Fraser Valley

The Fraser Valley is the region outside Metro Vancouver from Mission and Abbotsford to Hope including Cultus Lake, Harrison Hot Springs and Langley.

The area also includes Chilliwack, Fort Langley and other rural communities.

Vancouver’s Fraser Valley Region

Below are highlights of events and places of interest in the Fraser Valley region.

Fraser Valley Events

There are lots of great events that take place in the Fraser Valley. Some of the best festivals, events and markets are listed below.

Early Winter Events in the Fraser Valley

Taste of the Valley – an event where you can sample food and drinks and buy artisan products at Chilliwack Heritage Park in late winter.
Earlybird RV Show – a recreational vehicle trade show at the Tradex Centre (usually in February).
Fort Langley Half Marathon – 1 km, 5 km, 10 km and 21 km running races in Fort Langley in February.
Western Golf Expo – a golf trade show in late winter some years at the Tradex Centre in Abbotsford.
Pet Lover Show – a pet-themed trade show at Abbotsford Tradex that takes place in February (although it hasn’t happened for a number of years).

Spring Events in the Fraser Valley

Below is a list of flower and farm-themed events as well as a list of various other events that happen in the Fraser Valley in spring.

Flower and Farm-Related Events in the Fraser Valley in Spring

Abbotsford Tulip Festival – a large flower festival at Lakeland Flower in Abbotsford.
Botanica Tulip Festival – a new flower festival in Chilliwack which is located where the Chilliwack Tulip Festival used to take place up until it moved to Agassiz and became the Harrison Tulip Festival.
Chilliwack Plowing Match – tractor competitions, live music, and family-friendly activities at Greendale Acres.
Chilliwack Tulip Festival – a large tulip festival in Chilliwack each year in or around April. (Note: As of 2024 this event has a new location and a new name. It’s now called the Harrison Tulip Festival and its new location is in the Agassiz-Harrison Hot Springs area. The Botanica Tulip Festival is now at the Chilliwack Tulip Festival’s former venue.
Harrison Tulip Festival – the new name for the flower festival that used to take place in Chilliwack but now happens in Agassiz (as of 2024).
Sweet Spring – family-friendly activities and flowers to enjoy at Greendale Acres Farm in Chilliwack.

Other Events in the Fraser Valley in Spring

Bunnies & Booze – an adults-only Easter event at Maan Farms in the spring.
Brookswood Community Car Show – a car show that’s also a fundraising event for a school in Langley in May.
Easterfest and Adult Egg Hunts – Easter-themed events happen at Taves Farm on the Easter holiday weekend (and usually on the weekend before too).
Greendale Acres Easter Egg Hunt – an Easter-themed event at Greendale Acres Farm in Chilliwack.
Maan Farms Easter Egg Hunts – family-friendly Easter events happen at Maan Farms on the Easter long weekend. The farm also hosts adults-only Easter events.
Petey’s Easter Eggstravaganza – an Easter train, egg hunt and other activities at Fantasy Farms in Chilliwack.
A Night of Illumination – an Easter-themed event for adults at Fantasy Farms in the spring.
Westcoast Wellness Show – a health and wellness-themed event in Langley. (It took place in 2023. Whether it does again, however, is to be confirmed.)

Summer Events in the Fraser Valley

The following are lists of summer events that take place in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Langley, Mission and the Harrison Hots Springs regions.

Summer Events in Abbotsford

Abbotsford Agrifair – an agricultural fair that includes a midway, amusement rides and lots of animals at Exhibition Park in early August.
The Abbotsford Airshow – one of Canada’s largest airshows in August.
Symphony in the Park – a free concert at Mill Lake Park in Abbotsford in the summer.
Abbotsford Summer Flower Festival – fields of flowers to check out at Lakeland Flowers from July to September.
Canada Day in Abbotsford – family-friendly activities happen at Abbotsford Exhibition Park on July 1st. There is also a parade.

