What’s happening around Vancouver this month (January 2026). Our monthly guide to events, activities, and fun things to do around Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

Wondering where to dispose of your Christmas tree? There are several tree chipping and recycling events around Metro Vancouver and City-run options.

Family friendly New Year’s Eve activities around Metro Vancouver including the local mountains, Downtown Vancouver ice skating, and more on December 31, 2025.

Events and fun things to do around Vancouver this weekend including extended holiday attractions Friday Dec 26 to Sunday Dec 28, 2025.

Holiday lights, activities, attractions, and displays open on Christmas Day in Vancouver this December 25, 2025.

Cloverdale Sport & Ice Complex and Museum of Surrey have been selected as official host sites for Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada in Punjabi, live on January 17, 2026.

Grouse Mountain will be opening for its skiing/riding season at noon on Friday, December 19, 2025. The mountain will be celebrating its centennial season in 2026.

Fun and festive things to do around Vancouver this weekend including holiday events and more Friday December 19 to Sunday, December 21, 2025.

Sip, shop, and savour the festive season at this free Christmas Market in North Vancouver that has over 140 vendors and free entertaiment. The Shipyards Christmas Market is on until December 24, 2025 in Lower Lonsdale.

The Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival, will be cancelled due to the FIFA World Cup 26™. Dragon Boat BC unveiled a refreshed 2026 race calendar, with a new race next year in late August.