Walk the West Vancouver seawall in December and you’ll pass tree after tree, more than 150 of them, each decorated by a different family, school, business or local group. It’s called the Forest of Miracles, and together with four Saturdays of music it makes up the Dundarave Festival of Lights. The festival calls it the largest outdoor tree display in the region, and it doesn’t cost anything to see.
The 2026 festival runs from November 28, 2026 into early January 2027. Performers and exact times for 2026 haven’t been posted yet, so here’s the Saturday schedule as announced and how to plan a visit.
Looking for more free lights? See the free list in our Christmas lights in Vancouver roundup.
Dundarave Festival of Lights 2026: Quick Facts
| Dates | November 28, 2026 to early January 2027 |
| Where | The West Vancouver waterfront, from Grosvenor Ambleside Galleria to Dundarave Beach |
| The trees | More than 150 illuminated outdoor Christmas trees: the Forest of Miracles |
| Saturday concerts | November 28, December 5, December 12 and December 19, 2026, noon to dusk |
| Admission | Free |
| Best for | Families, couples and adults |
| Festival address | 150 25th Street, West Vancouver, BC |
| Official website | dundaravefestival.com |
The Forest of Miracles
More than 150 outdoor Christmas trees line the waterfront, each one lit and decorated by someone in the community. The trees go up on the last Saturday of November and stay until early January, and the festival says it raises money for local programs along the way.
It’s a good walk at dusk, when the trees light up against the water and the city lights come on across the water.
The 2026 Saturday Concerts
Four Saturdays in a row have concerts and activities from noon to dusk, each with its own theme:
- Saturday, November 28: Dundarave Christmas Fair
- Saturday, December 5: Nativity and Paddle Songs
- Saturday, December 12: World Christmas
- Saturday, December 19: Christmas Wassail & Bonfire
Performers and exact times for 2026 aren’t on the website yet. One thing to watch: in 2025 the Wassail & Bonfire day ran from 3:00 to 8:00 PM rather than noon to dusk, so check the times for December 19 before you go.
Where It Is
The trees stretch along the West Vancouver waterfront from Grosvenor Ambleside Galleria to Dundarave Beach. The festival’s address is 150 25th Street. The website doesn’t have parking or transit details, so check a trip planner and local parking signs.
Tips for Visiting
- Pick a Saturday for music and activities, or a weeknight for a quiet walk.
- Go around sunset to see the trees light up.
- Wear warm, waterproof layers. It can be windy on the water.
- Check the 2026 lineup on dundaravefestival.com closer to the date.
More on the North Shore
Dundarave pairs well with the other North Shore Christmas outings:
- Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, about 15 minutes away.
- The Peak of Christmas on Grouse Mountain.
- The free Shipyards Christmas Market in North Vancouver, with a rink and free Santa photos.
For more tree lightings across the region, see our Christmas tree lighting calendar, and for the full season, the Vancouver Christmas Guide 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Dundarave Festival of Lights in 2026?
From November 28, 2026 into early January 2027.
Which days are the concerts?
Saturdays, November 28 and December 5, 12 and 19, from noon to dusk. The Wassail & Bonfire ran later in 2025, so confirm that day’s times.
Is it free?
Yes.
How many trees are there?
More than 150, together called the Forest of Miracles.
Where is it?
On the West Vancouver waterfront, from Grosvenor Ambleside Galleria to Dundarave Beach.
Does it support a charity?
The festival says it raises money for local programs and initiatives, but doesn’t name specific beneficiaries.
Part of: Vancouver Christmas Guide 2026 › Christmas Lights in Vancouver 2026
