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BIG BROTHER’S OF GREATER VANCOUVER
All December
Be part of the BIG Picture! This holiday season, change the life of a child through mentorship. Last year, Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver served 959 children through mentorship. This year, your donation will make it over 1,000. Children in our community are waiting for someone who shows up just for them.
Your support ensures every child can have someone who listens, someone who cares and someone to believe in them. Your donation brings confidence, connection, and a Big Brother to a child in your community. More than 100 children are waiting for a Big Brother today. Empower youth and ignite potential with Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver!
When you give today, you’re not just donating – you’re changing the life of a child in your community.
SURREY HOSPITALS FOUNDATION
At Surrey Hospitals Foundation, we’re here for you, and for every person who depends on exceptional care close to home. By becoming a monthly donor, you can be there for others too.
Surrey Hospitals Foundation invites community members to become monthly donors and help lift health care for the more than 1 million people living across Surrey and the South Fraser region. Monthly giving provides steady, reliable support that strengthens hospitals year-round.
Monthly giving provides steady, reliable support that strengthens our hospitals year-round. For the price of a coffee, you can improve patient care across Surrey by supporting vital equipment, modern spaces, and programs for patients of all ages. When you give monthly, you join a growing group of supporters who believe everyone south of the Fraser deserves access to excellent care, right where they live.
VANCOUVER AQUARIUM HOLIDAY SPLASH!
Now Open
845 Avison Way, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E2 – Book Your Tickets Here
In the heart of Stanley Park, step into a shimmering underwater wonderland where holiday magic comes alive beneath the waves! Welcome to Holiday Splash at Vancouver Aquarium! Watch Scuba Claus spread Fishmas cheer alongside 65,000 amazing animals during daily dive shows, marvel at the mesmerizing Jelly Snow Globe, and explore glowing exhibits illuminated by 1 million twinkling lights. From joyful moments of togetherness to unforgettable encounters with marine life, Holiday Splash is where magical memories and new family traditions are made. Happening daily, starting November 12th.
CANUCK PLACE LIGHT A LIFE
This holiday season you can help bring infinite light and love to vulnerable children and families who need it most. When you donate to Canuck Place from now until Dec. 31, your gift will be matched thanks to generous community partners like CKNW. Light a life today.
MAKE HAPPY TUMMIES
Across Canada, one in three children arrives at school hungry – but you can change that. This Giving Tuesday, December 2nd, you can help local children start their day full of energy, hope and a nutritious breakfast! 100% of every donation to Make Happy Tummies remains in your community, making happy tummies for children who need it most. Let the feeling of warmth fill you up inside, knowing you’ve made a difference. Donate Here!
CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION – SHINE BRIGHT
On now
Every mental health journey is different. But one thing is true for all of us: we need support that meets us where we are. The Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division (CMHA BC) provides real help when it’s needed most — guided by compassion, community, and care. Your donation today can help someone shine bright this holiday season. Let’s light the way forward, together.
With 1.2 million+ people reached through mental health awareness and engagement, and 195,000+ people receiving direct support through mental health programs, education, services, and initiatives, we’re making a difference for everyday people across BC. Help us be there, so no one has to face their challenges alone.
Direct support includes mental health programs, education and training, engagement and outreach, crisis care services, and recovery programs. Awareness includes mental health engagement, education, and destigmatization initiatives.
COVENANT HOUSE DOUBLE MATCH CAMPAIGN
Now to Dec 31
You can help a young person experiencing homelessness. At Covenant House Vancouver, a young person can get help when they need it wherever they are on their journey. Their long-term goal is to end youth homelessness—for good.
To make that happen, they’re working to: Prevent homelessness before it starts, Intervene when a youth is in crisis, Restore a young person’s sense of self and build their future.
Your donation helps youth wherever they are on their journey home—and right now, it goes TWICE as far!
Thanks to the generosity of Scotiabank and The Steven Chambers Foundation, every dollar you give will be matched up to $100,000 until December 31.
HARRY POTTER – A FORBIDDEN FOREST EXPERIENCE
On Now!
Stanley Park – Get Your Tickets Here!
