Metro Vancouver events on December 1, 2023

BC Children’s Hospital Foundation Festival of Trees

Festival of Trees, presented by Scotiabank, brings local businesses and organizations along with members of the community together in support of BC Children’s Hospital Foundation

Vancouver | Fairmont Hotel Vancouver | 7:00 am to 11:00 pm | Family

Lights of Hope

Be part of the 26th annual lighting celebration

Vancouver | St.Pauls Hospital | 8:00 am to 11:59 pm | Family

Potters Christmas Store

The Christmas Store at Potters is the destination to find tens of thousands of holiday-related items

Surrey | Potters | 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Market

Welcome to the 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

James Cameron – Challenging The Deep

In this immersive exhibition, James Cameron takes visitors into a world filled with wonder and awe

Vancouver | Science World at TELUS World of Science | 9:30 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

2023 Winter Wonderland Pop Up Market

Delta | Ladner Village Arts and Crafts | 9:30 am to 9:00 pm | Market

Carousel Theatre For Young People Production: Snow White By Greg Banks

A “Once Upon a Time” tale re-imagined for twice as much fun! Not your traditional Snow White, this clever twist on the beloved fairy tale is a two-actor take that’s irresistibly playful and oh-so smart

Vancouver | Waterfront Theatre | 10:00 am to 8:30 pm | Performing Arts

Winter Treasures Artisan Market

Don't miss the 10th annual Winter Treasures Artisan Market!

Port Moody | Port Moody Arts Centre | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market

Exhibition: Artrich 2023

The Richmond Arts Coalition (RAC) in partnership with the Richmond Art Gallery, is pleased to present the fifth edition of ArtRich

Richmond | Richmond Art Gallery | 10:00 am to 6:00 pm | Exhibition

Flyover Canada: Soar With Santa

Flying with Santa is a big, bold experience and elicits equally big reactions. This holiday season, Soar with Santa across Canada and the North Pole in an original cinematic experience

Vancouver | FlyOver Canada | 10:00 am to 8:30 pm | Family

Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair

Join us for the 42nd Annual Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair

Coquitlam | Poirier Sport & Leisure Centre | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Fair

Space Explorers: The Infinite

The World's Most Captivating Immersive Space Experience Inspired By Nasa Missions

Vancouver | Rocky Mountaineer Station | 10:00 am to 8:00 pm | Family

Canyon Lights

Explore an Enchanting Winter Wonderland

North Vancouver | Capilano Suspension Bridge Park | 11:00 am to 9:00 pm | Family

Krampusmarkt 2023

Merry Krampusnacht! Strange Fellows Brewing and OH Studio Project are thrilled to announce the dates of KRAMPUSMARKT 2023!

Vancouver | Strange Fellows Brewing | 11:00 am to 10:00 pm | Market

Vancouver Christmas Market

One of Vancouver’s most beloved Christmas events is back at Jack Poole Plaza

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 11:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family

Santaland Photos

Meet Santa at Metropolis at Metrotown! Delightfully in magic!

Burnaby | Metrotown at Metropolis | 11:00 am to 8:00 pm | Family

Baking Time

It’s a recipe for pure joy! Expect baking antics, lively music, and lots of opportunities for the audience to safely join in on the fun

North Vancouver | Presentation House Theatre | 11:00 am to 5:00 pm | Performing Arts

Holiday Alley

Join us for this year’s Holiday Alley! Shop for the perfect local gifts in this curated pop-up market

North Vancouver | The Alley (at The Quay) | 11:00 am to 6:00 pm | Market

Tinseltown: The Christmas Speakeasy "Where Everyday is Christmas"

Get yourself in a chestnut-warming holiday mood with a festive-hugging visit to this cozy Christmas-themed pop-up bar

Vancouver | Vancouver Alpen Club | 1:00 pm to 2:00 am | Party

Ice Skating to the North Vancouver’s Shipyards Rink

North Vancouver’s impressive 12,000 square foot skating rink in The Shipyards is set to open again this December and it’s free for all

North Vancouver | The Shipyards | 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Family | Free

Burnaby Village Museum: Heritage Christmas

Come experience Heritage Christmas presented by Concord Pacific at Burnaby Village Museum. Enjoy the special atmosphere of festive lights and the traditional decorations

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

Elf: The Musical

The Tale Of A Human Who Thinks He’s An Elf

Vancouver | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage | 1:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Musical

The Cultch Presents East Van Panto: Beauty and the Beast

Bright, business-minded Belle has always been different from other kids growing up on the Drive. Her nose is always stuck in a book—a general ledger book that is!

Vancouver | York Theatre | 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Performing Arts

An Arts Club Theatre Company Presentation The Gingerbread Men: A Holiday Cabaret

Come cozy up with The Gingerbread Men this winter! Prepare to be whisked away on a dough-lightful cabaret of classic holiday songs and merriment

Vancouver | Newmont Stage at the BMO Theatre Centre | 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Vetta Chamber Music Presents Concert Two - Serenades & Divertimenti

Our all-woman ensemble of the mentorship program is back by popular demand, this time a dynamic string orchestra playing Mozart, Bartók and Dvořák!

Vancouver | West Point Grey United Church | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Music

Puss In Boots: The Panto

Poor Jack! His father, the miller, has died and left most of his fortune to Jack’s ne’er-do-well brothers. All Jack gets is a pussycat. But what a pussycat!

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 2:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Performing Arts

Wishing Tree Lighting Ceremony

Come and celebrate the opening of Shine Bright New West, with a lighting ceremony for the Wishing Tree in Moody Park!

New Westminster | Moody Park | 3:00 pm to 11:50 pm | Family

The Bright Ride the Stanley Park

The Bright Nights Train is back on the rails for 2023!

Vancouver | Stanley Park | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Christmas Glow Langley

Experience the Magic: Outdoor Family-Friendly Walk-around Festival

Langley | Glow Gardens Langley | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Shine Bright Downtown

Celebrate the holidays in New Westminster’s historic Downtown with lighting installations for folks from all backgrounds

New Westminster | Hyack Square and throughout Downtown | 4:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Family

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Step into a botanical wonderland this holiday season at VanDusen Festival of Lights

Vancouver | VanDusen Botanical Garden | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Port Moody Winter Markets

Join us Dec 1 + 8 to shop over 50+ local vendors, enjoy local brews from Brave, Santa's Workshop and more!

Port Moody | SITE B COMMUNITY CENTRE | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Market

Lights at Lafarge

Produced by the City of Coquitlam and presented by Coquitlam Centre, Lights at Lafarge is Metro Vancouver’s largest free outdoor winter lights display

Coquitlam | Lafarge Lake at Town Centre Park | 4:30 pm to 11:30 pm | Family | Free

Illuminate Maple Ridge

Formerly known as Glow Maple Ridge, Illuminate Maple Ridge represents an evolved iteration of our community holiday experience

Maple Ridge | Memorial Peace Park and Maple Ridge City Centre | 4:30 pm to 11:59 pm | Family | Free

Wishing Tree Lighting Ceremony

Come and celebrate the opening of Shine Bright New West, with a lighting ceremony for the Wishing Tree in Moody Park!

New Westminster | Moody Park | 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Family

Burnaby’s Holiday Light Displays

Enjoy Burnaby’s bright lights this holiday season! From Burnaby’s parks and public spaces to your own front yard, the city is sure to be decked out in a joyous celebration of light, colour and festive spirit for the holidays

Burnaby | 5:00 pm to 7:00 am | Family | Free

Lights by the Lake

Experience the Magic of the Season with Lights by the Lake

Harrison Hot Springs | Harrison Hot Springs Promenade | 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family

Vancouver Cruises: Carol Ship Cruise Festivals

Enjoy holiday cheer, music, and a transformed winter wonderland. Indulge in diverse cuisine, sing karaoke-style, and dance on weekends. Unforgettable evenings await!

Vancouver | Queen of Diamonds | 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm | Party

Tsawwassen Springs. Festival Of Lights 2023. Tree Lighting Ceremony

Tsawwassen Springs is delighted to announce our fifth annual Festival of Lights, sponsored and decorated by families, community groups and businesses

Tsawwassen | Tsawwassen Springs | 6:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Family

Park and Tilford Gardens Christmas Hi-Lights Festival

Over 50,000 lights with even more new displays to light up our enchanted gardens and celebrate the magic of the holidays

North Vancouver | Park and Tilford Gardens | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Family

The Sounds of the Season: a reflection on light through words and music By Place des Arts

Through spoken word, music and light, feel inspired by the surrounding winter world

Coquitlam | Place des Arts | 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Music

Reflections Festival By Place des Arts

Drop by Place des Arts and Mackin House in December for activities that celebrate connections and culture in our community

Coquitlam | Place des Arts | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Festival

Dec. 1: Slow Dance Speed Dating at Gloria's Happy Hour!

Slow Drag and Traditional Blues Dance to Live Music with the Dusty House Band led by Joe Abbott

Vancouver | Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Dance

Vancouver Giants vs Kelowna Rockets

The Vancouver Giants face off against the Kelowna Rockets Friday, December 1st at 7:00pm

Langley | Langley Events Centre | 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Sports

KOOZA in Vancouver

KOOZA combines acrobatic performance and the art of clowning, while exploring fear, identity, recognition and power.

Vancouver | Concord Pacific Place | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

John Reischman and The Jaybirds

Celebrated mandolist John Reischman leads the Jaybirds for a night of original bluegrass music and instrumental pieces from traditional Appalachian music

Burnaby | Shadbolt Centre for the Arts | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm | Music

English Cover Songs Party

Come and dance English cover- songs all night and have a good time at one of our best and most original parties!

Burnaby | World Dance | 9:00 pm to 1:00 am | Party