Vancouver's Favourite Family Christmas Activity & Holiday Tradition

Meet Me At Santa's Workshop

This is where your kids will make their first Christmas memories — and where you get to see the season through their eyes again. Between Santa’s Workshop, the Christmas Carousel, and a village passport, there’s always something new.

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The Perfect Family Christmas Event

Step Into the Glow & Catch the Snow

Watch the whole village light up, then look up when the snow starts falling — it happens every 30 minutes, right on cue.

Grab a Bite to Eat

From gingerbread cookies to Netherlands Mini Pancakes, Gourmetstrasse has something for everyone.

Get a Photo with Santa

Stop by the Alpen Haus beside Santa’s Workshop for photos, and a letter to Santa — a tradition kids remember long after the season ends.

Ride the Christmas Carousel

Right at the entrance, the nostalgic Christmas Carousel is often the first stop — and usually the first photo of the day.

Pick Up Your Village Passport

Grab a Village Passport at the gate and follow it from stop to stop — a fun way to explore the whole village with a special keepsake.

Grab a Candy Cane at the Gate

Every visit starts the same sweet way — a candy cane handed to your kids the moment you walk through the entrance.

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Entertainment and events for families

From Snow Showers every 30 minutes to Mrs. Claus’s Sunday storytime, there’s always something happening for the whole family. Catch the 7pm nightly Prost Show at the Pyramid, or start the day with Breakfast with Santa.

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A Season Pass for Every Family Night

With a Season Pass, one ticket becomes a whole season of family nights at the Market and European Village. Come back for Snow Showers, the Prost Show, and everything in between — as many times as you’d like, all season long

Family Season Pass

Pre Sale Early Bird Pricing (until November 15th):
Starting at $69.99 — includes 2 Adult (ages 15+) + 2 Youth (ages 7–14) passes, with unlimited visits and a priority entrance lane, along with 10% off at each vendor (excludes alcohol).

After November 15th:
Starting at $84.99 — includes 2 Adult (ages 15+) + 2 Youth (ages 7–14) passes, with unlimited visits and a priority entrance lane, along with 10% off at each vendor (excludes alcohol).

Free Entry for Kids Under 6

Kids 6 and under join every visit at no cost — no ticket, no time slot, just come on in.

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A family enjoying the lights at the Vancouver Christmas Market

Something Sweet for Every Kid

From warm mini pancakes to chocolate-dipped treats, the Gourmetstrasse has something for even the pickiest eater in your group — plus vegetarian options for the whole family to share.

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