It’s hard to believe it’s already November!
From the Metro Vancouver Croissant Crawl to catching the Canucks in action, here are 12 fun and exciting things to do in Metro Vancouver this week.
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Things to do in Metro Vancouver this week
Artemis Space Adventure with LEGO Bricks
Science World
About: Artemis Space Adventure with LEGO Bricks, presented by White Spot Restaurants, takes visitors to the moon and beyond in an all-new mission where creativity, problem-solving, and engineering collide!
Inspired by NASA’s groundbreaking Artemis Missions, each visitor will embark on their own space-faring adventure out in space.
The main draw of the exhibit is a series of striking LEGO sculptures, including a replica of the Apollo 11 Lunar Module and NASA’s most powerful rocket, designed for missions to Mars.
Date: June 26, 2025 to April 6, 2026
Location: Science World – 1455 Quebec St, Vancouver
Admission: Various prices
Metro Vancouver Croissant Crawl
About: It’s time to round up your croissant crew! The Metro Vancouver Croissant Crawl is back and bigger than ever before! Participating vendors across Metro Vancouver will be serving 32 unique and delicious croissant creations.
Date: November 1 to 16, 2025
Address: Participating vendors across Metro Vancouver
About: The Vancouver Fall Food Fest is your opportunity to explore Metro Vancouver’s best cafes, bakeries, and food spots! Each spot will be offering fall-inspired drinks and treats throughout the festival.
Date: October 3 to November 9, 2025
Location: Various locations
About: Catch the Canucks at Rogers Arena this week as they take on the Chicago Blackhawks, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Colorado Avalanche this week.
Date: November 5, 8 and 9
Location: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices
Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience Vancouver 2025
Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience
About: Presented by Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences, Fever, and in partnership with Rifflandia Entertainment Company, Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience opens for the first time in Canada on Friday, November 7th, 2025.
Set amongst Stanley Park’s beautiful nature, guests will discover enchanting light displays throughout an illuminated path filled with magical creatures such as Hippogriffs and Nifflers! You’ll even be able to practice casting spells!
Once you finish making your way through the trail, a themed village awaits you! Enjoy a selection of food and drink, and explore a souvenir shop offering official and bespoke merchandise.
Date: November 7, 2025 to January 1, 2026
Location: Stanley Park Railway – 690 Pipeline Rd, Vancouver
Time: Various times
Admission: Various prices
The Christmas Store at Potters
About: Each year, Potters Nursery transforms itself into Western Canada’s largest Christmas store, boasting more than 28,000 square feet devoted to all things yuletide. The store boasts more than 50,000 ornaments to look through!
Location Potters Garden Centre – 19158 48 Ave, Surrey
Hours: Various times
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: Available starting November 5, 2025
Location: H Tasting Lounge — 1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver
Vancouver Rise FC vs. Ottawa Rapid FC
About: Come cheer on Vancouver Rise FC as they take on Ottawa Rapid FC in the first leg of their semi-final matchup! Kickoff is slated for 7pm at Swangard Stadium.
Date: November 4, 2025
Location: Swangard Stadium – 6100 Boundary Rd, Burnaby
Time: 7pm
Tickets: Various prices
City of Surrey
About: See nature shine with stunning light displays set along beautiful nature trails at Bear Creek Park this November. Discover beautiful light displays that will dazzle you with illuminated natural landscapes, whimsically lit creatures and stunning photo opportunities!
Date: November 7 to 21, 2025
Location: Bear Creek Park – 13750 88th Avenue, Surrey
Tickets: FREE
About: American singer-songwriter Eric Church brings his Free The Machine Tour to Rogers Arena this week. His hit songs include “How ‘Bout You”, “Two Pink Lines”, and “Guys Like Me”.
Date: November 6, 2025
Location: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Time: 7:30pm
Tickets: Various prices
About: VAFF celebrates its 28th edition this year from November 6 to 16, including a full spectrum of in-person events and online programs. The 11-day celebration will highlight an array of unique and outstanding talent, with both emerging and established Asian Canadian and Asian American writers, producers, and directors showcasing their latest work.
Date: November 6 to 16, 2025
Location: In-person and virtual
Time: Various times
Tickets: Various prices
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Festival
About: Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Festival returns on Friday, November 7th with a full lineup of events throughout the North Shore. The celebrations start with the festival’s launch party at the Pipe Shop with live music, food trucks, and a curated selection of beverages.
Date: November 7 to 20, 2025
Location: Various locations
Time: Various times
Tickets: Various prices