The first weekend of 2024 and it’s time to make the most out of it! Here are 12 fun and exciting things to do in Metro Vancouver this weekend.
Things to do in Metro Vancouver this weekend
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About: Jerry Seinfeld is bringing his latest stand-up comedy show to Vancouver to kick off 2024. He will be performing at the historic Queen Elizabeth Theatre on Friday, January 5th and Saturday, January 6th.
Date: January 5 and 6, 2024
Address: Queen Elizabeth Theatre – 630 Hamilton Street, Vancouver
Time: 8am to 10pm
Cost: FREE
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
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.
Date: November 17, 2023 to January 21, 2024
Location: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park – 3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver
Time: 11am to 9pm
Tickets: Various prices
About: Head down to the beach to enjoy a stroll along the seaside and see the 20 ft. Christmas tree, an illuminated tunnel, and much more!
Date: December 2, 2023 to January 7, 2024
Location: White Rock waterfront
Tickets: FREE
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About: Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver (800 Robson Street), this magical experience is perfect for the entire family.
Date: December 1, 2023 to February 29, 2024
Address: Robosn Square – 800 Robson Street, Vancouver
Time: 9am to 9pm
Cost: $5 skate rentals
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.
Date: November 24, 2023 to January 7, 2024
Location: VanDusen Botanical Garden – 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver
Time: 4pm to 10pm
Tickets: Various prices
About: Bundle up the family and join us for a holiday experience like no other, as our iconic 1961 locomotive once again winds its way through the magical Stanley Park forest, alight with thousands of sparkling lights.
Date: November 30, 2023 to January 6, 2024
Location: Pipeline Road in Stanley Park
Time: 4pm to 10pm
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.
Date: Open until end of February 2024
Location: Town Centre Park – 1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Time: 5pm to 8pm
Tickets: FREE
About: Come skate at Metro Vancouver’s largest outdoor skating rink! The skate plaza offers daily skating, as well as free helmets and skate aides
Date: December 1, 2023 to March 3, 2024
Location: The Shipyards – 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Time: Various times
Tickets: FREE
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. Holiday lights will illuminate the 2 km long waterfront space and promise to be magical.
Date: November 18, 2023 to January 7, 2024
Location: Harrison Lakefront – Harrison Hot Springs
Time: Dusk to 11pm
Tickets: FREE
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
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About: WWE Friday Night Smackdown is coming back to Vancouver with a thrilling show in store! WWE Friday Night Smackdown will feature LA Knight, IYO SKY, Charlotte Flair, United States Champion Rey Mysterio, Solo Sikoa and Bobby Lashley plus many more of your favorite WWE Superstars!
Date: January 5, 2024
Location: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Time: 4:45pm
Tickets: Various prices
Whistler Blackcomb’s Fire & Ice Show
About: Head up to Whistler this winter to see a spectacular display of skills and cultural sharing. World-class athletes jump and flip through a blazing ring of fire to the beats of a live DJ. Learn about the legend of Spo7ez, a village shared by the Squamish Nation and the Lil’wat Nation and see a performance by world champion hoop dancer, Alex Wells.
The show will be held every Sunday until March 12th, 2024.
Date: December 31, 2023 to March 12, 2024
Location: Skier’s Plaza in Whistler Village (base of Whistler and Excalibur Gondolas)
Time: 7pm (8:30pm on NYE)
Tickets: FREE
For more local events, visit our events calendar.