Vancouver’s largest outdoor Christmas market kicks off next weekend with festive lights & treats

It’s hard to believe that the holidays are just around the corner, but here we are – and the return of many popular Christmas-themed festivities are upon us. For one, the Vancouver Christmas Market – AKA the largest of its kind and the longest-running in the city, returns this upcoming weekend!

Jack Poole Plaza will once again transform into the ultimate winter wonderland, complete with mulled wine, freshly made pretzels, and bratwurst – to name just a few tempting treats.

The market will also feature their beloved holiday carousel, a themed “Lover’s Lane,” and plenty of holiday shopping to go around.

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The Vancouver Christmas Market officially returns to Jack Poole Plaza on Saturday, November 16th, and runs until December 24th.

The operating hours for this year’s market are as follows:

• November 16th to November 30th: 11 am to 10 pm on Fridays and Saturdays, 4 pm to 9:30 pm from Monday to Thursday, and from 11 am to 9:30 pm on Sundays
• December 1st to December 23rd: 11 am to 10 pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and until 9:30 pm from Sunday to Thursday
• December 24th: 11 am to 6 pm

Tickets are currently available online starting at $14 for advanced bookings, and $32.33 for early bird season passes.

So there you have it, Vancouver! The holiday season is closer than you think.

Vancouver Christmas Market 2023

When: November 16th to December 24th
Where: 1055 Canada Place
Cost: $14 for advanced bookings, $32.33 for early bird season passes