A Rockabilly/Swing Dance

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When the Rocket Revellers play, the dance floor is packed to the sounds of western swing, jump blues, gospel and rockabilly. Lead vocalist Dennis Brock, originally a part of the rock scene in San Francisco, has always been a rockabilly & jump blues fan. Members of the band are quite renowned in the roots music […]

Pet Photos with Santa

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This popular event is back! Photos are by donation (minimum requested donation is $20 please, tax receipts will be issued) and all proceeds go directly to the BC SPCA Chilliwack Animal Shelter. Photos will be sent digitally after the event so that you can use them in many ways for the holidays! Pet food donations […]

A Christmas Carol – Reader’s Theatre

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Kilby’s own “Behind the Gate Theatre Company” presents Charles Dicken’s, A Christmas Carol. This family favourite reminds us all about the true meaning of Christmas. A perfect start to your Christmas.  Performance December 20, 21, and 23 (no Sunday performance)

Meet Gord Yakimow, Author of  ‘The Grod Family’s Christmas Lights’

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Gord Yakimow (whom many of us remember from his teaching years in Chilliwack!) has written a delightful Christmas story about the Grod  Family, and he’s bringing his books in for purchase and for signing this weekend! Gord first wrote this story for his three children for Christmas 1992. It has been read at every family […]

Homemade Community Holiday Market

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Come shop your favourite 50 local artisans limited edition gifts and handmade holiday decor. Copper Haus Coffee is serving up coffee and treats every Friday-Sunday. Come see our beautiful 1927 heritage facility decked in holiday spirit! We are accessible via the District 1881 parking lots and right behind CR Sabers. Look for our signs!

iMADE Pop Up Market

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Looking for the perfect gift? Shopping locally-made for the ones you love says much more. With an array of holiday markets this season, you’re sure to find something special for your friends and family… and maybe a little something irresistible for yourself!

Art Opening: Sharon W Huget & Olivia Harks

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Open Space in Downtown Abbotsford invites you to attend November 29th for the Opening of “An Emotive Gesture” featuring the expressive and surreal artworks of Olivia Harks and Sharon W Huget. Exhibit opens November 2 to December 30

The Nutcracker presented by The Royal City Youth Ballet

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Come join us at the Abbotsford Arts Centre for the full length ballet production of The Nutcracker. Proudly bringing this annual holiday tradition to theatres across the Lower Mainland for 36 years! The Nutcracker is proudly presented by the Royal City Youth Ballet Company, with two shows on November 24 at 1:00pm and 4:30pm. Experience […]

Christmas at Windsor

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FREE Admission. FREE Parking. 30 local artisan & vendors with lots of great gift ideas, holiday decor & treats galore. Live music & gorgeous poinsettias. It’s sure to be a very merry market. Everyone welcome!

This Christmas – Take on a Kettle!

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The Salvation Army serves vulnerable people in Abbotsford & Mission, offering hope and providing practical, compassionate support.  We invite you, your team, business, organization, co-workers, friends and family to join us in transforming lives by participating in the 2024 Kettle Take Over Campaign.

Holiday Movie Night at Old Yale Brewing

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🎥 Holiday classics, craft brews, and cozy vibes—what could be better? 🎅✨ Join us every Wednesday nights at OYB Abbotsford and OYB Chilliwack for our Holiday Movie Nights! We’ll be screening some of our all-time favorite holiday movies that are sure to get you into the Christmas spirit. 🌟 📅 Dates: November 27, December 4, […]

Not a Christmas Movie Trivia at Old Yale Brewing

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Not Technically a Christmas Movie Trivia Alert! Alright, listen up, festive fanatics and yuletide rebels—we’re about to break some holiday traditions! Think you’ve got the popcorn munching, couch lounging movie knowledge to distinguish a Christmas movie from a movie with, like, one Christmas scene or just like Christmas vibes?  Join us at OYB Abby on […]