We’re heading into another weekend, Vancouver, and the month is really flying by! It’s already time to head to Deer Lake for its annual Winter Festival, and check out this year’s Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge. So with that in mind, here are 11 of the best things to do in and around Vancouver this weekend (November 22-24).
Deer Lake Winter Festival
The annual Deer Lake Winter Fest will feature up to 60 local artisans at its holiday market, and you’ll have three days to take in the sights and peruse this year’s vendors! So pick up a sweet treat, a gift or two, and get ready to enjoy all the festival has to offer.
The free-to-enter market will operate from 11 am to 7 pm on November 22nd and from 10 am to 5 pm on November 23rd and 24th.
When: Friday, November 22nd to Sunday, November 24th
Where: 6450 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
Cost: Free admission
Canyon Lights
Capilano’s world-famous suspension bridge is once again transforming into a winter wonderland, complete with dazzling light tunnels, a forested flowing path, and twinkling displays galore. And this weekend, you can officially check it out!
When: Friday, November 22nd to Sunday, January 19th
Where: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Cost: $71.95 per adult
Sponsored pick: Estee Lauder Vancouver Warehouse Sale
Shopping mode activated. At the massive four-day Estée Lauder Warehouse Sale, you’ll find amazing deals at 50% off or more top brands like MAC, Clinique, Too Faced, Smashbox, Bobbi Brown, Tom Ford, Aveda, Bumble and Bumble and more. So whether you’re looking for skincare, fragrances, or hair products, it’s worth checking out!
When: Thursday, November 21st to Sunday, November 24th
Where: 999 Canada Place, East Exhibition Hall C
Cost: Free admission
Rainbow Kitten Surprise
This nostalgic alt rock band from the 2000s is known for their hits like “It’s Called: Freefall,” “Fever Pitch,” and “Hide,” and you can catch them onstage at UBC on Friday, November 22nd.
When: Friday, November 22nd
Where: UBC Doug Mitchell Stadium
Cost: $49.75
West End Holiday Craft Fair
The West End Holiday Craft Fair will offer holiday lovers another chance to pick up a couple of locally-made goodies for their loved ones this holiday season, taking place from 10 am to 4 pm at the West End Community Centre on Saturday, November 23rd and Sunday, November 24th.
When: Saturday, November 23rd and Sunday, November 24th
Where: 870 Denman Street
Cost: Free admission
Sponsored pick: Mine & Yours Black Friday Sale
Canada’s premier designer consignment store, Mine & Yours, is having a giant Black Friday sale with never-before-seen discounts on luxury items online and in-stores in Vancouver, with no exclusions!
This means you can find designer apparel and accessories for as low as $25, including coveted brands like Dior, Chanel, Gucci, and more. And – for the first time – the brand is including iconic handbags like Hermès, Birkin and Kelly bags in the sale.
When: Saturday, November 23rd to November 30th
Where: Online and in-stores
Cost: Free admission
Taste of Italia
The grand finale of the Italian Cultural Centre’s ‘Taste of’ series is coming up this Sunday, and the stage is set for a delicious journey through the best Italian dishes of the year.
When: Sunday, November 24th
Where: 3075 Slocan Street
Cost: $75.88
Miracle at Old Yale Brewing, Abbotsford
Old Yale Brewing has once again transformed its Abbotsford location into magical Christmasy cabin, adorned with holiday decor and special cocktail features.
When: Now until December 31st
Where: 33738 Laurel Street, Abbotsford
Bruce Springsteen
Springsteen himself is coming to Vancouver and performing alongside his backing band, The E Street Band this Friday, and we can’t think of a more exciting way to kick off the weekend.
When: Friday, November 22nd
Where: Rogers Arena
Cost: $316.25+
IndieFest
It’s the last couple of days of this year’s IndieFest, a celebration of emerging musicians and artists from all walks of life. From modern opera and Indigenous art to drag theatre, the festival has it all, taking place across several venues from November 15th to 23rd.
When: Friday, November 15th to Saturday, November 23rd
Where: Multiple locations
Vancouver Christmas Market
Looking ahead to the holiday season? The Vancouver Christmas Market is coming back earlier than you might think! While it’s not free to enter, single-entry is currently priced at $15 per person, which will be the market’s lowest price this year. So snag your tickets early if you’re eyeing a couple of dates!
When: Wednesday, November 13th to December 24th
Where: 1055 Canada Place
Cost: $15 for single-entry, $31 for a season pass
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And that’s a wrap on the weekend, everyone!
