Vancouver’s 2023 November events calendar features festivals and events in the Lower Mainland including Remembrance Day and early Christmas activities.

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Vancouver’s November Calendar of Events

Nov. 11 – Remembrance Day
Nov. 23 – American Thanksgiving (US)
November 24 – Black Friday
Nov. 27 – Cyber Monday

2023 November Events in Vancouver

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

(Note: Schedules are subject to change. See official event websites for the most up-to-date details.)

To jump to a specific week, click on any of the following:

November 1-5 | November 6-12 | November 13-19 | November 20-26 | November 27-30

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Latin American Heritage Month – various events take place in celebration of Latin American heritage and influence.
DTES Heart of the City Festival – community events featuring film, theatre, music, panel discussions, cultural sharing and workshops.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
If nice weather, a good day to enjoy the fall colours at any of the Lower Mainland’s Best Parks and Places in Nature.
If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Thursday, November 2, 2023

Lumiere Vancouver – a small festival with Christmas illuminations in Vancouver’s West End.
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week – the Launch Party for the craft beer-themed series of events happens today at the Pipe Shop in North Vancouver.
DTES Heart of the City Festival – community events featuring film, theatre, music, panel discussions, cultural sharing and workshops.
Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster from 3 until 7 pm.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
If nice weather, a good day to enjoy the fall colours at any of the Lower Mainland’s Best Parks and Places in Nature.
If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Friday, November 3, 2023

Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week – beer-themed events showcasing local breweries take place at various venues in North Vancouver (between November 2nd and 14th).
Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
DTES Heart of the City Festival – community events featuring film, theatre, music, panel discussions, cultural sharing and workshops.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)

Halloween Events

Vancouver Horror Nights – a massive haunted attraction at Coquitlam Centre in Coquitlam. (TBC)

Other Events & Activities

Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Free!
Lumiere Vancouver – a small festival with Christmas illuminations in Vancouver’s West End.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Friday).
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Saturday, November 4, 2023

Halloween Events

Vancouver Horror Nights – a massive haunted attraction at Coquitlam Centre in Coquitlam. (TBC)

Other Festivals & Events

Made in the 604 Pop Up Market – an artisan market at Heritage Hall on Main Street in Vancouver.
Pet Lover Show – a large pet show at the Pacific Coliseum in Vancouver. (TBC)
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week – beer-themed events showcasing local breweries take place at various venues in North Vancouver (between November 2nd and 14th).
DTES Heart of the City Festival – community events featuring film, theatre, music, panel discussions, cultural sharing and workshops.
For the Love of Art Show & Sale – an art show featuring local artists at Harris Barn at 4140 Arthur Drive in Ladner.
New West Craft – an artisan market at the River Market in New Westminster from 11 am until 4 pm.
Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Free!
Lumiere Vancouver – a small festival with Christmas illuminations in Vancouver’s West End.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Vancouver Canucks Hockey – professional ice hockey at Rogers Arena against the Dallas Stars.

Walking Tours, Adventure Games & Featured Attractions

Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Saturday).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Sunday, November 5, 2023

Daylight Savings Day – don’t forget to set your clock back an hour the night before!
Boundary Bay Runs and Marathon – Try Events-hosted 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Boston-qualifying Marathon running races at Boundary Bay Park in South Delta.
Made in the 604 Pop Up Market – an artisan market at Heritage Hall on Main Street in Vancouver.
Pet Lover Show – a large pet show at the Pacific Coliseum in Vancouver. (TBC)
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week – beer-themed events showcasing local breweries take place at various venues in North Vancouver (between November 2nd and 14th).
Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
DTES Heart of the City Festival – community events featuring film, theatre, music, panel discussions, cultural sharing and workshops.
For the Love of Art Show & Sale – an art show featuring local artists at Harris Barn at 4140 Arthur Drive in Ladner.
Lumiere Vancouver – a small festival with Christmas illuminations in Vancouver’s West End.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Featured Activities & Attractions

Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)

Sunday Markets

Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – at the Port Moody Recreation Complex. (TBC)
Hastings Park Winter Farmers Market – at Hastings Skatepark by the PNE. (TBC)
Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
Abbotsford Flea Market – a giant flea market at Abbotsford Exhibition Park.

