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DECEMBER Events in Vancouver in 2024

December in Vancouver

In Vancouver’s 2024 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. 20 – Last day of school before Christmas holidays
  • Dec. 25 – Christmas Day (Stat Holiday)
  • Dec. 26 – Boxing Day (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 2024

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

(Note: Schedules are subject to change.)

 

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Glow Christmas

Martini Town Merry and Bright

 

Week of December 1st to 8th

December 1-8 | December 9-15 | December 16-22 | December 23-29 | December 30-31

 

Sunday, December 1, 2024

Shows & Entertainment

Other Christmas Events & Attractions

Other Events & 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.)
  • 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.
  • 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.)
  • 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

 

Monday, December 2, 2024

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.)
  • 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.)

 

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

  • International Day for Persons with Disabilities

Christmas Events & Attractions

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%!)
  • 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.
  • 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 Maritime Museum 25% Discount Offer

 

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Christmas Attractions

Other Events and Activities

  • Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place in Vancouver.
  • 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.)
  • 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.
  • 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 Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

 

Christmas Craft Fairs

Glow Christmas

 

Thursday, December 5, 2024

Christmas Attractions

Other Events and Activities

  • Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
  • Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place in Vancouver.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Case of the Hotel Detective game at the Delta Hotels Vancouver Downtown Suites. (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.)

 

Best Christmas Activities

Made in the 604 Pop-Up Artisan Markets

 

Friday, December 6, 2024

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.)
  • 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.
  • 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 Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.

 

Big Elf Run

 

Saturday, December 7, 2024

Shows & Entertainment

Christmas Markets

Christmas Events & Attractions

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: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
  • 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.
  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Case of the Hotel Detective game at the Delta Hotels Vancouver Downtown Suites. (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.)

 

Dundarave Festival of Lights

 

Sunday, December 8, 2024

  • North Pole Express – special Christmas activities at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish.
  • Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place in Vancouver.
  • Made in the 604 Market – artisan vendors set up at the Pipe Shop in North Vancouver today and admission is free.

Christmas Markets

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%!)
  • 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.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

 

Martini Town Merry & Bright

 

Week of December 9th to 15th

December 1-8 | December 9-15 | December 16-22 | December 23-29 | December 30-31

 

Monday, December 9, 2024

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.)
  • 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.)

 

Top Vancouver December Things to Do

 

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Christmas Attractions

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%!)
  • 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).
  • 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 Christmas

Free Events in December

Soar With Santa at FlyOver Canada

 

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

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%!)
  • 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 (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.)

 

Improv Centre

 

Thursday, December 12, 2024

Performing Arts Events

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%!)
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Case of the Hotel Detective game at the Delta Hotels Vancouver Downtown Suites. (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.)

 

Friday, December 13, 2024

Other Christmas Events & Attractions

Other Vancouver 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.
  • 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.)

 

Saturday, December 14, 2024

  • 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 ears! (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and save 10% on the price of registration.)
  • Coquitlam Christmas Night Market – at the Evergreen Cultural Centre at 1205 Pinetree Way in Coquitlam.
  • North Pole Express – special Christmas activities at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish.
  • Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place in Vancouver.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights – Christmas trees to admire at West Vancouver’s Dundarave Beach.
  • Presentation House Theatre – today’s show at the venue in North Vancouver is a scenic reading of A Christmas Carol with live music.
  • Christmas Light Up Parade – an annual event in Aldergrove.
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.

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.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
  • 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. Today features the Case of the Hotel Detective game at the Delta Hotels Vancouver Downtown Suites. (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.

 

United Voices Choir Messiah Concert

 

Sunday, December 15, 2024

Shows & Entertainment

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.
  • 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.)
  • WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
  • 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.

 

Vancouver Maritime Museum 25% Discount Offer

 

Week of December 16th to 22nd

December 1-8 | December 9-15 | December 16-22 | December 23-29 | December 30-31

 

Monday, December 16, 2024

Christmas Attractions

Other Events and Activities

  • 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).
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

 

Best Christmas Activities

 

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Christmas Attractions

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%!)
  • 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.)

