Metro Vancouver events calendar for December 2016. Festivals, concerts, fun things to do, Christmas events, Christmas lights, Christmas ships, New Year's Eve parties, Vancouver, BC, Canada.

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Golden Panda International Short Film Festival. Forum

This is an annual celebration of global emerging filmmaking talents, the 4th Golden Panda International Short Film Festival (GPIFF)

Vancouver | Rosewood Hotel Georgia | 9:00 am to 4:00 pm | Film

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time - a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 9:30 am to 11:00 am | Kids

Fire Ball

Communities across BC are promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity and bringing awareness to the strengths and abilities of people with intellectual disabilities.

New Westminster | Community Art Space | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings

Join us for the new exhibition of H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

Corbin Union: Inversus Mundi

Miruna Dragan, Jason De Haan, Kris Lindskoog, Warren McLachlan, Karly Mortimer, Jeremy Pavka, Kylie B. Ward: Inversus Mundi

Vancouver | Unit/Pitt Projects | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Exhibition: callresponse

Artist: Christi Belcourt, Maria Hupfield, Ursula Johnson, Tania Willard, Laakkuluk Williamson-Bathory and their guest respondents: Isaac Murdoch, Esther Neff, IV Castellanos, Cheryl L’Hirondelle, Marcia Crosby, Tanya Tagaq

Vancouver | Grunt Gallery | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time – a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 12:45 am to 1:15 pm | Kids

Impossible Worlds

Award winning Vancouver Island based photographer Lisa Graham established Seadance Photography in 2009 and specializes in underwater portraits with an artistic flair.

New Westminster | The Plaskett Gallery | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel | 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Family | Free

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Christmas Market @ Lonsdale Quay

Do you hear what I hear? It’s time to Kick Off the Holiday Season at the Christmas Market at Lonsdale Quay!

North Vancouver | Lonsdale Quay Market | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Market | Free

Woodward's Community Singers 2016 Workshops

Everyone Deserves Music: Come Raise Your Voice With Us For A Dose Of Collective Joy!

Vancouver | PHS Woodward | 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm | Workshop | Free

Yule Duel

Yule Duel is a street carolling competition taking place on the streets of Gastown.

Vancouver | Gastown Business Improvement Society | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Music | Free

Kingswood Pub Wild Game Dinner & Rum Tasting

Come try meats from around the world, and meet people in the process! Grab a seat at our Long Table for a variety of wild game fixings.

Richmond | Kingswood Pub | 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Food / Wine

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

Open Mic Night

Green Leaf's bi-weekly Open Mic is back! Every 2 weeks, Green Leaf Brewing Co. host an Open Mic Night on Thursdays.

North Vancouver | Lonsdale Quay Market | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Food / Wine

Wang Duo: Calligrapher for the Ages

Join us for the opening of Leave Your Mark - Wang Duo: Calligrapher for the Ages.

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Visual Arts | Free

East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood

Recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, The Cultch recommends East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood for ages 5 and up.

Vancouver | York Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:10 pm | Family

Reel Causes: Last Men Standing

On World AIDS Day, Reel Causes is thrilled to partner with Positive Living BC to present the Vancouver Premiere of the poignant new documentary Last Men Standing.

Vancouver | Goldcorp Centre for the Arts | 7:00 pm to 8:20 pm | Film

VO: Hansel and Gretel

For VO’s new production, in an abridged version to appeal to younger audiences, the master artisans of Old Trout Puppet workshop have created an enchanting fairy-tale world of visual surprises.

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 7:30 pm to 9:50 pm | Opera

The Vancouver Welsh Men's Choir: Christmas concert #1 with Johnston Heights Secondary

We are kicking off our Christmas concert series at the White Rock Baptist Church

Surrey | White Rock Baptist Church | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

Winter Orchestral Festival: VAM Pre-Junior Strings & Junior Symphony

It’s a celebration! Five ensembles come together in a three-concert festival highlighting the breadth of VAM’s orchestral offerings.

Vancouver | Vancouver Academy of Music | 7:30 pm to 9:15 pm | Music | Free

Frank Townsley: Texture in Watercolour

Like painting in watercolour? Learn some techniques in this Thursday Artist Talk by Frank Townsley to add texture to your work.

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Lecture

Music of the Masters

“Papa” Haydn produced dozens of scores of works for String Quartet, while a very youthful Rossini penned a half dozen sonatas (eliminating the viola and adding bass).

Vancouver | VSO School Of Music | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Comedy

Pinocchio: The Panto

Join a cast of incredible characters in this family-friendly musical comedy!

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:45 pm | Family

CREEPS

Join Realwheels Theatre for an evening of savage wit and uncompromising truth-telling as they present CREEPS, the award-winning dark comedy by David E. Freeman that changed Canadian theatre forever.

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Theatre

Small Stage salon series volume 5

New works with a unique range of dancers and musicians who are experimenting with new ideas and forms of technology to inspire innovative work.

Vancouver | The Emerald | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

Holy Mo: a Christmas Show

Folly, Guff, and Buffoona are back! And this time, it’s Christmas.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:20 pm | Performing Arts

Studio 58/Langara College presents: Troilus And Cressida

Shakespeare’s most experimental drama receives a modern spin in Kevin Bennett’s interpretation of this part love story, part war drama where passion and violence are inextricably linked.

Vancouver | Studio 58 | 8:00 pm to 10:15 pm | Theatre

Seven Tyrants Theatre presents Topdog/Underdog

This landmark drama is a darkly comic fable of brotherly love and family identity. The play tells the story of Lincoln and Booth, two brothers whose names were given to them as a joke, foretelling a lifetime of sibling rivalry

Vancouver | Studio 1398 | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Winner of the TONY and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences with its effortless wit and humour

Vancouver | PAL Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Pray For NYX Release Party

Lazy Weekend presents "Pray For NYX Release Party" Featuring Mathias, The People Of The North West and MPH December 1st @ Studio Records

Vancouver | Studio Records | 8:15 pm to 11:30 pm | Music

M1 & DJ Mikeflo of Dead Prez

M1 & DJ Mike Flo return to Vancouver for their much awaited show at Fortune Sound featuring Sena Dagadu hailing from Hungary, Budapest. Her music style is a fusion of R&B, Soul and Afro beat.

Vancouver | Fortune Sound Club | 9:00 pm to 1:00 am | Music

Creative Mornings Vancouver December 2016

From the Vancouver Aquarium to Hudson Bay, from the Canadian Arctic to the St. Lawrence Estuary, researcher Valeria Vergara has listened to the communication sounds made by belugas in diverse environments.

Vancouver | SFU Woodward | 8:30 am to 10:00 am | Nature / Animals

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 11:00 pm | Family | Free

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Fire Ball

Communities across BC are promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity and bringing awareness to the strengths and abilities of people with intellectual disabilities.

New Westminster | Community Art Space | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 10:00 am to 11:00 pm | Family

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

VSO Tiny Tots: Holiday Hooray!

Hooray, hooray, we'll have fun in the snow today! Sing along to frosty favourites while you move-along with miniatures from “The Nutcracker,” “Babes in Toyland” and other sparkly holiday classics.

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 10:00 am to 10:45 am | Kids

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings

Join us for the new exhibition of H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson

Vancouver | The Waterfront Theatre | 11:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

VSO Tiny Tots: Holiday Hooray!

Hooray, hooray, we'll have fun in the snow today! Sing along to frosty favourites while you move-along with miniatures from “The Nutcracker,” “Babes in Toyland” and other sparkly holiday classics.

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 11:30 am to 12:15 am | Kids

Corbin Union: Inversus Mundi

Miruna Dragan, Jason De Haan, Kris Lindskoog, Warren McLachlan, Karly Mortimer, Jeremy Pavka, Kylie B. Ward: Inversus Mundi

Vancouver | Unit/Pitt Projects | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Exhibition: callresponse

Artist: Christi Belcourt, Maria Hupfield, Ursula Johnson, Tania Willard, Laakkuluk Williamson-Bathory and their guest respondents: Isaac Murdoch, Esther Neff, IV Castellanos, Cheryl L’Hirondelle, Marcia Crosby, Tanya Tagaq

Vancouver | Grunt Gallery | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time – a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 12:45 am to 1:15 pm | Kids

Impossible Worlds

Award winning Vancouver Island based photographer Lisa Graham established Seadance Photography in 2009 and specializes in underwater portraits with an artistic flair.

New Westminster | The Plaskett Gallery | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel | 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Family | Free

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Golden Panda International Short Film Festival

This is an annual celebration of global emerging filmmaking talents, the 4th Golden Panda International Short Film Festival (GPIFF) Awards Ceremony will be held this Dec. 2nd at Vancouver’s Queen Elizabeth Theatre

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Film

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

2016 Vancouver Christmas Tree Lighting

Kick off the holiday season at the 2016 Vancouver Christmas Tree Lighting - Presented by Amacon. Back for its 10th year, the Vancouver Christmas Tree Lighting takes place on Friday December 2nd at Robson Square

Vancouver | Robson Square | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Family | Free

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Live Music Friday

Enjoy live music and beer every Friday from 5pm to 8pm at Green Leaf Brewing Co.

North Vancouver | Lonsdale Quay Market | 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Music | Free

Holiday Decorating/Gingerbread House Making at Creekside

Enjoy making crafts, ornaments, decorating a gingerbread house to take home, holiday songs, movies, and hot chocolate! Pre-Registration is Required

Vancouver | Creekside Community Recreation Centre | 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm | Family

A Pitt Meadows Christmas

Join the community celebration! A free family fun event including Santa's arrival, tree lighting, entertainment, food and ice sculpture.

Pitt Meadows | Spirit Square | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Family | Free

Snowmen & Snowflakes at Willingdon

Children get ready for the winter holidays by making some snowmen and snowflake themed crafts and cards.

Burnaby | Willingdon Community Centre | 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm | Kids

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

Sullivan Heights presents - Unleash The Syars

Unleash The Stars is Sullivan’s annual student talent showcase, featuring solo and collaborative vocal, instrumental, dance and dramatic works from our diverse performing artists.

Surrey | Bell Performing Arts Centre | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Dance

Royal City Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker

Experience the magic of The Nutcracker this holiday season with RCYB’s full length ballet, featuring a cast of 100+ dedicated and enthusiastic dancers, under the artistic direction of Dolores Kirkwood, OBC.

Burnaby | Michael J. Fox Theatre | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Dance

East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood

Recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, The Cultch recommends East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood for ages 5 and up.

Vancouver | York Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:10 pm | Family

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time - a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Kids

Merchandise with guests Gun Outfit

Exit the void for 44 minutes and step into a dream. The fifth Merchandise record is called A Corpse Wired for Sound.

Vancouver | Fortune Sound Club | 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Music

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson

Vancouver | The Waterfront Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Kids

The Cave Singers

Cave Singers with guests. The Cave Singers is an American band from Seattle, Washington.

Vancouver | The Biltmore Cabaret | 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

Carol Ships 'Parade of Lights'. Inner Harbour; Parade Night. - Inner harbour Circle tour

Providing a traditional carol ship... Carol Ships Parade of Lights is a community event that has become one of the premier attractions during the December holiday season

Vancouver | Inner Harbour | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

Here, There & Everywhere

Prepare to be inspired!

Chilliwack | HUB International Theatre | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Film

Pinocchio: The Panto

Join a cast of incredible characters in this family-friendly musical comedy!

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:45 pm | Family

Erik Gman and Strathcona, Lou Danger & The Thrills, Whiskey Raven

Live Acts Canada Presents Erik Gman with special guests Strathcona, Lou Danger & The Trills and Whiskey Raven, December 2nd aty Studion Records

Vancouver | Studio Records | 8:00 pm to 11:30 pm | Music

CREEPS

Join Realwheels Theatre for an evening of savage wit and uncompromising truth-telling as they present CREEPS, the award-winning dark comedy by David E. Freeman that changed Canadian theatre forever.

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Theatre

Holy Mo: a Christmas Show

Folly, Guff, and Buffoona are back! And this time, it’s Christmas.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:20 pm | Performing Arts

Free Youth Swim

First Friday of each month from 8-10pm is a Free Swim time for youth (11-18 yrs).

Vancouver | Britannia Community Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Kids | Free

Amy Schumer

Fresh off her live announcement on Thursday night to a sold out Madison Square Garden crowd, Amy Schumer will be embarking on a 50+ city world tour.

Vancouver | Rogers Arena | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Comedy

Studio 58/Langara College presents: Troilus And Cressida

Shakespeare’s most experimental drama receives a modern spin in Kevin Bennett’s interpretation of this part love story, part war drama where passion and violence are inextricably linked.

Vancouver | Studio 58 | 8:00 pm to 10:15 pm | Theatre

Pandora's Vox and Espiritu Presents: Only Joy Aloud!

A dazzling array of song and dance to warm the heart and lift the spirit

West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre Grosvenor Theare | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Seven Tyrants Theatre presents Topdog/Underdog

This landmark drama is a darkly comic fable of brotherly love and family identity. The play tells the story of Lincoln and Booth, two brothers whose names were given to them as a joke, foretelling a lifetime of sibling rivalry

Vancouver | Studio 1398 | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Winner of the TONY and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences with its effortless wit and humour

Vancouver | PAL Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Uncle Wigglys Hot Shoes Blue Band

Uncle Wiggly's Tribute to the Blues Songs of Christmas

New Westminster | The Columbia Theatre | 8:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Ekali #StereotypeFridays

Vancouver’s very own and #FVDED2016 alumni Ekali makes his highly anticipated return to Celebrities Nightclub for a special edition of Stereotype Fridays on December 2nd!

Vancouver | Celebrities Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Don Diablo Hexagon North America

Don Pepijn Schipper, better known as Don Diablo, is a Dutch DJ and producer of electronic dance music. He is known for his eclectic style of production and vocalizing in most of his songs.

Vancouver | Harbour Event Centre | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Cagematch: Ultimate Comedy Showdown by Instant Theatre

Cagematch pits the fiercest and most hilarious improvisers against each other to determine who has the best improv in the city

Vancouver | Havana Theatre | 10:30 pm to 11:30 pm | Comedy

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 11:00 pm | Family | Free

Sandra Sammartino - Two Day Head and Shoulder Stand Workshop

Yoga with Sandra at Karma Teachers

Vancouver | Karma Teachers | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Breakfast with Santa

Join us for some magical morning crafts, painting and of course breakfast and a visit from Santa Claus! $

Langley | Douglas Recreation Centre | 9:00 am to 11:00 am | Family

Breakfast with Santa: Fraser Heights Recreation Centre

Santa and Mrs Claus are coming to Surrey - and you're invited to enjoy a delicious breakfast with them!