Week of November 6th to 12th

November 1-5 | November 6-12 | November 13-19 | November 20-26 | November 27-30

Monday, November 6, 2023

Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week – beer-themed events showcasing local breweries take place at various venues in North Vancouver (between November 2nd and 14th).
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Lumiere Vancouver – a small festival with Christmas illuminations in Vancouver’s West End.
Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Free!
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
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 Canucks Hockey – professional ice hockey at Rogers Arena against the Edmonton Oilers.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
If nice weather, a good day to enjoy the fall colours at any of the Lower Mainland’s Best Parks and Places in Nature.
If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week – beer-themed events showcasing local breweries take place at various venues in North Vancouver (between November 2nd and 14th).
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
Vancouver Art Gallery – admission is by donation today between 5 and 9 pm (because it’s Tuesday).
Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Free!
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
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).
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
If nice weather, a good day to enjoy the fall colours at any of the Lower Mainland’s Best Parks and Places in Nature.
If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week – beer-themed events showcasing local breweries take place at various venues in North Vancouver (between November 2nd and 14th).
Circle Craft Market – at the Vancouver Convention Centre West at 1055 Canada Place.
Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Free!
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
If nice weather, a good day to enjoy the fall colours at any of the Lower Mainland’s Best Parks and Places in Nature.
If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Thursday, November 9, 2023

Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week – beer-themed events showcasing local breweries take place at various venues in North Vancouver (between November 2nd and 14th).
A Doll’s House Part 2 – Vancouver’s Western Gold Theatre continues Nora Helmer’s story in this play about gender roles, marriage and relationships.
Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
Circle Craft Market – at the Vancouver Convention Centre West at 1055 Canada Place.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Friday, November 10, 2023

Boundless – the Chor Leoni men’s choir performs its Remembrance Day concerts today and tomorrow at St. Andrew’s Wesley United Church in downtown Vancouver.
Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week – beer-themed events showcasing local breweries take place at various venues in North Vancouver (between November 2nd and 14th).
A Doll’s House Part 2 – Vancouver’s Western Gold Theatre continues Nora Helmer’s story in this play about gender roles, marriage and relationships.
Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Free!
Circle Craft Market – at the Vancouver Convention Centre West at 1055 Canada Place.

Featured Activities & Attractions

Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre.
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Saturday, November 11, 2023

Remembrance Day Events

Remembrance Day – click Lower Mainland Venues for ceremonies in various municipalities or check out any of the following locations.
- Victory Square (City of Vancouver)
- Coquitlam (at Blue Mountain Park)
- Maple Ridge (at Memorial Peace Park)
- New West (at the armory and outside city hall)
- City of North Vancouver (at Victoria Park)
- District of North Vancouver (at Cates Park)
- Port Coquitlam (at the community centre and Veterans Park)
- Port Moody (along St. John’s Street and at the Royal Canadian Legion)
- Richmond (outside City Hall)
- Stanley Park (at the Japanese Canadian War Memorial)
- Surrey (in Cloverdale)
- University of British Columbia (in the War Memorial Gym)
- West Vancouver (at Memorial Park)
Boundless – the Chor Leoni men’s choir performs its Remembrance Day concerts today at St. Andrew’s Wesley United Church in downtown Vancouver.
Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir – the all-male choir performs a Remembrance Day-themed concert at the South Delta Baptist Church.

Other Events on November 11

Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week – beer-themed events showcasing local breweries take place at various venues in North Vancouver (between November 2nd and 14th).
River Basin Days – the Fraser River Discovery Centre hosts a special off-site event. (TBC)
A Doll’s House Part 2 – Vancouver’s Western Gold Theatre continues Nora Helmer’s story in this play about gender roles, marriage and relationships.
Circle Craft Market – at the Vancouver Convention Centre West at 1055 Canada Place.
Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Free!
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.

Featured Events, Activities & Attractions

Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Saturday).
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission. (TBC)
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown. (TBC)
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). (TBC)

Saturday Markets

Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Nat Bailey Stadium at 4601 Ontario Street. (TBC)
Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.

