A One-of-a-Kind Holiday Shopping Experience in Vancouver
Meet Me At the Marktplatz
More than 90 artisan huts fill the Marktplatz and Gourmetstrasse, each one hand-picked for something you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re crossing off your whole list or just browsing, every hut at the Market was chosen with a reason.
The Perfect Christmas Shopping Day
Entertainment and events for shopping day
Take a break from browsing for the Prost Show’s collective toast at 7pm daily, or catch the Pyramid Light Sync as it washes over the Marktplatz every hour. Snow Showers fall every 30 minutes — the perfect excuse to pause between huts.
A Season Pass for Every Shopping Trip
With a Season Pass, one ticket covers every return trip to the Marktplatz and Gourmetstrasse. Come back as many times as it takes to finish your list — no rush, no re-buying tickets each visit.
Season Pass
Pre Sale Early Bird Pricing (until November 15th):
Starting at $30.99 — includes 1 Adult pass (ages 15+), with unlimited visits and a priority entrance lane, along with 10% off at each vendor (excludes alcohol).
After November 15th:
Starting at $35.99 —includes 1 Adult pass (ages 15+), with unlimited visits and a priority entrance lane, along with 10% off at each vendor (excludes alcohol).
Free Entry for Kids Under 6
Bringing the whole family to shop? Kids 6 and under always join for free.
Refuel Between the Huts
Original-recipe Glühwein and a quick bite from the Gourmetstrasse are the perfect pause between huts — vegetarian and vegan options included, so everyone in your group can refuel.
Shared From the Village
Fun with Friends Frequently asked questions
The Market's food and drink lineup goes well beyond Glühwein — think Bavarian beers, warm pretzels, chocolate-dipped treats, and hearty European fare from more than 90 vendors, plus dedicated vegetarian and vegan options. View our full list of vendors here.
Yes — check the Eats & Treats page and use the filter option to find which vendors are offering vegetarian and vegan dishes this season.
We recommend going cashless for convenience — The Box Office and all alcohol huts are cashless — credit and debit only. Payment methods at other vendors vary. There are no ATMs on site. The nearest are inside Waterfront Centre, across from Canada Place, or at the TD Branch at 1177 W Hastings Street.
Yes, though booking ahead has real advantages: you lock in your preferred time slot, get early-bird rates instead of Day-Of pricing, and skip the Box Office line. Weekend slots can sell out — if a slot shows "Sold Out" online, it won't be available at the gate either, so it's worth checking availability before you head over.
Benches are placed throughout the Market, and the heated Alpen Haus offers seating. Alpen Haus in particular is a warm space to sit, socialize, and enjoy food from our vendors.