Metro Vancouver events on December 16, 2023

An Arts Club Silver Commission: Mom’s The Word: Talkin’ Turkey

The Hilarious Holiday Hit Returns

Vancouver | Granville Island Stage | 1:30 am to 9:00 pm | Show

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

11Th Annual Winter Solstice Run

A festive grassroots feel good event that will leave you feeling merry and bright! The Winter Solstice Run is all about raising community spirit: the spirits of the participants & the spirits of those in need in our local community

Port Coquitlam | PocoTrail/TCT: Cedar Drive & Victoria Drive | 8:00 am to 1:00 pm | Active Life / Health

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

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

Shipyards Vendors annual Christmas Artisan Market

Local Artisan Market

North Vancouver | Shipyards | 10:00 am to 6:00 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

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

Pop-Up Markets @ Heritage Hall

Find us around town for our 2023 Autumn & Holiday Pop-Up Markets!

Vancouver | Heritage Hall | 11:00 am to 5:00 pm | Market

Canyon Lights

Explore an Enchanting Winter Wonderland

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

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

Christmas With Chor Leoni

The colours and sounds of the season served up as only Chor Leoni can. Celebrate the holidays immersed in the sound of Vancouver’s singing lions.

Vancouver | St. Andrew's-Wesley United Church | 11:00 am to 9:30 pm | Music

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

Winter Wonderland at Civic Plaza. anta’s Workshop

Looking for a free, family-friendly event that captures the magic of the holidays? Look no further! Civic Plaza will be transformed into Santa’s Workshop on both Saturday, December 16, and Sunday, December 17

North Vancouver | Civic Plaza | 11:00 am to 3:00 pm | Family | Free

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

Vancouver Winter Market 2023

Join us for our 3rd year at Roundhouse Community Centre! 60+ vendors each day, food, hot drinks, christmas music and more!

Vancouver | Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre | 11:00 am to 6:00 pm | Market

Tsawwassen Springs. Festival Of Lights 2023

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

Tsawwassen | Tsawwassen Springs | 12:00 am to 11:59 pm | Family

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

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella

Bring the whole family to experience the timeless tale of Cinderella like never before in this captivating musical adaptation. Step into a world where magic dances, dreams come true, and kindness triumphs against all odds

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 1:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

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

Glen Pine Holiday Variety Show

Celebrate the holiday season with a wonderful variety show.

Coquitlam | Glen Pine Pavilion | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Show

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

Cinderella A Pantomime

Come and sing along with toe-tapping music, groan at corny old jokes, cheer the good guys and boo the bad in another hilariously funny show with sparkling sets and colourful costumes

Surrey | Surrey Arts Centre | 2:00 pm to 10:30 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

Goh Ballet's The Nutcracker

Experience Clara’s dream come to life as she embarks on a magical journey through the Land of Snow, across the Lemonade Sea, to the Kingdom of Sweets where she is greeted by the enchanting Sugar Plum Fairy.

Vancouver | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | 2:00 pm to 5:00 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

Hallelujah Anyhow! Universal Gospel Choir in concert with Marcus Mosely

Join the Universal Gospel Choir with guest soloist Marcus Mosely as they present ""Hallelujah Anyhow"" December 15 & 16

Vancouver | Canadian Memorial United Church | 3:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

Paragon Singers, Laudate Singers & Conductor Lars Kaario: Handel's Messiah

Get into the holiday spirit with Laudate Singers, Paragon Singers, soloists, a Baroque Orchestra, and conductor Lars Kaario for a Saturday afternoon performance of Handel's Messiah.

West Vancouver | West Vancouver United Church | 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Music

Balboa Open Practice

Join your fellow Balboa enthusiasts for an open practice session!

New Westminster | Anvil Centre | 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm | Dance

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

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra presents: Traditional Christmas

The annual tradition returns! Celebrate the holiday season with family and friends as you gather to hear your favourite carols and Christmas music sung by special guest soloists and performed live by the VSO

Vancouver | The Orpheum | 4:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Music

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

PNE Winter Fair Presented by BCAA

The PNE Winter Fair is back and more festive than ever! Holiday Lights, Food, Skating, Ice Bumper Cars, Shows, Shopping, PNE Holiday Express

Vancouver | PNE/Playland | 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Fair

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

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

Burnaby Village Museum: Bright in Burnaby

Join us for the official launch of Heritage Christmas with a special tree lighting ceremony at 6 pm. Proceeds during Bright in Burnaby night from the carousel rides will go to the Burnaby Christmas Bureau with Concord Pacific matching the donations

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family | Free

Holiday in Paradise Skate Party

Let's Rolla! Assemble your crew, and dress to impress. Groove to the music, hit the selfie station, and skate the night away with us at Rollerland!

Vancouver | Rolla Skate Club | 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Party

UFC 296: Edwards vs. Covington

Catch UFC 296 on the big screens at Match New West!

New Westminster | Match Eatery & Public House | 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Sports

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

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

Christmas at Richmond Pentecostal Church (RPC)

Join us on either nights with your family and friends, as we embark on this musical journey to find the true meaning of Christmas!

Richmond | Richmond Pentecostal Church | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Family | Free

Vancouver Giants vs Prince George Cougars

The Vancouver Giants face off against the Prince George Cougars on Saturday, December 16th 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 | 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Show

Shield Maiden

Presented by Anvil Theatre, Written and performed by Melanie Teichroeb

New Westminster | Anvil Centre | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Performing Arts

Xxxmas Snow Party - A Famous 5

This is a FAMOUS FIVE PARTY. Book now as this is one of our most popular parties of the year - expecting over 300 in attendance

New Westminster | 7:30 pm to 2:00 am | Party

Christmas Boat Party Cruise Vancouver 2023: Party With Santa

Ho Ho Ho! Vancouver Boat Parties brings you Christmas Boat Party Cruise Vancouver 2023 - the biggest Christmas holiday boat party in Vancouver!

Vancouver | Burrard Queen | 8:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Party

O Come All Ye Soulful

Turn up the dial on your holiday spirit with a celebration of soul music!

Surrey | Surrey City Hall | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Music

The Cascadia Party Winter Gathering 2023 With King Curtis & The Cascadians

Get ready for the ultimate winter bash with Koji Aiken, Chatter Box, Based Adonis, Alien Juice, Val Vibes, Nautika, King Vlad & King Curtis!

Vancouver | Cascadia Sound Club | 9:00 pm to 3:00 am | Party

2023 Year End Bachata Party

End Of The Year Bachata Party!!!

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

We Are The Night Saturdays [latin | Reggaeton | Edm]

Vancouver Latin Saturday is happening at Studio Nightclub with Dj Cachete, Rumpus, Rico and Luis playing the best Latin, Brazilian and Top 40’

Vancouver | Studio Nightclub | 9:30 pm to 3:30 am | Dance

The Emo Nightmare Before Christmas: Emo Night Vancouver at Hollywood Theatre

Vancouver, on Saturday December 16th, we'll have Halloween on Christmas. And in the night, we'll wish this never ends! We're spinning your fav classic emo anthems all night long

Vancouver | Hollywood Theatre | 10:00 pm to 2:00 am | Party