Surrey | Fraser Heights Recreation Centre | 9:30 am to 11:00 am | Family

Etsy Vancouver Market: Winter 2016

The Etsy Vancouver Market features over 80 independent maerks in the gorgeous Pipe Shop Building in North Vancouver. Find some lovely local designers and artists from Vancouver!

North Vancouver | The Pipe Shop Building | 10:00 am to 8:00 pm | Market

Breakfast with Santa

Celebrate Christmas with breakfast, crafts, gifts and a visit with Santa.

Richmond | Cambie Community Centre | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Fire Ball

Communities across BC are promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity and bringing awareness to the strengths and abilities of people with intellectual disabilities.

New Westminster | Community Art Space | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Breakfast with Santa by West End Community Centre Association

Join us for a special breakfast, crafts, entertainment and best of all a visit from Santa himself

Vancouver | West End Community Centre | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Family

Pottery Sale at West Point Grey Community Centre

A collection of great Pottery items for sale by the Aberthau Potter's Club. Great gifts for the holiday season or even a little something for yourself

Vancouver | West Point Grey Community Centre | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Market

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 10:00 am to 11:00 pm | Family

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Kitsilano Winter Market

Live music, craft and gourmet food venors, free workshops on green initiatives, clothing pop-up shop, emerging artists corner.

Vancouver | Kits House | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Market

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings

Join us for the new exhibition of H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition

VSO Tiny Tots: Holiday Hooray!

Hooray, hooray, we’ll have fun in the snow today! Sing along to frosty favourites while you move-along with miniatures from “The Nutcracker,” “Babes in Toyland” and other sparkly holiday classics.Accompanied by a brass trio.

New Westminster | Anvil Centre Theatre | 10:00 am to 11:00 am | Kids

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson

Vancouver | The Waterfront Theatre | 11:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

VSO Tiny Tots: Holiday Hooray!

Hooray, hooray, we’ll have fun in the snow today! Sing along to frosty favourites while you move-along with miniatures from “The Nutcracker,” “Babes in Toyland” and other sparkly holiday classics.Accompanied by a brass trio.

New Westminster | Anvil Centre Theatre | 11:30 am to 12:30 am | Kids

Corbin Union: Inversus Mundi

Miruna Dragan, Jason De Haan, Kris Lindskoog, Warren McLachlan, Karly Mortimer, Jeremy Pavka, Kylie B. Ward: Inversus Mundi

Vancouver | Unit/Pitt Projects | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Heritage Christmas Weekends. Make a Christmas tree ornament

String popcorn and make a Christmas tree ornament to take home. On Saturday, join Rhayne & Friends to sing carols in the parlour

Surrey | Historic Stewart Farm | 12:00 am to 3:00 pm | Family | Free

Christmas Kickoff

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and Leigh Square offers a number of festive and artistic opportunities for the community this holiday season.

Port Coquitlam | Leigh Square | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family | Free

Exhibition: callresponse

Artist: Christi Belcourt, Maria Hupfield, Ursula Johnson, Tania Willard, Laakkuluk Williamson-Bathory and their guest respondents: Isaac Murdoch, Esther Neff, IV Castellanos, Cheryl L’Hirondelle, Marcia Crosby, Tanya Tagaq

Vancouver | Grunt Gallery | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Christmas in Kerrisdale

Christmas in Kerrisdale is celebrated every Saturday through the month of December.

Vancouver | Kerrisdale | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family | Free

Impossible Worlds

Award winning Vancouver Island based photographer Lisa Graham established Seadance Photography in 2009 and specializes in underwater portraits with an artistic flair.

New Westminster | The Plaskett Gallery | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time - a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm | Kids

Christmas in Leigh Square

Come celebrate the spirit of community and the start of the holidays with Leigh Square!

Port Coquitlam | Leigh Square Community Arts Village | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Family | Free

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum | 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Casual Saturdays Drop-in Workshop

Join our amazing faculty and cast members for the CASUAL SATURDAYS Drop-in workshop!

Vancouver | Instant Studios | 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm | Workshop

East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood

Recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, The Cultch recommends East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood for ages 5 and up.

Vancouver | York Theatre | 2:00 pm to 3:10 pm | Family

A Christmas Tradition

Crafts, entertainment and refreshments to kick off the holiday season.

Maple Ridge | The ACT Arts Centre | 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Family | Free

Pandora's Vox and Espiritu Presents: Only Joy Aloud!

A dazzling array of song and dance to warm the heart and lift the spirit

West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre for the Performing Arts | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Show

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson

Vancouver | The Waterfront Theatre | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Kids

Seven Tyrants Theatre presents Topdog/Underdog

This landmark drama is a darkly comic fable of brotherly love and family identity. The play tells the story of Lincoln and Booth, two brothers whose names were given to them as a joke, foretelling a lifetime of sibling rivalry

Vancouver | Studio 1398 | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Theatre

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Winner of the TONY and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences with its effortless wit and humour

Vancouver | PAL Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Show

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Comedy

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Musical

Pinocchio: The Panto

Join a cast of incredible characters in this family-friendly musical comedy!

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 2:30 pm to 4:45 pm | Family

British Columbia Boys Choir

Over it's near 50 year history, the choir has gained international acclaim representing Canada on many international tours performing a choral repertoire that spans the centuries, from sacred Gregorian chants to contemporary songs

North Vancouver | Centennial Theatre | 3:00 pm to 4:45 pm | Music

Studio 58/Langara College presents: Troilus And Cressida

Shakespeare’s most experimental drama receives a modern spin in Kevin Bennett’s interpretation of this part love story, part war drama where passion and violence are inextricably linked.

Vancouver | Studio 58 | 3:00 pm to 5:15 pm | Theatre

A Christmas Carol: DuffleBag Theatre

The classic tale of miser, Ebenezer Scrooge, gets the DuffleBag Theatre treatment: that means lots of laughs, improv, and audience participation.

Maple Ridge | The ACT Arts Centre | 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm | Family

Caged Beasts

“Caged Beasts” is inspired by real story which happened in Taiwan 1986. *Please note: this show is in Cantonese

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm | Theatre

Lighting of Fire Hall No. 5

Come and join Richmond Fire Rescue and the Hamilton Community Association for a festive afternoon of treats, crafts, tours and more.

Richmond | Fire Hall No. 5 | 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm | Family | Free

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time - a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Kids

Magic of Christmas Parade

The first Saturday in December is the official date for the City of Langley’s Annual Magic of Christmas Parade.

Langley | Downtown core of Langley City | 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Family | Free

Maple Ridge Christmas Festival Santa Parade

The Maple Ridge Christmas Festival and Parade is on the first Saturday of December every year.

Maple Ridge | Memorial Peace Park | 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Family | Free

Genre Workout by Instant Theatre

Explore the world of genre at Instant Theatre, with a new and different genre work out every month! Expand your skills and knowledge of tropes and forms as our instructors take you through a four hour workshop intensive

Vancouver | Instant Studios | 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Workshop

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

North Vancouver. The Shipyards Christmas Festival

Don’t miss the North Vancouver Christmas Festival in Shipbuilders’ Square from 5-8pm on December 3rd, 2016.

North Vancouver | Shipbuilders’ Square | 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Family | Free

Rotary Christmas Parade

Christmas magic fills the streets of downtown Chilliwack during the beloved annual Rotary Christmas Parade.

Chilliwack | downtown Chilliwack | 5:37 pm to 7:00 pm | Family | Free

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood

Recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, The Cultch recommends East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood for ages 5 and up.

Vancouver | York Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:10 pm | Family

Attlas Storyline Live Tour

Classically trained, Canadian-born dance music producer Attlas brings his Storyline Live Tour Saturday December 3rd for the early show.

Vancouver | Fortune Sound Club | 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Music

Hari Kondabolu with guest

Hari Kondabolu is a Brooklyn-based comic who the NY Times has called “one of the most exciting political comics in stand-up today.”

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Comedy

A Christmas Concert for Kenya

Join us for a night filled with beautiful Christmas music to benefit over 100 children cared for and educated at St. Elizabeth Children Centre in Kisumu, Kenya.

Surrey | Surrey City Hall | 7:00 pm to 8:45 pm | Music

VO: Hansel and Gretel

For VO’s new production, in an abridged version to appeal to younger audiences, the master artisans of Old Trout Puppet workshop have created an enchanting fairy-tale world of visual surprises.

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 7:30 pm to 9:50 pm | Opera

HOLD ON ...change is comin'!

City Soul Choir and Music Director, Brian Tate

Burnaby | Michael J. Fox Theatre | Music

Coastal City Ballet Presents: Fall for Ballet

With sold out shows last spring, Coastal City Ballet opens its 6th season with the mixed repertoire program Fall for Ballet on December 3rd at Chief Sepass Theatre at the Langley Fine Arts School in Fort Langley.

Langley | Langley Fine Arts School | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Dance

The Vancouver Welsh Men's Choir: Christmas concert #2 with Burnaby Central Secondary

Our second Christmas concert will be at St. Andrew's Wesley Church in Vancouver on Saturday, December 3rd, 2016 at 7:30 pm.

Vancouver | St Andrews Wesley United Church | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

Caged Beasts presented by Dramaonevan

“Caged Beasts” is inspired by real story which happened in Taiwan 1986. *Please note: this show is in Cantonese

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

Pandora's Vox and Espiritu Presents: Only Joy Aloud!

A dazzling array of song and dance to warm the heart and lift the spirit

West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre for the Performing Arts | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

City Soul Choir and Music Director, Brian Tate

The City Soul Choir is a secular Vancouver community choir led by music director Brian Tate.

Burnaby | Michael J. Fox Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Musical

VSO - The Music of Tchaikovsky and Bruch

A genuine star in the making, young violinist Simone Porter is a bold and virtuosic musician, a perfect match for the virtuosic, lyrical Bruch Violin Concerto.

Vancouver | Orpheum Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

John Lee Sanders Gospel and Blues Christmas Concert

“A Triple Threat, one of my musical heroes” Bonnie Raitt. Peninsula Productions is delighted to present the Sixth Annual John Lee Sanders Gospel & Blues Christmas Concert.

Surrey | White Rock Baptist Church | 8:00 pm to 9:45 pm | Music

UBC Symphony Orchestra

UBC Symphony Orchestra Presented by the UBC School of Music

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

CREEPS

Join Realwheels Theatre for an evening of savage wit and uncompromising truth-telling as they present CREEPS, the award-winning dark comedy by David E. Freeman that changed Canadian theatre forever.

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Theatre

A Choral Fiesta!

Capilano University Festival Chorus and Capilano University Singers

North Vancouver | Capilano University | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Aurora With Special Guest Foreign Air

Pop singer-songwriter from Norway, on tour to support her debut release “All My Demons Greeting Me As A Friend”.

Vancouver | The Vogue Theatre | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

Holy Mo: a Christmas Show

Folly, Guff, and Buffoona are back! And this time, it’s Christmas.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:20 pm | Performing Arts

Studio 58/Langara College presents: Troilus And Cressida

Shakespeare’s most experimental drama receives a modern spin in Kevin Bennett’s interpretation of this part love story, part war drama where passion and violence are inextricably linked.

Vancouver | Studio 58 | 8:00 pm to 10:15 pm | Theatre

Seven Tyrants Theatre presents Topdog/Underdog

This landmark drama is a darkly comic fable of brotherly love and family identity. The play tells the story of Lincoln and Booth, two brothers whose names were given to them as a joke, foretelling a lifetime of sibling rivalry

Vancouver | Studio 1398 | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Winner of the TONY and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences with its effortless wit and humour

Vancouver | PAL Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Googoosh Live in Concert

The most iconic female Iranian pop-singer Googoosh returns to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 8:30 pm to 11:50 pm | Music

Giraffage

Known for his dynamic soundscapes Giraffage makes his highly anticipated return to Celebrities Nightclub Saturday, December 3rd for 'The Bring Me Your Love Tour'!

Vancouver | Celebrities Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Deep Down Inside Saturdays

M.I.A. goes Deep Down Inside every Saturday in Gastown with world renown deejay & producer talent supported by a rotating roster of local Vancouver resident DDI selectors.

Vancouver | M.I.A. | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Off Key: The Improvised Musical

We bring the music. You bring the noise. Off Key performs original musicals based on audience suggestions.

Vancouver | Havana Theatre | 10:30 pm to 11:30 pm | Show

National Anthem Improv Comedy

They’ve won the Cagematch Tournament 2015, they’ve performed in festivals all over, including our very own Vancouver International Improv Festival.

Vancouver | Havana Theatre | 10:30 pm to 11:30 pm | Show

MEC Vancouver Race EIGHT: 5km / 10km / Half Marathon

MEC Vancouver Race EIGHT is the eighth and final event in our 2016 Race Series offering.

Richmond | Kozier Neighbourhood Park | 8:30 am to 11:30 am | Sports

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Sandra Sammartino - Two Day Head and Shoulder Stand Workshop

Yoga with Sandra at Karma Teachers

Vancouver | Karma Teachers | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Kids’ Christmas Bird Count 2016

Add some fun to your holiday season by spending half a day with us and participating in the tradition of the annual Christmas Bird Count.

Burnaby | Burnaby Lake Nature House | 9:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids | Free

Etsy Vancouver Market: Winter 2016

The Etsy Vancouver Market features over 80 independent maerks in the gorgeous Pipe Shop Building in North Vancouver. Find some lovely local designers and artists from Vancouver!

North Vancouver | The Pipe Shop Building | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Market

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

Improv Level 1A: Intro to Improvisation

Low pressure and high in fun, the Intro to Improvisation class is a great sampler for people curious about improv or a nice refresher to people who have been out of the improv world for a while.

Vancouver | Instant Studios | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Workshop

H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings

Join us for the new exhibition of H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

Holiday Open House 2016

Drop into the Nature House for Burnaby Lake Park Association’s Annual Holiday Open House.

Burnaby | Burnaby Lake Nature House | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Family | Free

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson

Vancouver | The Waterfront Theatre | 11:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Heritage Christmas Weekends. Make a Christmas tree ornament

String popcorn and make a Christmas tree ornament to take home. On Saturday, join Rhayne & Friends to sing carols in the parlour

Surrey | Historic Stewart Farm | 12:00 am to 3:00 pm | Family | Free

Skate with Santa. Newton Arena

Celebrate the Christmas season and visit an arena in Surrey for a skate with Santa!

Surrey | Newton Arena | 12:00 am to 1:30 pm | Family

The 13th Annual Rogers Santa Claus Parade

The Parade has more than 3,500 participants. This year’s Parade will feature more than 50 marching bands, choirs, festive floats, and community groups.

Vancouver | Downtown Vancouver | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Charity / Fundraising | Free

Royal City Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker

Experience the magic of The Nutcracker this holiday season with RCYB’s full length ballet, featuring a cast of 100+ dedicated and enthusiastic dancers, under the artistic direction of Dolores Kirkwood, OBC.

