NVRC is getting festive with themed events and activities across North Vancouver this holiday season. Shrug on that ugly sweater, slip on a scarf and get ready to have some fun!

Find an event near you!

Community events

Deep Cove Concert & Bonfire 
Friday, December 6 | 6-8pm | Free
Panorama Park

Don’t miss this annual North Vancouver holiday tradition! The Still Creek Band will perform alongside a roaring bonfire at Deep Cove's Panorama Park.  Help us light the night with lantern activities from MONOVA, and watch the Santa Ships sail by! The Steamworks food truck will be on site selling hot chocolate and delicious food. 

Carols in Lynn Valley Village 
Saturday, Dec 7 | 11am-12pm | Free
Lynn Valley Village

Angels on High will add holiday ambiance to the hustle and bustle of Lynn Valley Village Plaza. Prepare to be thrilled by award-winning vocalists Joani Bye, Linda Kidder and Jan Warren’s beautiful renditions of traditional carols and contemporary Christmas songs as you wander among the beautifully decorated Parade of Trees put on by the Lynn Valley Community Association. 

Holiday Magic in Lynn Valley Village 
Saturday, Dec 14 | 11am-12pm | Free
Lynn Valley Village

Kick the holiday season into high gear with the Carnival Band! Dance through the Lynn Valley Community Association’s Parade of Trees while listening to holiday tunes and toe-tapping music from around the globe. Santa’s sending two mischievous elves from Pacific Fairytales to help you get into the spirit, and there will be crafts for the kids as well.  

Skate & Swim

Skate with Santa
Saturday, Dec 14 | 2-3:30pm | Register (Event ID: 00328388) |$5 per person
Harry Jerome Community Recreation Centre

Skate with Santa! Skate and helmet rentals, a holiday craft, and hot chocolate included.

Snowflake Wonderland Swim
Saturday, Dec 21 | 10am-1pm| Drop-in | $2 per person
Ron Andrews Community Recreation Centre

Celebrate the season by decorating cookies, having a snowball fight and enjoying hot chocolate. Then jump in the pool for a splashing good time!

Arts & Crafts

Evergreen Holiday Wreath Making Workshop (16+)
Nov 30 | 1-3pm | Register (Event ID: 00329958)
Lynn Creek Community Centre – Outdoor Plaza

Mini Christmas Tree Workshop (9–14yrs)
Nov 30-Dec 14 | 2:30 - 4:30pm | Register (Event ID: 00292482) 
Memorial Community Recreation Centre

The Art of Giving - A Crafty Christmas Workshop! (6-12yrs)
Dec 2-16 | 3:30-5pm | Register (Event ID: 00292480) 
Memorial Community Recreation Centre

Winter Youth Crochet
Dec 3 | 4-5:30pm | Free 
Harry Jerome Community Recreation Centre – Lonsdale Youth Lounge

The Art of Giving - A Crafty Christmas Workshop! (6-12yrs)
Dec 4-18 | 3:30-5pm | Register (Event ID: 00292481) 
Memorial Community Recreation Centre

Holiday Art & Story Time: Crafty Wreaths (3-5yrs)
Dec 5 | 10-11am | Register (Event ID: 00296412) 
John Braithwaite Community Centre

Ribbon Wreath Making Workshop (Adult)
Dec 5 | 1-3pm | Register (Event ID: 00296359) 
John Braithwaite Community Centre

Upcycle Wreath Making Workshop (8-12yrs)
Dec 5 | 3:30-5pm | Register (Event ID: 00296390) 
John Braithwaite Community Centre

Winter Youth Crochet
Dec 10 | 4-5:30pm | Free 
Harry Jerome Community Recreation Centre –  Lonsdale Youth Lounge

Holiday Art & Story Time: Handmade Cards (3-5yrs)
Dec 12 | 10-11am | Register (Event ID: 00296413) 
John Braithwaite Community Centre

Handmade Cards & Gift Tags Workshop (Adult)
Dec 12 | 1-3pm | Register (Event ID: 00296383) 
John Braithwaite Community Centre

Handmade Cards & Gift Tags Workshop (8-12yrs)
Dec 12 | 3:30-5pm | Register (Event ID: 00296392) 
John Braithwaite Community Centre

Holiday Art & Story Time: Winter Neighbourhood Watercolour Painting (3-5yrs)
Dec 19 | 10-11am | Register (Event ID: 00296414) 
John Braithwaite Community Centre

Winter City Palette Knife Painting on Canvas Workshop (Adult) 
Dec 19 |  1-3pm | Register (Event ID: 00296379) 
John Braithwaite Community Centre

Winter City Acrylic on Canvas Workshop 8-12yrs
Dec 19 | 3:30-5:00pm| Register (Event ID: 00296398) 
John Braithwaite Community Centre

We’ll update this list throughout November and December, so check back for more holiday fun!