🚗 Chilliwack Christmas Day Trip: European-Style District 1881 Guide

📍 Perfect for: Short-trip lovers seeking festive vibes, ~1.5-hour drive from Vancouver. 🍳 Morning: Brunch + European Stroll 1️⃣ Little Beetle Brunch • Address: 6640 Vedder Rd, Chilliwack • Highlights: Industrial-chic decor, must-try eggs Benedict & maple bacon waffles. Weekend wait: 30-60 mins. • Tip: Avoid 9-10 AM rush or grab coffee to-go. 2️⃣ District 1881 • Address: 46128 Yale Rd, Chilliwack • Explore: ◦ Local shops: Soap workshops, handmade candles, tea blends (Christmas black tea recommended). ◦ Photo ops: Giant Christmas tree, vintage street lamps (best after dark). ◦ Coffee break: Lavender latte at Smoking Gun Roasters. ♻️ Afternoon: Thrifting + Christmas Lights 3️⃣ Plato’s Closet Thrift Store • Address: 34150 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford • Tips: ◦ Cash for clothes: They buy apparel/shoes (instant quotes). ◦ Hidden gem: $4.8 ugly Christmas sweaters! 4️⃣ Merry & Bright at Martini Town • Address: 1123 272 St, Langley • Experience: ◦ Movie-set lights: NYC-style blocks, carousel, Santa meet-and-greet. ◦ Tickets: Book online ($22/adult)—rainy nights add magic. • Plan B: Free Rudolph display in Surrey (kid-friendly). 💡 Pro Tips ✅ Transport: • Fill gas in Chilliwack (cheaper! e.g., Super Save Gas). • Martini Town: Free parking (arrive early). ✅ Timing: • Visit District 1881 after 3 PM for day-to-night transition. • Allocate 1.5 hours at Martini Town (photos + snacks). “From brunch to twinkle lights—this itinerary is Christmas in a day!” 🎄✨ #ChilliwackChristmas #EuroVillage #VancouverDayTrips