Maple Ridge | The ACT Arts Centre | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm | Dance

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time - a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm | Kids

Santa at the Cannery!

Santa returns to the Cannery! After sailing into Steveston public wharf at 1pm, Santa will lead his elves to the Cannery, where he will be available for photos. Don’t forget your camera!

Richmond | Steveston Public Wharf & Gulf of Georgia Cannery | 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Family

Holiday Cookie Class: Decorate & Bake by The Uncommon Cafe and Tartine & Maple Cuisine

This super fun interactive event is co-hosted with Lisa from the Uncommon cafe!

Vancouver | The Uncommon Café | 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Family

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum | 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Family Day for the Holidays: A Lantern Affair

Gather up family and friends and drop by Place des Arts and Mackin House for their free Family Day for the Holidays: A Lantern Affair.

Coquitlam | Place des Arts | 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm | Family | Free

Vancouver Bach Choir presents Christmas with the Bach Choir

Celebrate the holidays with this beloved annual concert, Christmas with the Bach Choir at the Orpheum

Vancouver | The Orpheum | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Music

East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood

Recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, The Cultch recommends East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood for ages 5 and up.

Vancouver | York Theatre | 2:00 pm to 3:10 pm | Family

CREEPS

Join Realwheels Theatre for an evening of savage wit and uncompromising truth-telling as they present CREEPS, the award-winning dark comedy by David E. Freeman that changed Canadian theatre forever.

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 2:00 pm to 3:15 pm | Theatre

Winter Orchestral Festival: Concertante & Camerata String Orchestras

It’s a celebration! Five ensembles come together in a three-concert festival highlighting the breadth of VAM’s orchestral offerings.

Vancouver | Vancouver Academy of Music | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Music | Free

Holy Mo: a Christmas Show

Folly, Guff, and Buffoona are back! And this time, it’s Christmas.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 2:00 pm to 3:20 pm | Performing Arts

"SALAAM MUMBAI" ("نمایش فيلم "سلام بمبئى) in North Vancouver

Double Bill Ticket ($20) available for 2 Movies (Salaam Mumbai @ 2:00 PM & Cyanide @ 5:00 PM) + 20% Discount at Haida Restaurant with the ticket

North Vancouver | Centennial Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Film

Music of the Masters

“Papa” Haydn produced dozens of scores of works for String Quartet, while a very youthful Rossini penned a half dozen sonatas (eliminating the viola and adding bass).

Vancouver | VSO School Of Music | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Music

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson

Vancouver | The Waterfront Theatre | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Kids

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Winner of the TONY and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences with its effortless wit and humour

Vancouver | PAL Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Show

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Comedy

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Musical

Trinity Western University Choirs: Christmas at the Chan Centre

Award-winning conductor Dr. Joel Tranquilla, Director of Choral Activities for Trinity Western University, brings together five choirs and full orchestra in an exquisite program featuring Christmas music from around the world.

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts | 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm | Music

The Vancouver Welsh Men's Choir: Christmas concert #3 with Winter Harp Ensemble

Our third Christmas concert will be at the Massey Theatre in New Westminster

New Westminster | Massey Theatre | 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm | Music

Pinocchio: The Panto

Join a cast of incredible characters in this family-friendly musical comedy!

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 2:30 pm to 4:45 pm | Family

Friends of Chamber Music: Takács String Quartet

A Vancouver favourite, the Takács String Quartet returns to the Playhouse for an afternoon of Beethoven

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Music

A Choral Fiesta!

Capilano University Festival Chorus and Capilano University Singers

North Vancouver | Capilano University | 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Music

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Be The Light: A Winter Concert by Aequitas Singers

Aequitas is a Surrey-based community social justice choir for adult singers. Through the motto of 'justice, equality, respect' we raise awareness of social justice based issues, and model solutions in our communities.

Surrey | Surrey City Hall | 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Music

Studio 58/Langara College presents: Troilus And Cressida

Shakespeare’s most experimental drama receives a modern spin in Kevin Bennett’s interpretation of this part love story, part war drama where passion and violence are inextricably linked.

Vancouver | Studio 58 | 3:00 pm to 5:15 pm | Theatre

The 18th Annual Animation Show of Shows

The Animation Show of Shows returns for its second year in theaters (and at the Rio!) with 12 charming family-friendly films.

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm | Show

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Royal City Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker

Experience the magic of The Nutcracker this holiday season with RCYB’s full length ballet, featuring a cast of 100+ dedicated and enthusiastic dancers, under the artistic direction of Dolores Kirkwood, OBC.

Maple Ridge | The ACT Arts Centre | 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Dance

Goodnight Moon & The Runaway Bunny

Adapted from Margaret Wise Brown, the 60-year- old classic, Goodnight Moon, is a celebration of familiar nighttime rituals, while The Runaway Bunny is a pretend tale of leaving home evokes reassuring responses from his loving mum.

West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre Grosvenor Theatre | 4:00 pm to 5:45 pm | Family

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Vancouver iranian film: Cyanide (سيانور) in North Vancouver

Screening "Cyanide" a Great Iranian Movie with English Subtitle

North Vancouver | Centennial Theatre | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Film

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Surrey’s Santa Parade of Lights

Join us at one of our popular 11th Annual Surrey Santa Parade. The parade consists of an amazing collection of lighted trucks and big rigs which start at the Cloverdale Town Centre and end up in Holland Park.

Surrey | Cloverdale Town Centre | 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Family | Free

Big Rigs for Kids Lighted Truck Parade

The Big Rigs for Kids Lighted Truck Parade is back this year for the 7th year in a row this December.

Surrey | Downtown Surrey | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Family

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

Westminster Savings Free Swim

Enjoy a free swim at Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex, courtesy of Westminster Savings.

Coquitlam | Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Sports | Free

Carol City light tour nights-Suggested tour routes. False Creek

Providing a traditional carol ship...Carol Ships Parade of Lights is a community event that has become one of the premier attractions during the December holiday season

Vancouver | False Creek | 7:10 pm to 9:20 pm | Show

Music Series. A Celtic Christmas - North Shore Celtic Ensemble

Spirited and Heartwarming. The North Shore Celtic Ensemble invites you to join them for a spirited and heartwarming Celtic Christmas in their very own West Coast Celtic style!

Chilliwack | HUB International Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:15 pm | Music

Streetfight Improv! by Instant Theatre

An Improv Comedy Battle Royal

Vancouver | Havana Theatre | 7:30 pm to 8:45 pm | Comedy

The Outer-Middle Zone: Improvised Twilight Zone Episodes! by Instant Theatre

Behind this dark curtain lies another dimension. A dimension of late night science fiction theatre inspired by The Twilight Zone and The Outer Limits.

Vancouver | Havana Theatre | 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Show

"SALAAM MUMBAI" ("نمایش فيلم "سلام بمبئى) in North Vancouver

Double Bill Ticket ($20) available for 2 Movies (Salaam Mumbai @ 7:30 PM & Cyanide @ 5:00 PM) + 20% Discount at Haida Restaurant with the ticket

North Vancouver | Centennial Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Film

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Musical

仙杜拉賈思樂 星輝燦爛慈善騷 Sandra & Louie Extravagant Charity Show

溫哥華大都會獅子會主辦 妙手仁心獅計劃10週年巨獻 仙杜拉賈思樂 星輝燦爛慈善騷 Vancouver Metropolitan Lions Club Lion's Project 'C' 10th Anniversary Sandra & Louie Extravagant Charity Show

Richmond | River Rock Show Theatre | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Show

Bone State and Rebellion Princess Kenny, Matthew St John, Angel Edwards, Josh St John

Live Acts Canada presents Acoustic Christmas @ Studio Records on Granville, featuring Bone State Rebellion, Princess Kenny, Matthew St John, Angel Edwards and Josh St John, Sunday December 4th

Vancouver | Studio Records | 8:15 pm to 11:30 pm | Music

Marc E. Bassy

Join the American Dream Life with Marc E. Bassy as he takes over Fortune Sound Club for his Groovy People Tour

Vancouver | Fortune Sound Club | 9:00 pm to 1:00 am | Music

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Rudolph's Playtime at Willingdon

Children make friends, sing seasonal songs and have fun creating festive crafts at this popular holiday themed playtime.

Burnaby | Willingdon Community Centre | 9:30 am to 11:30 am | Kids

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

EXchanges 9th Series 2016

Co.ERASGA is pleased to announce: EXCHANGES 2016 Training and Master Classes with Hiroaki Umeda

Vancouver | The Dance Centre | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Workshop

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel | 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Family | Free

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Christmas in Williams Park

The annual Christmas in Williams Park in Langley is a FREE family and community event. View the spectacular show of lights as you drive or walk through the park.

Langley | Williams Park | 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

FILM: Two Trains Runnin

Two Trains Runnin’ is a feature-length documentary directed by acclaimed filmmaker Sam Pollard, narrated by Common, and featuring the music of Gary Clark Jr.

West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre for the Performing Arts | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Film

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

Upside Downtown

Upsidedowntown is a 3-piece rock band from Edmonton, Canada.

Vancouver | The Roxy Cabaret | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

VSO - The Music of Tchaikovsky and Bruch

A genuine star in the making, young violinist Simone Porter is a bold and virtuosic musician, a perfect match for the virtuosic, lyrical Bruch Violin Concerto.

Surrey | Bell Performing Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

The Head and The Heart

The Head and The Heart with guests Smokey Brights

Vancouver | Orpheum Theatre | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time - a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 9:30 am to 11:00 am | Kids

Rudolph's Playtime at Willingdon

Children make friends, sing seasonal songs and have fun creating festive crafts at this popular holiday themed playtime.

Burnaby | Willingdon Community Centre | 9:30 am to 11:30 am | Kids

Life Program: A Supportive Cancer Care Workshop

Connect with others touched by cancer at Life Program, a supportive cancer care workshop

Surrey | Canadian Cancer Society Surrey | 10:00 am to 3:30 pm | Active Life / Health | Free

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings

Join us for the new exhibition of H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

Corbin Union: Inversus Mundi

Miruna Dragan, Jason De Haan, Kris Lindskoog, Warren McLachlan, Karly Mortimer, Jeremy Pavka, Kylie B. Ward: Inversus Mundi

Vancouver | Unit/Pitt Projects | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Exhibition: callresponse

Artist: Christi Belcourt, Maria Hupfield, Ursula Johnson, Tania Willard, Laakkuluk Williamson-Bathory and their guest respondents: Isaac Murdoch, Esther Neff, IV Castellanos, Cheryl L’Hirondelle, Marcia Crosby, Tanya Tagaq

Vancouver | Grunt Gallery | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

EXchanges 9th Series 2016

Co.ERASGA is pleased to announce: EXCHANGES 2016 Training and Master Classes with Hiroaki Umeda

Vancouver | The Dance Centre | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Workshop

MaccaBeatles: VTT’s Annual Hanukkah Concert

Vancouver Talmud Torah presents MaccaBeatles: VTT's Annual Hanukkah Concert

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts | 12:30 am to 2:00 pm | Music

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time – a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 12:45 am to 1:15 pm | Kids

Impossible Worlds

Award winning Vancouver Island based photographer Lisa Graham established Seadance Photography in 2009 and specializes in underwater portraits with an artistic flair.

New Westminster | The Plaskett Gallery | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel | 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Family | Free

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Christmas in Williams Park

The annual Christmas in Williams Park in Langley is a FREE family and community event. View the spectacular show of lights as you drive or walk through the park.

Langley | Williams Park | 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

6th Annual Violence Against Women Candlelight Vigil

Light a candle to remember women who have died and suffered from violence

Surrey | Holland Park | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Active Life / Health | Free

Innovate 2016

UBC Alumni, UBC Applied Science and UBC Medicine present Innovate 2016 five thought provoking speakers at the Playhouse

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

MaccaBeatles: VTT’s Annual Hanukkah Concert

Vancouver Talmud Torah presents MaccaBeatles: VTT's Annual Hanukkah Concert

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Porter Robinson & Madeon. Shelter Live Tour

"Shelter" is a song by American electronic music producer Porter Robinson and French electronic music producer Madeon.

Vancouver | The Vogue Theatre | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

The Dandy Warhols: Distortland Tour at Commodore Ballroom

The Dandy Warhols is an American rock band, formed in Portland, Oregon, in 1994 by singer-guitarist Courtney Taylor-Taylor and guitarist Peter Holmström.

Vancouver | Commodore Ballroom | 7:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Music

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Musical

The Vancouver Writers Fest Presents: Robbie Robertson

Robbie Robertson Vancouver Writers Fest - Testimony Book Tour

Vancouver | Christ Church Cathedral | 7:30 pm to 9:15 pm | Performing Arts

Vancouver Welsh Men's Choir: Sounds of Christmas

Join the celebrated Vancouver Welsh Men's Choir for their annual Christmas concert, with nearly eighty male voices singing in glorious four-part harmony

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 7:30 pm to 2:27 pm | Music

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Comedy

CREEPS

Join Realwheels Theatre for an evening of savage wit and uncompromising truth-telling as they present CREEPS, the award-winning dark comedy by David E. Freeman that changed Canadian theatre forever.

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Theatre

A Christmas Carol In Gay Apparel

An Original Comedy by the Leaping Thespians. Back by popular demand, this production is a beloved holiday tradition within the LGBTQ community, and is for anyone who loves a laugh.

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Comedy

The Fictional’s Hot Improv Tuesdays

The Fictionals Comedy Co. present award-winning improv comedy every Tuesday night at Cafe Deux Soleils

Vancouver | Cafe Deux Soleils | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Comedy

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Winner of the TONY and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences with its effortless wit and humour

Vancouver | PAL Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Wild Child with guests

Wild Child doesn’t want a place to hide. Song after song, town after town, they’ll wear their hearts on their sleeves, addicted to the rush that only comes when thousands of strangers know all your secrets and sing them back to you, because they’re their

Vancouver | The Biltmore Cabaret | 8:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Music

Port Coquitlam Ladies Night f/Playboyz - 50 Shades Darker

The Canadian Playboyz are Canada’s premier and most popular Revue. We are the only cross country touring Revue . We come through every province and look forward to having you at one of our events

Port Coquitlam | Cat & Fiddle Sports Bar & Restaurant | 9:00 pm to 11:30 pm | Show

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Rudolph's Playtime at Willingdon

Children make friends, sing seasonal songs and have fun creating festive crafts at this popular holiday themed playtime.

