Celebrate the festive magic in Tsawwassen with our ultimate holiday guide. For Tsawwassen residents and wandering souls alike, our guide is your compass to holiday magic.
Popular Events: Experience the enchanting glow of Canyon Lights, where thousands of lights transform the park into a winter wonderland. Bright Nights in Stanley Park fills the air with joy and excitement, featuring beautifully decorated displays and a delightful train ride. And the Vancouver Christmas Market is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a charming European atmosphere with artisan crafts and festive treats. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Tsawwassen
- Canyon Lights (North Vancouver)
- VanDusen Festival of Lights (Vancouver)
- Grouse Mountain Peak of Christmas (North Vancouver)
- Bright Nights in Stanley Park (Vancouver)
- Vancouver Christmas Market (Vancouver)
- Christmas at Canada Place (Vancouver)
- Circle Craft Christmas Market (Vancouver)
- St. Paul’s Lights of Hope (Vancouver)
- Lumière (Vancouver)
- Burnaby Village Museum Heritage Christmas (Burnaby)
See these and even more events listed below!
Tsawwassen Holiday Light Displays
Bright Nights in Stanley Park
What to Expect:
Holiday light displays with a miniature train ride.
Description:
Bright Nights in Stanley Park features millions of sparkling festive lights, a miniature train ride, live entertainment, and festive displays, all benefiting the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund.
Where: Vancouver | More Info: Bright Nights in Stanley Park
Canyon Lights
What to Expect:
Interactive light installations and festive activities in a natural setting.
Description:
At Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, Canyon Lights transforms the park into a dazzling display of light and color. Walk across the world-famous bridge, illuminated with a changing multi-color display, and explore the glittering rainforest on Treetops Adventure. Enjoy live festive tunes, hot chocolate, and various kids' activities while taking in the twinkling cliffside pathway of Cliffwalk.
Where: North Vancouver | More Info: Canyon Lights
Burnaby Village Museum Heritage Christmas
What to Expect:
Seasonal entertainment and demonstrations in a historic setting.
Description:
Burnaby Village Museum transforms into a holiday destination with festive lights, traditional decorations, and seasonal entertainment. Visitors can enjoy meals and treats at Mai's Cafe and food trucks while exploring the 10-acre venue.
Where: Burnaby | More Info: Burnaby Village Museum Heritage Christmas
Christmas at Canada Place
What to Expect:
Nostalgic holiday light displays and sculptures.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season at Canada Place with nostalgic Woodward's Windows, the North Point light display featuring Chrismoose, iconic Sails of Light, and festive Avenue of Trees.
Where: Vancouver | More Info: Christmas at Canada Place
Bear Creek Park Lights
What to Expect:
Illuminated nature trail with community activities.
Description:
Bear Creek Park Lights features stunning light displays along nature trails, offering a 1km illuminated walking loop for visitors to enjoy at their own pace. The event includes community art, nocturnal nature walks, storytime sessions, and live music.
Where: Surrey | More Info: Bear Creek Park Lights
VanDusen Festival of Lights
What to Expect:
Interactive light displays inspired by BC's ecosystems.
Description:
VanDusen Festival of Lights features over 1 million twinkling lights across 15 acres, including a display inspired by BC's Garry oak meadows and themed light areas. Enjoy Dancing Lights sets and explore the garden's illuminated landscapes.
Where: Vancouver | More Info: VanDusen Festival of Lights
St. Paul’s Lights of Hope
What to Expect:
Illuminated donor stars representing generous donations.
Description:
St. Paul’s Lights of Hope is an annual holiday light display at St. Paul’s Hospital, featuring hundreds of illuminated donor stars and festive activities.
Where: Vancouver | More Info: St. Paul’s Lights of Hope
Holiday Light Displays - Burnaby
What to Expect:
Dazzling light displays in Burnaby's parks and public spaces.
Description:
Burnaby's holiday light displays illuminate the city's parks and public spaces, creating a joyous celebration of light and color.
Where: Burnaby | More Info: Holiday Light Displays - Burnaby
Glow Gardens - Langley
What to Expect:
Immersive walk-around winter wonderland with interactive light installations and live holiday performances.
Description:
Glow Gardens - Langley is an outdoor Christmas festival featuring over a million lights, a vibrant ecosystem with talking trees and mushroom homes, and interactive play zones. Guests can explore the Enchanted Forest, ride the Glow-comotive train, and enjoy live performances and gourmet food trucks.
