Discover the artistic side of Vancouver’s great outdoors, year-round!

Ever known for its artistic creativity, Vancouver comes alive even in the winter months with something for everyone to enjoy! This February take in several outdoor and cultural events right in the city’s downtown centre. Thinking about making it a staycation? Learn more about our special offers below!

VMF Winter Arts 

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As the twinkle of holiday lights fade and we eagerly await spring’s blossoms, VMF Winter Arts arrives to brighten the city! From February 11-27, the second annual festival transforms downtown Vancouver into a free, all-ages, open-air gallery and celebration featuring augmented reality (AR) art, light installations and a licensed outdoor Hub with live entertainment, art, food and drinks. Learn more: winterartsfest.com / @winterartsfest

Plus, rain or shine all-year-round, explore over 300 murals across Vancouver! Download the free VMF App for a self-guided tour through the city’s various neighbourhoods to discover amazing murals by local (and international) artists while discovering local cafes, shops, restaurants, and breweries. (Bonus: visit from August 12-21 to experience the annual Vancouver Mural Festival celebrations!) vanmuralfest.ca / @vanmuralfest 

Vancouver PuSH Festival 

This international performing arts festival showcases local, Canadian and international artists and has been known to attract up to 20,000 attendees in years past! Enjoy groundbreaking, contemporary works of dance, theatre, multimedia and music in Vancouver theatres in January and February. This year the festival features a dozen different works from around the globe. Learn More.

Chinese New Year 2022

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This year, on Tuesday, February 1st visit the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden to welcome the Year of the Tiger! Several organized events have already taken place during the last week of January, however, this not-for-profit garden welcomes visitors during their regular opening hours to take and appreciate in this time of year. Learn more

Robson Square Ice Rink

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Vancouver is welcoming back a traditional favourite. Enjoy old-fashioned winter fun at Robson Square’s outdoor rink and take in all this pacific west coast winter magic has to offer. This season you can even enjoy the warmth of the brand new indoor skate and rental cafe too! Learn more

Grouse Mountain

Really earn that Downtown Apres Ski and head out of town and enjoy a day at Grouse Mountain on us!  Enjoy skiing and snowboarding, snowshoe tours and terrain parks, Grouse Mountain has it all! Night-skiing runs daily until 10 pm and there are two express lifts for intermediate and advanced terrain. Learn more about our special free pass offer here.

Stay Vancouver Hotels provides amazing offers so you can stay and receive gift certificates for Amazon, Starbucks, or iTunes, FlyOver Canada, or even free lift tickets to hit the slopes at Grouse Mountain.