Dec 8

A Guide to Very Valley Holiday Events – Dec 17 – 31

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Sense the enchantment and thrill of the holiday season in the Valley as the scenic winter landscape is illuminated by twinkling lights and festive activities throughout the area bring festive cheer. 

Explore the places where holiday movie magic comes to life, catch local talent and internationally acclaimed holiday performances, enjoy family-friendly winter festivals, and warm up indoors with comforting foods, drinks, and live music at cozy cafes and restaurants.

Here’s your guide to what’s in season in the Valley from December 17 to New Year’s.

See events for Tuesday, December 5 – Saturday, December 16 here.

Sunday, December 17 – Saturday, December 23 Highlights

Credit: Mt Lehman Christmas Home Tour

Mt Lehman Christmas Home Tour

Experience Hallmark movie magic hidden in the Valley. Starring in over 50 Hallmark Christmas movies, the homes of Mt Lehman are where the holidays take centre stage.

The neighbourhood of Mt Lehman invites the public into their homes to enjoy beautiful decorations, live music, and delicious holiday treats as a fundraiser for the International Justice Mission to free children from human trafficking.

December 16 – 17 and December 21 – 23, 12 PM – 8 PM

Mt Lehman Christmas Home Tour, 6834 Mount Lehman Road, Abbotsford

Credit: Martini Town

Martini Town Merry & Bright

Step into holiday movie magic for an unforgettable seasonal experience at Martini Town Merry & Bright! For the very first time, Martini Film Studios is opening Langley’s very own exterior Film Backlot to the public. 

Martini Town has been transformed into a Christmas wonderland by a team of skilled industry crew, and visitors are invited to stroll through a New York City Street, a courthouse, a diner, and an entire small town. 

December 17, 2023 – January 1, 2024

Martini Town, 272 Street, Aldergrove Langley

@kadfoik 

Canadian Holiday Train in Agassiz

Lighting up the track once more, the Canadian Holiday Train is back! A free annual family-friendly concert and food bank fundraiser, this year’s holiday train performers are Vancouver’s own multi-platinum-selling artist, music producer, and actor Tyler Shaw, and Canadian singer-songwriter Keisza.

Food and monetary donations to the local food bank are encouraged.

December 17, 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM

6800 Pioneer Ave, Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0, Canada

Corona’s Mexican Restaurant Christmas Party!

Feliz Navidad! It’s Corona’s annual Christmas Party bringing you live music and authentic Mexican food to get you into the holiday spirit. Enjoy this festive way to bring sunny traditions to your holiday season. 

December 22, 5:30 PM – 9 PM

Corona’s Mexican Restaurant in The Junction Shopping Centre, 750-32555 London Avenue, Mission 

Skate with Santa

Join Santa for a festive public skate in Hope, sponsored by the Hope Rotary Club. There will be hot chocolate and a candy cane station! Admission and skate rentals are free. 

December 24, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Hope Recreation Center, 1005 6 Ave, Hope

The Nutcracker

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!

Tickets: $32 Adults, $28 Seniors, $20 Youth

December 22, 7:30 PM

HUB International Theatre – Chilliwack Cultural Center – 9201 Corbould Street, Chilliwack

Sunday, December 17 – Saturday, December 23 Full Schedule

Sunday, December 17 – Sunday, January 7 | Lights By The Lake | Harrison Civic Plaza, Harrison Hot Springs, 4 PM – 11 PM

Sunday, December 17 – Monday, January 1 | Martini Town – Merry & Bright | 272 Street, Aldergrove, 4 PM – 10 PM

Sunday, December 17 – Sunday, December 31 | Winter Night Lights | Agassiz, 4 PM – 11 PM

Sunday, December 17 – Sunday, December 24 & Wednesday, December 27 – Sunday, December 31 | Miracle at Old Yale Brewing Abbotsford | 33738 Laurel Street, Abbotsford

Sunday, December 17 – Saturday, December 30 | GLOW Langley 2023 Christmas Carnival | Glow Langley, 216 Street, Langley, 5 PM – 9 PM

Sunday, December 17 and Thursday, December 21 – Friday, December 23 | Mt Lehman Christmas Home Tour Abbotsford | Mt Lehman Community, 12 PM – 8 PM

Sunday, December 17 | Canadian Holiday Train in Agassiz | Across from Agra Centre on Pioneer Ave., West of Hwy 9, 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM

Tuesday, December 19 | Ugly Sweater Day | Hope

Tuesday, December 19 | Gift Wrapping by donations | Family Resource Centre 434 Wallace St., Hope, 10 AM – 5 PM

