Edgewater
Residents light up the town with a friendly community competition of festive yard displays and bright lights.
Park by Frank’s Rink, take a walking tour of the town, then lace up your skates. The rink is beautiful at night.
Radium Hot Springs
No matter which direction you enter Radium from, you’ll be awed by the illumination—the roundabout art, Bighorns, looks spectacular in the dark and Christmas lights wind around the Main Street lampposts giving off extra radiance. Many local businesses, hotels and motels in particular, are aglow with seasonal lights and décor.
A focal point of village activities, the rink in Legend’s Field has floodlights after dark. Three new fire pits around the field offer a place to warm up.
If you are looking for a unique tradition, experience the magic of a sleigh ride around the village, available from Dec. 26-29 or visit the Winter Wonderland Market Dec. 27 and 28 located at the Community Centre and Public Library. Visit the events page for a list of winter activities around the Columbia Valley.
Radium Hot Spring’s annual birthday party and New Year’s Eve celebration is back! Enjoy food and fun at Brent’s Shack (beside the community centre) starting at 3:30pm followed by an impressive fireworks show on the Springs Driving Range at 6:30pm.
Dry Gulch
You have probably been dazzled by the light display from a few homes in Dry Gulch if you’ve taken a drive between Invermere and Radium after sunset. If you haven’t, don’t miss it this year!
Wilmer
Wilmer is a family favourite for its legendary lights. Catch the Christmas Eve tradition of a spectacular fireworks display, by the community hall at 8pm.
Invermere
The Santa Claus Parade kicks off Invermere’s Christmas fun! Check out the Holly Jolly market Dec.5-7 and walk down Main Street to peek in the storefront windows to view the seasonal displays. Every year the local businesses choose a theme and go all out in a window decorating challenge.
Invermere - Garden of Lights
Experience the magic of Christmas at the annual Garden of Lights event at Groundswell on December 21, with the light displays remaining open to the public from December 21 to January 1. Wander through glowing pathways, twinkling trees, and colourful light displays that transform the gardens into a sparkling winter wonderland. View the event details here.
Fairmont Hot Springs
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort offers a dazzling display of lights, activities, and dining experiences. After a day of skiing at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, grab a bite to eat and tour around Fairmont to take in the holiday spirit.
Check out the annual Friday Shopping event in Fairmont Hot Springs on December 12, where local businesses offer a variety of discounts. Plus, enjoy this year’s new additions: an outdoor winter market from 4–7 PM and sleigh rides from 2–6 PM.
Learn about all of the happening around the resort here: https://www.fairmonthotsprings.com/things-to-do/ .
From lights and fireworks to cherished holiday events, there are many wonderful ways to enjoy the holiday season with friends, family, and loved ones in the Columbia Valley.
