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NOVEMBER Events in Vancouver in 2025

November in Vancouver

Vancouver’s 2025 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

 

2025 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.)

 

United Voices Choir Durufle Concert

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Week of November 20th to 23rd

November 20-23 | November 24-30


 

Eagles Take it to the Limit Concert

 

Thursday, November 20, 2025

  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
  • Metro TheatreMiss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley shows at the theatre in South Vancouver.
  • Dance in Vancouver – a series of dance performances and other events at the Scotiabank Dance Centre in downtown Vancouver. Today features Flamenco Rosario.
  • Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
  • Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week – a showcase of Indigenous designers and models from across the country.
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features ‘Tis The Sitcom.
  • Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Festival – beer-themed events showcasing local breweries take place at various venues in North Vancouver. Today’s event is at Beere Brewing.
  • First Impressions TheatreGunmetal Blues shows at Deep Cove Theatre in North Vancouver.
  • Santa Experience at the Met – Mr. Claus is at Burnaby’s Metropolis at Metrotown in his traditional red and white suit for photos.

 

Gun Metal Blues

 

Featured Museums & Historic Sites

  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission. It also has a new, family-friendly, interactive hockey exhibit.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
  • 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 – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25% on admission!)
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).

 

Miss Bennet at Metro Theatre

 

Other Featured Attractions & Activities

Christmas Attractions

  • Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. Today features Trivia Night.
  • Christmas Glow – a winter holiday attraction with festive illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Soar With Santa – the Christmas-themed multi-dimensional flying film takes place at Flyover in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Buy the Family Experience package online and kids ages 13 and under can ride free today.)

 

Vancity Foodie Fest

Merry and Bright

FlyOver at Canada Place

Vancouver Christmas Market

 

Friday, November 21, 2025

  • Vancity Foodie Fest  – a special holiday market that includes artisan vendors, food and drinks.
  • Tree Decorating Class – learn tips on how to do up your tree by a designer at Glenda’s Christmas Cottage in Abbotsford.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
  • Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week – a showcase of Indigenous designers and models from across the country.
  • ExpoPlaza 2025: The Future of Workforce – an international forum connecting entrepreneurs, leaders and innovators from Canada and Latin America at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests.
  • Santa Experience at the Met – Mr. Claus is at Burnaby’s Metropolis at Metrotown in his traditional red and white suit for photos.

 

The Improv Centre

 

Shows & Entertainment

  • Take it to the Limit – an Eagles tribute concert takes place at the Bell Performing Arts Centre in Surrey.
  • United Voices Choir Concert – the auditioned singers have their Duruflé Requiem concert at Pacific Spirit United Church in Vancouver.
  • Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre.
  • Metro TheatreMiss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley shows at the theatre in South Vancouver.
  • First Impressions TheatreGunmetal Blues shows at Deep Cove Theatre in North Vancouver.

Featured Museums & Historic Sites

  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25% on admission!)
  • BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
  • 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).
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission. It also has a new, family-friendly, interactive hockey exhibit.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).

 

Britannia Mine

 

Other Featured Attractions & Activities

 

Haunting of Vancouver Film Tour

 

Christmas Attractions

  • Merry & Bright at Martini Town – today is the first day of the season for the Christmas attraction with holiday decorations and live entertainment at a movie studio in Langley.
  • Bear Creek Park Light Festival – lights and illuminations on display in the evening at Bear Creek Park in Surrey.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
  • Christmas Glow – a winter holiday attraction with festive illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. Today features Santa and karaoke.
  • Soar With Santa – the Christmas-themed multi-dimensional flying film takes place at Flyover in downtown Vancouver.

 

Miss Bennet at Metro Theatre

Rainy Day Activities

Vancouver Christmas Market

Santa in the Country at Glenda's Christmas Cottage

 

Saturday, November 22, 2025

  • Santa in the Country – a free, family-friendly event at Glenda’s Christmas Cottage in Abbotsford with Santa, the Grinch and fun activities.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
  • Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Nat Bailey Stadium at 4601 Ontario Street.
  • Winter Jubilee – a free Christmas-themed event in downtown Abbotsford with market vendors, Santa, live music and more.
  • Santa Experience at the Met – Mr. Claus is at Burnaby’s Metropolis at Metrotown in his traditional red and white suit for photos.
  • Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week – a showcase of Indigenous designers and models from across the country.

