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Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic

Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic returns with its official lighting ceremony on Saturday, November 22nd from 5 PM – 7 PM at the Village of Yorkville Park (Cumberland St. & Bellair St.) Enjoy a festive evening featuring a musical performance by multi-platinum singer-songwriter Shawn Hook, with special guest STORRY, hosted by television personality Rick Campanelli.  Don’t miss the “Flick the Switch” countdown […]

Harbourfront Tree Lighting Ceremony

Celebrate the magic of the season with the lighting of our spectacular 33-foot holiday tree, the dazzling centerpiece of our Community Square. Gather with loved ones and share in the joy of this cherished tradition, as the air fills with warmth, laughter and the spirit of togetherness. To make the evening even more enchanting, enjoy a heartwarming live performance by […]

Kingston Nighttime Santa Claus Parade & Tree Lighting Ceremony

Santa Claus is coming to K-town! The Nighttime Santa Parade leaves promptly at 5:00 pm from the Bath Road/Princess Street area, and goes all the way down Princess to Ontario Street. The holiday cheer leads up to our grand finale where Santa will light the tree in Springer Market Square!

A Village Christmas

A Village Christmas event and Tree Lighting returns to the Ancaster BIA! Find the festivities happening at the Old Ancaster Town Hall. Please bring a new unwrapped toy, cash, or a gift card to donate to Ancaster Community Services in support of their holiday programs. Our event begins at 6pm. Santa & tree lighting at 7pm. Ends 8pm.

Wanderlust Leslieville

Wanderlust

Get outside and enjoy the local festive cheer this season! Join us on Saturday, November 15th from 12-6pm for a host of FREE Leslieville Wanderlust activities! Wander into the wonder of Queen St East. Experience our Wanderlust Activations! Santa’s Village and Tree Lighting Ceremony: Leslie Grove Park – Santa, Holiday Kids Train, Hot Chocolate and Marshmallows, Live DJ Tree Lighting […]

Christmas Walking Parade and Market

Christmas Walking Parade & Market

Prepare to be dazzled by all the beautiful lights, performances from our exceptionally talented local artists, food trucks and drinks, a photo booth, children’s games and more. Best of all, we’ll have a Festive Tree Lighting presented by the Yonge North York BIA. Last year, our market moved to Mel Lastman Square and was a tremendous success, featuring 70 talented […]

Scarborough Town Centre – Tree Lighting Ceremony

Join us as STC lights up the season with the unveiling of our brand-new 44-foot holiday tree — a dazzling new landmark and the tallest in The East! Experience an evening filled with festive performances, a live countdown and the magical moment the tree comes to life in a burst of lights. Enjoy family-friendly entertainment, treats and festive photo-ops as […]

Christmas in the Village

The Streetsville BIA is proud to present the 10th annual Christmas in the Village, a beloved holiday tradition in the heart of historic Streetsville. This year, we’re thrilled to welcome the Miracle on Main Street by the Tiger Jeet Singh Foundation and Peel Regional Police, bringing their inclusive holiday festival and charitable toy drive to our village celebration. Enjoy local […]

Winter Nights, City Lights

Pickering’s Winter Nights, City Lights kicks off the holiday season with family fun After the event, the park will be lit until January 31st. Join the City of Pickering for our Winter celebration! Lights, food, music, markets & fireworks. Bring the whole family out for holiday fun! Join us for our annual Winter celebration! Enjoy beautiful lights, live entertainment, food […]

Light Up the Square 2025

Kickoff the winter season in downtown Mississauga with the Santa Claus parade, the opening of the City’s largest outdoor ice rink, and lighting of the Christmas tree! Watch the downtown glow with live musical entertainment, family-friendly activities, and outdoor holiday experiences across the entire parade route, including Celebration Square, Square One, and the surrounding streets.   Photo Source: City of […]

Town of Stouffville Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Friday, November 29, 2024, 7 – 7:30 PM – Civic Square – (Main Street) Join your Mayor and Council for a dazzling evening as we light up the Stouffville Christmas tree. Don’t be surprised if Santa himself drops by to spread some cheer!

A Very Murphy Christmas

A Very Murphy Christmas

Join Murphy’s Farm for it’s first ever Christmas Tree Lighting this November 15th! Families can enjoy marshmallows for roasting, warm hot chocolate and story time with Mrs. Clause! 🤶 Craft your very own ornament to take home or put on the tree! Registration required for Christmas Crafting. Free Admission. Donations to the foodbank will be accepted.