For the first time in Canada, Harry Potter fans of all ages will have an opportunity to explore a spellbinding illuminated trail inspired by the iconic Forbidden Forest seen in the films. Presented by Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences, Fever, and in partnership with Rifflandia Entertainment Company, Harry Potter™️: A Forbidden Forest Experience opens on November 7, 2025, in Stanley Park for a limited engagement.
The highly anticipated, family-friendly experience has captivated over two million visitors to date across the world, including in the United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, France and the United States. It offers all fans a unique opportunity to experience the franchise like never before. Set within one of Vancouver’s most treasured landmarks, Stanley Park, this enchanting outdoor experience invites visitors to discover an illuminated path filled with magical creatures such as Hippogriffs and Nifflers, and practice casting spells.
At the end of the trail, visitors will enter a themed village where they can enjoy a selection of food and drink and explore a souvenir shop offering official and bespoke merchandise.
MERRY & BRIGHT AT MARTINI TOWN
November 21 – December 31
1123 272 St Langley BC – Get Your Tickets Here!
It happens just once on the annual calendar, at the happiest time of year. Merry & Bright returns to Martini Town this holiday season, transforming the Langley-based outdoor film set—famous for its appearances in popular movies and TV shows—into a festive wonderland.
From November 21 through December 31 (closed select Mondays and Tuesdays), you’ll be able to wander a Hollywood-style backlot, with its quaint facades and authentic sets transformed into a must-see holiday wonderland. Santa, of course, will visit nightly, right up until December 23. To amplify the feel-good flow, a portion of all proceeds from Merry & Bright will be donated to the Langley Food Bank.
Capture the most festive holiday photos twirling under a gentle flurry of film-style “snow” generated at Merry & Bright. Although it takes place entirely outdoors, a large, clear-roofed tent covers the Town Square, creating a cozy environment to watch performances, and protects guests from any actual inclement weather.
“Opening our backlot to the public allows those who cherish the holidays to step right onto their own film set, creating and capturing Christmas movie-quality memories,” says Gemma Martini, CEO of Martini Film Studios. “Only once a year, we invite guests to explore an imaginary town centre designed, built and decorated by BC’s talented film crews.” Martini says, “We’re so proud to share a bit of movie-style magic and holiday cheer with our community.”
SALVATION ARMY RED KETTLE CAMPAIGN
Every donation dropped into a Christmas kettle stays right in the community where it’s given. By volunteering, you’re helping provide food, shelter, clothing, and direct support to individuals and families facing hardship. Whether you sign up solo or bring friends, family, coworkers, or a community group, your presence at a kettle helps keep hope within reach for thousands.
More than 1.9 million people across Canada rely on The Salvation Army each year for practical support and compassionate care. Many struggle to access basics like food, clothing, and safe shelter. Funds raised through the Christmas Kettle Campaign ensure these essential services stay available to anyone who needs them.
DANIEL TOSH LIVE
January 11th, 2026
Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Comedian Daniel Tosh has a new standup tour coming to Vancouver January 11th at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre! Tickets go on sale Friday October 24th through Live Nation! Get your tickets here!
COLIN JAMES WITH THE LITTLE BIG BAND
February 6th & 7th
Commodore Ballroom
Legendary Canadian Guitarist and Front Man Colin James will be at the Commodore Ballroom for two nights in February with the Little Big Band!
Get your tickets for February 6th here!
Get your tickets for February 7th here!
HONEYMOON SUITE IN CONCERT
February 13, 2026
Great Canadian Casino – Get Your Tickets Here!
Canadian rock n roll legends Honeymoon Suite will play the Great Canadian Casino February 13th, 2026!
+LIVE+ WITH BIG WRECK
February 23, 2026
Abbotsford Centre – Get Your Tickets Here!
In celebration of the 35th anniversary of the album Mental Jewelry, iconic multi-platinum rock band +LIVE+ will be making their grand return to the Great White North. The legendary band fronted by Ed Kowalczyk will be headlining their first cross country tour of Canada in over 20 years. Bringing Canadian icons Big Wreck with them, the tour kicks off February 23 in Abbotsford and runs through March 14 where it wraps in Halifax. Econoline Crush will be opening the first 10 shows of the tour while The Damn Truth will open the final 4 performances. +LIVE+ will be performing all their big hits from throughout their career such as “Lightning Crashes,” “I Alone,” “All Over You,” “Lakini’s Juice,” “The Dolphin’s Cry,” “Pain Lies on the Riverside,” and more!
