Vancouver 
The holiday season in Vancouver brings with it a festive alchemy that turns the city into a mosaic of colourful lights and celebratory displays. If you’re wondering where to feast your eyes on the most enchanting Christmas and holiday decorations during the 2023-2024 season, prepare for a journey through Vancouver’s winter jubilance.
Glow Langley
Venture across the illuminated, swaying Capilano Suspension Bridge, or immerse yourself in the whimsical charm of the North Pole’s snowy pathways. Seek the thrill of the PNE Winter Lights, where imagination meets radiant artistry, or glide across a glacial rink perched atop a frosty peak.
Not to be overlooked are the immersive lights of Stanley Park, casting a glow that dances in the eyes of beholders. These festive locales promise not just sights, but experiences steeped in the warm essence of the holidays. Let’s set out to discover the heartwarming glow of Vancouver’s holiday spirit, a canvas of lights and joy awaiting your presence.
Lights of Hope
Credit: Lights of Hope
Since 1998, St. Paul’s Foundation has illuminated the streets with a breathtaking display of Christmas lights in support of Lights of Hope.
You’ll be in awe as you take in over 200 glimmering stars made up of over 100,000 shining lights that span St. Paul’s. Details
November 23 to January 5, 2024
St Paul’s Hospital, 1081 Burrard Street, Vancouver
Canyon Lights
Credit: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Re-capture the feeling of wonder and excitement of the holiday season and be amazed by the hundreds of thousands of lights throughout the park. The suspension bridge, Treetops Adventure, Cliffwalk, the rainforest and canyon are transformed into a world of festive lights and visual enchantment. Details
November 17, 2023 – January 21, 2024
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park – 3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver
$24.95 to $65.95
Lights by the Lake
Lights by the Lake highlights Harrison’s longstanding history of the elusive Sasquatch, which has been passed down through the oral traditions of the Sts’Ailes Nation. The holiday display focuses on all things naturally Harrison; highlighting our local wildlife and our Sasquatch’s favorite Harrison Hot Springs activities. Details
November 18 to January 7, 2024
Harrison Lakefront, Harrison Hot Springs
Free
Glow Gardens – Christmas Carnival
Experience a family-friendly winter festival as you enjoy towering light gardens and magical landscapes all under the twinkle of a million lights. This year it will feature a spectacular new theme: Christmas Carnival. Along with a scavenger hunt, food trucks, live performances, playgrounds, carnival-themed games, a craft corner, Glow-comotive train ride, a gift shop, a full market featuring goods from local makers and of course enchanting lights. Come experience the magic. Details
November 23 to December 30, 2023
Milner Village Garden Centre, 6690 216 St, Langley City
$14.99 to $19.99
Belcarra Christmas Tea Lights Festival
A radiant spectacle of 100,000 lights casts an enchanting glow, creating a winter wonderland by night. This event weaves the beauty of nature with gourmet organic dining and a sense of community. Imagine feasting on a five-course meal under the stars within a transparent dome. Details
November 10 to December 23, 2023
Camp Howdy, 3000 Camp Howdy Road, Belcarra
$10 to $20
Granville Island Festive Lights
From the famous Public Market to the Granville Island Hotel, lights across the almost 40 acre site make for a beautiful, open air stroll whether you are under the stars, or under an umbrella. Join us before or after at one of the great restaurants or bars on Granville Island, or come early for unique local shopping at retail shops and artist studios. Lights are on daily, including holidays, from sundown. Details
November 12 – January 3, 2024
Granville Island, 1661 Duranleau St., Vancouver
VanDusen Festival of Lights
Experience a magical winter wonderland with more than one million lights decorating 15 acres of VanDusen Botanical Garden. Stroll along the lakeside, shimmering in the glow of northern lights, or wander into our lush Rose Garden – reawakened and illuminated for a spectacular winter replica through the artistry of our garden stewards. Details
November 24 to January 7, 2024
VanDusen Botanical Garden – 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver
$11to $24
Surrey Tree Lighting Festival
Credit: City of Surrey
Be dazzled by Surrey Tree Lighting Festival’s sparkling light tunnel. Wander through the expanded Holiday Market and admire over 500-feet of waterfall lights and take pictures at fun photo opportunities. The festival will feature twinkling light displays and holiday décor around every corner for all ages to enjoy. Details
November 25 to Early January, 2024
Surrey Civic Plaza
13450 104 Avenue, Surrey
Free
Illuminate Maple Ridge