Sunday, November 12, 2023

Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week – beer-themed events showcasing local breweries take place at various venues in North Vancouver (between November 2nd and 14th).
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
A Doll’s House Part 2 – Vancouver’s Western Gold Theatre continues Nora Helmer’s story in this play about gender roles, marriage and relationships.
Circle Craft Market – at the Vancouver Convention Centre West at 1055 Canada Place.
Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Free!

Featured Activities & Attractions

Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Sunday Markets

Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – at the Port Moody Recreation Complex. (TBC)
Hastings Park Winter Farmers Market – at Hastings Skatepark by the PNE. (TBC)
Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
Abbotsford Flea Market – a giant flea market at Abbotsford Exhibition Park.

Week of November 13th to 19th

November 1-5 | November 6-12 | November 13-19 | November 20-26 | November 27-30

Monday, November 13, 2023

Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week – beer-themed events showcasing local breweries take place at various venues in North Vancouver (between November 2nd and 14th).
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Free!
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
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).
If nice weather, a good day to enjoy the fall colours at any of the Lower Mainland’s Best Parks and Places in Nature.
If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Free!
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
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).
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
Vancouver Art Gallery – admission is by donation today between 5 and 9 pm (because it’s Tuesday).

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
A Doll’s House Part 2 – Vancouver’s Western Gold Theatre continues Nora Helmer’s story in this play about gender roles, marriage and relationships.
Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Free!
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Legends of Iceland: Landscapes and Lore.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Vancouver Canucks Hockey – professional ice hockey at Rogers Arena against the New York Islanders.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
If nice weather, a good day to enjoy the fall colours at any of the Lower Mainland’s Best Parks and Places in Nature.
If miserable weather, then a good day to seek refuge at one of Vancouver’s Best Places on a Rainy Day.

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Holiday Markets

Holidays at Hycroft – an amazing upscale Christmas market and fundraising event for the University Women’s Club in Vancouver. (Note: Today might be exclusively for members and their guests. Exact details are TBC.)
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)

Festivals & Events

Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Free!
Eastside Culture Crawl – an art festival featuring the works of hundreds of artists at multiple venues in Vancouver.
A Doll’s House Part 2 – Vancouver’s Western Gold Theatre continues Nora Helmer’s story in this play about gender roles, marriage and relationships.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.

Other Featured Activities & Attractions

FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Beaty Nocturnal – the Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC is open by donation from 5:00 to 8:30 pm.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Friday, November 17, 2023

A Doll’s House Part 2 – Vancouver’s Western Gold Theatre continues Nora Helmer’s story in this play about gender roles, marriage and relationships.
Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Free!
Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
Eastside Culture Crawl – an art festival featuring the works of hundreds of artists at multiple venues in Vancouver.

Christmas Events & Attractions

Holidays at Hycroft – an amazing upscale Christmas market and fundraising event for the University Women’s Club at 1489 McRae Avenue in Vancouver. The venue alone is beautiful (and was used on occasion in the TV series When Calls the Heart).
West Coast Christmas Show – a massive holiday market at the Tradex Centre in Abbotsford.
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland. (TBC)

Other Featured Attractions & Activities

Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Friday).
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%! Today also features a special evening event with Inuit artist Cora DeVos.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Saturday, November 18, 2023

A Doll’s House Part 2 – Vancouver’s Western Gold Theatre continues Nora Helmer’s story in this play about gender roles, marriage and relationships.
Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
Vancouver Canucks Hockey – professional ice hockey at Rogers Arena against the Seattle Kraken.
Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland. (TBC)

Holiday Markets

West Coast Christmas Show – a massive holiday market at the Tradex Centre in Abbotsford.
Holidays at Hycroft – an amazing upscale Christmas market and fundraising event for the University Women’s Club at 1489 McRae Avenue in Vancouver. The venue alone is beautiful (and was used on occasion in the TV series When Calls the Heart).
New West Craft – an artisan market at the River Market in New Westminster from 11 am until 4 pm.
Made in the 604 Pop Up Market – an artisan market at The Pipe Shop in North Vancouver.

Featured Activities & Attractions

Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
Eastside Culture Crawl – an art festival featuring the works of hundreds of artists at multiple venues in Vancouver.
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Saturday).
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Christmas Attractions

Surrey Tree Lighting Festival – festivities usually take place at the Plaza at City Hall with the official lighting of the 55-foot tree in the evening. (TBC)
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.

