• 91Ô­´´ Christmas Bureau: Registration is open for the holiday season. 91Ô­´´ families in need can receive gifts for children from birth to age 18. Donations accepted of new, unwrapped gifts as well as money. New location is 20245 Industrial Ave. Aldergrove office, 2900 272 St. (91Ô­´´ Meals on Wheels) is open Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to take registrations. Toys/gifts distributed at Industrial Avenue location. Info: langleychristmasbureau.com or 604-530-3001. 

• Toy drive: Infinite Expansion Foundation has collection boxes around the community until Dec. 15. New unwrapped toys and gifts for children accepted for foundation program to help underprivileged local families. Donations support Ishtar Women’s Resource Society and 91Ô­´´ Animal Protection Society. Info: Augustino: 604-262-2197. 

• Toy Drive: Zenterra Developments is accepting donations of new, unwrapped toys and gifts from Dec. 1 to 17 at three locations: 190 Willoughby Town Centre Dr., unit 33 7640 197 St., and unit 30 2411 160 St. between noon and 5 p.m. | Saturday to Thursday. Items will be donated to BC Children's Hospital and BC Women's Hospital.

• Toy Drive: Township of 91Ô­´´ Firefighters Charitable Society second annual toy drive runs Dec. 2 to 13. Drop off new, unwrapped toys or gifts for children at the larger Township firehalls between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.

• Holiday Lights in Williams Park: The free, drive-through event featuring more 150,000 lights and festive displays is open nightly 4 to 9 p.m. from Dec. 9 to 29 (closed Dec. 25 and 26) at Williams Park, 68 Avenue and 238 Street. Advance registration required at https://tinyurl.com/ymmjx49s (must set up Township account to register). Only one person is a vehicle needs to be registered. Monetary donations (no food) will be collected on behalf of the Aldergrove Food Bank. For donations, credit and debit will be accepted, no cash.

• Blue Christmas service: Candlelight ceremony for those mourning the loss of loved ones during the holidays is at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5, at the Murrayville Hall, 21667 48 Ave. Organized by Alternative Funeral Services. RSVP by Nov. 28 to 604-857-5779 or mail@myalternatives.ca.

• Choral Delight: 91Ô­´´ Senior Resources Society centre Friendly Singers Choir performs its fall repertoire and sings some holiday music in a free event on Friday, Dec. 6, starting at 11 a.m. at 20605 51B Ave. Everyone welcome. Call 604-530-3020 to reserve a seat.

• Magic of Christmas: 91Ô­´´ City free admission family celebration runs noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7, and has live entertainment, food trucks, ice sculpting demos, ball hockey, face painting, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, walk-through light tunnel, interactive games, letters to Santa, crafts, and an artisan market hosted by the 91Ô­´´ Arts Council from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Timms Community Centre.

• Santa Shuffle: Salvation Army fun run for all ages is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7, at Blacklock Elementary, 5100 206 St. Register in advance: https://shorturl.at/qUkso.

• Themes of Christmas: 91Ô­´´ Ukulele Ensemble Christmas concert is Saturday, Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. in the Chief Sepass Theatre, Fort 91Ô­´´.

• Christmas Market: Glenwood Elementary, 20785 24 Ave., has a market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7, with more than 50 vendors, human and pet photos with Santa, Mrs. Claus, the Grinch and possibly other characters, and Helm's Kitchen food truck. Admission by donation.

• Christmas Farmers Market: 91Ô­´´ Community Farmers Market special market is Dec. 7 from 3 to 7 p.m. at St. Andrew's Anglican Church, 20955 Old Yale Rd. Market offers foodie-focused handmade items for holiday dining.

• Bake Sale and Photos with Santa: Aldergrove Seniors Centre, 27247 Fraser Hwy., has an event Saturday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pick up baking. Book photos with Santa in advance by emailing ptubbs@shaw.ca or call Patti, 604-786-2267. $25 per family with partial proceeds to the seniors centre.

• Home for the Holidays: Peace Arch Chorus concert is at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7, in 91Ô­´´ Presbyterian Church, 20867 44 Ave. Special guests include Taxi! & Wild Applause. Admission is by donation. A capella singing, treats, raffles, and 50/50. 

• Holly Tea, Bake Sale & Bazaar: All are welcome at the event on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the United Churches of 91Ô­´´ – Murrayville, 21562 Old Yale Rd. Enjoy refreshments ($10) along with sales of home baking, preserves, crafts and handmade items, costume jewellery and "Cookies by Choice." Christian books and Christmas selections for children from Roots & Wings Book Co-operative available.

