Vancouver’s 2026 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
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)
Vancouver January Events in 2026
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 21st to 25th
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
- Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the team plays against the Washington Capitals at Rogers Arena.
- 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.
Shows, Concerts & Entertainment
- Absolute Unit Concert – presented by Hard Rubber Music, the 18-piece spectral post-lounge orchestra performs at Vancouver’s Fox Cabaret.
- Flyover at Canada Place – the films Awaken Canada and Legendary Iceland show at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver.
Food and Drink-Related Events
- Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
- 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. Today’s show is True Story.
- 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!)
Other Featured Historic Sites & Museums
- Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a featured exhibit about hockey.
- 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 22, 2026
- PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
- Killer Birthday Dinner Theatre – a comedy theatre whodunit drag show with Vancouver Mysteries in Gastown.
- Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – a touring attraction that’s set up in Stanley Park.
- 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.
- 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. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
- 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.)
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.
- 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.
- 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!)
- Flyover at Canada Place – the films Awaken Canada and Legendary Iceland show at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver.
- Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a featured exhibit about hockey.
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum full of interesting information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
Friday, January 23, 2026
- Exhibition Opening Reception – a free event celebrating the opening of four new exhibitions at Place des Arts in Coquitlam.
- Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the team plays against the New Jersey Devils at Rogers Arena.
- Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
- Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – a touring attraction that’s set up in Stanley Park.
Shows & Entertainment
- Jim Byrnes with First Impressions Theatre – the famous Canadian musician and actor performs tonight and tomorrow at Deep Cove Shaw Theatre in North Vancouver.
- PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
- Metro Theatre – the local theatre company performs their show Barefoot in the Park by Neil Diamond today.
- The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Today’s shows are Theatresports and New Year, New Me.
- Flyover at Canada Place – the films Awaken Canada and Legendary Iceland show at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver.
Food-Related Events & Activities
- Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
- 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 – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
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%!
- Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a featured exhibit about hockey.
- 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.)
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
Saturday, January 24, 2026
- Sinners & Sweets 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.)
Shows & Entertainment
- PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
- The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Today’s shows are Theatresports and New Year, New Me.
- Metro Theatre – the local theatre company performs their show Barefoot in the Park by Neil Diamond today.
- Jim Byrnes with First Impressions Theatre – the famous Canadian musician and actor performs at Deep Cove Shaw Theatre in North Vancouver.
- Tchaikovsky & Rachmaninoff – a Vancouver Symphony Orchestra concert with Joyce Yang at the Centennial Theatre in North Vancouver.
Food-Related Events
- Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
- 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.
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.
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum in Vancouver’s Chinatown with historical and cultural information about Chinese Canadians.
- Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a featured exhibit about hockey.
Other Featured Attractions & Activities
- Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – a touring attraction that’s set up in Stanley Park.
- 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.)
- Flyover at Canada Place – the films Awaken Canada and Legendary Iceland show at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver.
- Haunting of Vancouver Film Tour – a walking tour where you’ll learn about ghost stories, history and iconic horror film productions in downtown Vancouver.
- 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.
- Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Nat Bailey Stadium at 4601 Ontario Street.
- 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.)
Sunday, January 25, 2026
- Robbie Burns Day – a day to celebrate the birth of Scotland’s poet laureate.
- Vancouver Chilly Chase – Try Events-hosted 5K, 10K and half marathon running races around False Creek.
- Killer Birthday Dinner Theatre – a comedy theatre whodunit drag show with Vancouver Mysteries in Gastown.
- PuSh Festival – performing arts shows take place at various venues around Vancouver.
- Discovery Day – a free family-friendly event hosted by the Association for Mineral Exploration at Canada Place.
- Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the team plays against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Rogers Arena.
- 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.
- Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
- 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 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
- Metro Theatre – the local theatre company performs their show Barefoot in the Park by Neil Diamond today.
- Flyover at Canada Place – the films Awaken Canada and Legendary Iceland show at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver.
- PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
Food-Related Events
- Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
- 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!)
- 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.
- Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – a touring attraction that’s set up in Stanley Park.
- Britannia Mine Museum – formerly the largest copper mine in the British Empire.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a featured exhibit about hockey.
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum in Vancouver’s Chinatown with historical and cultural information about Chinese Canadians.
- 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 26th to 31st
Monday, January 26, 2026
- 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.
- Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
- Robson Square Ice Skating – free at the corner of Robson and Howe in downtown Vancouver.
- Skating at the Shipyards – free 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 films Awaken Canada and Legendary Iceland show at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver.
- Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests. (Minimum spend requirements apply.)
- 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).
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
- PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
- Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the team plays against the San Jose Sharks at Rogers Arena.
- 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 – The Golden Anniversaries shows on the Granville Island Stage tonight.
- The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Today features The Heat Showcase.
- Skating at the Shipyards – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
- 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.)
- 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!)
- Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
Food-Related Events
- Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
- 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 and a featured exhibit about hockey.
- Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
- Flyover at Canada Place – the films Awaken Canada and Legendary Iceland show at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown 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%.)
- Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
- Sinners & Sweets Tour – a walking tour that includes tasty treats in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
- PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
- The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
Food and Drink-Related Events
- Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
- 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%!
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a featured exhibit about hockey.
- Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
- 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 films Awaken Canada and Legendary Iceland show at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver.
- 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 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%.)
- 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. Today features The Heat Showcase.
Thursday, January 29, 2026
- PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
- Killer Birthday Dinner Theatre – a comedy theatre whodunit drag show with Vancouver Mysteries in Gastown.
- Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the team plays against the Anaheim Ducks at Rogers Arena.
- Flyover at Canada Place – the films Awaken Canada and Legendary Iceland show at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver.
- 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.
- Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – a touring attraction that’s set up in Stanley Park.
- Metro Theatre – the local theatre company performs their show Barefoot in the Park by Neil Diamond today.
- Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
- 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 – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons 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. (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%.)
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!)
- Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
- The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Today features The Heat Showcase.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a featured exhibit about hockey.
- 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, January 30, 2026
- Love Lights at Cap Bridge – first day of the season for the special Valentine’s Day-themed decorations and lights at night at Capilano Suspension Bridge.
- West of Main Gallery Exhibition – a fundraising art exhibition at Vancouver’s Visual Space Gallery for Artists in Our Midst which is the organization behind the West of Main Art Walk in May.
- Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – a touring attraction that’s set up in Stanley Park.
Theatre & Performing Arts Shows
- PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
- Metro Theatre – the local theatre company performs their show Barefoot in the Park by Neil Diamond 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.)
- Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
- 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 and a featured exhibit about hockey.
- The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Today features The Heat Showcase.
- Flyover at Canada Place – the films Awaken Canada and Legendary Iceland show at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver.
- 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
- Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
- 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 – free ice skating at the giant outdoor covered rink at Shipyard Commons in North Vancouver.
Saturday, January 31, 2026
- West of Main Gallery Exhibition – a fundraising art exhibition at Vancouver’s Visual Space Gallery for Artists in Our Midst which is the organization behind the West of Main Art Walk in May. Today features the Opening Reception.
- Vancouver Canucks Hockey – the team plays against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Rogers Arena.
- Sinners & Sweets Tour – a walking tour that includes tasty treats in downtown Vancouver with Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours.
- Vancouver Giants Hockey – the Giants play against Kelowna at the Langley Events Centre.
- 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.)
- Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – a touring attraction that’s set up in Stanley Park.
Food-Related Events
- Dine Out Vancouver Festival – special deals at hundreds of local restaurants. To learn more, also check out the following articles:
Shows & Entertainment
- PuSh Festival – an international performing arts festival with shows at various venues.
- The Improv Centre – live improvisational theatre at Granville Island. Today features The Heat Showcase.
- Metro Theatre – the local theatre company performs their show Barefoot in the Park by Neil Diamond today.
- 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.
- Chinese Canadian Museum – a museum in Vancouver’s Chinatown with historical and cultural information about Chinese Canadians.
- Fort Langley National Historic Site – where you can learn about early BC history.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a featured exhibit about hockey.
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.
- Haunting of Vancouver Film Tour – a walking tour where you’ll learn about ghost stories, history and iconic horror film productions in downtown Vancouver.
- Flyover at Canada Place – the films Awaken Canada and Legendary Iceland show at the multi-dimensional theatre in downtown Vancouver.
- 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.
- Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Nat Bailey Stadium at 4601 Ontario Street.
- Lights at Lafarge – light displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake.
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Other 2026 January Events
The following events likely also take place in January 2026 (with some details to be confirmed).
- Broadway Across Canada – the Moulin Rouge! musical shows at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. (January 20 to 25, 2026)
- Vancouver Motorcycle Show – a motorbike trade show at Tradex in Abbotsford. (January 16 to 18, 2026)
- Engaged Vancouver – a wedding show/bridal fair at the Pipe Shop at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. (January 25, 2026)
- Chilliwack Home, Leisure & Outdoor Living Expo – a tradeshow at Chilliwack Heritage Park. (January 16-18, 2026)
- Pacific Agriculture Show – a farm equipment trade show at Tradex in Abbotsford. (January 22-24, 2026)
- Fraser Valley Home & Garden Expo – a tradeshow at the TRADEX Centre in Abbotsford. (January 30 to February 1, 2026)
- The Wellness Show – a health and fitness trade show at the Vancouver Convention Centre. (January 31 & February 1, 2026)
- Whistler Pride and Ski Festival – an LGBTQ-themed event at Whistler-Blackcomb. (January 25 to February 1, 2026).
- Whisky Global – a whisky-tasting event at the Paradox Hotel Vancouver at 1161 West Georgia Street. (January 23 & 24, 2026)
- 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!
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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To see what’s happening next month, click February Calendar.
