Vancouver’s 2025 January calendar features important dates and events in the Lower Mainland including festivals, holiday events and winter activities.

JANUARY – FEBRUARY – MARCH – APRIL

MAY – JUNE – JULY – AUGUST – SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER – NOVEMBER – DECEMBER

Vancouver’s January Calendar of Events

• Jan. 1 – New Year’s Day (stat holiday)
• Jan. 25 – Robbie Burns Day (birthday of Scotland’s national poet)
• Jan. 29 – Lunar New Year (the beginning of the Chinese New Year)

Vancouver January Events in 2025

Below is what’s happening on the different days of the month in January in the Lower Mainland. Alternatively, for a list of events that cost nothing or only very little, see our article about Free Events in January.

Note: Schedules are subject to change – check official websites for exact details.

Week of January 1st to 5th

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

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

New Year’s Day Polar Bear Swims

• Polar Bear Swims – icy swims in the ocean take place at various locations throughout the Lower Mainland including the following:
  • English Bay in Vancouver.
  • Deep Cove in North Vancouver.
  • Rocky Point Park in Port Moody.
  • Boundary Bay Regional Park in Delta.
  • White Rock – by the pier and giant white rock.
  • Squamish – at Sp’akw’us Feather Park.

Other Festivals & Events

• Festival of Lights – Christmas lights and festivities at VanDusen Garden.
• Metro Theatre – the family-friendly British pantomime Cinderella! shows today at the venue in South Vancouver.
• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• 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.
• Bright Nights – Christmas lights, decorations and train rides at Stanley Park.
• Martini Town Merry & Bright – a Christmas attraction with holiday decorations and live entertainment at a movie studio in Langley.
• Bright Walk in White Rock – holiday illuminations at the waterfront in White Rock.
• Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village – Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
• Lights on the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
• Lights at Lafarge – winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Victoria at the Langley Events Centre.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum full of interesting information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• 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).
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)

Thursday, January 2, 2025

• Winter Discovery Days at FRDC – family-friendly fun at the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster.
• Festival of Lights – over a million lights and decorations at beautiful VanDusen Botanical Garden.
• The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown. (One or more teams of two players can join it.)
• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Lights on the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
• Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour – a festive-themed walking tour in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village – Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
• Bright Nights – Christmas lights, decorations and train rides at Stanley Park.
• Bright Walk in White Rock – holiday illuminations at the waterfront in White Rock.
• Martini Town Merry & Bright – a Christmas attraction with holiday decorations and live entertainment at a movie studio in Langley.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing currently is Hawaii From Above.
• Metro Theatre – the family-friendly British pantomime Cinderella! shows today at the venue in South Vancouver.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Today’s show is Blockbuster.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.

Featured Games & Special Activities

• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe 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.)

Museums & Other Attractions

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly indoor museum with a real ship you can explore.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum in Vancouver’s Chinatown with historical and cultural information about Chinese Canadians.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• 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 Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• For more ideas on places to visit, see our articles about Metro Vancouver’s Top 100 Places, Best Places on a Rainy Day, Lower Mainland Parks and Best Places for Children.

Friday, January 3, 2025

• Winter Discovery Days at FRDC – family-friendly fun at the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster.
• Festival of Lights – over a million lights and decorations at beautiful VanDusen Botanical Garden. (TIP: Use the promo code RAINYDAY and save 15%.)
• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the team plays against the Nashville Predators at Rogers Arena.
• Lights on the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Wenatchee at the Langley Events Centre.
• Bright Nights – Christmas lights, decorations and train rides at Stanley Park.
• Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village – Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
• Martini Town Merry & Bright – a Christmas attraction with holiday decorations and live entertainment at a movie studio in Langley.
• Bright Walk in White Rock – holiday illuminations at the waterfront in White Rock.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour – a festive-themed walking tour in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.

Shows & Entertainment

• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place in Vancouver.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing currently is Hawaii From Above.
• Metro Theatre – the family-friendly British pantomime Cinderella! shows on Thursdays to Sundays at the venue in South Vancouver. (Note: After tonight’s show there is also a sing along with piano in the lounge!)
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features Theatresports and New Year, New Me.

Featured Games & Special Activities

• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll 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.)
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)

Featured Museums & Attractions

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Bill Reid Gallery – free admission at the Bill Reid First Nation’s art gallery between 2 and 5 pm (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum full of interesting information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Vancouver Art Gallery – admission is by donation today (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket.)
• Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre (a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment).
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• 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).

