Need a break from all the hustle and bustle of the season? While there’s lots of Metro Vancouver illuminations lighting up the winter nights, you might want to make a visit to one of these out of town festive light displays into a quick getaway to revive the spirit of the holidays.
Christmas at Filberg
at The Filberg Heritage Lodge & Park, 61 Filberg Road, Comox: until December 31, 2025 until 9pm
Bundle up for an winter wander around the 9-acre farm and beachfront park with Christmas lights trimming the heritage home, outbuildings and fences creating a one-of-a-kind festive backdrop. Before the lights turn on, take in an afternoon Lodge Tour (by donation) every Thursday until December 18, learn the history about the property and people who built it. Find a unique gift of history with the Filberg Gift Shop opening Friday – Sunday from 11 am – 4 pm. Stay for more R&R at the acclaimed Kingfisher Pacific Resort & Spa where the Serenity Gardens is glowing with Winter Lights for a cozy coastal escape!
Admission: Free but donations welcome to support the care and maintenance of Filberg Park
Lights by the Lake
at Harrison Hot Springs, lakefront promenade Esplanade Ave, Harrison Hot Springs: until January 11, 2026 dusk to 11pm
The enchanting annual holiday display transform the Harrison 2km lakefront stroll into a magical world of lights, wintery window dressings highlighting the local sights. Extra special Festive Nights; December 6 & 20 5-8pm spot the elusive Sasquatch, take a photo with Santa while enjoying a hot chocolate and live entertainment.
Admission: Free
Light Up The Vines
at Summerland Waterfront Resort, 13011 Lakeshore Drive S, and Main Street downtown Summerland: Illuminations throughout the holiday with two Light Up The Vines weekends – November 28 & 29 December 5 & 6
Kick off Summerland Festival of Lights in downtown Summerland on November 28, and then Light Up The Vines as you explore Summerland’s Bottleneck Drive trail with twinkling lights, festive tastings, cozy firepits, and more holiday happenings. Illuminated until December 31st, Summerland Waterfront Resort & Spa’s Light Up The Vines package available November 29 and December 6 includes accommodation and door to door transportation to visit the glittering vineyards Controlled Entropy, Solvero Wines, Detonate Brewing, and Lunessence Winery.
Admission: Summerland Festival Of Lights kick off, Free
Summerland Waterfront Resort & Spa’s Light Up The Vines Package, $448 (double occupancy)
Lights of Wonder
at Centennial Square, 1 Centennial Square, Victoria (beside City Hall at Pandora & Douglas St) November 29 – December 31, 2025 all day
Downtown Victoria’s most Instagramable holiday light festival gets underway after the Victoria Santa Claus Parade, turning the heritage Centennial Square into a festive canopy of light, with live entertainment on stage Friday and Saturday nights, activities and crafts and rotating food trucks. Starting December 19, take a spin on the Ferris Wheel
Admission: Free
Christmas at District 1881
at downtown Chilliwack, 46128 Yale Road, Chilliwack: until mid-January 2026
Step back in history as you stroll the magical neighbourhood, with a twinkling 40-foot Christmas tree and dazzling holiday displays piquing your holiday spirit! Browse local retailers and on November 29, the District is the party hub pre & post the Christmas Parade. From November 30 to December 24 visit Santa’s Workshop in Sasquatch Alley.
Admission: Free to visit District 1881, photos with Santa Tuesdays-Thursdays by donation. Friday-Sunday $40.
The Magic of Christmas
at Butchart Gardens, 800 Benvenuto Ave, Brentwood Bay: December 1, 2025 – January 6, 2026, 3-9pm
The treasured holiday tradition transforms Butchart Gardens into a magical wonderland with hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights. Stroll the delightful the garden paths looking for the 12 Days of Christmas displays, take in the outdoor skating rink as the sounds of festive brass performances, and traditional carollers fill the night air. Enjoy a bite at the Dining Room Restaurant, the Blue Poppy Restaurant or the Coffee Shop. Extend your stay with a getaway not far away at Brentwood Bay Report
Admission: Timed Tickets $39.50 (Adults), $19.75 (Youth), $5.00 (Child)
Milner Christmas Magic
at Milner Gardens & Woodland, 2179 Island Highway W., Qualicum Beach: December 4th-7th, 11th-14th, and 18th-21st, 2025 5-8pm
Gather your family and friends to roam Milner Christmas Magic’s outdoor stroll through thousands of twinkling lights and festive window displays all around the 28 hectares of unspoiled natural beauty perched on the edge of an oceanside bluff overlooking the Strait of Georgia.
Easily make your visit into a weekend at one of Parksville Qualicum’s acclaimed hotels & resorts like the nearby Qualicum Beach Inn, Tigh-Na-Mara, Bayside Resort or Beach Club Resort
Admission: By suggested donation of $8/Adult, $4/Child, or $20/Household.