 

Soar With Santa at FlyOver Canada

 

Wednesday, December 18, 2024

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%!)
  • 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).
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • 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 Christmas

Martini Town Merry and Bright

 

Thursday, December 19, 2024

Vancouver Christmas Attractions

Other Vancouver Events and Activities

  • 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. Today features the Case of the Hotel Detective game at the Delta Hotels Vancouver Downtown Suites. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
  • 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).
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Beaty Nocturnal – the Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC is open by donation from 5 to 8:30 pm. Guided tours are at 7 pm.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

 

Friday, December 20, 2024

Other Vancouver Events and Activities

  • 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).
  • 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. (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 Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)

 

Top December Things to Do

Martini Town Merry and Bright

Dundarave Festival of Lights

 

Saturday, December 21, 2024

Christmas Events and Attractions

Featured Attractions

  • 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).
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – an interesting museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • 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. Today features the Case of the Hotel Detective game at the Delta Hotels Vancouver Downtown Suites. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
  • Winter Discovery Days at FRDC – family-friendly fun at the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster. (TBC)

 

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Glow Christmas

 

Sunday, December 22, 2024

Featured Attractions

  • 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).
  • 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. (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.)
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Winter Discovery Days at FRDC – family-friendly fun at the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster. (TBC)

 

Martini Town Merry & Bright

 

Week of December 23rd to 29th

December 1-8 | December 9-15 | December 16-22 | December 23-29 | December 30-31

 

Monday, December 23, 2024

 

Soar With Santa at FlyOver Canada

Glow Christmas

 

Tuesday, December 24, 2024

  • Christmas Eve

Christmas Attractions

Other Vancouver Events and Activities

  • 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.)
  • 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 (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • Winter Discovery Days at FRDC – family-friendly fun at the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster. (TBC)

 

Rainy Day Activities

Martini Town Merry & Bright

 

Wednesday, December 25, 2024

  • Christmas Day (Stat Holiday)

Christmas Attractions & 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.)
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
  • 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.)
  • 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).
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.

 

Best Christmas Activities

 

Thursday, December 26, 2024

Christmas Attractions & Activities

Other Events and Activities

  • 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).
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
  • 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. Today features the Case of the Hotel Detective game at the Delta Hotels Vancouver Downtown Suites. (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.)
  • Winter Discovery Days at FRDC – family-friendly fun at the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster. (TBC)

 

Glow Christmas

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Friday, December 27, 2024

Christmas Attractions & Activities

Other Events and Activities

  • 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).
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
  • 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.)
  • Winter Discovery Days at FRDC – family-friendly fun at the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster. (TBC)

 

Vancouver Mysteries

Westin Bayshore Hotel Vancouver

Chinese Canadian Museum

 

Saturday, December 28, 2024

Christmas Attractions

Other Events and Activities

  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25% on admission!)
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Case of the Hotel Detective game at the Delta Hotels Vancouver Downtown Suites. (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 (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Winter Discovery Days at FRDC – family-friendly fun at the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster. (TBC)

 

Sunday, December 29, 2024

  • Boxing Day Weekend
  • 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).
  • Deep Cove Stage Theatre – the theatre company hosts their annual Cinderella pantomime show in North Vancouver.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place in Vancouver.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
  • Winter Discovery Days at FRDC – family-friendly fun at the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster. (TBC)

Christmas Attractions & Activities

 

Week of December 30th to 31st

December 1-8 | December 9-15 | December 16-22 | December 23-29 | December 30-31

 

Monday, December 30, 2024

 

Soar With Santa at FlyOver Canada

Glow Christmas

 

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

New Year’s Eve Events

New Year’s Eve Dinners

  • Lots of restaurants offer special NYE dinner menus and events this evening. Examples in Vancouver normally include the Tutto Italian Restaurant in Yaletown and P2B Bistro at the Pinnacle Harbourfront Hotel near the Vancouver Convention Centre. A special multi-course NYE dinner is also offered at Winterlust at the Westin Bayshore Hotel in Coal Harbour. In North Vancouver, meanwhile, both the Lobby Restaurant at the Pinnacle Hotel and Pier 7 in the Shipyards offer special menus most years too.

