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Bear Creek Lights returns with sparkling new paths and features

Darpan News Desk , 15 Oct, 2025 10:55 AM
  • Bear Creek Lights returns with sparkling new paths and features

Free tickets will be available starting Oct. 21 for Bear Creek Lights, Surrey’s popular after-dark nature experience running from Nov. 7-21.

This year’s event offers a new one-kilometre walking path decorated with dazzling light displays, a lighted tunnel, and music celebrating the park’s natural beauty.                                                                                                                                                               

“Bear Creek Lights is a wonderful way for friends and families to get outdoors and connect with nature as the days get shorter,” said Mayor Brenda Locke. “Seeing the gardens at Bear Creek Park lit up with thousands of twinkling lights is always magical. I invite everyone to experience this beloved and uplifting community tradition that sparks joy for all ages.”

Visitors can enrich their experience with free guided nature walks and live performances on select nights. Food trucks serving hot chocolate and mini donuts will also be on site each night.

With nearly 40,000 visitors last year, pre-booking free timed-entry tickets is highly recommended. Drop-in availability will be limited, especially on weekends. Entry times are available every 30 minutes from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, and 4:30 to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The event will go ahead rain or shine (subject to extreme weather) and will be closed Nov. 11 for Remembrance Day. For easier access and traffic flow, guests can enter from the parking lots off 88 Avenue and 140 Street.

Now in its 13th year, Bear Creek Lights is one of the many events hosted by Surrey Parks to encourage residents and visitors to connect with nature, celebrate the beauty of our parks, and promote environmental stewardship in support of a healthy and vibrant community.

For details and to reserve your free tickets, visit surrey.ca/bearcreeklights or call 604-501-5100.

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