Burnaby | Willingdon Community Centre | 9:30 am to 11:30 am | Kids

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings

Join us for the new exhibition of H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

Corbin Union: Inversus Mundi

Miruna Dragan, Jason De Haan, Kris Lindskoog, Warren McLachlan, Karly Mortimer, Jeremy Pavka, Kylie B. Ward: Inversus Mundi

Vancouver | Unit/Pitt Projects | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Exhibition: callresponse

Artist: Christi Belcourt, Maria Hupfield, Ursula Johnson, Tania Willard, Laakkuluk Williamson-Bathory and their guest respondents: Isaac Murdoch, Esther Neff, IV Castellanos, Cheryl L’Hirondelle, Marcia Crosby, Tanya Tagaq

Vancouver | Grunt Gallery | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

EXchanges 9th Series 2016

Co.ERASGA is pleased to announce: EXCHANGES 2016 Training and Master Classes with Hiroaki Umeda

Vancouver | The Dance Centre | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Workshop

VO: Hansel and Gretel

For VO’s new production, in an abridged version to appeal to younger audiences, the master artisans of Old Trout Puppet workshop have created an enchanting fairy-tale world of visual surprises.

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 12:30 am to 2:50 pm | Opera

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time – a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 12:45 am to 1:15 pm | Kids

Impossible Worlds

Award winning Vancouver Island based photographer Lisa Graham established Seadance Photography in 2009 and specializes in underwater portraits with an artistic flair.

New Westminster | The Plaskett Gallery | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel | 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Family | Free

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm | Comedy

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm | Musical

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Curator/Artist Guided Tour of Unexpected

Join curator Lexie Owen and artist Kari Woo for a facilitated discussion of the amazing work in the Unexpected exhibition!

Vancouver | Craft Council of BC | 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm | Visual Arts | Free

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Wine Pairing Workshop with Artisan Wine Shop

Get ready for the holiday season with Lonsdale Quay Market. Sign up now for an interactive wine pairing workshop with Artisan Wine Shop on December 7th

North Vancouver | Lonsdale Quay Market | 5:30 pm to 6:15 pm | Workshop | Free

Christmas in Williams Park

The annual Christmas in Williams Park in Langley is a FREE family and community event. View the spectacular show of lights as you drive or walk through the park.

Langley | Williams Park | 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Carol Ships Parade of Lights Dinner Cruise

The Carol Ships Parade of Lights began more than 50 years ago with a single boat decorated with Christmas lights in Coal Harbour.

Vancouver | Just East of Edgewater Casino | 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

Against The Current:In Our Bones World Tour-OTW/Alcatel Idol 4/Cricket w/ guests Cruisr and Beach Weather

New York pop punk trio Against the Current is quickly rising the ranks with their fresh sound, heart-pounding live performances, and soaring anthems like "Gravity" and "Infinity"

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Festive Tree Lighting by Dunbar Community Centre Association

Bring the whole family for the annual Dunbar Festive Tree Lighting!

Vancouver | Dunbar Community Centre Association | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Family | Free

Michael Kiwanuka

Michael Samuel Kiwanuka is a British soul musician who is signed to Communion Records.

Vancouver | Imperial Vancouver | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood

Recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, The Cultch recommends East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood for ages 5 and up.

Vancouver | York Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:10 pm | Family

Porter Robinson & Madeon. Shelter Live Tour

"Shelter" is a song by American electronic music producer Porter Robinson and French electronic music producer Madeon.

Vancouver | The Vogue Theatre | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

North Shore Connexions Society presents: Mingle of the Jingles

Professional performers, local talent and individuals with developmental disabilities share the stage at Mingle of the Jingles. This year we are extremely excited to have Colin Bullock as our special guest.

West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre for the Performing Arts | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

Michael Kiwanuka at Commodore Ballroom

Michael Samuel Kiwanuka is a British soul musician who is signed to Communion Records. He has been compared to Marvin Gaye, Curtis Mayfield, Bill Withers, Randy Newman, Terry Callier, and Otis Redding, as well as Van Morrison and the Temptations.

Vancouver | Commodore Ballroom | 7:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Music

Carol City light tour nights-Suggested tour routes. False Creek

Providing a traditional carol ship...Carol Ships Parade of Lights is a community event that has become one of the premier attractions during the December holiday season

Vancouver | False Creek | 7:10 pm to 9:20 pm | Show

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Musical

Christmas Queen 3 The Bachelorette Edition

She’s baaaaack! The Christmas Queen, in all her nasty, bitchy glory is returning this holiday season with the latest installment in the series, Christmas Queen 3 - The Bachelorette Edition.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Comedy

Albatross

Company 605, known for its virtuosic physicality, along with with German Jauregui, Brussels-based choreographer and long-time Ultima Vez company member, bring the premiere of Albatross to the Firehall stage.

Vancouver | Firehall Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

CREEPS

Join Realwheels Theatre for an evening of savage wit and uncompromising truth-telling as they present CREEPS, the award-winning dark comedy by David E. Freeman that changed Canadian theatre forever.

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Theatre

A Christmas Carol In Gay Apparel

An Original Comedy by the Leaping Thespians. Back by popular demand, this production is a beloved holiday tradition within the LGBTQ community, and is for anyone who loves a laugh.

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Comedy

Holy Mo: a Christmas Show

Folly, Guff, and Buffoona are back! And this time, it’s Christmas.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:20 pm | Performing Arts

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Winner of the TONY and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences with its effortless wit and humour

Vancouver | PAL Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

After the Fall: EDAM Studio Theatre

Presenting new work by guest choreographers Julianne Chapple and Shay Kuebler. Also featuring a new work by EDAM's Artistic Director Peter Bingham.

Vancouver | EDAM Studio Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

Firecracker!

Dynamite Ladies. Explosive Comedy. Our all-female show featuring some of the best improvisers in Canada. Enjoy this show at half-price

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:15 pm to 10:15 pm | Comedy

Porter Robinson & Madeon DJ Set Afterparty

Porter Robinson & Madeon join us December 7th, 2016 following their 2x sold out 'Shelter Live Tour' performances for a very special DJ set.

Vancouver | Celebrities Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time - a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 9:30 am to 11:00 am | Kids

Rudolph's Playtime at Willingdon

Children make friends, sing seasonal songs and have fun creating festive crafts at this popular holiday themed playtime.

Burnaby | Willingdon Community Centre | 9:30 am to 11:30 am | Kids

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Classical Coffee Concert: Christmas Fantasies

Indulge your cravings for coffee, good company, and great music

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 10:00 am to 12:15 am | Music

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings

Join us for the new exhibition of H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition

Make It Vancouver

Vancouver's largest independent art, fashion & craft extravaganza is back for 4 days!

Vancouver | PNE Forum | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

Corbin Union: Inversus Mundi

Miruna Dragan, Jason De Haan, Kris Lindskoog, Warren McLachlan, Karly Mortimer, Jeremy Pavka, Kylie B. Ward: Inversus Mundi

Vancouver | Unit/Pitt Projects | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Exhibition: callresponse

Artist: Christi Belcourt, Maria Hupfield, Ursula Johnson, Tania Willard, Laakkuluk Williamson-Bathory and their guest respondents: Isaac Murdoch, Esther Neff, IV Castellanos, Cheryl L’Hirondelle, Marcia Crosby, Tanya Tagaq

Vancouver | Grunt Gallery | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

EXchanges 9th Series 2016

Co.ERASGA is pleased to announce: EXCHANGES 2016 Training and Master Classes with Hiroaki Umeda

Vancouver | The Dance Centre | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Workshop

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time – a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 12:45 am to 1:15 pm | Kids

Impossible Worlds

Award winning Vancouver Island based photographer Lisa Graham established Seadance Photography in 2009 and specializes in underwater portraits with an artistic flair.

New Westminster | The Plaskett Gallery | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel | 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Family | Free

Winter Hayrides

Hop board for this old-time favourite experience around Steveston Village that includes a sing-a-long and viewing of local, holiday displays.

Richmond | Steveston Community Centre | 2:07 pm to 8:30 pm | Family

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Seniors Christmas Dining Out Series. Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre

Socialize with friends while enjoying Christmas festivities, a delicious meal & great entertainment

Surrey | Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre | 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm | Family

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Christmas Card Making Workshop 2016

Join local card designer, PaperMain, to learn how to make one-of-a-kind greeting cards

North Vancouver | Nest Space | 5:30 pm to 6:15 pm | Workshop | Free

Christmas in Williams Park

The annual Christmas in Williams Park in Langley is a FREE family and community event. View the spectacular show of lights as you drive or walk through the park.

Langley | Williams Park | 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Miss Chinese Vancouver Pageant 2016

Established in 1995, Miss Chinese Vancouver and Toronto Pageants are Canada’s most recognized and prestigious Pageant events hosted in Vancouver and Toronto, cities with the most concentrated Chinese population in Canada.

Vancouver | Vancouver Convention Centre | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Show

Woodward's Community Singers 2016 Workshops

Everyone Deserves Music: Come Raise Your Voice With Us For A Dose Of Collective Joy!

Vancouver | PHS Woodward | 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm | Workshop | Free

Carol Ships Parade of Lights Dinner Cruise

The Carol Ships Parade of Lights began more than 50 years ago with a single boat decorated with Christmas lights in Coal Harbour.

Vancouver | Just East of Edgewater Casino | 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

Visit with Santa at Willingdon

Join us for a festive night of Christmas crafts and seasonal activities.

Burnaby | Willingdon Community Centre | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Kids

The Paper Kites with guest Doe Paoro

The Paper Kites are an indie rock-folk band from Melbourne, Australia.

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood

Recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, The Cultch recommends East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood for ages 5 and up.

Vancouver | York Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:10 pm | Family

Alice in Wonderland

Affordable, family friendly fun in the midst of the holiday season! Outlandish creatures and quizzical conversations fill the stage as Alchemy Theatre brings you one of the most imaginative tales ever written

Vancouver | Studio 1398 on Granville Island | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

Vancouver Bach Family Of Choirs: A Very Sarabande Christmas

Join Sarabande, our young adult chamber choir, for what is fast becoming a popular annual holiday tradition

Vancouver | Seven Dining Lounge | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Carol City light tour nights-Suggested tour routes. False Creek

Providing a traditional carol ship...Carol Ships Parade of Lights is a community event that has become one of the premier attractions during the December holiday season

Vancouver | False Creek | 7:10 pm to 9:20 pm | Show

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Musical

Christmas Queen 3 The Bachelorette Edition

She’s baaaaack! The Christmas Queen, in all her nasty, bitchy glory is returning this holiday season with the latest installment in the series, Christmas Queen 3 - The Bachelorette Edition.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

VSO: A Traditional Christmas

It is the Holiday music tradition: The VSO’s Traditional Christmas concerts, featuring host Christopher Gaze, EnChor, the UBC Opera Ensemble, and the VSO’s new Assistant Conductor, William Rowson.

Vancouver | St. Andrew's Wesley United Church | 7:30 pm to 9:15 pm | Music

VO: Hansel and Gretel

For VO’s new production, in an abridged version to appeal to younger audiences, the master artisans of Old Trout Puppet workshop have created an enchanting fairy-tale world of visual surprises.

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 7:30 pm to 9:50 pm | Opera

Protest The Hero With a Wilhelm Scream, Auras & Cyclamen

Protest the Hero is a Canadian progressive metal band from Whitby, Ontario. Originally named Happy Go Lucky, the band changed their name to Protest the Hero shortly before releasing their debut EP, Search for the Truth, in 2002

Vancouver | The Vogue Theatre | 7:30 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

SFU Woodward's Presents: Bah! Humbug!

Bah! Humbug! returns for a seventh year featuring Juno-Award Winning musician Jim Byrnes* as Ebenezer Scrooge. Don't miss this festive, seasonal Woodward's tradition!

Vancouver | Goldcorp Centre for the Arts | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Music Series: Van Django Cool Yule

Van Django's Cool Yule is a festive Christmas mix of nostalgic favourites, jazz standards, pop tunes, classical elements, and sing-alongs, plus a few surprises - all delivered in swinging gypsy jazz style.

Chilliwack | HUB International Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:15 pm | Music

Winter Orchestral Festival: VAM Intermediate Symphony

It’s a celebration! Five ensembles come together in a three-concert festival highlighting the breadth of VAM’s orchestral offerings.

Vancouver | Vancouver Academy of Music | 7:30 pm to 9:15 pm | Music | Free

Ballet BC Presents Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballets: Nutcracker

Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet captures the imagination with this charming Canadian retelling of the beloved holiday classic, the Nutcracker.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Comedy

Albatross

Company 605, known for its virtuosic physicality, along with with German Jauregui, Brussels-based choreographer and long-time Ultima Vez company member, bring the premiere of Albatross to the Firehall stage.

Vancouver | Firehall Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Meredith Willson's: The Music Man

The rousing classic about a charming con man and his seventy-six trombones.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Musical

CREEPS

Join Realwheels Theatre for an evening of savage wit and uncompromising truth-telling as they present CREEPS, the award-winning dark comedy by David E. Freeman that changed Canadian theatre forever.

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Theatre

A Christmas Carol In Gay Apparel

An Original Comedy by the Leaping Thespians. Back by popular demand, this production is a beloved holiday tradition within the LGBTQ community, and is for anyone who loves a laugh.

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Comedy

The SantaLand Diaries

The SantaLand Diaries is a backstage pass to the secret lives of elves. “The funniest Christmas play ever written” is a biting and slightly fictionalized account of humourist David Sedaris’ time as one of Macy’s store Christmas elves.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Holy Mo: a Christmas Show

Folly, Guff, and Buffoona are back! And this time, it’s Christmas.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:20 pm | Performing Arts

Louis C.K.

Louis Székely, known professionally as Louis C.K. is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, director, and editor.

Vancouver | Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Terence Jack With Special Guests Moon Drifter

Terence Jack is a Vancouver musician currently in the process of releasing his first solo EP titled "Reckless Abandon". His music is a mix of folk, rock, funk, blues and country.

Vancouver | The Biltmore Cabaret | 8:00 pm to 1:00 am | Music

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Winner of the TONY and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences with its effortless wit and humour

Vancouver | PAL Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Ok Tinder - Swipe Right Comedy

The good, bad and the laughable of Vancouver’s dating scene. Enjoy this show at half-price with Half Price Hilarity

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:15 pm to 10:15 pm | Comedy

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 11:00 pm | Family | Free

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Frosty Fun for Busy Bees

You and your child can make friends, sing songs, create ornaments, cards and more while having some festive fun in this special Busy Bee playtime.

Burnaby | Willingdon Community Centre | 9:30 am to 11:00 am | Kids

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 10:00 am to 11:00 pm | Family

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings

Join us for the new exhibition of H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition

Christmas Train at Bear Creek Park

Visit with Santa & receive a candy cane, children do activities on our platform and take a train ride through the Christmas forest

Surrey | Bear Creek Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family

Make It Vancouver

Vancouver's largest independent art, fashion & craft extravaganza is back for 4 days!