Saturday, January 4, 2025

• Winter Discovery Days at FRDC – family-friendly fun at the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Christmas Tree Chipping – a number of non-profit organizations offer Christmas tree chipping services by donation today.
• Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Nat Bailey Stadium at 4601 Ontario Street.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place in Vancouver.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing currently is Hawaii From Above.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features Theatresports and New Year, New Me.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown. (One or more teams of two players can join it.)
• Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour – a festive-themed walking tour in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Metro Theatre – the local theatre company performs their show Cinderella today.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a 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 Holiday Attractions

• Festival of Lights – over a million lights and decorations at beautiful VanDusen Botanical Garden. (TIP: Use the promo code RAINYDAY and save 15%.)
• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• Martini Town Merry & Bright – a Christmas attraction with holiday decorations and live entertainment at a movie studio in Langley.
• Bright Nights – Christmas lights, decorations and train rides at Stanley Park.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Lights on the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
• Bright Walk in White Rock – holiday illuminations at the waterfront in White Rock.

Featured Attractions

• Looking for interesting places to visit? Then check out the following:
  • Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
  • BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
  • Britannia Mine Museum – formerly the largest copper mine in the British Empire.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly indoor museum with a real ship you can explore.
  • MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
  • North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum in Vancouver’s Chinatown with historical and cultural information about Chinese Canadians.
  • Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• For more ideas on places to visit, see our articles about Metro Vancouver’s Top 100 Places, Best Places on a Rainy Day, Lower Mainland Parks and Best Places for Children.

Sunday, January 5, 2025

• Christmas Tree Chipping – a number of non-profit organizations offer Christmas tree chipping services by donation today.
• Winter Discovery Days at FRDC – family-friendly fun at the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place in Vancouver.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
• Metro Theatre – the local theatre company performs their show Cinderella today.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)

Winter Holiday Attractions

• Festival of Lights – over a million lights and decorations at beautiful VanDusen Botanical Garden. (TIP: Use the promo code RAINYDAY and save 15%.)
• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Lights on the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
• Bright Walk in White Rock – holiday illuminations at the waterfront in White Rock.
• Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour – a festive-themed walking tour in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Martini Town Merry & Bright – a Christmas attraction with holiday decorations and live entertainment at a movie studio in Langley.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).

Featured Attractions

• Looking for interesting places to visit? Then check out the following:
  • Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
  • Britannia Mine Museum – formerly the largest copper mine in the British Empire.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly indoor museum with a real ship you can explore.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum in Vancouver’s Chinatown with historical and cultural information about Chinese Canadians.
  • MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
  • Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
  • North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
  • Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
  • BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
  • Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• For more ideas on places to visit, see our articles about Metro Vancouver’s Top 100 Places, Best Places on a Rainy Day, Lower Mainland Parks and Best Places for Children.

Week of January 6th to 12th

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

Monday, January 6, 2025

• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Lights on the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour – a festive-themed walking tour in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Looking for other interesting places to visit? Then check out the following:
  • Fort Langley National Historic Site (where you can learn about early BC history).
  • Britannia Mine Museum (formerly the largest copper mine in the British Empire).
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum (a family-friendly indoor museum with a real ship you can explore).
  • Fraser River Discovery Centre (a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment).
• For more ideas on places to visit, see our articles about Metro Vancouver’s Top 100 Places, Best Places on a Rainy Day, Lower Mainland Parks and Best Places for Children.

Tuesday, January 7, 2025

• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour – a festive-themed walking tour in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
• Lights on the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.

Featured Attractions

• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Looking for other interesting places to visit? Then check out the following:
  • Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
  • Britannia Mine Museum – formerly the largest copper mine in the British Empire.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly indoor museum with a real ship you can explore.
  • North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• For more ideas on places to visit, see our articles about Metro Vancouver’s Top 100 Places, Best Places on a Rainy Day, Lower Mainland Parks and Best Places for Children.

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

• Skyfall in Concert – a film screening of the movie Skyfall accompanied by a live performance from the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. Held at the Orpheum.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour – a festive-themed walking tour in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Lights on the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum full of interesting information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Fraser River Discovery Centre (a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment).
• 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 at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure games downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features Improv Arcade.

