There are lots of free things in Vancouver in November 2025 including Remembrance Day events, Christmas craft markets and autumn activities.
Below is a list of free events and activities that you can do in the fall of 2025. Conditions and details may change, however, so see official websites for exact details about specific events.
For a list of some of the best things to do in November, including activities that aren’t free, check out our November Events Calendar. For a list of the best FREE (or almost free) special events this month, see below.
Saturday, November 1st (2025)
Saturday Markets
- Day of the Dead Market – a Mexican-themed market with vendors, food stalls and live entertainment at Granville Island.
- Made in the 604 Market – an artisan market at Vancouver’s Heritage Hall. Admission is free.
- For the Love of Art – an art show and sale showcasing the work of about 30 local artists at Harris Barn in Ladner. Admission is free.
- Riley Park Farmers Market – from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $5 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
- Lower Mainland Parks – these are great free places to explore and admire the autumn colours if and while the weather is good. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Sunday, November 2nd (2025)
- Daylight Savings Day – don’t forget to set your clocks to “fall back” an hour the night before!
- LAHM Events & Activities – the last day of Latin American Heritage Month celebrations in Vancouver. Today features live entertainment and the Day of the Dead Market, the Closing Ceremony, and more on Granville Island.
- DTES Heart of the City Festival – a series of arts performances, events and workshops in downtown Vancouver.
- Lower Mainland Parks – these are great free places to explore and admire the autumn colours if and while the weather is good. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
Sunday Markets
- Day of the Dead Market – a Mexican-themed market with vendors, food stalls and live entertainment at Granville Island.
- Made in the 604 Market – an artisan market at Vancouver’s Heritage Hall. Admission is free.
- For the Love of Art – an art show and sale showcasing the work of about 30 local artists at Harris Barn in Ladner. Admission is free.
- Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – a winter market at the Port Moody Rec Centre at 300 Ioco Road from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
- Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $5 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
- Cloverdale Flea Market – between 6:00 am and 3:00 pm at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds. Admission is $2, but free for children ages 12 and under.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Monday, November 3rd (2025)
- DTES Heart of the City Festival – a series of arts performances, events and workshops in downtown Vancouver.
- If good weather, check out the fall colours at one of Metro Vancouver’s best parks and places in nature. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley.
- If poor weather, then check out our list of the Lower Mainland’s best places on a rainy day (although most aren’t free) or go shopping at an indoor mall.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
Tuesday, November 4th (2025)
- Cheap Movie Night – at various movie theatres throughout Metro Vancouver (so although not free, it is less expensive than usual).
- DTES Heart of the City Festival – a series of arts performances, events and workshops in downtown Vancouver.
- Lower Mainland Parks – these are great free places to explore and admire the autumn colours if and while the weather is good. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Mackin House, and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Wednesday, November 5th (2025)
- DTES Heart of the City Festival – a series of arts performances, events and workshops in downtown Vancouver.
- Lower Mainland Parks – these are great free places to explore and admire the autumn colours if and while the weather is good. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
- If poor weather, then check out our list of the Lower Mainland’s best places on a rainy day (although most aren’t free) or go shopping at an indoor mall.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
Thursday, November 6th (2025)
- DTES Heart of the City Festival – a series of arts performances, events and workshops in downtown Vancouver.
- Lower Mainland Parks – these are great free places to explore and admire the autumn colours if and while the weather is good. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
- If poor weather, then check out our list of the Lower Mainland’s best places on a rainy day (although most aren’t free) or go shopping at an indoor mall.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Friday, November 7th (2025)
- Vancouver Art Gallery – admission from 4:00 to 8:00 pm is by donation (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
- Bill Reid Gallery – free admission to the First Nations art gallery between 2:00 and 5:00 pm (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
- DTES Heart of the City Festival – a series of arts performances, events and workshops in downtown Vancouver.
- Bear Creek Park Lights – the Surrey park is lit up at night between 4:30 and 9:00 pm. It’s a free event, but tickets can be reserved in advance.
- Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
- If poor weather, then check out our list of the Lower Mainland’s best places on a rainy day (although most aren’t free) or go shopping at an indoor mall.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Saturday, November 8th (2025)
- DTES Heart of the City Festival – a series of arts performances, events and workshops in downtown Vancouver.
- Made in the 604 Market – an artisan market in the Pipe Shop at the Shipyards in North Vancouver.
- Bear Creek Park Lights – the Surrey park is lit up at night between 4:30 and 9:00 pm. It’s a free event, but tickets can be reserved in advance.
- Riley Park Farmers Market – from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $5 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Sunday, November 9th (2025)
- Made in the 604 Market – an artisan market in the Pipe Shop at the Shipyards in North Vancouver.
