Bear Creek Lights 2025 – Surrey, BC
A Magical Nature Walk Illuminated by Winter Lights
Dates: November 7 – 21, 2025 (Closed November 11 for Remembrance Day)
Location: Bear Creek Park, 13750 88 Ave, Surrey, BC
Admission: Free (Timed-entry tickets required)
Website & Tickets: https://www.surrey.ca/parks-recreation/parks/park-programs/bear-creek-lights
Experience the wonder of nature illuminated at night during the 13th annual Bear Creek Lights in Surrey’s Bear Creek Park. This family-friendly outdoor experience transforms the park’s 1-kilometre garden walking loop into a glowing forest filled with colours, patterns, and gentle winter ambience. Enjoy a peaceful evening stroll, festive lighting, music, and interactive programming—all surrounded by nature.
What to Expect
Bear Creek Lights is designed as an accessible, peaceful, and family-friendly seasonal attraction. Unlike high-energy holiday festivals, this event focuses on nature, light, and calm atmosphere.
Highlights:
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One-kilometre illuminated garden trail
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Gentle nature-inspired light displays (no loud music or strobe effects)
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Accessible, paved pathways suitable for wheelchairs and strollers
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Family-friendly schedule and flexible time-on-site
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Food truck refreshments available onsite
Event Schedule
| Days | Hours |
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| Friday & Saturday | 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday to Thursday | 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM |
Closed November 11 for Remembrance Day.
Ticket Information
Admission is free, but advance timed-entry tickets are required.
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Tickets available in 30-minute arrival windows
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Each booking can reserve up to 6 tickets
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Guests may stay longer than their selected time slot
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If plans change, return or cancel tickets via your confirmation email
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Walk-up entry is possible only if space allows
Getting There
By Car:
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Main parking lot off 88 Avenue (east of King George Blvd)
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Additional parking off 140 Street
By Transit:
From Surrey Central Station, take:
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R1 or 321 (King George Blvd)
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325 or 326 (140 Street)
By Bike:
Bike parking available near the stadium entrance.
Accessibility
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Trail is paved, flat, and stroller/wheelchair friendly
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Accessible washrooms available at the Bear Creek Stadium
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Multiple entry points for convenient check-in
Food Trucks (Nightly)
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Little oOties
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Chai Wagon
Weekends Only:
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Mr. Tube Steak
Special Programming
Nature at Night Walks
Wednesdays & Thursdays | 5:30 PM & 7:00 PM
Learn about plants, wildlife, and night habitats with guided interpretive walks.
Salmon at Night Walks
Wednesdays & Thursdays | 4:30 PM & 6:00 PM
Learn about the salmon of King Creek with SHaRP educators.
Live Music
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Local musicians perform among the illuminated forest pathways.
Storytime with Surrey Libraries
November 17 & 18 | 5:00 PM, 5:40 PM, 6:20 PM & 7:00 PM
Stories and songs for families, plus on-site library card registration.
Plan Your Evening
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Dress warmly for cool November evenings
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Arrive at the start of your ticketed time window
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Photography is welcome, but be mindful of others on the trail