Sunday, November 19, 2023

Douglas Day at Fort Langley – an annual celebration of the day in 1858 when Sir James Douglas formally proclaimed BC a colony. The event celebrates the former governor’s multicultural legacy with Black, Scottish, Métis and Indigenous arts, food, music and dance. (TBC)
Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
A Doll’s House Part 2 – Vancouver’s Western Gold Theatre continues Nora Helmer’s story in this play about gender roles, marriage and relationships.
109th Grey Cup – the Canadian CFL Football Championships take place live somewhere in Canada and on screens at sports bars across the country.
Eastside Culture Crawl – an art festival featuring the works of hundreds of artists at multiple venues in Vancouver.
Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland. (TBC)
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)

Christmas Holiday Markets

Holidays at Hycroft – an amazing upscale Christmas market and fundraising event for the University Women’s Club at 1489 McRae Avenue in Vancouver. The venue alone is beautiful (and was used on occasion in the TV series When Calls the Heart).
West Coast Christmas Show – a massive holiday market at the Tradex Centre in Abbotsford.
Made in the 604 Pop Up Market – an artisan market at The Pipe Shop in North Vancouver.

Other Sunday Markets

Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – at the Port Moody Recreation Complex. (TBC)
Hastings Park Winter Farmers Market – at Hastings Skatepark by the PNE. (TBC)
Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
Cloverdale Flea Market – at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
Abbotsford Flea Market – at Abbotsford Exhibition Park.

Featured Events & Attractions

FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Special guided tours of the St. Roch engine room take place today (but spaces are limited so you’ll want to book your spot in advance).
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Ongoing Christmas Attractions

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.

Week of November 20th to 26th

November 1-5 | November 6-12 | November 13-19 | November 20-26 | November 27-30

Monday, November 20, 2023

Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
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 Canucks Hockey – professional ice hockey at Rogers Arena against the San Jose Sharks.

Ongoing Christmas Activities

Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland. (TBC)

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
Vancouver Art Gallery – admission is by donation today between 5 and 9 pm (because it’s Tuesday).
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland. (TBC)
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
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).

Ongoing Christmas Attractions

Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.

Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
Disney On Ice – Road Trip Adventures take place with Disney characters at the Pacific Coliseum.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
A Doll’s House Part 2 – Vancouver’s Western Gold Theatre continues Nora Helmer’s story in this play about gender roles, marriage and relationships.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Ongoing Christmas Events

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Christmas Glow – a winter holiday attraction with festive illuminations and music in Langley. (TBC)
Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland. (TBC)

Thursday, November 23, 2023

American Thanksgiving
Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
Disney On Ice – Road Trip Adventures take place with Disney characters at the Pacific Coliseum.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
A Doll’s House Part 2 – Vancouver’s Western Gold Theatre continues Nora Helmer’s story in this play about gender roles, marriage and relationships.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Ongoing Christmas Attractions

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Christmas Glow – a winter holiday attraction with festive illuminations and music in Langley. (TBC)
Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland. (TBC)

Friday, November 24, 2023

Black Friday – shopping deals all over the Lower Mainland.
A Doll’s House Part 2 – Vancouver’s Western Gold Theatre continues Nora Helmer’s story in this play about gender roles, marriage and relationships.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
Disney On Ice – Road Trip Adventures take place with Disney characters at the Pacific Coliseum.
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
Guided Tours at the FRDC – tours can be booked for this morning at New Westminster’s Fraser River Discovery Centre (because it’s Friday).
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)

Ongoing Christmas Attractions

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
Christmas Glow – a winter holiday attraction with festive illuminations and music in Langley. (TBC)
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Festival of Lights – the annual winter event featuring over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden. (TBC)

Saturday, November 25, 2023

Black Friday Week – shopping deals all over the Lower Mainland.
West End Holiday Craft Fair – 50+ vendors and free admission at the West End Community Centre at 870 Denman Street. (TBC)
A Doll’s House Part 2 – Vancouver’s Western Gold Theatre continues Nora Helmer’s story in this play about gender roles, marriage and relationships.
Disney On Ice – Road Trip Adventures take place with Disney characters at the Pacific Coliseum.
Super Saturday at FRDC – the Fraser River Discovery Centre hosts their special monthly event today.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Christmas Activities

