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Get into the holiday spirit with hands-on crafting, festive markets, and family fun across Surrey! From beading ornaments and skating to caroling and cozy Victorian celebrations, there’s something for everyone this season.

November 5, 2024
Parks & Recreation
Arts & Culture

Family fun

Beaded Christmas Ornament

November 23 at 10am to 2pm at Totest Aleng: Indigenous Learning House

Join Métis artist Sheila Lowe to learn how to make your own beaded Christmas tree ornament. No beading experience necessary. This is a fun activity for those who like detailed, delicate work taught in a positive collaborative environment. $30/ person. For ages 16+. 
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Let It Snow!

December 3 at 7:30pm to 9:30pm at Surrey Arts Centre, Main Stage

Get into the holiday spirit with the Vancouver Welshmen's Choir!

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stɑl̓əw̓ Craft Fair

December 7 at 10am to 4pm at Museum of Surrey

Join us for a day filled with incredible vendors, showcasing unique handmade goods perfect for holiday gifting!

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Clayton Holiday Marketplace

December 7 at 10am to 3pm at Clayton Community Centre

Gather with your community and enjoy local artisans and food vendors. Live music, fun activities, and free-art making crafts will be available too!

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Christmas Drop-Ins

December 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22 from 12pm to 4:30pm at Historic Stewart Farm

Drop-in each weekend for a different themed event, each highlighting a classic element of the holidays. Enjoy homemade refreshments, take in the holiday décor and watch some holiday heritage demonstrations.

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Victorian Christmas Evening

December 7 at 4pm to 7pm at Historic Stewart Farm

Drop-in for a special evening of music, treats, crafts and live performances by the re-enactors. Make a lantern to take on a caroling walk in the park and snap a photo with Father Christmas.

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Breakfast with Santa

December 7 at 9:30am to 11am at Fleetwood Community Centre

December 14 at 9:30am to 11am at Cloverdale Recreation Centre, Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre and Newton Seniors Centre

Join your child in playing games and enjoying a variety of tasty breakfast foods with Santa! Price is $11 per person.

Registration may be full. If registration is full, we encourage you to join the waitlist. Please ensure you register each individual in your group.

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Solicitude: Music to Shine in Darkest Winter

December 13 at 8pm to 9pm at Surrey Arts Centre, Main Stage

Join the a cappella ensemble musica intima and Russell Wallace explore what the winter season means to Russell through his Indigenous musical traditions and perspectives. Rounding out the concert will be music that reflects the season from musica intima’s own and different cultural traditions.

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Evening Carol Sing

December 14 | 6pm to 7pm or 7pm to 8pm

Historic Stewart Farm

Sing your heart out during a festive evening of carols, treats and good company in the charmingly decorated Stewart Hall. Admission is $6.15 per session.

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Indigenous Christmas Market

December 14 at 12-4pm at Totest Aleng: Indigenous Learning House

Join us for a unique holiday shopping experience! Coordinated by our Artist in Residence Joan Williams of Semiahmoo First Nation, this market offers hand-crafted goods, including jewellery, natural soaps and lotions and art. Take part in activities and crafts while onsite. Do your holiday shopping while supporting a local Indigenous business!

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Spectral Holiday: An Evening of Christmas Ghost Stories

December 19 from 7pm to 9pm

Historic Stewart Farm

Experience a Victorian holiday tradition with Christmas ghost stories! Enjoy various holiday games in our festively decorated farmhouse. Appetizers and mulled wine included. Admission is $19.95 per session. 

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25th Annual Winter Ice Palace

December 14 to January 5

Cloverdale Arena

Experience a winter wonderland in a Surrey arena with festive lights, decorations and music. Holiday fun for the whole family! Admission is free with an Annual Recreation Pass.

Sign up opens 72 hours in advance.

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Lights & music

Surrey's Tree Lighting Festival & Holiday Market

November 23 & 24 at 12pm to 8pm

Surrey Civic Plaza

Come enjoy the best holiday festival with live music, choirs, food trucks, rides, family activities, dance battles, photos with Santa and much more! The tree will be lit on November 23 at 6:30pm. Free admission for all ages.

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Lafarge Lake Lights - Seniors Bus Trip

November 28 to December 11

Locations: Clayton Community Centre, Cloverdale Recreation Centre, Guildford Recreation Centre and Newton Recreation Centre

Hop on our bus to go to Coquitlam's Lafarge Lake and enjoy an evening of over 100,000 Christmas lights and festive displays!

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Seasonal favourites

Enjoy a seasonal skate

Lace up your skates and hit the ice! Skate and helmet rentals are available for a small fee. Make sure to refuel with a hot beverage and snack from the concession.

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Energize your body & mind

Try one of our many activities, such as pilates, tai chi, Zumba and meditation, to help maintain your energy levels throughout the winter.

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Escape the cold weather

Swap your snow gear for a swimsuit and enjoy the luxuries of a hot tub, sauna or steam room!

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