Delta doesn’t have one big ticketed Christmas festival in 2026, and that’s worth knowing before you plan. What it does have is a set of free community events, with tree lightings in Ladner and North Delta, a long running light display in Tsawwassen, and a Rotary light event in December. If you want a low cost, local night out, Delta works well. If you want a big ticketed display, you’ll need to head to a nearby city, and the options are listed at the end.

Ladner Village Tree Lighting and Holiday Market

The Ladner Village Tree Lighting and Holiday Market is at Delta St and 48th Ave, in Ladner Village. It’s on Thu Nov 26, 2026, from 5pm to 8pm.

It’s free. The evening includes Santa photos, an artisan market, hot chocolate, music, games, crafts, and cookie decorating. It’s a good fit for families with young kids, because there’s plenty to do in a short evening.

Find the official City details here: https://www.delta.ca/community-culture/happening-delta/city-events/christmas-tree-lightings

North Delta Tree Lighting and Holiday Market

The North Delta Tree Lighting and Holiday Market is at the North Delta Recreation Centre. It’s on Sat Nov 28, 2026, from 5pm to 8pm.

It’s free. The evening includes Jingle Bell Bites, a public skate, a $5 holiday film, Santa photos, and an artisan market. The $5 film is the one paid item listed for this event, so bring a little cash or a card if you plan to see it.

Find the official City details here: https://www.delta.ca/community-culture/happening-delta/city-events/christmas-tree-lightings

Tsawwassen Springs Festival of Lights

The Tsawwassen Springs Festival of Lights is in its 8th year in 2026. It’s at Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course, 5133 Springs Blvd, Tsawwassen.

The tree lighting ceremony is Fri Nov 27, 2026, at 6pm. The display runs Nov 27, 2026, to Jan 3, 2027. It’s free to view.

Please note that nightly viewing hours were not published. Confirm before you go, and check the official page for the latest details before you plan an evening visit.

Find details here: https://www.tsawwassensprings.ca/festival-of-lights-2/

Gift of Light, Diefenbaker Park

Gift of Light is at Diefenbaker Park in Tsawwassen. It’s on Dec 6, 2026, and details are to follow. It’s free.

Hours were not posted, so no hours are listed here. Confirm before you go, and check the source page for updates as Dec 6 gets closer.

Find details here: https://rotarytsawwassen.org/events/

Nearby ticketed displays, not in Delta

If you want a bigger ticketed display, the nearest options are Glow Langley and Bear Creek Lights in Surrey. They’re labelled here as nearby, not in Delta.

Glow Langley is the big ticketed display in Langley, running Nov 19, 2026, to Jan 2, 2027. Bear Creek Lights is in Surrey, and it runs Nov 6 to Nov 20, 2026, so it’s an early season option only. Check the Langley and Surrey posts for dates, hours, prices, and booking details before you travel.

Practical notes

The Ladner and North Delta tree lightings are both evening events, from 5pm to 8pm, so arrive early if you want Santa photos or time at the market. Dress warmly, wear shoes you can walk in, and expect a community crowd, especially on Sat Nov 28 in North Delta.

For Tsawwassen Springs, the tree lighting ceremony is at 6pm on Fri Nov 27, 2026. If you’re visiting on another night, check the official page first, because nightly viewing hours were not published. For Gift of Light on Dec 6, check the Rotary page before you go, because details were still to follow.

FAQ

Is there a big ticketed Christmas festival in Delta? No. Delta’s 2026 events listed here are free community events. The nearest big ticketed displays are Glow Langley and Bear Creek Lights in Surrey.

Are the Ladner and North Delta tree lightings free? Yes, both are free. North Delta also lists a $5 holiday film.

When does the Tsawwassen Springs display run? The tree lighting ceremony is Fri Nov 27, 2026, at 6pm, and the display runs Nov 27, 2026, to Jan 3, 2027. Nightly viewing hours were not published, so confirm before you go.