Polar Express – special Christmas activities at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish.
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
Lights at Lafarge – winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake. (TBC)
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Christmas Glow – a winter holiday attraction with festive illuminations and music in Langley. (TBC)
Festival of Lights – the annual winter event featuring over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden. (TBC)
Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village – Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby. (TBC)

Sunday, November 26, 2023

Vancouver Historic Half – Try Events-hosted 5K, 10K and half marathon races around Stanley Park’s seawall and elsewhere in the city.
Holidays at Hycroft – a fundraiser for the University Women’s Club in Vancouver. The venue alone is beautiful (and was used on occasion in the TV series When Calls the Heart). Today’s event is Brunch with Santa and Storytelling.
A Doll’s House Part 2 – Vancouver’s Western Gold Theatre continues Nora Helmer’s story in this play about gender roles, marriage and relationships.
West End Holiday Craft Fair – 50+ vendors and free admission at the West End Community Centre at 870 Denman Street. (TBC)
Disney On Ice – Road Trip Adventures take place with Disney characters at the Pacific Coliseum.
Black Friday Week – shopping deals all over the Lower Mainland.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Christmas Activities

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
Polar Express – special Christmas activities at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish.
Lights at Lafarge – winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake. (TBC)
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Festival of Lights – the annual winter event featuring over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden. (TBC)
Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village – Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby. (TBC)
Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland. (TBC)

Sunday Markets

West End Holiday Craft Fair – an artisan market at the West End Community Centre in Vancouver. (TBC)
Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – at the Port Moody Recreation Complex. (TBC)
Hastings Park Winter Farmers Market – at Hastings Skatepark by the PNE. (TBC)
Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
Abbotsford Flea Market – a giant flea market at Abbotsford Exhibition Park.

Week of November 27th to 30th

November 1-5 | November 6-12 | November 13-19 | November 20-26 | November 27-30

Monday, November 27, 2023

Cyber Monday (and continuation of Black Friday Week) – a day in North America when lots of things go on sale online.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland. (TBC)
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
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).

Ongoing Christmas Attractions

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Festival of Lights – the annual winter event featuring over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden. (TBC)
Lights at Lafarge – winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake. (TBC)
Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village – Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby. (TBC)

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Black Friday Week – shopping deals all over the Lower Mainland.
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
Vancouver Art Gallery – admission is by donation today between 5 and 9 pm (because it’s Tuesday).
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
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).
Vancouver Canucks Hockey – professional ice hockey at Rogers Arena against the Anaheim Ducks.

Ongoing Christmas Activities

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Festival of Lights – the annual winter event featuring over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden. (TBC)
Lights at Lafarge – winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake. (TBC)
Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village – Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby. (TBC)
Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland. (TBC)

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver, or a virtual game from the comfort of your home. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Ongoing Christmas Events

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Christmas Glow – a winter holiday attraction with festive illuminations and music in Langley. (TBC)
Festival of Lights – the annual winter event featuring over a million lights at VanDusen Botanical Garden. (TBC)
Lights at Lafarge – winter light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake. (TBC)
Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village – Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby. (TBC)
Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland. (TBC)

Thursday, November 30, 2023

Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island.
FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows at Canada Place. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa.
Winterlust – domed dining at the H2 Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (TBC)
Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Vancouver Canucks Hockey – professional ice hockey at Rogers Arena against the Vegas Golden Knights.

Ongoing Christmas Attractions

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge.
Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. (TBC)
Christmas Glow – a winter holiday attraction with festive illuminations and music in Langley. (TBC)
Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland. (TBC)

Other November Events in 2023

Below are events that may or may not also be happening in November 2023.

