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Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
Start the holiday season off at our annual community Tree Lighting Ceremony. The hour-long celebration includes live musical performances by local children’s choir, fresh cookies, hot chocolate and plenty of festive cheer!
Light up at the Legislature
Get ready! It’s the official light up at the Legislature on Thursday, December 7. At 5pm sharp, the lights on the giant tree with switch on and mark the beginning of the holiday season here in Edmonton.
Stony Plain Winterfest Winter Light Up
Bundle up and head down to Main Street anytime between 6:30PM and 8:30PM for Winter Light Up.
St. Albert Snowflake Festival
Join the fun in the heart of downtown St. Albert as the city light up the Perron District with the warm glow of the Christmas lights. Enjoy all the festivities as you welcome the holiday season with the annual Snowflake Festival.
Christmas in Central Park: Light up Festival
Mark your calendars for Light Up 2023! Get into the holiday spirit and watch as the park magically transforms into a spectacle of light!
Lights Up Fort Saskatchewan
Join the fun for the annual Lights Up! celebration, taking place both indoors and outdoors at City Hall. The event runs from 5:15 to 7:30 pm.
Fort Saskatchewan Holiday Light Up Festival
Visit Fort Saskatchewan for the Holiday Light up 2023.
Kingsway Holiday Parade
Visit Kingsway Area for the first Santa Claus Parade of the season in Edmonton!
All is Bright on 124th Christmas Light Up
YEG’s favourite outdoor winter light-up festival is back and it’s happening on Saturday, November 18th between 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The main festival grounds run along 124 Street between 107 AVE to 109 AVE. Embrace the arrival of the winter season along 124th Street!
Lose yourself in the glow of the lights, bask in the warmth of the Beverage Gardens, and cook some delicious treats over a fire. You'll be swept away while getting to enjoy some of Edmonton's best local businesses and eateries. Look forward to an evening of music and celebration, with a dramatic light-up ceremony! It’s the perfect time to explore Edmonton’s favourite neighbourhood.
Strathcona County Celebration of Lights
Wear your favourite holiday sweater or elf hat and join us at the Celebration of Lights!
Sherwood Park Winterfest
Sherwood Park Winterfest is a FREE family event! Immerse yourself in a world of entertainment featuring dancers, live holiday music, and even a visit from none other than Santa Claus himself.