Christmas Ideas and Events in Abbotsford, BC, 2026
Abbotsford starts its Christmas season early, with the Winter Jubilee in downtown Abbotsford on November 21. That one night carries the city’s tree lighting, its holiday market and its Santa visit. The rest of the season is markets, a Santa event at a Christmas cottage, and a Santa Shuffle run at Mill Lake Park.
At a glance
- Winter Jubilee: Saturday, November 21, 3:00 to 7:30pm, downtown Abbotsford
- Winter Jubilee tree lighting: 7:00pm
- St. Ann’s Christmas Market: November 13 to 14
- Abbotsford Santa Shuffle: Saturday, December 5, 10:00am to 12:00pm, Mill Lake Park
Christmas markets
Winter Jubilee market
Downtown Abbotsford, Essendene Avenue and Montrose Avenue. Saturday, November 21, 3:00 to 7:30pm. Free. A market with local artisan vendors, plus a stage with live music and entertainment, food trucks, and drinks from local breweries and wineries. The Winter Jubilee is organized by the Abbotsford Downtown Business Association.
St. Ann’s Christmas Market
November 13 to 14, 33333 Mayfair Avenue. Times and admission were not published, so check the parish listing before you go.
Light displays and tours
No Abbotsford city light display with confirmed 2026 dates was found. Christmas at Greendale Acres is not running in 2026.
Tree lightings
Winter Jubilee tree lighting
Downtown Abbotsford, Essendene Avenue and Montrose Avenue. Saturday, November 21. The tree lighting is at 7:00pm. The event runs 3:00 to 7:30pm.
Santa photos and parades
Santa at the Winter Jubilee
Santa is at the Winter Jubilee on November 21 to meet children and for family portraits. Reindeer themed games, face painting and cookie decorating are also listed for the event.
Santa in the Country at Glenda’s Christmas Cottage
Glenda’s Christmas Cottage, 4557 Mount Lehman Road. Santa meets visitors, with free hot cocoa and popcorn, photo booths, and a vintage Christmas sleigh photo spot. Entry is free, with donations welcomed for Matthew’s House. The event hours were listed as 11:00am to 3:00pm. No firm date is given here, as sources differ on the date, so check Glenda’s own site before you go.
Shows and other events
Abbotsford Santa Shuffle
Mill Lake Park, Bevan Entrance, 32960 Mill Lake Road. Saturday, December 5, 10:00am to 12:00pm.
Teddy Bear Toss Game, Abbotsford Canucks
Rogers Forum, 33800 King Road. Saturday, November 21. No time was confirmed, so check the team schedule before you go.
The later sections cover shows, Santa photos, and practical notes for getting around, so this is a good place to pause and plan the rest of an evening out.
Practical notes
November 21 is the day to plan around in Abbotsford, with the Winter Jubilee running into the evening downtown. If Santa in the Country is on the same day, it runs in the daytime, so it can fit before the Jubilee, but confirm its date first, as noted above.