Shows and Entertainment

Elf: The Musical – an Arts Club Theatre production based on the popular film shows at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage. (November 2 to December 31 in 2023.)
plays show at the company’s various theatre locations. (TBC)
Modulus Festival – a music festival hosted by Music on Main in Vancouver. (November 3 to 6, 2023)
Nightingales – the Vancouver Chamber Choir performs with musica intima at St. Andrews-Wesley United Church in Vancouver. (November 25, 2023)
Roedde House Jazz in the Parlour – live music at the Roedde House Museum in Vancouver’s West End (not far from Robson Street) on a Thursday evening. (TBC)
Jazz Vespers in Vancouver – at 4 pm on Sundays at St. Andrews-Wesley United Church at 1018 Nelson Street in Vancouver. Admission is by donation.
Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents KOOZA at Concord Pacific Place. (October 21 to December 31 in 2023.)
Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir – Remembrance Day Concert at South Delta Baptist Church in Tsawwassen. (November 11, 2023)
Stars of the Italian Renaissance: Monteverdi & Rossi – a performance by Profeti della Quinta directed by Elam Rotem at Christ Church Cathedral. Presented by Early Music Vancouver, the concert begins at 7:30 pm and there’s a post-show talk as well. (November 9, 2023)
Members of Constantinople: The Golden Road – featuring Homayoun Sakhi, Shashank Subramanyam, Kiya Tabassian and Hamin Honari, this Early Music Vancouver concert begins at 7:30 pm at the Kay Meek Arts Centre. (November 18, 2023)

Festivals and Events

Diwali Cruises with Vancouver Boat Parties – a cruise in the waters around Vancouver in celebration of Diwali. Last year there was a family-friendly trip as well as an adults-only party cruise. (TBC)
Hopscotch Festival – a whiskey and other fine spirits-tasting event at the PNE Forum. Hundreds of different samples are available from fine Scotch to Irish Whiskey, Bourbons, Vodkas, Gins and even local craft spirits and beers. (November 24 to 25, 2023)
Vancouver Train Expo – a model train exhibition at the PNE Forum at 2901 East Hastings. (November 4 to 5, 2023)
Vancouver Turkish Film Festival – a festival with an opening reception, various film screenings and more on select days. (TBC)
Beyond King Tut – an immersive exhibition celebrating the 100th anniversary of the discovery of a famous Egyptian boy king’s tomb. (TBC)
Diwali in Coquitlam – an event celebrating the Hindu festival of lights at the Evergreen Cultural Centre in Coquitlam. (November 3, 2023)
Diwali Downtown Surrey – a free event celebrating the Hindu festival of lights outside Surrey City Hall. (November 5, 2023)
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Week – craft beer-themed events take place at various venues in North Vancouver. (November 2 to 14, 2023)
Louis Riel Day – an event celebrating Metis culture at the Fort Langley National Historic Site. (TBC)

Sporting Events

The Phantom Run Trail Race – 12K, 19.5K and 25K trail runs starting at North Vancouver’s Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve. (November 18, 2023)
Vancouver Undie Run – a Movember fundraising event where participants run around Olympic Village and False Creek in their underwear to help raise awareness about cancer and men’s health issues. (TBC)
Vancouver Giants Hockey – against various teams on different dates at the Langley Events Centre.
Skating at the Shipyards – ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver. (TBC)

City of Christmas-Themed Events

Bright Nights – amazing Christmas lights and miniature train rides at Stanley Park. (TBC)
Lumiere Vancouver – a small festival with Christmas illuminations at locations in Vancouver’s West End. (November 2 to 6, 2023.)
Granville Island – the shopping and entertainment district is open and the neighbourhood is decorated with Christmas lights at night.
Vancouver Christmas Tree Lighting – outside the Vancouver Art Gallery in downtown Vancouver. (TBC)

Other Lower Mainland Christmas-Themed Events

Holidays at the Hycroft – the Hycroft House has both its artisan market (November 16 to 19) and a Brunch with Santa event (November 26) this month in 2023.
Christmas on the Peninsula – an community event that features a Christmas artisan market, entertainment, treats for kids and family-friendly activities in White Rock. (TBC)
McArthurGlen Annual Tree Lighting – live entertainment at the outlet mall in Richmond. (TBC)
Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey. Free! (November 3 to 17, 2023)
Edmonds Festival of Light – a small event for young families at the Edmonds Community Centre in Burnaby. Activities include live entertainment, light refreshments, crafts, an appearance by Santa and various child-friendly activities. (TBC)
Highstreet’s Tree Lighting & Holiday Show – a Christmas event at Abbotsford’s Highstreet Shopping Centre at 3122 Mt. Lehman Road. (TBC)
Lights of Hope Celebration – St. Paul’s Hospital at 1081 Burrard Street launches their annual fundraising event with Christmas lights. (TBC)
Light Up the Village – Christmas decorations, Santa Claus, and family-friendly activities at West Vancouver’s Park Royal Mall. (TBC)
Squamish Santa Claus Parade – a Christmas parade along Cleveland Avenue in Squamish. (TBC)
Dundarave Christmas Fair – a community event with Christmas tree decorating and live entertainment in West Vancouver as part of the Dundarave Festival of Lights. (TBC)

