Can you believe it’s already the week before Christmas?! It’s time to embrace all the season has to offer, Vancouver. From the PNE Winter Fair to the 9th annual Funk The Halls concert by The Funk Hunters, here are 10 of the best things to do in and around Vancouver this week (December 16-20).
PNE Winter Fair
From 4 to 10 pm on 12 nights in December, the PNE is transforming for its annual Winter Fair, and the cheapest days to check it out are December 6th to 8th, 12th, and 16th and 17th, when admission is priced between $14 and $20 if you purchase your tickets ahead of time!
So take advantage of those times and enjoy this year’s dazzling light displays, indoor skating, and Christmas-themed concerts.
When: Dec. 12 to Dec. 23, 2024
Where: 2901 East Hastings
Cost: $14 to $20 for online tickets
The 9th Annual Funk The Halls Featuring The Funk Hunters
The Funk Hunters are a Canadian EDM and DJ duo from Vancouver, and every year, they put on a two-day, high-energy Christmas show. This year, they’re performing at the Commodore on Friday, December 20th.
When: Friday, Dec. 20, 2024
Where: Commodore Ballroom
Cost: $53.75
Sponsored pick: Vancouver Christmas Market
This year’s Vancouver Christmas Market is in full swing, and it’s the only open-air, authentic German Christmas Market in the city. Enjoy festive lights, sweet treats, free carousel rides, shopping, drinks, and photos under a massive outdoor Christmas tree.
When: Now until Dec. 24, 2024
Where: 1055 Canada Place
Cost: $19.99 for GA
VanDusen Festival of Lights
VanDusen’s iconic Festival of Lights will have over one million sparkling holiday lights this year, as well as a new interactive mycelium installation and a display inspired by BC’s gamed Great Bear Rainforest.
When: Now until Jan. 5, 2025
Where: 5251 Oak Street
Cost: $28 per adult, $11 per child, $18 per senior/youth
Canyon Lights
Capilano’s world-famous suspension bridge has transformed into a winter wonderland, complete with dazzling light tunnels, a forested flowing path, and twinkling displays galore.
When: Now until Sunday, Jan. 19, 2024
Where: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Cost: $71.95 per adult
The Polygon Gallery’s Annual Holiday Shop
If you’re looking for a holiday market with multiple dates to shop, you’ll have plenty of time to check out this year’s Polygon Gallery Annual Holiday Shop, which runs from November 13th to January 5th.
When: Now until Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025
Where: 101 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver
Cost: Free admission
Shipyards Christmas Market
The brand-new Shipyards Christmas Market will feature over 75 wooden stalls adorned with twinkling holiday lights, with a variety of unique artisanal gifts for sale. Visitors can also celebrate the start of the season with festive music, ice skating on the outdoor ice rink, mulled wine and cocoa, and North Vancouver’s shining Christmas tree.
When: Now until Dec. 24, 2024
Where: 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Cost: Free admission
Yuma Abe with The Lunchtime Band + YEP
Japanese indie artist Yuma Abe is performing at The Pearl this week alongside The Lunchtime Band.
When: Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024
Where: The Pearl
Cost: $27.66
Winterlust – H Tasting Lounge
Reservations are now available for this year’s Winterlust dome dining experience at H Tasting Lounge, which boasts heated interiors and panoramic views of the city. Up to six guests can indulge in a feast of tableside-flamed mains and inventive sides and sips.
When: Now accepting reservations
Where: 1601 Bayshore Drive
Cost: $150 minimum food & beverage per dome
Happy holidays, Vancouver!