Summer Events in Chilliwack

Fraser Valley Classic Car Show – a car show that raises money for Chilliwack General Hospital in June.
The Chilliwack Corn Festival – a family-friendly event at Greendale Acres (which is also home to the Chilliwack Corn Maze).
Chilliwack Flight Fest – a small (but free) airshow at the Chilliwack Airport in August.
Chilliwack Party in the Park – a food truck-themed community event hosted by the Greater Vancouver Food Truck Festival at Central Community Park in the spring.
The Chilliwack Pride Festival – a 2SLGBTQIA+ event in downtown Chilliwack in July.
Chilliwack Corn Maze – a popular attraction at Greendale Acres Farm.
The Chilliwack Mural Fest – murals, tours and other activities in downtown Chilliwack in August.
Chilliwack Ribfest – a community event with food trucks, barbecued rib vendors, live entertainment and family-friendly activities at Vedder Park.
Chilliwack Sunflower Festival – fields of flowers at a farm in Chilliwack. (Note: As of 2023 this event is now called the Harrison Sunflower Festival and takes place near Harrison Hot Springs.)
Canada Day – family-friendly events take place at Townsend Park on July 1st.
Chilliwack Garlic Festival – artisan vendors, live music and other family-friendly activities at Fantasy Farms in September.

Summer Events in Langley

Aldergrove Fair Days – an annual community festival in July with food trucks, competitions, live entertainment and other family-friendly activities.
Brigade Days at Fort Langley – special activities happen at the Fort Langley National Historic Site on the BC Day Long Weekend.
Fort Langley Jazz Festival – a music and arts festival in Fort Langley in July.
Ribfest Langley – an event hosted by Langley Rotary Clubs with barbecued rib vendors, live entertainment and family-friendly activities at McLeod Athletic Park in July.
Canada Day Events – family-friendly events take place on July 1st in Aldergrove, Fort Langley and the Township of Langley (at McLeod Athletic Park and Willoughby Community Park). They also take place in the City of Langley some years (but not every year).

Summer Events in Mission

The Mission Folk Music Festival – a music festival at Fraser River Heritage Park in Mission in July.
Mission Ribfest – one weekend of live entertainment, rib vendors, food trucks and more at Fraser River Heritage Park in August. (It happened in 2024, but might not take place again in the future.)
Mission Twilight Concerts – free live entertainment at Mission’s Fraser River Heritage Park on Friday evenings.
Canada day in Mission – family-friendly activities take place at Fraser River Heritage Park on July 1st.

Summer Events in Harrison Hot Springs

Sasquatch Days – First Nations’ canoe races and cultural activities at Harrison Hot Springs in June.
Harrison Sunflower Festival – a new flower festival in Agassiz which isn’t far from Harrison Hot Springs. (Note: It used to be the Chilliwack Sunflower Festival until it moved to a new farm in Agassiz. It happened in 2023, but not in 2024 or 2025. Whether it does again in the future is to be determined.)

Autumn Events in the Fraser Valley

Below are three lists of events that take place in the fall in the Fraser Valley. The first is a list of pumpkin patch, corn maze and Halloween-themed events. The second is a list of food and agricultural events. The third is a list of various events that happen in the region in autumn.

Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze and Halloween Events in the Fraser Valley

Eagle Acres Pumpkin Patch – a farm with pumpkins, farm animals and family-friendly activities in Fort Langley.
Harrison Pumpkin Festival – an all-you-can-carry pumpkin patch event at Onos Farms in Agassiz.
Maan Farms Pumpkin Patch – a field of pumpkins, a corn maze and children’s play structures in Abbotsford.
Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – a field of pumpkins, a corn maze, train and family-friendly activities at Fantasy Farms in Chilliwack.
Chilliwack Corn Maze – a family-friendly attraction at Greendale Acres in Chilliwack.
Terror at Tanglebank – a Halloween attraction at Tanglebank Estate in Abbotsford.
Maan Farm’s Haunted Mazes – ultra-frightening haunted house-style corn mazes at Maan Farms in Abbotsford.
Reaper’s Maze of Terror – a super-scary Halloween attraction at Fantasy Farms in Chilliwack.
Grave Tales in Fort Langley – Halloween-themed walking tours around the Village of Fort Langley in October.

Food and Agriculture-themed Events in Autumn in the Fraser Valley

Abbotsford Summer Flower Festival – fields of flowers to check out at Lakeland Flowers in Abbotsford (some years, but not all).
Agassiz Fall Fair and Corn Festival – a small community fair with a midway, live music and agricultural activities in August or September.
Taste of Abby – a food festival in September celebrating the harvest season and local foods.

