The biggest season of the foodie agenda is almost here, so we hope you brought your appetite! The month ahead is filled with holiday festivals, gorgeous lighting displays, and all manner of yuletide feasting. Throughout each delicious West Coast community, you’ll find tasty ways to celebrate. Is November too early to be dreaming of dancing sugar plums, mulled wine, and candy cane hot chocolate? Never! December often flies by in such a blur that you’ll be thankful you took things slow and savoured every bite of the season.
Diwali Fest | Various Locations
November 5 – Coquitlam
November 7 – Vancouver
November 15 – Surrey
In case this is your first Diwali, it’s the biggest, brightest and most popular event on the Indian calendar! It’s a time for glimmering lights, bold colours, and big flavours, so get ready for one of the most vibrant events around.
Vancouver Christmas Market | Vancouver
Nov 16 – Dec 24
Experience one of the biggest holiday markets on the West Coast! Wander through picturesque snow showers, Santa’s Workshop, and the romantic Lovers’ Lane all while feeling the merry vibes brought by visitors from across the world. And don’t forget some of the most reliably decadent German pastries of the year!
Yes Shef Vancouver | Vancouver
Nov 18
A celebration of Canadian women in food, this exclusive evening shows off the immense talent of chefs across the country. Guests can sample 20 tasting stations from some of the most exciting voices in the northern food scene!
Steveston Sips | Richmond
Nov 19 – Dec 31
As part of the annual Winter in the Village community festival, this month-long Steveston event invites you to wander through the character-filled community one sip at a time. Participating cafes and restaurants will be showing off their seasonal drink lists, each one packed with unique coffees, creative cocktails, and zero-proof refreshers.
Swedish Christmas Market | Burnaby
Nov 21 – 22
Visit the Scandinavian Community Centre for this pre-holiday bash filled with authentic Nordic gifts and treats. Peruse the delicious vendors making Swedish sandwiches and pastries, rice porridge, glögg and hot dogs while you sway to the live music that fills your heart with yuletide joy.
Surrey Tree Lighting Festival | Surrey
Nov 21 – 22
One of Surrey’s premier holiday events! This annual transition into the magical season brings together locals, visitors, and city representatives for the brightest occasions on the calendar. You can expect spectacular light installations, a holiday market, a dance stage, DJs, food trucks, and activities for all ages!
Langley Christmas Village | Langley City
Nov 26 – Dec 24
Thirty nights of timber chalets, mulled wine and yuletide wonder! From the team behind the Shipyards Christmas Market, this brand-new festive tradition brings together festive foods, drinks and gifts from 100% BC-based vendors, and a pop-up curling rink. Oh, and it’s all completely free to attend!
Lights at Lafarge Kick-Off | Coquitlam
Nov 27
Lights at Lafarge is Metro Vancouver’s largest free outdoor winter lights display! Walk along between brilliant arrangements of lights as they reflect off the water, casting sparkles in every direction. Community favourite food trucks will be on the scene to supply the snacking.
Shipyards Christmas Market | Vancouver’s North Shore
Nov 27 – Dec 24
Beautiful light displays, delicious comfort food, a skating rink and of course, Santa! The North Shore tradition continues with one of the most festive local happenings of winter. Get yourself some mulled wine and take a wander through the sights.
Ongoing
Vancouver’s North Shore Craft Beer Festival – Until Nov 12 – Vancouver’s North Shore
Kwantlen Farmers Market – Until Dec 22 – Richmond
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