Light Up the Square 2024

Bringing a bright spark of joy and illuminating a winter’s dark night with colour, this annual event kicks-off the holiday season at the Celebration Square with the official lighting of the Christmas tree for the first time this season, and opening of the ice rink. The magic doesn’t stop there. Celebration Square will be home to a dazzling marque art […]

Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic

Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic returns with its official lighting ceremony on Saturday, November 22nd from 5 PM – 7 PM at the Village of Yorkville Park (Cumberland St. & Bellair St.) Enjoy a festive evening featuring a musical performance by multi-platinum singer-songwriter Shawn Hook, with special guest STORRY, hosted by television personality Rick Campanelli.  Don’t miss the “Flick the Switch” countdown […]

Harbourfront Tree Lighting Ceremony

Celebrate the magic of the season with the lighting of our spectacular 33-foot holiday tree, the dazzling centerpiece of our Community Square. Gather with loved ones and share in the joy of this cherished tradition, as the air fills with warmth, laughter and the spirit of togetherness. To make the evening even more enchanting, enjoy a heartwarming live performance by […]

Kingston Nighttime Santa Claus Parade & Tree Lighting Ceremony

Santa Claus is coming to K-town! The Nighttime Santa Parade leaves promptly at 5:00 pm from the Bath Road/Princess Street area, and goes all the way down Princess to Ontario Street. The holiday cheer leads up to our grand finale where Santa will light the tree in Springer Market Square!

A Village Christmas

A Village Christmas event and Tree Lighting returns to the Ancaster BIA! Find the festivities happening at the Old Ancaster Town Hall. Please bring a new unwrapped toy, cash, or a gift card to donate to Ancaster Community Services in support of their holiday programs. Our event begins at 6pm. Santa & tree lighting at 7pm. Ends 8pm.

Wanderlust Leslieville

Wanderlust

Get outside and enjoy the local festive cheer this season! Join us on Saturday, November 15th from 12-6pm for a host of FREE Leslieville Wanderlust activities! Wander into the wonder of Queen St East. Experience our Wanderlust Activations! Santa’s Village and Tree Lighting Ceremony: Leslie Grove Park – Santa, Holiday Kids Train, Hot Chocolate and Marshmallows, Live DJ Tree Lighting […]

Christmas Walking Parade and Market

Christmas Walking Parade & Market

Prepare to be dazzled by all the beautiful lights, performances from our exceptionally talented local artists, food trucks and drinks, a photo booth, children’s games and more. Best of all, we’ll have a Festive Tree Lighting presented by the Yonge North York BIA. Last year, our market moved to Mel Lastman Square and was a tremendous success, featuring 70 talented […]

Scarborough Town Centre – Tree Lighting Ceremony

Join us as STC lights up the season with the unveiling of our brand-new 44-foot holiday tree — a dazzling new landmark and the tallest in The East! Experience an evening filled with festive performances, a live countdown and the magical moment the tree comes to life in a burst of lights. Enjoy family-friendly entertainment, treats and festive photo-ops as […]

Christmas in the Village

The Streetsville BIA is proud to present the 10th annual Christmas in the Village, a beloved holiday tradition in the heart of historic Streetsville. This year, we’re thrilled to welcome the Miracle on Main Street by the Tiger Jeet Singh Foundation and Peel Regional Police, bringing their inclusive holiday festival and charitable toy drive to our village celebration. Enjoy local […]

Winter Nights, City Lights

Pickering’s Winter Nights, City Lights kicks off the holiday season with family fun After the event, the park will be lit until January 31st. Join the City of Pickering for our Winter celebration! Lights, food, music, markets & fireworks. Bring the whole family out for holiday fun! Join us for our annual Winter celebration! Enjoy beautiful lights, live entertainment, food […]

Light Up the Square 2025

Kickoff the winter season in downtown Mississauga with the Santa Claus parade, the opening of the City’s largest outdoor ice rink, and lighting of the Christmas tree! Watch the downtown glow with live musical entertainment, family-friendly activities, and outdoor holiday experiences across the entire parade route, including Celebration Square, Square One, and the surrounding streets.   Photo Source: City of […]

Town of Stouffville Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Friday, November 29, 2024, 7 – 7:30 PM – Civic Square – (Main Street) Join your Mayor and Council for a dazzling evening as we light up the Stouffville Christmas tree. Don’t be surprised if Santa himself drops by to spread some cheer!

A Very Murphy Christmas

A Very Murphy Christmas

Join Murphy’s Farm for it’s first ever Christmas Tree Lighting this November 15th! Families can enjoy marshmallows for roasting, warm hot chocolate and story time with Mrs. Clause! 🤶 Craft your very own ornament to take home or put on the tree! Registration required for Christmas Crafting. Free Admission. Donations to the foodbank will be accepted.

Light Up the Square 2024

Bringing a bright spark of joy and illuminating a winter’s dark night with colour, this annual event kicks-off the holiday season at the Celebration Square with the official lighting of the Christmas tree for the first time this season, and opening of the ice rink. The magic doesn’t stop there. Celebration Square will be home to a dazzling marque art […]

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