What: Echoing the Yuletide allure of traditional German Christmas markets, Vancouver's version––steps from the waterfront at downtown's Jack Poole Plaza and now in its 15th year––has become a seasonal must-do for many locals and visitors. They drop by for the friendly artisan vendors tucked into almost 100 little wooden huts plus the toe-tapping live music, twinkling festive lights and towering Christmas Pyramid centrepiece. The European flourishes are also a highlight, including imported German ornaments, throat-warming mugs of Gluehwein and aromatic stands serving decadent treats and international comfort dishes (typically including raclette, schnitzel, gulasch, spätzle and hearty sausages). For 2025, alongside happy hour dining deals, you'll also find a full roster of pop-up happenings, including karaoke, festive trivia, craft workshops, date nights, breakfast with Santa and many more. This year's new features also include a nightly light show with it's own snow shower! Arrive on a crisp winter's evening for the full glowing effect––including a walk-through Christmas tree, lots of light installations and even a vintage carousel ride that's free with your admission ticket. 

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When: November 13 to December 5: Monday to Friday 4pm to 9:30pm, Saturday & Sunday 11:30am to 9:30pm; December 6 to December 19: Sunday to Thursday 11:30am to 9:30pm, Friday & Saturday 11:30am to 10pm; December 20 to December 24: 10am to 10pm (6pm on December 24) 

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Where: Jack Poole Plaza, 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver

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Cost: Single-entry tickets from $6.99 (children aged 6 and under are free); full season passes $32.99; family season passes $84.99

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For more information, visit the official website or click on the advert above

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