Public on sale for tickets for the Like A Rollin’ Thunder Tour 2026 is Friday, Sept. 19, at 10 a.m. local. More information on all tickets as well as artist VIP packages can be found here!
STEVEN PAGE IN CONCERT
March 13
Great Canadian Casino Vancouver – Get Your Tickets Here!
Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee Steven Page has established himself as one of the most recognizable and enduring voices in entertainment. So far in 2025, Steven has been touring almost non-stop across Canada and the US and with new music releases on the horizon, Steven has no plans to slow down anytime soon. As a co-founder, vocalist and songwriter for Barenaked Ladies, Steven sang and wrote classics like “Brian Wilson,” “If I Had a Million Dollars,” “What a Good Boy,” “It’s All Been Done” and many more. With the band, he sold over 15 Million albums and scored multiple Junos, Billboard Music Awards, SOCAN awards, Gemini Awards and two Grammy nominations.
After leaving the band in 2009, Steven embarked on a solo career that has produced five solo albums. His last release, 2022’s Excelsior, saw him tour worldwide, from folk festivals to cabarets and theatres, all the way to packed arenas on his string of dates opening for rock legends The Who as well as a run of shows with Billy Bragg. Steven performs in many configurations, but since 2016, he has been playing most often with his pals in The Steven Page Trio, Craig Northey of Vancouver legends Odds on guitar, and Kevin Fox on cello. The trio configuration provides the right amount of portability, intimacy and power to fill just about any venue imaginable.
GEORGE THOROGOOD & THE DESTROYERS: BADDEST SHOW ON EARTH TOUR
March 14th and 15th
Great Canadian Casino Vancouver
If you’re calling your tour The Baddest Show On Earth, you’d better have the talent, the passion, and the stage-shaking, roof-raising, guitar-snarling velocity to back it up. George Thorogood & The Destroyers deliver all that and then some. “Our job description is ‘Live Rock Performers’,” says George Thorogood. “And when we hit town, that town stays hit.” Trust the man who speaks from experience: For the past 53 years and 8000+ shows, Thorogood and his longtime Destroyers – Jeff Simon (drums), Bill Blough (bass), Jim Suhler (guitar) and Buddy Leach (saxophone) – have remained among the most beloved/formidable live acts on the planet. And in 2026, the continuation of their Baddest Show On Earth Tour is the nightly proof.
Get your tickets to March 14th show
Get your tickets to the March 15th show
ALAN DOYLE – ALREADY DANCING TOUR
March 25, 2026
Orpheum Theatre – Get Your Tickets Now!
Beloved Canadian music icon Alan Doyle, one of the busiest touring artists for more than three decades, has announced an extensive 42-date tour that will take him across Canada and the U.S. in the new year. Doyle’s “Already Dancing” tour begins February 28 at home in St. John’s, Newfoundland, and is set to wrap May 17 in Edmonds, Washington. Tickets go on sale October 24 at 12pm local time.
Joining Doyle on all Canadian dates is the JUNO-winning PEI folk duo The East Pointers, with Brooklyn indie-folk-pop-Americana outfit Bandits on the Run set to support the U.S. leg.
SCIENCE WORLD ARTEMIS EXHIBIT
Now Open!
Science World – 1455 Quebec St, Vancouver,
Feature LEGO® Sculptures:
- Apollo 11 Lunar Module “Eagle”: The history-making spacecraft that landed the first human on the moon.
- International Space Station: Where nations unite to expand the frontiers of space science.
- Space Launch System: Check out NASA’s most powerful rocket, designed to reach Mars.
- Axiom Suit: Strike your best astronaut pose in a next-gen space suit photo op!
- Neil Armstrong Landing on the Moon: See a LEGO® brick version of Neil Armstrong as he takes his legendary first steps on the lunar surface.
