Destination Downtown brings light and fun to Vancouver with a Ferris Wheel, lit words, light installations, and performances from the waterfront to the heart of the city, December through February.

Over 50 events, activities, and fun things to do in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley this weekend November 28-30, 2025.

Enter to win a beautifully handcrafted wreath from Aunt Leah’s Christmas Tree Lots. This social enterprise helps spread love and joy in the community all year round.

What’s happening around Vancouver this month (December, 2025). Our monthly guide to events, activities, and fun things to do around Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

The Reindeer Buses are back this season, spreading joy to commuters around Metro Vancouver. Plus, the West Coast Express Santa Train is scheduled to run over two weekends in December.

You can fulfill the wish list of a local senior this season when you participate in Stocking Stuffers for Seniors at your nearest London Drugs.

The 2025 CPKC Holiday Train wraps up its cross-continent journey in the Fraser Valley and Metro Vancouver December 19 and 20, 2025.

Arts Umbrella presents their annual Mixed Nuts holiday show, a modern and engaging twist on The Nutcracker. On stage at the Vancouver Playhouse December 12-14, 2025 you can enter to win tickets!

We have put together our 10th annual list of Free Holiday Events in Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. It’s updated regularly so check back often to plan your days, nights, and weekends around affordable holiday fun in the region.

Shop from many talented, local, Indigenous vendors and artisans at these holiday markets and craft sales around Metro Vancouver this season.