Metro Vancouver events on December 5, 2026

Gingerbread Lane at the Hyatt 2026

Welcome to the 34th annual Gingerbread Lane! Show your creativity by building your own gingerbread creation and share it with thousands of visitors at Hyatt Regency Vancouver

Vancouver | Hyatt Regency | 8:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family | Free

St Paul’s Lights of Hope 2026

When you give to Lights of Hope, you help families at their most vulnerable moments. And you give caregivers the tools and equipment they need to help patients, residents, and families feel more comfortable

Vancouver | 8:00 am to 11:59 pm | Family | Free

WinterFest at Museum of Surrey

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season at WinterFest at Museum of Surrey! Bring your family and friends for festive fun, creative activities and special experiences that bring our community together

Surrey | Surrey Museum | 8:00 am to 8:00 pm | Family | Free

Exhibition - S F Ho: Triple Burner Flower Field

Trace connections between land, nature, and language through S F Ho’s sculptures and prints that reference traditional Chinese medicine and early written characters of Chinese oracle bone script

Surrey | Surrey Art Gallery | 9:00 am to 9:00 am | Exhibition | Free

Holiday Artisan Shop at Place des Arts 2026

Our 2026 Holiday Artisan Shop runs from November 12 to December 17 during our regular hours of operation. The Opening Reception is on November 13, 7pm-9pm

Coquitlam | Place des Arts | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market | Free

Vancouver Christmas Market: Breakfast with Santa

Join us at the Vancouver Christmas Market on Saturday the 5th of December from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a festive morning filled with delicious breakfast, Christmas cheer, and a very special visit from Santa himself.

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 9:30 am to 11:30 am | Family

Vancouver Christmas Market at the European Village

This season, step out of the city and into the Vancouver Christmas Market, where genuine European heritage comes to life: authentic wooden architecture, festive entertainment, and experiences for every age

Vancouver | Jack Poole Plaza | 10:00 am to 9:30 pm | Family

Engage with Artist in Residence Mariel Nelms

Clayton Community Centre's Artist in Residence invites community members to be co-authors of Surrey’s next chapter by exploring the influential individuals that have come before and considering our roles in the future

Surrey | Clayton Community Centre | 10:00 am to 2:00 pm | Workshop | Free

Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair 2026

Join us for the 45th Annual Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair

Coquitlam | Poirier Forum | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Fair

Exhibition: Fiona Huang - Free in the Chaos

Bringing together paintings and mixed-media works by teenage artist Fiona Huang, Free in the Chaos celebrates experimentation, play, and the freedom to follow intuition in art making

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre | 10:00 am to 9:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Bill Reid Gallery: Exhibition. Every River Has a Mouth

Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the world premiere of Every River Has a Mouth, guest curated by Snuneymuxw artist Eliot White-Hill, Kwulasultun

Vancouver | Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition

GIVEAWAY Cirque du Soleil LUZIA in Vancouver

Join us as we take you on a journey into the colorful and fantastical world of LUZIA, set in a make-believe Mexico, where you will be treated to stunning visual surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances

Vancouver | Concord Pacific Place | 11:00 am to 10:00 pm | Show

Kids Market Granville Island: Visit with Santa

Get crafty for Halloween! Create your own scratch art mask by scratching away to reveal bright, colourful designs. Make it spooky, silly or totally unique - then wear your creation for some Halloween fun!

Vancouver | Kids Market Granville Island | 11:00 am to 4:00 pm | Kids | Free

Shipyards Holiday Market: A magical Christmas on the Shore

90+ wooden chalets, an ice rink and Santa’s chalet on the waterfront. A European-style market, free to everyone every night.

North Vancouver | The Shipyards | 11:00 am to 10:00 pm | Family | Free

Let It Be Done: The Fiat Echoes Still

Let It Be Done: The Fiat Echoes Still Is An Original Musical That Connects Mary’s Courageous “yes” To God With The Struggles Of Today’s Generation

Vancouver | The Rio Theatre | 12:00 am to 8:00 pm | Musical

Shipyards Holiday Market: Skate at the market. Outdoor rink - Free to skate

Lace up those skates! The Shipyards Christmas Market is not organized by the City of North Vancouver, but their skating rink is a magical addition to our market

North Vancouver | The Shipyards | 12:00 am to 8:00 pm | Family | Free

Sensory Friendly Swims

Join us for a sensory friendly swim at participating pools!

