Events Description
Kingsville’s Fantasy of Lights Celebration will begin Saturday, November 18, 2023, with the annual Santa Claus Parade at 5:00 PM, followed by opening ceremonies at Lakeside Park. This year the parade’s theme is Christmas Magic .
Opening Ceremonies will begin once the the parade completely ends. Warm up inside at Lakeside Park Pavilion and enjoy free Hot Chocolate, a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus along with caroling.
Kingsville Express train rides
Take a ride on the Kingsville Express to tour the light display, and sip hot chocolate. The Kingsville Express is run by volunteers and requires good weather conditions to operate.
To help offset the cost of the event, Kingsville Express train rides cost $2 per person, $5 per family of four, or a donation.
Concert Series
On select Friday evenings, rain or shine, enjoy holiday music inside Lakeside Park Pavilion. These family friendly concert series are sponsored and hosted by the Kingsville Music Society.
Christmas Artisan Market
Browse beautiful handmade artisan works and pick up unique holiday gifts for friends and family that are all homemade.
Paws and Claus
Bring your pet and camera to have a photo taken with Santa Claus! There will be pet-friendly vendors onsite.
Crafts with Santa
Dress in holiday attire and join us for crafts, pictures with Santa, and other fun festive activities.
New Years Fireworks Show and Free Skating
End the year with a bang! Enjoy free skating, hot chocolate and crafts at the Kingsville Arena on December 31, 2023.
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time: Saturday, November 18, 2023 to Wednesday, January 3, 2024.
Santa Claus Parade | Saturday, November 18 ~ 5:00 PM @ Jasperson and Main Street
December 8, 2023
6:00 pm – The Laughtertainer (a Christmas Puppet Show)
7:00 pm – Julian Rodriguez (A Mexican Christmas Celebration)
December 15, 2023, 6:00 pm Colin Gronert Band (Jazzy Christmas)
December 22, 2023, 6:00 pm – Mary and Richard (Christmas Hits)
Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Sunday, December 3, 2023 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Paws and Claus Marketplace
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. @ Lakeside Park Pavilion
Crafts with Santa
Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm @ Lakeside Park Pavilion.
New Year’s Eve:
4:30 pm to 6:50 pm – Free Skating, Hot Chocolate and crafts. Skating is sponsored by Pathway to Potential.
7:00 pm – Fireworks launch for a Happy New Year and closing of the Fantasy of Lights events.