- Bear Creek Park Lights – the Surrey park is lit up at night between 4:30 and 8:30 pm. It’s a free event, but tickets can be reserved in advance.
- Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – a winter market at the Port Moody Rec Centre at 300 Ioco Road from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
- Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $5 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
- Cloverdale Flea Market – between 6:00 am and 3:00 pm at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds. Admission is $2, but free for children ages 12 and under.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Monday, November 10th (2025)
- Bear Creek Park Lights – the Surrey park is lit up at night between 4:30 and 8:30 pm. It’s a free event, but tickets can be reserved in advance.
- Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
- If poor weather, then check out our list of the Lower Mainland’s best places on a rainy day (although most aren’t free) or go shopping at an indoor mall.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
Tuesday, November 11th (2025)
Remembrance Day Events
- Remembrance Day – parades and ceremonies normally take place at various locations throughout the Lower Mainland (and all of Canada).
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Cheap Movie Night – at various movie theatres throughout Metro Vancouver (so although not free, it is less expensive than usual).
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Wednesday, November 12th (2025)
- Bear Creek Park Lights – the Surrey park is lit up at night between 4:30 and 8:30 pm. It’s a free event, but tickets can be reserved in advance.
- Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
- If poor weather, then check out our list of the Lower Mainland’s best places on a rainy day (although most aren’t free) or go shopping at an indoor mall.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Polygon Gallery, Mackin House, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Thursday, November 13th (2025)
- Lumiere Vancouver – a small collection of art installation light displays at various plazas and outdoor venues in Vancouver.
- Bear Creek Park Lights – the Surrey park is lit up at night between 4:30 and 8:30 pm. It’s a free event, but tickets can be reserved in advance.
- Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
- If poor weather, then check out our list of the Lower Mainland’s best places on a rainy day (although most aren’t free) or go shopping at an indoor mall.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Friday, November 14th (2025)
- November Opening Reception – art displays, live music and artisan products for sale at Coquitlam’s Place des Arts at 1120 Brunette Avenue.
- Lumiere Vancouver – a small collection of art installation light displays at various plazas and outdoor venues in Vancouver.
- Deer Lake Winter Festival – a craft fair with free admission and live entertainment in Burnaby.
- Bear Creek Park Lights – the Surrey park is lit up at night between 4:30 and 9:00 pm. It’s a free event, but tickets can be reserved in advance.
- Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Saturday, November 15th (2025)
- Winter Extreme Ski & Board Swap – a massive ski swap at the Ag-Rec Building in Abbotsford. (Admission isn’t free, but there are exceptional deals on used ski equipment to be had!)
- Lumiere Vancouver – a small collection of art installation light displays at various plazas and outdoor venues in Vancouver.
- Deer Lake Winter Festival – a craft fair with free admission and live entertainment in Burnaby.
- Silver Harbour Craft Market – a Christmas craft fair at North Vancouver’s Silver Harbour Senior’s Activity Centre.
- Swedish Christmas Fair – a Swedish-themed market at the Scandinavian Community Centre in Burnaby at 6540 Thomas Street. Admission is free.
- Bear Creek Park Lights – the Surrey park is lit up between 4:30 and 9:00 pm for the last time this season. It’s a free event, but tickets can be reserved in advance.
- Riley Park Farmers Market – from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $5 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Sunday, November 16th (2025)
- Winter Extreme Ski & Board Swap – a massive ski swap at the Ag-Rec Building in Abbotsford. (Admission isn’t free, but there are exceptional deals on used ski equipment to be had!)
- Lumiere Vancouver – a small collection of art installation light displays at various plazas and outdoor venues in Vancouver.
- Bear Creek Park Lights – the Surrey park is lit up at night between 4:30 and 8:30 pm. It’s a free event, but tickets can be reserved in advance.
- Swedish Christmas Fair – a Swedish-themed market with vendors at the Scandinavian Community Centre in Burnaby at 6540 Thomas Street. Admission is free.
- Deer Lake Winter Festival – a craft fair with free admission and live entertainment in Burnaby.
- Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – a winter market at the Port Moody Rec Centre at 300 Ioco Road from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
- Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $5 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
- Cloverdale Flea Market – between 6:00 am and 3:00 pm at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds. Admission is $2, but free for children ages 12 and under.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Monday, November 17th (2025)
- Bear Creek Park Lights – the Surrey park is lit up at night between 4:30 and 8:30 pm. It’s a free event, but tickets can be reserved in advance.
- Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
- If poor weather, then check out our list of the Lower Mainland’s best places on a rainy day (although most aren’t free) or go shopping at an indoor mall.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
Tuesday, November 18th (2025)
- Bear Creek Park Lights – the Surrey park is lit up at night between 4:30 and 8:30 pm. It’s a free event, but tickets can be reserved in advance.
