Start the new year off right by hitting up all the must-do events across the city, from checking out the last of the light displays to skating across some ice rinks.

All Dressed In White – January 2026 Bridal Show

The All Dressed in White Bridal Show is back for 2026, taking over the Delta Hotels by Marriott Burnaby Conference Centre on Sunday, January 11, 2026. If you’re engaged and planning a wedding in 2026 or 2027, this is the show to hit for inspo, exclusive deals, and a shot at some amazing prizes.

With 70+ vendors under one roof, it’s the perfect place to meet top local wedding pros and get a serious jumpstart on planning – from venues and decor to dresses, photography, and day-of services.

Tickets start at $15 for general admission and go up to $42.56 for VIP packages, depending on your level of extra. 

📅 Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026

⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Shining Light Displays

Holiday Lights in Langley City

Until January 6, 2026, explore the stunning Holiday Lights across Downtown Langley by following a visual map for a self-guided tour. Choose between the driving or walking route for different points of interest. From giant snowflakes, to a walk-through ornament, and a Christmas Sequoia tree, the Holiday Lights tour is a mesmerizing experience that is perfect for families and couples looking to view dazzling lights in the Lower Mainland.

📅 Date: December 1, 2025 – January 6, 2026

📍 Location: Throughout Downtown Langley

🎟️ More Info: Holiday Lights in Langley City

Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

One of Vancouver’s most beloved holiday traditions is back – and it’s brighter, bolder and more magical than ever. The iconic suspension bridge and Park will transform into a sparkling holiday wonderland filled with millions of twinkling lights, festive treats and family fun! This season, guests can discover something entirely new: Wildlight, a mesmerizing 3D wildlife projection set deep within the rainforest. West Coast forest creatures such as the black bear, coyote and Great Horned Owl come to life in stunning detail across the natural landscape.

📅 Date: November 21, 2025 – January 18, 2026

📍 Location: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Canyon Lights 2025

The Magic of Christmas at Butchart Gardens

You can walk in a winter wonderland at one of the most breathtaking parks on Vancouver Island. Visit Butchart Gardens nestled in Victoria for a magical experience this holiday season. Visitors can enjoy scenes depicting the classic Twelve Days of Christmas and when you’re tired, make sure to keep warm at the coffee shop for a cup of joe or hot chocolate by the fire. Of course, you have to dig into some gingerbread, too.

📅 Date: December 1, 2025 – January 6, 2026

📍 Location: Butchart Gardens

🎟️ Tickets & More Info: The Magic of Christmas

Lights By The Lake

This annual event transforms the Harrison lakefront into a dazzling wonderland of lights. These stunning display lights up the esplanade along the lake. It covers a 2KM waterfront stretch, creating a breathtaking spectacle that promises to make your holiday season even more magical. There will be a grand opening ceremony scheduled for Saturday, November 22nd from 5:00pm – 8:00pm. To catch the lighting, be sure to head over to Harrison Lake for this beloved event!

📅 Date: November 22, 2025 – January 11, 2026

📍 Location: Harrison Lake

🎟️ More Info: Lights by the Lake

Bright Walk In White Rock

Although already beautiful, the White Rock Pier will become even more magical and festive during the holiday season with its annual Bright Walk! This winter, the waterfront promenade decked with magical lights and displays full of holiday cheer, transforming the popular location to be seemingly right out of a Christmas movie. Among the 50,000 beautiful holiday lights is a beautifully illuminated light tunnel, a 20-foot Christmas tree, and an 8-foot-tall selfie frame.

📅 Date: December 7, 2025 – January 18, 2026

📍 Location: Memorial Park

🎟️ More Info: Bright Walk in White Rock 2025

For The Family

Museum of Surrey Presents: Our Connection to Hockey

Hockey is more than just a sport in Canada. It’s part of our culture, our history, and it’s played an important role in bringing people from all walks of life together under one game. The Museum of Surrey’s newest free exhibit is showcasing exactly that, highlighting the integral part hockey has played in Canada’s past and present. Excitingly, it also shines a light on Surrey’s local hockey heroes, as well as having plenty of interactive activities that will get the whole family hooting and hollering for a goal.

