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Step into a living Christmas movie at Merry & Bright at Martini Town. Located in Langley, BC, this immersive holiday experience lets you walk through a real Hollywood film backlot transformed into a sparkling, retro winter wonderland. Perfect for a festive night out, the event features a towering 30-foot gift-stacked tree, old-school city storefronts, a… 

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Free. B.C.s biggest nighttime holiday parade is celebrating its 40th sparkling edition in 2026! Gather all your friends and family and head over to downtown Mission for a magical evening of glittering floats, marching bands, illuminated tractors, toe-tapping live music and a Christmastime community welcome that’s warmer than a steaming mug of hot chocolate. Santa… 

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Robson Square is Vancouver’s most famous outdoor ice skating destination, set beneath the Provincial Law Courts and surrounded by downtown’s busy energy. It’s a unique urban setting, offering a covered, open-air experience that’s largely immune to the city’s notorious winter rainfall. This makes it a popular choice for both locals and visitors.

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Experience holiday magic at the Steveston Tram during this month long celebration of Winter in the Village, with festive decor, photo opportunities, Polar Express story time on board the historic tram, and fun holiday scavenger hunt.

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Dress up your doggo in full-on festive finery (don’t forget to wear your own favourite holiday outfit as well) and head to Richmond’s shoreline Steveston Village for this charming pooch-based Christmas parade. Meeting at 10.45am, you’ll wander the designated route with a host of equally dapper canine critters delighting an adoring audience along the way… 

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The 34th annual Gingerbread Lane will take over the lobby of Hyatt Regency Vancouver from November 27 to December 28, 2026. Admission is free, making it an easy holiday outing for families, couples and anyone exploring downtown Vancouver during the Christmas season. Recognized as Canada’s longest-running gingerbread display event, Gingerbread Lane features creations made by… 

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Each winter a special ice skating rink opens in Whistler Olympic Plaza, where you can go ice skating in the heart of Whistler Village with views of the surrounding mountains, the Olympic Rings and thousands of twinkling, festive lights. Skate rentals are $7, and helmets and skate aids are free.

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Looking to stretch your legs over the festive season? Join the ever-friendly folks at Forbidden Vancouver for their sparkling, limited-edition holiday walking tour. You’ll weave through some of the city’s grandest downtown heritage buildings (look out for some beautifully decorated lobbies) and hear some eye-opening real-life tales of yesteryear murder, mayhem and even Fred Astaire!… 

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Located at Jack Poole Plaza, Vancouver Christmas Market brings a traditional European Christmas village to downtown Vancouver. Visitors can explore over 90 wooden vendor huts selling handcrafted gifts, Christmas ornaments, and festive decorations. The market also features traditional European food, seasonal drinks, live entertainment, and a Christmas carousel, making it a popular destination for holiday…