- Cheap Movie Night – at various movie theatres throughout Metro Vancouver (so although not free, it is less expensive than usual).
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Mackin House, and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Wednesday, November 19th (2025)
- Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
- If poor weather, then check out our list of the Lower Mainland’s best places on a rainy day (although most aren’t free) or go shopping at an indoor mall.
- Bear Creek Park Lights – the Surrey park is lit up at night between 4:30 and 8:30 pm. It’s a free event, but tickets can be reserved in advance.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Polygon Gallery, Mackin House, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Thursday, November 20th (2025)
- Eastside Culture Crawl – a visual art festival showcasing the creations of hundreds of artists at various venues in Vancouver.
- Bear Creek Park Lights – the Surrey park is lit up at night between 4:30 and 8:30 pm. It’s a free event, but tickets can be reserved in advance.
- Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
- If poor weather, then check out our list of the Lower Mainland’s best places on a rainy day (although most aren’t free) or go shopping at an indoor mall.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Friday, November 21st (2025)
- Eastside Culture Crawl – a visual art festival showcasing the creations of hundreds of artists at various venues in Vancouver.
- Bear Creek Park Lights – the Surrey park is lit up at night between 4:30 and 9:00 pm. It’s a free event, but tickets can be reserved in advance.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Museum of Surrey – the free museum in Cloverdale currently has a special, featured, interactive exhibit about hockey.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Saturday, November 22nd (2025)
- West End Holiday Craft Fair – dozens of vendors and free admission at the West End Community Centre at 870 Denman Street.
- Winter Jubilee – a free celebration of the Christmas season in downtown Abbotsford with market vendors, live music and more.
- Eastside Culture Crawl – a visual art festival showcasing the creations of hundreds of artists at various venues in Vancouver.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale is free to enter and it has a new interactive exhibit about hockey. The place is also decorated with Christmas trees as part of WinterFest at MOS.
- Harrison’s Lights by the Lake – first day of the season for the beautiful Christmas light displays with a Sasquatch theme. Today’s opening day event includes free hot chocolate, fireworks, a pet parade and other fun activities at Harrison Hot Springs.
- Surrey Tree Lighting Festival – free festivities at the Plaza at City Hall including concerts, market vendors, light displays and more.
- Heritage Christmas – holiday decorations and things to see at Burnaby Village between 1:00 and 9:00 pm.
- Riley Park Farmers Market – from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $5 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Sunday, November 23rd (2025)
- Surrey Tree Lighting Festival – free festivities at the Plaza at City Hall including concerts, market vendors, light displays and more.
- Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – a winter market at the Port Moody Rec Centre from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
- West End Holiday Craft Fair – dozens of vendors and free admission at the West End Community Centre at 870 Denman Street.
- Eastside Culture Crawl – a visual art festival showcasing the creations of hundreds of artists at various venues in Vancouver.
- Harrison’s Lights by the Lake – beautiful Christmas light displays with a Sasquatch theme from dusk until 11:00 pm at Harrison Hot Springs.
- Heritage Christmas – holiday decorations and things to see at Burnaby’s outdoor museum between 1:00 and 9:00 pm.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale is free to enter and it has a new interactive exhibit about hockey. The place is also decorated with Christmas trees as part of WinterFest at MOS.
- Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market. Admission ranges from $2 to $5 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
- Cloverdale Flea Market – between 6:00 am and 3:00 pm at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds. Admission is $2, but free for children ages 12 and under.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
Monday, November 24th (2025)
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
Tuesday, November 25th (2025)
- Black Friday Week – a time for special deals at retailers all over North America.
- Cheap Movie Night – at various movie theatres throughout Metro Vancouver (so although not free, it is less expensive than usual).
- Harrison’s Lights by the Lake – beautiful Christmas light displays with a Sasquatch theme from dusk until 11:00 pm at Harrison Hot Springs.
- Heritage Christmas – holiday decorations and things to see at Burnaby’s outdoor museum between 1:00 and 5:30 pm.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale is free to enter and it has a new interactive exhibit about hockey. The place is also decorated with Christmas trees as part of WinterFest at MOS.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Mackin House, and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Wednesday, November 26th (2025)
- Black Friday Week – a time for special deals at retailers all over North America.
- Heritage Christmas – holiday decorations and things to see at Burnaby’s outdoor museum between 1:00 and 5:30 pm.
- Harrison’s Lights by the Lake – beautiful Christmas light displays with a Sasquatch theme from dusk until 11:00 pm at Harrison Hot Springs.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale is free to enter and it has a new interactive exhibit about hockey. The place is also decorated with Christmas trees as part of WinterFest at MOS.
- Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
- If poor weather, then check out our list of the Lower Mainland’s best places on a rainy day (although most aren’t free) or go shopping at an indoor mall.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Polygon Gallery, Mackin House, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Thursday, November 27th (2025)
- American Thanksgiving
- Black Friday Week – a time for special deals at retailers all over North America.
- Heritage Christmas – holiday decorations and things to see at Burnaby’s outdoor museum between 1:00 and 5:30 pm.
- Lights of Hope – the Christmas lights get turned on outside St. Paul’s Hospital in downtown Vancouver tonight. There are also photo opportunities with Santa, fireworks, live entertainment and other activities.
- Harrison’s Lights by the Lake – beautiful Christmas light displays with a Sasquatch theme from dusk until 11:00 pm at Harrison Hot Springs.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale is free to enter and it has a new interactive exhibit about hockey. The place is also decorated with Christmas trees as part of WinterFest at MOS.
- Lower Mainland Parks – if it’s nice out, then enjoy the outdoors in one of the region’s best parks and places in nature. There are also lots of eagles along the Harrison River in the Fraser Valley this time of year.
- If poor weather, then check out our list of the Lower Mainland’s best places on a rainy day (although most aren’t free) or go shopping at an indoor mall.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
Friday, November 28th (2025)
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
Saturday, November 29th (2025)
- Spirit of the Season – a Christmas-themed festival at North Vancouver’s Shipyards District. Activities include live entertainment, an appearance by Santa Claus, skating and other family-friendly activities.
- Rotary Christmas Parade – a Santa Claus parade in Chilliwack beginning at 5:30 pm.
- Edmonds Festival of Lights – a family-friendly community event at Burnaby’s Edmonds Community Centre.
- Shipyards Christmas Market – a European-themed holiday market that takes place outdoors in North Vancouver.
- NLUC Winter Craft Market – a free artisan craft fair with more than 40 vendors at North Lonsdale United Church.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale is free to enter and it has a new interactive exhibit about hockey. The place is also decorated with Christmas trees as part of WinterFest at MOS.
- Holiday Cheer at the Pier – a free Christmas-themed event at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody.
- Harrison’s Lights by the Lake – beautiful Christmas light displays with a Sasquatch theme from dusk until 11:00 pm at Harrison Hot Springs.
- Heritage Christmas – holiday decorations and things to see at Burnaby Village between 1:00 and 9:00 pm.
- Riley Park Farmers Market – from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm at Nat Bailey Stadium.
- Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market at 703 Terminal Avenue in Vancouver. Admission ranges from $2 to $5 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
- Fort Langley – the national historic site is very affordable, especially for children and youth under the age of 18 who get in for free.
- Engine 374 Pavilion – an indoor train museum with a real locomotive and free admission at the Roundhouse in Yaletown.
- Heritage Harbour at the Maritime Museum – you can wander around on the docks and admire the boats in front of the Vancouver Maritime Museum for free. Also, if you want to go inside the museum, use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER when purchasing your tickets online to save 25%.
- Harrison Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local folklore and culture.
- Other places that are either free or with admission by donation on various days of the week include Granville Island, Old Hastings Mill Store Museum, London Farm, Britannia Heritage Shipyard, Polygon Gallery, Maple Ridge Museum, Mackin House, Port Moody Station Museum and Stewart Farm. (See attraction articles and websites for details about hours and admission.)
Sunday, November 30th (2025)
- Port Moody Winter Farmers Market – a winter market at the Port Moody Rec Centre from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
- Shipyards Christmas Market – a European-themed holiday market that takes place outdoors in North Vancouver.
- Harrison’s Lights by the Lake – beautiful Christmas light displays with a Sasquatch theme from dusk until 11:00 pm at Harrison Hot Springs.
- Heritage Christmas – holiday decorations and things to see at Burnaby’s outdoor museum between 1:00 and 9:00 pm.
- Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale is free to enter and it has a new interactive exhibit about hockey. The place is also decorated with Christmas trees as part of WinterFest at MOS.
- Vancouver Flea Market – an indoor flea market. Admission ranges from $2 to $5 depending on the day’s event, so it’s not free, but it is pretty cheap.
- Cloverdale Flea Market – between 6:00 am and 3:00 pm at Surrey’s Cloverdale Fairgrounds. Admission is $2, but free for children ages 12 and under.
Other Inexpensive Things to Do
- Vancouver on a Budget – other places to explore include the following:
For a list of both free and not free events this month in the Lower Mainland, click November Calendar.
To see what’s happening next month, click December Calendar of Events.
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