Time for another work week, but luckily for you, there’s a lot of fun events and activities taking place across the region! From a magical fireworks show to outdoor holiday lights, here are 11 fun and exciting things to do in Metro Vancouver this week.
Things to do in Metro Vancouver this week
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About: Guests will discover more than one million lights decorating 15 acres of VanDusen Botanical Garden. Stroll along the lakeside and get in the holiday spirit with the return of Dancing Lights.
Address: VanDusen Botanical Garden – 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver
Date: November 24, 2023 to January 7, 2024
Time: 4pm to 10pm
Tickets: Various prices
About: The beloved market features 90+ huts, including new vendors, carousel rides, festive live music, photo opportunities and magical lighting displays. When you’re feeling hungry, make your way through old-world Market alleys to find favourite European and international eats and treats like Glühwein, German Bratwurst and Swiss Raclette.
Date: November 16 to December 24, 2023
Location: Jack Poole Plaza – 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver
Time: Various times
Tickets: Various prices
About: Cirque du Soleil’s KOOZA show returns to the Big Top in Vancouver this fall. KOOZA combines acrobatic performance and the art of clowning, while exploring fear, identity, recognition and power.
Date: October 21 to December 31, 2023
Location: Concord Pacific Place – 88 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
Time: Various show times
Tickets: Various prices
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About: Visitors will get to stroll along Harrison’s promenade, while taking in the warm glow of Christmas lights and charming winter window paintings. These magical lights highlight the local wildlife and the Sasquatch’s favourite Harrison Hot Springs activities.
Address: Harrison Lakefront – Harrison Hot Springs
Date: November 18, 2023 to January 7, 2024
Time: Dusk to 11pm
Tickets: FREE
About: This beloved outdoor gathering spot has transformed into a winter wonderland with plenty of seasonal food and drink choices. Situated in the inner courtyard of the hotel’s fourth floor, this annual dining experience is a must for the holiday season.
Date: Open throughout the holiday season
Address: The Rosewood Hotel Georgia — 801 West Georgia Street, Vancouver
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge
About: Beginning November 17th, visit the popular suspension bridge and see it lit end-to-end with a changing multi-colour display, and gaze at the illuminated Capilano River below. Park visitors will come across a glowing rainforest and walk high above the forest floor on Treetops Adventure’s seven suspended bridges, twinkling from treetop to forest floor.
Address: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park – 3735 Capilano Rd, North Vancouver
Date: November 17, 2023 to January 21, 2024
Hours: 11am to 9pm
Tickets: Various prices
About: Join thousands on Thursday, November 23rd for the fundraising campaign’s launch. You’ll want to make sure you’re there right at 6pm to see the fabulous display light up for the first time this holiday season! The evening will also include complimentary hot chocolate, a choir, with Santa and Mrs. Claus in attendance.
Address: St. Paul’s Hospital – 1081 Burrard Street, Vancouver
Date: November 23 to January 2024
Time: 6pm
About: Guests will once again be able to dine in spacious snow globes at H Tasting Lounge. Each dome boasts panoramic glass panelling bound by an intricately designed wooden framework.
Date: November 2 until February 2024
Address: H Tasting Lounge — 1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver
About: Guests will experience a family-friendly outdoor Christmas festival with improved heated and covered spaces, new free carnival-themed games, towering carnival-themed lights, a craft corner in a “tent of makers”, along with the much-loved magical holiday landscapes, all under the thrill of more than a million lights that continue to impress guests.
Address: 6690 216 Street, Langley
Date: November 23 to December 30, 2023
Time: Various times
Tickets: Various prices
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About: Visitors get to walk through the 1.2 km pathway around Lafarge Lake that gets transformed into a winter wonderland. Awe-inspiring seasonal lights and beautiful displays will definitely get you and the entire family in the holiday spirit.
Address: Town Centre Park – 1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Date: Open throughout holiday season
Time: 5pm to 8pm
Tickets: FREE
About: Beginning November 23rd, event-goers will be experience a fusion of light, art and narrative at Rose Park. These art installations unveil stories about our region, and transform our beloved park into a nighttime wonderland.
Address: Rose Park – 38550 Loggers Lane, Squamish
Date: November 23 to December 10, 2023
Time: 4pm to 10pm
Tickets: Starting at $7
For more local events, visit our events calendar.