Thursday, January 9, 2025

• The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown. (One or more teams of two players can join it.)
• Skyfall in Concert – a film screening of the movie Skyfall accompanied by a live performance from the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. Held at the Orpheum.
• Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour – a festive-themed walking tour in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Lights on the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Today’s show is Blockbuster.
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

Featured Attractions

• Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
• Britannia Mine Museum – formerly the largest copper mine in the British Empire.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly indoor museum with a real ship you can explore.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum in Vancouver’s Chinatown with historical and cultural information about Chinese Canadians.
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• For more ideas on places to visit, see our articles about Metro Vancouver’s Top 100 Places, Best Places on a Rainy Day, Lower Mainland Parks and Best Places for Children.

Friday, January 10, 2025

• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour – a festive-themed walking tour in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features Theatresports and New Year, New Me.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Lights on the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum full of interesting information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a 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).
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Fraser River Discovery Centre (a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment).
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

Saturday, January 11, 2025

• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Nat Bailey Stadium at 4601 Ontario Street.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour – a walking tour that includes tasty treats in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown. (One or more teams of two players can join it.)
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at New Westminster’s Anvil Centre tonight.
• Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Kelowna at the Langley Events Centre.
• 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 improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features Theatresports and New Year, New Me.
• Lights on the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.

Outdoor Winter Activities

• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).

Featured Attractions

• Looking for interesting places to visit? Then check out the following:
  • Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
  • Britannia Mine Museum – formerly the largest copper mine in the British Empire.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum in Vancouver’s Chinatown with historical and cultural information about Chinese Canadians.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly indoor museum with a real ship you can explore.
  • MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
  • North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
  • Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
  • BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
  • Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• For more ideas on places to visit, see our articles about Metro Vancouver’s Top 100 Places, Best Places on a Rainy Day, Lower Mainland Parks and Best Places for Children.

Sunday, January 12, 2025

• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Lights at Lafarge – today is the last day for the light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at New Westminster’s Anvil Centre tonight.
• PHT Community Clothing Swap – an event where you can take up to 15 articles of used clothing to trade for new-to-you clothing at Presentation House Theatre in North Vancouver. Admission is by donation.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features House Teams Showcase.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a 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.)
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• Lights on the Lake – tonight is the final evening for the Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.

Sunday Markets

• Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – from 10 am until 2 pm at 300 Ioco Road.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Looking for interesting places to visit? Then check out the following:
  • Britannia Mine Museum – formerly the largest copper mine in the British Empire.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly indoor museum with a real ship you can explore.
  • MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum in Vancouver’s Chinatown with historical and cultural information about Chinese Canadians.
  • Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
  • North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
  • Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
  • BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• For more ideas on places to visit, see our articles about Metro Vancouver’s Top 100 Places, Best Places on a Rainy Day, Lower Mainland Parks and Best Places for Children.

Week of January 13th to 19th

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

Monday, January 13, 2025

• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll 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).
• Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history and what life was like during the fur trade.

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour – a walking tour that includes tasty treats in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
• 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).
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features Improv Arcade.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

Featured Attractions

• Looking for interesting places to visit? Then check out the following:
  • Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
  • Britannia Mine Museum – formerly the largest copper mine in the British Empire.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly indoor museum with a real ship you can explore.
  • MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
  • North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
  • Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum in Vancouver’s Chinatown with historical and cultural information about Chinese Canadians.
  • Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
  • BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
  • Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• For more ideas on places to visit, see our articles about Metro Vancouver’s Top 100 Places, Best Places on a Rainy Day, Lower Mainland Parks and Best Places for Children.

Thursday, January 16, 2025

• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the team plays against the L.A. Kings at Rogers Arena.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at the Surrey Arts Centre, and The Three Musketeers shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage tonight.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Today’s show is Blockbuster.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum full of interesting 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.)
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• 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 – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown. (One or more teams of two players can join it.)
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

Winter Sports Events & Activities

• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).

Friday, January 17, 2025

• Early Music Vancouver Concert – a performance featuring the medieval music ensemble Sequentia at the Vancouver Playhouse.
• Exhibition Opening Reception – a free event celebrating the opening of four new exhibitions at Place des Arts in Coquitlam.
• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Schubert’s Third Symphony – a concert featuring pianist Vanessa Benelli Mosell alongside the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra at the Orpheum.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at the Surrey Arts Centre, and The Three Musketeers shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage tonight.
• Chilliwack Home, Leisure & Outdoor Living Expo – a tradeshow at Chilliwack Heritage Park.
• Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour – a walking tour that includes tasty treats in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Tri-City at the Langley Events Centre.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• 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 – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features Theatresports and New Year, New Me.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum full of interesting information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• 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 Sports Events & Activities

• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).

