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NOVEMBER 21 TO DECEMBER 31, 2024
Experience Winter in the Village this holiday season! Explore Richmond’s charming waterfront village, the perfect winter wonderland destination for locals and visitors. From decorated historic sites to special events – there’s a full menu of free and low-cost family-friendly activities.
There are many events happening in the village over the holidays, here is a continuously updated list of what’s happening:
Event Calendar
| Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, November 21 | 6pm-9pm | Steveston Girls Night Out Steveston Village Steveston women come out to Christmas shop and socialize with their friends. Retailers offer special deals on this night. Presented by Steveston Merchants Association ExploreSteveston.com |
| Saturday, November 23 | 10am-4pm | Steveston Christmas Craft Fair Steveston Community Centre – Net Shed (4111 Moncton Street) You are invited to the 2024 Steveston Christmas Craft Fair! With over 100 vendors, you’ll have your holiday shopping done in no time. Admission by donation (Cash only) Presented by Steveston Community Centre StevestonCommunitySociety.com |
| Sunday, December 1 | ||
| Sunday, December 1 | 12pm-4pm | Horse and Carriage Rides First come, first serve. Horse and carriage rides from 12-4pm by donation to Richmond Christmas Fund (suggested $10 pp). Load on Bayview Street at kiosk near No. 1 Rd. Presented by Steveston Merchants Association ExploreSteveston.com |
| Sunday, December 1 | 11:45am-12pm; 12pm-1:30pm | Christmas Classic Car Cruise and Car Display Steveston Hotel (12111 Third Ave.) The cruise will run from 11:45-12:00pm, starting and ending at Steveston Hotel. Cars display in parking lot until 1:30pm. Bring a toy or donation for the Richmond Christmas Fund. ExploreSteveston.com |
| Sunday, December 1 | 4:00pm | Holiday Tree Lighting Steveston Tram (4011 Moncton St.) Christmas Tree Lighting at 4:45 pm by Mayor Brodie. Gather in front of the Steveston Tram Museum after 4 pm for entertainment before lighting the big tree! Presented by Steveston Merchants Association, Tourism Richmond, Steveston Tram |
| Saturday, December 7 | ||
| Saturday, December 7 | 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm | Jingle Bell High Tea at London Farm London Farm (6511 Dyke Road) Join us for festive high tea at the historic London Farmhouse! Tickets: $34.99 per person, $32.99 per senior (65+). Seating is limited—email tearoommanager@londonfarm.ca to request a booking. Presented by London Farm StevestonHeritageSites.ca |
| Saturday, December 7 | 11am-4pm | Holiday Craft at Murakami House Britannia Shipyards NHS – Murakami House (5180 Westwater Drive) Make your own holiday origami craft for free at the Murakami House every Saturday from December 7-21. Create your own festive holiday decorations — choose from an adorable origami Santa or a classic paper chain garland. Presented by Britannia Shipyards NHS StevestonHeritageSites.ca |
| Saturday, December 7 | 3:30pm-6:30pm | Songs in the Snow Town Square Park – beside Steveston Museum and Post Office (3811 Moncton Street) An annual, free, family-friendly event featuring holiday-themed performances outdoors at Town Square Park, next to the Steveston Museum and Post Office. Admission by donation. Presented by Steveston Historical Society and Richmond Arts Coalition HistoricSteveston.ca |
| Saturday, December 7 | 2:00pm; 2:40pm; 3:20pm | “The Polar Express” Story Time Steveston Tram (4011 Moncton Street) Experience “The Polar Express” read to children and parents aboard Tram Car 1220, presented by the Richmond Public Library. Enjoy a holiday-themed scavenger hunt with holiday items throughout the Tram building, from Tues-Sunday, 10am -4pm. Presented by Steveston Tram, Richmond Public Library |
| Sunday, December 8 | ||
| Sunday, December 8 | 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm | Jingle Bell High Tea at London Farm London Farm (6511 Dyke Road) Join us for festive high tea at the historic London Farmhouse! Tickets: $34.99 per person, $32.99 per senior (65+). Seating is limited—email tearoommanager@londonfarm.ca to request a booking. Presented by London Farm StevestonHeritageSites.ca |
| Sunday, December 8 | 1pm | Santa’s Arrival by Boat Watch Santa arrive at 1pm at Fisherman’s Wharf. Following his arrival he will be making his way to the Gulf of Georgia Cannery for photos from 2pm! Presented by Steveston Merchants Association |
| Sunday, December 8 | 10am-5pm | Free Entry at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery NHS Gulf of Georgia Cannery NHS (12138 Fourth Ave.) Bring your family and explore the National Historic Site Presented by the Gulf of Georgia Cannery NHS GulfofGeorgiaCannery.org |
