Chilliwack Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Chilliwack and surrounding areas
For the holiday season, Chilliwack fills Main Street and the Chilliwack Cultural Centre area with festive attractions, Christmas markets, and seasonal activities. Attend Christmas at Greendale Acres, browse the Chilliwack Christmas Craft Market, or catch the Burnaby-Chilliwack Rotary Christmas Parade for hometown cheer. Between light displays and community events, there are plenty of holiday activities and holiday attractions to enjoy, from family-friendly markets to outdoor seasonal celebrations that capture the spirit of the season.
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Christmas Markets
32 eventsOver 100 regional artisans in a festive holiday market.
Christmas Lights
24 eventsOver one million lights in a botanical garden setting
Christmas Shows
8 eventsFestive symphonic holiday concert
Christmas Activities
13 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 Tree Lighting Festival and Holiday Market
(Surrey)
City's 60ft Christmas Tree lighting ceremony
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Surrey's Holiday Light Festival
(Surrey)
Over 1 million lights in a festive wonderland.
Events Happening Soon (6)
Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about holiday events and activities in Chilliwack
- Chilliwack Firefighters Host Christmas Toy Drive Published: Thu, Nov 20, 2025
- Chilliwack Christmas Meal Distribution Efforts Highlighted Published: Wed, Nov 19, 2025
Chilliwack Christmas Events Map
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Chilliwack Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Christmas tree lighting in District 1881, the Greendale Acres holiday experience, and the Cultus Lake Lights celebration.
Chilliwack is known for its community-focused holiday lights, the legacy of Murray Blackham’s lights now at Greendale Acres, and festive gatherings at District 1881 and Cultus Lake.
District 1881 and the Greendale Acres area are top spots for holiday lights, but many residential neighborhoods also feature festive displays worth exploring.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at Greendale Acres, District 1881, and various pop-up events throughout the city during the holiday season.
Free activities include strolling through the District 1881 lights, visiting neighborhood displays, and enjoying the Cultus Lake Lights. Many markets also offer free entry and family-friendly events.
Families with kids enjoy the Greendale Express train, Santa visits at District 1881, scavenger hunts, and the cozy atmosphere of the holiday markets and light displays.