Saturday, January 18, 2025

• Celebration of Robbie Burns – an event with the band Blackthorn celebrating Scotland’s most famous poet at Place des Arts in Coquitlam.
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the team plays against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Arena.
• Chilliwack Home, Leisure & Outdoor Living Expo – a tradeshow at Chilliwack Heritage Park.
• Schubert’s Third Symphony – a concert featuring pianist Vanessa Benelli Mosell alongside the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra at the Centennial Theatre.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at the Surrey Arts Centre, and The Three Musketeers shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage tonight.
• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Nat Bailey Stadium at 4601 Ontario Street.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features Theatresports and New Year, New Me.
• Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour – a walking tour that includes tasty treats in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown. (One or more teams of two players can join it.)
• Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• 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 Sports Activities

• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.

Featured Attractions

• Looking for interesting places to visit? Then check out the following:
  • Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
  • Britannia Mine Museum – formerly the largest copper mine in the British Empire.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly indoor museum with a real ship you can explore.
  • MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
  • BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
  • Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
  • North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum in Vancouver’s Chinatown with historical and cultural information about Chinese Canadians.
  • Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit, especially if you’re a BC resident who can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park where, if you use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER, you can save 25%!
  • FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
  • Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.
• For more ideas on places to visit, see our articles about Metro Vancouver’s Top 100 Places, Best Places on a Rainy Day, Lower Mainland Parks and Best Places for Children.

Sunday, January 19, 2025

• Whistler Pride and Ski Festival – an LGBTQ-themed event at Whistler-Blackcomb.
• Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – last day of the season for the Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
• Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Brandon at the Langley Events Centre.
• Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
• Chilliwack Home, Leisure & Outdoor Living Expo – a tradeshow at Chilliwack Heritage Park.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.

Shows & Entertainment

• Serendades & Voyages – a chamber music event at the ACT Arts Centre in Maple Ridge.
• Schubert’s Third Symphony – a concert featuring pianist Vanessa Benelli Mosell alongside the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra at the Bell Performing Arts Centre.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at the Surrey Arts Centre, and The Three Musketeers shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage tonight.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features House Teams Showcase.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.

Sunday Markets

• Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – at 300 Ioco Road.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.

Featured Attractions and Activities

• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour – a walking tour that includes tasty treats in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• For more ideas on places to visit, see our articles about Metro Vancouver’s Top 100 Places, Best Places on a Rainy Day, Lower Mainland Parks and Best Places for Children.

Featured Historical Sites & Museums

• Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
• Britannia Mine Museum – formerly the largest copper mine in the British Empire.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum full of interesting information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly indoor museum with a real ship you can explore.
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre (a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment).
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!

Week of January 20th to 26th

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

Monday, January 20, 2025

• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Whistler Pride and Ski Festival – an LGBTQ-themed event at Whistler-Blackcomb.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• 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 Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.

Tuesday, January 21, 2025

• Whistler Pride and Ski Festival – an LGBTQ-themed event at Whistler-Blackcomb.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour – a walking tour that includes tasty treats in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the team plays against the Buffalo Sabres at Rogers Arena.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at the Surrey Arts Centre, and The Three Musketeers shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage tonight.
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• 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).
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

• Whistler Pride and Ski Festival – an LGBTQ-themed event at Whistler-Blackcomb.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at the Surrey Arts Centre, and The Three Musketeers shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage tonight.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.

Food and Drink-Related Events

• Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants.
• Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

Other Featured Special Activities

• The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features Improv Arcade.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

Other Featured Historic Sites & Museums

• Fort Langley National Historic Site  – where you can learn about early BC history.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• 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 museum full of interesting information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!

Thursday, January 23, 2025

• PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
• Whistler Pride and Ski Festival – an LGBTQ-themed event at Whistler-Blackcomb.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at the Surrey Arts Centre, and The Three Musketeers shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage tonight.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Pacific Agriculture Show – a farm equipment trade show at Tradex in Abbotsford.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Today’s show is Blockbuster.

