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In-person
Community
Family
Celebration of Lights
Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025
3:00pm to 5:00pm
Free
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Strathcona County
Nov.
15
15
Join us for Strathcona County’s annual Celebration of Lights, a festive kickoff to the holiday season!
This free, family-friendly event transforms Festival Place into a magical winter wonderland filled with holiday cheer.
Event highlights:
- Wagon rides with Santa and Mrs. Claus
- Campfire cooking and cozy treats
- Holiday crafts and face painting
- Letters to Santa writing station
- Cookie decorating kits to take home
- Special guests throughout the festival site
At 5 p.m., gather for the lighting of the community holiday lights and LED tree — a dazzling moment to welcome the season!
Give Back
Help spread the holiday spirit by bringing a donation for the Strathcona Food Bank.
Dress Warm!
Most activities take place outdoors, so bundle up and come prepared to enjoy the festivities in comfort.
Winter activity
100 Festival Way
Sherwood Park, AB, T8A 5T2
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