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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.
Tour showcases decoration contestants
Northumberland News - Cobourg,Ontario,Canada
Port Hope Tourism is running a tour of Port Hope neighbourhoods on Sunday,
Dec. 7 and 14 to showcase the six homes entered in the contest as well as
other ...
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Candlelight Christmas
Port Hope, Ontario
November 30, 2008–January 2, 2009
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, 2009
Heritage Park comes alive with a brilliant animated lights display
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A Capitol Christmas
Port Hope, Ontario
November 30-December 23, 2008
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
November 27, 2008 –January 3, 2009
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
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Christmas
Lights Across Canada
Ottawa, Ontario. If you are here in 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! Christmas
Lights Across Canada. More information on Ottawa, Ottawa
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Festival of Northern Lights Catch The Magic
Owen Sound,
Ontario November 14, 2087 to January 3, 2009
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.”
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Light Up the Park
Parry Sound, Ontario
November 29, 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 22, 2008
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 22, 2008
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.
Past Events
Light Up Night 2008
Cookstown, Ontario
November 14, 2008, 6pm to 10pm
- Town Crier & Christmas Tree Lighting at 6:30pm
- Lights
- Storefront Decorations
- Roving Carolers
- Delicious Treats
- Christmas Wares
- Shopping
- Parade at 8:30pm featuring Georgian Bay Steam Show!
- Visit with Santa Claus from 6 to 8pm and mail your letter!
- Ham Supper at the Cookstown United Church from 5 to 7pm (Call 458-2219 for more info)
- Cookstown Outlet Mall celebrates the festive season with new holiday décor and live entertainment on
- November 15th at 1pm
- Around the Corners Studio Tour, November 14th & 15th Sponsored by the Cookstown Chamber of Commerce
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Wonderland of Lights
Orillia, Ontario
November 17-November 23, 2008
This year the Festival site will be magically transformed into a winter wonderland decked with holiday wreaths and 'tree after glorious tree' in
beautifully designed settings. The Festival dates are Nov. 20-23 2008 and it is located at The Orillia
Square Mall.
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7th Annual Mayor's Festival of Lights
Penetanguishene, Ontario
November 28, 2008
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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Christmas Magic
Cobourg, Ontario
November 21, 2008 -
January 4, 2009
Christmas Magic transforms Victoria Park and the Waterfront into a dazzling display of over 100,000 coloured lights
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Annual Barrie Tree Lighting Ceremony
Barrie, Ontario
November 21, 2008
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 29, 2008
Includes "Wacky Theme Tree" competition, "Winter Lights Parade" on November 29, 2008 at 7:00pm
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First Light
Midland, Ontario
December 4-6, 2008
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
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Candlelight Walk
Port Hope, Ontario
November 30, 2008
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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