Show, Concerts & Theatre

 

Christmas Craft Fairs

 

Christmas Activities

  • WinterFest at MOS – the Cloverdale Christmas Tree Festival and free family-friendly activities happen at the Museum of Surrey.
  • Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs. Today is opening night with special activities.
  • Surrey Tree Lighting Festival – live entertainment, a holiday market, crafts and other activities at the Plaza at City Hall.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – European-themed market vendors, carousel and food stalls at Jack Poole Plaza. Today features cookie decorating and storytelling with Santa.
  • Christmas Glow – a winter holiday attraction with festive illuminations and music in Langley.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village – Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Soar With Santa – the Christmas-themed multi-dimensional flying film takes place at Flyover in downtown Vancouver.
  • Merry & Bright at Martini Town – a Christmas attraction with holiday decorations and live entertainment at a movie studio in Langley.
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today’s shows are ‘Tis The Sitcom and Theatresports.

 

Zero Latency VR

 

Sightseeing Tours & Featured Museums

  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • Haunting of Vancouver Film Tour – a walking tour where you’ll learn about ghost stories, history and iconic horror film productions in downtown Vancouver.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25% on admission!)
  • BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
  • 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).
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission. It also has a new, family-friendly, interactive hockey exhibit.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).

 

Free Events in November

 

Other Featured Attractions

  • WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: They have a special offer currently where you can get a discount equal to your age. E.g., If you are 25 years old, you can save 25% on all activities!)
  • Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – a touring attraction that’s set up in Stanley Park.
  • The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery 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 to save 10%.)
  • Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests.

 

Vancouver Christmas Market

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Holiday History Tour with Forbidden Vancouver

Vancouver Mysteries

 

Sunday, November 23, 2025

Christmas Activities

  • Merry & Bright at Martini Town – a Christmas attraction with holiday decorations and live entertainment at a movie studio in Langley.
  • Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. Today features storytelling with Santa in the afternoon. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
  • Surrey Tree Lighting Festival – live entertainment, a holiday market, crafts and other activities at the Plaza at City Hall.
  • WinterFest at MOS – the Cloverdale Christmas Tree Festival and free family-friendly activities happen at the Museum of Surrey.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village – Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Soar With Santa – the Christmas-themed multi-dimensional flying film takes place at Flyover in downtown Vancouver.
  • Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.

 

Best Christmas Activities

 

Sunday Markets

Featured Museums & Historic Sites

  • BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
  • 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 Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25% on admission!)
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission. It also has a new, family-friendly, interactive hockey exhibit.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).

Other 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.)
  • Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: They have a special offer currently where you can get a discount equal to your age. E.g., If you are 25 years old, you can save 25% on all activities!)
  • The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.

 

Museum of Surrey Hockey Exhibit

Improv Centre

Capilano Suspension Bridge

 


Week of November 24th to 30th

November 20-23 | November 24-30


 

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Monday, November 24, 2025

  • Black Friday Week – shopping deals all over the Lower Mainland.
  • 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 multi-dimensional film about Canada shows in downtown Vancouver. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa. (TIP: Buy the Family Experience package online and kids ages 13 and under can ride free today.)
  • Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.

Ongoing Christmas Attractions

  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
  • Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. Tonight features speed dating as well. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
  • Santa Experience at the Met – West Coast Santa is at Burnaby’s Metropolis at Metrotown for photos today in his plaid jacket and more-casual-than usual local look.

 

Vancouver Christmas Market

Westin Bayshore Hotel Vancouver

VanDusen Garden Festival of Lights

Noel Holiday Lights Festival

 

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

  • Black Friday Week – shopping deals all over the Lower Mainland.
  • BC Achievement Award Ceremony – an award ceremony for recipients of the Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design at the Roundhouse Community Centre in Yaletown.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25% on admission!)
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today features Choose-Day.
  • Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
  • Flyover at Canada Place – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows in downtown Vancouver. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa. (TIP: Buy the Family Experience package online and kids ages 13 and under can ride free today.)
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
  • The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.

Featured Museums & Historic Sites

  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a new special hockey exhibit. The venue is also decorated with Christmas trees as part of WinterFest at MOS.

Ongoing Christmas Activities

  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. Today features date night, Santa and a painting workshop. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
  • Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village – Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Santa Experience at the Met – West Coast Santa is at Burnaby’s Metropolis at Metrotown for photos today in his plaid jacket and more-casual-than usual local look.
  • Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.

