Christmas in Pitt Meadows is the City of Pitt Meadows’ free community celebration, and one of the last tree lightings of the season in Metro Vancouver. It fills šxʷhék̓ʷnəs (Spirit Square) and the Pitt Meadows Family Recreation Centre with live music, an artisan market, holiday train rides and the lighting of the City’s tree.
The 2026 celebration is on Friday, December 4, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, with the tree lighting from 6:00 to 6:15 PM. Here’s the schedule and how to plan your visit. For every other ceremony in the region, see our Christmas tree lighting calendar.
Christmas in Pitt Meadows 2026: Quick Facts
| Date | Friday, December 4, 2026 |
| Hours | 4:00 to 8:00 PM |
| Tree lighting | 6:00 to 6:15 PM in šxʷhék̓ʷnəs (Spirit Square) |
| Outdoor location | šxʷhék̓ʷnəs (Spirit Square), 11985 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows |
| Indoor location | Pitt Meadows Family Recreation Centre, 12027 Harris Road |
| Admission | Free |
| Organizer | City of Pitt Meadows |
The Stage Schedule
- 4:00 to 4:30 PM: Showstoppers Academy
- 4:45 to 5:15 PM: a string cello ensemble
- 5:30 to 6:00 PM: Beauty Shop Dolls
- 6:00 to 6:15 PM: the tree lighting
- 6:30 to 6:50 PM: PMSS Concert Choir
- 7:00 to 7:30 PM: Group Asi Somos
What’s On
- In Spirit Square: the stage, the tree lighting, holiday train rides and food vendors.
- At the Recreation Centre: games, crafts, cookie decorating, photos with Santa and letters to Santa in the gymnasium, and the artisan market in the lobby.
- A tree decorating contest.
Parking and Road Closures
The road connecting City Hall to the Recreation Centre is closed from 3:00 to 9:00 PM. Parking is limited to the Recreation Centre’s underground lot and the Pitt Meadows Elementary lot, so walk, carpool or come early if you can.
Tips for Visiting
- Be in Spirit Square by 6:00 PM for the lighting.
- Do the indoor activities early: Santa photos and crafts are in the gym.
- Stay for the PMSS Concert Choir right after the lighting.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Christmas in Pitt Meadows in 2026?
Friday, December 4, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM.
What time is the tree lighting?
6:00 to 6:15 PM in šxʷhék̓ʷnəs (Spirit Square).
Is it free?
Yes. The City describes it as a free community celebration.
Where do I park?
In the Recreation Centre’s underground lot or the Pitt Meadows Elementary lot. The road between City Hall and the Recreation Centre is closed from 3:00 to 9:00 PM.
Part of: Vancouver Christmas Guide 2026 › Christmas Tree Lighting Events 2026
