey as part of the Noel Festival this year (instead of at its usual location at Stanley Park).
In addition to the above, for more, see our articles about Vancouver’s Best Christmas Activities or Free Events in December.

Other Events and Activities

Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a new, temporary, interactive hockey exhibit.
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.)
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.
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).
Sasquatch Museum at Harrison Hot Springs – a free attraction at the Tourism Harrison Information Centre in the Fraser Valley.
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.

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

International Day for Persons with Disabilities
Macramé Ornament-Making Glass at Glenda’s – learn how to make a macramé Christmas tree and gnomes at Glenda’s Christmas Cottage in Abbotsford. (TIP: Use the promo code Lights20off to get 20% off select decor, but only up until December 7th.)
Project EveryBODY – a free holiday market supporting persons with disabilities at the Roundhouse Exhibition Hall in Vancouver.
Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – a touring attraction that’s set up in Stanley Park.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.

City of Vancouver Christmas Events & Activities

Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. Seniors get 2-for-1 admission today. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
Festival of Lights – over a million lights and decorations at beautiful VanDusen Botanical Garden.
Soar With Santa – the multi-dimensional Christmas-themed Flyover film shows at Canada Place. Also showing is the film Awaken Canada. (TIP: Buy the Family Experience package online and kids ages 13 and under can ride free today.)

Other Christmas Events & Activities

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass to the attraction for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Santa Experience at the Met – Mr. Claus is at Burnaby’s Metropolis at Metrotown in his traditional red and white suit for photos.
Noel Holiday Light Festival & Market – a large Christmas celebration at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds with light displays, live performances, artisan vendors and more.
Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
Glow Christmas – a winter holiday festival featuring illuminations, music and festive, family-friendly activities in Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code SECRET20 to save 20% on admission on select dates.)
Merry & Bright at Martini Town – a Christmas attraction with holiday decorations and live entertainment at a movie studio in Langley.
Shipyards Christmas Market – a free European-themed Christmas market with vendors and live entertainment.
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.
Dundarave Festival of Lights – Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
Bright Nights – the family-friendly fundraising Christmas lights event is happening in Surrey as part of the Noel Festival this year (instead of at its usual location at Stanley Park).
In addition to the above, for more, see our articles about Vancouver’s Best Christmas Activities or Free Events in December.

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.
Haunting of Vancouver Film Tour – a walking tour where you’ll learn about ghost stories, history and iconic horror film productions in downtown Vancouver.
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).
Sasquatch Museum at Harrison Hot Springs – a free attraction at the Tourism Harrison Information Centre in the Fraser Valley.
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.

Thursday, December 4, 2025

Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – a touring attraction that’s set up in Stanley Park.

Shows & Entertainment

The Queer Beaver – a night of drinking and inclusive socializing hosted by What the Frock Productions at the Howe Sound Taphouse in Vancouver.
Flyover at Canada Place – 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. (TIP: Buy the Family Experience package online and kids ages 13 and under can ride free today.)
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.

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. (TIP: Use the promo code SECRET20 to save 20% on admission on select dates.)
Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
Christmas at Greendale Acres – holiday lights, train rides, market vendors and more at the farm in Chilliwack.

Other Christmas Attractions & Activities

Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. Today features Trivia Night. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
Festival of Lights – over a million lights and decorations at beautiful VanDusen Botanical Garden.
Noel Holiday Light Festival & Market – a large Christmas celebration at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds with light displays, live performances, artisan vendors and more.
Dundarave Festival of Lights – Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass to the attraction for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Soar With Santa – the multi-dimensional Christmas-themed Flyover film shows at Canada Place. Also showing is the film Awaken Canada.
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.
Shipyards Christmas Market – a free European-themed Christmas market with vendors and live entertainment.
Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
Bright Nights – the family-friendly fundraising Christmas lights event is happening in Surrey as part of the Noel Festival this year (instead of at its usual location at Stanley Park).
Santa Experience at the Met – Mr. Claus is at Burnaby’s Metropolis at Metrotown in his traditional red and white suit for photos.
In addition to the above, for more, see our articles about Vancouver’s Best Christmas Activities or Free Events in December.

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.
Sasquatch Museum at Harrison Hot Springs – a free attraction at the Tourism Harrison Information Centre in the Fraser Valley.

Friday, December 5, 2025

Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – a touring attraction that’s set up in Stanley Park.

Shows & Entertainment

An ABBA Christmas with ABRA Cadabra – an ABBA tribute concert at the Bell Performing Arts Centre in Surrey.
Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir – the popular choir hosts a concert this evening at the Christ Church Cathedral in Vancouver.
Flyover at Canada Place – the multi-dimensional theatre has a film about Canada. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Presentation House Theatre – the community theatre presents Baking Time in North Vancouver.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
Singing Christmas Tree – a free concert at Vancouver’s Broadway Church.