| Sunday, December 8 | 12pm-4pm | Horse and Carriage Rides First come, first serve. Horse carriage rides from 12-4pm by donation to Richmond Christmas Fund (suggested $10 pp). Load on Bayview Street at kiosk near No. 1 Rd. Presented by Steveston Merchants Association ExploreSteveston.com |
| Sunday, December 8 | 2pm-4pm | Photos with Santa at the Cannery Gulf of Georgia Cannery NHS (12138 Fourth Ave.) Take your photo with Santa in his festive display inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery NHS. First come, first serve. Bring your camera or phone to take your photos. Presented by Gulf of Georgia Cannery NHS, Steveston Merchants Association GulfofGeorgiaCannery.org |
| Saturday, December 14 | ||
| Saturday, December 14 | 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm | Jingle Bell High Tea at London Farm London Farm (6511 Dyke Road) Join us for festive high tea at the historic London Farmhouse! Tickets: $34.99 per person, $32.99 per senior (65+). Seating is limited—email tearoommanager@londonfarm.ca to request a booking. Presented by London Farm StevestonHeritageSites.ca |
| Saturday, December 14 | 11am-4pm | Holiday Craft at Murakami House Britannia Shipyards NHS – Murakami House (5180 Westwater Drive) Make your own holiday origami craft for free at the Murakami House every Saturday from December 7-21. Create your own festive holiday decorations — choose from an adorable origami Santa or a classic paper chain garland. Presented by Britannia Shipyards NHS StevestonHeritageSites.ca |
| Saturday, December 14 | 3:30pm-6:30pm | Songs in the Snow Town Square Park – beside Steveston Museum and Post Office (3811 Moncton Street) An annual, free, family-friendly event featuring holiday-themed performances outdoors at Town Square Park, next to the Steveston Museum and Post Office. Admission by donation. Presented by Steveston Historical Society and Richmond Arts Coalition |
| Sunday, December 15 | ||
| Sunday, December 15 | 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm | Jingle Bell High Tea at London Farm London Farm (6511 Dyke Road) Join us for festive high tea at the historic London Farmhouse! Tickets: $34.99 per person, $32.99 per senior (65+). Seating is limited—email tearoommanager@londonfarm.ca to request a booking. Presented by London Farm StevestonHeritageSites.ca |
| Sunday, December 15 | 2:00pm; 2:40pm; 3:20pm | “The Polar Express” Story Time Steveston Tram (4011 Moncton Street) Experience “The Polar Express” read to children and parents aboard Tram Car 1220, presented by the Richmond Public Library. Enjoy a holiday-themed scavenger hunt with holiday items throughout the Tram building, from Tues-Sunday, 10am -4pm. Presented by Steveston Tram, Richmond Public Library StevestonHeritage.ca |
| Sunday, December 15 | 11am | Holiday Dog Parade Dress up your dog and parade along Imperial Landing. Start at Phoenix Pond Bridge, end at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery NHS. Presented by Steveston Merchants Association, Gulf of Georgia Cannery NHS, Pathfinders Pet Care & Dog Ranch, Bosley’s, Farmina, Tourism Richmond ExploreSteveston.com |
| Sunday, December 15 | 11:30am-1pm | Dog Photos with Santa Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site (12138 Fourth Ave.) Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be available for photos with your pet outside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery. Photos will be posted on Facebook.com/StevestonMerchants ***First come, first serve. Presented by Steveston Merchants Association, Gulf of Georgia Cannery NHS, Pathfinders Pet Care & Dog Ranch, Bosley’s, Farmina, Tourism Richmond ExploreSteveston.com |
| Sunday, December 15 | 12pm-4pm | Winter Celebration at Steveston Community Centre Steveston Community Centre (4111 Moncton Street) Join us for a Winter Celebration at Steveston Community Centre this holiday season! Bring your family and friends for an afternoon filled with festival activities and holiday cheer. Enjoy various holiday crafts, games, entertainment, refreshments, and a photo booth! Presented by Steveston Community Centre |
| Saturday, December 21 | ||
| Saturday, December 21 | 11am-4pm | Holiday Craft at Murakami House Britannia Shipyards NHS – Murakami House (5180 Westwater Drive) Make your own holiday origami craft for free at the Murakami House every Saturday from December 7-21. Create your own festive holiday decorations — choose from an adorable origami Santa or a classic paper chain garland. Presented by Britannia Shipyards NHS StevestonHeritageSites.ca |
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