Christmas-Themed Attractions

Christmas Glow – a winter holiday festival featuring a light tunnel, holiday illuminations and music in Langley. (TBC)
Peak of Christmas – the season of Christmas celebrations at Grouse Mountain begins in late November. (TBC)

City of Vancouver Christmas Craft Fairs

Britannia Christmas Craft Fair – at the Britannia Community Services Centre at 1661 Napier Street in Vancouver. (TBC)
Dunbar Holiday Craft Fair – one of Vancouver’s largest Christmas craft fairs, with over 140 vendors. (November 25, 2023)
Mercato Italian Christmas Market – indoors at the Italian Cultural Centre at 3075 Slocan Street. (TBC)

North Shore Christmas Craft Fairs

Etsy Collective Holiday Pop Up – a Christmas-themed craft fair at the Pipe Shop at 115 Victory Ship Way in North Vancouver. (TBC)
STA Christmas Craft Fair – a market featuring over 100 jury-selected artisans at St. Thomas Aquinas School at 541 West Keith Road in North Vancouver. (TBC)
Silver Harbour Christmas Market – a craft fair with free admission at North Vancouver’s Silver Harbour Senior Centre at 144 East 22nd Street. (TBC)
Fair Trade Christmas Market – a small artisan market featuring fair trade products made by artisans in the Third World. It takes place at St. Andrew’s United Church in North Vancouver and features products imported to Canada by the non-profit social enterprise Ten Thousand Villages. (TBC)
West Vancouver Holiday Market – takes place at the West Vancouver Community Centre at 2121 Marine Drive. (TBC)

Other Metro Vancouver Christmas Craft Fairs

Christmas Boutique Opening Reception – a free event featuring fine art and artisan products at Place des Arts in Coquitlam. (November 17, 2023)
West Coast Christmas Craft Show – at TRADEX in Abbotsford. (November 17 to 29, 2023)
Deer Lake Craft Festival – a three-day event at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts at 6450 Deer Lake Avenue. (November 24 to 26, 2023)
Chilliwack Christmas Craft Market – featuring over 150 artisans at Chilliwack Heritage Park at 44140 Luckakuck Way. (November 17 to 19, 2023)
Fort Langley Christmas Market – a small indoor craft fair with over 30 vendors at the Fort Langley Community Hall at 9167 Glover Road. (TBC)
Gleneagles Holiday Artisan Festival – three dozen or so vendors at West Vancouver’s Gleneagles Community Centre at 6262 Marine Drive. (November 4, 2023)
Kickoff to Christmas Makers Market – a winter holiday-themed artisan market at Abbotsford Exhibition Park at 32470 Haida Drive in Abbotsford. (TBC)
Swedish Christmas Fair – with 30 or so vendors at the Scandinavian Community Centre in Burnaby at 6540 Thomas Street. Admission is free as is the parking. (November 18 to 19, 2023)
Alexandra Neighbourhood House Craft Fair – a Christmas craft market at 2916 McBride Avenue in Crescent Beach. (TBC)
Steveston Village Craft Fair – at the Steveston Community Centre at 4111 Moncton Street in Richmond featuring over 100 vendors. (November 25, 2023)

Other Holiday Markets

Refresh Market – an artisan market at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish. (TBC)
All About Christmas Gifts Expo – a giant holiday market at Heritage Park in Chilliwack. (December 8 to 10, 2023)
Japanese Craft Fair – at the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre at 6688 Southoaks Crescent in Burnaby. (TBC)
Indigenous Artisan Market – a market in mid-November featuring First Nations vendors at MONOVA: the Museum of North Vancouver. (TBC)