Surrey | Various locations | 12:00 am to 3:00 pm | Active Life / Health

Wesbrook Village Holiday Market

Wesbrook Village Holiday Market returns to UBC Point Grey! Bringing even more local shopping, live music and festive community fun to Norman MacKenzie Square in the heart of Wesbrook Village, UBC

Vancouver | Wesbrook Village | 12:00 am to 9:00 pm | Market | Free

Firehall Theatre: Where The Blood Mixes By Kevin Loring

Written and directed by N'lakap'mux playwright Kevin Loring and produced by the Firehall Arts Centre, this irreverently funny and brutally honest production asks: Can a person survive their past? Can people survive their history?

Vancouver | Firehall Arts Centre | 1:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Theatre

Metro Theatre: Sleeping Beauty - A Traditional British Pantomime

Metro Theatre’s Annual British Pantomime A princess sleeps. Villains scheme. The audience shouts back. With dazzling costumes, big laughs, live music, and a dancing camel, this pantomime is holiday magic at full volume

Vancouver | Metro Theatre | 2:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Performing Arts

Burnaby Village Museum: Festive Village

Celebrate the holiday season at Festive Village. Experience the special atmosphere of festive lights and traditional decorations to get you into the holiday spirit

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum | Family

Theatre Replacement’s East Van Panto: Hercules

Vancouver’s favourite holiday tradition is back with a rip-roaring, myth-busting, protein-shaking Panto packed with laughter, music and East Van magic!

Vancouver | York Theatre | 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Theatre

Burnaby Village Museum’s Festive Village. Bright in Burnaby.

Mark your calendars for November 28 at 6:30 pm for the Bright in Burnaby tree lighting ceremony at Burnaby Village Museum’s Festive Village

Burnaby | Burnaby Village Museum | 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family

Hidden Wonders Speakeasy Magic Experience

Hidden Wonders is a speakeasy-style performance venue hidden behind a fake business facade in New Westminster’s historic downtown.

New Westminster | Hidden Wonders Showroom | 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Show

Noel Surrey with the Magic of Bright Nights

The Lower Mainland's Largest Indoor-Outdoor Christmas Festival. The magic of Bright Nights joins Noël Surrey again to create the ultimate Christmas celebration

Surrey | Cloverdale Fairgrounds | 3:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Family

Merry & Bright at Martini Town

All the magic of your favourite holiday movies brought to life in Langley, BC. Expert entertainment, non-stop wonder, and of course, a family-friendly experience

Langley | Merry & Bright at Martini Town | 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Family

Coquitlam’s Christmas Lights at Lafarge 2026

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

Coquitlam | Town Centre Park | 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family | Free

Coquitlam’s Christmas Lights at Lafarge 2026. Parade of Lights

The Parade of Lights takes place on December 5th as part of the Lights at Lafarge attractions in Coquitlam

Coquitlam | Town Centre Park | 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family | Free

All Ages Dance

This event is all about dancing. Come dance to music of your choice - afrobeat, soul, disco, pop etc!

Vancouver | Fairview Baptist Church | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Dance | Free

Harrison Lights at the Lake

Experience the Magic of the Season With Lights by the Lake

Harrison Hot Springs | Harrison Lake Plaza | 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family | Free

Astra Lumina in Stanley Park

Astra Lumina at Stanley Park: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Vancouver | Stanley Park Miniature Railway area | 6:45 pm to 8:30 pm | Family

Revival Time Open Mic and Musical Jam

Come showcase your talents at Open Mic Night at Fairview Baptist Church on the First Saturday of each month!

Vancouver | Fairview Baptist Church | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Party

Burlyesque Unwrapped By What The Frock Productions

Santas sack is full of surprises – the ultimate all-male revue! Join us for an unforgettable night of scintillating fun, festive flair, and hot performances

Vancouver | Hotel At The Waldorf | 7:30 pm to 11:00 pm | Show