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Soar above Baffin Island, through the sails of the historic Bluenose II, and over the Prairies with Awaken Canada, the newest immersive flight journey by Flyover, debuts in Vancouver on June 28 (just in time for Canada Day long weekend). Awaken Canada will become the attraction’s anchor experience, celebrating Canada’s
A West Van crew. An East Van gang. One wild holiday romance in the middle of a dance battle and a housing crisis. It’s East Van Panto: West Van Story – where love gets weird and the rent’s still too darn high! When a freak atmospheric tsunami strands West Van
‘Tis the Sitcom is an improvised version of a never-before-seen sitcom about a group of friends living in the big city navigating festive dilemmas – complete with commercial breaks, seasonal TV moments, and plenty of laughter. Each performance creates a brand new sitcom on the spot, giving audiences the feeling
Explore Yaletown as it becomes a living canvas of light, art, and story with "Sonder: Life in Lights." Inspired by the idea that every passerby has a complex inner life, this free, immersive installation invites you to discover glowing projections that tell subtle stories across the neighborhood's historic streets. Follow
Set in 19th-century New England, Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women follows the four March sisters—independent Jo (Kate Besworth), traditional Meg (Elizabeth Barrett), shy Beth (Ming Hudson), and vivacious Amy (Kaitlyn Yott)—as they navigate love, loss, and the difficulties of young adulthood during the Civil War. Guided by their wise and
The 2nd annual Shipyards Christmas Market makes the holidays a little more festive with free admission for everyone. Make sure to visit the European-inspired Shipyards Christmas Market in North Vancouver, where you'll find a variety of free holiday activities, including light displays, entertainment, and photo opportunities with Santa. Stroll the
This month, Gastown is transforming into a holiday wonderland, inviting guests to experience The Magic of Gastown—a neighbourhood-wide holiday celebration filled with festive entertainment, nostalgic traditions, immersive experiences and creative displays from local businesses. Throughout the neighbourhood, visitors will encounter roaming carolers, neighbourhood elves, boutique holiday shopping, and twinkling lights
The Jingle Bar Sleighs into Vancouver! After spreading festive cheer to over 5,000 holiday lovers on the East Coast, the most magical Christmas pop-up bar is finally landing in Vancouver this December! Get ready for a dazzling season filled with twinkling lights, heartwarming holiday moments, and festive fun around every corner.
Santa’s Enchanted Elevator at Coquitlam Centre invites visitors on a magical virtual journey to the North Pole. Step inside the elevator and watch as twinkling lights, snowy forests, and playful holiday scenes unfold before the doors open to a festive photo moment. This free, family-friendly experience runs from December 5
This holiday season, Gateway Theatre invites families and theatre-lovers to experience the heartwarming story of Annie, one of the world’s best-loved musicals, from December 11 to January 3, 2026. Directed by acclaimed Canadian theatre artist, Josh Epstein, this Tony Award-winning musical has captured hearts around the globe with its toe-tapping
The Firehall Arts Centre is delighted to have Krystle Dos Santos return to its East Van stage this holiday season with A Very Merry Motown from Wednesday, December 17 to Sunday, December 28, 2025. Join award-winning Krystle Dos Santos and friends for a soulful celebration of the season with their
Step into the streets of Vancouver’s Chinatown through the lens of Fred Herzog. A new exhibit reopening the Chinatown Storytelling Center, Vitality brings together a striking selection of Herzog’s photographs, capturing daily life in Chinatown, Strathcona, and along historic Hastings St. from the 1950s to 1970s. Known for his masterful