 

Kids Ride Free at FlyOver

Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours

Martini Town Merry & Bright

Capilano Suspension Bridge

 

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Christmas Events & Attractions

  • Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge – Christmas light displays at the world-famous bridge. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
  • Merry & Bright at Martini Town – a Christmas attraction with holiday decorations and live entertainment at a movie studio in Langley.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. Seniors get 2-for-1 admission today. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
  • Lights by the Lake – Christmas light displays at Harrison Hot Springs.
  • Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village – Christmas lights and decorations at the outdoor museum in Burnaby.
  • Soar With Santa – the Christmas-themed multi-dimensional flying film takes place at Flyover in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Buy the Family Experience package online and kids ages 13 and under can ride free today.)
  • Christmas Tree Sales – various charities and farms are selling Christmas trees around the Lower Mainland.

Featured Museums & Historic Sites

  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a new special hockey exhibit. The venue is also decorated with Christmas trees as part of WinterFest at MOS.
  • BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25% on admission!)

 

Improv Centre

Top December Things to Do

Britannia Mine

 

Thursday, November 27, 2025

Shows & Entertainment

  • Flyover at Canada Place – the multi-dimensional film about Canada shows in downtown Vancouver. Also playing at the theatre for a limited time is Soar With Santa. (TIP: Buy the Family Experience package online and kids ages 13 and under can ride free today.)
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today’s show is Blockbuster.
  • Metro TheatreMiss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley shows at the theatre in South Vancouver.

Christmas Attractions

Featured Museums & Historic Sites

  • BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
  • Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a new special hockey exhibit. The venue is also decorated with Christmas trees as part of WinterFest at MOS.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25% on admission!)

 

Gun Metal Blues

Merry and Bright

Murder is a Drag

 

Friday, November 28, 2025

Shows, Concerts & Theatre

  • Murder is a Drag – a Wake the Dead theatre show with actors in drag takes place at the Woodwards Building near Gastown.
  • Metro TheatreMiss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley shows at the theatre in South Vancouver.
  • Presentation House Theatre – today’s show at the theatre in North Vancouver is Baking Time. It’s intended for kids and their families.
  • First Impressions TheatreGunmetal Blues shows at Deep Cove Theatre in North Vancouver.
  • Dance in Vancouver – a series of dance performances and other events at the Scotiabank Dance Centre in downtown Vancouver. Today features Eric Cheung.

Holiday Markets

  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. Today features Santa and karaoke. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
  • Shipyards Christmas Market – a European-themed Christmas market with live music and free admission.
  • Wesbrook Village Holiday Market – a free Christmas attraction with holiday lights and market vendors at UBC.

Other Christmas Attractions

 

Christmas at Greendale Acres

 

Featured Attractions & Activities

  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25% on admission!)
  • The Legend of the Gastown Gold – an indoor detective game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver.
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today’s shows are ‘Tis The Sitcom and Theatresports.
  • Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a new special hockey exhibit. The venue is also decorated with Christmas trees as part of WinterFest at MOS.
  • 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).

 

Museum of Surrey Hockey Exhibit

Noel Holiday Lights Festival

Vancouver Christmas Market

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Saturday, November 29, 2025

  • Christmas in the Square – a free event with market vendors, live entertainment, food trucks and more in Port Coquitlam.
  • Dundarave Festival of Lights – today marks the first day of the season for the Christmas tree displays at the waterfront in West Vancouver. To celebrate there is live entertainment as part of the Dundarave Christmas Fair.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
  • Spirit of the Season Celebration – a family-friendly Christmas event in North Vancouver’s Shipyard’s District.
  • Metro TheatreMiss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley shows at the theatre in South Vancouver.
  • Dance in Vancouver – a series of dance performances and other events at the Scotiabank Dance Centre in downtown Vancouver. Today features Eric Cheung.
  • First Impressions TheatreGunmetal Blues shows at Deep Cove Theatre in North Vancouver.
  • Presentation House Theatre – today’s show at the theatre in North Vancouver is Baking Time. It’s intended for kids and their families.
  • Riley Park Farmers Market – at Vancouver’s Nat Bailey Stadium at 4601 Ontario Street.
  • Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – a touring attraction that’s set up in Stanley Park.
  • Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Much of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist. Halloween might be over, but not Hauntvember! (TBC)

Walking & Sightseeing Tours

Winter Holiday Markets

Christmas Activities

Featured Attractions & Activities

  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25% on admission!)
  • Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests.
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a new special hockey exhibit. The venue is also decorated with Christmas trees as part of WinterFest at MOS.
  • Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
  • The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre at Granville Island. Today’s shows are ‘Tis The Sitcom and Theatresports.
  • 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: They have a special offer currently where you can get a discount equal to your age. E.g., If you are 25 years old, you’ll save 25% on all activities!)
  • The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.

