Light the Lights

Bundle up your family for the free annual Light the Lights outdoor celebration on Tuesday, December 3. Join City Council in celebrating the winter season by lighting up City Hall and the Queen Elizabeth II Courtyard trees.

Enjoy free winter fun including horse-drawn wagon rides, interactive ice creations, outdoor activities and games, local entertainment, free hot chocolate, a virtual coloring contest, and of course, a visit from Santa.

Be sure to dress warmly for this outdoor event. There will be limited access indoors.

Artist & Activity Information

• Alejandra Coronel – Alejandra Coronel is a rising Spanish singer well known for her soulful voice, magnetic charm and ability to transport audiences to the heart of Latin America with her enchanting melodies. She is the host of “Rincón Latino” on 93.1 CTJR FM and actively engages with the community through organizations like Hispanos en Regina, Regina Public Library, YMCA, MOSAIC, and Dress for Success, inspiring a love for Mexican culture and heritage through her artistry.
• Balfour Arts Collective - Balfour Arts Collective is an innovative high school program for students who are passionate about the arts. Dancers, actors, artists and performers build their skills while earning credits towards their high school graduation. They will kick off Light the Lights with an excerpt from their recent musical, High School Musical On Stage! You can give them a high five or take a selfie with their lovable characters as they mix and mingle throughout the event
• Dickens Yuletide Singers– Sing along to some holiday classics with this local group of talented singers, dressed in full Victorian attire.
• Fire and Ice Creations – Artist Peter Fogarty left the culinary profession to become a full-time ice carver with his company, Fire and Ice Creations. See Peter’s interactive pieces throughout the City Hall Courtyard, including ice furniture, ice games and an ice selfie!
• Growing Young Movers– Growing Young Movers (GYM) is a not-for-profit organization moving to eliminate gaps that currently exist for underserved and marginalized populations in Regina. GYM’s intergenerational approach to mentorship employs high school students from Scott Collegiate to work with children and youth throughout the North Central community. GYM aims to build capacity upon the strengths that already exist among the young people within the community. Together, we are “Moving for Change”.
• Keegan Duck – Keegan the Magician is a local professional magician and has been performing for audiences all over western Canada for over 20 years. Be prepared to be amazed and laugh as he performs impossible feats of magic for all audiences.
• Lone Creek Dance Troup – Mentored by Jeff Cappo, these talented powwow dancers and drum group sing in the original style as shared with them by their ancestors. Enjoy their mesmerizing performance under the lights!
• Prairie Percherons – Enjoy a free horse and wagon ride around City Hall!
• Regina Bell Ringers at the Knox Metropolitan Church– Throughout the event, you will notice the bells of the Knox Metropolitan Church ringing with some favourite holiday tunes. Thanks to the Regina Bell Ringers for continuing this important tradition since 1976.
• Regina Highland Dancing Association – The RHDA is a youth-focused organization that provides opportunities to develop physical fitness and promotes sportsmanship and personal excellence through Highland Dance. Their membership is comprised of dancers ranging from 4-55 years. The dances are fun and for anyone!
• SantaOpens in new window – Meet Santa, Mrs. Claus, and all his helpers! Santa will be located in the Henry Baker Hall.
• Saskatchewan Roughrider Football Club – Challenge a Saskatchewan Roughrider to a game of corn hole! Players from the Saskatchewan Roughriders will be hanging out with the Growing Young Movers to keep people moving and entertained with some fun outdoor activities.

Enter Our Virtual Colouring Contest

Children ages 12 and under are invited to participate in our virtual colouring contest in the spirit of the winter season.

This year’s colouring page was created by Regina-based Métis artist, Phyllis Poitras-Jarrett. Phyllis’ art celebrates traditional Indigenous worldview and harmony with all sources of life. Animals, plants, insects, land, water and air hold equal value on earth. Phyllis writes, “We must be mindful of our daily footprints by respecting and caring for Mother Earth… In my art the Spirit animals symbolize the qualities and values that every person has within themselves. Embracing these values will create conditions for our lights to shine bright on our life journeys.”

Phyllis’ print of the polar bear, titled, “Persistence & Empowerment”, highlights the importance of doing your best and reaching your goals. Phyllis reminds us, “Blizzards will always come, but the goodness of life keeps me on my path. You too can reach your goals with forward movement. Choosing to persist on an unknown path takes courage. Every day is an adventure to reach the next step.”

To learn more about Phyllis Poitras-Jarrett and her art, see her website at: https://www.metisspiritart.ca/Opens in new window

Fill out the information at the bottom of the page and submit it to win one of two City of Regina Prize Baskets!

Entry Deadline: December 10, 2024
Draw Date: December 11, 2024

Two ways to enter the contest:

1. Scan and email your colouring page to lights@regina.caOpens in new window

2. Drop off your colouring at the Ambassador’s Desk at City Hall – 2476 Victoria Avenue