During the Christmas season, you will have so much to enjoy and participate in. From sleigh rides to snowboarding, get ready for the time of your life in Vancouver, BC! You can enjoy sightseeing and taking views of the city from famous Grouse Mountain, or you can visit beautiful Stanley Park and ride the Christmas Train. You are sure to make loads of memories with family and friends when you visit Vancouver, BC.
1. A Christmas Story on Granville Island
Photo (c) Tourism Vancouver
About: A fantastic play based on a true Christmas Story.This is something everyone can enjoy!
Where: Arts Club Theatre Company, 1585 Johnston Street, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3R9
Box Office: 604-687-1644
Where: Arts Club Theatre Company, 1585 Johnston Street, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3R9
Box Office: 604-687-1644
2. Christmas on Grouse Mountain
Bring the entire family to Grouse Mountain for a sleigh ride through the mystical alpine forest, visit Santa's workshop, and skate on Mountain-top Ice Skating Pond.
Tel:604-984-0661
Where: Grouse Mountain Resorts at 6400 Nancy Greene Way, North Vancouver.
When: Running until December. 24th, 2006. Open everyday from 9am to 10pm
Cost: General Admissionis Free
3. A Heritage Christmas in Burnaby
About: Take a visit to the Burnaby Village Museum and enjoy a historic setting of Christmas activities.
Tel: 604-293-6501
Where: Burnaby Village Museum 6501 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby, BC
When: November 22- December 10 12noon-5:30pm, December 11-23 12noon-8pm, December 24 & 25 closed,December 26-January 4, 2009 12pm -5:30pm
4. Rogers Santa Claus Parade
Photo (c) Cool Canada
About: Santas coming again! Enjoy watching the floats go by with Santa and friends in downtown Vancouver.
Best Place to Watch: On both sides of Georgia Street on the slope between Bute and Broughton Street
At the Vancouver Art Gallery
At Robson Square on Howe Street
Date: Sunday, December 7, 2008
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Admission: FREE!
Best Place to Watch: On both sides of Georgia Street on the slope between Bute and Broughton Street
At the Vancouver Art Gallery
At Robson Square on Howe Street
Date: Sunday, December 7, 2008
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Admission: FREE!
5. Bright Nights at Stanley Park
About: This has been a family Christmas tradition for over 20 years and has 1 million lights that transform the train, barnyard, and forest into a winter wonderland. Ride the train with the kids and see Santa's workshop.
Where: Stanley Park - Georgia Street Entrance, Vancouver, BC
When: November 28th, 2008 To: January 9th, 2008, 3pm - 10pm every day and closed on December, 25th.
Cost: Admission to the park is free and tickets are $8.00 (adults) and $5.00 (Children) which includes the Bright Nights train ride and Children's Farmyard.
Where: Stanley Park - Georgia Street Entrance, Vancouver, BC
When: November 28th, 2008 To: January 9th, 2008, 3pm - 10pm every day and closed on December, 25th.
Cost: Admission to the park is free and tickets are $8.00 (adults) and $5.00 (Children) which includes the Bright Nights train ride and Children's Farmyard.
6. Santa Shuffle Event
About: The Santa Shuffle is known as a 1km Elf Walk and a 5km Fun Run. This joyous event helps The Salvation Army to assist families in need during the Christmas holidays and throughout the year.When: Saturday December 6th, 2008, 10:00AM
Where: Lumberman's Arch, Stanley Park
Sign up: Denman Running Room at Suite #103, 679 Denman St. Vancouver
Tel:604-684-9771
Email: denman@runningroom.com
7. A Pioneer Christmas in Surrey
About: Let the kids learn about Christmas in the Pioneer times. This event includes fun like:Watching short holiday films.
Sipping some Christmas punch & nibbling on Christmas treats.
Exploring Christmas customs from pioneer days.
Doing holiday crafts with your family.
Viewing a display of vintage Christmas cards.
Joining in an old-fashioned Christmas Carol sing along.
When: December 13th, 2008
Where: Saturday, December 13, 1:00pm–3:00pm
Admission by donation at Surrey Museum
17710-56A Avenue. Surrey, BC.
For information call 604-592-6956
