January is rolling along with another great weekend full of fun events in Vancouver.
Here are 15 fun things to do around town from Jan. 9 to 11. Check out Burning Mom, West Van Card Show, and more.
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Burning Mom
Arts Club Theatre Company
What: Arts Club Theatre is on tour with its inspiring comedy, Burning Mom. Meet Dorothy, who, upon realizing that life is too short to put off achieving one’s goals, heads off in an RV to Burning Man.
Join the journey of self-discovery and learn how art and human connection can keep us going on life’s winding roads.
When: Various dates from Jan. 8 to Feb. 8, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Kay Meek Arts Centre in West Vancouver (Jan. 8 and 9), Anvil Centre in New Westminster (Jan. 10 and 11), Surrey Arts Centre in Surrey (Jan. 14 to 24) Shadbolt Centre for the Arts in Burnaby (Jan. 25), Evergreen Cultural Centre in Coquitlam (Jan. 27 to 31), Clarke Theatre in Mission (Feb. 3) Chilliwack Cultural Centre in Chilliwack (Feb. 4), The ACT Arts Centre in Maple Ridge (Feb. 7 and 8)
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
J.P. Cormier
What: The Rogue Folk Club presents 13-time East Coast Music Award winner and one-time Canadian Folk Music Award recipient J.P. Cormier at Mel Lahan Hall at St. James Community Square.
When: Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Mel Lehan Hall at St. James Community Square – 3214 W. 10th Ave., Vancouver
Cost: $30-$35, purchase online
Chinatown Through the Lens: A Street Photography Walk
What: Street16 invites photographers of all skill levels to join a street photography walk through Chinatown. Participants will discover the charm and cultural richness of the neighbourhood while learning helpful techniques and tips from the instructors.
When: Saturday, Jan. 11, 2026
Time: 2 p.m.
Where: Meet at International Village Mall – 88 West Pender St., Vancouver
Cost: $25, purchase online
Sonder: Life in Lights
Yaletown
What: Yaletown has transformed into an immersive light gallery for the holiday season with SonderL Life in Lights.
From now to Jan. 11, guests can explore a self-guided route through the Heritage District and discover a series of cinematic light projections designed in collaboration with acclaimed creative studio Best Coast.
Visitors can follow a self-guided route from Hamilton and Mainland all the way to the waterfront along Marinaside Crescent, where the reflections off the harbour make some of the projections feel especially magical. It’s free, open nightly at 5 p.m, and perfect for cozy holiday date nights or anyone looking to experience something magical in the city this season.
When: Now until Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026
Time: Nightly starting at 5 p.m.
Where: Self-guided route from Hamilton and Mainland to the waterfront along Marinaside Crescent in Yaletown, Vancouver
Admission: Free
H Tasting Lounge’s Winterlust
What: Winterlust is once again taking over the stunning H Tasting Lounge’s patio. The event consists of five private translucent domes decorated with seasonal evergreen elements and Alpine-themed accents. Visitors will also enjoy views of the North Shore mountains and Coal Harbour.
Each dome can accommodate up to six guests and is fully equipped with heaters and fresh-air circulation to keep things nice and cozy. Additionally, each dome has an independent sound system so you can enjoy your own tunes while dining.
When: Now until Sunday, March 1, 2026
Where: H Tasting Lounge — 1601 Bayshore Dr., Vancouver
Reservations: Online
Port Moody Farmers Market
What: Established in 2008, the Port Moody Winter Farmers Market began as a market in the lobby and courtyard of the Port Moody Rec Centre. Now a weekly market, shoppers can stop by every Sunday for local B.C. produce, artisan crafts, and delicious baked goods.
When: Every Sunday until April 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Port Moody Recreation Complex – 300 Ioco Rd., Port Moody
Britannia Mine Museum – Ores & Orcas
Britannia Mine Museum
What: Britannia Mine Museum hosts Ores & Orcas – Howe Sound /Átl’ḵa7tsem: A Recovering Ecosystem until February 2026. Guests will be able to explore how copper contamination impacted the marine food chain from plankton to predators and discover how remediation efforts protect the important ecosystem.
