Homes for the Holidays
Sunday, December 6, 2026 4:30 – 7:30 PM
Photo credit: Jennifer Gauthier
Homes for the Holidays Tour 2026
Sunday, December 6, 2026 | 4:30 – 7:30 PM
Tickets: $35 per person
Celebrate the holiday season with a festive evening exploring the main-floor living spaces of five private residences, each featuring the homeowners’ holiday decorations and collections gathered over the years, along with the historic Irving House Museum in New Westminster.
Heritage New West is proud to carry forward this much-loved holiday tradition, bringing the community together to celebrate New Westminster’s homes and built heritage.
Buy Your Tickets Online
Ticket link: BUY TICKETS ON EVENTBRITE
Tickets are available online through Eventbrite. When purchasing your tickets, you’ll be asked to select the home where you wish to start your tour. This helps spread arrivals across the venues, reduce line-ups and ensure a more enjoyable experience for everyone.
In-person cash or credit card ticket purchase: In-person ticket sales will be available beginning November 5, 2026. Please email newwestheritage@gmail.com to arrange a mutually convenient time to purchase and pick up your tickets at a Heritage New West residence. Cash and credit card payments are accepted. Please arrange your visit in advance, as tickets are not available for walk-in purchase.
This map shows the general locations of all six venues. An interactive map with precise locations is included in the Eventbrite ticket confirmation email for tour attendees.
Heritage New West is pleased to present this seasonal favourite.
Before You Go
I’d like to have the tour brochure in advance. Can I get one when I purchase my tickets online?
While printed brochures won’t be available in advance, we’ll post the brochure information on this webpage, including a photo, address and year built for each home, so you can preview the tour and plan your visit. An interactive map will be included with your digital Eventbrite ticket confirmation. Present your print or digital ticket at the first house you visit. You will be checked in and receive a printed tour brochure to guide you through the remaining five venues.
Where do I start my tour?
Begin at the home you selected when purchasing your ticket(s). Your host will scan your Eventbrite QR code(s) and provide the corresponding number of tour brochures. Your brochure is your passport to tour the main floors of to the remaining venues.
What if I purchased multiple tickets?
Each ticket has its own QR code. Please bring your full Eventbrite confirmation email or PDF showing all tickets in your order.
How long do I have to complete the tour?
The tour runs from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., giving you three hours to visit all six venues.
Where can I park?
Street parking is available at each venue. Four of the homes are within four square blocks in Queen’s Park, so you may wish to park once and walk between them. Please be considerate of residents and keep driveways clear.
Do I need to remove my shoes?
Yes. To protect the floors, visitors are asked to remove their shoes and tour the private residences in socks. Disposable booties will be available if you prefer not to go in socks. Shoes can remain on when visiting Irving House Museum.
Can I bring children?
To help protect the homes and their sometimes fragile decorations, the tour is best suited to guests aged 12 and older. All attendees must have a paid ticket, and we’re unable to accommodate children under 12.
Are tickets refundable?
All ticket sales are final. As event expenses are committed in advance and cannot be recovered, we’re unable to offer refunds or credits for cancellations or non-attendance. The tour takes place rain or shine.
Thank You for Supporting Heritage New West
Thank you for helping us carry this wonderful holiday tradition forward. We look forward to welcoming you for a festive evening celebrating New Westminster’s homes, history and community!