Ever wanted to walk into a Christmas movie? Merry & Bright at Martini Town runs on select dates from Friday, November 20 to Thursday, December 31, 2026. Martini Town is a real, working film backlot in Langley, and it opens to the public only once a year for this event.
The one rule to remember: there are no gate sales. Buy tickets online for your whole group before you go. Merry & Bright says it tends to sell out fast, especially on peak dates.
When & Where
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Dates | Nov 20 – Dec 31, 2026 (select dates, see below) |
| Hours | 3:00 – 10:00 pm. Gates close at 9:00 pm sharp; guests already inside can stay until 10 pm |
| Location | Martini Town, 1123 272 Street, Langley (about 5 minutes south of downtown Aldergrove) |
| Santa | In the gazebo 3:30 – 8:30 pm, Nov 20 to Dec 23 only |
| Green Christmas Grouch | 4:00 – 8:00 pm every open night (arrive by 7:30 pm to catch him) |
| Market & food | 3:00 – 9:30 pm |
| Parking | Free on site, but limited. No parking on 272 Street |
Open dates:
- November: 20–22, 27–29
- December: 2–6, 9–13, 16–24, 26–31
- Closed: most Mondays and Tuesdays before Christmas (Nov 23–26, Nov 30–Dec 1, Dec 7–8, Dec 14–15) and Christmas Day. Dec 21 and 22 are open.
Check the official schedule for live availability (it shows Tickets Available, Limited or Sold Out) and the daily stage lineup.
Ticket Prices
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult (18+) | $24 + GST |
| Senior (65+) | $20 + GST |
| Youth (13–17) | $18 + GST |
| Child (6–12) | $12 + GST |
| Under 6 | Free |
A family of 2 adults and 2 kids aged 6–12 pays $72 + GST. Little ones under 6 get in free.
- Advance tickets only. Buy online on the official ticket page. Tickets are emailed to you; show them on your phone or print them.
- Timed entry. Arrive within the time window on your ticket. Once you’re in, you can stay as long as you like (until 10 pm).
- Non-refundable, but you can exchange for another date or time through Ticket Tailor with 24 hours’ notice, if space is available.
- Only buy from the official site. Tickets from resellers or social media may be invalid.
- Groups of 20+ arriving together by bus get 15% off (email [email protected]).
- A portion of every ticket goes to the Langley Food Bank.
What Kids Will Love
- Santa in the gazebo (until Dec 23), watching over his sleigh and reindeer. There’s no on-site photographer: bring your phone and one of Santa’s helpers will take the picture for you, so the photo costs nothing extra.
- The Green Christmas Grouch causing mischief around town every night.
- A real movie set. The streets are built to look like a New York street, a courthouse, a retro diner and a small town. You may spot places from movies and TV shows.
- Lights and window displays everywhere, plus lots of photo spots. Some guests even dress up.
- Live music every night, including Vancouver trio The Dimes on featured dates.
- Market Lane: a heated tent with about 20 local vendors and artisans.
- Treats: a café with hot drinks, mini donuts, fries and more.
Is It a Fit?
| Best fit | Families who love holiday movies, lights and photos; kids under 6 come free |
| Maybe not | Kids who need hands-on play. Merry & Bright says there are no child-specific activities or play area. Also not for anyone without a car (no direct transit) |
| Time | Plan 1.5–2 hours on site, plus the drive to Aldergrove (our estimate) |
| Cost | $72 + GST for 2 adults + 2 kids 6–12, plus food |
| Booking | Online only, timed entry, no gate sales |
| Facilities | Trailer washrooms with running water, plus a wheelchair-accessible washroom; wide paved streets for strollers |
| Plan B | It runs rain, snow or shine. Some tents and covered areas, but it’s 100% outdoors |
Getting There
- Driving: Use 1123 272 Street, Langley. Enter through the front gate off 272 Street (look for the small red hut and parking attendant) and follow the signs. Parking is free but limited, so carpool if you can. Parking on 272 Street is not allowed.
- Transit: Martini Town isn’t reachable by transit. The closest stop is the 503 bus at Fraser Highway and 276 Street; from there take a taxi or rideshare (about 5 minutes). Don’t walk. 272 Street has no sidewalks.
- Rideshare/taxi: Ask the driver to go through the front gate to the drop-off area near accessible parking. Don’t stop at the gate.
- Note: Martini has more than one location in Langley, so make sure you go to Martini Town.
Parent Tips
- Book early for weekends and the week before Christmas, and buy for your whole party at once.
- Want Santa? Go by Dec 23. He’s not there from Christmas Eve onward.
- Arrive by 7:30 pm if your kids want to see the Grouch, and remember gates close at 9 pm.
- Dress for rain. It’s fully outdoors on a film lot, and it stays open in wet weather.
- Food rules: home-packed food for your own family is OK, but no takeout, no shared cakes and no outside drinks. Bring an empty water bottle; there’s a free refill station.
- Leave pets and tripods at home. Pets (and emotional support animals) aren’t allowed; service animals are welcome. It’s smoke-free, including the parking lot.
Quick Answers
When is Merry & Bright 2026?
Select dates from Nov 20 to Dec 31, 2026, 3 to 10 pm. It’s closed on Christmas Day and on most Mondays and Tuesdays before Christmas.
Can I buy tickets at the door?
No. Tickets are online only. Same-day tickets may still be available online if there’s space.
Do kids need a ticket?
Under 6 are free. Kids 6–12 are $12 + GST.
Is Santa there every night?
Santa is there on open nights from Nov 20 to Dec 23, 3:30 – 8:30 pm.
Is there parking?
Yes, free but limited. Carpool if you can.
Final Thoughts
Merry & Bright is a chance to walk through a real holiday-movie street that’s only open to the public once a year. Pick your date, buy tickets online before you go, and visit before Dec 24 if Santa is on your list.
Tickets: Buy Merry & Bright tickets
Event page: merrybright.ca
