Christmas in Vancouver is a magical time. A time where local residents quit complaining about all the light pollution and embrace the spirit of the season. Here are several photos showcasing the Christmas spirit in Vancouver. Also, remember there is still time to check out the many Christmas events in Vancouver.

Santacon 2012 (Image by by eych-you-bee-ee-ahr-tee)

Canada Place and the new Convention Centre (Images by Clayton Perry Photoworks)

Christmas in Granville Island (Image by Clayton Perry Photoworks)

The giant Christmas tree at Jack Poole Plaza (Image by Clayton Perry Photoworks)

Robson Square ice rink (Image by Timedrops Media)

St. Paul’s Hospital Lights of Hope (Image by Brian Chase Photography)

BC Place (Image by entheos_fog)

Christmas Lights adorn West End trees (Image by petetaylor)

The 2012 Santa Claus Parade (Image by by popeye logic)

VanDusen Garden’s annual Festival of Lights display (Image by TOTORORO.RORO)

Bright Nights at Stanley Park (Image by RayVanEng)

At the Vancouver Christmas Market (Image by TheVancouverGuy)

Woodward’s W (Image by SeanBirch)

Main image by Schum!