Delta holds two free Christmas tree lightings in November
The City of Delta hosts free Christmas tree lighting events in Ladner Village on November 26 and at North Delta Recreation Centre on November 28. Both run from 5 to 8 p.m. and include food, music and seasonal activities.
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The City of Delta is holding two free Christmas tree lighting events in November 2026, one in Ladner Village and one at the North Delta Recreation Centre.
Mayor Melissa Granum is quoted in the Indo-Canadian Voice on November 9, 2026, saying the events "bring us together to celebrate the season, support local businesses, and share in the sense of community that makes this time of year so meaningful." She added: "Some of the best holiday memories are made close to home."
Ladner Village, November 26
The Ladner Village event is on Thursday, November 26, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Delta Street and 48th Avenue. The City of Delta is hosting it, taking over from the Ladner Business Association's long-standing tradition of running the event.
The evening includes the Christmas tree lighting, food and treats from local businesses, an artisan market with local vendors, seasonal crafts, cookie decorating, entertainment for all ages and photos with Santa. The City's events page says it is free to attend.
North Delta Recreation Centre, November 28
The North Delta event is on Saturday, November 28, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the North Delta Recreation Centre.
In addition to the tree lighting and seasonal activities, the Indo-Canadian Voice reported that attendees can go public skating at the Recreation Centre and watch a classic holiday film at the North Delta Centre for the Arts. The movie ticket costs $5 and includes popcorn; the rest of the event is free.
The venue will also have a Jingle Bell Bites food area, an artisan market with local vendors, seasonal crafts, cookie decorating, entertainment for all ages and photos with Santa.
Where to find details
The City of Delta has posted both events at delta.ca/ChristmasTreeLightings. Residents can check that page in the days before each event for any updates to times or activities.
Questions this story answers
When is the Ladner Village Christmas tree lighting in 2026?
The Ladner Village Christmas tree lighting is on Thursday, November 26, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Delta Street and 48th Avenue in Ladner Village. The City of Delta is hosting the event and says it is free to attend. Activities include the tree lighting, a festive holiday market with local vendors, seasonal activities and entertainment for all ages, photos with Santa, cookie decorating and an artisan market. Residents can find details at delta.ca/ChristmasTreeLightings.
When is the North Delta Christmas tree lighting in 2026?
The North Delta Christmas tree lighting is on Saturday, November 28, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the North Delta Recreation Centre. The City of Delta says the event is free to attend. In addition to the tree lighting and seasonal activities, residents can go public skating at the Recreation Centre and watch a classic holiday film at the North Delta Centre for the Arts for $5 (the ticket includes popcorn). An artisan market with local vendors will also be on site.
Are the Delta Christmas tree lighting events free?
Both events are free to attend, according to the Indo-Canadian Voice, which quoted Mayor Melissa Granum and the City of Delta's announcement on November 9, 2026. At the North Delta event, public skating at the Recreation Centre and a movie at the North Delta Centre for the Arts cost $5 for the movie ticket (which includes popcorn), according to the same report. The City's event page at delta.ca/ChristmasTreeLightings has the full details.
What is happening at the North Delta tree lighting?
The North Delta Recreation Centre tree lighting on November 28 includes the main tree lighting ceremony, food and snacks in a Jingle Bell Bites area, public skating at the Recreation Centre, a holiday film at the North Delta Centre for the Arts for $5 including popcorn, an artisan market with local vendors, seasonal crafts, cookie decorating, all-ages entertainment and photos with Santa. The event runs from 5 to 8 p.m. The Indo-Canadian Voice reported these details on November 9, 2026, citing the City of Delta.
What is happening at the Ladner Village tree lighting?
The Ladner Village tree lighting on November 26 includes the tree lighting ceremony, food and treats from local businesses, an artisan market with local vendors, seasonal crafts, cookie decorating, all-ages entertainment and photos with Santa. The event runs from 5 to 8 p.m. at Delta Street and 48th Avenue. The City of Delta took over hosting the Ladner tree lighting from the Ladner Business Association this year, the Indo-Canadian Voice reported on November 9, 2026.
Who is running the Delta Christmas tree lighting events?
The City of Delta is running both events. Mayor Melissa Granum is quoted in the Indo-Canadian Voice on November 9, 2026, saying the events 'bring us together to celebrate the season, support local businesses, and share in the sense of community.' The City's event page is at delta.ca/ChristmasTreeLightings.
Where can I find more details about the Delta Christmas events?
Full details for both Delta tree lighting events are at delta.ca/ChristmasTreeLightings, the City of Delta's official events page. The Ladner Village event is November 26 from 5 to 8 p.m. and the North Delta event is November 28 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the North Delta Recreation Centre.
Who said what about the Delta Christmas tree lightings?
Mayor Melissa Granum is quoted by the Indo-Canadian Voice on November 9, 2026, saying: 'Our Christmas traditions run deep in Delta. Our tree lightings bring us together to celebrate the season, support local businesses, and share in the sense of community that makes this time of year so meaningful.' She added: 'Some of the best holiday memories are made close to home, surrounded by friends and neighbours.'
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