Christmas Markets

Christmas Gifts Expo – a massive holiday market featuring around 300 vendors at Chilliwack Heritage Park.
Wesbrook Village Holiday Market – a free Christmas attraction with holiday lights and market vendors at UBC.
Made in the 604 Market – artisan vendors set up at the Pipe Shop in North Vancouver today and admission is free.

City of Vancouver Christmas Attractions

Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. Santa is on site today and there’s karaoke too. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
Soar With Santa – the multi-dimensional Christmas-themed Flyover film shows at Canada Place. Also showing is the film Awaken Canada.
Festival of Lights – over a million lights and decorations at beautiful VanDusen Botanical Garden.

Other Christmas Attractions & Events

Timberline Country Christmas – a wholesome, Old West-themed Christmas holiday attraction at Timberline Ranch in Maple Ridge.
Dundarave Festival of Lights – Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
Noel Holiday Light Festival & Market – a large Christmas celebration at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds with light displays, live performances, artisan vendors and more.
Glow Christmas – a winter holiday festival featuring illuminations, music and festive, family-friendly activities in Langley.
Merry & Bright at Martini Town – a Christmas attraction with holiday decorations and live entertainment at a movie studio in Langley.
Christmas at Greendale Acres – holiday lights, train rides, market vendors and more at the farm in Chilliwack.
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.
Shipyards Christmas Market – a free European-themed Christmas market with vendors and live entertainment.
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass to the attraction for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Bright Nights – the family-friendly fundraising Christmas lights event is happening in Surrey as part of the Noel Festival this year (instead of at its usual location at Stanley Park).
Santa Experience at the Met – Mr. Claus is at Burnaby’s Metropolis at Metrotown in his traditional red and white suit for photos.
In addition to the above, for more, see our articles about Vancouver’s Best Christmas Activities or Free Events in December.

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).
Sasquatch Museum at Harrison Hot Springs – a free attraction at the Tourism Harrison Information Centre in the Fraser Valley.
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.)

Saturday, December 6, 2025

Bonfire at Deep Cove – a free event with a bonfire, live music and family-friendly activities at Panorama Park in Deep Cove on the North Shore.
Parade of Lights – a parade and other activities to celebrate the Christmas season in downtown Port Coquitlam.
Santa Experience at the Met – Mr. Claus is at Burnaby’s Metropolis at Metrotown in his traditional red and white suit for photos. Also today there is the Holiday Hive Market, Dance Party and Holiday Toy Drive at the mall.
Toys Thru the Decades at Britannia Mine – winter holiday decorations and Santa photo opportunities at the national historic site. (Access to the lower level of the museum is free today, although donations are appreciated.)
Festive Night at Lights by the Lake – family-friendly activities take place at the light attraction this evening at Harrison Hot Springs.
Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza.
Maple Ridge Christmas Festival – Christmas activities in the park along with a parade in the streets.
Squamish Holiday Parade – a parade and other family-friendly activities in downtown Squamish.
Dundarave Festival of Lights – today features the Nativity and Paddle Songs event with live entertainment and free admission in the afternoon.
North Pole Express – special Christmas activities with a Polar Express theme at the Railway Museum of BC in Squamish.
Lower Mainland Santa Claus Parades – a number of Christmas-themed parades take place today including ones in Maple Ridge and Mission.

Christmas Markets

Wesbrook Village Holiday Market – a free Christmas attraction with holiday lights and market vendors at UBC.
Holiday Hive Market – an artisan market outside the Metropolis at Metrotown mall in Burnaby.
Kensington Holiday Craft Fair – an artisan market at the Kensington Community Center in Vancouver. Admission is free.
Made in the 604 Market (North Vancouver) – artisan vendors set up at the Pipe Shop in North Vancouver today and admission is free.
Christmas Gifts Expo – a massive holiday market featuring around 300 vendors at Chilliwack Heritage Park.
Made in the 604 Market (Vancouver) – artisan vendors set up at Heritage Hall in Vancouver today and admission is free.
Vancouver Christmas Market – the world-famous European-themed market with artisan vendors, a carousel, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. Today features both breakfast and storytelling with Santa.
Shipyards Christmas Market – a European-themed Christmas market with vendors and live entertainment.

Shows & Entertainment

An ABBA Christmas with ABRA Cadabra – an ABBA tribute concert at the Massey Theatre in New Westminster.
Presentation House Theatre – the community theatre presents Baking Time in North Vancouver.
Singing Christmas Tree – a free concert at Vancouver’s Broadway Church.

City of Vancouver Christmas Events

Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
Soar With Santa – the multi-dimensional Christmas-themed Flyover film shows at Canada Place. Also showing is the film Awaken Canada.
Festival of Lights – over a million lights and decorations at beautiful VanDusen Botanical Garden.