Vancouver | PNE Forum | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

Corbin Union: Inversus Mundi

Miruna Dragan, Jason De Haan, Kris Lindskoog, Warren McLachlan, Karly Mortimer, Jeremy Pavka, Kylie B. Ward: Inversus Mundi

Vancouver | Unit/Pitt Projects | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Exhibition: callresponse

Artist: Christi Belcourt, Maria Hupfield, Ursula Johnson, Tania Willard, Laakkuluk Williamson-Bathory and their guest respondents: Isaac Murdoch, Esther Neff, IV Castellanos, Cheryl L’Hirondelle, Marcia Crosby, Tanya Tagaq

Vancouver | Grunt Gallery | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

EXchanges 9th Series 2016

Co.ERASGA is pleased to announce: EXCHANGES 2016 Training and Master Classes with Hiroaki Umeda

Vancouver | The Dance Centre | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Workshop

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time – a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 12:45 am to 1:15 pm | Kids

Impossible Worlds

Award winning Vancouver Island based photographer Lisa Graham established Seadance Photography in 2009 and specializes in underwater portraits with an artistic flair.

New Westminster | The Plaskett Gallery | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel | 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Family | Free

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

VSO: A Traditional Christmas

It is the Holiday music tradition: The VSO’s Traditional Christmas concerts, featuring host Christopher Gaze, EnChor, the UBC Opera Ensemble, and the VSO’s new Assistant Conductor, William Rowson.

Vancouver | St. Andrew's Wesley United Church | 4:00 pm to 5:45 pm | Music

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Holiday Heights at Bloedel Conservatory

Experience a winter wonderland inside the Bloedel Conservatory with magical lights, festive music, a holiday scavenger hunt and much more

Vancouver | Bloedel Floral Conservatory | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Live Music Friday

Enjoy live music and beer every Friday from 5pm to 8pm at Green Leaf Brewing Co.

North Vancouver | Lonsdale Quay Market | 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Music | Free

Fringe Lottery Party

Every year the Fringe selects its Mainstage Category artists via random draw at our annual Lottery Party! This year, we’re hosting the party at Performance Works on Granville Island and we’d love for you to come!

Vancouver | Performance Works | 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Active Life / Health | Free

Seniors Christmas Dining Out Series. Cloverdale Recreation Centre

Socialize with friends while enjoying Christmas festivities, a delicious meal & great entertainment

Surrey | Cloverdale Recreation Centre | 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Family

Seniors Christmas Dining Out Series. Fleetwood Community Centre

Socialize with friends while enjoying Christmas festivities, a delicious meal & great entertainment

Surrey | Fleetwood Community Centre | 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Family

Seniors Christmas Dining Out Series. Newton Seniors Centre

Socialize with friends while enjoying Christmas festivities, a delicious meal & great entertainment

Surrey | Newton Seniors Centre | 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Family

Warming Up The Eastside 2016

During the months of November and December, Help Change My City Alliance invites individuals, families, students, businesses and corporations to come and give together with us.

Vancouver | Templeton Secondary School | 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Charity / Fundraising | Free

Christmas in Williams Park

The annual Christmas in Williams Park in Langley is a FREE family and community event. View the spectacular show of lights as you drive or walk through the park.

Langley | Williams Park | 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Winter Hayrides

Hop board for this old-time favourite experience around Steveston Village that includes a sing-a-long and viewing of local holiday displays.

Richmond | Steveston Community Centre | 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Family

Carol Ships Parade of Lights Dinner Cruise

The Carol Ships Parade of Lights began more than 50 years ago with a single boat decorated with Christmas lights in Coal Harbour.

Vancouver | Just East of Edgewater Casino | 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

Ambleside Orchestra Kicks off Extended Hours

This is the performance you won’t want to miss! To kick off the extended holiday hours at the Market, Ambleside Orchestra will be performing in the Rotunda on December 9th

North Vancouver | Lonsdale Quay Market | 6:45 pm to 7:45 pm | Music | Free

Carol Ships Parade of Lights. False Creek. Destination Science World, Parade Night

Providing a traditional carol ship... Carol Ships Parade of Lights is a community event that has become one of the premier attractions during the December holiday season

Vancouver | False Creek | 7:00 pm to 10:20 pm | Show

The Paper Kites with guest Doe Paoro

The Paper Kites are an indie rock-folk band from Melbourne, Australia.

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

Royal City Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker

Experience the magic of The Nutcracker this holiday season with RCYB’s full length ballet, featuring a cast of 100+ dedicated and enthusiastic dancers, under the artistic direction of Dolores Kirkwood, OBC.

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Dance

East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood

Recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, The Cultch recommends East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood for ages 5 and up.

Vancouver | York Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:10 pm | Family

Alice in Wonderland

Affordable, family friendly fun in the midst of the holiday season! Outlandish creatures and quizzical conversations fill the stage as Alchemy Theatre brings you one of the most imaginative tales ever written

Vancouver | Studio 1398 on Granville Island | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

Stevie Nicks: 24 Karat Gold Tour

Singer Stevie Nicks, the multi-platinum, Grammy® Award Winning-music icon today announced The 24 Karat Gold Tour.

Vancouver | Rogers Arena | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson

Vancouver | The Waterfront Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Kids

Christmas Queen 3 The Bachelorette Edition

She’s baaaaack! The Christmas Queen, in all her nasty, bitchy glory is returning this holiday season with the latest installment in the series, Christmas Queen 3 - The Bachelorette Edition.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

VSO: A Traditional Christmas

It is the Holiday music tradition: The VSO’s Traditional Christmas concerts, featuring host Christopher Gaze, EnChor, the UBC Opera Ensemble, and the VSO’s new Assistant Conductor, William Rowson.

Vancouver | St. Andrew's Wesley United Church | 7:30 pm to 9:15 pm | Music

SFU Woodward's Presents: Bah! Humbug!

Bah! Humbug! returns for a seventh year featuring Juno-Award Winning musician Jim Byrnes* as Ebenezer Scrooge. Don't miss this festive, seasonal Woodward's tradition!

Vancouver | Goldcorp Centre for the Arts | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

VWMC Christmas concert #5 with Argyle Secondary

Our fifth Christmas concert will be at Centennial Theatre in North Vancouver

North Vancouver | Centennial Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

PIGS: Canada’s Most Authentic Pink Floyd Tribute

PIGS - Canada's Most Authentic Pink Floyd Tribute will be bringing their authentic sounds to 9 BC cities this summer of 2016.

Abbotsford | Abbotsford Arts Centre | 7:30 pm to 10:15 pm | Show

Ballet BC Presents Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballets: Nutcracker

Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet captures the imagination with this charming Canadian retelling of the beloved holiday classic, the Nutcracker.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Musical

Albatross

Company 605, known for its virtuosic physicality, along with with German Jauregui, Brussels-based choreographer and long-time Ultima Vez company member, bring the premiere of Albatross to the Firehall stage.

Vancouver | Firehall Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

A Peter N' Chris-tmas Carol!

A Peter n' Christ-mas Carol is a hilarious send up the classic Dickens' Christmas story

Vancouver | Performance Works | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

Meredith Willson's: The Music Man

The rousing classic about a charming con man and his seventy-six trombones.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Musical

The Prettys / Girlfriends & Boyfriends

Local garage rock band The Prettys bring their “Soiree Album Release Party” to Fortune Sound Club Thursday December 8th with Girlfriends and Boyfriends and openers Malcolm Biddle (of Dada Plan) & Highland Eyeway.

Vancouver | Fortune Sound Club | 8:00 pm to 0:10 am | Music

CREEPS

Join Realwheels Theatre for an evening of savage wit and uncompromising truth-telling as they present CREEPS, the award-winning dark comedy by David E. Freeman that changed Canadian theatre forever.

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Theatre

A Christmas Carol In Gay Apparel

An Original Comedy by the Leaping Thespians. Back by popular demand, this production is a beloved holiday tradition within the LGBTQ community, and is for anyone who loves a laugh.

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Comedy

From Formosa - 2016 Taiwan Philharmonic North America Tour

The Taiwan Philharmonic makes its Canada debut in Vancouver - performing Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony and violin concerto in D by the late Taiwanese composer Tyzen Hsiao

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

The SantaLand Diaries

The SantaLand Diaries is a backstage pass to the secret lives of elves. “The funniest Christmas play ever written” is a biting and slightly fictionalized account of humourist David Sedaris’ time as one of Macy’s store Christmas elves.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Tales of a Charlie Brown Christmas with the Jerry Granelli Trio

Granelli is the only surviving member of the line-up that made that legendary recording in 1965.

West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre Grosvenor Theatre | 8:00 pm to 8:36 pm | Music

Vancouver Chamber Choir: Handel's Messish. The Christmas Masterpiece

Christmas time is Messiah time, of course, and this year it's again the Vancouver Chamber Choir's turn to do the honours in a gala Orpheum concert.

Vancouver | Orpheum Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:40 pm | Music

Mischief Managed: A Harry Potter Burlesque Spectacular

A silly, sexy evening filled with all your favourite Harry Potter characters in a light you've never seen them before

Vancouver | The Biltmore Cabaret | 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Show

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Winner of the TONY and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences with its effortless wit and humour

Vancouver | PAL Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

After the Fall: EDAM Studio Theatre

Presenting new work by guest choreographers Julianne Chapple and Shay Kuebler. Also featuring a new work by EDAM's Artistic Director Peter Bingham.

Vancouver | EDAM Studio Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

Chris Mitchell - Let it Snow

For the holiday season, Chris and his soprano sax take on a slew of yuletide classics, including his passionate take on “Let It Snow.”

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

The Mirror Test

The Mirror Test is a fictionalized account of writer/performer Kevin Kokoska's real-life experience of weight loss

Vancouver | Annex | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Quantum Council with guests Dead Rivals, Luki Fero, Dark Sun Profits

LiveActs Canada Presents Quantum Council with special guests Dead Rivals, Luki Fero & Dark Sun Profits, Friday December 9th at Studio Records.

Vancouver | Studio Records | 8:15 pm to 11:30 pm | Music

Til Your Face Hurts

Razor-sharp wit and lightning-fast reflexes, two teams of players are pitted against each other in competitive improv matches

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:30 pm to 11:00 pm | Show

Peligro Tropical at Happy Ending Fridays

Vancouver’s best tropical club night Peligro Tropical takes over Happy Ending Fridays with DJ Seko x Dr.Seiz bringing a night of global club music alongside residents Rico Uno x LeChance and the Made Pop Up afterparty Friday December 9th.

Vancouver | Fortune Sound Club | 10:00 pm to 2:00 am | Music | Free

Stereotype Fridays ft. Kungs - Celebrities

Responsible for one of the biggest hits across the globe with 'This Girl' - Kungs makes his Vancouver debut Friday, December 9th at StereotypeFridays!

Vancouver | Celebrities Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Pacific Rhythm Session No.15

We're very pleased to let you know that LONE will be making his Vancouver debut in the basement of Celebrities Nightclub for our 15th PRS on December 9th

Vancouver | Celebrities Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Cagematch: Ultimate Comedy Showdown by Instant Theatre

Cagematch pits the fiercest and most hilarious improvisers against each other to determine who has the best improv in the city

Vancouver | Havana Theatre | 10:30 pm to 11:30 pm | Comedy

A Very Mariah Christmas

#basic presents: A Very Mariah Christmas. Bounce with it, dance with it, and hit those high notes next Friday night at #basic's December return!

Vancouver | The Biltmore Cabaret | 10:30 pm to 2:00 am | Music

Improv After Dark

Things heat up with this edgy 60 minutes of non-stop, fast-paced no-holds-barred comedy for grown-ups

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 11:15 pm to 0:15 am | Comedy

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 11:00 pm | Family | Free

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Breakfast with Santa by Kensington Community Centre

Join your neighbours and friends from the Kensington Community for breakfast with Santa. There will be a pancake breakfast, arts and crafts, entertainment, and a visit from Santa

Vancouver | Kensington Community Centre | 9:30 am to 11:30 am | Family

Breakfast with Santa: Cloverdale Recreation Centre

Santa and Mrs Claus are coming to Surrey - and you're invited to enjoy a delicious breakfast with them!

Surrey | Cloverdale Recreation Centre | 9:30 am to 11:00 am | Family

Breakfast with Santa: Fleetwood Community Centre

Santa and Mrs Claus are coming to Surrey - and you're invited to enjoy a delicious breakfast with them!

Surrey | Fleetwood Community Centre | 9:30 am to 11:00 am | Family

Breakfast with Santa: South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre

Santa and Mrs Claus are coming to Surrey - and you're invited to enjoy a delicious breakfast with them!

Surrey | South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre | 9:30 am to 10:15 am | Family

Got Craft Holiday Edition

Get ready for the ultimate Christmas shopping weekend at the Got Craft Holiday Edition

North Vancouver | The Shipyards | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Market

Breakfast with Santa - West Point Grey Community Centre

Santa Claus is coming to town and will make a special stop to have breakfast with us at Aberthau Mansion!

Vancouver | West Point Grey Community Centre | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Family

Christmas Bird Count for Kids in Stanley Park

The Christmas Bird Count for Kids (CBC4Kids) is a fun, family-friendly birdwatch event that builds bird identification skills and contributes to important citizen science for bird conservation.

Vancouver | Stanley Park Dining Pavilion | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Nature / Animals | Free

Christmas Carnival - Coal Harbour CC

Breaking news! Santa has been spotted at the Harbour! Journey with your children to meet Santa through a magical winter wonderland where holiday games and holiday crafts await each stop along the way.

Vancouver | Coal Harbour Community Centre | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Walk Richmond - Shell Road Trail

Walk along this rural trail lined with tall trees and shrubs for a unique walking experience in an urban city centre.

Richmond | Shell Road Trail | 10:00 am to 11:00 am | Active Life / Health | Free

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 10:00 am to 11:00 pm | Family

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Make It Vancouver

Vancouver's largest independent art, fashion & craft extravaganza is back for 4 days!

Vancouver | PNE Forum | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Breakfast with Santa at Dunbar Community Centre

Don't miss our special Breakfast with Santa! We are serving hot fluffy pancakes, yummy sausages, juice, hot chocolate, coffee, tea and mandarin oranges.

Vancouver | Dunbar Community Centre | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Family

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings

Join us for the new exhibition of H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition

Christmas Train at Bear Creek Park

Visit with Santa & receive a candy cane, children do activities on our platform and take a train ride through the Christmas forest

Surrey | Bear Creek Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family

Christmas Kid’s Crafts

There is something for everyone at the Market. On December 10th and December 17th stop by the Market for craft time!

