Another special weather statement has officially been issued for B.C., after a weekend of pummeling rain and wind.

“A series of strong fall storms is expected to bring significant rainfall and strong winds to parts of the B.C. coast this week,” says Environment and Climate Change Canada on Monday, Nov. 9. “Significant rainfall accumulations are expected, with upslope terrain and higher elevations receiving the heaviest amounts of precipitation.”

According to the ECCC, exact rainfall amounts are not yet certain, and some areas may also experience “gusty southerly winds” in this next round of storms.

In the meantime, here are some fun indoor activities you can check out in Vancouver this week and beyond.

Circle Craft Holiday Market

Taking over the Vancouver Convention Centre West for five days this week, Circle Craft Holiday Market will feature handmade gifts from over 315 top craftspeople, all from Canada. Shoppers can sip and snack as they shop from a variety of goods you won’t find anywhere else, from curated fashion and jewelry to home decor and ceramics.

When: Wednesday, Nov. 11 to Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday to Friday, until 7 p.m. on Saturday, and until 5 p.m. on Sunday
Where: 1055 Canada Pl., Vancouver
Cost: $6 to $16 per person

Drop-in pottery painting at Café au Clay

This one’s for coffee and pottery lovers. You can treat yourself to a bit of both at Café au Clay, which doubles as a pottery studio. Here, you can enjoy drop-in pottery painting for $25 to $70 per person, during which time you’ll craft a trinket dish, cup, vase, bowl, mug, plate, or larger piece, and pick it up after 10 to 14 days. This is perfect for those just beginning their pottery journey, or those who want the ambiance of a cafe while creating a gift for a loved one.

When: Open Tuesday to Sunday
Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (cafe operations open from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Where: 1612 West 3rd Ave. 
Cost: $25 to $70 per person

Museum of Anthropology

The Museum of Anthropology is undoubtedly one of Vancouver’s best museums, offering an incredible look at Indigenous cultures from across the world, with a focus on First Nations history in B.C. Its latest exhibition is a collection of nearly 100 pre-Columbian ceramic, textile, bone and wood works, some of which date back more than 2,500 years! Tupananchiskama: Ancient Andean Cosmovision explores the complex cultures and worldviews of ancient Andean civilizations.

Starting Nov. 19, you can also check out From the Deep by Ayana V. Jackson, inspired by the mythic underwater world imagined by Detroit techno duo Drexciya. The exhibition is a feminist, Pan-African aquatopia inhabited by water spirits from African and Afro-Atlantic traditions.

When: Current exhibition runs until March 29, 2027
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Tuesday to Sunday
Where: 6393 North West Marine Dr.
Cost: $26 per adult

Grandview Lanes

This family-owned bowling alley has been a fixture in the East Vancouver community and a Commercial Drive staple since it first opened in 1947, especially when the weather makes it absolutely miserable to be outside. There are five and ten-pin lanes to choose from, including glow-in-the-dark bowling.

When: Open daily
Time: Open from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday to Thursday, until 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, and until 10 p.m. on Sunday
Where: 2195 Commercial Dr.
Cost: $6.99 to $7.49 per game/person, or $64.99 to $$69.99 per hour/lane

Bloedel Conservatory

Situated in Queen Elizabeth Park, this conservatory is the place to have a colourful getaway on a grey, drizzly Vancouver day. Escape the downpour and meet some pretty cool tropical birds in the process.

When: Open daily
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through December 2025
Where: 4600 Cambie St. 
Cost: $8.05 per person

The Robot Zoo at Science World 

The Robot Zoo is Science World’s newest exhibition, exploring the engineering and biomechanics behind some of nature’s most fascinating animals through animatronics. From a squid hunting a struggling fish to a swimming platypus to a giant grasshopper, there are all kinds of installations to check out, all made using repurposed household and industrial materials.

When: Oct. 9, 2026, to April 4, 2027
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: 1455 Quebec St. 
Cost: $37.50 per adult, $25.50 per child

Check out a free art museum

You don’t have to splurge on museum tickets to enjoy some local art. These free-to-enter museums and galleries have tons of exciting new exhibits covering a wide range of mediums, artistic themes, and countries of origin.

When: Various opening times
Time: Varies per museum
Where: Locations across Vancouver
Cost: Free admission

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Isabelle Vauclair

Staff Writer, Vancouver – Isabelle is a West Coast native with an appreciation for Vancouver’s natural landscape, patio scene, and community spaces. She loves to discover new hidden gems in her neighbourhood and share them with readers across the city.

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