Homes for the Holidays returns to UBC November 20 to 22 to raise funds for YWCA housing
The 20th anniversary of Homes for the Holidays transforms Cecil Green Park House at UBC into decorated rooms by Vancouver designers, with proceeds going to YWCA BC housing programs.
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Homes for the Holidays returns to Cecil Green Park House at UBC for its 20th anniversary, running Friday, November 20 through Sunday, November 22. All proceeds go to YWCA BC's Housing Action Fund, which supports stable housing for single mothers and their children in Metro Vancouver.
The 2025 event raised over $134,000 for the fund from more than 1,025 attendees, according to the event website.
What it is
Five Vancouver designers transform the rooms of the historic mansion with festive decor: Jamie Banfield of Banfield Design Co., Phyllis Lui, Stephanie Brown of Stephanie Brown Inc., Dexter Dolores and Dave Demers. The event also includes a Terrace of Trees, a Boutique Boulevard of vendors, a silent auction and live music.
Friday evening's Designer Happy Hour is for VVIP and VIP ticket holders. Saturday and Sunday include a Breakfast by Design session from 10 to 11 am for VVIP and VIP holders, with general admission following. The main event runs both days.
Tickets and venue
Cecil Green Park House is at 6251 Cecil Green Park Road on the UBC campus. An All-Day Pass is $110. VVIP and VIP tiers with Friday evening and morning access are also available. Tickets and the full schedule are at homesfortheholidays.ca.
Transit to UBC is by bus from Broadway-City Hall Canada Line station. Campus pay parking is available.
YWCA BC housing
The YWCA BC Housing Action Fund is one of YWCA BC's programs for women and families facing housing insecurity in Metro Vancouver. It provides stable housing support for single mothers and their children. The new Vancouver City Council has made housing a priority across its elected members; their housing commitments are tracked at the promise tracker.
Tickets for Homes for the Holidays 2026 are on sale at homesfortheholidays.ca. The event runs November 20 to 22 at Cecil Green Park House, UBC.
Questions this story answers
When and where is Homes for the Holidays 2026?
Homes for the Holidays runs Friday, November 20 through Sunday, November 22, 2026 at Cecil Green Park House, UBC, at 6251 Cecil Green Park Road in Vancouver. Friday evening is a Designer Happy Hour for VVIP and VIP ticket holders. Saturday and Sunday are the main event, with a Breakfast by Design session from 10 to 11 am for VVIP and VIP holders before general admission opens. Tickets and details are at homesfortheholidays.ca.
What happens at Homes for the Holidays?
Award-winning Vancouver interior designers transform the rooms of Cecil Green Park House with festive decor, from table settings to full room installations. The event also includes a Terrace of Trees, a Boutique Boulevard of vendors, a silent auction and live music, according to the event website. The 2026 edition marks the event's 20th year.
What charity does Homes for the Holidays support?
All proceeds from Homes for the Holidays go to YWCA BC's Housing Action Fund, which provides stable housing for single mothers and their children in Metro Vancouver. The 2025 event raised over $134,000 for the fund, with more than 1,025 people attending, according to the event website.
Who are the designers at Homes for the Holidays 2026?
Five designers are listed for the 2026 event: Jamie Banfield of Banfield Design Co., Phyllis Lui, Stephanie Brown of Stephanie Brown Inc., Dexter Dolores and Dave Demers. The event website describes them as award-winning interior designers, top florists and leading home decor vendors.
How much do Homes for the Holidays tickets cost?
The event website lists an All-Day Pass at $110. VVIP and VIP tiers are also available, with higher prices that include Friday's Designer Happy Hour and Saturday and Sunday's Breakfast by Design session from 10 to 11 am. Ticket prices and purchase links are at homesfortheholidays.ca.
Where is Cecil Green Park House at UBC?
Cecil Green Park House is at 6251 Cecil Green Park Road on the UBC campus in Vancouver. It is a historic mansion on the edge of the campus near the Museum of Anthropology. Access by car is via the UBC campus roads off SW Marine Drive; UBC has pay parking. Transit access is by bus: several routes serve the UBC bus loop from Broadway-City Hall Canada Line station and other points in Vancouver.
What is YWCA BC's Housing Action Fund?
YWCA BC's Housing Action Fund supports stable housing for single mothers and their children in Metro Vancouver. The fund is one of YWCA BC's programs for women and families facing housing insecurity. Homes for the Holidays has supported the fund since the event began. The 2025 edition raised over $134,000 for the fund, according to the event website.
How do I buy tickets to Homes for the Holidays 2026?
Tickets are available at homesfortheholidays.ca. The All-Day Pass is $110. VVIP and VIP options include early access on Friday evening and Saturday and Sunday morning before the general public. The event runs November 20 to 22 at Cecil Green Park House, UBC, 6251 Cecil Green Park Road, Vancouver.
Sources
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- Homes for the Holidays 2026: official event websitehomesfortheholidays.ca
- YWCA BC: Housing Action Fundywcabc.org
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