It’s (almost) the most wonderful time of the year, with the holidays right around the corner. Sure, there may be a lot on your to-do list, but we invite you to have fun while you’re getting it all done . Here are simple ways you can get outdoors, spend time with loved ones, and get into the holiday spirit by eating, drinking, and being merry while saving with your BCAA Membership.

Glow On! Light Shows to Spark Your Holiday Spirit

Visit a lights festival and see magical wonderlands of bright lights, seasonal treats, and stunning views, all around BC. Here are five of our favourites:

1. Canyon Lights
   Capilano Suspension bridge, North Vancouver, BC
   November 21 to January 18
   You can view the stunning lights 110 feet above the rainforest floor (BCAA Members save 10% on one-day passes)
2. VanDusen Festival of Lights
   Vancouver, BC
   November 28 to January 4
   15 acres adorned with over 1 million twinkling lights
   Get in the holiday spirit with the annual Dancing Lights display, explore themed light areas, and enjoy three unique Dancing Lights sets, with a show every 20 minutes.
3. Lights at Lafarge
   Lafarge Lake, Coquitlam, BC
   November 28 through February 2026
   Metro Vancouver’s largest FREE outdoor winter lights display features over 100,000 Christmas lights and festive displays around Coquitlam’s Lafarge Lake at night.
4. Bright Nights
   Cloverdale Fairgrounds, Surrey, BC
   November 28 to December 28
   At this brand-new lights festival, millions of lights will shine bright this winter at Noel Surrey and the Cloverdale Fairgrounds. The festival features a large light display, a Noel Village with seasonal photos and live music, and a holiday market, with all proceeds supporting the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund.
5. Vallea Lumina
   Whistler, BC
   December 2025 to April 2026
   A lovely, multimedia night walk through an enchanted forest in pursuit of hidden wonders.

Orchestral Movie Nights at the VSO

Vancouver, BC

Nothing says holiday magic like watching your favourite seasonal movies come to life with a full symphony orchestra. Each year, the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra hosts special Movie Nights with the VSO, where they perform the score live as timeless films like Home Alone, The Holiday and Elf play on the big screen. It’s an unforgettable way to experience the season’s nostalgia, music, and classic films all at once.

Go on a hot chocolate crawl

Make Blenz one of the stops along the way and BCAA Members enjoy a free upsize and save 10% on food items.

Holiday movie marathon

Stay in cozy up in your PJs and have a marathon binge of your favourite seasonal movies. Order snacks or bake some of your favourite holiday treats with groceries from Meridian Farm Market and save 5% on your order over $100. Staying at home not your thing? Head to Landmark Cinemas to catch one of the latest releases and save up to 25% on Movie Night Bundles.

Ho ho ho-liday market

Various BC cities and towns

Inspired by holiday markets in Europe, festive season markets are popping up all over the province, like the Shipyards Market in North Vancouver, Family Market in Qualicum Bay on Vancouver Island, and the Craft Culture Holiday Market in Kelowna. Your local holiday market can be a great way to get into the festive spirit. Drink some hot cocoa, eat some traditional food, listen to carols, and explore the artisan shops of local businesses to find the perfect gift.

Clock some ice time

Whether it’s at Robson Square, Grouse Mountain, or your local rec centre rink, young and old alike can have tons of fun gliding around the ice surrounded by music and lights. Prefer to leave it to the professionals? Watch a Vancouver Canucks game and save up to 30% on tickets with your BCAA Membership.

Get crafty

Inspire your kids to create some cool seasonal crafts. Getting crafty is a wonderful way to enjoy December. Here are cool craft ideas for kiddos, and craft ideas for every age range in your home.

Give back to your community

The holidays are a time where volunteering can go the extra mile and leave a bigger impact. Spread the spirit of giving by donating to a local food bank (or Food Banks Canada), giving to the United Way BC, adopting a family in need, or volunteering your time at a holiday fundraiser.

Take BCAA with you

No matter where you go, carry your BCAA Membership with you for everyday savings.

• Get to where you need to go and save 3¢/L on fuel at Shell.
• No car? No problem, save up to 10% on Evo driving rates*.
• Stay in touch with loved ones and save up to $25/month on a Rogers 5G+ mobile plan.
• Plan your holiday outfit and save 10% on clothing at RW&CO.
• Be careful of winter roads when you’re out and about. Make sure your car has proper winter tires and is winter-ready. Read our winter driving blog, Top 10 winter driving "snow pas" and how to avoid them, for ways to stay safe on the road.
• Always carry your BCAA Membership card with you so we can get you back on the road in case of the unexpected.
• Take lots of pictures of any holiday activities you take part in and share them with our online community at BCAA Connect.

Not a BCAA Member (yet)? Join today for access to 24/7 Roadside Assistance and over $1,500 in savings on everyday purchases, insurance, travel, dining and more. Happy holidays!

^{*BCAA GO Members save up to $80 per year. Unlimited savings for Basic, Plus or Premier Members.}