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Winter Jubilee is Historic Downtown Abbotsford's annual kick-off to the holiday season, organized by the Abbotsford Downtown Business Association with volunteers and community groups. Montrose Avenue fills with a vendor market, food and warm-drink stands, and live performances on stage, while kids enjoy free activities such as cookie decorating, face painting and photos with Santa. The highlight comes after dark with the lighting of the downtown holiday tree, which draws a big crowd. Many downtown shops and restaurants stay open late, so it is a good chance to start your gift list and grab dinner nearby. Dress warmly, bring cash for vendors, and consider arriving early since street parking fills fast. Winter Jubilee returns each year on a Saturday in late November. Check the downtown association's channels for the schedule.
Winter Jubilee in Abbotsford: dates and details
- When: Saturday, November 21, 2026, 3 to 7:30 pm; countdown at 6:59 pm and tree lighting at 7 pm
- Where: Historic Downtown Abbotsford, Montrose Ave at Essendene Ave, Abbotsford, BC
- Cost: Free
- Official site: tourismabbotsford.ca
Dates, hours and prices can change, so check the official site before you go. For more festive outings, see our Christmas events in Vancouver guide and the list of Christmas tree lightings.
