Merry Makers Market + Holiday Gratitude Giveaway

Issue #434

Author

Carla McNeil
December 03, 2025

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 🗓️ New West Events - Is it just me or is the calendar getting busier?

 🗞️ New West Local News - Merry Makers Market + Holiday Gratitude Giveaway

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Local New Westminster Weather

Historical Records for Today - Record high 13.9 2015 - Record low -4.2 2014

Check out all of our local New Westminster Events

December 03, 2025

👶 Mom + Baby Meet Up at Cove Indoor Play – 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

👨 In-person Dark Horse Men’s Group Meeting – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

❓️ Georgie's Local Trivia Night – 7:00 PM

🏃 Steel & Oak Run Club – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Connect Youth (13+) – 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM

❓️ Frankie G’s Trivia Night – 7:30 PM

🎄 Holiday Sip & Stroll Scavenger Hunt – Downtown Neighbourhood

December 04, 2025

⛸️ Parent and Tot Skate at Moody Park – 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

👶 Babytime (0-12 months) – 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

🍼 Baby Social (0-23 months) – 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

📝 Resume Clinic with BCNSP – 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM

🍅 Farmers Market – 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

🤝 New West Business Winter Social – 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

📚️ Drop-in Wildfires Bookshop – 5:45 PM

❄️ 2025 Winter Solstice Exhibition: Opening Reception – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

🎨 Printmaking: Wrapping Paper at təməsew̓txʷ – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

🎙️ Georgie's Local Karaoke Night – 7:00 PM

🎙️ The Terminal Pub Colossal Thursdays Karaoke – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

🎤 Notorious Grey Fox Open Mic Jam – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

🧘 Healing Gong Bath - New Westminster – 7:45 PM to 8:45 PM

🎄 Holiday Sip & Stroll Scavenger Hunt – Downtown Neighbourhood

December 05, 2025

👶 Babytime (0-12 months) – 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM

🍼 Baby Social (0-23 months) – 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM

🗣️ English Conversation Circles – Friday Sessions – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

🛍️ Holiday 2025 Play & Shop (4-Days of Mini Market) – 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

📖 French Reading Buddies (6-9 years) – 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM

🤸 Open House for Fit on 6th – 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM

🎄 Ladies’ Night: Parol Making at The Cove! – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎲 Friendsday Night Board Games – 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM

🎨 Brush Hour Paint Night - Bearly Keeping Up – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

🎲 Howe Sound Hitmix Bingo – 7:00 PM

🍸️ Cocktails and Conjuring at Flapper Lounge – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎙️ Weekly Karaoke Every Friday – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

🎸 Live Music at The Terminal - Mike Van Eyes – 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM

🎙️ Notorious Grey Fox Karaoke Friday Nights – 9:00 PM until Close

🎄 Holiday Sip & Stroll Scavenger Hunt – Downtown Neighbourhood

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Presented by Hyack Square Markets, this beloved holiday pop-up is back — and it’s bringing ALL the festive magic right into the heart of the city!

Join us at the Shops at New West (Main Floor, Old Royal Bank Suite) for four sparkling market days on December 6, 7, 13 & 14 from 11am–5pm. It’s the perfect place to shop local, sip something sweet, and soak up the holiday vibes.

What to Expect

🎶 Live holiday music to set the mood
🎅 A cheerful visit from Santa himself
🛍️ Unique local vendors + handcrafted gifts
🍪 Sweet treats and baked delights
🎄 A gorgeously decorated Christmas space
✨ Perfect finds for gifting, stocking stuffing, and festive cheering

This indoor market is cozy, accessible, high-traffic, and packed with the warmth of community. Bring your friends, family, kids — or just yourself and your holiday spirit — and soak up the magic.

Let’s make New West sparkle together this season. ✨❤️
See you at the Merry & Makers Market!

Downtown New Westminster is turning up the holiday spirit with a rewarding new initiative that shines a spotlight on the power of local shopping. Running from December 1 to 31, the Holiday Gratitude Campaign invites locals and visitors to explore 15 participating businesses for a chance to win more than $2,000 in exciting prizes.

This year’s campaign highlights a diverse lineup of shops, cafés, wellness providers, salons, and services, all contributing generous gifts—from luxurious spa treatments and personal training sessions to gift cards and unique experiences. Every visit to a participating business means another opportunity to win.

🎁 Notable Prizes Include:

  • Vita Felice Medi Spa – Mini hydradermabrasion facial (valued up to $180)

  • Dynamic Fitness – One-month all-access membership + two personal training sessions ($225 value)

  • Barkada Hair & Studio – Two $50 gift cards for salon or barber services

  • New West Spotlight – $50 digital cover graphic for a special occasion

  • Waves Coffee – Coffee gift basket including beans, a mug, and a gift card

  • Kelly O’Bryan’s – $100 dinner-for-two gift card

  • Yoga at the Quay – $50 gift card toward inclusive wellness classes

  • Anim Hair & Beauty Studio – Four $50 gift certificates

  • Columbia Integrated Health Centre – Two $50 service gift cards

  • New Smile Dental & Implant – In-office Zoom whitening treatment ($500 value)

  • Arundel Mansion Hotel – One-night stay at the historic boutique hotel

  • Grand Central Consignment – $50 shopping voucher + complimentary Thai astrology card reading ($90 total value)

  • Fuel Hut – $50 gift card

  • Judge Begbie’s – Two $25 gift certificates

  • Context Nutrition – $297 private genetic or nutritional consultation (online via Zoom)

These gifts are designed to reflect the character and charm of Downtown New West—whether it's sipping fresh coffee, indulging in self-care, or uncovering vintage finds.

The campaign aims to bring attention to the value of local businesses, especially during the busy holiday season. With each purchase or visit, participants not only support their community but also get entered into the prize draw.

The full campaign runs all month long, giving plenty of time for shoppers to explore, engage, and enjoy some festive fun while helping downtown businesses thrive.

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