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Dec 13 2024 to Dec 14 2024
All Day
Presented by Tourism Sun Peaks

Sun Peaks presents the 12th annual Holiday Kick-Off. The village will be alive with lights and sounds of the holiday season. Enjoy your favourite holiday drink from a local café while you stroll through the village shops on your way to the Artisan Market to pick up some last-minute gifts. It’s a celebration full of warmth, community, and holiday cheer! 

Enjoy live music and caroling, and snap a photo with the stunning snowflake ice sculpture. Kids and adults alike will love decorating cookies, sipping hot chocolate, and warming up by the s'mores station, all while soaking in the holiday magic of the village. 

*Entertainment and locations are subject to change.

FRIDAY CELEBRATION SCHEDULE
TimeEntertainmentLocation
DailyThe 12 Days of Sun Peaks Christmas 
Window Displays
Village Stroll
3:00pmAprès Bells ring out for the first time celebrating the commencement of the après tradition.Village Stroll
4:00pm to 7:00pmArtisan Market
Featuring 11 local and regional vendors in the Great Hall on Friday evening.
Sun Peaks Centre
5:00pm to 6:00pmSounds of the Season performed by Heidi MacGowanThe Plaza at the Sun Peaks Centre
5:00pm to 7:00pmBaking Spirits Bright - Sun Peaks School PAC Bake Sale Fundraiser
Outdoor Bake Sale in support of the PAC
The Plaza at the Sun Peaks Centre
5:00pm to 7:00pmFREE Hot Apple Cider
*Supported by the Sun Peaks School PAC
While supplies last.
The Plaza at the Sun Peaks Centre
5:30pm Inaugural Plaza Christmas Tree Light Up
*Supported by Sun Peaks Municipality
The Plaza at the Sun Peaks Centre
DailySnowflake Ice Sculpture
Presented by Ice Decor
This backdrop will create a beautiful photo opportunity.
The Plaza at the Sun Peaks Centre
6:00pm to 8:30pmFREE Public Skating at the Rink
Maximum 75 skaters on the ice at a time. Limited skate rentals are available.
A waiver is required for admission, signed by an adult. Use at own risk.
Sun Peaks Arena
SATURDAY CELEBRATION SCHEDULE
TimeEntertainmentLocation
DailyThe 12 Days of Sun Peaks Christmas 
Window Displays
Village Stroll
11:00am to 5:00pmArtisan Market
Featuring 36 local and regional vendors
Saturday 11:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sun Peaks Centre
DailySnowflake Ice Sculpture
Presented by Ice Decor
This backdrop will create a beautiful photo opportunity.
The Plaza at the Sun Peaks Centre
1:00pm to 4:00pmPhotos with Santa
Drop in Photos, no advanced registration is required.
Digital photos can be purchased through Alpine Images for $25,
just in time to send out your holiday e-cards.
*No personal pictures please.
Clock Tower Square 
1:00pm to 3:00pmLive Music: Desert Sounds A CappellaRoving
1:00pm to 3:00pmFREE S'mores Making Station
Courtesy of Morrisey's Public House
While supplies last
Morrisey's Public House
1:00pm to 3:00pmFREE Gingerbread Cookie Decorating
Courtesy of Vertical Cafe
While supplies last
Sundance Lodge
1:00pm to 3:00pmFREE Hot Chocolate Station
While supplies last
Upper Village
1:00pm to 4:00pmThat Churro Place Vendor BoothUpper Village
1:00pm to 4:00pmThe 12 Days of Sun Peaks Christmas Scavenger Hunt
Search the area around the village stroll to find the illustrated windows.
Collect your Scavenger Hunt Tracker from Sneaky Scallywags 
and redeem anytime on Saturday for your FREE "Crash Bag".
While supplies last.
Village Stroll
1:30pm to 2:15pm
3:00pm to 3:45pm
Live Music: Lindsay May Trio
Featuring her original holiday collection.
Village Stage

Lindsay May music logo

PATIO AND RESTAURANT SPECIALS
TimeEntertainmentLocation
Opens at 1:00pmS'mores Hot Chocolate
Morrisey's Public House
Adult option also available
 
Morrisey's Public House
WINTER ACTIVITIES
TimeEntertainmentLocation
DailyToboggan Area
The complimentary toboggan area is lit through the evening.
Be sure to bring your own sled.
Parking Lot 5
Daily, as per schedulePublic Skating at the Rink
It is recommended to book public skating in advance.
Admission required.
Limited skate rentals are available.
Sun Peaks Arena
Daily, 2:00pm to 7:00pmTube TimeActivities Desk in the Village Day Lodge
DailySnowshoe RentalsVillage Day Lodge
Daily until 7:00pmVillage Platter
Ski or Snowboard equipment required.
Tickets required
Slopeside
 Winter Activities 

An Event for the Whole Family

The Holiday Kick-Off at Sun Peaks is the perfect way to start the festive season, offering something special for everyone. With activities like live music, artisan shopping, and family-friendly treats, it’s an event that brings the community and visitors together in celebration. Check out our Calendar to learn more about the Holiday Kick-Off and events like it! 

Kick-Off FAQS: 

Q: What time does the Holiday Kick-Off start? 

A: The Holiday Kick-Off starts at 4 pm on Friday, December 13 with the Artisan Market. 

Q: How many vendors are at the Artisan Market? 

A: 36 local and regional vendors will be at the Artisan Market on Saturday, December 14. 

Q: Are the regular Sun Peaks winter events still happening during the Kick-Off? 

A: Yes! The Toboggan area, tubing, snowshoe rentals, and the lifts will be open during their regular times.

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