Friday, December 22 – Saturday, December 23 | A Symphony for Christmas | Central Heights Church, 1661 McCallum Rd, Abbotsford, Friday 7 PM & Saturday 2 PM & 7 PM

Friday, December 22 | Corona’s Mexican Restaurant Christmas Party! | Corona’s Restaurant, 750-32555 London Ave, Mission, 5:30 PM – 9 PM

Saturday, December 23 | Hope Rotary Skate with Santa | Hope Arena, 1:30 PM – 3 PM

Saturday, December 23 | Back Porch Carollers at Old Yale Brewing | 33738 Laurel Street, Abbotsford, 7 PM – 10 PM

Sunday, December 24 – Saturday, December 31 Highlights

@oldyalebrewing 

Miracle at Old Yale Brewing

Mixing up some holiday spirits, Miracle at Old Yale Brewing is a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar taking place in charming historic Downtown Abbotsford. Sip on trendy festive cocktails amidst the kitschy old-school holiday decor–sure to get even the grouchiest grinch in the holiday spirit!

December 5 – 24, and December 27 – 31

Old Yale Brewing Abbotsford, 33738 Laurel Street, Abbotsford 

Credit: GLOW Langley

GLOW Langley 2023 Christmas Carnival 

An annual family-friendly outdoor festival with spectacular lights scattered throughout the grounds, food trucks, and loads of fun activities for visitors young and old. This year’s theme is “Christmas Carnival”–so head for the big top to find the Head Ringmaster for a surprise and experience the magic of the season with carnival flair 

December 5 – 30, open 5 PM – 9 PM

Glow Langley, 6690  216 Street, Langley 

Lights By The Lake

Enjoy an enchanting holiday display in Harrison River Valley illuminating the Harrison lakefront. Walk through the promenade and marvel at the wondrous weeping Christmas trees and old-fashioned street lamps gracing the village square plaza.

The custom-built light displays also shine a light on the local wildlife, so look out for sturgeon and flocks of geese under the canopy of a weeping willow or get in for a group shot with the painted selfie stands featuring delightful creatures (you might even catch a glimpse of the elusive Sasquatch!). The promenade is wheelchair and stroller-friendly.

December 5, 2023 – January 7, 2024

Harrison Lake Waterfront

Oh Christmas Tea! A British Comedy

When catastrophe strikes at James and Jamesy’s Christmas tea party resulting in the flooding of the world with tea, the duo conjures wildly funny solutions to stay afloat and sweep the audience out to sea in this jolly holiday escapade.

A riotously funny reinvention of a classic British panto, O Christmas Tea is an award-winning holiday theatre comedy you won’t want to miss. 

December 31, 3 PM – 6 PM

Clarke Theatre, 33700 Prentis Avenue, Mission 

New Year’s Eve Party at Mountainview Brewing Co.

Mountainview Brewing Co. is throwing it down and partying it up for New Year’s Eve! Join them for a night of unforgettable fun, while DJ Taz spins the tracks from 7 PM – 1 AM. At 9 PM, they’ll be doing an Eastern Toast and Screech-In Ceremony – so pucker up because it’s something you just cod not miss! 

They will also be serving up an NYE Special Surf  ‘n Turf, consisting of an 8oz New York strip steak, prawns, mashed potatoes, roasted veggies and a 6oz champagne cocktail ($40 per person). Dinner is available until 10 PM, reserve your spot today!

December 31, 7 PM – 1 AM

Mountainview Brewing Co., 390 Old Hope Princeton Way, Hope

Sunday, December 24 – Saturday, December 31 Full Schedule

Sunday, December 24  – Sunday, January 7 | Lights By The Lake | Harrison Civic Plaza, Harrison Hot Springs, 4 PM – 11 PM

Sunday, December 24 – Monday, January 1 | Martini Town – Merry & Bright | 272 Street, Aldergrove, 4 PM – 10 PM

Sunday, December 24 – Sunday, December 31 | Winter Night Lights | Agassiz, 4 PM – 11 PM

Sunday, December 24 – Sunday, December 24 & Wednesday, December 27 – Sunday, December 31 | Miracle at Old Yale Brewing Abbotsford | 33738 Laurel Street, Abbotsford

Sunday, December 24 – Saturday, December 30 | GLOW Langley 2023 Christmas Carnival | Glow Langley, 216 Street, Langley, 5 PM – 9 PM

Sunday, December 31 | Oh Christmas Tea! A British Comedy | Clarke Theatre, 33700 Prentis Ave, Mission, 3 PM – 6 PM