Maple Ridge has a long tradition of making our streets glow with lights and holiday cheer in winter. From the iconic red bells to the beautiful storefront displays, Maple Ridge is a magical place to be during the winter holidays. At the heart of downtown and for the first time ever, Illuminate will transform the six-storey City Hall office tower with string lights, floodlights, and vibrant colour displays. Details
November 24, 2023 – January 6, 2024
Downtown Maple Ridge and Other Venues
Free
Vallea Lumina
Credit: Vallea Lumina
Vallea Lumina, winter experience, created by Moment Factory and powered by The Adventure Group Whistler, will greet the season with a winter wonderland filled with dazzling lights, emotive soundscapes and stunning scenography. Details
Until May 12, 2024
Cougar Mountain Road, Whistler
Festival of Trees Fairmont
Step into a holiday wonderland with beautifully decorated trees. This cherished community tradition raises funds for BC Children’s Hospital Foundation. Details
November 23, 2023 – January 2, 2024
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, 900 West Georgia Street, Vancouver
Peak of Christmas/Light Walk
Feel the enchantment and radiance of twinkling lights, the calm echo of the snow and the joy of witnessing real reindeer – only here at Vancouver’s North Pole. Enjoy the natural beauty of Blue Grouse Lake, lit by breathtaking light installations. Stroll through the light tunnel and marvel at new additions including a magnificent lit deer. Experience the tranquil beauty of skating on our 8,000 square foot mountaintop Ice Skating Pond, surrounded by snow-topped trees. Details
November 24th – December 25th, 2023
Grouse Mountain Resort – 6400 Nancy Greene Way, North Vancouver
Regular Admission
Christmas in Williams Park
Come celebrate the holidays with your family and friends in the magical setting of Williams Park. View the spectacular show of lights as you drive through the park in the comfort of your own vehicle and enjoy this well-loved community event! Details
December 1 to 20, 2023 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Williams Park, 238 Street & 68 Avenue, Langley
Lights at Lafarge
The dazzling light displays that encircle the 1.2 km Lafarge Lake loop will be on at dusk. Lace up your walking shoes (or slip on your rain boots) and embark on the 1.2 km lake loop. New this year is a second walking loop that takes walkers through the Inspiration Garden and by the new concession plaza in Town Centre Park. Details
November 24, 2023 to January 2, 2024
Town Centre Park, 1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Cloverdale Christmas Tree Festival
Visit the Museum of Surrey to see trees custom decorated by Cloverdale businesses. Details
November 25 to December Mid, 2023
Museum of Surrey, 177110 56A Avenue, Surrey
Free
Squamish at Dusk
Squamish at Dusk aims to transform the local park into a magical wonderland of lights, offering a festive atmosphere leading up to Christmas. Visitors to the festival can expect a blend of art exhibitions, winter experiences, and a festival of lights. The installations are designed to immerse event-goers in a transformed environment, fusing elements of light, art, and narrative to unveil stories about the region.
November 23 – December 10, 2023
Rose Park – 38550 Loggers Ln, Squamish
$7 to $10
Heritage Christmas
Wander the Village and take in all of the seasonal entertainment, demonstrations and activities. Take part in our animal-themed scavenger hunt including a menagerie of adorned Eco-sculptures like salmon, herons and hawks. Enjoy a meal or treat at the Ice Cream Parlour. Details
November 25, 2023 – January 5, 2024
Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel – 6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
Bright Nights
British Columbia Professional Fire Fighters Burn Fund
During the holiday season, Stanley Park will sparkle with three million twinkling lights. Experience the lights, breathtaking displays, and live performers. Bright Nights will include fan favourites like the vintage fire truck, giant red reindeer, and the tunnel of lights in the plaza. Details
November 30 to January 1, 2023
The Stanley Park Train, Pipeline Road in Stanley Park
$11 to $15
DuPlessis Family Christmas Display
The DuPlessis Family’s Christmas display, a dazzling beacon of joy, is now live. November was a flurry of activity for the family, meticulously crafting a vibrant pixel wall and introducing new characters, all blending seamlessly with classics like the 23’ tree and Griswold roof. This year’s spectacle, a symphony of lights and sound, features a 12-minute musical sequence, synchronized to delight onlookers. Celebrating their 25th year of supporting the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, the DuPlessis family warmly invites donations through various methods. A visit to this magical display promises an unforgettable experience, filled with colour, whimsy, and the spirit of giving. Details
until January 2nd, 2024.