North Vancouver | Lonsdale Quay Market | 10:30 am to 1:30 pm | Kids | Free

Breakfast with Santa: South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre

Santa and Mrs Claus are coming to Surrey - and you're invited to enjoy a delicious breakfast with them!

Surrey | South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre | 10:30 am to 11:45 am | Family

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson

Vancouver | The Waterfront Theatre | 11:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Corbin Union: Inversus Mundi

Miruna Dragan, Jason De Haan, Kris Lindskoog, Warren McLachlan, Karly Mortimer, Jeremy Pavka, Kylie B. Ward: Inversus Mundi

Vancouver | Unit/Pitt Projects | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Skate with Santa. North Surrey Arena

Celebrate the Christmas season and visit an arena in Surrey for a skate with Santa!

Surrey | North Surrey Arena | 12:00 am to 1:30 pm | Family

Exhibition: callresponse

Artist: Christi Belcourt, Maria Hupfield, Ursula Johnson, Tania Willard, Laakkuluk Williamson-Bathory and their guest respondents: Isaac Murdoch, Esther Neff, IV Castellanos, Cheryl L’Hirondelle, Marcia Crosby, Tanya Tagaq

Vancouver | Grunt Gallery | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Christmas in Kerrisdale

Christmas in Kerrisdale is celebrated every Saturday through the month of December.

Vancouver | Kerrisdale | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family | Free

Mia Stammer & Adelaine Morin

Mia and Adelaine are coming to meet you! They love their fans so much and want to meet everyone! Yes, that's right, every ticket comes with a meet & greet! It will be a fun-filled day of laughs, live challenges, and selfies.

Vancouver | The Biltmore Cabaret | 12:00 am to 2:00 pm | Show

Christmas Open House

Celebrate an Old-fashioned Christmas at the Stewart Farm

Surrey | Historic Stewart Farm | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

Impossible Worlds

Award winning Vancouver Island based photographer Lisa Graham established Seadance Photography in 2009 and specializes in underwater portraits with an artistic flair.

New Westminster | The Plaskett Gallery | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Royal City Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker

Experience the magic of The Nutcracker this holiday season with RCYB’s full length ballet, featuring a cast of 100+ dedicated and enthusiastic dancers, under the artistic direction of Dolores Kirkwood, OBC.

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Dance

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time - a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm | Kids

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum | 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

All that Jingles and Some that Jangle

Music? Noise? How does some musical noise sound this festive season? Play around with some baubles and bells to create your own music maker suitable for accompanying sing-alongs with family and friends. Make it then shake it.

Coquitlam | Evergreen Cultural Centre | 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

Windstorm 10-Year Anniversary

In 2006, a devastating windstorm hit Stanley Park, blowing down 10,000 trees in 41 acres of forest. Out of the ashes of this devastation rose incredible and unexpected opportunities and it rallied the community around the Park’s rebirth

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm | Nature / Animals

Casual Saturdays Drop-in Workshop

Join our amazing faculty and cast members for the CASUAL SATURDAYS Drop-in workshop!

Vancouver | Instant Studios | 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm | Workshop

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Musical

Meredith Willson's: The Music Man

The rousing classic about a charming con man and his seventy-six trombones.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Musical

East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood

Recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, The Cultch recommends East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood for ages 5 and up.

Vancouver | York Theatre | 2:00 pm to 3:10 pm | Family

SFU Woodward's Presents: Bah! Humbug!

Bah! Humbug! returns for a seventh year featuring Juno-Award Winning musician Jim Byrnes* as Ebenezer Scrooge. Don't miss this festive, seasonal Woodward's tradition!

Vancouver | Goldcorp Centre for the Arts | 2:00 pm to 4:15 pm | Theatre

Ballet BC Presents Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballets: Nutcracker

Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet captures the imagination with this charming Canadian retelling of the beloved holiday classic, the Nutcracker.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Dance

Holy Mo: a Christmas Show

Folly, Guff, and Buffoona are back! And this time, it’s Christmas.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 2:00 pm to 3:20 pm | Performing Arts

Alice in Wonderland

Affordable, family friendly fun in the midst of the holiday season! Outlandish creatures and quizzical conversations fill the stage as Alchemy Theatre brings you one of the most imaginative tales ever written

Vancouver | Studio 1398 on Granville Island | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Theatre

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson

Vancouver | The Waterfront Theatre | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Kids

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Winner of the TONY and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences with its effortless wit and humour

Vancouver | PAL Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Show

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Comedy

Seasonal Celebration

Celebrate Shadbolt Centre for the Arts Seasonal Celebration

Burnaby | Shadbolt Centre for the Arts | 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Family | Free

Anna Wyman Winter Concert of Dance

Anna Wyman Dance School's Annual Winter Concert of Dance

North Vancouver | Centennial Theatre | 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm | Dance

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

VSO: A Traditional Christmas

It is the Holiday music tradition: The VSO’s Traditional Christmas concerts, featuring host Christopher Gaze, EnChor, the UBC Opera Ensemble, and the VSO’s new Assistant Conductor, William Rowson.

Vancouver | St. Andrew's Wesley United Church | 4:00 pm to 5:45 pm | Music

Royal City Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker

Experience the magic of The Nutcracker this holiday season with RCYB’s full length ballet, featuring a cast of 100+ dedicated and enthusiastic dancers, under the artistic direction of Dolores Kirkwood, OBC.

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm | Dance

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time - a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Kids

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Holiday Heights at Bloedel Conservatory

Experience a winter wonderland inside the Bloedel Conservatory with magical lights, festive music, a holiday scavenger hunt and much more

Vancouver | Bloedel Floral Conservatory | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Christmas in Williams Park

The annual Christmas in Williams Park in Langley is a FREE family and community event. View the spectacular show of lights as you drive or walk through the park.

Langley | Williams Park | 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Hub-Rasul Milad Nabi ﷺ and Ziarat

Grand Milad Nabi Super Holy Ziarat! Mark Your Calendars Now As Grand Mawlid Coming This December! More Details to follow.

Surrey | Riverside Signature Surrey Banquet Hall | 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm

Eclairs and Cream Puff - Holidays Special!

Move over Macarons!!! You are so yesterday … The new pastry craze straight from France is “Pâte a Choux”!

Vancouver | The Uncommon Café | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Cooking

Write Your Fringe Play with Brent Hirose

Have you ever wanted to write a play? Need guidance to get finish your next project? This six week program will guide you through the process of creating characters, building a plot and crafting dialog worthy of the stage.

Vancouver | Instant Studios | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Workshop

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

Winter Express - Harmony House Rocks!

Live local musicians of all ages will Express their own personal joy and latest artistic developments as independent vocalists, pianists, guitarists and drummers.

West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre for the Performing Arts | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood

Recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, The Cultch recommends East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood for ages 5 and up.

Vancouver | York Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:10 pm | Family

Alice in Wonderland

Affordable, family friendly fun in the midst of the holiday season! Outlandish creatures and quizzical conversations fill the stage as Alchemy Theatre brings you one of the most imaginative tales ever written

Vancouver | Studio 1398 on Granville Island | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

Rooney: The Groundswell Tour

Rooney: The Groundswell Tour with Royal Teeth and SWIMM

Vancouver | The Biltmore Cabaret | 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Music

Carol Ships Parade of Lights. Destination Science World, Parade Night

Providing a traditional carol ship...Carol Ships Parade of Lights is a community event that has become one of the premier attractions during the December holiday season

Vancouver | False Creek | 7:10 pm to 10:20 pm | Show

Christmas Queen 3 The Bachelorette Edition

She’s baaaaack! The Christmas Queen, in all her nasty, bitchy glory is returning this holiday season with the latest installment in the series, Christmas Queen 3 - The Bachelorette Edition.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

VO: Hansel and Gretel

For VO’s new production, in an abridged version to appeal to younger audiences, the master artisans of Old Trout Puppet workshop have created an enchanting fairy-tale world of visual surprises.

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 7:30 pm to 9:50 pm | Opera

VSO: A Traditional Christmas

It is the Holiday music tradition: The VSO’s Traditional Christmas concerts, featuring host Christopher Gaze, EnChor, the UBC Opera Ensemble, and the VSO’s new Assistant Conductor, William Rowson.

Vancouver | St. Andrew's Wesley United Church | 7:30 pm to 9:15 pm | Music

SFU Woodward's Presents: Bah! Humbug!

Bah! Humbug! returns for a seventh year featuring Juno-Award Winning musician Jim Byrnes* as Ebenezer Scrooge. Don't miss this festive, seasonal Woodward's tradition!

Vancouver | Goldcorp Centre for the Arts | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

The Vancouver Welsh Men's Choir: Christmas concert #6 with Magee Secondary

Our final Christmas concert will be at Shaughnessy Heights United Church in Vancouver

Vancouver | Shaughnessy Heights United Church | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra & Chorus presents Nutcracker Suite

Nutcracker: featuring the Fraser Valley Academy of Dance in a delightful presentation of selections from the Nutcracker Ballet written by Tchaikovsky.

Chilliwack | HUB International Theatre | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

Ballet BC Presents Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballets: Nutcracker

Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet captures the imagination with this charming Canadian retelling of the beloved holiday classic, the Nutcracker.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

The Geekenders Present: The Rocky Horror Show

On June 16, 1973, director Jim Sharman debuted a musical that would warp time, space, and sweet transvestites for ever… The Rocky Horror Show.

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

Youth 4 Yule

Join us for a festive evening of joy & promise with some of the North Shore’s most talented upcoming young artists.

West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre for the Performing Arts | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

Garrett with special guests Footsteps Underground, Opposite Shore, Ampletude

Live Acts Canada Presents Garrett with special guests Footsteps Underground, Opposite Shore and Ampletude, December 10th at Studio Records

Vancouver | Studio Records | 7:45 pm to 11:30 pm | Music

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Musical

Albatross

Company 605, known for its virtuosic physicality, along with with German Jauregui, Brussels-based choreographer and long-time Ultima Vez company member, bring the premiere of Albatross to the Firehall stage.

Vancouver | Firehall Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

A Peter N' Chris-tmas Carol!

A Peter n' Christ-mas Carol is a hilarious send up the classic Dickens' Christmas story

Vancouver | Performance Works | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

Meredith Willson's: The Music Man

The rousing classic about a charming con man and his seventy-six trombones.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Musical

CREEPS

Join Realwheels Theatre for an evening of savage wit and uncompromising truth-telling as they present CREEPS, the award-winning dark comedy by David E. Freeman that changed Canadian theatre forever.

Vancouver | The Cultch Historic Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:15 pm | Theatre

A Christmas Carol In Gay Apparel

An Original Comedy by the Leaping Thespians. Back by popular demand, this production is a beloved holiday tradition within the LGBTQ community, and is for anyone who loves a laugh.

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Comedy

The SantaLand Diaries

The SantaLand Diaries is a backstage pass to the secret lives of elves. “The funniest Christmas play ever written” is a biting and slightly fictionalized account of humourist David Sedaris’ time as one of Macy’s store Christmas elves.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Holy Mo: a Christmas Show

Folly, Guff, and Buffoona are back! And this time, it’s Christmas.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:20 pm | Performing Arts

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Winner of the TONY and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences with its effortless wit and humour

Vancouver | PAL Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

After the Fall: EDAM Studio Theatre

Presenting new work by guest choreographers Julianne Chapple and Shay Kuebler. Also featuring a new work by EDAM's Artistic Director Peter Bingham.

Vancouver | EDAM Studio Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

The Mirror Test

The Mirror Test is a fictionalized account of writer/performer Kevin Kokoska's real-life experience of weight loss

Vancouver | Annex | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Til Your Face Hurts

Razor-sharp wit and lightning-fast reflexes, two teams of players are pitted against each other in competitive improv matches

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:30 pm to 11:00 pm | Show

Markus Schulz

Join us for a special TheNiteShow with trance veteran Markus Schulz ft. support from Nifra and Nite Show residents at VENUE on Saturday, December 10th, 2016!

Vancouver | Venue Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Tensnake #CelebsPlayhouse

With a love for the more funky side of house music, Tensnake makes his highly anticipated return to Vancouver Saturday, December 10th at #CelebsPlayhouse

Vancouver | Celebrities Nightclub | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Deep Down Inside Saturdays

M.I.A. goes Deep Down Inside every Saturday in Gastown with world renown deejay & producer talent supported by a rotating roster of local Vancouver resident DDI selectors.

Vancouver | M.I.A. | 10:00 pm to 3:00 am | Music

Shirley Gnome: Live at Havana

One night only! An evening songs from Vancouver's very own internationally acclaimed, critical celebrated cabaret comedian Shirley Gnome.

Vancouver | Havana Theatre | 10:30 pm to 11:30 pm | Comedy

Old School Hip Hop Night with The Gaff - Nite*Moves

Nite*Moves Old School Hip Hop Night with The Gaff and guests Bernie Lomax & Simoniz

Vancouver | The Biltmore Cabaret | 10:30 pm to 2:00 am | Music

Improv After Dark

Things heat up with this edgy 60 minutes of non-stop, fast-paced no-holds-barred comedy for grown-ups

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 11:15 pm to 0:15 am | Comedy

The Geekenders Present: The Rocky Horror Show

On June 16, 1973, director Jim Sharman debuted a musical that would warp time, space, and sweet transvestites for ever… The Rocky Horror Show.

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 11:30 pm to 1:30 am | Show

Breakfast with Santa Presented by Lonsdale Quay Market

Christmas time would not be complete without a visit from Santa. Let him know what is on your holiday wishlist on Sunday December 11th

North Vancouver | Lonsdale Quay Market | 8:30 am to 10:30 am | Family | Free

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Got Craft Holiday Edition

Get ready for the ultimate Christmas shopping weekend at the Got Craft Holiday Edition

North Vancouver | The Shipyards | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Market

Breakfast with Santa - West Point Grey Community Centre

Santa Claus is coming to town and will make a special stop to have breakfast with us at Aberthau Mansion!

Vancouver | West Point Grey Community Centre | 10:00 am to 12:00 am | Family

Vancouver Bach Family Of Choirs: Ryerson Church Service with the Toccatas

The Toccatas lend their voices to celebrate advent with the Ryerson church congregation

Vancouver | Ryerson United Church | 10:00 am to 11:00 am | Music | Free

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Make It Vancouver

Vancouver's largest independent art, fashion & craft extravaganza is back for 4 days!

Vancouver | PNE Forum | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings

Join us for the new exhibition of H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition

Christmas Train at Bear Creek Park

Visit with Santa & receive a candy cane, children do activities on our platform and take a train ride through the Christmas forest

Surrey | Bear Creek Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family

A Day for the Birds

Drop in for a tour of the wildlife garden and learn how to make a garden habitat for bird.