Other Christmas Events & Attractions

Dundarave Festival of Lights – Christmas trees to admire at West Vancouver’s Dundarave Beach.
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass to the attraction for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Noel Holiday Light Festival & Market – a large Christmas celebration at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds with light displays, live performances, artisan vendors and more.
Glow Christmas – a winter holiday festival featuring illuminations, music and festive, family-friendly activities in Langley.
Merry & Bright at Martini Town – a Christmas attraction with holiday decorations and live entertainment at a movie studio in Langley.
Timberline Country Christmas – a wholesome, Old West-themed Christmas holiday attraction at Timberline Ranch in Maple Ridge.
Christmas at Greendale Acres – holiday lights, train rides, market vendors and more at the farm in Chilliwack.
Lights by the Lake – Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs. Today also features special Festive Night activities.
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 by the Railway – Kilby Farm features holiday decorations and ginger cookies.
Bright Nights – the family-friendly fundraising Christmas lights event is happening in Surrey as part of the Noel Festival this year (instead of at its usual location at Stanley Park).
In addition to the above, for more, see our articles about Vancouver’s Best Christmas Activities or Free Events in December.

Other Events and Activities

Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: They have a special offer currently where you can get a discount equal to your age. E.g., If you are 25 years old, you’ll save 25% on all activities!)
Vancouver Maritime Museum – if you use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER you’ll save 25% at the family-friendly museum!
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. (Admission today is by donation!)
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.
Sasquatch Museum at Harrison Hot Springs – a free attraction at the Tourism Harrison Information Centre in the Fraser Valley.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
Flyover at Canada Place – the multi-dimensional theatre has a film about Canada. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
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.

Sunday, December 7, 2025

Santa Experience at the Met – Mr. Claus is at Burnaby’s Metropolis at Metrotown in his traditional red and white suit for photos. Also today there is the Holiday Hive Market at the mall.
North Pole Express – special Christmas activities with a Polar Express theme at the Railway Museum of BC in Squamish.
Toys Thru the Decades at Britannia Mine – winter holiday decorations and Santa photo opportunities at the national historic site. (Access to the lower level of the museum is free today, although donations are appreciated.)
Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
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

Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir – the popular choir hosts a concert with Winter Harp at the Massey Theatre in New Westminster.
Presentation House Theatre – the community theatre presents Baking Time in North Vancouver.
Flyover at Canada Place – the multi-dimensional theatre has a film about Canada. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
Singing Christmas Tree – a free concert at Vancouver’s Broadway Church.

Christmas Markets

Vanier Park’s Winter Market – local vendors, food and live entertainment, plus admission by donation at the Vancouver Maritime Museum, Museum of Vancouver, and H.R. MacMillan Space Centre.
Christmas Gifts Expo – a massive holiday market featuring around 300 vendors at Chilliwack Heritage Park.
Holiday Hive Market – an artisan market outside the Metropolis at Metrotown mall in Burnaby.
Made in the 604 Market – artisan vendors set up at the Pipe Shop in North Vancouver today and admission is free.
Vancouver Christmas Market – the world-famous European-themed market with artisan vendors, a carousel, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. Santa is on site this afternoon.
Made in the 604 Market – artisan vendors set up at Heritage Hall in Vancouver today and admission is free.
Shipyards Christmas Market – a European-themed Christmas market with vendors and live entertainment.
Wesbrook Village Holiday Market – a free Christmas attraction with holiday lights and market vendors at UBC.

Christmas Attractions & Activities

Canyon Lights at Capilano Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass to the attraction for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
Festival of Lights – over a million lights and decorations at beautiful VanDusen Botanical Garden.
Soar With Santa – the multi-dimensional Christmas-themed Flyover film shows at Canada Place. Also showing is the film Awaken Canada.
Noel Holiday Light Festival & Market – a large Christmas celebration at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds with light displays, live performances, artisan vendors and more.
Dundarave Festival of Lights – Christmas trees to admire in West Vancouver.
Timberline Country Christmas – a wholesome, Old West-themed Christmas holiday attraction at Timberline Ranch in Maple Ridge.
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.
Merry & Bright at Martini Town – a Christmas attraction with holiday decorations and live entertainment at a movie studio in Langley.
Christmas at Greendale Acres – holiday lights, train rides, market vendors and more at the farm in Chilliwack.
Bright Nights – the family-friendly fundraising Christmas lights event is happening in Surrey as part of the Noel Festival this year (instead of at its usual location at Stanley Park).
Lights by the Lake – Christmas illuminations at Harrison Hot Springs.
Christmas by the Railway – Kilby Farm features holiday decorations and ginger cookies in the Fraser Valley.
In addition to the above, for more, see our articles about Vancouver’s Best Christmas Activities or Free Events in December.

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.
Sasquatch Museum at Harrison Hot Springs – a free attraction at the Tourism Harrison Information Centre in the Fraser Valley.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: They have a special offer currently where you can get a discount equal to your age. E.g., If you are 25 years old, you’ll save 25% on all activities!)
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.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. Admission today is by donation.)
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach. (Admission to the lower level of the museum is by donation today.)
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.

Week of December 8th to 14th

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