As the holiday season approaches, Chilliwack becomes alive with festive celebrations. From dazzling light displays to enchanting markets and heartwarming community gatherings, Chilliwack offers something for everyone to make their holidays merry and bright. I’m excited to share with you a list of exciting activities happening in Chilliwack.
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Join us for a magical evening of holiday cheer at District 1881’s Tree Lighting Event! As the sun sets and the stars twinkle, we’ll gather in the courtyard and celebrate the lighting of our 40ft Christmas tree. Enjoy festive music, hot cocoa, and perhaps even a visit from a certain jolly, bearded guest. Don’t miss this enchanting kickoff to the most wonderful time of the year.
For more information: https://district1881.com/
There are many activities happening at District 1881 including photos with Santa, ferris wheel, Christmas train, traditional artisans, carollers, and roaming performers.
For more information: https://district1881.com/
Please join the Chilliwack Metropolitan Orchestra for a wonderful afternoon of music, to enjoy and look forward to the upcoming holiday season. Programme details will be available on our website, chilliwackmetropolitan.com, closer to the performance.
For more information: chilliwackculturalcentre.ca/ccc-event/a-traditional-christmas
We have some VERY exciting news to share, friends! Our Jolly Ol’ Pal Santa Claus will be joining us for brunch at Old Yale Chilliwack on December 10th!!! That’s right, he’s taking time out of his super busy schedule to join us for good eats, yummy beers, and pictures with YOU! Join us for brunch between 10am and 1pm to get your picture with the man himself by donation!
For more information: oldyalebrewing.com/events/santa-brunch-chilliwack
The annual Christmas Craft Market is a holiday shopping favorite, featuring over 300 local artisans and artists. Get your holiday shopping done in one place while supporting local arts! The Christmas Craft Market serves as the CCAC’s largest yearly fundraising event, with funds raised supporting community events and arts initiatives, as well as three annual art scholarships that further the career development of local students.
For more information: chilliwackartscouncil.com/events-1
Our Annual 3 Day Christmas Gifts Expo is a market filled with gift ideas, bargains and more with over 250 vendors that consist of home-based businesses, small businesses, artisans and local vendors.
For more information: chilliwackheritagepark.com/events/christmas-gifts-expo/
Santa will be coming to town December 2nd at 5:30pm to ride down the streets of Downtown Chilliwack in our 2023 Chilliwack Rotary Christmas Parade! The night will be filled with exciting floats and live performances!
For more information: chilliwackchristmasparade.ca/
Be transported by the beloved Christmas tradition of The Nutcracker when Ballet Victoria returns to Chilliwack. Amid the festivities of Christmas Eve, a young Clara receives a special gift from her mysterious uncle – a toy Nutcracker, which comes to life and takes her on a magical journey. With a timeless musical score, beautifully imagined and executed choreography, and stunningly costumed dancers, there is no better way to celebrate the holiday season!
For more information: chilliwackculturalcentre.ca/ccc-event/the-nutcracker/
Get ready for a jolly good time at Tourism Chilliwack’s Ugly Christmas Sweater Party in the heart of District 1881! Throw on your quirkiest, most festive Christmas sweaters and join us for a day of holiday cheer. Explore the shops, discover unique gifts, and shop local while sporting your most outrageous winter wear. Plus, the fun doesn’t stop there! We’ll be giving away fantastic prizes all day long, so make sure you’re here for the festivities. It’s a day of laughter, shopping, and surprises – all wrapped up in your ugliest Christmas sweater.
More information: https://district1881.com/
Immerse yourself in the beauty and musical wonders of Winter Harp! One of the most beloved holiday concerts anywhere, Winter Harp returns to take you on a magical journey you will never forget on on this, it’s 30th Anniversary Tour. Join this world-class ensemble of singers, harps, flute, viola, medieval instruments and percussion for a concert of heartwarming songs and stories in celebration of Christmas. The musicians, in rich medieval attire will whisk you to a land of pure magic. For three decades, tens of thousands of people have made Winter Harp their annual tradition — now that is something to celebrate! Winter Harp . . . Christmas begins here.
For more information: chilliwackculturalcentre.ca/ccc-event/winter-harp/
Join us to get in the Holiday Spirit with a festive evening of beer drinking and wreath making! On December 6th, OYB Chilliwack will be hosting Love Her Wild as they guide us through how to make a beautiful holiday wreath! Tickets are $85 and include a beer of your choice and a wreath to take home!
For more information: oldyalebrewing.com/events/wreath-workshop-chilliwack
| Dates | Events | Location | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec. 10 | A Traditional Christmas – With the Chilliwack Metropolitan Ochestra | Chilliwack Cultural Center | General Admission – $35 Seniors & Students – $30 |
| Dec. 10 | Brunch with Santa at Old Yale Chilliwack | Old Yale Brewing | Available for Dine in customers only |
| Nov. 17 – 19 | Chilliwack Christmas Craft Market | Chilliwack Heritage Park | $7 |
| Dec. 8 – 10 | Christmas Gifts Expo | Chilliwack Heritage Park | $5 (cash only at door) Children 5 and under are FREE. |
| Nov. 23 | District 1881 Tree Lighting | District 1881 | Free |
| Dec. 2 | Rotary Christmas Parade | Parade route & map | Free |
| Dec. 22 | The Nutcracker | Chilliwack Cultural Center | Adults – $32 Seniors – $28 Youth – $20 |
| Dec. 9 | Ugly Christmas Sweater Party | District 1881 | Free |
| Dec. 12 | Winter Harp | Chilliwack Cultural Center | Adults – $49 Seniors – $45 Youth – $42 |
| Dec. 6 | Wreath Workshop at Old Yale Brewing Chilliwack | Old Yale Brewing | $85 |
