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HOLIDAY EVENTS GUIDE 2017

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CANYON LIGHTS AT THE CAPLIANO SUSPENSION BRIDGENovember 23 - January 28 | 11:00 am - 9:00pmHoliday activities start at 4:00pm | Closed Christmas Day

Glittering lights, towering heights and festive nights – Canyon Lights returns for its 11th season! Re-capture the feeling of wonder and excitement of the holiday season and be amazed by the hundreds of thousands of lights throughout the park. The suspension bridge, Treetops Adventure, Cliffwalk, the rainforest and canyon are transformed into a world of festive lights and visual enchantment. See 30-ton Douglas firs lit above and below the collars, go on a Snowy Owl Prowl, decorate gingerbread cookies and make your own Christmas card, and sing-along with the holiday band. Complimentary shuttle service available from Canada Place.

CHRISTMAS AT FLYOVER CANADANovember 23 - January 7 | 10:00am - 9:00pm

FlyOver Canada will transform into a magical winter wonderland this Christmas season. Guests will have fun helping Santa Claus search for his missing elves during an exhilarating flight across Canada and on to the North Pole.

The complete experience will last between 20 – 25 minutes and include an extended holiday edition of FlyOver Canada that leads guests on to Santa’s workshop in the North Pole. Some may even be able to catch a whiff of Mrs. Claus’ baking as they swoop over her Gingerbread factory! In addition, stop by our festive outdoor deck to enjoy holiday music, Christmas lights, hot drinks and seasonal snacks. Be sure to also check our performance schedule for visits with Santa, ice sculpture and live music.

HOLIDAYS AT THE VANCOUVER AQUARIUMHoliday Shows: November 24 - January 7Scuba Claus: November 24 - December 24

Celebrate the holidays at Vancouver Aquarium and experience everyone’s favourite holiday guest, Scuba Claus, as he makes his annual dive in the Strait of Georgia exhibit. Come marvel at a special holiday tree, its glimmering lights sparked by the resident electric eel. Visitors can learn more about the North Pole and the Arctic through dangling icicle displays, garlands galore and the chance to interact with a roaming Scuba Claus. In the Pacific Canada gallery, immerse yourself in the magical lightshow of Jelly Swarm. Dozens of origami jellies lit up with LED lights dangle from the ceiling with their projections dancing on the floor. Stare up at a towering Christmas tree made entirely of marine debris. Made by Tofino artist Pete Clarkson, the unique tree is made up of items found along his nearby beaches. Then hop aboard and enjoy a magical ride with Rudolph or The Polar Express in 4-D! The 4-D experience will sweep you away to the North Pole through an exhilarating sensory experience full of wondrous sights, sounds, scents and more. Included with the price of admission.

PEAK OF CHRISTMAS AT GROUSE MOUNTAINNovember 24 - January 7

Visit Vancouver’s North Pole. See how magical elves have transformed Grouse Mountain into the North Pole where you can have breakfast with Santa, visit his workshop, meet real reindeer or vote for your favourite creation in our Gingerbread Village. This Christmas, believe again.

Access to the Peak of Christmas is included with your Annual Local’s Pass, Y2Play or Winter Season Pass as well as regular Alpine Experience tickets.

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FESTIVAL OF TREESNovember 30 - January 1

This year Festival of Trees Vancouver is celebrating its 31st anniversary with an enchanted forest of decorated trees to raise funds for the most urgent needs at BC Children’s Hospital. Generous individuals, corporations and community groups show support of the sickest children in BC, while enhancing their visibility and brand awareness.

Visitors are encouraged to visit the Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver and CF Pacific Centre Mall from November 30, 2017 through January 1, 2018 to donate and vote for their favourite tree.

VANCOUVER CHRISTMAS MARKETNovember 22 - December 24 | 11:00am - 9:00pm

The Vancouver Christmas Market, located in Jack Poole Plaza, is guaranteed to get you in the festive mood! Stroll through the festively decorated outdoor German styled Christmas village and be treated to row upon row of illuminated wooden huts offering handmade gifts and tempting treats. Listen to the sounds of bells, trumpeters and carolers. As day becomes night, thousands of Christmas lights sparkle and delicious aromas of mulled wine and spicy gingerbread waft through the air.