Other General Events

BC Buy Local Week – people are reminded about the value of supporting local and independently-owned businesses. (TBC)
Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival – a festival celebrating one of the largest migratory gatherings of Bald Eagles anywhere, not far from Harrison Hot Springs along the Harrison River. (TBC)
Kids Help Phone Homes for the Holidays – a fundraising event where guests get to tour half a dozen Vancouver homes that have been professionally decorated for the Christmas season. (TBC)
LCPN Networking Breakfast – a business networking event with Vancouver’s Latin American community. The event costs around $25 or so and includes a guest speaker presentation and breakfast. All are welcome. (TBC)
Seniors Day at MOV – admission to the Museum of Vancouver is just $5 on the first Tuesday of the month. (TBC)
Roedde House – admission to the historic museum in Vancouver’s West End is by donation on the last Friday of the month. (TBC)
West Coast Women’s Show – a trade show at Tradex in Abbotsford and BC Place Stadium in Vancouver. (October 13 to 15 and November 17 to 19 in 2023.)
Fraser Valley Wedding Festival – a wedding show with vendors and a fashion showcase at Cascades Casino Resort in Langley. (November 5, 2023)
Day Sail on a Warship – women & girls (ages 12+) are invited to test drive an active duty warship with the Royal Canadian Navy. (November 13, 2023)
DTES Heart of the City Festival – a series of arts events and other activities in Vancouver. (October 25 to November 5, 2023)
Space Explorers: The Infinite – a space-themed virtual reality attraction at the Rocky Mountaineer Station beginning on November 15, 2023.
Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Rotary Chilliwack Book Sale – a fundraising event where you can get great deals on used books at Chilliwack Heritage Park. (October 29 to November 4, 2023)

Top Things to Do in November

Below are some of the most popular activities to do in November in the Lower Mainland.

Take part in the Remembrance Day ceremonies on November 11th at any one of various locations.
Enjoy the last of the autumn leaves early in the month at any of Metro Vancouver’s best parks and places in nature.
If it’s not raining, then enjoy the outdoors as much as possible at places like Stanley Park, any of the North Shore‘s great parks, along the seawall at False Creek or Coal Harbour, or any of Vancouver’s other best places for a walk, jog or cycle.
If it’s raining (which there’s a very good chance that it will be), then partake in one of Vancouver’s top indoor activities at a nice warm, dry, indoor venue.
Go Black Friday shopping in Vancouver, not south of the border due to the poor exchange rate.
Take in one of Vancouver’s best places to see Christmas decorations at the end of the month before the December crowds.

Vancouver November Weather

Rain, rain and more rain. The only month with more rain than November (with an average of 170 mm or 6.8 inches) is December (with almost 178 mm, or just over 7 inches).

Yes, November is usually a very wet month, even by Vancouver’s soggy standards. The only people in town with wide grins on their faces because of the weather are the skiers, who know that if it’s raining in town then it’ll be snowing at the same time – or not too far in the future – up on the hills.

The average November temperatures in Vancouver are 9 degrees Celsius (48 F) in the day and 3 C at night (or 37 F), which means while people are sleeping it is usually below freezing up at the ski hills.

November competes with December for being the most dismal month of the year in the Lower Mainland weather-wise, but lacks December’s abundance of Christmas lights (which almost completely eliminates all the gloominess).

Recommended Activities

Unless it happens to be sunny and not raining, November is a good month for indoor activities. The autumn leaves are still good in the first half of the month or so though, so Stanley Park, VanDusen Garden, Queen Elizabeth Park and Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden can still be good early on, but everything is looking pretty bleak and bare by the end of November.

When we say November is typically probably the gloomiest month in Vancouver, given that the trees are bare and there’s so much rain, it doesn’t mean that Vancouver isn’t still a beautiful city. It’s just one of the world’s most beautiful cities at its worst (so still much better than many places). When it’s really cloudy, you just have to use your imagination to visualize all the stunning mountains.

When it’s not raining, hiking in November is still great in many of the parks (especially where the trees are coniferous and so don’t lose their leaves and look bleak towards the end of the month). A great place for this is at almost any of the regional parks or hiking trails on the North Shore, including the Capilano River Regional Park where the salmon are likely still spawning at the salmon hatchery just a short walk or drive from the Cleveland Dam.