Visitors will have the chance to learn all about how hockey is part of the glue that keeps Canada together. Alongside the national icons on showcase, Surrey’s own athletes and game-changers will be under the same spotlight, as well as the untold stories of diversity in hockey. Women’s hockey, para hockey, and Punjabi broadcasters have all played some amazing parts in making the sport what it is today– especially locally.

📅 Date: October 16, 2025 – April 26, 2026

📍 Location: Museum of Surrey

🎟️ More Info: Our Connection to Hockey

Artemis Space Adventure With LEGO® Bricks

Produced by Flying Fish and supported by Science World, kids can go in their own galactic adventure with this space-themed exhibition. Guests will be able to enjoy hands-on engineering challenges and workshop stations that are inspired by the creative problem-solving that real astronauts have to do.

📅 Date: June 26, 2025 – April 6, 2026

📍 Location: Science World

Food Experiences

The Winter Lodge at Stanley’s

This winter, Stanley’s Bar & Grill is transforming into Stanley’s Winter Lodge – a cozy, mountain-inspired holiday pop-up tucked beneath the trees, where lanterns glow, snowflakes twinkle, and mulled wine meets cabin-warm comfort. Think fireside dining, cozy winter flavours, twinkle-lit lodge vibes and playful touches like DIY s’mores – all without leaving the city. Inside you can expect twinkling snowfall, alpine-inspired details, and a warm, woodsy ambience – designed to feel like a mountain lodge after a day in the snow.

📅 Date: November 19 – February 1, 2026 (Open Wednesday – Sunday, 12:00pm to 8:00pm)

📍 Location: Stanley’s Bar & Grill

🎟️ More Info: Stanley’s Winter Lodge 2025 – 2026

Ice Skating

North Vancouver Shipyard’s Ice Rink

North Vancouver’s Shipyards Ice Rink is returning for another season! This massive, 12,000-square-foot outdoor rink will officially open on November 28, 2025—marking the first day to lace up and enjoy this free winter activity. The popular rink, located in Lonsdale’s waterfront district, gives skaters a chance to glide under a retractable roof with stunning city views. Whether it’s a rainy day or a crisp evening, the rink’s unique design makes it a must-visit winter experience.

📅 Date: November 28, 2025 until March 2026

📍 Location: Shipyards District

🎟️ More Info: Shipyards Ice Rink 2025-2026

Robson Square Ice Rink

This winter, strap on some skates and frolic in one of Vancouver’s most beloved ice rinks. Enjoy the downtown vibes as you glide along the ice with your friends, date, or whoever you like skating with. This Robson Square Ice Rink has always been a popular spot for holiday shoppers. Conveniently located in the centre of downtown, it is an outdoor rink with a glass ceiling that beautifully lights up for the festive season. It provides guests a unique experience, skating around while taking in the hustle and bustle of the busiest time of year. Nothing sings Christmas quite like it.

📅 Date: December 1, 2025 – February 28, 2026

📍 Location: Robson Square

🎟️ More Info: Robson Square Ice Rink

Sports

Get front-row seats to the best adrenaline-pumping games that Metro Vancouver has to offer!

🥍 Vancouver Warriors

• January 16: vs. San Diego Seals

📍 Location: Rogers Arena

🏒 Vancouver Canucks

• January 17: vs. Edmonton Oilers
• January 19: vs. New York Islanders
• January 21: vs. Washington Capitals
• January 23: vs. New Jersey Devils
• January 25: vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
• January 27: vs. San Jose Sharks
• January 29: vs. Anaheim Ducks
• January 31: vs. Toronto Maple Leafs

📍 Location: Rogers Arena

Whether you’re working on your new year’s resolution, enjoying the winter season, or just getting back into the swing of things, Metro Vancouver is here to make sure your schedule always has a bit of fun in it.

Source: 604NOW