Use parking code ‘BEMERRY’ for $23 self parking at Fairmont Pacific Rim. For valet parking, please see our Doorman - the guy with the hat! (max five hours)

BRIGHT NIGHTS - STANLEY PARK CHRISTMAS TRAINNovember 30 - December 14: Fri - Sun: 10:00am to 2:30pmNovember 30 - December 14: Fri - Sun: 3:00pm to 11:00pmNovember 30 - December 14: Mon - Thu: 3:00pm to 10:00pmDecember 15 - 24: Daily 10:00am to 2:30pm & 3:00pm - 11:00pmDecember 25: ClosedDecember 26: 10:00am to 2:30pm & 3:00pm to 11:00pmDecember 27 - January 1: 10:00am to 2:30pm & 3:00pm to 10:00pm

During the holiday season, Stanley Park sparkles with two million twinkling lights, decorating the darkness that comes early at this time of year. Make the Bright Nights Train part of your holiday tradition - Ride the train, watch animated displays, listen to holiday classics, sip warm cocoa, and feast on fresh popcorn or roasted nuts. Enjoy the sight of young eyes dazzled by the display of lights and the excitement of the holidays. Partial proceeds from the sale of Bright Nights tickets go to the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund, which helps burn survivors and their families. $1.4 million has been raised over the past 15 years. Donations will be accepted at the front gate. We suggest a $4 minimum donation. Thank you! Buy your tickets in advance to make sure you get on the train when you want.

DUNDARAVE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSDecember 2 - 23 | West Vancouver

The Dundarave Festival of Lights is located at Dundarave Park in West Vancouver, right at the waterfront by 150-25th Street. The North Shore festival features a Forest -of Miracles – comprised of dozens of decorated Christmas trees – as well as four Saturdays of free afternoon concerts. Also famous at the venue is the Dundarave Nativity, which is a life-sized nativity scene by master woodcarver Bill Seminoff. The best times to visit the Dundarave Festival of Lights are during the concerts on Saturdays in the afternoons, and at night when the Forest of Miracles is all lit up. Free concerts take place at the Dundarave Festival of Lights on Saturdays leading up to the Christmas Wassail and Bonfire on December 23rd.

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ROBSON SQUARE ICE SKATINGDecember 1 - February 28 | Vancouver DowntownSun - Thur: 9:00am am to 9:00pm | Fri & Sat: 9:00am to 11:00pm

This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun at Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink. Come and celebrate winter in style with free skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver. It’s a magical place to enjoy the holidays with your friends, family and loved ones.

VANDUSEN BOTANICAL GARDEN FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSDecember 1 - January 7 | 4:30pm - CloseDecember 25 | Closed

Experience VanDusen Festival of Lights, a magical winter wonderland with over one million lights decorating VanDusen Botanical Garden. This year we’ve expanded the show to include a new carousel and all entry tickets include a free ride! Stroll with friends and family through interactive themed areas, enjoy the famous Dancing Lights show on Livingstone Lake, look for roving Scandinavian gnomes and reindeer in the garden, light a candle at the Make-A-Wish candle grotto, take a photo with Santa, and much more!

KARAOKE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS TROLLEY TOURDecember 1 - December 29 | 6:30pm, 3 Hour TourDecember 25 | Closed

Festively decorated Trolleys equipped with karaoke machines for your seasonal singing enjoyment will take you through the city lights of downtown before arriving at Bright Nights at Stanley Park. After being given some time to walk through the light display and take in Stanley Park’s holiday magic, the tour will continue through local light displays on the way to the second stop of the evening at VanDusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights. A donation to the Burn Fund is included in each ticket on the Karaoke Christmas Lights Trolley tour. This family friendly Holiday tour is by reservation only and is also available for private charters. For more information or to reserve tickets now, please call 604.451.1600. Tickets: Adult $45, Children $35.

GINGERBREAD HOUSE COMPETITIONDecember 1 - 29 | Hyatt Regency Hotel

The team is hard at work crafting this year’s display built to serve as the centerpiece for more than 30 gingerbread creations designed by secondary schools, professionals and amateur culinary artists. More than a holiday attraction, Gingerbread Lane has raised over $80,000 for charity over the past 26 years, including supporting their current charity partner, Make-A-Wish BC & Yukon. This year promises to be the biggest yet as the hotel celebrates Gingerbread Lane’s 27th anniversary.

CAROL SHIP DINNER CRUISESHarbour Cruises offers the most extensive and festive selection of Carol Ship departures in Vancouver. We are proud to continue our tradition of providing live Christmas Carolers to lead you in all the Yuletide favourites. Song sheets are provided at each table. Enjoy professionally prepared holiday menus designed exclusively for Harbour Cruises & Events. No matter which boat you are on, you’ll find it decorated from with Christmas cheer.

