For Immediate Release
Experience the magic of Bright Nights, now happening at the Noël Holiday Light Festival in Surrey
Surrey B.C. - The BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund is proud to announce the return of the 28th annual Bright Nights light display to its roots in Surrey. This year, our beloved light display will be a featured part of the second annual Noël Holiday Light Festival, which runs from November 28 to December 28 at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds. This homecoming is a special moment, and we’re excited to bring this holiday tradition back to the community where it all began.
The tradition of Bright Nights started in the mid-1980s with two generous Surrey residents, Bob Wingfield and Marg Barrett. With help from Surrey firefighters, they created an incredible light display at their Newton home that drew thousands of visitors and raised funds for burn survivors at Vancouver General Hospital. In 1997, Bob and Marg donated their lights to the Burn Fund, and we created what is now known as Bright Nights, which went on to bring holiday magic to Vancouver’s Stanley Park for more than 25 years.
This year’s event is made possible by the incredible support of the more than 800 firefighters who volunteer thousands of hours to create this magical display. Their dedication makes Bright Nights the single largest annual fundraiser for the Burn Fund, helping us continue our vital work for burn survivors across the province. A portion of the proceeds from the Noël Holiday Light Festival will also be donated to the Burn Fund, ensuring that we can provide essential services to those in need.
At Noël Surrey, guests can explore the stunning Bright Nights display, which features nearly three million lights along an accessible path around the pond at the Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre. We're thrilled to be part of an event that offers so much, including a massive indoor Noël Village with a Santa's workshop, live music, and a Christmas market.
"President of the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund, I’m excited to see Bright Nights light up the Noël Holiday Light Festival in Surrey,” said Todd Schierling. “We’re grateful for the opportunity to bring this tradition to a wonderful new setting at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds, and to continue creating a magical holiday experience that supports burn survivors across the province.”
In keeping with our long-standing tradition, we will be accepting donations at the event to support crucial programs for burn survivors, including Home Away at the Burn Fund Centre. This facility provides a safe and welcoming place for survivors and their families while they undergo life-saving treatment in Vancouver. Every donation helps ensure that survivors get the support they need, especially during the holiday season.
President Schierling stated, “I really want thank Mayor Brenda Locke and the Noël Surrey organizers for their unwavering support and for including the Burn Fund in their festival. Your commitment to the Burn Fund and this incredible event truly makes a profound difference. He goes on to say, “the support from our 56 BCPFFA affiliate locals is essential to the success of the Bright Nights. I want to particularly thank the Surrey Fire Fighters’ Charitable Society for allowing the BCPFF Burn Fund to operate in their jurisdiction - we could not do this without their support.”
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit noelfestival.com. We look forward to seeing you there to celebrate the holiday season and support a cause that is close to our hearts.
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About the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund
From rescue to recovery, firefighters have answered the call to support burn survivors across B.C. and the Yukon since 1978. The Burn Fund is dedicated to assisting burn survivors throughout their recovery every step of the way. The Burn Fund empowers survivors through programs and retreats, provides accommodations to burn survivors and their families, enhances medical care at BC’s trauma hospitals, and fills the gap with vital resources and treatment.
About Noël Holiday Light Festival
The Noël Holiday Light Festival is Surrey’s signature holiday celebration, returning for its 2nd year from Nov. 28 to Dec. 28, 2025 at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds. This indoor-outdoor festival transforms the fairgrounds into a dazzling winter wonderland with millions of lights, live entertainment, a Christmas market, complimentary rides, free kids' activities, and seasonal food & drink. Noël creates a festive atmosphere perfect for families, friends, and all holiday enthusiasts.
Media enquiries
Jeff Sauvé
Executive Director
BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund
(778) 228-9564
Event information
Mary Rukavina
Manager, Special Events and Filming
Parks, Recreation & Culture
(604) 591-4598