Whether you’re already stringing up the Christmas lights or you prefer to wait until December, you can’t deny that Vancouver pretty much rolls right from Halloween into Christmas events. With Remembrance Day on the horizon (November 11), plan to head to a family-friendly ceremony in your community to show your support and commemoration for veterans and their families. Before the hustle and bustle of the holidays really picks up speed, register your kids for great extracurricular programs starting in January. Future You will appreciate that the kids are ready to go in their activities following winter break instead of scrambling to find last-minute spots. Check out our Winter Lessons for Kids Guide here.
Here are our top picks for family-friendly events for the weekend of November 7 – 9, 2025
🍧Reverse 7-Eleven Day | Metro Vancouver
On November 7th, it’s Reverse 7-Eleven Slurpee Day! Head to your nearest Eleven-7 store, wear your clothes backward and get a FREE small Slurpee of your choice.
🎼Modulus Festival | Vancouver
Music on Main’s Modulus Festival returns November 7–10, 2025, offering four days of transformative performances, interactive textile crafting sessions, and collaborative projects. This internationally celebrated festival embraces an interdisciplinary approach, combining music, visual arts, immersive installations, and participatory experiences.
đź’« Bear Creek Park Lights | Surrey
Enjoy a free, family-friendly evening festival in Surrey. Bear Creek Park is festooned with holiday lights and Christmas installations. Reimagined to bring nature to the forefront, this year’s event features an illuminated nature trail with stunning light displays to enhance the natural landscape of the park.
🪄Harry Potter™ Forbidden Forest Experience | Vancouver
For the first time ever, a forbidden forest experience is happening in Stanley Park! This Harry Potter delight will welcome visitors to an enchanting outdoor experience after dark with trails filled with magical characters and ample opportunities to cast spells!
🎶 Jade Music Festival | Vancouver
Turn up the mic on IBPOC music artists! Enjoy a week of nonstop music and explore the world of Chinese-language music. There are many shows to take in. Head to the official festival schedule here to see what’s happening.
🎅 Meet Santa at Indigo! | Burnaby & Langley
Santa is coming for a meet & greet at Indigo stores in Burnaby and Langley! Get a photo with the big man in red, hear a Christmas story, and enjoy some colouring and activities.
🎅 Christmas at Bass Pro Shops | Tsawwassen & Abbotsford
Head to Bass Pro Shops (formerly Cabela’s) for all your holiday fun this year. Start on November 8th with the arrival of Santa, complete with fun, family activities, a tree lighting ceremony, and special seasonal treats. Then, bring your family back in their holiday finest to grab a 4Ă—6 Photo with Santa and a shareable video starting November 9th. Stay tuned as more events are announced!
🎄 Christmas Craft Fairs | Metro Vancouver
Metro Vancouver LOVES their craft fairs, and lucky for us, there are plenty to choose from each weekend! Click here to see what’s happening near you this weekend.
🎨 Michael’s Make Break Craft | Metro Vancouver
The Michaels Make Break features crafty fun for people of all ages. Similar to Kids Club, the craft projects are done on a drop-in basis. Visit the store during designated times, purchase the item that’s central to your project, and then you have access to the Michaels project room, their amazing selection of craft supplies, and their creative, helpful associates! Bonus– some of the projects are totally FREE! This Sunday, make a special Snowman Ornament!
❄️ Arts Club presents “Frozen” | Vancouver
Soar to Arendelle this winter to see Anna, Elsa and the whole crew live on stage. Featuring stunning special effects, classic songs that your kids are sure to belt out, and heartwarming moments, this is one show you won’t want to miss! It runs from now until January 4th.
But wait…There’s more!
Love our list of awesome kid-friendly activities to do in Metro Vancouver this weekend? Then you’ll love our monthly guides too! Take a look at What’s Happening in November.  Don’t forget to bookmark our events calendar to stay updated on awesome events happening in your neighbourhood!
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