• Photos with Santa: People and pets (even horses) are able to have photos with Santa and his mini horses in a fully decorated set on Saturday, Dec. 7 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. at 3329 Bradner Rd. Book a time by emailing turnnburnfarm6789@shaw.ca. Drop-ins can stop by from 1 to 3 p.m. Minimum donation of $20. 100 per cent of proceeds go to Elizabeth's Wildlife.

• Alpacas & Artisans Holiday Market: On Dec. 7 and 8, 2024 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., Kensington Prairie Farm, 1736 248 St., has a market with more than 20 vendors, food and beverage trucks, family activities (face painting, Santa visits, and bunny cuddle centre), and alpaca encounters. Admission: $7.50 for a day pass or $14 for a weekend pass (families struggling financially can contact the farm at info@kpfarm.com about a ticket code for a special deal). Proceeds support the Quechua Benefit charity in Peru, providing medical care, food, clothing, and education to children in need.

• Artisan Market: 91Ô­´´ Arts Council market is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8, in the Timms Community Centre, 20399 Douglas Cres. 

• Copper lantern workshop: In-person and virtual options available for workshop where participants produce keepsake lantern. Virtual workshop is Dec. 1. In-person event is Dec. 7 at the Fort 91Ô­´´ National Historic Site. Fes: $51.75 (virtual workshop) or $73.50 (in-person workshop). Booking: https://shorturl.at/lxHaU.

• Holiday Harmonies: Lions Gate Chorus will be in 91Ô­´´ City on Saturdays, Dec. 7 and 14 from 2 to 4 p.m., as the singers roam the downtown core performing Christmas carols. They will be on Douglas Crescent and Fraser Highway between 204 and 206 Streets. Info: Downtown 91Ô­´´ Business Association, info@downtownlangley.com.

• First Christmas Experience: Christian Life Assembly, 21277 56 Ave., has a walk-through experience about the birth of Christ. Admission is free but people must book tickets through eventbrite.ca (event 1022981674727). Suitable for all ages. Runs Dec. 6 to 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Info: www.clachurch.com.

• Sithmas: Toy Traders, 19880 91Ô­´´ Bypass, has photos with Santa Vader from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8. Furry friends welcome as well. Photos by donation with funds going to the 91Ô­´´ Shriners Club.

• Christmas dinner and dance with Dal Richards: 91Ô­´´ Senior Resources Society centre, 20605 51B Ave., has a Christmas dinner dance on Wednesday, Dec. 11. Turkey dinner buffet available between 4:30 and 8 p.m., followed by performance. Tickets: $45 for members and $50 for non-members. Info: 604-530-3020.

• Toys for Tots: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints partnered with TransLink for a Toys for Tots event Wednesday, Dec. 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the 91Ô­´´ chapel, 20370 82 Ave. At 6:30 p.m., Sparky the Elf arrives in the Reindeer Bus to collect donations for Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau. Event is open to the public, and includes cookies, hot chocolate, music, lights, and pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

• Glow, the Enchanted Forest: On 23-acre site at 6690 216 St., there's the holiday train ride, craft corner, the Merry Makers Market, with more than 20 local vendors, live holiday performances, pictures with Santa, interactive play zones, and more between Nov. 21 and Dec. 28. Open evenings only. Tickets (including fees): $24 adults (13 and older), $18.50 for children (four to 12) and seniors (65 and older), and $69.50 for families. Discount code on website. Book at langley.glowgardens.com.

• Christmas in the Country: Thunderbird Show Park, 24550 272 St., has an indoor holiday market Thursday through Sunday from Dec. 5 to 29. In addition to vendors, there's kids crafts, face painting, pony rides, animals, beer garden, food trucks, light displays, live entertainment, Santa, holiday movies, letters to Santa, and more. Tickets: $23 for adult (13 and older), $20 for seniors (65 and older), $17 for ages six to 12, and free for younger children. Info: tbird.ca.

• Merry Martini Town: Film studio is decorated for the holidays and open to the public Dec. 4 to Jan. 5 with live entertainment, food and drink, vendors, and more. A portion of the proceeds from tickets sales donated to the 91Ô­´´ Food Bank Tickets (not including GST): $22 for 13 and older; $12 for children; $18 for seniors (65 and older); and $60 per family (two adults, two children). Must book specific dates and times online. Info: martinievents.ca.