What’s Happening At
Winter Jubilee
Our free, and family-friendly, Winter Jubilee celebration returns on Saturday, November 21st from 3 pm to 8 pm in Historic Downtown Abbotsford! It is our 37th annual holiday festival and home to Abbotsford’s only tree lighting event! The celebration kicks off our JINGLE ALL THE WAY holiday season! Get ready to start your holiday shopping at the vendor market, grab warm food and drinks, and enjoy the live performances on stage! Cookie decorating, face painting, and pictures with Mr. and Mrs. Claus are just a few of the free activities!
For sponsorship opportunities & inquiries, please email events@downtownabbotsford.com
Elf Academy
Enroll in the Elf Academy to dive into top-secret elf training with festive crafts, games and activities, and a few surprises tucked under the tree!
From hat decorating to reindeer snack prep, each activity brings participants closer to earning their official elf name and certificate.
This course is 45 minutes and parents are welcome to join as we turn your littles into some holiday helpers.
Recommended ages 4 -10 years old. (Kids age 6 & under must have a parent stay with them during the training).
Stage Schedule
More updates to come closer to the event!
6:59pm – Countdown to the tree lighting!
7:00pm – Tree lighting
Event Highlights
• The centerpiece moment as the 60 ft tree lights up.
• Live stage entertainment with emcee and comedian, Cliff Prang.
• Santa’s March.
• Cozy family-friendly stations for cookie decorating, face painting, letters to Santa and reindeer games.
• Crafts at Santa’s Workshop
• Become a certified elf at the Elf Academy! (tickets required)
• Special appearances by the Grinch and Santa and Mrs. Claus, along with photos by donation with Mr. and Mrs. Claus.
• A holiday marketplace with artisan vendors and unique holiday gifts.
• Festive bites at the food truck line-up.
• Classic holiday drinks, such as hot chocolate and Jingle Juice in light-up cups.
• Visit our businesses to taste and shop your way around! More special events to explore!