Food & Drink-Related Events

• Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants.
• Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

Featured Activities

• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
• The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)

Other Featured Attractions & 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).
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Fort Langley National Historic Site  – where you can learn about early BC history.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes at BC Place Stadium.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum full of interesting information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.

Friday, January 24, 2025

• PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
• VSO presents Hollywood Rocks – a concert featuring iconic songs from movies and TV shows, played by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra at the Orpheum.
• Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour – a walking tour that includes tasty treats in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• Metro Theatre – the local theatre company performs their show Sinners today.
• Whistler Pride and Ski Festival – an LGBTQ-themed event at Whistler-Blackcomb.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features Theatresports and New Year, New Me.
• Pacific Agriculture Show – a farm equipment trade show at Tradex in Abbotsford.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at the Surrey Arts Centre, and The Three Musketeers shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage tonight.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.

Food-Related Events & Activities

• Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
• Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
  • Festival Restaurants with a View
  • Downtown Festival Restaurants
  • Festival Restaurants on the North Shore
• Vancouver Street Food City – a dozen or more food trucks fill the square outside the Vancouver Art Gallery on Georgia Street as part of the Dine Out Vancouver Festival.
• 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 Sports Events & Activities

• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).

Other Featured Attractions & 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).
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• Fort Langley National Historic Site  – where you can learn about early BC history.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre (a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment).
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum full of interesting information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

Saturday, January 25, 2025

• Robbie Burns Day – a day to celebrate the birth of Scotland’s poet laureate.
• Whisky Global – a whisky-tasting event at the Paradox Hotel Vancouver at 1161 West Georgia Street.
• Whistler Pride and Ski Festival – an LGBTQ-themed event at Whistler-Blackcomb.
• Pacific Agriculture Show – a farm equipment trade show at Tradex in Abbotsford.
• Gratitude Yoga on the River – an adult yoga class put on by the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster.
• Super Weekend at FRDC – special activities with a “Blustery Fraser Canyon” theme at the Fraser River Discovery Centre.
• Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour – a walking tour that includes tasty treats in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown. (One or more teams of two players can join it.)
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the team plays against the Washington Capitals at Rogers Arena.

Food-Related Events

• Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
• Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
  • Festival Restaurants with a View
  • Downtown Festival Restaurants
  • Festival Restaurants on the North Shore
• Vancouver Street Food City – a dozen or more food trucks fill the square outside the Vancouver Art Gallery on Georgia Street as part of the Dine Out Vancouver Festival.

Shows & Entertainment

• PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at the Surrey Arts Centre, and The Three Musketeers shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage tonight.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features Theatresports and New Year, New Me.
• Metro Theatre – the local theatre company performs their show Sinners today.
• Robbie Burns Day – a day to celebrate the birth of Scotland’s poet laureate.
• Epidermis Circus – a “spicy” puppet cabaret that’s recommended for audiences that are a minimum of 14 years of age at the ACT Arts Centre in Maple Ridge.
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

Featured Museums & Historic Sites

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Britannia Mine Museum – a museum that used to be the largest copper mine in the British Empire.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly indoor museum with a real ship you can explore.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum in Vancouver’s Chinatown with historical and cultural information about Chinese Canadians.
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• Fort Langley National Historic Site  – where you can learn about early BC history.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes at BC Place Stadium.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.

Other Featured Attractions & Activities

• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Nat Bailey Stadium at 4601 Ontario Street.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.

Sunday, January 26, 2025

• Vancouver Chilly Chase – Try Events-hosted 5K, 10K and half marathon running races around False Creek.
• PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
• Super Weekend at FRDC – special activities with a “Blustery Fraser Canyon” theme at the Fraser River Discovery Centre.
• Whistler Pride and Ski Festival – an LGBTQ-themed event at Whistler-Blackcomb.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Forbidden Vancouver – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour.
• Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Swift Current at the Langley Events Centre.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a 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.)

Shows & Entertainment

• Epidermis Circus – a “spicy” puppet cabaret that’s recommended for audiences that are a minimum of 14 years of age at the ACT Arts Centre in Maple Ridge.
• Metro Theatre – the local theatre company performs their show Sinners today.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features House Teams Showcase.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at Burnaby’s Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, and The Three Musketeers shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage tonight.
• PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.

