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West Coast Christmas Show and Artisan Marketplace
November 17, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - November 19, 2023 @ 4:00 pm PST
CAD11.00What’s new and exciting at the West Coast Christmas Show & Artisan Marketplace? Find out what’s happening at this year’s event.
Looking for unique gifts this coming holiday season? Look no further than the popular Annual West Coast Christmas Show & Artisan Marketplace taking place at Tradex in Abbotsford from November 17 – 19, 2023.
Entering its 16th year, Western Canada’s leading holiday season show brings together holiday gifts, fancy foods, personal services, decor ideas, festive life floral and culinary inspirations under one roof.
What to Buy?
The three day consumer event attracts over 19,000 holiday shoppers annually. Visitors can shop from vendors offering one-of-a-kind gift items made by artisans and specialty manufacturers. They range from fashion accessories (scarves, hats) to hand-made toys, ornaments, specialty food and more.
There are plenty of inspirations and ideas for home entertainment, decoration and gift giving. Enjoy family entertainment and get into the holiday spirit with live Christmas renditions provided by local bands, choirs. orchestras, and more.
Fun and Entertainment
An exciting schedule of activities awaits visitors to the show. Here is a shortlist:
- Community Art Stage: Watch local talents showcase their ballet skills. Participants include the Royal City Youth Ballet and Azesta Ballet.
- Sounds of the Holidays: Hear the sounds of the holidays with live performances by local musicians.
- Santa’s Workshop and Elf Area: Kids will delight taking home their own free wooden Christmas Tree ornament, write a letter to Santa and more. Of course, no visit to Santa’s workshop is complete without a selfie at the Gingerbread House on Candy Cane Lane or a picture with Santa.
- Ugly Sweater Contest: Show off your ugliest Christmas sweater and enter to win prizes while having fun and enjoying a good laugh.
- One of the show’s attractions is the Festival of Trees. Visitors can enjoy sparkling Christmas trees and holiday displays decorated by charitable organizations. Pick up your favourite Christmas Garden display at 99 Nurseries.
The West Coast Christmas Show, a merry venue to kick-start your Christmas shopping and get festive with the holiday season.
Ticket Prices (2022)
Ticket price ranges between $11.00 to $13.00 CAD depending on age. Free entry for children 12 and younger. Specials include