Whoever gets the chance to visit Vancouver this festive season, he will be delighted by the unique Christmas atmosphere that the city exudes these days. A vast array of spectacular attractions will absolutely fascinate kids and adults since there is always something for all ages in all the events. Perhaps the main holiday attraction is the Christmas lights displayed in different venues, including the Botanical Garden, the Lafarge Lake, and Stanley Park. The festivities appeal to all tastes; among them are thrilling ballet performances, magical village visits, inspiring Christmas markets, a Santa Claus parade and other exciting events. Check out, below, our list of the most enjoyable Christmas markets and events in Vancouver, Canada, that rightly deserve your attention, so keep the list in mind during your visit.
1. Vancouver Christmas Market
Like every year, the Christmas Market at Jack Poole Plaza will be open again to welcome its guests for the festive season. More than 80 huts are there to offer a vast array of culinary delights, along with handcrafted gifts, German delicacies, hot wine stalls, and yummy food stalls.
A number of exciting activities await its guests, including kids’ entertainment with carousel rides, Santa visits, and wish weeks, while for adults, there are live performances, special nights, and couples’ charming treats. The colorful decoration and the twinkling pathways will absolutely leave you with the greatest memories.
Vancouver Christmas Market
Address: Jack Poole Plaza 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, British Columbia
Dates: November 13 - December 24, 2021
Hours: November 13 - 18: 4pm - 9:30pm; November 19 - December 23: 11:30am - 9:30pm; December 24: 11:30am - 6pm
Website: Vancouver Christmas Market
2. Aurora Winter Festival
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Ideal for all ages, the Aurora Winter Festival takes pride in being the largest winter festival in Canada offering a multitude of fascinating activities to its guests. A magical hidden village comes to life through some magical characters, impressive light displays, a well-equipped Christmas market, and of course delightful food stalls. Santa’s workshops will keep children pleasantly busy, while a walk through the quirky Mystical Worlds will make you feel like some sort of fairytale hero. The village also features numerous stalls with Christmas gifts, warm drinks, and other holiday treats.
Aurora Winter Festival
Address: 88 Pacific Boulevard Vancouver, BC V6Z 2R6
Website: Aurora Winter Festival
3. Christmas at FlyOver Canada
This wintertime, Canada has prepared again something very special for the ones who want to live a different experience. On this magical virtual flight ride across Canada, you will join three playful elves who are on a mission to find their missing fellow elves. The flight lasts eight exhilarating minutes and it also includes a final scene over Santa’s North Pole, while kids need to be at least 102cm (40’’) tall to participate. During the weekends, there will be extra music performances, Santa visits, and other holiday treats at the specially designed outdoor sightseeing deck. Bear in mind that tickets purchased online are less pricey.
Christmas at FlyOver Canada
Address: 201 – 999 Canada Place, Vancouver
Dates: December 9, 2021 - January 3, 2022
Website: Christmas at FlyOver Canada
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4. Peak of Christmas
Wholeheartedly dedicated to children but also to those who are still enchanted with the idea of Santa’s existence (and of course his little helpers!), this purely beautiful event takes place in Grouse Mountain, or else, the ‘North Pole’. For about a month and a half, kids and their guardians will have the unique opportunity to feel the Christmas spirit by participating in a plethora of fun activities. Meet Santa in person or send him a letter, see and learn all about Santa’s reindeers, watch a classic Christmas movie or simply go sliding and even ice skating. Yes, all these (and more, including a special breakfast with the Christmas father himself) happen here, so you don’t want to miss it.
Peak of Christmas
Address: 6400 Nancy Greene Way North Vancouver, BC
Dates: November 24, 2021 - January 3, 2022
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Nazila Najafi
I have over ten years of experience in the Tourism and Hospitality industry. My professional/volunteer background as a researcher, remote travel columnist, travel agent, travel consultant, and walking/step-on guide has helped me provide my VIP (private/group) tours with a memorable experience. As a professional Canadian Tour Guide Association of British Columbia member, I have been actively running mainly private cultural tours in Vancouver since 2019.
5. VanDusen Festival of Lights
An astonishingly spectacular festival takes place again this year in the fabulous botanical garden of Vancouver. Lots of happenings make sure children and adults will have equal fun, wandering around the Christmas-decorated gardens. Colorful lights on the trees will make your pathway clear, while they will be dancing to different music rhythms every 20 minutes. Kids have a free ride on the carousel (included in the entrance fee), they can take a photo with Santa (till the 24th of December), or play music using recycled materials. Adults may stay warm at the fireside lounge while sipping their holiday drink or make-a-wish and donate to the charity partner.
VanDusen Festival of Lights
Venue: VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, BC V6M 4H1, Canada
Dates: November 26, 2021 - January 3, 2022
Hours: 4pm - 9:30pm (daily); closed on December 25
Website: VanDusen Festival of Lights
A winter wonderland awaits you
Visit Vancouver this Christmas and you will be thankful for your wise choice. With so many delightful events, markets, and concerts, there is no way you’ll regret being here (even when the cold is biting your face) to enjoy the festivities. Let the show begin.
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