The Vancouver Christmas Market is basically the un-official kickoff event for Christmas here in the City. This event gets everyone to shift gears and get into the Christmas spirit, as soon as they see the willkommen sign at Jack Poole Plaza.
At the Vancouver Christmas Market, you get to sip, savour and celebrate the Christmas season!
Now in it’s 10th season, the Vancouver Christmas Market boasts a variety of fun, festive activities, entertainment and of course food/drink. From the Walk-In Christmas Tree adorned with 36,000 twinkling lights, to taking a stroll down the newly extended Lovers Lane
Entertainment + Photo Opps
Enjoy live holiday entertainment on the Christmas Pyramid’s ‘Flying Stage’ while grabbing some mulled wine or apple cider to keep those hands warm. You can also get cozy in the heated Alpine Lounge overlooking the North Shore. Also, don’t miss out on the great photo opp, featured below! Oh, and there is a Santa for photos too!
And of course, you can shop an array of lovingly crafted gifts & treasures.
Food
Ok, honestly, the Vancouver Christmas Market has some of the best food vendors. From seasoned businesses, to new up and coming pop ups.
Some of my favourites food vendors at this year’s 10th annual Vancouver Christmas Market are:
- Taste the Wild– Their creamy wild mushroom soup is out of this world. This is the best creamy mushroom soup out there, for real, the best I ever had!
- Das Gulasch Haus- Wholesome stew made with tenderly braised BC beef, potatoes, and the finest Hungarian paprika. Served in a breadbowl! Vegan option available.
- Transylvanian Chimney Cakes- A classic.
- Two Sweet Guys– Dutch Mini Pancakes. These were so cute and delicious. You can choose different toppings (coconut shreds, strawberries, nutella, m&ms, mini marshmallows, peanuts and some icing sugar to top it all off)! A hit with both kids and adults for sure.
5. Cheese Me Raclette– This was my first time trying the raclette, and I can now understand why it is a Vancouver Christmas Market favourite. I mean, who doesn’t love a big wad a melting cheese over some potatoes, and meat? With a side of pickles, and breas of course! Yummm.
Fun for All Ages
There really is something for everyone to enjoy at the Vancouver Christmas Market, it’s festive fun for the whole family! Below are some exciting events and combos available as part of the Vancouver Christmas Market’s 10th anniversary season:
- $10 Tuesdays | Dec. 3, 10 & 17 — In celebration of the 10th anniversary, every Tuesday will feature admission for just $10
- Deluxe Date Nights | Dec. 4 & 11 — Enjoy 2-for-1 admission, starting at 5pm
- Kids Day | Dec. 1 — Youth (12 and under) can enjoy admission and carousel rides by donation to Children’s Wish Foundation all day long
- Holly & Jolly Combo — enjoy admission to both FlyOver Canada and the Vancouver Christmas Market, a printed souvenir photo and non-alcoholic beverage for $39
