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Who’s been naughty and Who's been Nice this year? Who even cares? Instead of judging yourself, come and judge 6 comedians instead. Instead of coal, come fill your stockings with lols, at the most wonderful stand-up comedy event of the year! This live comedy taping will include 6 of Vancouver’s
Celebrate the season at the official launch of Flavours of Hope Cafe at Granville Island Public Market! After a successful soft opening, this year-round community space is ready to welcome guests with festive food, cultural stories, and holiday cheer. Enjoy seasonal samples and special menu items from five immigrant women-owned
Let’s get together and celebrate Yalda! An intimate gathering in North Vancouver. • Only 35 spots • Ticket $60 • Includes dinner, dancing, DJ, and prizes • Bring your own drinks Expect a warm night with a small group and strong Yalda energy. Private location in North Vancouver (location shared
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
Enjoy a Festive Morning of Wonder & Awe 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
Join us for our Holiday Night Markets at the Pipe Shop, a series of five cozy evenings filled with handcrafted gifts, artisan goods, seasonal treats, and local makers you’ll love discovering. Each night features a fresh mix of vendors, so there’s always something new to explore. Bring your crew, bundle
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
Fashion and lifestyle brand, Brunette the Label, is popping up with a storefront on Vancouver’s iconic Robson Street. The Brunette the Label Pop-Up is now open until December 15th, offering visitors a chance to shop the inclusive brand’s latest collections of cozy sweaters, sweat sets, and effortless knits as well
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
New Year's Eve 2025 at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver with Federico Fuoco! Enjoy a delicious 4-course meal, a night of dancing & party favours! Bid farewell to the first quarter of this century in style at the beautiful Fairmont Hotel Vancouver in the Pacific Ballroom! Enjoy a delicious 4-course meal
A shimmer in the dark, a whisper in the room, a secret waiting to be found. Join us this New Year’s Eve, as Prophecy transforms into a world of sparkle and intrigue for Champagne & Secrets, a celebration of music, movement, and midnight magic. Tickets: $50 standing or $30 with
Start the new year on ice with a free, family-friendly skate at the Richmond Olympic Oval, proudly presented by Scotiabank! Whether you're a pro on skates or lacing up for the first time, this event is a fun and festive way to welcome 2026.