Food-Related Events

• Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
• Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
  • Festival Restaurants with a View
  • Downtown Festival Restaurants
  • Festival Restaurants on the North Shore
• Vancouver Street Food City – a dozen or more food trucks fill the square outside the Vancouver Art Gallery on Georgia Street as part of the Dine Out Vancouver Festival.

Sunday Markets

• Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – at 300 Ioco Road.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.

Featured Attractions

• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
• Gulf of Georgia Cannery – an indoor venue that’s great on rainy days.
• Britannia Mine Museum – formerly the largest copper mine in the British Empire.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly indoor museum with a real ship you can explore.
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum in Vancouver’s Chinatown with historical and cultural information about Chinese Canadians.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• For more ideas on places to visit, see our articles about Metro Vancouver’s Top 100 Places, Best Places on a Rainy Day, Lower Mainland Parks and Best Places for Children.

Week of January 27th to 31st

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

Monday, January 27, 2025

• PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
• Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a 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.)
• The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll 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).
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

• PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre, and The Three Musketeers shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage tonight.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features The Heat Showcase.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.

Food-Related Events

• Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
• Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants.
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

Featured Attractions & 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).
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour – a walking tour that includes tasty treats in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.

Wednesday, January 29, 2025

• Lunar New Year – the Year of the Snake begins this year.
• PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
• The Secrets of the Penthouse – a special event hosted by Forbidden Vancouver. It includes stories about vice squads, mobsters, murder and bootlegging, but also live jazz, spaghetti and meatballs.
• The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.

Lunar New Year Events

• Lunar New Year – various events celebrating Chinese New Year and Lunar New Year in the Lower Mainland.
• LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related displays and activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. (TBC)
• New Year Celebrations at Aberdeen Mall – various Lunar New Year activities take place at the mall in Richmond.
• Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden – Lunar New Year celebrations take place at the Chinese classical garden in Chinatown. (TBC)

Food and Drink-Related Events

• Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants.
• Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)

Featured Museums & Historic Sites

• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum full of interesting information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• 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).

Other Featured Attractions & Activities

• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre, and The Three Musketeers shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage tonight.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features The Heat Showcase.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

Thursday, January 30, 2025

• PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre, and The Three Musketeers shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage tonight.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
• Metro Theatre – the local theatre company performs their show Sinners today.
• Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.

Featured Activities

• Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented).
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown. (One or more teams of two players can join it.)
• The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)

Other Featured Attractions & Activities

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum full of interesting information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features The Heat Showcase.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• 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).
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

Friday, January 31, 2025

• Vancouver International Boat Show – an event featuring yachts, marine equipment and boating-related services at Granville Island and BC Place Stadium.
• Fraser Valley Home & Garden Expo – a tradeshow at the TRADEX Centre in Abbotsford.
• Love Lights at Cap Bridge – Capilano Suspension Bridge has special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night. (TBC)

Theatre & Performing Arts Shows

• PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
• Beethoven & Tchaikovsky 6 – a concert featuring Francesca Dego alongside the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra at the Orpheum.
• Arts Club Theatre – Someone Like You shows at Coquitlam’s Evergreen Cultural Centre, and The Three Musketeers shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage tonight.
• Metro Theatre – the local theatre company performs their show Sinners today.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Hidden History & Sweet Treats Tour – a walking tour that includes tasty treats in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
• MONOVA: The Museum of North Vancouver – where you’ll learn about the history of the North Shore.
• Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Fraser River Discovery Centre – a child-friendly venue where you’ll learn about the environment.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 and you’ll save 10%.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Tonight features The Heat Showcase.
• FlyOver at Canada Place – the film Awaken Canada shows at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver. Also playing is Hawaii From Above.
• Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum full of interesting 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 Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.

Food-Related Events

• Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival – special hot chocolate offerings around town. So it’s not really a “festival.” It’s more just an excuse to enjoy a hot winter treat!
• Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
  • Festival Restaurants with a View
  • Downtown Festival Restaurants
  • Festival Restaurants on the North Shore
• 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 Sports Events & Activities

• Lower Mainland Ski Hills – skiing, snowboarding and other snow sport opportunities at the following resorts:
  • Grouse, Cypress & Mt. Seymour on the North Shore.
  • Sasquatch Mountain in the Fraser Valley.
  • Whistler Blackcomb in the Sea to Sky region.
• Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver. (TBC)
• Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. Free admission (and skates can be rented). (TBC)

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Other 2025 January Events

The following events are also likely taking place in January 2025 (with some details to be confirmed).

