Celebrate the magic of the season at Uptown’s Tree Light Up and Holiday Show

Get ready to kick off the holiday season!

Uptown’s Tree Light Up and Holiday Show returns on Saturday, November 21, bringing an afternoon of festive entertainment, family-friendly activities and holiday magic to Uptown Boulevard.

And this year, there’s an extra reason to join the festivities, as Uptown is giving one lucky winner a $1,000 shopping spree, with Victoria Buzz helping spread the word through a special giveaway!

The free event will feature performances from local dance groups, choirs, and theatre performers, along with plenty of activities to keep the little ones entertained.

Families can enjoy cookie decorating, holiday crafts, face painting, and even a maple sugar shack serving up sweet treats.

Of course, the biggest moment of the evening comes at approximately 6:30 p.m., when Santa makes his appearance and leads the crowd in a countdown to light Uptown’s towering 54-foot Christmas tree.

The annual celebration has become a popular holiday tradition for local families, with more than 5,000 people attending last year’s event.

A holiday market with local vendors

There is more to explore beyond the Holiday Tree Light up and Holiday Show.

Uptown is also hosting a Holiday Market in partnership with The Local Inc., featuring a selection of local makers and small businesses.

Located near H&M, the market will offer everything from unique gifts to locally made products, giving visitors a chance to get a head start on their Christmas shopping while supporting local businesses.

The Holiday Market will continue on Sunday, November 22nd for anyone looking to squeeze in a little more shopping.

With live entertainment, holiday treats, and plenty of festive activities, visitors are encouraged to arrive early, explore the market, and grab a bite to eat at one of Uptown’s restaurants before the big countdown.

Win a $1,000 shopping spree

Uptown is giving one lucky winner a $1,000 shopping spree in the form of an Uptown gift card, redeemable at any store onsite!

The giveaway is now live in our Victoria Buzz Facebook Group, giving readers a chance to enter for the $1,000 shopping spree ahead of the event!

The winner will be announced during Uptown’s Tree Light Up and Holiday Show on November 21, just before the Christmas tree lighting at approximately 6:30 p.m.

To claim the prize, the selected winner must be present at the event.

Whether you’re coming for the holiday entertainment, looking for some unique Christmas gifts or hoping to take home that $1,000 shopping spree, Uptown’s annual celebration is shaping up to be a great way to kick off the holiday season.

Uptown’s Tree Light Up and Holiday Show

• Where: Uptown, 3440 Saanich Road
• When: Saturday, November 21st, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Mainstage performances: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Christmas tree lighting: approximately 6:30 p.m.