EVENTS
BASS-MAS!
Double bass players and enthusiasts of all ages and abilities are invited to the first ever BASS-MAS! a holiday double bass spectacular! Come dressed in your favourite festive outfit and boost the bass this holiday season. Double bassists (special ticket required) are invited to bring their basses and join in a rendition of selected holiday favourites. This is a one-night-only event. We are grateful to the BC Arts Council and the Province of British Columbia for their support of this project.
(Jericho Arts Centre, 1675 Discovery Street, Dec. 3, 2025)
Winter Morning Walks
Winter Morning Walks is a multiple GRAMMY award-winning album of two song cycles by composer/arranger Maria Schneider, who has won seven GRAMMY Awards (in both classical and jazz music) and for her collaborations with David Bowie. The piece of the same name is an exquisite setting of nine short poems by Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Ted Kooser, painting a winter landscape moving from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox. Arranged by BC jazz legend Rejean Marois, Winter Morning Walks will be performed with the four-piece instrumentalists of Triology, alongside other seasonal festive favourites. Enjoy this uplifting, timeless musical ode to the human condition that leaves audiences glowing with the transcendent power of art in the darkest time of year.
(The ACT Arts Centre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, Sunday, December 7, 2025 | 3:00 PM)
Love Never Fails
The Universal Gospel Choir brings warmth, harmony, and joy to the holiday season with Love Never Fails, a festive concert that blends Christmas classics with the uplifting energy of gospel. Expect an evening of sing-along favourites, heartfelt harmonies, and joyful celebration — a true Yuletide delight.
(Canadian Memorial United Church, 15th and Burrard, Vancouver, Dec. 12—13)
Chor Leoni presents Christmas with Chor Leoni Chor Leoni invites audiences to experience the mystery, wonder, and sparkling joy of the holiday season with its annual celebration. Featuring soaring acoustics and immersive lighting at Vancouver’s historical and sacred venue, the beloved holiday concert will introduce four world premiere performances as part of its program of cherished melodies and newly commissioned winter carols - including traditional favourites such as Ding Dong Merrily on High, Deck the Halls, and Silent Night, alongside Christmas carol reinventions by indie music stars Tori Amos and Sufjan Stevens. Chor Leoni will be joined by a roster of Vancouver-based musical guests, including pianists Karen Lee-Morang and Tina Chang, harpist Vivian Chen, violinist Cameron Wilson, guitarist Keith Sinclair and santour player Saina Khaledi. For tickets and information, visit chorleoni.org. (St. Andrew’s-Wesley United, 1022 Nelson Street, Vancouver, Dec. 18 7:30pm, Dec. 19 5pm & 8pm, Dec. 20 2pm, 5pm & 8pm )
Bright: A Holiday Singalong Concert
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with Bright: A Holiday Singalong Concert from Presentation House Theatre! Gather around for a festive singalong of holiday favourites! Bring your family, friends, and loved ones all together for an unforgettable time of music and merriment. We’ll bring the song lyrics, you bring your voices, and together we’ll make some holiday cheer. A casual and warm embrace of the songs of the season. Festive fun for all ages!
(Presentation House Theatre, 333 Chesterfield Avenue, North Vancouver, BC V7M 3G9, December 19 – 21, 2025)
WINTER HARP
For over 30 years, one of the most beloved holiday concerts, Winter Harp, has taken audiences on a journey deep into the heart of Christmas and into the heart of winter. This Renaissance and Celtic inspired performance features an ensemble of classical harps, flutes, drums, tambourines, and a collection of rare and beautiful medieval instruments. With period costumes and poetic narration, Winter Harp brings to life the rich traditions of the season. Glorious music and song combine with festive stories in a medieval setting to wrap you snugly in the Christmas spirit.
(The ACT Arts Centre, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, Saturday, December 20, 2025 @ 3:00 PM | Sunday, December 21, 2025 @ 3:00 PM)
