Tourism Smithers

When Downtown becomes a Holiday Wonderland!

Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 10am to 5pm
Downtown Smithers, BC

’Tis the season to sparkle! Smithers’ favourite winter tradition is back — with a brand-new name: Christmas on Main! 
 

Downtown Smithers transforms into a festive wonderland, glowing with twinkle lights, buzzing with carolers, fiddlers, and cozy, small-town charm — a day of festive fun for the whole family. 

Schedule of Events

10am to 12pm

• 📸 Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus
  At the Library

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11am – 4pm

• 🐴 Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides
  Loading/unloading at 2nd & Main
• 🐴 📸 Mini Horses for petting and photographs
  2nd & Main

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12pm to 5pm

• 🎅 Santa & Mrs. Claus Wandering Main Street
  Stop them for selfies!

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1pm – 4pm

• 🎁 Gift Wrapping by Donation
  At Louise’s Kitchen – by Saltos Gymnastics Club (proceeds to the club)

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Throughout the Day

• 🎶 Carolers & Wandering Minstrels
• 💰 Silver Dollars & Gift Card Giveaways
  Keep your eye out for surprises!
• 🛍️ Boutique Shopping with seasonal specials

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It’s cozy, it’s merry, and it's a boost of holiday cheer, Smithers-style... feels like a snow globe come to life!! 

Plan Your Visit

• When: Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 10am to 5pm
• Where: Main Street & surrounding, Downtown Smithers, BC
• Admission: Free | All Ages Welcome
• Parking: Free street parking downtown

Share the Magic

Post your photos with #SmithersChristmasOnMain and tag @tourismsmithers on Instagram — we want to see your merry smiles and showcase your photos here!

Want to Help or Sponsor?

Join the festive crew that makes this event shine!
👉 Contact Out of Hand to get involved.

Brought to You by the Smithers Merchants

Christmas on Main is made possible by the "Smithers Merchants" — a volunteer group of local business owners who come together each year to spread the joy, support the community, and keep the spirit of the season shining bright in downtown Smithers. Special thanks to Tourism Smithers and the BV Guide Outfitters for their generous support.

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Craft Markets & More

The holiday fun doesn't stop here!

There's a flurry of Christmas Craft Markets happening all around town in December— including the Smithers Art Gallery’s “One of a Kind: Artisan Christmas Gift Market”. Be sure to also check out Plaid Friday in late November for late-night shopping, Black Friday Specials, and Shop Local celebrations.

Check out Smithers Events and filter for your range of dates.

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