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Come hungry, leave awe-struck. Begin your day with a delicious breakfast buffet and a special visit from Santa Claus, then embark on an immersive adventure across Canada and the North Pole aboard Soar with Santa. This unforgettable holiday experience includes a free souvenir photo to help you capture the magic
Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the world premiere of NDN Giver, from September 17, 2025 – January 25, 2026. Curated by the gallery’s Assistant Curator, member of the Tsiits Git’anee clan, and passionate Haida Nation scholar Amelia Rea in her solo curatorial debut, the exhibition examines reciprocity,
The Polygon Gallery presents the West Coast premiere of Lee Miller: A Photographer at Work (1932–1945) from Nov. 7, 2025–Feb. 1, 2026. This survey exhibition showcases more than 100 images taken during the renowned American photographer’s most intense and productive period: from her time as a highly sought-after studio portraitist,
Get into the holiday spirit at BC’s biggest shopping centre. This wintry season, The Met hosts a plethora of festive activities for all ages to enjoy, including the return of the Met’s beloved Santa Experience; the first-ever, free-to-enter outdoor Holiday Hive Market (Dec 6 & 7); a dance party with
It's the perfect way to beat the winter blues! Step inside downtown’s iconic heritage buildings and hear the tales of intrigue, jealousy, and murder that hide behind their walls. Stroll through the heart of Vancouver and finish with a private viewing inside the Marine Building, all while enjoying a selection
Arts Umbrella Dance Company presents Mixed Nuts, a modern and engaging twist on Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. Performed annually at the Vancouver Playhouse each December, Mixed Nuts brings together a flavoursome assortment of dance styles for an extra-special holiday treat. Performances: Friday, December 12, 7:00pm Saturday, December 13, 2:00pm Saturday, December
SPACE, a disability arts nonprofit, is putting on a first-ever celebration of stuttering art at the Beaumont! Experience an incredible evening of music, stories, and film, and help us create a Vancouver that listens better to all voices. Featuring: MUSIC FROM LUKE WYLAND - musician who stutters and curator of
Experience the magic of Christmas at Glow Langley 2025 as they introduce their new theme, "The Magic Toy Shop"! Get ready to immerse yourself in The Magical Toy Shop, where lights sparkle, toys come alive, and holiday wonder fills every corner. Highlights: BIGGER & BETTER Crystal Palace 6 NEW Magical
Experience the magic of Christmas at Glow Langley 2025 as they introduce their new theme, "The Magic Toy Shop"! Get ready to immerse yourself in The Magical Toy Shop, where lights sparkle, toys come alive, and holiday wonder fills every corner. Highlights: BIGGER & BETTER Crystal Palace 6 NEW Magical
Under the new Artistic Directorship of Christopher Stowell, Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet returns to the stage in Vancouver with its iconic production of Nutcracker. Founded in 1939, the RWB is one of North America’s most historic dance companies, known for developing some of the world’s most talented classical ballet dancers
Vancouver Mysteries presents a special edition of The Case of the Hotel Detective this Halloween season. The Case of the Hotel Detective is a collaborative murder mystery with escape room style challenges that will be set up in Room 1313 of the Delta Hotel Vancouver Downtown Suites from October 13
Disney’s FROZEN has touched the hearts of children of all ages! Experience the magic of the beloved animated movie and revel in showstopping favourites such as “Let It Go,” “For the First Time in Forever,” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” and delight in enchanting new ones. Arendelle