There’s something about Christmas and other holidays which fill me with joy. The shops are already playing Mariah Carey and are decked out with gifts galore. The holiday events are starting soon, and the festive season has begun.
Tis the season for family traditions. Whether your family enjoys baking together, decorating the house and Christmas tree, or just snuggling in with a few favourite seasonal movies – the time to do it is coming up. We have a tradition of always watching Scrooged, but Elf, and Spirited are great films too! Who doesn’t love Will Ferrell.
If screentime, is not your jam, we’re very fortunate in British Columbia to have so many options to help us enjoy the season. You can get up the mountains if you want to play in the snow – the local mountains are opening soon. Or you can attend one of the City’s magical events. Here are 4 of our favourite family traditions.
December 12 – January 4
6500 Gilbert Road
Richmond
gatewaytheatre.com
The award-winning musical adaptation of the classic Dickens novel, runs from December 12 to January 4. Gateway’s production will feature a cast of 24 actors, including 11 youth, and will be full of incredible dancing and stunning musical numbers choreographed by the talented Nicol Spinola with musical direction by Sean Bayntun.
December 6-8, 12-23
2901 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5K 4W3
Come and celebrate winter, PNE-style. Discover Santa where you can embark on the ultimate journey to meet Santa Claus, test a toy, and leave a snack for your favourite reindeer, ride the PNE Holiday Express, wander through Winter Lights presented by BC Hydro – a great place to snap a photo! – and go skating – or try the Ice Bumper Cars – at the Tim Hortons Ice Rink, and then warm up with the culinary extravaganza at the Holiday Eats & Treats.
November 30 – December 24
1496 Cartwright Street
Granville Island, Vancouver
Santa arrives at Kids Market on November 30th and will be visiting Kids Market until December 24th. He will be available Monday to Friday from 11:00am to 3:00pm, Saturday and Sunday from 11:30am to 4:00pm. Come on down for Story Time, Singalongs and to spend some quality time with Santa this holiday season!
December 6,7,8,13,14,15,20,21,22
Timberline Ranch
22351 144 Ave, Maple Ridge, BC V4R 2P8
For a relaxing, fun Christmas experience that avoids crowded malls and long Santa line-ups, “come out to the country” – come to Timberline Country Christmas! Here you will be enchanted by glorious lights, interactive scenes, lovely music, and enjoyable activities like wagon rides, petting zoo, pony rides, cookie decorating, and much more. All activities are indoors or covered at Timberline Ranch.
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