Christmas Attractions

Other Vancouver Events and Activities

  • 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.)
  • 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 (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • Winter Discovery Days at FRDC – family-friendly fun at the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster. (TBC)

 

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Other 2024 December Events

The events below may also be taking place in 2024. Details about most are to be confirmed.

 

Christmas Attractions

  • Festival of Trees – special Christmas tree decorations at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery in Steveston Village. (TBC)
  • Christmas at Canada Place – Christmas lights and seasonal displays. (TBC)
  • Chilliwack Country Christmas Village – Santa, lights, train rides and other family-friendly things to see and do in downtown Chilliwack. (TBC)
  • Festivale Tropicale – Christmas lights and glowing plants at the Bloedel Conservatory at Queen Elizabeth Park. (TBC)
  • Granville Island – the shopping and entertainment district is open and the neighbourhood is decorated with Christmas lights at night. (TBC)
  • Loft Country Christmas – an Old West-themed Christmas attraction at a farm in Langley. (TBC)
  • Gingerbread Lane – gingerbread house displays at the Hyatt Hotel in downtown Vancouver. (November 28 to December 27, 2024)
  • Vallea Lumina – an outdoor winter lights attraction in Whistler that’s open every day in December.
  • Peak of Christmas – Santa, reindeer, sleigh rides, gingerbread house displays, ice skating and other holiday fun up at Grouse Mountain. (TBC)
  • Scuba Claus and Holiday Traditions – Christmas movies and photo opportunities with Santa at the Vancouver Aquarium. (TBC)
  • Liven Up Coal Harbour – holiday light sculptures and live music at various points along the Coal Harbour waterfront in downtown Vancouver. (TBC)
  • Light Up the Harbour – a free event with lights and live entertainment at Heritage Harbour outside the Vancouver Maritime Museum at Vanier Park. (TBC)

 

Santa Claus Parades

 

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)
  • Spirit of the Season Festival at the Shipyards – a free Christmas-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. (TBC)
  • Langley Magic of Christmas – a family-friendly event that includes craft stations, live entertainment, visits from Santa Claus and more at the Timms Community Centre. (TBC)
  • Candytown – an outdoor Christmas market and street festival on Mainland Street in Yaletown. (TBC)
  • Hycroft for the Holidays – Hycroft House has its annual Family Brunch at the heritage building in Vancouver. (TBC)
  • Bright Walk in White Rock – a community event that features a Christmas artisan market, entertainment, treats for kids and family-friendly activities in White Rock. (TBC)
  • Holiday Hi-Light Festival – Christmas lights and decorations at North Vancouver’s Park and Tilford Gardens. (TBC)
  • Maple Ridge Christmas Festival – Christmas activities in the park along with a parade in the streets. (December 7, 2024)
  • Vancouver Christmas Boat Party – a nightclub-style event on the Burrard Queen with Vancouver Boat Parties. (TBC)
  • Humbug Holidays at Fort Langley – Christmas craft activities take place at the national historic site in Langley. (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 Shuffle – a 5K Fun Run and 1K Elf Walk at Stanley Park benefiting the Salvation Army. (December 7, 2024)
  • Colombian Dia de las Velitas Fiesta – a free event with live music, kid-friendly activities and food for purchase. (TBC)
  • CP Holiday Train – musicians entertain with stops in Agassiz, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam, Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. Admission is by donation with proceeds benefiting local food banks. (TBC)
  • PEBCelebratesLive – an event hosted by Project Everybody at the Roundhouse Community Centre in Yaletown. It includes music, film, comedy and other live performances by artists from the disability community in Vancouver. (TBC)
  • Christmas Dinner to Go Packages – a number of restaurants offer special takeout packages including The Lobby at the Shipyards in North Vancouver, P2B Bistro near the Vancouver Convention Centre, and H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel in Coal Harbour. With these, the restaurants do the cooking, but you can enjoy the dinners at home. (TBC)