The temporary exhibit also showcases specimens from the Howe Sound ecosystem, including the skeleton of a real killer whale.
When: Now until February 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: 150 Copper Dr., Britannia Beach
Cost: Prices vary, purchase online
MxPx
What: Washington punk rock luminaries MxPx have 12 studio albums under their belt, charting on the Billboard 200 and landing a song on the Scooby-Doo soundtrack.
They’re coming to the Commodore Ballroom for a show on Friday, Jan. 9.
When: Friday, Jan. 9, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Commodore Ballroom – 868 Granville St., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, purchase online
West Van Card Show
What: West Van Card Show features over 100 vendors in two rooms at The Pipe Shop at The Shipyards. Whether you’re looking for sports cards, TCG like Pokemon or Magic, or other collectibles, you’re bound to find them at the show.
When: Jan. 10, March 21, April 21, 2026
Time: 12 to 7 p.m.
Where: The Pipe Shop at the Shipyards – 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Cost: $10 cash or $11 if paying with a card. Children 7 and under free when accompanied by an adult
Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience in Vancouver
Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience in Stanley Park, Vancouver. (Kenneth Chan)
What: A stretch of Stanley Park’s towering trees will be infused with a touch of magic. After dusk, the forest will glow with an otherworldly trail where wands are welcome, creatures stir in the shadows, and Harry Potter’s Forbidden Forest is brought to life beneath Vancouver’s canopy.
When: Now until Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026; weekends and select weekdays
Time: Starting at 4:45 p.m. each event night until late evening. All entry is timed.
Where: Site of the Stanley Park Train — Pipeline Road in Stanley Park, via the West Georgia Street park entrance
Admission: Tickets online. Starting at $49.50 for adults; free for children under the age of three.
Birding with Me: Welcoming the BIPOC Community
What: Melissa Hafting leads a free birding program to introduce participants to the winter residents of Surrey’s Blackie Spit. Keep your eyes and ears open to spot wigeons, trumpeter swans, shore birds, and more.
BIPOC nature enthusiasts of all skill levels and ages are welcome, and there will be binoculars available to borrow.
When: Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Where: Blackie Spit Public Washrooms – 3136 McBride Ave., Surrey
Cost: Free
Abbotsford Canucks
What: Abbotsford Canucks fire up the new year with four games this week at Rogers Forum. Cheer them on as they take on the Calgary Wranglers on Jan. 10 and 11.
When: Jan. 10 and 11, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. (Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday), 3 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Rogers Forum – 33800 King Rd., Abbotsford
Cost: Various; purchase online
Zoo Lights
Greater Vancouver Zoo
What: Zoo Lights is a multi-sensory journey at the Greater Vancouver Zoo. Explore glowing displays and colourful lanterns in the festive event that the whole family can enjoy together.
While you’re at the Greater Vancouver Zoo, climb aboard the Arctic Express, take a photo with Santa, shop the holiday market, and more.
When: Now until Jan. 10, 2026
Time: Noon to 9 p.m.
Where: 5048 – 264th St., Aldergrove
Admission: General admission starts at $16, and memberships are also available. Purchase online
New Year, New Me at The Improv Centre
What: The Improv Centre performers are celebrating new beginnings and the start of the new year by bringing to life the audience’s real-life regrets and resolutions in this interactive comedy show.
When: Every Friday and Saturday from Jan. 2 to 24, 2026
Time: 9:30 p.m.
Where: The Improv Centre – 1502 Duranleau St., Vancouver
Cost: Various, purchase online
Artemis Space Adventure with LEGO Bricks
What: Science World invites guests to blast off in its latest feature exhibit, Artemis Space Adventure with LEGO Bricks.
Visitors will use LEGO bricks to imagine, design, and build their way through deep space challenges. There are also huge LEGO sculptures and workshop stations to inspire the creativity of explorers of all ages.
When: Now until April 6, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Science World – 1455 Quebec St., Vancouver
Tickets: Available online