Toronto 
Events Description
This event beckons the return to light on the eve of the winter solstice every December 21st. On this longest night thousands of decorated revelers take part, with hand-made emblematic lanterns, encountering on route, tented-theatrical scenarios of shadow play, rooftop masking antics, roving giant puppets and stilted dancers with eclectic musical accompaniment. All are illuminated by the glow of fire breathers and spinners, and a Fire Finale harkening the return to light.
2025 Festival
Experience a magical evening on the longest night of the year with Red Pepper Spectacle Arts. Enjoy live music, theatrical performances, tall puppets roaming the streets, and mesmerizing fire arts throughout the market.
Wander through the festival and take part in the return of light, reflecting on the warmth of community and connection.
PRODUCED BY RED PEPPER SPECTACLE ARTS
Who is it for?
All ages – Family
Dress warmly, with glowing adornment and bring a noisemaker to bring in the return to light.
HOW MUCH
Tickets : Free
Lanterns for sale: $30
Donations Appreciated.
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
Sunday, December 21, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
3:30–6:30: Solstice Lanterns for Sale. Oxford St. & Augusta Ave
6:00 PM: Parade Assembly. Oxford St. & Augusta Ave
6:30 PM: First Light
7:00 PM: Parade Kickoff at Augusta Ave & Oxford St to the Fire Finale in Alexandra Park
Venue & Address :
Augusta Ave and Oxford St. to Alexandra Park at 275 Bathurst St., Toronto
Lantern Sale: Oxford St & Augusta Ave
Fire Finale: Alexandra Park
Route: travels via Augusta Ave, turns right on Baldwin St, south on Kensington Ave, turns left on Dundas St and ends at Alexandra Park
Paid Parking
Public Transit Accessible
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