This Month in Vancouver
Every month in Vancouver is simply bustling with cultural celebrations, concerts, sports events and so much more. Our Concierge team has their fingers on the pulse of all the fun, so check out what’s happening in Vancouver this month. We won’t let you miss a thing!
Winter 2025
Explore all the fun activities and dining events at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver this winter.
Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience – Hpforbiddenforestexperience.com/vancouver
Nov 7 – Feb 1 @ Stanley Park
Walk into the depths of a dark forest, discover Fantastic beasts, interactive spells and discover some of the most iconic scenes from the beloved Harry Potter film series.
Capilano Canyon Lights – Capbridge.com/events/canyon-lights
Nov 21 – Jan 18 @ Capilano Suspension Bridge
Canyon Lights’ enchanted winter wonderland transforms Capilano Suspension Bridge Park into an unforgettable holiday light experience. Walk across the world-famous bridge, lit end-to-end with multicolour displays above an illuminated Capilano River.
Ice Skating at Robson Square – Robsonsquare.com
Dec 1- Feb 28 @ Robson Square, behind Vancouver Art Gallery
The outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown.
Vancouver International Boat Show – Vancouverboatshow.ca
Jan 14 – 18 @ Vancouver Convention Centre
Western Canada’s largest boat show is the best place to see boats and the best place to buy them!
Dine Out Vancouver Festival – Dineoutvancouver.com
Jan 21 – Feb 8 @ Various venues
Savour and sip your way through Canada’s largest food and drink festival. Choose from curated prix fixe menus at over hundreds of Vancouver’s restaurants and discover unique culinary events.
PuSh International Performing Arts Festival – Pushfestival.ca
Jan 22 to Feb 8 @ Various venues
One of Vancouver’s signature winter events, PuSh Festival invites audiences to discover innovative contemporary works of live performances by local, national and international artists.
The Heat: An International Improv Comedy Fest – Theimprovcentre.ca/the-heat
Jan 27 – 31 @ Improv Centre Granville Island
For five nights, global comedy takes over with visiting improv stars from England, the USA, New Zealand as well as the local ensemble. In this festival, each show pairs two teams, merging distinct cultures, comedic instincts and improv traditions.
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra – Vancouversymphony.ca
All concerts at the Orpheum Theatre unless otherwise noted
Jan 1 Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert
Jan 6 TD Connecting Communities Concert
Jan 8 – 10 Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert
Jan 14 & 15 Spectre in Concert
Jan 17 James Ehnes Plays Beethoven
Jan 23 Tchaikovsky & Rachimaninoff
Jan 30 & 31 Nielsen’s “The Inextinguishable”
Daniel Tosh: My First Farewell Tour – Danieltosh.com
Jan 11 @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Comedian, host, writer and producer
Whose Live Anyway – Whoselive.com
Jan 17 @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre
90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions with cast members Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B Davis and Joel Murray
James Ehnes – Jamesehnes.com
Jan 17 @ Orpheum Theatre
Grammy winning concert violinist and violist
Broadway Across Canada: Moulin Rouge! The Musical – Vancouver.broadway.com/shows/moulin-rouge
Jan 20 – 25 @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Enter a world of splendour and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur and glory! Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza
TWICE – TWICE.jype.com
Jan 9 & 10 @ Rogers Arena
South Korean girl group
Madison Cunningham – Madisoncunningham.com
Jan 9 @ Vogue Theatre
American singer-songwriter and guitarist
Dean Lewis – Deanlewismusic.com
Jan 20 @ Orpheum
Australian singer-songwriter
Tom Green – Tomgreen.com
Jan 23 @ Vogue
Canadian-American comedian, television personality, actor, podcaster, singer, songwriter, and rapper
The Offspring + Bad Religion – Offspring.com
Jan 24 @ Rogers Arena
American rock band from California
Vancouver Canucks @ Rogers Arena – Nhl.com/canucks
Jan 2 vs Seattle Kraken
Jan 3 vs Boston Bruins
Jan 17 vs Edmonton Oilers
Jan 19 vs New York Islanders
Jan 21 vs Washington Capitals
Jan 23 vs New Jersey Devils
Jan 25 vs Pittsburgh Penguins
Jan 27 vs San Jose Sharks
Jan 29 vs Anaheim Ducks
Jan 31 vs Toronto Maple Leafs
Vancouver Warriors @ Rogers Arena – Vancouverwarriors.com
Jan 16 vs San Diego Seals
Shoresy Classic
Jan 26 @ Rogers Arena
This event brings together Shoresy’s cast, celebrity players and hockey pros for an action-packed game!
Concierge Dining Guide
Allow our concierge team to share their advice (and help secure reservations) to their top picks for the best places to dine in Vancouver.
Concierge Activity Guides
For every season, our experienced concierge team has rounded up all the best activities for you to enjoy. From the mild to the wild, learn more about all the adventures waiting for you to explore during your stay in Vancouver.
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