December 2026 Events in Vancouver

A Not So Silent Night is a festive, all-ages holiday singalong fundraiser presented by Mechanics of Music and Rock the Block Society, featuring Cat Murphy Band.

Celebrate the season with an evening of live music, holiday favourites, singing and dancing. Cat Murphy Band will lead the singalong, and everyone is welcome to join in, hit the dance floor or simply enjoy the live music. No musical experience is needed.

The evening also includes a cash bar, 50/50 draw and prizes. Bring friends, family or come on your own for a welcoming night of music, community and holiday fun.

Proceeds from the event support Rock the Block Society and its work to create opportunities for music, connection and community.

Early bird tickets are available until November 27: adults $25 and kids under 12 $10.

Tickets and information: http://www.mechanicsofmusic.com/holiday

Running from October 15 to December 11, 2026.

SUM gallery is proud to present A View From Above, a solo retrospective exhibition celebrating the life and work of Preston Buffalo, curated by Jordan King. Preston Buffalo was a Two-Spirit Cree artist, from Samson Cree First Nation, who lived and worked in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, excelling in a variety of arts practices, including photography, printwork, sculpture, digital art, and augmented reality. A View From Above is the first retrospective of the artist since his sudden passing in 2024, running from October 15 to December 11, 2026 at SUM gallery, with an opening reception on Thursday October 15 2026, 6 – 9pm, and an intimate in-person discussion with curator Jordan King on Saturday October 17, 2026 at 2pm.