Bright Nights Christmas Train on track with donation from local family

The Bright Nights Christmas Train – a holiday tradition for many families in the Lower Mainland-is on track for its 20th season. It’s even more spectacular this year thanks to a $50,000 donation from the family of a local woman who was famous for her annual Christmas display. Beverley O’Toole was known for creating spectacular … Read more

2018 Vancouver International Dance Festival Line Up Announced in Time for Gift Giving Season

  Special Holiday Offer available Nov. 27 to Dec. 22, 2017: Enjoy 20% off all VIDF shows   The Vancouver International Dance Festival (VIDF) proudly announces its sweeping 2018 festival season: a diverse and dynamic roster of internationally celebrated artists and local favourites, presenting three weeks of endlessly enriching performances, workshops, and a host of … Read more

Mt. Lehman’s First Annual Sojourn in the Country

  Singletree Winery to Participate in Fraser Valley Community Celebration   Singletree Winery   First annual Mt. Lehman Sojourn in the Country Saturday, December 2 from 10:00 am – 7:00 pm (hours may vary according to vendor) D Escape to the country with us this Christmas with the best of what Mt. Lehman has to offer … Read more

HOME COOKING FOR THE HOLIDAYS: RAILTOWN CATERING ANNOUNCES RETURN OF TURKEY TO-GO PACKAGES, PERFECT FOR HOLIDAY SEASON

  Available in Ready-to-Eat and Ready-to-Bake Formats, Railtown’s Gourmet Dinner Packages Offer Festive Holiday Feast With Portion of Proceeds Donated to Downtown Eastside Charity   Once again, the talented team of classically trained chefs at Railtown Catering is helping hosts make the most of the holidays by serving up their signature gourmet Turkey To-Go packages, available for pickup … Read more

It’s the most wonderful time of the year … at VanDusen Festival of Lights

VanDusen Botanical Garden is getting all gussied up for the holidays! The 33rd annual VanDusen Festival of Lights (FOL)—Vancouver’s premier and longest running holiday event—returns December 1 to January 7 (closed December 25). “The festival is so popular that this year we’re extending it for another week. New this year is an indoor entertainment area … Read more

Get Festive at Vancouver’s Westin Bayshore Hotel

Iconic Coal Harbour hotel hops with spirited fun throughout the holiday season Nestled on the edge of Vancouver’s breathtaking Stanley Park, the Westin Bayshore is a beacon of hospitality that greets the season with genuine warmth. From holiday cooking classes that send you home — or to your room — with fresh ideas that you’ll … Read more

L’ABATTOIR ANNOUNCES FIRST FIVE DATES FOR 2018 AT NO. 1 GAOLER’S MEWS, VANCOUVER’S MOST EXCLUSIVE AND INDULGENT DINING EXPERIENCE

  After taking its bow as Vancouver’s most exclusive dining experience with a sold-out string of events beginning in May 2017, the world-class ‘restaurant-within-a-restaurant’ concept known as No. 1 Gaoler’s Mews has announced a new series of monthly dinners for the first half of 2018. With dates for the new year scheduled on January 19, February 23, … Read more

20th Annual BRIGHT NIGHTS in STANLEY PARK!!

  The BC Professional Fire Fighter’s Burn Fund in partnership with the Vancouver Park Board is proud to be celebrating the 20th anniversary of Bright Nights in Stanley Park. Bright Nights in Stanley Park is an annual tradition for many families in the Lower Mainland and over the past 20 years, has welcomed visitors from all … Read more

Vancouver Christmas Market!

  Vancouver Christmas Market   Not even the torrential November rains in Vancouver could “dampen” the spirits of the attendees at the preview opening of the Vancouver Christmas Market last week. All of the features that visitors have grown to love are present again this year in an extended space which features Canada’s first walk-in … Read more

World Renowned Chinese Cultural Festival

   Chinese Lantern Festival making its Canadian debut at the PNE Grounds December 15, 2017 – January 21, 2018 Beginning on December 15th, the largest festival of its kind in Canada will feature 35 illuminated displays transforming over 14 acres of Hastings Park into an explosion of light and colours. The event runs daily from … Read more