Making Spirits Bright 2025 – Vancouver Men’s Chorus Holiday Concert

The Vancouver Men’s Chorus returns with one of the city’s most beloved holiday traditions — Making Spirits Bright 2025! Now celebrating its 45th season, this year’s concert brings warmth, harmony, and festive joy to the iconic Vancouver Playhouse. With rich choral arrangements, humour, storytelling, and dazzling performances, this annual celebration promises an unforgettable holiday experience for music lovers of all ages.

Presented under the direction of Willi Zwozdesky, the 2025 edition continues the VMC’s legacy of uplifting audiences with beautiful vocals, holiday classics, and new seasonal surprises — all delivered with the choir’s signature heart and personality.

Event Dates

📅 December 5–7, 2025
📍 Vancouver Playhouse

• Friday, December 5 – 8:00 PM

• Saturday, December 6 – 3:00 PM

• Saturday, December 6 – 8:00 PM

• Sunday, December 7 – 3:00 PM

Location

Vancouver Playhouse
600 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC
A cherished venue in the city’s performing arts community since 1962, the Playhouse offers superb acoustics, an intimate atmosphere, and excellent sightlines — making it the perfect setting for this powerful choral celebration.

Ticket Prices

General Admission – Balcony: $35
General Admission – Orchestra: $45
Patron Tickets: $95 (includes reserved premium seating + $50 tax receipt)

Limited physical tickets are available at Scotiabank (Robson & Bute).

About the 2025 Concert

Making Spirits Bright is more than a concert — it’s a Canadian winter tradition. This year’s program blends festive favourites with fresh musical arrangements specially crafted for the season. Expect heartwarming harmonies, energetic performances, and the vibrant spirit that has made the Vancouver Men’s Chorus one of the province’s most beloved vocal ensembles.

Highlights include:

• A full program of holiday classics and choral favourites

• Beautiful seasonal arrangements performed by nearly 60 auditioned singers

• A warm, humorous, and community-driven performance style

• A celebration of Canadian winter traditions, resilience, and togetherness

Whether it’s your first time experiencing MSB or an annual tradition, this concert is guaranteed to lift your spirits and brighten your holiday season.

Accessibility

The Vancouver Playhouse provides:

• 5 wheelchair seating spaces

• 1 companion seat per wheelchair space (additional companions may request seating via email)

For accessible seating inquiries: tickets@vancouvermenschorus.ca

The VMC also encourages patrons to voice accessibility concerns to Vancouver Civic Theatres:
vctinfo@vancouver.ca

Become a Patron

Support the arts and enhance your concert experience. Patron tickets include:

• Reserved premium seats

• A $50 tax receipt

• Direct support for the Vancouver Men’s Chorus

Tickets & More Information

To purchase tickets or explore seating options, visit the official event page:
👉 vancouvermenschorus.ca/msb2025/