Weekend Dinner & Dance Cruises | 7:00pm - 10:30pm, boarding begins at 6:30pmDecember 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16 Come dance the night away under the stars with carol singers and a live on board DJ, as you enjoy a delicious triple-entree Christmas dinner featuring slow-roasted turkey, honey

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glazed ham and oven baked eggplant parmesan. This 3.5 hour cruise is perfect for staff and group functions.Adult/Senior/Youth - $88.95 + gratuity and GSTChild (22 - 11) - $78.95 + gratuity and GST

Carol Ship Dinner Cruises | 7:00pm - 9:30pm, boarding begins at 6:30pmDecember 6, 7, 10, 13, 14, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23Perfect for family celebrations, office parties or other small group events! What better way in Vancouver to celebrate the festive season than cruising by the various community shorelines and the downtown night skyline. Weeknight cruises are 2.5 hours long and include a traditional dual entrée holiday menu featuring slow-roasted turkey and honey glazed ham.Adult/Senior/Youth - $72.95 + gratuity and GSTChild (22 - 11) - $62.95 + gratuity and GST

CHRISTMAS AT CANADA PLACENovember 23 - December 31 | 8:00am - 11:00pm, FREE Admission

Capture the spirit of the season at Canada Place! Join us in celebrating the 30th annual Christmas at Canada Place presented by the Port of Vancouver. Running for five weeks this year from November 23 until December 31, you are invited to experience the nostalgic tradition of the Woodward’s Windows, a magical holiday lighting display, the Sails of Light, and the festive Avenue of Christmas Trees.

HERITAGE CHRISTMAS AT BURNABY VILLAGE MUSEUMNovember 25 - January 5 | 1:00pm - Close, FREE AdmissionDecember 24 & 25 | Closed

Join us this Heritage Christmas for some old-fashioned fun and spectacular light displays. Stroll through the streets of the Village to see wreaths, cedar swags and vintage-themed displays will. At the bandstand, visitors can create their own magical holiday show with lights that change colours to sound. Special entertainment is scheduled throughout the season including theatre performances, community choirs, street characters and musicians. Many family favourite activities are back including a craft for children, baking in the Farmhouse and, of course, visits with Father Christmas. A great way to see the entire site is to take on the challenge of our Twelve Days of Christmas scavenger hunt – the clues are the words to the song and the answers are sure to delight. Free scavenger hunt cards are available at the gates and at the Ice Cream Parlour. Free gate admission, carousel rides $2.65 each.

WINTER SOLSTICE LANTERN FESTIVALDecember 21 | 6:00pm, FREE Admission

The dance of the sun and earth has inspired celebrations of the human spirit, expressed through art and music, throughout the ages. Honouring many cultural traditions, the annual Winter Solstice Lantern Festival illuminates the darkest night of the year with lanterns, fire, singing, drumming, music and dancing.

Come celebrate this free community event with a glowing constellation of lanterns shining in three different Vancouver neighbourhoods - Chinatown, Yaletown and Granville Island. These three little festivals are community based and reflect the unique nature of each neighbourhood. Intimate and accessible, each invites your participation. Wherever you wind up, we hope you feel connected to your community and the universal spirit of celebration!

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KURIOS - CIRQUE DU SOLEILOctober 19 - December 31 | Concord Pacific Place

KURIOS is a journey of exploring mystic tales and transforming perceptions of your surroundings. Since its debut, the critics have been raving about its beautiful visuals across North America.

THE DAY BEFORE CHRISTMASNovember 16 - December 24 | Goldcorp Stage at the BMO Theatre

Alex is a perfectionist who is desperately holding fast to her Christmas traditions. While juggling family and work—and a movie star—she loses control of her holiday plans, and her home becomes a disaster zone. Can she save the turkey from the dog and salvage a broken tree? This infectious comedy is sure to make the holidays bright.

ONEGINNovember 23 - December 31 | Granville Island Stage

When Evgeni Onegin visits the Larin family estate, his romantic charms stir passions long forgotten by its residents. The hit musical moves, shakes, and wakes audiences with its sweeping score, leaving the powerful question swirling in their minds: Look around, look around, look around, do you see someone worth dying for?

THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBENovember 25 - January 6 | Waterfront Theatre, Granville Island

Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy discover an old wardrobe that leads to an enchanted land, Narnia, full of mythical creatures, talking animals, quests and secrets. In one of the greatest battles between Good and Evil in children’s literature, the fate of the four children unfolds in a grand, otherworldly adventure.

BEAUTY AND THE BEASTDecember 7 - January 7 | Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage

Discover the magic behind the castle walls in this brilliant adaptation of the Academy Award–winning animated fi lm. This beloved fairy-tale spectacle will thrill you with its show-stopping musical numbers, astonishing sets, and lavish costumes.

A TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS: VSODecember 8 - 17 | Various Venues

Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Lower Mainland’s most beloved Christmas music tradition. Kick off your Holiday season on the perfect note, with the VSO Traditional Christmas concerts.

GOH BALLET’S THE NUTCRACKERDecember 14 - 19 | The Centre in Vancouver for Performing Arts

Goh Ballet’s The Nutcracker, now in its 9th season, is a delight for the entire family. Experience Clara’s dream come to life as she embarks on a journey through the Land of Snow to the Kingdom of Sweets where she is greeted by the Sugar Plum Fairy.

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CONTACT WINTER MUSIC FESTIVALDecember 26 & 27 | BC Place

Contact Winter Music Festival is Western Canada’s largest two-day stadium event. This 19+ festival draws some of the worlds biggest DJs and producers to Vancouver, while pushing the boundaries and expectations of the electronic music scene in Western Canada. One of the many features that make this festival stand out are the exterior LED lights at BC Place that display sound waves in time with music going on inside.

VANCOUVER THEATRE SPORTSOngoing | The Improv Theatre

Vancouver TheatreSports™ League’s brand of improvisation is a highly theatrical fusion of the dramatic elements of comedy and tragedy coupled with the enthusiasm and edge-of-your-seat excitement of professional sport. Shows include Christmas Queen (Nov 22 - Dec 23), Theatre Sports, Late Night Laughs and Rookie Nights.

SALUTE TO VIENNA NEW YEAR’S CONCERTJanuary 1, 2:30pm | Orpheum Theatre

Celebrate the ageless beauty of Viennese music at Vancouver’s 20th annual New Year’s Concert. Strauss waltzes and sweeping melodies from operettas are performed by hand-picked European singers and full orchestra. Beautifully costumed dancers present romantic vignettes. You’ll fall for the Blue Danube Waltz all over again; make it your tradition!

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VANCOUVER ART GALLERY

AN EXHIBITION FROM THE ROYAL COLLECTIONOctober 28 - February 4

A remarkable group of more than ninety paintings, drawings, prints, photographs and sculpture Highlighting both the enormous richness of the Royal Collection and the complex and deep relationship that the British monarchy has had with artists.

GORDON SMITH: THE BLACK PAINTINGSOctober 21 - February 4

One of Canada’s most infl uential and compelling painters. His practice spans over seven decades. Though primarily known as a landscape painter, Smith’s complex oeuvre can be characterized as one of continued, rich and varied artistic exploration.

TRUE NORDIC: HOW SCANDINAVIA INFLUENCED DESIGN IN CANADAOctober 28 - January 28

This ground-breaking exhibition examines the signifi cant infl uence of Scandinavian craft and industrial design on the development of Canadian culture. Spanning more than seven decades, True Nordic reveals how this design was introduced in Canada and how its aesthetics and material forms were adopted, revised and transformed.

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THE FABRIC OF OUR LAND: SALISH WEAVINGNovember 19 - April 15

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the unique design of Salish blankets up close and to learn the rich history and significance of weaving in this region. The exhibition takes you on a journey through the past two hundred years of Salish weaving from the early 1800s through to today’s vibrant renaissance.

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December 2 vs Toronto Maple Leafs Rogers ArenaDecember 5 vs Carolina Hurricanes Rogers ArenaDecember 7 vs Philadelphia Flyers Rogers ArenaDecember 13 vs Nashville Predators Rogers ArenaDecember 15 vs San Jose Sharks Rogers ArenaDecember 17 vs Calgary Flames Rogers ArenaDecember 19 vs Montreal Canadiens Rogers ArenaDecember 23 vs St. Louis Blues Rogers ArenaDecember 28 vs Chicago Blackhawks Rogers ArenaDecember 30 vs Los Angeles Kings Rogers ArenaJanuary 2 vs Anaheim Ducks Rogers Arena