PNE Winter Fair – Not Taking Place in 2025
The PNE Winter Fair, one of Vancouver’s most popular holiday season attractions in recent years, will not be taking place in 2025. The Pacific National Exhibition has confirmed that the event will be paused for the 2025 season, with no Winter Fair scheduled this year.
While the PNE Winter Fair has traditionally run through December with festive lights, live shows, skating, rides, and holiday markets, there will be no Winter Fair programming for 2025. Future seasonal programming updates are expected from the PNE in 2026 and beyond.
🌟 About the PNE Winter Fair (Past Seasons)
In previous years, the PNE Winter Fair featured:
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✨ WinterLights Walk & illuminated displays
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🎄 Holiday Express Train Ride
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❄️ Skating at the Tim Hortons Rink
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🚗 Ice Bumper Cars
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🎭 Live holiday shows such as Nutcracker on Ice & Magic of Santa
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🎡 Family-friendly rides
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🍫 Seasonal treats & a holiday market
It quickly became a favourite holiday destination for families and visitors across Metro Vancouver.
⛔ 2025 Status
| Year | Event Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Not happening | The PNE has paused the Winter Fair for this season. |
| 2024 & previous years | Held annually | Included lights, skating, shows, rides & holiday activities. |
There has been no announcement of replacement programming for 2025 at this time.
✅ What to Do Instead in 2025
Vancouver still has many festive events this winter. Here are some great alternatives:
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Vancouver Christmas Market – Jack Poole Plaza
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VanDusen Festival of Lights – Vancouver
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Lights at Lafarge – Coquitlam (Free)
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Glow Langley: The Magic Toy Shop – Langley
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Noel Surrey – Cloverdale Fairgrounds
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Christmas at Canada Place – Vancouver Waterfront (Free)
🔗 Explore full listings at Vancouver Christmas Local Guide
https://vancouver.christmas
📌 Stay Updated
For announcements about future winter events at the PNE:
