Christmas Lights and Decorations in Edmonton 2018

Photo Credit: Leduc Country Christmas Lights

Christmas Lights & Decorations in Edmonton- 2018

List of ‘Christmas Lights & Christmas Tree Light up events across Alberta Capital Region.

Brighten up the season by enjoying the artistic lights of Enchanted Forest at Fort Saskatchewan or the fireworks at Beaumont.

Explore Alberta Capital Region through Christmas lights. All the places mentioned are great venues to see X-mas lights. Lights will remain till the season is over, unless otherwise mentioned.

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1. All is Bright on 124

The businesses of 124 Street and High Street light up the community with our annual light up festival, a unique event that celebrates the coming of the winter season in Edmonton and lighting up the night through illumination, fun, and live entertainment to patrons of all ages. Details

Saturday, November 10, 2018 | 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Shop 124 Street & Area, Edmonton

Free.

2. Christmas Light-up – Stony Plain

Join in the lighting of Town’s holiday lights, including the beautiful Christmas tree, while the as carollers sing traditional Christmas songs and Santa Claus makes his first appearance of the season. Downtown comes alive with the lighting of the Town’s holiday lights, including the beautiful Christmas tree set in the centre of 50 Street, as carollers sing traditional Christmas songs and Santa Claus makes his first appearance of the season. Details

Thursday, November 15, 2018 – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Downtown Stony Plain
50 St. and 51 Ave. intersection

Free. bring a toy or a non-perishable food item for the Kinsmen Club’s Christmas Hamper Program.

3. Lighting of the Lee Pavilion

Dickens Fest Edmonton is a new festival that builds on Edmonton’s exuberant embrace of its status as a Winter City.

Part of the festival is the dazzling display in the Citadel theatre’s iconic Lee Pavilion. Details

Friday, November 16 | 5 P.M., Pavilion of Light will be open to the public from mid-November through to the end of the year.

Citadel Theatre, 9828 101 A Avenue, Edmonton

Free

4. The Magic Of Lights

The Magic of Lights is comprised of festive and vibrant LED illuminated displays celebrating the joy of the holidays. A 2km “drive through” experience from the comfort of your own car. Details

November 16, 2018 through January 5, 2019 | 5:00 PM -10:00 PM

Castrol Raceway
Highway 19 & Highway 2 (2 kms West); Nisku

Car- $25+gst

5. Celebration of Lights

Kick off the holiday season at Strathcona County’s Celebration of Lights Festival. Join Santa and the Mayor as the magic of the season comes alive with the digital Christmas tree and community holiday lights outside the Community Centre. Enjoy a FREE afternoon full of magical and unforgettable activities! Details

Saturday, November 17, 2018 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Festival Place, 401 Festival Lane, Sherwood Park

Free. Donation for the Strathcona County Food Bank appreciated.

6. Snowflake Festival Light Up

Light up the holidays with a traditional Christmas celebration you won’t want to miss! As we light up the Perron District with the warm glow of Christmas lights, you and your family can admire the live ice sculpture display, take a ride in a horses drawn wagon, mingle with live reindeer, and soak kin other unique entertainment and displays in this winter wonderland. Details

Friday, November 23, 2018 | 06:30 PM – 09:00 PM

Perron District, St Albert

Free.

7. Festival of Trees

In this season of giving, participate in the annual holiday tradition of the Festival of Trees, which is in its 31st year. The event is a valuable fundraiser for the University of Alberta Hospital, the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute and the Kaye Edmonton Clinic. See over 100 decorated trees and displays, join in the kids activities, Santa’s breakfast, Luncheon & Fashion Show and the Glamorous Gala Evening. Details

November 29 – December 2, 2018

Family Fun Night: Thursday, November 29, 2018| 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Santa’s Breakfast: Sunday, December 2, 2018 | 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Shaw Conference Centre
9797 Jasper Avenue Northwest Edmonton

Adult (18+) $10
Youth (13-17)/ Senior (65+) $5
Child (2-12) $2
Special Needs Guest/ Caretaker/Companion of Special Needs Guest: $2

Breakfast: $10 – $20

8. Glow Christmas – St Albert

Glow is the largest indoor Christmas festival in Edmonton. Bring together the people you love to stroll, laugh and play under the twinkle of half a million lights. Explore 80,000 sq ft of interactive light sculptures, Stroll under 50,000 lights, Shop for unique gifts from 20+ local vendors, Enjoy delicious treats from local food trucks and breweries. Details

November 22 to January 19, 2018 | 04:00 PM – 10:00 PM

The Enjoy Centre
101 Riel Drive, St. Albert

$16.99 to $22.99

9. Brighten Up Beaumont

Horse drawn sleigh rides, music, skating, hot chocolate, crafts, live entertainment a visit from Santa are all included in this fantastic event! Bring your family or friends and come join in the spirit of the holidays! Details

Friday, November 30, 2018 | 06:00 PM – 08:00 PM

Fireworks at 08:30 PM

Town of Beaumont – Beaumont Composite Highschool – Four Seasons Park & Fireworks over Don Sparrow Lake

Free. Bring a donation for the
Beaumont Christmas Elves

10. Lights Up – Fort Saskatchewan

Presented by the City of Fort Saskatchewan and the Downtown Business Council. Hot Chocolate, Carollers, Red Nosed Reindeer and more! Details

Friday, November 23, 2018 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

City Hall, 10005 – 102 Street, Fort Saskatchewan

Free.

