It’s December tomorrow, can you believe it?! The best month of the year brings ample excuses for baking, shopping, and time spent with friends and family. If you’re looking for something new this year, try checking out one of the amazing events in your local community.

36th Annual Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair

December 2, 3, 4
618 Poirier Street (Poirier Forum)
Admission: $3 general 
Over 100 local artisans are expected at this year’s craft fair, ranging from handmade Christmas decor, pottery jewelry and unique gift ideas. Enjoy food trucks, musical entertainment on Friday as well as a kids craft area on Saturday.

Learn more here.

Lights at Lafarge – Lafarge Lake, Town Centre, Coquitlam

November 26 – January 22
Town Centre Park (Guildford Way & Pinetree Way)
Admission: Free 
More than 100,000 twinkling lights will illuminate Lafarge Lake this holiday season in a magical outdoor display that’s sure to delight visitors of all ages. Coquitlam’s Lights at Lafarge Winter Lights Display is one of the largest free outdoor light events in the Lower Mainland, and this season’s spectacle will be even bigger and brighter than ever before.

For ongoing events, click here.

Magic of Christmas Parade – Langley

December 3
6:00pm
Fraser Highway – parade starts at 56th Avenue and travels eastbound to 207th Street
The parade features over 50 entries consisting of festive floats, live music, decorated vehicles, dance troupes, and Santa.

Learn more here.

Pancake Breakfast With Santa – Langley

December 11
9:30am – 11:30am
Krause Berry Farms- 6179 248th Street, Langley
Admission: By donation towards Breast Cancer Research

The annual pancake breakfast with Santa fundraiser for Breast Cancer Research in Memory of Liz Krause. This event includes facepainting, a lego master builder & Santa himself even stops in for the kids to have a visit with.

Learn more here.