White Rock Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in White Rock and surrounding areas
White Rock lights up the holiday season with festive events and Christmas celebrations along the pier and Marine Drive, offering oceanfront charm and seasonal entertainment. Enjoy Christmas on the Peninsula, the Victorian Christmas Evening at Historic Stewart Farm, or the Bright Walk in White Rock for family-friendly fun. With things to do ranging from markets to holiday activities and illuminated strolls, the city creates a cozy festive atmosphere under twinkling lights for visitors and locals alike.
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Christmas Markets
41 eventsDazzling light displays and interactive Santa journey
Christmas Lights
30 eventsOver one million lights in a botanical garden setting
Christmas Shows
10 eventsFestive symphonic holiday concert
Christmas Activities
16 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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The Magic of Christmas at The Butchart Gardens
(Brentwood Bay)
Twelve Days of Christmas light displays
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Lights of Wonder
(Victoria)
Thousands of dazzling holiday lights in Centennial Square.
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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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White Rock Christmas Events Map
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White Rock Christmas FAQ
The Bright Walk in White Rock is the largest annual Christmas event, featuring extensive light displays along the waterfront. The White Rock Museum Christmas Market is also a major seasonal highlight with numerous vendors and festive activities.
White Rock’s holiday traditions include the waterfront light displays and community-focused markets that celebrate local artisans. The city’s seaside setting adds a distinctive coastal charm to its festive celebrations.
Neighborhoods near Marine Drive and around Memorial Park are known for their impressive Christmas light displays. Several residential areas host beloved neighborhood displays that attract visitors during the season.
The White Rock Museum hosts a popular Christmas Market with local makers and artisans. Additional markets and craft fairs can be found near White Rock in community centers and seasonal events throughout December.
Enjoying the Bright Walk light displays along the waterfront is a free and budget-friendly activity. Visiting neighborhood light displays and attending free community markets also offer festive fun without cost.
Families can enjoy the Bright Walk’s festive lights, live entertainment, and visits with Santa. The White Rock Museum Christmas Market also offers kid-friendly crafts and activities, making it a great holiday outing for all ages.