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Get ready for a full week of holiday festivities, Indigenous Fashion Week, a cold plunge experience, and a Canucks game. Here are
10 of the best things to do in and around Vancouver this week (Nov. 17-21).
Over 70 Indigenous artists and 30+ designers will showcase their work at Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week, which will bring four days of fashion, art, and culture to the runway. From streetwear to powerful regalia, every design tells an impactful story.
When: Nov. 19 to 22, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 630 Hamilton St.
Cost: $35 to $80
Mine & Yours Luxury Resale, Canada’s leading destination for pre-loved designer fashion, is thrilled to announce its Black Friday Sale, running from Nov. 17 through Nov. 30, 2025, both in-store and online. This year’s event promises the biggest savings of the year, featuring designer markdowns of up to 80 per cent off and 15 per cent off regular-priced items (exclusions apply). From Louis Vuitton to Gucci, Dior, Celine, and more, shoppers can expect an unrivalled selection of luxury pieces at accessible prices.
Whether shopping for a statement bag, collectible accessories, or a timeless wardrobe staple, this is the event to elevate your designer collection for less.
When: Nov. 17 to Nov. 30, 2025
Time: N/A
Where: In-store or online, Yorkville (Toronto), The Well (Toronto), Kitsilano (Vancouver), and Davie Street (Vancouver)
Cost: Luxury resale starting at $25
The Vancouver International Mountain Film Fest is bringing together a series of incredible films and guest speakers from one of the most adventurous communities out there. There’s still time to catch a show between now and Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025.
When: Until Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025
Time: Screenings at multiple times
Where: 1660 East Broadway
Cost: $27
Holiday sips, anyone? The ultimate holiday pop-up bar is back at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Kringle’s will bring twinkling lights and cozy, decorated corners to the forefront, where guests are beckoned in by Christmas spirit and Christmas spirits.
When: Nov. 19 to Dec. 31, 2025
Time: 5 p.m. to midnight
Where: 900 West Georgia St.
Cost: Book a table online
The Chutzpah! Festival brings world-renowned dance, music, theatre, and comedy to Vancouver, all through the multicultural lens of Jewish experiences and heritage. Its 25th anniversary showcases a stellar lineup of local performances to choose from, and there’s still time to check it out this week.
When: Wednesday, Nov. 12 to Nov. 23, 2025
Time: Varies per event
Where: Multiple locations
Cost: Tickets vary per event, $136 for four regular-priced shows
Cheer on the Canucks as they go up against the Dallas Stars this week.
When: Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: 800 Griffiths Way
Cost: $104+
It’s officially time to get in the holiday spirit, because the Vancouver Christmas Market is back starting this week. This year, the festivities kick off with a first-ever Christmas tree lighting ceremony, with plenty of new holiday bites, sips, and attractions to check out.
When: Thursday, Nov. 13 to Dec. 24, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: 1055 Canada Place
Cost: $6.99 for GA until Nov. 12, 2025
An exhilarating cold plunge experience kicks off at Third Beach, followed by ARC’s signature bottomless brunch. So you’ll definitely be able to warm up and indulge in a pretty sweet reward if you decide to take part in this unforgettable experience.
Note that your ticket includes brunch, transportation to and from the beach, towels, and access to the Fairmont Waterfront’s health club.
When: Nov. 16, 2025, to Jan. 18, 2025
Time: 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: 900 Canada Place
Cost: $179 per person
The Vancouver Aquarium is the largest in Canada, and as such, its holiday transformation is something to look forward to every year. Starting this week, its Holiday Splash festivities will be back in full swing, with the return of Scuba Claus and a picture-perfect holiday backdrop, the Jelly Snow Globe.
When: Until Jan. 4, 2026
Time: Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: 845 Avison Way
Cost: $39.95 to $55.20 per person (ages 13 to 64)
Beer crawls are not just for summer. The North Shore Craft Beer Fest is back, and there are plenty of tasty events to check out until Nov. 20, 2025. Each day highlights a different local brewery, cidery, or distillery, with plenty of collaborative, innovative brews to sample.
When: Until Nov. 20, 2025
Time: 5 p.m.
Where: 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Cost: $43.93+
For the first time in Canada, Harry Potter fans of all ages can visit the “Forbidden Forest” at Stanley Park. Visitors follow an illuminated path filled with magical creatures like unicorns and hippogriffs to a themed village, where they’ll find nostalgic bites and sips, souvenirs, and bespoke Harry Potter merch.
When: Until February 2026
Time: Slots available between 5:30 and 10:15 p.m.
Where: 690 Pipeline Rd.
Cost: $43+
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