Abbotsford Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Abbotsford and surrounding areas
Abbotsford lights up for the Christmas season with neighborhood Holiday lights and a variety of things to do across historic downtown and popular spots like Aldergrove and Matsqui. Events such as the Aldergrove Christmas Light Up Parade and Red Barn Holiday Market showcase community vendors and seasonal entertainment. From festive performances to family-friendly holiday activities and local attractions, Abbotsford blends small-town warmth with seasonal charm beneath sparkling lights and decorated streets.
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Christmas Markets
37 eventsOver 100 regional artisans in a festive holiday market.
Christmas Lights
27 eventsOver one million lights in a botanical garden setting
Christmas Shows
10 eventsFestive symphonic holiday concert
Other Christmas Activities
17 eventsPersonalized Santa photo sessions with reservations.
Editor's Picks (6)
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VanDusen Festival of Lights
(Vancouver)
Over one million lights in a botanical garden setting
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Bellingham Holiday Festival of the Arts
(Bellingham)
Over 100 regional artisans in a festive holiday market.
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The Peak of Christmas at Grouse Mountain
(North Vancouver)
Mountaintop Christmas celebration with light displays and Santa.
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PNE Winter Fair
(Vancouver)
Dazzling light displays and interactive Santa journey
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Surrey's Holiday Light Festival
(Surrey)
Over 1 million lights in a festive wonderland.
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Photos with Santa at The Amazing Brentwood
(Burnaby)
Personalized Santa photo sessions with reservations.
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Christmas Parties Near Abbotsford
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Abbotsford.
Toys for Tots Christmas Brunch
Free buffet brunch supporting the Christmas Bureau
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Abbotsford Christmas FAQ
The Winter Jubilee is Abbotsford’s largest annual Christmas event, featuring the city’s official tree lighting, live entertainment, vendor markets, and family activities. It marks the start of the holiday season downtown each November.
Abbotsford honors the legacy of the Old Yale Rd Christmas lights through the Greendale Acres display, combining a festive light walk and train ride that celebrates community generosity and holiday spirit.
Several residential neighborhoods throughout Abbotsford are known for their festive displays, with local favorites often highlighted in community guides and news lists each holiday season.
Downtown Abbotsford hosts the Winter Jubilee market, a hub for local artisans and vendors. Additional markets and craft fairs can be found at community centers and event spaces near Abbotsford throughout the season.
Visiting neighborhood light displays, attending the free Winter Jubilee event, and exploring local parks decorated for the holidays are great budget-friendly ways to enjoy the season in Abbotsford.
Families can enjoy the Winter Jubilee’s kid-friendly activities like cookie decorating and face painting, as well as the Greendale Acres light walk and train ride, which offer magical experiences for children.