WINTER MAGIC
Saturday & Sunday 11am, 1pm, and 3pm, Science World
Explore your science skills of observing and predicting at live magic shows from the Vancouver Chapter of the Society of American Magicians!
WINTER DISCOVERY DAYS
Saturday & Sunday 10 am – 4 pm, Fraser River Discovery Centre, New Westminster
Winter has arrived at the Fraser River, and you are invited to celebrate the season at the FRDC’s Winter Discovery Days. Things calm down at this time of year but there’s lots going on under the surface. Peek into the hidden happenings of winter where some species slow down… and others are hard at work!
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
All weekend, Van Dusen Gardens
If you haven’t yet visited the Festival of Lights, there is still time this weekend! You can expect to see one million lights decorating 15 acres of Van Dusen Botanical Garden. There are themed areas, tasty treats, unique light features, and holiday music.
CANYON LIGHTS
All weekend, Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
This is another gorgeous event worth visiting as you ring in the new year. Visit the world-famous suspension bridge all lit up, and climbing among the Treetop Adventure.
LIGHTS AT LAFARGE
All weekend long, LaFarge Lake, Coquitlam
This is Coquitlam’s free, and stunning outdoor light display around LaFarge Lake. It is a wonderful and festive walk. It is stroller friendly, and the distance is not too long so its very doable for young kids.
EAST VAN PANTO
Saturday & Sunday 2 pm and 7 pm, York Theatre, Vancouver
The final weekend to enjoy this family fun pantomime! Get ready for a hilarious adventure through the neighbourhoods of East Van! Featuring unforgettable characters, pop song parodies, stunning sets, silly costumes, and fantastic performances.
LORD OF THE RINGS TRILOGY MARATHON
Saturday 11 am, the Rio Theatre
A daylong movie marathon event for Lord of the Rings fans featuring the three back to back Peter Jackson movies.
JAPANESE NEW YEAR FESTIVAL
Saturday 11:30 am – 3:30 pm, St. James Community Square, 3214 W.10th, Vancouver
A Japanese immersion preschool is hosting a New Year’s Festival and everyone is welcome! Come enjoy games, Japanese food and take home super cute prizes.
