As the snow begins to fall and twinkle lights start to glow, Airdrie transforms into a winter wonderland filled with holiday cheer.
This season, the city is bursting with festive fun for all ages — from the cozy charm of the Nose Creek Valley Museum Little Holiday Market to the dazzling displays at the Airdrie Festival of Lights. Explore local creativity at the Holiday Sparkle Youth Market or Airdrie Christmas Crawl, or catch the magic of the CPKC Holiday Train as it rolls through town.
With favourites like the Santa Claus Parade and the heartwarming BGC A Claus for Celebration, plus the theatrical flair of All Roads Lead to the Station: An Airdrie Christmas Story, there’s no shortage of sparkle and spirit.
Whether you’re shopping, singing, or sipping cocoa under twinkling fireworks, Airdrie’s holiday lineup promises to make this season merry and bright.
NOVEMBER
Airdrie Christmas Crawl
November 15 from 10 am to 4 pm (Town & Country Centre and Ecole Edwards School)
Join at the T&C and Ecole Edwards School for a holiday celebration. Two locations, one magical day. Tons of local vendors – find unique gifts and seasonal goodies. Santa Claus will be on location so bring your wish list and camera. The event supports the Airdrie Food Bank so please bring a non-perishable donation to spread the holiday cheer to those in need. Mark your calendars and join for this free community event. Learn more at eventbrite.ca.
Holiday Sparkle Youth Market
November 15 from 11 am to 3 pm (200 East Lake Crescent)
One Day Only! Join for a festive day of shopping, creativity, and community spirit! Discover handmade gifts, art, jewelry, crafts, and more — all created by talented young entrepreneurs from the community. Proceeds from the $2 admission and vendor registration go to support children and youth in our community. Learn more at bgcairdrie.com.
Nose Creek Valley Museum Little Holiday Market
November 16 from 11 am to 4 pm (Nose Creek Valley Museum)
Shop for some holiday crafts, grab a warm drink, and catch up with friends! Learn more at nosecreekvalleymuseum.com.
BGC Annual Holiday Market
November 22, 29 and 30 and December 6 and 7 from 10 am to 3 pm (200 East Lake Crescent)
The Annual Holiday Market is one of BGC Airdrie Club’s most popular holiday traditions and offers something for everyone in our community. Join to support 30 local vendors each week, who sell a variety of gifts, goodies, and the perfect gifts for someone special for this festive holiday. Vendor table rentals and admission directly support BGC programs and services that the club provides to children, youth, and families in the community. Learn more at bgcairdrie.com.
Century Downs Traditional Weihnachtsmarkt 2025
November 29 and 30 from 10 am to 4 pm (Century Downs Casino)
Get into the festive spirit at a Traditional Weihnachtsmarkt! Shop from a wide variety of local artisans and craft vendors while enjoying popular German street food and mulled wine. This family-friendly market is open to all ages and is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Learn more at cnty.com.
DECEMBER
Airdrie Festival of Lights
December 1 to 31 from 6 to 9 pm (Nose Creek Regional Park)
Celebrating 30 years, it’s Airdrie’s most famous event — 31 days of walking through the largest outdoor light show in Western Canada. Admission by donation. Train rides, hot chocolate, Santa visits and so much more!
Special events during the month include:
- December 1 – Light Up Night opening celebration
- December 7 – Emergency Service Night
- December 13 – Afterglow Party – annual after-hours 18+ event.
- December 31 – Family Skate Night with free skate rentals from Nose Creek Valley Museum
Stay up to date on airdrielights.com.
Santa Claus Parade
December 6 at 5 pm (Main Street)
What better way to ring in the Christmas season than the annual Santa Claus Parade? Join as residents light up the night and ring in the holidays. Enjoy lights, music, dancing and a visit from the man in red himself! Get the map and all the details at airdrieparades.com.
Cool Yule – Blue Room Collective
December 6 at 7:30 pm (Polaris Theatre)
It’s the most wonderful time… to swing! Join the Blue Room Collective this holiday season for a laid-back, jazz-infused Christmas concert featuring festive classics reimagined with soulful vocals, grooving rhythms, velvet horns, a Steinway grand and the unmistakable warmth of the Hammond organ. Get your tickets at polariscentre.com.
FIBONACCI ENSEMBLE HOLIDAY CONCERT
December 7 at 3 pm (Polaris Theatre)
Celebrate the season with the Fibonacci Ensemble, featuring award-winning vocalist Pat Cuikani and acclaimed violinist Jose Trinidad. With deep Latin roots and a flair for genre blending, this celebrated duo brings a fresh spark to the holidays. Get your tickets at polariscentre.com.
CPKC Holiday Train
December 9 from 5:30 to 6 pm (Nose Creek Regional Park)
The beloved Holiday Train stops in Airdrie for a 30-minute performance by Jade Eagleson and Teigen Gayse. Supporting the Airdrie Food Bank, all visitors are encouraged to bring a monetary or heart-healthy food donation. For more information, visit airdriefoodbank.com.
A Claus for Celebration
December 13 from 10 am to 2 pm (200 East Lake Crescent NE)
Bring the kids and meet up with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Admission includes hot chocolate, a beautifully decorated cookie, a candy cane and one gift to choose for someone at the Mrs. Claus Gift Shop for kids. More activities include a colouring station, writing a letter to Santa and more festive fun. $10 per child (ages four to 12, children under three get in for free). Tickets sold at the door. Learn more at bgcairdrie.com.
All Roads Lead to the Station: An Airdrie Christmas Story
December 19 at 7:30 pm and December 20 at 2 and 7:30 pm (Bert Church Theatre)
It is 1917 when we meet 14-year-old Peter Harris, who has been uprooted from his home in Nova Scotia and sent to stay with his Uncle Hubert in the small, but bustling town of Airdrie. With his sister serving as a nurse overseas to help with the war efforts, Peter dreads having to spend Christmas away from his home, his sister and everything he holds dear to him. While in Airdrie, he starts working at his uncle’s general store and soon meets the colourful folks of Airdrie, each with their own holiday hopes, hardships and humour. Through these encounters, Peter begins to understand that Christmas isn’t just about where you are — it’s about the people who make a place feel like home. Get your tickets at airdrie.ca.
New Year’s Eve Fireworks
December 31 at 6:30 pm (Ed Eggerer Athletic Field)
Say goodbye to 2025 and ring in the new year with a dazzling 15-minute fireworks display at a family-friendly time of 6:30 pm. Bring your friends and family to celebrate New Year’s Eve with this annual, spectacular tradition! This free event is hosted by the City of Airdrie and is open to all. Find more info at airdrie.ca.
