You worked hard all week and deserve some fun in your life!
We’re here to help with our latest rundown of great events in Metro Vancouver! From the Lumière Festival to the Circle Craft Holiday Market and more, here are 15 fantastic things to do from Nov. 14 to 16.
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Lumière Festival 2025
Lumière Festival
What: Vancouver is about to get lit up by the returning Lumière Festival, and this year promises to shine bright in celebration.
Lumière’s 12th anniversary will feature spectacular art installations in the city’s West End and downtown core from Thursday, Nov. 13, to Sunday, Nov. 16
Guests will discover illuminated artworks, light-based projections, dynamic performances, and more from an acclaimed lineup of global artists. Best of all, the festivities are free to check out.
When: Thursday, Nov. 13, to Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025
Where: Various locations in and around downtown Vancouver
Cost: Free
Chutzpah! Festival
What: The annual Chutzpah! Festival celebrates all aspects of Jewish culture, with Canadian and international artists performing theatre, comedy, dance, music, and more at venues around Vancouver. Highlights include the musical 8 Gays of Channukah, The Flame storytelling, and more.
When: Now until Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Various locations
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Sloan
What: Juno Award-winning Canadian rockers Sloan are coming to the Commodore Ballroom with A Tour De Force, showcasing the band’s latest album, Based on the Best Seller. Sloan is one of the country’s best-selling artists with hits like “If It Feels Good Do It” and “Losing California.”
When: Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Commodore Ballroom — 868 Granville St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
Towering Trees and Friendly Ferns
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What: Stanley Park Ecology Society invites nature lovers to explore the trails and discover everything about the giant trees above, and the plants down on the ground.
Learn about the trees in Stanley Park, the interesting life of ferns, why moss is so important, and more.
When: Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Where: Stanley Park Rose Garden
Cost: $12 to $18, register online
Vancouver Christmas Market 2025
What: The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner, and the city’s largest and longest-running Christmas Market has announced its return this holiday season.
Vancouver Christmas Market is transforming Jack Poole Plaza into a huge German-style holiday event from Thursday, Nov. 13, to Monday, Dec. 24.
A popular holiday tradition for locals and visitors alike, the market features over 35 food and drink vendors, as well as more than 75 artisans and makers. There are also plenty of festive activities, live entertainment and new experiences to enjoy.
When: Thursday, Nov. 13 to Monday, Dec. 24, 2025
Time: Various time slots
Where: Jack Poole Plaza – 1055 Canada Pl., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
The Nanga Naach – A clothing-optional cocktail event for Cancer Awareness
What: The Nanga Naach is the world’s first clothing-optional cocktail event for cancer awareness.
This bold fundraiser celebrates confidence, compassion, and community while standing in solidarity with cancer patients who experience fabric sensitivity during treatment. Guests will enjoy handcrafted cocktails, live DJ entertainment, and culinary experiences. Proceeds support Save Your Skin Foundation and Vancouver Friends for Life Society.
When: Friday, Nov. 14, 2025
Time: 5 to 11 p.m.
Where: The Pipe Shop – 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Tickets: $35-$40, purchase online
Frankie Collective Vancouver vintage sale
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What: There’s going to be some great deals to be had on vintage clothing at a warehouse liquidation sale in Vancouver this weekend.
Folks will be able to find goods from brands like Nike, Polo, Adidas, The North Face, Champion, Tommy, Reebok, Levi’s and more. Some items will be up to 90 per cent off.
When: Friday, Nov. 14 and Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025
Time: Noon to 6 p.m. (Friday), 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Saturday)
Where: 114 W. 8th Ave., Vancouver
Cost: Free
Vancouver Giants vs Edmonton Oil Kings
What: The Vancouver Giants continue the WHL season this weekend with a game at Langley Events Centre against the Edmonton Oil Kings on Saturday, Nov. 15.
When: Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Langley Events Centre – 7888 200th St., Langley
Cost: Various; purchase online
Metro Vancouver Croissant Crawl
What: The croissant crawl is a self-guided, limited-edition croissant tour taking place around the region.
This buttery and delicious event highlights some of the most creative and mouthwatering croissant creations from participating vendors, and organizers are excited for foodies to try them all.
When: Now until Nov. 16
Where: Participating bakeries and cafes across Metro Vancouver
Homes for the Holidays
Homes For The Holidays
What: Enjoy all the sparkle and joy of holiday decorating at the 20th anniversary of Homes For The Holidays. Award-winning interior designers and leading home decor vendors are working their magic on UBC’s iconic Cecil Green Park House, and you can check them out for two days only in November.
Proceeds support YWCA Metro Vancouver’s Housing Action Fund, which aims to raise $5 million to accelerate the development of new, affordable housing for women and their children.
When: Saturday, Nov. 15 and Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Flexible or timed entry during event hours, or all weekend access pass available
Where: Cecil Green Park House – 6251 Cecil Green Park Rd., Vancouver
Tickets: From $65; purchase online
Orpheum Tours by Vancouver Civic Theatres
What: Vancouver Civic Theatres is hosting guided tours of the historic Orpheum theatre this fall. The event is led by the B.C. Entertainment Hall of Fame, and will be sure to delight music fans, architecture enthusiasts, and history buffs.
When: Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Where: Orpheum – 601 Smithe St., Vancouver
Cost: $10 plus fees, register online
Vancouver Asian Film Festival
What: Canada’s oldest Asian film festival returns with over 90 films, panel discussions, workshops, networking, and more. This year’s theme is “Beyond Asian,” with filmmakers exploring genres from drama, comedy, sci-fi, experimental and more.
Where: Now until Nov. 16, 2025
Time: Various times
When: Various locations, including online
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online
World Supercross Canadian GP — Vancouver
World Supercross Championship
What: A star-studded lineup that includes some of the sport’s best talent is set to go full throttle and battle it out on the track.
There will also be epic pre- and post-race performances, in which the bravest and boldest FMX riders will take to the air to perform gravity-defying stunts. Hold on to your seats!
When: Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025
Time: 5 to 9 p.m.
Where: BC Place — 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Cost: Various prices, purchase here
The Christmas Store at Potters
What: It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, especially at a massive holiday-themed paradise that has opened its doors in Metro Vancouver.
The Christmas Store at Potters is back for its 21st year of delighting shoppers with a huge array of décor items, stocking stuffers, and one-of-a-kind gifts.
Every year, the garden centre transforms its 28,000-square-foot space into a yuletide wonderland. And it’s less than an hour’s drive from Vancouver.
When: Now until Dec. 24, 2025
Where: 19158 48th Ave., Surrey
Admission: Free
Circle Craft Holiday Market
What: It’s never too early to start shopping for those on your holiday gift list, and a long-running artisan fair has returned to the Vancouver Convention Centre to help make the experience a snap.
The 2025 Circle Craft Holiday Market is taking place until Sunday, with over 300 Canadian artisans to discover. You can find clothing designers, jewellers, gourmet food makers, and bath and body product creators — just to name a few.
When: Now until Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 9 pm (Now until Friday), 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Saturday), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre West — 1055 Canada Pl., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online