8222 Burnlake Drive, Burnaby
Steveston Festival of Trees
Wander through a forest of illuminated holiday trees decorated by local merchants and community organizations. Details
December 1 to 31, 2023 | 10 AM to 5 PM
Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site, 12138 Fourth Ave, Richmond
Festival of Lights Boat Parade
Vancouver’s North Shore is set to sparkle with the return of the North Vancouver Festival of Lights Boat Parade. This 30+ year tradition features nearly two dozen boats adorned with festive lights, wreaths, and decorations. Viewers can enjoy the parade from various locations around the Burrard Inlet, like Waterfront Park, the Shipyards pier, or waterfront restaurants. Details
Saturday, December 2, 2023 | 6 PM
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Martini Town Merry & Bright
Martini Town Merry & Bright
This holiday season, Martini Town in Langley opens its Hollywood-esque film backlot to the public, transforming it into a “Merry & Bright” winter wonderland. Film enthusiasts can stroll through a unique 16-acre outdoor set with a small town vibe, New York streets, and iconic building facades. Live music, an artisan market, food trucks, and Santa visits add to the cinematic holiday experience, making visitors feel like they’ve stepped right into their favourite festive movie. Details
December 1 to January 1, 2024
Film Backlot, 1123 272 Street, Langley
$12 to $22
Dundarave Festival of Lights
Dundarave Festival of Lights
The largest outdoor display of Christmas Trees in coastal British Columbia, the Forest of Miracles shines bright with the true spirit of West Vancouver at Christmas time. Details
December 2 to January 7, 2024
Dundarave Park, West Vancouver
PNE Winter Fair – WinterLights
Enjoy a magical holiday journey through Hastings Park as you explore enchanted lands filled with glowing lights and lavish displays. Join us at Discover Santa where you can embark on the ultimate journey to meet Santa Claus by solving puzzles and cracking riddles, ride the PNE Holiday Express, wander through Winter Lights presented by BC Hydro – a great place to snap a photo! – and go skating – or try the Ice Bumper Cars – at the Tim Hortons Ice Rink, and then warm up with the culinary extravaganza at the Holiday Eats & Treats.
December8 to 23, 2023 | 4:30 PM to 10:30 PM
PNE Grounds, 2901 E Hastings Street, Vancouver
$12 to $30
Christmas at Canada Place
This family-friendly outdoor experience will feature the historic Woodward’s Windows and Avenue of Christmas Trees, delicious holiday recipes, a special holiday-themed Sails of Light display, Canada’s North Light display and more! Details
December 2 – January 2, 2024
Canada Place, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver
Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
Holiday Train is about 1,000 feet in length with 14 rail cars decorated with hundreds of thousands of technology-leading LED lights and a modified boxcar that has been turned into a traveling stage for performers. Details
December 17 & 18, 2023
Various Venues, Metro Vancouver
Annual Winter Solstice Lantern Festival
This family-friendly, outdoor experience will feature the historic Woodward’s Windows and Avenue of Christmas Trees, delicious holiday recipes, a special holiday-themed Sails of Light display, Canada’s North light display and more! Details
December 21, 2023
Yaletown, Granville Island & Strathcona
Events TBA
Festivale Tropicale at Bloedel
Warm up inside the tropical dome while enjoying the exotic birds, lush gardens and holiday light display. Details
Cancelled for 2023
Bloedel Floral Conservatory, Vancouver
Regular Admission
We may as well cancel Christmas again
That map of houses with light displays is not current for Dec 2020.
Could anyone put an updated map of homes lighting up for 2020? A lot of these are canceled and I don’t even know why they put them here.
Christmas light show at #29-1475 Deep cove rd, north vancouver.
Custom built lightshow synchronized to music. Runs from 5-9:30pm starting December 1st to roughly January 7th 2021. http://www.facebook.com/xmasinvancouver
Heritage Harbour at the Vancouver Maritime Museum has a Christmas light display on many of their vintage vessels. Beautiful to see the lights reflecting upon the water.