11. Enchanted Forest – Fort Saskatchewan

Come enjoy the splendor of the holiday season as we transform The Dow Centennial Centre, The Shell Theatre, City Hall and Fort Saskatchewan Public Library into Enchanted Forests. Details

November 23, 2018 – January 7, 2019

December through Orthodox Christmas

Dow Centennial Centre, The Shell Theatre, City Hall and Fort Saskatchewan Public Library, Fort Saskatchewan

Free.

Photo Credit: City of Spruce Grove

12. Christmas in Central Park

Embrace the start of the festive season with the magical transformation of Central Park. Join for an afternoon of fun and the official “light up” of Spruce Grove’s Christmas lights. Crafts, games, a visit from Santa and fireworks are all part of the festivities. Details

Saturday, November 24, 2018 |2:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Central Park, 450 King St, Spruce Grove

Free. Non perishable donations to the Kinette Food hamper are encouraged.

13. Light Up Heartland

Come out for food, festive activities and kids’ entertainment! Meet and take photos with some of your favourite princesses and a superhero! Experience the Christmas tree light-up and incredible fireworks display. Details

Saturday, November 24, 2018, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Heartland Hall (Firestation #4), 55305 Range Road 214, Strathcona County

Free.

14. Country Christmas Lights

Winter wonderland of Christmas lights in Leduc — FINAL YEAR. Details

November 30 to December 30, 2018

Leduc – Directions to the site , see link above.

Free; Donations of food or cash are being accepted for the Leduc & District Food Bank.

15. Canadian Pacific Holiday Train

The Canadian Holiday Train embarks on its three-week journey from Montreal, Quebec, finishing up in BC. Each event features a boxcar stage, a lineup of great musical talent and a contribution to the local food bank. The whole train is lit up like a christmas tree. Details

Leduc: Sunday, December 9, 2018
Arrival: 8:15 PM; Show: 8:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Josephburg: Monday, December 10, 2018
Arrival: 5:00 PM; Show: 5:15 PM – 5:45 PM

Edmonton: Monday, December 10, 2018
Arrival: 7:45 PM Show: 8:15 PM – 8:45 PM

(Comes once in two years to City of Edmonton)

Donations to local food bank.

16. Celebrate the Season light-up

The annual Celebrate the Season light-up is the kick-off to holiday events at the Alberta Legislature. Festivities begin in the Legislature rotunda with a choir performance, followed by the Premier’s ceremonial turning on of the colourful outdoor lights. Most noon hours and evenings listen to choir performances in the rotunda. In the evening sip free hot chocolate served to visitors in the Legislature rotunda. Details

Light up: December 4, 2018

Performances in the Legislature Rotunda from December 7 to 23

Lights until end of the season.

Alberta Legislature Building, 10800 – 97 Avenue, Edmonton

Free.

Photo Credit: Valley Zoo Development Society

17. Zoominescence – Festival of Lights

Sip hot chocolate and have a fun time at the zoo, enjoying the Light Installations, Skating, DJ’s, Fire dancers. Details

December 1 – 30, 2018

Edmonton Valley Zoo
13315 Buena Vista Road,Edmonton

$8.50/adult, $6/child

18. Winter Whyte Light Up

Join us for our first annual Winter Whyte Light Up! The Old Strathcona Business Association is lighting up McIntyre Park and we have a ton of fun activities planned. Details

Saturday, December 1, 2018 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Dr. Wilbert McIntyre Park
8331 104 St NW, Edmonton

FREE

19. Luminaria

Stroll through the breathtaking candle lit paths. sip hot apple cider beside the bonfires, enjoy the seasonal sounds of strolling a capella singers and catch a glimpse of the magical “snow sprites” and glittering ice sculptures. Light a candle in memory of a loved one in a special memory lane. Details

December 7 – 9, 2018 | 05:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Kurimoto Japanese Garden, Devonian Botanic Garden.
Located in Parkland County, 5 kms north of Devon on Highway 60.

Tickets must be purchased in advance.

$7.50 to $15.00

20. Candy Cane Lane

Join in Edmonton tradition and revel in the spectacle of colourful light displays and unique decorations installed at the Candy Cane Lane. Enjoy the sleigh rides (booking required). Details

December 7 until midnight December 31, 2018

Sleigh Rides – 45-60 minutes on select days

Candy Cane Lane is located at 148 Street between 100 Avenue to 92 Avenue Edmonton.

Free.

Sleigh rides ticketed : $17

Donations for the Edmonton Food Bank appreciated.

21. ETS Christmas Tours

In spirit of the holiday season, ETS will offer Christmas Lights Tours to thank transit riders. This year, tours will begin at the Alberta Legislature where guests will be able to view the display and listen to the choirs. Next, tours will depart to Candy Cane Lane and return to Churchill Square and City Hall. Details

December 14 to 16, 2018

Tours will depart from the north side of City Hall on 99 Street and 103A Avenue (bus stop #1123).

Tickets go on sale December 3. $5.00 @ tixonthesquare.ca

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Christmas Lights and Decorations in Edmonton 2018