 

2025 Vancouver Half Marathon

Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours

Place des Arts

Vancouver Welsh Men's Choir Christmas Concerts

 

Sunday, November 30, 2025

  • Vancouver Historic Half – Try Events-hosted 5K, 10K and half marathon races around Stanley Park’s seawall and elsewhere in the city.
  • Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir – the popular choir hosts a concert today at White Rock Baptist Church in South Surrey.
  • Family Day at PdA – a free event at Coquitlam’s Place des Arts Centre with family-friendly activities, art exhibitions and more.
  • Presentation House Theatre – today’s show at the theatre in North Vancouver is Baking Time. It’s intended for kids and their families.
  • Vancouver Christmas Market – a festive, world-famous, German-themed attraction with market vendors, carousel rides, food stalls and live entertainment at Jack Poole Plaza. (TIP: Use the promo code VBP10 to save 10% on general admission, although not on $6.99 tickets which are already discounted.)
  • Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – a touring attraction that’s set up in Stanley Park.

Christmas Activities

Sunday Markets

Featured Museums & Historic Sites

  • Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25% on admission!)
  • Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
  • Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission and a new special hockey exhibit. The venue is also decorated with Christmas trees as part of WinterFest at MOS.
  • BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
  • 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).

Featured Attractions & Activities

  • Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Much of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist. Halloween might be over, but not Hauntvember! (TBC)
  • Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
  • Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP10.)
  • Winterlust – domed dining at the H Tasting Lounge at the Westin Bayshore Hotel for parties of 1 to 6 guests.
  • Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Holiday History & Hot Chocolate Tour.
  • The Case of the Hotel Detective – a murder-mystery game that’s played at a hotel in downtown Vancouver near Gastown.
  • WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: They have a special offer currently where you can get a discount equal to your age. E.g., If you are 25 years old, you’ll save 25% on all activities!)

 

VanDusen Garden Festival of Lights

Vancouver Maritime Museum

Chinese Canadian Museum

 

Other November Events in 2025

Below are events that may or may not also be happening in November 2025.

 

Shows and Entertainment

 

Festivals and Events

  • Eastside Culture Crawl – an art festival featuring the works of hundreds of artists at multiple venues in Vancouver. (November 20 to 23, 2025)
  • 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). (November 27 to 30, 2025)

 

Lower Mainland Christmas-Themed Events

  • McArthurGlen Annual Tree Lighting – live entertainment at the outlet mall in Richmond. (TBC)
  • 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. (November 29, 2025)
  • Highstreet’s Tree Lighting & Holiday Show – a Christmas event at Abbotsford’s Highstreet Shopping Centre at 3122 Mt. Lehman Road. (TBC)
  • Light Up the Village – Christmas decorations, Santa Claus, and family-friendly activities at West Vancouver’s Park Royal Mall. (TBC)
  • Squamish Holiday Parade – a Christmas parade along Cleveland Avenue in Squamish. (TBC)
  • Peak of Christmas – the season of Christmas celebrations at Grouse Mountain begins in late November. (November 21 to December 24, 2025)

 

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 22, 2025)
  • Got Craft Holiday Market – usually at the Croatian Cultural Centre at 3250 Commercial Drive in Vancouver. (On the weekends of November 22-23 and November 29-30 in 2025.)
  • Vancouver Japan Market – a Japanese-themed Christmas market at Robson Square. (November 29 & 30, 2025)

 

Other Lower Mainland Markets

 

Other General Events

  • West Coast Women’s Show – a trade show at the Tradex building in Abbotsford. (November 21 to 23, 2025)
  • Roedde House – admission to the historic museum in Vancouver’s West End is by donation on the last Friday of the month. (TBC)
  • Day Sail on a Warship – women & girls (ages 12+) are invited to test drive an active duty warship with the Royal Canadian Navy. (TBC)
  • Disney On IceLet’s Dance takes place with Disney characters at the Pacific Coliseum. (November 26 to 30, 2025)

 

Top Things to Do in November

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

 

Vancouver November Weather

Rainy Day Activities IconRain, 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 probably the gloomiest month in Vancouver in a typical year, 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). On really cloudy days, 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.

 

Other Information

Click Festivals & Events for a listing of the best festivals and events.

Click Shows & Entertainment for the full year’s calendar of shows and performances taking place in the Lower Mainland.

To return to the top of the page, click November Calendar.

To see what’s happening next month, click December Calendar of Events.