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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 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.
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
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
The barn doors are swinging open, and holiday magic is spilling out! Join us inside the iconic Harris Barn for two festive days packed with twinkling lights, local makers, and the coziest holiday vibes. From handmade treasures to fresh-baked holiday treats, this is the kind of market that feels like
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
Experience the first-ever Holiday Hive Market at the Met, sponsored by Novus, on December 6-7, 2025 from 11am-4pm at Metropolis at Metrotown! Explore over 30 local vendors, festive flavours, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities, making it the perfect destination for all ages. Free entry and fun for all ages. Visit
Twinkle lights, cozy vibes, and local love, our Holiday Pop-Up is taking over @heritagehallvancouver! Shop 50+ small businesses for handmade goods, art, ornaments, candles, skincare, baked treats, and gift-worthy finds to wrap up (and tuck under) the tree. Bring your tote and your crew—festive market magic awaits. BONUS: The first
Lipont Gallery and Affordable Open Art are proud to announce The Inaugural Richmond Art Market – 2025 Christmas Market, a new cultural event designed to showcase Richmond’s vibrant creative community. Co-presented with Affordable Open Art, this two-day market brings together over 30 local artists, makers, and creative studios, transforming Lipont