Lunar New Year Events In the City of Vancouver

• LunarFest – Lunar New Year-related activities take place at various venues in downtown Vancouver. It includes The Lantern City displays outside the Vancouver Art Gallery, at Jack Poole Plaza and on Granville Island. (January 27th to February 22nd)
• Chinatown Spring Festival Parade – the parade sometimes happens in January and sometimes in February. In 2025 it takes place on February 2.
• Lunar New Year Films – to celebrate the Year of the Dragon, LNY Splash presents films at the VIFF Centre at 1181 Seymour Street in 2024. (TBC)
• Lion Dancing at River District – lion dancing and other activities take place at River District Vancouver. It’s a free family-friendly event and everyone is welcome. (TBC)
• Lunar New Year at Wesbrook – Chinese New Year-themed activities happen in the village at UBC. (TBC)
• Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden – Lunar New Year celebrations take place at the Chinese classical garden in Chinatown. (TBC)
• Lunar New Year Market at UBC – there are market vendors, food trucks and live entertainment at UBC Botanical Garden.
• International Village Mall – Lunar New Year celebrations happen at the mall in Vancouver’s Chinatown. There are games, art exhibits, vendors and souvenirs. (The event at the mall happens in January some years. In 2025, however, it’s on February 1 & 2.)
• Chinese Canadian Museum – in celebration of Lunar New Year, there are tours as well as calligraphy demonstrations. (TBC)
• Lunar New Year at Granville Island – craft workshops, dragon dancing, an artist talk, and artisan market happen at the Ocean Artworks pavilion and Arts Umbrella. (TBC)

Lunar New Year Events Elsewhere in Metro Vancouver

• New Year’s Eve at the Buddhist Temple – Lunar New Year’s Eve celebrations at one of the largest Buddhist temples in North America. Free admission and highly recommended. (TBC, but not likely happening in 2025.)
• Tibetan Lunar New Year Celebrations – at the Thrangu Buddhist Monastery at 8140 Number 5 Road in Richmond. (Likely not happening as a public event this year, but with exact details to be confirmed.)
• New Year’s Eve at the Buddhist Temple – Lunar New Year’s Eve celebrations at one of the largest Buddhist temples in North America. Free admission and highly recommended. (TBC)
• Lunar New Year at Lansdowne Centre – Lunar New Year festivities take place at the Richmond shopping centre. (TBC)

Other Events to be Confirmed

• Salute to Vienna – a New Year’s show with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra featuring live music and dancing at the Orpheum Theatre. (TBC)
• Orpheum Tours – guided tours inside Vancouver’s most beautiful and iconic theatre. (TBC)
• Jam Over the City – a snowboarding event at Grouse Mountain. (TBC)
• Movie Nights at MONOVA – free film showings at the Museum of North Vancouver. (TBC)
• Broadway Across Canada – the Beetlejuice musical shows at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. (January 21 to 26, 2025)
• Vancouver Motorcycle Show – a motorbike trade show at Tradex in Abbotsford. (January 17 to 19, 2025)
• Jazz Vespers
  • On Sundays at 4 pm at Northwood United Church at 8855 156th Street in Surrey. (TBC)
  • On Sundays at St. Andrews-Wesley United Church at 1018 Nelson Street in Vancouver at 4 pm. Admission is by donation. (TBC)
• Discovery Day – a free family-friendly event hosted by the Association for Mineral Exploration at Canada Place. (It has activities recommended for kids between the ages of 4 and 12.) (January 19, 2025)
• Beaty Nocturnal – the Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC is open by donation from 5 to 8:30 pm. (TBC, but not likely happening.)
• Whisky Global – a whisky-tasting event at the Paradox Hotel Vancouver at 1161 West Georgia Street.

Typical January Weather

January in Vancouver is typically fairly cloudy, cool and wet, with average high temperatures of 6 or so degrees Celsius (or 43 F), and the lows around 1 (or 34 F).

January gets an average of about 150 mm of rain (or 6 inches), making it the third wettest month of the year on average. Except for in the higher elevations, it doesn’t snow often in Metro Vancouver – only a little each year, and it doesn’t stay long – but it can snow. Sometimes January can be surprising though, with unexpected consecutive days of sun.

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