 

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 20-22, 2024)
  • Make It Craft Show – a craft event with over 170 vendors at the PNE at 2901 East Hastings Street. (December 12 to 15, 2024)
  • Toque Craft Fair – a small artisan market with around 20 vendors at 303 East 8th Avenue in Vancouver. Admission is by donation. (November 29 to December 1, 2024)
  • Weirdos Holiday Market – a Christmas artisan market featuring alternative vendors selling unique and alternative kinds of things. (TBC)
  • Christmas Gifts Expo – a massive holiday market featuring over 200 vendors at Chilliwack Heritage Park. (December 6-8, 2024)
  • Vancouver Japan Market – a Japanese-themed Christmas market at Robson Square. (December 7 & 8, 2024)
  • New West Holiday Night Market – a Christmas-themed artisan market at the River Market in New Westminster. (TBC)
  • New West Holiday Market – an artisan and food market featuring dozens of vendors outside the City Hall in New Westminster. (TBC)
  • Tsleil Waututh Nation Christmas Craft Fair – an Indigenous artisan market at the Tsleil Waututh Community Centre in North Vancouver. All are welcome. (TBC)

 

Christmas Concerts

 

Other Shows and Entertainment

  • 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.
  • Arts Club Theatre – Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol shows on the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage. (November 14 to December 24, 2024)
  • Jazz Evenings in the Parlour – at the Roedde House Museum in Vancouver’s West End (not far from Robson Street). (TBC)
  • Jazz Vespers – on Sundays at about 4 pm at St. Andrews-Wesley United Church at 1018 Nelson Street in Vancouver.
  • The Eras Tour – Taylor Swift performs at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver. (December 6-8, 2024)
  • Metro Theatre – Cinderella! shows on Thursdays to Sundays at the venue in South Vancouver. (December 13, 2024, to January 5, 2025)

 

Other Events and Activities

  • BC Buy Local Week – a week when 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! (December 2-8, 2024)
  • MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore. (Sensory-Friendly Day at the museum is December 15, 2024.)
  • Robson Square Ice Skating – free skating on the outdoor ice rink outside the Vancouver Art Gallery. (TBC)
  • False Creek NYE Fireworks – pyrotechnic displays and other New Year’s celebrations were going to happen in False Creek. (TBC)
  • Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. (TBC)
  • Project EveryBODY – a free event at the Roundhouse Community Centre celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities. (TBC)
  • Vancouver Giants Hockey – against various teams at the Langley Events Centre.
  • Vancouver Canucks Hockey – professional ice hockey against various teams at Rogers Arena.
  • Vancouver NYE Boat Parties – nightclub-style cruises takes place in and around the waters of downtown Vancouver. (TBC)
  • 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 at Robson Square – in addition to the free ice skating at Robson Square, there’s live music on specific dates in December. (TBC)
  • First Night at Mt. Seymour – evening laser tobogganing, fireworks and live entertainment at the North Vancouver ski hill. (TBC)
  • Old Stock: A Refugee Love Story – a high energy musical about refugees, love and finding shared humanity. Presented by SFU Woodward’s, it takes place at the SFU Goldcorp Centre for the Arts in downtown Vancouver. (TBC)
  • Refresh & Renew at MONOVA – an event in the Create & Connect Series at the Museum of North Vancouver. (December 29, 2024)
  • Contact Winter Music Festival – a music festival featuring electronic dance music (EDM) by various artists at BC Place Stadium. (TBC)

 

Other Information

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

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