Christmas Express
Ride the historic steam locomotive through thousands of twinkling lights in the 100-acre forest at the BC Forest Discovery Centre, with a visit from Santa, crafts, indoor entertainment, and hot chocolate and treats at the concession. Trains run every 30 minutes (first train 4:00 PM, last train 9:00 PM); doors open 3:30 PM. 2026 dates: November 27, 28, 29 and 30; December 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 22 and 23. Tickets go on sale November 2, 2026, online only through the Centre's website.
Plan your visit
🅿️ Parking: 1 option listed near BC Forest Discovery Centre — nearest: BC Forest Discovery Centre visitor parking, 1 min walk.
🍽️ Eat nearby:
- CVI Restaurant and Lounge — Canadian · ⭐ 4.3 (84 reviews) · 🚶 4 min walk
- Tim Hortons — Fast food · ⭐ 4.2 (71 reviews) · 🚶 3 min walk
- Dragon Yuan Cafe — Chinese · ⭐ 4.8 (11 reviews) · 🚶 2 min walk
Parking and restaurant details as published by their providers — please confirm before you go.
🌆 Plan my evening
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