| As we approach the winter solstice, a Canadian tradition
to bring light back into our lives as the days grow shorter is a focus
of many community events throughout the world. Here in Ontario one of
the oldest ceremonies takes place in Midland Ontario dating back to the
early 1600's at the time of the French Jesuits at Sainte Marie among the
Hurons. Many of the lighting ceremonies are tied into Christmas events,
Santa Claus Parades, and activities
that continue into the new year. We have prepared a list of lighting ceremonies
with a variety of names including Wonderland of Lights, Mayor's Festival
of Lights, Candlelight walk, Tree Lighting Ceremony, All Light at Night
Festival, Winter Lights, and A Capitol Christmas. Head north of Toronto
for a fresh and colourful season of lights.
Wonderland of Lights
Orillia, Ontario
November 16-December 31, 2007
Thousands of white lights adorn Downtown stores, buildings & trees.
10,000 blue LED lights illuminate Community Christmas Tree at Orillia
Opera House
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6th Annual Mayor's Festival of Lights
Penetanguishene, Ontario
November 23, 2007
A dazzling display of lights awaits you during the Town of Penetanguishene’s
Festival of Lights Celebration for the official lighting of the Town’s
Christmas tree. Twinkling lights and candles light your way to great fun
and family actives that will spark the spirit of the season for all to
enjoy.
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Festival of Lights
Kapuskasing, Ontario
November 17 –January 1, 2008
Riverside Park will be transformed into a Winter Wonderland with over
100,000 shimmering lights and displays.
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Christmas Magic
Cobourg, Ontario
November 21, 2007 -
January 4, 2008
Christmas Magic transforms Victoria Park and the Waterfront into a dazzling
display of over 100,000 coloured lights
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Here
Annual Barrie Tree Lighting Ceremony
Barrie, Ontario
November 23, 2007
Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with the lighting of the
tree in downtown Barrie.
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Espanola Winter Lights
Espanola, Ontario
November 24-December 25, 2007
Includes "Wacky Theme Tree" competition, "Winter Lights
Parade" on 24 Nov 07 at 7:00pm and "Winter Light up the Night
for Peace" on 24 Dec 07 at 6:00pm (a night of hope and remembrance).
Web Site Click
Here
First Light
Midland, Ontario
November 29 – December 1, 2007
Visitors to Sainte-Marie’s “First Light” event will
experience Midland’s famous heritage site amidst the magical glow
of over 2,000 candles. Enjoy children’s Christmas crafts, seasonal
music, artisans and more
Web
Site Click Here
Candlelight Walk
Port Hope, Ontario
November 30, 2007
Join the carollers as they parade down Heritage Main Street with candles
to Memorial Park for the delightful lighting ceremony, more carolling
and refreshments.
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Candlelight Christmas
Port Hope, Ontario
November 30, 2007–January 2, 2008
Thousands of lights decorate trees in a Victorian Village setting in Port
Hope Memorial Park for your viewing pleasure until January 2nd
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Magic of Winter Lights Display
Barrie, Ontario
November 23-February 3, 2008
Heritage Park comes alive with a brilliant animated lights display
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A Capitol Christmas
Port Hope, Ontario
November 30-December 23, 2007
Visit the Capitol Theatre, all decked out with thousands of lights and
trees available to be won by raffle. For viewing call 1-800-434-5092
E-mail: boxoffice@capitoltheatre.com
Upper Canada Village's Alight at Night Festival
Morrisburg, Ontario
December 3-31, 2007
Stroll around historic Upper Canada Village to see the streets adorned
with close to 200,000 lights. There will be horse-drawn wagons and carriage
rides as well as Toy Train rides for the kids. There is shopping on site,
as well as places to dine
Web Site Click
Here
Christmas Lights Across Canada
If you are here in Ottawa during the month
of December you should take a drive or a stroll downtown to see the beautiful
lights at Parliament Hill and other sites along Confederation Boulevard!
What a sight to see!
Festival of Northern Lights Catch The Magic
Owen Sound, Ontario November 16, 2007 to
January 6, 2008
20th Anniversary Owen Sound has a History of Local resident Sally Sargent
was quoted in a past Sun Times article as saying it was fairly easy to
determine who worked for Noma Lites during the 1950s and early '60s in
Owen Sound. “You'd be able to drive down the street and see all
of the homes all lit up with lights and you would know they worked at
Noma. . . . You'd almost have to wear sunglasses when you went by some
of the houses.” Web
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Light Up the Park
Parry Sound, Ontario November 30, Market
Square Park
An annual event to start our Festive Season. Free turkey draws and hot
chocolate. Music and caroling starting at 6:30 pm with a local student
receiving the honor of lighting up the whole park, followed by a visit
from Santa. Come join the celebration.
Light Up Your Christmas Spirit
Collingwood, Ontario
Saturday November 24, 2007
Kick off your Christmas season at the official 'lighting' of downtown.
Activities include a children's shopping party, children's crafts and
games, wagon rides, guided historic tours, and entertainment throughout
the streets, and the official lighting up of downtown. The downtown will
come alive at 6pm with the lighting of the holiday lights, including the
beautiful Christmas Tree at the north end of Hurontario Street
Wasaga Beach Annual Tree Lighting
Wasaga Beach, Ontario
November 23, 2007
The Oakview Woods Outdoor Complex hosts the tree lighting ceremony with
hot chocolate, and Christmas Carols and a visit from Santa.
For more late fall, early winter events and festivals see Ontario
events festivals fairs.
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