Where: Langley | More Info: Glow Gardens - Langley
Lights by the Lake - Harrison Hot Springs
What to Expect:
Custom-built light displays featuring Sasquatch-themed decorations.
Description:
Harrison Hot Springs transforms its waterfront with custom-built light displays, highlighting local wildlife and the elusive Sasquatch. Each business has decorated its storefront with holiday cheer, featuring Christmas trees and old-fashioned lamps in the village square.
Where: Harrison Hot Springs | More Info: Lights by the Lake - Harrison Hot Springs
Tsawwassen Holiday Markets and Shopping
Tsawwassen Springs Christmas Craft Market
What to Expect:
Local artisans selling handmade crafts.
Description:
The Tsawwassen Springs Christmas Craft Market features local artisans and small businesses selling handmade crafts and seasonal items in a picturesque community setting.
Where: Tsawwassen | More Info: Tsawwassen Springs Christmas Craft Market
Vancouver Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Traditional German Christmas market with artisan shops and festive eats.
Description:
The Vancouver Christmas Market is an authentic German-style holiday event featuring artisan shops, festive eats, and daily live entertainment. Stroll through twinkling pathways and enjoy the Aeroplan Holiday Carousel, Walk-Through Christmas Tree, and Lovers Lane Love Lock Installation.
Where: Vancouver | More Info: Vancouver Christmas Market
Circle Craft Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Western Canada's largest craft market with diverse artisanal products.
Description:
The Circle Craft Christmas Market is a premier showcase of Canadian craftsmanship, featuring over 300 artisans selling handmade goods, including ceramics, wooden toys, glassware, leather goods, clothing, and accessories.
Where: Vancouver | More Info: Circle Craft Christmas Market
Surrey Tree Lighting Festival
What to Expect:
Live performances and a diverse holiday market.
Description:
The Surrey Tree Lighting Festival is a two-day event featuring a 60-foot Christmas tree, live entertainment, a holiday market, and family-friendly activities.
Where: Surrey | More Info: Surrey Tree Lighting Festival
Tsawwassen Other Holiday Activities
Grouse Mountain Peak of Christmas
What to Expect:
Meet Santa and his reindeer in a festive holiday setting.
Description:
Grouse Mountain's Peak of Christmas offers a holiday experience with twinkling lights, real reindeer, and an 8,000 square foot ice skating pond. Meet Santa and his reindeer, enjoy the Light Walk, and engage in festive activities like creating Christmas crafts and watching movies at the Theatre in the Sky.
Where: North Vancouver | More Info: Grouse Mountain Peak of Christmas
Lumière
What to Expect:
Interactive light installations and performances celebrating artistic expression.
Description:
Lumière is a four-day festival featuring illuminated artworks, light-based projections, and dynamic performances inspired by the theme of Elements. It brings together diverse artists to create and share their work in downtown Vancouver.
Where: Vancouver | More Info: Lumière
ILLUMINATE Maple Ridge
What to Expect:
Family-friendly event with a variety of activities and entertainment.
Description:
Celebrate the Night in Maple Ridge features light installations, lanterns, games, storytelling, crafts, costumes, music, and food trucks. The event includes roving entertainment, a carousel ride, contortionists, and a fireworks display at 8:00 PM.
Where: Maple Ridge | More Info: ILLUMINATE Maple Ridge
Christmas in Steveston Village
What to Expect:
Santa's boat arrival and festive activities.
Description:
Steveston Village transforms into a holiday haven with Santa's arrival by boat, photos with Santa inside the Cannery, and horse carriage rides through the village.
Where: Steveston | More Info: Christmas in Steveston Village
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Ladner (5 miles)
- Richmond (11 miles)
- Delta (12 miles)
- White Rock (13 miles)
- Surrey (13 miles)
- New Westminster (15 miles)
- Vancouver (16 miles)
- Burnaby (18 miles)
- West End (19 miles)
- Langley (20 miles)
- North Vancouver (21 miles)
- Port Moody (22 miles)
- Port Coquitlam (22 miles)
- Walnut Grove (23 miles)
- Coquitlam (23 miles)
- West Vancouver (24 miles)
- Maple Ridge (26 miles)
- North Cowichan (30 miles)
- Bellingham (32 miles)
- Duncan (32 miles)
- Mission (36 miles)
- Abbotsford (38 miles)
- Nanaimo (40 miles)
- Victoria (42 miles)
- Langford (44 miles)