Around Town – December 19th & 20th – Vancouver and Area for Families

It’s the last weekend before Christmas Mama’s – enjoy all the activities happening around town!

LONGEST NIGHT

December 19
1:00-4:00
Richmond Nature Park
www.richmondnatureparksociety.ca
Create lanterns to light up the night sky, and write your wishes on paper then toss them in the fire to set them free.

CP HOLIDAY TRAIN

December 19
3:00-5:30
Port Moody Recreation Centre
www.portmoody.ca
Don’t miss the CP Holiday Train’s dramatic arrival and get ready to sing classic Christmas tunes.

CAROL SHIPS CELEBRATION

December 19
7:30-9:00
Panorama Park
http://www.dnv.org/events/carol-ships-celebration
Enjoy a warm and festive evening filled with musical entertainment, roving performers, free craft workshops, a blazing bonfire and beautiful lights.

BIG ELF RUN AND WALK

December 20
1:00
Stanley Park
www.elfrun.ca
Everyone is assured a beautiful and stress free run or walk. This route is for all ages and abilities.

ICE SKATING AT ROBSON SQUARE

Now Until January 5
Robson Square Rink
www.robsonsquare.com
Skating is free with your own skates, otherwise rentals are available. The rink also features a concession stand with snacks and warm drinks.

KOOZA CIRQUE DU SOLEIL

Now until December 27
Big Tent – Science World
www.cirquedusoleil.com
The show is set in an electrifying and exotic visual world full of surprises, thrills, chills, audacity and total involvement.

HOLIDAYS AT THE AQUARIUM

Now until January 3
Vancouver Aquarium
www.vanaqua.org
Drop by the Aquarium for some festive underwater fun with Scuba Claus, the electric eel Christmas tree, and more.

A CHRISTMAS STORY

Now until December 27
Arts Club
www.artsclub.com
The musical misadventures of a boy with a dream.

FESTIVAL OF TREES

Now until January 5
Four Seasons Hotel
www.bcchf.ca
The trees are generously sponsored and decorated by individuals and corporations who are committed to supporting child health in BC.

VANCOUVER CHRISTMAS MARKET

Now until December 24
Queen Elizabeth Plaza
www.vancouverchristmasmarket.com
Sample old European favourites or new flavourings while you search for the perfect hand made gift at one of our 50+ vendors.

HERITAGE CHRISTMAS

Now until January 1
Burnaby Village Museum
www.burnabyvillagemuseum.ca
Do not miss our vintage-themed displays including wreaths, and swags and new window displays; a fun menagerie of Eco-sculptures and the challenge of the NEW Twelve Days of Christmas Scavenger Hunt.

BRIGHT NIGHTS CHRISTMAS TRAIN

Now until January 2
Stanley Park
www.vancouver.ca
During the holiday season, the Bright Nights Christmas Train and Stanley Park Train Plaza sparkle with three million twinkling lights.

CAPILANO LIGHTS

Now until January 3
Capilano Suspension Bridge
www.capbridge.com
Glittering lights, towering heights and festive nights – Canyon Lights returns for its 10th season!

PEAK OF CHRISTMAS

Now until January 4
Grouse Mountain
www.grousemountain.com
See how magical elves have transformed Grouse Mountain into the North Pole where you can have breakfast with Santa, visit his workshop, meet real reindeer or vote for your favourite creation in our Gingerbread Village. This Christmas, believe again.

CHRISTMAS AT FLY OVER CANADA

Now until January 5
Canada Place
www.flyovercanada.com
Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

POLAR EXPRESS

Now until December 20
Westcoast Railway – Squamish
www.wcra.org
A one hour long train ride complete with cookies, hot chocolate and ‘Everyone Sings’ on the return trip.

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Now until December 31
Van Dusen Gardens
www.vancouver.ca
Come and enjoy millions of lights among the beautiful gardens – you do not want to miss.

NORTH POLE BC

December 4 – December 24
Tradex Abbotsford
www.northpolebc.com
Featuring interactive scenes and activities, Christmas characters, mountains of lights, with plenty of good ol’ family fun and festivities!

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