The winter and holiday season has kicked off in the City of North Vancouver with a variety of activities and events throughout the community.
Winter at The Shipyards
A popular year-round destination in Lower Lonsdale, The Shipyards offers opportunities for the community to gather, play and socialize alongside the beautiful waterfront views.
Check out the seasonal events below or just come on down and enjoy the outdoor fire pits while sipping a warm beverage. The fun will continue past December with more winter programming and activities into the New Year, so check The Shipyards event calendar at cnv.org/shipyardswinter.
Holiday Light Experiences at The Shipyards
December – January
Stroll through The Shipyards and enjoy holiday light displays including the twinkling lights on The Pier, Wallace Mews and the iconic crane.
The Polygon Gallery’s Holiday Shop
Nov. 16 – Dec. 24, Polygon Art Gallery
Holiday Markets
Pipe Shop at The Shipyards
iMade Holiday Season Opener – Nov. 26 & 27, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
The Shipyards Annual Christmas Market – Dec. 10 & 11 from 10 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Made in the 604 Pop-Up Market – Dec. 17 & 18 from 12–6 p.m.
Spirit of the Season Festival
Dec. 3, 3–7 p.m., The Shipyards
Burrard Yacht Club Festival of Lights
Dec. 3, 6 p.m., The Shipyards Waterfront
Holiday Skate Performance
Dec. 18, 6 p.m., The Shipyards Skate Plaza
ARTSSA Skating Academy presents a winter skate performance at the Skate Plaza.
Christmas Carol Sing & Story Time by CapChurch
Dec. 24, 4–7 p.m., The Shipyards
New Years Eve at The Shipyards Skate Plaza
Dec. 31, 6–8 p.m., The Shipyards Skate Plaza
Holiday Fun in the City
From events and markets to location-based activities, the City has something for everyone to make memories of the holidays. Look for these events throughout the community:
PRIDE Parklet Holiday Snack and Chat with Connie Smudge
December 1, 6, 13, 15, & 20. 3–5 p.m., 1400 block of Lonsdale Ave.
Open Streets Winter Wonderland
December 8, 5–7 p.m., Parklets along Lonsdale Avenue between 14th & 18th Street
Living Lane Winter Wonderland
December 17, 12–2 p.m., Laneway at 2nd & Lonsdale Ave.
Park and Tilford Garden Christmas Hi-Lights Festival
Dec. 2, 5–9 p.m., 333 Brooksbank Ave.
Community Winter Market
Dec. 14, 3–5:30 p.m., North Shore ConneXions Society
Centennial Theatre
Throughout December
Fire Department Toy Drive
Nov. 25 – Dec. 15, City Fire Hall
Live Music and Performances
Enjoy festive pop-up performances around the City this holiday season. It’s all part of PLAY, the City’s placemaking program that animates the City’s public spaces.
Christmas Revelers (carolers)
12–2 p.m., Dec. 2, 9, 16, & 23, from 1st to 3rd Street on Lonsdale Ave.
Christmas Scrooge Horns Trio
12–2 p.m., Dec. 3 & 24, from 1st to 3rd Street on Lonsdale Ave.
Stilt artists and ground performers
12–2 p.m., Dec. 4, 10, 11, 17, & 18, from 1st to 3rd Street on Lonsdale Ave.
Caminando Carolers
Dec. 8, 12–2 p.m., Central Lonsdale
Violist Royce Rich and Musician Scott Crompton
Dec. 15, 12–1:30 p.m., Central Lonsdale
Find out about all events in the City at cnv.org/Events, and everything at The Shipyards at cnv.org/TheShipyards.
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