Richmond | Richmond Nature Park | 11:00 am to 3:00 pm | Nature / Animals

Brock House Holiday Brunch Buffet

Join us at Brock House Restaurant for our annual Holiday Brunch Buffet!

Vancouver | Brock House Restaurant | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Food / Wine

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

On Camera Acting Class with Joel Cottingham by Instant Theatre

Want to ace that commercial audition? How about snag yourself a killer agent? The film and TV industry in Vancouver is hotter than it's ever been, so now is the time to polish your skills and get to work

Vancouver | Instant Studios | 11:00 am to 3:00 pm | Workshop

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson

Vancouver | The Waterfront Theatre | 11:00 am to 12:00 am | Kids

Heritage Christmas Weekends. Make a Christmas card.

Get your holiday magic at the Historic Stewart Farm's Heritage Christmas Weekends. Make a scented pomander and a Christmas card.

Surrey | Historic Stewart Farm | 12:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

Nutcracker

The Nutcracker presented by Seymour Dance.

North Vancouver | Centennial Theatre | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Dance

Vancouver Bach Family Of Choirs. Concerts in the Community: Christmas Caroling

Oakridge Centre Christmas Caroling

Vancouver | Oakridge Centre | 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm | Music | Free

Royal City Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker

Experience the magic of The Nutcracker this holiday season with RCYB’s full length ballet, featuring a cast of 100+ dedicated and enthusiastic dancers, under the artistic direction of Dolores Kirkwood, OBC.

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Dance

Baking Time

Presentation House Theatre and Oily Cart presents Baking Time - a fantastic feast for the senses for 3-6 year olds, and their friends and families.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm | Kids

An Afternoon with Santa

This free event will have activities including holiday themed games, arts and crafts. Cookie decorating and gourmet hot chocolate stations will be a treat for the whole family.

Surrey | Newton Recreation Centre | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Family | Free

Skate with Santa. Surrey Sport & Leisure Arena

Celebrate the Christmas season and visit an arena in Surrey for a skate with Santa!

Surrey | Surrey Sport & Leisure Arena | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm | Family

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum | 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Musical

Vancouver Bach Family Of Choirs: Chorales sing at Aberdeen Centre

Another longstanding tradition of the VBCC, we are thrilled to be returning to the Aberdeen centre this year

Richmond | Aberdeen Centre | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Music | Free

VO: Hansel and Gretel

For VO’s new production, in an abridged version to appeal to younger audiences, the master artisans of Old Trout Puppet workshop have created an enchanting fairy-tale world of visual surprises.

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 2:00 pm to 4:20 pm | Opera

Meredith Willson's: The Music Man

The rousing classic about a charming con man and his seventy-six trombones.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Musical

A Christmas Carol In Gay Apparel

An Original Comedy by the Leaping Thespians. Back by popular demand, this production is a beloved holiday tradition within the LGBTQ community, and is for anyone who loves a laugh.

Vancouver | The Vancity Culture Lab | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Comedy

East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood

Recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, The Cultch recommends East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood for ages 5 and up.

Vancouver | York Theatre | 2:00 pm to 3:10 pm | Family

A Christmas Carol

Ba-humbug indeed! Dufflebag Theatre returns to The Centre with the seasonal classic A Christmas Carol.

Chilliwack | HUB International Theatre | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Kids

Ballet BC Presents Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballets: Nutcracker

Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet captures the imagination with this charming Canadian retelling of the beloved holiday classic, the Nutcracker.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Dance

Christmas Presence

Join our eclectic gathering of musicians and actors for a night of music, stories, poems, and readings for the holiday season.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Theatre

Alice in Wonderland

Affordable, family friendly fun in the midst of the holiday season! Outlandish creatures and quizzical conversations fill the stage as Alchemy Theatre brings you one of the most imaginative tales ever written

Vancouver | Studio 1398 on Granville Island | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Theatre

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson

Vancouver | The Waterfront Theatre | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Kids

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Comedy

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

The Nutcracker Suite

Join the Vancouver Pops Symphony, with guest conductor Dr. Jonathan Girard, for the must see concert event of the season. The Vancouver Pops will be teaming up with the 45th Ave Jazz Band to bring you Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts | 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Music

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Nutcracker

The Nutcracker presented by Seymour Dance

North Vancouver | Centennial Theatre | 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm | Dance

Royal City Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker

Experience the magic of The Nutcracker this holiday season with RCYB’s full length ballet, featuring a cast of 100+ dedicated and enthusiastic dancers, under the artistic direction of Dolores Kirkwood, OBC.

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm | Dance

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Holiday Heights at Bloedel Conservatory

Experience a winter wonderland inside the Bloedel Conservatory with magical lights, festive music, a holiday scavenger hunt and much more

Vancouver | Bloedel Floral Conservatory | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Christmas in Williams Park

The annual Christmas in Williams Park in Langley is a FREE family and community event. View the spectacular show of lights as you drive or walk through the park.

Langley | Williams Park | 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Carol Ships Parade of Lights Dinner Cruise

The Carol Ships Parade of Lights began more than 50 years ago with a single boat decorated with Christmas lights in Coal Harbour.

Vancouver | Just East of Edgewater Casino | 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

Carol City light tour nights-Suggested tour routes. Inner harbour tour

Providing a traditional carol ship...Carol Ships Parade of Lights is a community event that has become one of the premier attractions during the December holiday season

Vancouver | Canada Place | 7:00 pm to 8:45 pm | Show

Carol City light tour nights-Suggested tour routes. Outer harbour

Providing a traditional carol ship...Carol Ships Parade of Lights is a community event that has become one of the premier attractions during the December holiday season

Vancouver | Granville Island | 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

As You Read It: A Shakespeare Reading Party

As You Read It is a free bi-weekly event for Shakespeare fans to gather and keep building on their Bardic knowledge.

Vancouver | Instant Studios | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Lecture

Black Bear Band Winter Concert

Enjoy an evening of music and fun with the Black Bear Band at our annual Winter Concert.

West Vancouver | Kay Meek Centre for the Performing Arts | 7:00 pm to 8:45 pm | Music

Winter Harp at Westacres

Join Winter Harp’s original narrator Alan Woodland with Lori Pappajohn and fellow musicians on harps, cello, violin, medieval instruments, percussion and singing in the most intimate Winter Harp concert you will ever attend.

Maple Ridge | Westacres | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

VSO: A Traditional Christmas

It is the Holiday music tradition: The VSO’s Traditional Christmas concerts, featuring host Christopher Gaze, EnChor, the UBC Opera Ensemble, and the VSO’s new Assistant Conductor, William Rowson.

Vancouver | St. Andrew's Wesley United Church | 7:30 pm to 9:15 pm | Music

Rookie Night

Rookie Nights feature our Rookie League players, who have all successfully completed improv training via the Improv Comedy Institute

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Comedy

Streetfight Improv! by Instant Theatre

An Improv Comedy Battle Royal

Vancouver | Havana Theatre | 7:30 pm to 8:45 pm | Comedy

Shane Thomas Jolie & Seb Mark Paulse, Redbird, Matt Cairns, Kazhmere

Live Acts CanadShane Thomas Jolie & Seb Mark Paulse with guests Redbird, Matt Cairns and Kazhmere, Sunday December 11th at Studio Records

Vancouver | Studio Records | 7:45 pm to 11:30 pm | Music

A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens

A Christmas Classic

White Rock | Peninsula Productions | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

The Geekenders Present: The Rocky Horror Show

On June 16, 1973, director Jim Sharman debuted a musical that would warp time, space, and sweet transvestites for ever… The Rocky Horror Show.

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Christmas Presence

Join our eclectic gathering of musicians and actors for a night of music, stories, poems, and readings for the holiday season.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Audio/Video

Audio/Video is improv inspired by the worlds of film and music. Improvised films? Got it. Extreme close ups? Totally. Sing alongs? Better believe it.

Vancouver | Havana Theatre | 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Kitsilano Ladies Night f/Playboyz - 50 Shades Darker

The Canadian Playboyz are Canada’s premier and most popular Revue. We are the only cross country touring Revue . We come through every province and look forward to having you at one of our events

Vancouver | Fairview Pub | 9:00 pm to 11:30 pm | Show

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

Christmas Train at Bear Creek Park

Visit with Santa & receive a candy cane, children do activities on our platform and take a train ride through the Christmas forest

Surrey | Bear Creek Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum | 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Holiday Heights at Bloedel Conservatory

Experience a winter wonderland inside the Bloedel Conservatory with magical lights, festive music, a holiday scavenger hunt and much more

Vancouver | Bloedel Floral Conservatory | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Christmas in Williams Park

The annual Christmas in Williams Park in Langley is a FREE family and community event. View the spectacular show of lights as you drive or walk through the park.

Langley | Williams Park | 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

First Christmas in Canada Concert by The Chinese Canadian Military Museum Society

The Naden Band of the Royal Canadian Navy perform First Christmas in Canada Concert at the Playhouse, Dec 12, 2016.

Vancouver | Vancouver Playhouse | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

Andra Day at Commodore Ballroom

Cassandra Monique "Andra" Batie, known professionally as Andra Day, is an American singer and songwriter from San Diego, California who is currently signed to Warner Bros. Records.

Vancouver | Commodore Ballroom | 7:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Music

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

Christmas Presence

Join our eclectic gathering of musicians and actors for a night of music, stories, poems, and readings for the holiday season.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Canada Responds to the Holocaust, 1944-45

Canada Responds to the Holocaust, 1944-45 explores interactions between Canadians in Europe and survivors of the Holocaust at the close of the Second World War and in the immediate postwar era

Vancouver | Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre | 9:00 am to 4:00 pm | History

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings

Join us for the new exhibition of H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition

Christmas Train at Bear Creek Park

Visit with Santa & receive a candy cane, children do activities on our platform and take a train ride through the Christmas forest

Surrey | Bear Creek Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

Corbin Union: Inversus Mundi

Miruna Dragan, Jason De Haan, Kris Lindskoog, Warren McLachlan, Karly Mortimer, Jeremy Pavka, Kylie B. Ward: Inversus Mundi

Vancouver | Unit/Pitt Projects | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Impossible Worlds

Award winning Vancouver Island based photographer Lisa Graham established Seadance Photography in 2009 and specializes in underwater portraits with an artistic flair.

New Westminster | The Plaskett Gallery | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Meredith Willson's: The Music Man

The rousing classic about a charming con man and his seventy-six trombones.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Musical

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum | 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Holiday Heights at Bloedel Conservatory

Experience a winter wonderland inside the Bloedel Conservatory with magical lights, festive music, a holiday scavenger hunt and much more

Vancouver | Bloedel Floral Conservatory | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

The Talking, Thinking, Dancing Body

A facilitated conversation about aesthetics, context and artistic process led by Artist-in-Residence Justine A. Chambers and Sadira Rodrigues.

Vancouver | The Dance Centre | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Lecture | Free

Christmas in Williams Park

The annual Christmas in Williams Park in Langley is a FREE family and community event. View the spectacular show of lights as you drive or walk through the park.

Langley | Williams Park | 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

Jake Shimabukuro

Jake Shimabukuro is a ukulele virtuoso and composer known for his fast and complex finger work. His music combines elements of jazz, blues, funk, rock, bluegrass, classical, folk, and flamenco.

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts | 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood

Recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, The Cultch recommends East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood for ages 5 and up.

Vancouver | York Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:10 pm | Family

Presented with Vancouver Jewish Film Festival: In Search of Israeli Cuisine

A portrait of the Israeli people told through food. Americans see Israelis and Palestinians as always in conflict.

Vancouver | The Norman Rothstein Theatre | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Film

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Musical

Potted Potter

All seven Harry Potter books in seventy hilarious minutes! The Unauthorized Harry Experience. A Parody by Dan and Jeff

Vancouver | Vogue Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Comedy

The Fictional’s Hot Improv Tuesdays

The Fictionals Comedy Co. present award-winning improv comedy every Tuesday night at Cafe Deux Soleils

Vancouver | Cafe Deux Soleils | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Comedy

Christmas Presence

Join our eclectic gathering of musicians and actors for a night of music, stories, poems, and readings for the holiday season.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Canada Responds to the Holocaust, 1944-45

Canada Responds to the Holocaust, 1944-45 explores interactions between Canadians in Europe and survivors of the Holocaust at the close of the Second World War and in the immediate postwar era

Vancouver | Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre | 9:00 am to 4:00 pm | History

Meredith Willson's: The Music Man

The rousing classic about a charming con man and his seventy-six trombones.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 10:00 am to 12:30 am | Musical

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings

Join us for the new exhibition of H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition

Christmas Train at Bear Creek Park

Visit with Santa & receive a candy cane, children do activities on our platform and take a train ride through the Christmas forest

Surrey | Bear Creek Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family

North Shore Green Markets Christmas Market

Christmas @ the Shipyards

North Vancouver | The Shipyards | 11:00 am to 6:00 pm | Market | Free

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

Corbin Union: Inversus Mundi

Miruna Dragan, Jason De Haan, Kris Lindskoog, Warren McLachlan, Karly Mortimer, Jeremy Pavka, Kylie B. Ward: Inversus Mundi

Vancouver | Unit/Pitt Projects | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

Impossible Worlds

Award winning Vancouver Island based photographer Lisa Graham established Seadance Photography in 2009 and specializes in underwater portraits with an artistic flair.

New Westminster | The Plaskett Gallery | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

SFU Woodward's Presents: Bah! Humbug!

Bah! Humbug! returns for a seventh year featuring Juno-Award Winning musician Jim Byrnes* as Ebenezer Scrooge. Don't miss this festive, seasonal Woodward's tradition!

Vancouver | Goldcorp Centre for the Arts | 1:00 pm to 3:15 pm | Theatre

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum | 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm | Comedy

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm | Musical

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Holiday Heights at Bloedel Conservatory

Experience a winter wonderland inside the Bloedel Conservatory with magical lights, festive music, a holiday scavenger hunt and much more

Vancouver | Bloedel Floral Conservatory | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Christmas in Williams Park

The annual Christmas in Williams Park in Langley is a FREE family and community event. View the spectacular show of lights as you drive or walk through the park.

Langley | Williams Park | 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Holiday Cookie Class: Decorate & Bake by The Uncommon Cafe and Tartine & Maple Cuisine

This super fun interactive event is co-hosted with Lisa from the Uncommon cafe!

Vancouver | The Uncommon Café | 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm | Family

Performer & Pianist Lyndon Davies

Enjoy Holiday Cheer at the Market on December 14th. Lyndon Davies, a local performer, will be singing all the Christmas classics during the extended hours at the Market.

North Vancouver | Lonsdale Quay Market | 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm | Music | Free

Carol Ships Parade of Lights Dinner Cruise

The Carol Ships Parade of Lights began more than 50 years ago with a single boat decorated with Christmas lights in Coal Harbour.