Other Fall Events in the Fraser Valley

Brewhalla Chilliwack – an adults-only event featuring local breweries, food and live entertainment.
Carnavalito on the Road – a one-day celebration of Latin culture at Langley’s Douglas Park in September.
Fraser Valley Distillery & Beer Festival – a one-day event at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre featuring samples of alcoholic drinks, live music, food and other activities in September.
Harrison Sunflower Festival – a new flower festival at a farm not far from Harrison Hot Springs. (Note: It used to be the Chilliwack Sunflower Festival, until 2023 when it moved to a new farm in Agassiz.)
Sky’s No Limit: Girls Fly Too – a free airplane and aviation-themed event in Abbotsford.
Snowbird RV Show – a recreational vehicle-themed event at the Tradex Centre in Abbotsford.
Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival – an opportunity for people to admire hundreds of eagles around Mission, Harrison Hot Springs and Harrison Mills in November. (Note: The eagles still come, but the festival no longer happens as a formal event.)
American Crown Circus Circo Osorio – a circus from Las Vegas that usually comes to the Lower Mainland in the fall, including usually a stop in Abbotsford.

Christmas Events in the Fraser Valley

All About Christmas Gifts Expo – a large winter holiday-themed market at Heritage Park in December.
Christmas in Williams Park – a free drive-through Christmas event in Langley in the first half of December.
Chilliwack Rotary Christmas Parade – a free and family-friendly Santa Claus parade in downtown Chilliwack.
Glow Christmas – the largest indoor Christmas attraction in BC at the Milner Village Garden Centre in Langley from late November until the end of December.
Kickoff to Christmas Makers Market – a Christmas craft market at the Ag Rec Building at Abbotsford’s Exhibition Park in November.
Langley’s Magic of Christmas – a free Christmas celebration in early December with craft stations, live entertainment and more at the Timms Community Centre.
Merry & Bright at Martini Town – a Christmas attraction at a movie studio in Langley.
Mission Candlelight Parade – a fun Christmas parade that happens in early December in downtown Mission.
West Coast Christmas Show – a Christmas trade show and holiday artisan market at the Tradex Centre in Abbotsford in November.
Winter Jubilee – a celebration of the Christmas season in November with free activities in downtown Abbotsford.

Fraser Valley Markets

Abbotsford Farm & Country Market – a weekly farmers market that takes place on Saturday’s most years from around 9:00 am until 1:00 pm between late April or early May and the middle of December.
Abbotsford Flea Market – a year-round market that used to take place on Sundays. When in operation, it featured as many as 200+ vendors selling both new and used items at Abbotsford Exhibition Park. (Note: This flea market closed permanently as of 2024.)
Fort Langley Village Farmers Market – a weekly summer market on Saturdays in Fort Langley.
Olde Farmhouse Vintage Market – a market featuring over 100 vendors selling antiques, collectibles, jewellery, handmade goods and other home and garden treasures at Tradex in Abbotsford on a weekend in both April and November.

Cultus Waterfront at Christmas — Christmas Lights at Cultus Lake

Christmas in the Fraser Valley

Similar to other parts of the Lower Mainland, the Fraser Valley gets decorated with Christmas lights in December.

Best places to admire winter holiday illuminations and get into the festive spirit include Glow Gardens and Loft Country Christmas in Langley, plus Petey’s Country Christmas at Fantasy Farms in Chilliwack. There are also pretty lights in Cultus Lake at night, and Christmas decorations and activities in Fort Langley.

Fraser Valley Places

Below are lists of attractions and places of interest in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Langley, Mission, the Harrison Hot Springs area and other parts of the Fraser Valley.

Abbotsford Places to Visit

Castle Fun Park – a fun place for kids with mini-golf, go-karts, bumper cars, batting cages and more.
Greater Vancouver Zoo – a great place to see hundreds of animals in Aldergrove.
Maan Farms – a farm market stand with a petting zoo and other activities for children in Abbotsford.
Mill Lake Park – a pretty park with a lake, walking trails, children’s playgrounds and an outdoor pool.
Taves Family Farm and Applebarn – a family-run farm and kid-friendly tourist attraction in Abbotsford.
Tradex Trade and Exhibition Centre – a large facility beside the Abbotsford Airport where numerous events take place.

Chilliwack (and Cultus Lake) Places to Visit

Below is a list of parks followed by a list of other kinds of places to visit in Chilliwack.

Parks in Chilliwack

Cultus Lake – one of the Lower Mainland’s most popular provincial parks.
Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park – a provincial park with camping facilities.
Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve – 325 acres of wetlands on the Vedder River at 5200 Sumas Prairie Road in Chilliwack.

