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Come to a Holiday Mahjong Social at Chinatown Storytelling Centre for an afternoon filled with nostalgia, community, and holiday cheer! In collaboration with Lucky Tile Mahjong, enjoy a friendly drop-in game or two of Mahjong. Bring the whole family—there will be mahjong-themed holiday gifts available at Foo Hung Curios and a
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
Enjoy a tasty lunch for a great cause! Join us December 2, 2025 (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM) at ACCESS Head Office, 108-100 Park Royal South, West Vancouver. $18 admission includes chili, bannock, and a drink, plus baked goodies, raffles, and a 50/50 draw. Proceeds support ACCESS and Urban Spirit
Grapes to Glass is a four-session Wine Education and Tasting Series. You will use your senses as you learn about the important elements of wine production, from grape-growing to enjoying the finished product, with a special focus on B.C. wines. Over the course of these sessions, you will taste over
Get ready for a night of wonder at After Dark: Chillusions — Winter Magic Edition! This 19+ event transforms Science World into a dazzling winter escape where science and magic intertwine. With a drink in hand, explore how illusions bend reality and uncover the science behind the tricks that leave
The UBC Farm's community workshops (Fall Series) are now available for registration! The UBC Farm offers a robust lineup of 50-70 workshops year-round covering a range of topics, such as gardening, cooking, baking, food preservation, herbs, plant walks, foraging, arts, wellness, and more. New offerings this fall include Children's Workshops,
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.
Get ready for the hottest ticket in town: The Smoke Show is back by overwhelming demand for its highly anticipated Fall 2025 season, following a string of 15 sold-out performances in the Fall of 2024 and Spring of 2025. The Smoke Show is an immersive 360-degree experience that will leave
The Madeinthe604 Holiday Market is taking over the iconic Pipe Shop in the Shipyards District. Shop a curated lineup of local makers for handmade goods, art, jewelry, candles, skincare, festive treats, and the perfect gifts to tuck under the tree. BONUS: The first 25 people in line on Friday get
The 5th annual Vancouver International Black Film Festival (#VIBFF25) returns in person and online to amplify Black voices. Founded by the Fabienne Colas Foundation and co-presented by Global BC, VIBFF is pleased to announce its official hybrid program and events lineup, running December 5 to 9, 2025. #VIBFF25 is proudly
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to dance in the water? Now’s your chance! Join us for this free Artistic Swimming try-it session — an exciting opportunity for kids to experience the creativity, teamwork and fun of artistic swimming. Led by our passionate and certified coaches, participants will learn
Create a custom soy wax candle in an intimate workshop led by Ollie & Co. Enjoy aromatic blends, hands-on crafting, and a cozy studio experience with complimentary pastries from Beaucoup Bakery. Step into our workshop for an immersive candle-making workshop that sparks creativity and inspires you to embrace the philosophy