FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 7, 2016

7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market to

Make Days Merry & Bright at New Seaside Site
Beloved Events Relocation and Expansion to Jack Poole Plaza
Offers More Than 50,000 Square Feet of German Jubilation
Vancouver, BC A treasured holiday tradition for locals and visitors alike, the Vancouver
Christmas Market announced today that it will be moving from its original site at the Queen
Elizabeth Theatre Plaza to its new, expansive seaside home at Jack Poole Plaza (at the
Olympic Cauldron). Running November 26 December 30, 2016, the city's signature yuletide
celebration will expand its revelry with more than 50,000 square feet of space and over 70 huts
in which to savour the abundance of authentic German flavours.
Much like our market-goers after theyve indulged in generous helpings of Glhwein and
Sptzle we found ourselves bursting at the seams last year! said Malte Kluetz, Founder and
President of the Vancouver Christmas Market. We could not be more thrilled about the move
and by the number of vendors who wish to share and participate in the market nor by the
hundreds of thousands of Vancouverites who make it an annual holiday tradition. The move to
Jack Poole Plaza means we can warmly welcome more guests to partake in the festivities, while
rolling out a number of exciting surprises! We look forward to welcoming new and returning
guests to our enchanting seaside home.
Among this years expanded highlights will be Canadas first-ever Christmas Pyramid: A 23-foot
tall structure adorned with angels representing various aspects of European culture. Designed
locally by architect Jordan Kutev, the magical sculpture rotates via a propeller at its summit and
plays music from various regions. Further festive additions this year include an enclosed Alpine
Haus tent and seating area, designed to accommodate more than 250 people while offering
breathtaking views of the North Shore.
Visitors can anticipate indulging in the markets signature array of mouth-watering delectables,
including Glhwein (a hot-spiced mulled wine), Bratwurst, Gulasch, Sptzle, and much more.
The increased vendor space allows for the introduction of many new sensations, such as daily
demonstrations of the Feuerzangenbowle (literally, Fire Tongs Punch), a mulled wine and rum
beverage whose ceremonial preparations include caramelizing a large sugar cone over the
concoction. In total, the market will boast more than 22 food and drink huts 12 of which will
appear for the first time in 2016.

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In addition to Deutschland delicacies, rousing entertainment, and returning favourites such as
the beloved Christmas Carousel - visitors can wander throughout the markets quaint twinkling
pathways of huts, discovering lovingly crafted, one-of-a-kind gifts and treasures that cry out to
be slipped into stockings and placed under Christmas trees.

Tickets:
Christmas comes early! In celebration of the Vancouver Christmas Markets new home, a limited
number of 7th Anniversary VIP Experience packages for two are currently on sale, while
quantities last. The VIP Experience packages are $75 and Adult Admission for two includes:

2 x Carousel Rides
2 x Collector Mugs
2 x Glhwein or Beer
2 x Pretzels
1 x Take-home Gift Bottle of Bavarian Glhwein
1 x Commemorative Photo Hut Session w/ 2 Prints + Digitals
Express Lane Access + 2 x FREE Season Passes

Tickets to the 2016 Vancouver Christmas Market range in price from $4 and up (Children under
6 are Free).
New for 2016: Christmas Packages available from $20.
All online ticket purchases will receive a complimentary Season Pass.
Tickets and details at: vancouverchristmasmarket.com
About Vancouver Christmas Market (vancouverchristmasmarket.com)
Since 2010, the Vancouver Christmas Market has delighted Vancouverites and visitors to the
city with authentic German-inspired festivities. Combining colourful dcor, authentic gifts,
savoury food & drink, and family entertainment, the yuletide celebration creates the perfect
atmosphere to mix & mingle with friends & family, take in a quick drink after work, and observe a
wide variety of cultural activities and entertainment.

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LISTING INFORMATION

7th Annual Vancouver Christmas Market

Date:

November 26 to December 30, 2016: 11am 9pm

December 24: Closed at 6pm; December 25: Closed

Ticket prices:

Single Admission from $4 (Children under 6 are Free)

Christmas Packages from $20

Address:

Jack Poole Plaza Home of the Olympic Cauldron

(Vancouver Convention Centre West)
1055 Canada Place
Vancouver, BC V6C 3G3

Website:

vancouverchristmasmarket.com

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For further media information, contact

Sarah Ghosh T. 604.558.2400 ext. 508 C. 604.346.3774
sghosh@mpmgarts.com