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Christmas At Historic Stewart Farm

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Enjoy Christmas down on the farm, as Surrey’s Historic Stewart Farm boasts holiday charm, circa 1894. The heritage farmhouse is decorated in authentic Victorian style, complete with local greenery on the verandah and fresh baking from the wood stove. Guests are welcome to tour the farmhouse and take a scenic walk of the riverside grounds. […]

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Port Coquitlam Winter Artisan Market

by Rebecca Bollwitt

The Port Coquitlam Winter Artisan Market brings holiday cheer and holiday shopping to the Leigh Square Community Arts Village this weekend. Port Coquitlam Winter Artisan Market Where: Leigh Square Community Arts Village, The Outlet & The Gathering Place (1100- 2253 McAllister Avenue, Port Coquitlam) When: Friday, November 25, 2016 5:00pm to 8:00pm Saturday, November 26, […]

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Win Tickets to Enchant, World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze

Comments 307 by Rebecca Bollwitt

If it wasn’t already cool enough that Vancouver was going to be home to the World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze this season, I recently discovered that Enchant will be supporting Variety – The Children’s Charity of BC and other local community partners. World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze Where: West 1st and Crowe Street (between Olympic […]

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Win Tickets to the Original Ugly Sweater Christmas Party

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It’s described as the “biggest, wildest, sweateriest bash of the season” as the Original Ugly Christmas Sweater Party returns the 15th year in support of The Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada. Experience all the magic of Christmas you felt as a child with all the benefits of being an adult as you sport you best […]

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Big Rigs for Kids in Surrey

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt

Big Rigs for Kids in Surrey this season is another free event in Metro Vancouver that offers family fun while supporting a great cause. This lighted truck parade will illuminate Surrey, from Cloverdale to Downtown, and will be followed by live entertainment, snacks, and more. Big Rigs for Kids in Surrey Where: City Hall Plaza […]

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Festival of Lights at VanDusen Garden 2016

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Vancouver’s harbinger of all seasons, VanDusen Botanical Garden, is a delight to visit for the new blossoms in the spring, full foliage in summer, and the bright bursts of colour in the fall. When winter approaches, the garden is adorned with over one million sparkling bulbs during the Festival of Lights at VanDusen Garden. Photo […]

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Wesbrook Balloon Winter Wonderland and Holiday Craft Fair

by Rebecca Bollwitt

There’s a new, free, holiday celebration on Vancouver’s west side as Wesbrook Village hosts a season-long Balloon Winter Wonderland, which will launch alongside a Holiday Craft Fair on December 3rd. Wesbrook Balloon Winter Wonderland The Balloon Winter Wonderland, housed in the 1,600 square foot Wesbrook Welcome Centre, will be open daily from December 3rd to […]

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Light Up the Heights for the Holidays

by Rebecca Bollwitt

Burnaby Heights merchants bring holiday cheer to Hastings Street during Light Up the Heights, a sidewalk festival on Saturday, December 3rd. Light Up the Heights for the Holidays Where: Burnaby Heights along Hastings Street (Boundary to Gamma) When: Saturday, December 3, 2016 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm Admission: Free Local merchants will be decked out and […]

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Main Street Holiday Art Party

by Rebecca Bollwitt

District Main is opening its doors to host a glittering holiday party for the Main Street community, and beyond, featuring the new solo exhibition “Precious Elements” by luxury hotel artist Lisa Penz. Step into a swanky winter wonderland (heated patio), sip on some signature cocktails and dance the night away. Main Street Holiday Art Party […]

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Carousel Theatre Presents A Charlie Brown Christmas: Win Tickets

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A Charlie Brown Christmas is coming to the Waterfront Theatre this Christmas to delight families with the wit, warmth and music of the beloved Peanuts special. Join Charlie Brown on his quirky journey as he tries to direct the school Christmas pageant. With some help from his friends and a ragged little tree, Charlie Brown […]

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