Other Attractions in Chilliwack

Atchelitz Threshermen’s Association Museum – a historical site in Chilliwack with a collection of interesting old buildings and agricultural equipment.
Bridal Falls Waterpark – one of the Lower Mainland’s three water slide parks.
Bridal Veil Falls – a provincial park 15 minutes from Chilliwack.
Chilliwack Corn Festival – sweet corn dishes, live entertainment and corn-related activities at Greendale Acres over a weekend in the summer.
The Chilliwack Corn Maze and Pumpkin Farm – a farm with things to do and see in the fall at 41905 Yale Road West in Chilliwack.
Chilliwack Museum and Archives – two buildings in Chilliwack full of exhibits, artifacts and information about the city’s history.
Cultus Lake Adventure Park – a miniature Disneyland-like place at Cultus Lake with a mini rollercoaster and other theme-park rides.
The Cultus Lake Golf Club – a beautiful 18-hole executive golf course with a Toptracer driving range.
Cultus Lake Waterpark – home to “BC’s biggest and best” water slides.
Dickens Sweets Shop and British Museum – a large (10,000 square-foot) store that sells everything British and has a large free British museum at 45945 Alexander Avenue in Chilliwack.
Fantasy Farms – a farm in Chilliwack that hosts special Easter, Halloween and Christmas events.
Greendale Acres – a farm and family-friendly tourist attraction in Chilliwack.

In addition to the above, there is also the Chilliwack Coliseum which hosts lots of events and is home to the Chilliwack Chiefs BCHL hockey team.

Kilby Hotel & General Store — Kilby Historic Site

Harrison Area Places to Visit

Kilby Historic Site – a museum and historic site depicting area life in the 1920s.
Harrison Boat Cruises – boat tours around Harrison Lake and up the Harrison River at various times through the year.
Harrison Hot Springs – a popular resort town with natural hot springs at Harrison Lake.
The Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa – a famous hotel with spa facilities at Harrison Hot Springs.
Sasquatch Museum – a free attraction with exhibits about local culture and folklore.
Harrison Water Park – a giant inflatable playground on Harrison Lake in the summer.
Sandpiper Resort Golf Course – another one of our top-rated golf courses, this one is located in Harrison Mills. The place also has an inn and up-scale cabins for rent.
Sasquatch Mountain Resort – a ski hill in the Hemlock Valley just west of Harrison Lake.
Sasquatch Provincial Park – a provincial park with campgrounds, hiking trails and lakes near Harrison Hot Springs.

Langley Places to Visit

Below is a list of farms, parks and wineries followed by a list of other places of interest in Langley.

Farms, Parks and Wineries

Backyard Vineyards – a winery in Langley that offers tastings, private tours and other events.
Aldor Acres – a farm in north Langley that hosts family-friendly events at Easter, Halloween and Christmas.
Brae Island Regional Park – an island on the Fraser River in Fort Langley with a campground, walking trails and more.
Chaberton Estates Winery – if you like wine and learning about how it gets made, then this is a fantastic place to explore! The winery is located at 1064 216th Street.
Eagle Acres Dairy Farm – a small farm in North Langley with cows, educational programs and a pumpkin patch in the fall.
Fort to Fort Trail – a pathway along the Fraser River between Fort Langley and Derby Reach Regional Park.
Krause Berry Farm – a farm and estate winery in Langley.
Wineries and Wine Tours – many of the Lower Mainland’s best vineyards and wineries are located in the Fraser Valley, and especially in Langley.

Other Attractions and Places of Interest in Langley

Canadian Museum of Flight – a small but interesting airplane museum in Langley.
Chuck E. Cheese – a restaurant and games centre in Langley for families with young children.
Extreme Air Park Langley – an indoor trampoline adventure park at 9499 198th Street in Langley.
Fast Track Karting – indoor go-karting at 5760 Production Way in Langley. (Note: Participants must be at least 56 inches tall.)
Fort Langley – a picturesque town and historic site.
Otter Co-op Waterpark – an outdoor facility in Langley with a wave pool, water slides and a spray park.
Pagoda Ridge Golf – a golf course near Fort Langley that is one of our favourites and has a Chinese architectural theme.
Redwoods Golf – another really nice golf course near the historic town of Fort Langley.
Twilight Drive-In – the Lower Mainland’s only drive-in theatre, located at the corner of 260th Street and the Fraser Highway in Langley. (Note: This place closed in 2024.)
Zero Latency – a fun virtual reality game centre where you can battle aliens, zombies and other adversaries with your friends.