JOURNEY: FINAL FRONTIER TOUR 2026
Friday, April 17, 2026
Pacific Coliseum – Get Your Tickets Here
Tickets on sale now at Ticketleader.ca
After decades of electrifying performances, chart-topping hits, and unforgettable moments, the iconic rock band JOURNEY is saying goodbye the only way they know how — with a thunderous, full-throttle Farewell Tour spanning cities across North America.
The 60-date tour launches February 28, 2026 at Giant Center in Hershey, PA and will roll through markets coast to coast, stopping in many cities to give fans one last chance to experience the magic live in their hometown. This first tour announcement includes stops in Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Austin, Vancouver and everywhere in between. This is a celebration of a legacy that helped define rock ‘n’ roll.
VANCOUVER SUN RUN
April 19, 2026
The Vancouver Sun Run Presented by Herbaland Naturals is back! Registration is officially open. Don’t miss your chance to lock in the Start Line Special – the lowest price of the season. Valid only until October 31, 2025.
The Vancouver Sun Run Presented by Herbaland Naturals, Canada’s largest 10K road race, is thrilled to announce that registration for the 2026 event will officially open on October 1, 2025. Participants are encouraged to sign up early to take advantage of special pricing and secure their spot on the start line for the race on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
“We are incredibly excited to kick off another year of the Vancouver Sun Run,” said Tim Hopkins, Race Director. “The 2026 event is set to be our most impactful yet. We are proud to introduce new initiatives that will enhance the race experience and further our commitment to community.”
A significant development for the 2026 race is the elevated sponsorship of EVA BizFam, which has become the newest Team Division sponsor. The airline will now sponsor both the Team Division and the Mini Sun Run, helping to connect businesses and families through the shared experience of the run.
DIANA KRALL IN CONCERT
April 22, 2026
Orpheum Theatre – Get Your Tickets Here!
Diana Krall is the only jazz singer to have eight albums debut at the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. To date, her albums have garnered two Grammy® Awards, ten Juno® Awards and have also earned nine gold, three platinum and seven multi-platinum albums. Krall’s unique artistry transcends any single musical style and has made her one of the most recognizable artists of our time. As The New York Times recently noted Krall possesses, “A voice at once cool and sultry, wielded with a rhythmic sophistication.”
Her most recent release, This Dream Of You, has garnered critical acclaim from fans and press alike. This album is a loving conclusion of Diana’s 25-year working relationship with Tommy LiPuma. Shortly before LiPuma’s passing, the producer and artist discussed the abundance of great music recorded at their last sessions together. LiPuma was adamant that this music should be completed and issued. Krall and engineer, Al Schmitt therefore mixed and sequenced the album for the 2020 release and as such, honored their great and much-missed friend. From this release came the worldwide premiere of “Autumn In New York,” a cinematic ode to the city, directed by Diana’s long-time collaborator and friend Mark Seliger, offering a visual compliment to Krall’s loving and hopeful performance of the song.
GUNS N ROSES IN CONCERT
August 29, 2026
BC Place – Get Your Tickets Here!
After a sprawling 2025 world tour that saw Guns N’ Roses return to Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America, the powerhouse rock icons have announced they will hit the road again in
the spring and summer 2026. This 2026 tour will see Guns N’ Roses visit Mexico and Brazil, before headlining additional EU markets, as well as stadiums across the US and Canada. The upcoming run includes a special performance at LA’s Rose Bowl, marking a historic return to the venue for the first time in over 30 years.
THE NEIGHBOURHOOD: THE WOURLD TOUR 2026
October 2
Rogers Arena
The Neighbourhood announces THE WOURLD TOUR, a global trek of tour dates in support of their upcoming album (((((ultraSOUND))))) – out November 14 on Warner Records. The tour kicks off in Austin, TX on March 28th and will take the band through the East Coast before heading to Europe, Australia, and Asia, culminating with a West Coast run and a hometown show at The Kia Forum in Los Angeles on October 9th. Fans can catch the band at iconic venues like Madison Square Garden in NYC and The O2 in London. Artist presale begins Wednesday, November 5th at 10am local time, with general on-sale starting Friday, November 7th at 10am local time. More information for their tour can be found on the band’s website, see full list of tour dates below.