Can't wait for holiday excitement in Grande Prairie? Dive into our guide for all the festive events! Whether you're deeply rooted in Grande Prairie or just branching out, this guide will light up your holidays.
Popular during the season is the Northern Spirit Light Show, a captivating display of lights that transforms local parks into a winter wonderland. With numerous stalls offering unique handmade gifts, the Christmas Craft Show and Marketplace brings artisans together for a delightful shopping experience. And don't forget the Winter Wonderland Skate, where you can enjoy outdoor skating in a beautifully decorated setting. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Grande Prairie
- Northern Spirit Light Show
- Christmas Craft Show and Marketplace
- Winter Wonderland Skate
- New Year’s Eve Family Skate
- Spirit of Christmas Campaign
- Operation Christmas Child
- Autumn Harvest Artisan Market (Fort St John)
- Oktober Fest (Dawson Creek)
- Halloween Fireworks (Taylor)
- Winter-fest Artisan Market (Fort St John)
See these and even more events listed below!
Grande Prairie Holiday Light Displays
Northern Spirit Light Show
What to Expect:
Spectacular light display with draft horse wagon rides.
Description:
The Northern Spirit Light Show features a spectacular display of lights and draft horse wagon rides, set against the backdrop of Evergreen Park.
Where: Grande Prairie | More Info: Northern Spirit Light Show
Grande Prairie Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Craft Show and Marketplace
What to Expect:
Local artisans and vendors selling handmade crafts and seasonal items.
Description:
The Christmas Craft Show and Marketplace at Tara Centre Evergreen Park offers a variety of local artisans and vendors selling handmade crafts, seasonal items, and unique gifts. Visitors can explore the diverse array of goods while enjoying a festive atmosphere.
Where: Grande Prairie | More Info: Christmas Craft Show and Marketplace
Autumn Harvest Artisan Market
What to Expect:
Local artisan market with specialty food vendors.
Description:
The Autumn Harvest Artisan Market at the Lido Theatre in Fort St. John features local makers, creators, and specialty food vendors. This event is a great opportunity to support small businesses and shop local, with a variety of handmade goods and delicious food options available.
Where: Fort St John | More Info: Autumn Harvest Artisan Market
Winter-fest Artisan Market
What to Expect:
Local artisans selling handmade goods.
Description:
The Winterfest Artisan Market at the Lido Theatre in Fort St. John, BC, features local artisans selling handmade goods, supporting small businesses, and offering a unique shopping experience.
Where: Fort St John | More Info: Winter-fest Artisan Market
Grande Prairie Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Winter Wonderland Skate
What to Expect:
Guided outdoor walking tour with historical and fictional stories.
Description:
The Heritage Village Folktales Tour is a guided outdoor evening walking tour featuring historical and newly added fictional stories, making the occasion more chilling than ever before. The event takes place primarily outdoors, and guests are reminded to dress weather-appropriate.
Where: Grande Prairie | More Info: Winter Wonderland Skate
New Year’s Eve Family Skate
What to Expect:
Guided outdoor walking tour with historical and fictional stories.
Description:
The Heritage Village Folktales Tour is a guided outdoor evening walking tour featuring historical and newly added fictional stories, making the occasion more chilling than ever before. The event takes place primarily outdoors, with guests reminded to dress weather-appropriate and be prepared for uneven ground.
Where: Grande Prairie | More Info: New Year’s Eve Family Skate
Best Kind Comedy Tour
What to Expect:
Unique blend of Newfoundland humor and international comedy experience.
Description:
The Best Kind Comedy Tour features stand-up comedians Colin Hollett, Mike Lynch, and Brian Aylward, known for their unique humor and viral content. Colin Hollett is a former winner of the Great Canadian Laugh-Off and has appeared in the Russel Peters BFF comedy competition. Mike Lynch is a star of The Outhouse TV with over 10 million views online for his popular sketch characters. Brian Aylward is a former Canadian Comedy Award winner with numerous social media rants and a stand-up comedy special on Amazon Prime.
Where: Fort St John | More Info: Best Kind Comedy Tour
Grande Prairie Holiday Giving Opportunities
Spirit of Christmas Campaign
What to Expect:
Community-driven toy and book distribution for underprivileged children.
Description:
880 CHED Santas Anonymous aims to provide every child with a new toy and a book, fostering a love of reading and community spirit.
Where: Grande Prairie | More Info: Spirit of Christmas Campaign
Operation Christmas Child
What to Expect:
Delivering tangible expressions of God's love through gift-filled shoeboxes.
Description:
Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan's Purse that collects and delivers gift-filled shoeboxes to children in need around the world, providing joy and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Where: Grande Prairie | More Info: Operation Christmas Child
Grande Prairie Other Holiday Activities
Oktober Fest
What to Expect:
Bavarian-inspired dinner and live music.
Description:
Join us for the 9th Annual Oktoberfest at the Ovintiv Events Centre, featuring live music, a delicious Bavarian-inspired dinner menu, fun games, and an emcee bringing magnetic energy to the event. Enjoy pretzels and bratwurst while raising a glass to a night of fun and fundraising.
Where: Dawson Creek | More Info: Oktober Fest
Halloween Fireworks
What to Expect:
Community-driven fireworks event with hot chocolate.
Description:
Join Community Services and Taylor Fire Rescue at Lone Wolf Golf Club for a fantastic fireworks show on October 31, featuring hot chocolate and a spectacular display of fireworks.
Where: Taylor | More Info: Halloween Fireworks
Fright on Ice Halloween Skate
What to Expect:
Spooky ice skating event with festive decorations.
Description:
A Halloween-themed ice skating event where participants can enjoy spooky decorations and festive music while gliding on the ice.