Winter Jubilee 2025 in Historic Downtown Abbotsford
November 22, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Downtown Abbotsford (around Montrose Ave & Essendene Ave)
Admission: Free & Family-Friendly
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season at Winter Jubilee 2025, Abbotsford’s beloved annual Christmas festival and the city’s official tree lighting celebration. Now in its 36th year, Winter Jubilee transforms Historic Downtown Abbotsford into a festive wonderland filled with sparkling lights, live entertainment, holiday shopping, delicious food, and seasonal activities for all ages.
This signature community event marks the kickoff to the Jingle All the Way Holiday Season and brings together families, neighbours, and visitors to create warm and memorable holiday moments.
🎄 Event Highlights
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60-Foot Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at 7:00 PM
Gather at the main stage for the countdown and watch the tree burst into holiday glow. -
Live Entertainment & Performances All Afternoon
Dance groups, choirs, children’s performers, and a festive marching band. -
Holiday Vendor Market
Pick up gifts, décor, handmade goods, and seasonal treats from local artisans. -
Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus (by donation)
Capture a magical holiday memory — perfect for family keepsakes. -
Cookie Decorating, Face Painting & Letters to Santa
Hands-on fun for kids and the young at heart. -
Elf Academy (ticketed activity)
A 45-minute holiday workshop where children earn their official Elf Certificate. -
Food Truck Street Eats + Seasonal Drinks
Enjoy mini donuts, BBQ, poutine, tacos, corndogs, and hot cocoa in festive light-up cups.
🎅 Stage Performance Schedule (2025)
| Time | Performance |
|---|---|
| 3:30 PM | Welcome & Opening |
| 3:35 PM | Jam Dance |
| 4:00 PM | The Goddess Movement |
| 4:30 PM | Silver Diamond Country Dancers |
| 5:15 PM | Abby All-Stars |
| 6:00 PM | MEI Choir |
| 6:45 PM | Santa March + MEI Screaming Eagles Marching Band |
| 6:59 PM | Tree Lighting Countdown |
| 7:00 PM | Holiday Sing-Along with Ryan McAllister & Band |
Plus: Special appearances by The Grinch, Santa & Mrs. Claus, and costumed holiday characters throughout the event.
🎁 Elf Academy (Ages 2–10)
Kids can train to become real holiday helpers!
Includes:
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Festive crafts
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Reindeer snack prep
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Holiday hat decorating
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Official Elf Name & Certificate
🎟 Pre-registration recommended (onsite spots not guaranteed).
🍽 Food Truck Lineup (Sample 2025 Vendors)
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Truckin’ BBQ
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Big Red’s Poutine
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Tacosaurus
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Beavertails
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Little oOties Mini Donuts
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Corndog King
Plus: Seasonal hot chocolate & Jingle Juice in light-up souvenir cups.
🚍 Getting There (Transit Friendly!)
The new Montrose Avenue Transit Exchange is now open.
| Departure Location | Bus Routes |
|---|---|
| Highstreet Mall | #2 |
| McCallum Park & Ride | #1 |
| Seven Oaks Mall | #2 |
| Mission City Station | #31 or #31A |
| Chilliwack | #66 & #1 |
Parking downtown is limited — transit or carpool recommended.
📌 Location Map
Historic Downtown Abbotsford — Montrose Ave & Essendene Ave
https://downtownabbotsford.ca/events-landing/winter-jubilee/
🎄 Why You’ll Love It
Winter Jubilee is cozy, nostalgic, charming, and very Abbotsford — a joyful blend of small-town warmth and big-holiday magic. Perfect for:
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Families
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Couples
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Holiday shopping lovers
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And anyone who loves a good Christmas tree lighting moment ❤️
🔗 Official Website
https://downtownabbotsford.ca/events-landing/winter-jubilee/