Vancouver | Just East of Edgewater Casino | 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

Chris Tomlin - Adore Christmas Tour, featuring Matt Redman

Chris Tomlin - Adore Christmas Tour, featuring Matt Redman at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver. Dec 14, 2016.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood

Recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, The Cultch recommends East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood for ages 5 and up.

Vancouver | York Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:10 pm | Family

Carol City light tour nights-Suggested tour routes. Inner harbour tour

Providing a traditional carol ship...Carol Ships Parade of Lights is a community event that has become one of the premier attractions during the December holiday season

Vancouver | Canada Place | 7:00 pm to 8:45 pm | Show

Carol City light tour nights-Suggested tour routes. Outer harbour

Providing a traditional carol ship...Carol Ships Parade of Lights is a community event that has become one of the premier attractions during the December holiday season

Vancouver | Granville Island | 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

In Flames & Hellyeah: Forged in Fire Tour 2016 at Commodore Ballroom

In Flames is a Swedish heavy metal band, which was formed by guitarist Jesper Strömblad in 1990 in Gothenburg, Sweden.

North Vancouver | Commodore Ballroom | 7:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Music

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Musical

Christmas Queen 3 The Bachelorette Edition

She’s baaaaack! The Christmas Queen, in all her nasty, bitchy glory is returning this holiday season with the latest installment in the series, Christmas Queen 3 - The Bachelorette Edition.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

VSO: A Traditional Christmas

It is the Holiday music tradition: The VSO’s Traditional Christmas concerts, featuring host Christopher Gaze, EnChor, the UBC Opera Ensemble, and the VSO’s new Assistant Conductor, William Rowson.

Delta | South Delta Baptist Church | 7:30 pm to 9:15 pm | Music

Ken Lavigne's Christmas Musical Roadshow 2016

In the Ken Lavigne Christmas RoadShow, Ken takes a loving look back to the great radio shows of old.

Chilliwack | HUB International Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:45 pm | Musical

Cirque du Soleil: Toruk – The First Flight

Inspired by James Cameron’s Avatar, Cirque du Soleil transports you to the world of Pandora in a visually stunning live setting. Experience a storytelling odyssey through a new world of imagination, discovery and possibility.

Vancouver | Pacific Coliseum | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Potted Potter

All seven Harry Potter books in seventy hilarious minutes! The Unauthorized Harry Experience. A Parody by Dan and Jeff

Vancouver | Vogue Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Comedy

Meredith Willson's: The Music Man

The rousing classic about a charming con man and his seventy-six trombones.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Musical

Y. Galtsev "Concert for Inner Circle". Юрий Гальцев – Бенефис для своих

Популярный юморист, актер театра и кино, мастер эстрадного жанра, Гальцев всегда создает рядом с собой удивительно теплую атмосферу.

Burnaby | Michael J. Fox Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Comedy

B3 Kings with Denzal Sinclaire

Cap Jazz. The B3 KINGS were formed in 2002 for a Christmas concert at Cory Weeds’ Cellar Jazz Club in Vancouver, BC.

North Vancouver | Capilano University | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

Van Django - Cool Yule! Christmas Show

Time again to be Wowed by Van Django’s 4th annual Cool Yule! Christmas Show - a high level, musical adventure that delivers fun, festive and seasonal music via nostalgic favourites, jazz standards, pop tunes, classical quotes, and sing-alongs

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Holy Mo: a Christmas Show

Folly, Guff, and Buffoona are back! And this time, it’s Christmas.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:20 pm | Performing Arts

After the Fall: EDAM Studio Theatre

Presenting new work by guest choreographers Julianne Chapple and Shay Kuebler. Also featuring a new work by EDAM's Artistic Director Peter Bingham.

Vancouver | EDAM Studio Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

Tig Notaro

Tig Notaro is a standup comedian, storyteller, and writer originally from Mississippi.

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts | 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm | Comedy

Sweater Beats with Pell: Fortune

Captivating audiences around the world with his unique blend of dance music and R&B, Sweater Beats brings his LIVE set to Fortune Sound Clubwith support from Pell & Different Sleep

Vancouver | Fortune Sound Club | 9:00 pm to 1:00 am | Music

Firecracker!

Dynamite Ladies. Explosive Comedy. Our all-female show featuring some of the best improvisers in Canada. Enjoy this show at half-price

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:15 pm to 10:15 pm | Comedy

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Vancouver | Robson Square Ice Rink | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Peak of Christmas. Visit Vancouver's North Pole

Celebrate the magic of the season with Grouse Mountain’s annual Peak of Christmas celebration.

North Vancouver | Grouse Mountain | 9:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Country Christmas Magic Delights at Timberline Ranch

The Timberline Ranch Country Christmas is a unique–yet traditional–family-oriented Christmas experience complete with lit trees, interactive scenes, and music.

Maple Ridge | Timberline Ranch | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Family

Canada Responds to the Holocaust, 1944-45

Canada Responds to the Holocaust, 1944-45 explores interactions between Canadians in Europe and survivors of the Holocaust at the close of the Second World War and in the immediate postwar era

Vancouver | Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre | 9:00 am to 4:00 pm | History

Christmas at the Cannery - Festival of Trees

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present this year’s Festival of Trees inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Celebrate Christmas at FlyOver Canada

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

Vancouver | Canada Place | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings

Join us for the new exhibition of H.E. Bergman & Season's Greetings at the Burnaby Art Gallery.

Burnaby | Burnaby Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 4:30 pm | Exhibition

Christmas Train at Bear Creek Park

Visit with Santa & receive a candy cane, children do activities on our platform and take a train ride through the Christmas forest

Surrey | Bear Creek Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family

North Shore Green Markets Christmas Market

Christmas @ the Shipyards

North Vancouver | The Shipyards | 11:00 am to 6:00 pm | Market | Free

The 7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

The Vancouver Christmas Market has grown & is in a new location for 2016: the Jack Poole Plaza at Canada Place.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

Corbin Union: Inversus Mundi

Miruna Dragan, Jason De Haan, Kris Lindskoog, Warren McLachlan, Karly Mortimer, Jeremy Pavka, Kylie B. Ward: Inversus Mundi

Vancouver | Unit/Pitt Projects | 12:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

2nd Annual Community Holiday Luncheon

Share in the spirit of the holidays at the 2nd annual Holiday Luncheon at the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier in North Vancouver

North Vancouver | Pinnacle Hotel | 12:30 am to 3:00 pm | Food / Wine

Impossible Worlds

Award winning Vancouver Island based photographer Lisa Graham established Seadance Photography in 2009 and specializes in underwater portraits with an artistic flair.

New Westminster | The Plaskett Gallery | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Canadian Hard of Hearing Association: Christmas Experience Show

Christmas Experience Show is happening on Thursday, December 15, 2016, at Michael J. Fox Theatre

Burnaby | Michael J. Fox Theatre | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Kids

Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel: Heritage Christmas

The holiday experience began the moment you arrived! Festive lighting and decorations greeted you at the entrance of the Village to gave you a small glimpse of the spectacular display of history and lights awaiting inside.

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum | 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Bright Nights Train and Plaza in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Park Board in conjunction with the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund presents the 19th Annual Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Give generously at the front gate.

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights at the Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s popular holiday event, Canyon Lights is back.

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Enchant Christmas Light Maze & Market

The World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze is coming to Vancouver, BC, November 2016. Eat, drink, explore and shop - experience the wonder of Enchant.

Vancouver | between the Cambie Street Bridge and Olympic Village | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Holiday Heights at Bloedel Conservatory

Experience a winter wonderland inside the Bloedel Conservatory with magical lights, festive music, a holiday scavenger hunt and much more

Vancouver | Bloedel Floral Conservatory | 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Make memories at VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden open from December 1 to January 2.

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

VSO: A Traditional Christmas

It is the Holiday music tradition: The VSO’s Traditional Christmas concerts, featuring host Christopher Gaze, EnChor, the UBC Opera Ensemble, and the VSO’s new Assistant Conductor, William Rowson.

Surrey | Bell Performing Arts Centre | 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm | Music

2016 Holiday Hi-Light Festival

8th Annual Hi-Light Festival. Month-long Christmas celebration will feature brilliant light display, live entertainment, and festive activities for the whole family

North Vancouver | Park & Tilford Gardens | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Christmas in Williams Park

The annual Christmas in Williams Park in Langley is a FREE family and community event. View the spectacular show of lights as you drive or walk through the park.

Langley | Williams Park | 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Woodward's Community Singers 2016 Workshops

Everyone Deserves Music: Come Raise Your Voice With Us For A Dose Of Collective Joy!

Vancouver | PHS Woodward | 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm | Workshop | Free

Carol Ships Parade of Lights Dinner Cruise

The Carol Ships Parade of Lights began more than 50 years ago with a single boat decorated with Christmas lights in Coal Harbour.

Vancouver | Just East of Edgewater Casino | 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Karaoke Christmas Lights - The Ultimate Christmas Tour

3 Hrs of Christmas Family Fun featuring Stanley Park’s Bright Nights Display and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights

Vancouver | Canada Place | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

TCCBC Christmas Party

TCCBC 誠摯的邀請歷任會長, 本屆理事, 與有效會員(已繳今年會費的)一起來慶祝聖誕節。

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Park | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

Open Mic Night

Green Leaf's bi-weekly Open Mic is back! Every 2 weeks, Green Leaf Brewing Co. host an Open Mic Night on Thursdays.

North Vancouver | Lonsdale Quay Market | 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Food / Wine

The Twelve Days of Christmas

Annual Lions Gate Christian Academy Christmas performance featuring the grade 6 & 7 bands

North Vancouver | Centennial Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm | Music

East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood

Recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, The Cultch recommends East Van Panto: Little Red Riding Hood for ages 5 and up.

Vancouver | York Theatre | 7:00 pm to 8:10 pm | Family

Roy Woods - Unlocked Tour

Roy Woods - Artist from Toronto, ON that's adept at effortlessly rapping and singing

Vancouver | Imperial Vancouver | 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

Alice in Wonderland

Affordable, family friendly fun in the midst of the holiday season! Outlandish creatures and quizzical conversations fill the stage as Alchemy Theatre brings you one of the most imaginative tales ever written

Vancouver | Studio 1398 on Granville Island | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

Carol City light tour nights-Suggested tour routes. Inner harbour tour

Providing a traditional carol ship...Carol Ships Parade of Lights is a community event that has become one of the premier attractions during the December holiday season

Vancouver | Canada Place | 7:00 pm to 8:45 pm | Show

Carol City light tour nights-Suggested tour routes. Outer harbour

Providing a traditional carol ship...Carol Ships Parade of Lights is a community event that has become one of the premier attractions during the December holiday season

Vancouver | Granville Island | 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

Mary Poppins

A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Musical

Christmas Queen 3 The Bachelorette Edition

She’s baaaaack! The Christmas Queen, in all her nasty, bitchy glory is returning this holiday season with the latest installment in the series, Christmas Queen 3 - The Bachelorette Edition.

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

Jingle : A Christmas Musical Spectacular

Jingle is a one of a kind, interactive and jolly Christmas show celebrating all of your favourite festive traditions and introducing a host of new ones!

New Westminster | Anvil Centre Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

SFU Woodward's Presents: Bah! Humbug!

Bah! Humbug! returns for a seventh year featuring Juno-Award Winning musician Jim Byrnes* as Ebenezer Scrooge. Don't miss this festive, seasonal Woodward's tradition!

Vancouver | Goldcorp Centre for the Arts | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Rock 'n Roll Christmas

The Original Legends of Rock n Roll presents Rock 'n Roll Christmas. Buddy Meets the Beatles brings two Rock n' Roll icons together for one show.

Chilliwack | HUB International Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

Cirque du Soleil: Toruk – The First Flight

Inspired by James Cameron’s Avatar, Cirque du Soleil transports you to the world of Pandora in a visually stunning live setting. Experience a storytelling odyssey through a new world of imagination, discovery and possibility.

Vancouver | Pacific Coliseum | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Potted Potter

All seven Harry Potter books in seventy hilarious minutes! The Unauthorized Harry Experience. A Parody by Dan and Jeff

Vancouver | Vogue Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Comedy

Robin Hood and Marion a Christmas Pantomime

Food fights ! Medieval longsword fights! Wrestling ! Fart gun attacks (by the Minion). Our annual Christmas traditional Pantomime written by Cathy Morrison

Vancouver | Metro Theatre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

Avenue Q

Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate who arrives in New York City looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life.

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

The Day Before Christmas

Surviving the perfect holiday disaster

Vancouver | BMO Theatre Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Comedy

VSO: A Traditional Christmas

It is the Holiday music tradition: The VSO’s Traditional Christmas concerts, featuring host Christopher Gaze, EnChor, the UBC Opera Ensemble, and the VSO’s new Assistant Conductor, William Rowson.

Surrey | Bell Performing Arts Centre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

Meredith Willson's: The Music Man

The rousing classic about a charming con man and his seventy-six trombones.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm | Musical

Music for the Winter Solstice

With a holiday feel that skips the schmultz, highlights include the return of Caroline Shaw, along with a new solstice-inspired carol by Nicole Lizée.

Vancouver | Heritage Hall | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

David Feherty - Live Off Tour

David Feherty is a former professional golfer on the European Tour and PGA Tour. He now works as a writer and broadcaster with NBC Sports and Golf Channel.

Vancouver | Chan Centre for the Performing Arts | 8:00 pm to 9:45 pm | Show

The SantaLand Diaries

The SantaLand Diaries is a backstage pass to the secret lives of elves. “The funniest Christmas play ever written” is a biting and slightly fictionalized account of humourist David Sedaris’ time as one of Macy’s store Christmas elves.

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Theatre

Holy Mo: a Christmas Show

Folly, Guff, and Buffoona are back! And this time, it’s Christmas.

Vancouver | Pacific Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:20 pm | Performing Arts

The Critical Hit Show: A DNDLive Holiday Spectacular

The live, smash hit epic comedy returns for another round of monthly medieval merriment. It’s THE CRITICAL HIT SHOW!

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Comedy

Rogue Cop: Explosive Holiday Improv by Instant Theatre

Instant’s holiday tradition continues with a high-ocatane, action packed Christmas show

Vancouver | Havana Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

Ok Tinder - Swipe Right Comedy

The good, bad and the laughable of Vancouver’s dating scene. Enjoy this show at half-price with Half Price Hilarity

Vancouver | The Improv Centre | 9:15 pm to 10:15 pm | Comedy

Official Unlocked After Party hosted by Roy Wood$

Alexander Gastown presents: Official Unlocked After Party hosted by Roy Woods with guests Mcevoy, Jay Branks, Sailor Gerry

Vancouver | Alexander Gastown | 10:00 pm to 2:00 am | Music