Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonies are a great way to kick off the holiday season with family and friends. Enjoy an evening out with beautiful tree lighting.
Checkout our Guides to Spectacular Christmas Light Displays: Christmas Light Displays in Brampton, Mississauga, Christmas Light Displays in Georgetown and Milton, Christmas Drive Thru and Walk Thru Light Displays.
Local Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonies:
- Fairmont Royal York – Nov 20
- Toronto – Nov 30
- Georgetown – Dec 1
- Brampton – Nov 15
- Mississauga – Nov 23
- Streetsville in Mississauga – Nov 22
- Oakville: Bronte – Nov 23
- Kerr Village in Oakville – Nov 30th
- Aldershot Village in Burlington – Nov 23
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Brampton:
Date: Nov 15-16
Time: TBA
Location Downtown Brampton
Mississauga:
Light up the Square
Date: Nov 24
Time: 5-9PM
Location: Celebration Square
Bringing a bright spark of joy and illuminating a winter’s dark night with colour, this annual event kicks-off the holiday season at the Celebration Square with the official lighting of the Christmas tree for the first time this season, and opening of the ice rink.
The magic doesn’t stop there. Celebration Square will be home to a dazzling marque art installation for the holiday season.
Fun for the young and young at heart!
Event details:
- 7pm – Lighting of the Christmas Tree and holiday lights
- Official opening of the city’s largest outdoor skating rink, with a DJ Skate Party. Skate rentals are available on-site
- Snap a photo with Santa Claus
- Vibrant illuminated photo stations and LED Swings
- Dazzling marquee light installation and projection mapping installation
- Exciting live concert, featuring kids entertainment and live musical acts
- Paintbox Kids Zone featuring a giant interactive digital graffiti wall, face painting, and colouring station
- Food trucks serving up sweet and savoury curbside cuisine
Streetsville Christmas in the Village
Date: Nov 22
Time: 5-9PM
Location: Streetsville
Visit the charming town of Streetsville and experience the magic of Christmas in The Village. Shop gifts, sweets and more from over 30 vendors. Enjoy maple taffy, photos with Santa, live music, and photo ops that will make you feel like you’re in a Hallmark movie. This free event is brought to you by our wonderful sponsors and the Streetsville business community.
Kick off Christmas in the Village with our traditional tree lighting ceremony at 7:00pm on November 22,2024.
Santa will be in town from 5pm – 9pm. He will break from 6:30pm – 7:00pm for hot cocoa.
Listen to live music by River North from 5:00pm – 9:00pm.
This is an outdoor event.
The Polar Express Train and Horse Drawn Carriage rides will be on Saturday only.
Road closure
Queen St. South will be closed north of Thomas St. to Tannery. St. on Saturday, November 23rd from 7am to 9pm.
Main Street from Queen St. S to Church Street on Friday, November 22nd at 7am until Sunday, November 24th.
Georgetown:
Date: December 1st
Time: 6:30-8PM
Location: Dominion Gardens
Once again for 2024, we will be holding our annual December 1st Ignition Opening Ceremony. It all starts at 6:30pm in Dominion Gardens Park in Georgetown. Check back here for details. Ignition is at 7:00pm and the event runs until 8:00pm. There is lots to do for the whole family and the event is free.
This year the lights will be lit for everyone to enjoy at Dominion Gardens Park in Georgetown, Shelagh Law Parkette in Glen Williams and Acton Sports Park in Acton. As always, there is no charge to visit any of the parks and you do not need to make a reservation.
Oakville:
Date: November 23, 2024
Time: 3:00 – 7:00 PM
Location: Bronte Market Square, 2445 Lakeshore Road W., Oakville
At Home in Bronte for the Holidays
The businesses of the Bronte BIA present AT HOME IN BRONTE FOR THE HOLIDAYS on Saturday, November 23 from 3pm to 7pm in Bronte Market Square.
This is your official invitation to bundle-up, pack your jingle bells and ring-in the season with friends and neighbours because it’s going to be a tree-mendously merry time!
Kerr Village, Oakville: 30th Annual Kerr Village Christmas Tree Lighting
Date: November 30th, 2024
Time: 2:00 – 7600 PM
Location: Westwood Park, 173 Kerr Street, Oakville
Burlington
Date: Nov 23,2024
Time: 3:30-6:30PM
Location: 355 Plains Road East
The Aldershot Village Tree Lighting will once again kick off the Holiday season in Aldershot!
This year, we had added many cool and fun activations for the kiddos and families. There will be hot dogs, hot chocolate and snacks, choirs and live music, Santa & friends, face painting, balloons and Dragonbreath Entertainment!
Halton Police Cram A Cruiser – Please bring some non perishable food items for our annual campaign for the Burlington Food Bank.
Start your holiday shopping at our hugely popular Vendor Market which will feature some old favourites and new vendors as well.
We will be entertained by a variety of performers.
Join us and Snaptique in spreading holiday cheer at the Village Tree Lighting on Nov 23rd! The photo booth will be open to everyone from 3:30pm to 6:30pm, so come capture festive memories with us.
This event will take place at 355 Plains Road E
Toronto: Royal York Hotel
November 20, the magic begins…
Join us, Santa, the Candy Cane Carolers, and a special guest performance by Matt Dusk, in the grand lobby as we kick off the festive season with our Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and Festive Window Reveal.
The festivities begin at 4:30 pm with the Front Street Window Reveal, followed by the tree lighting at 5:00 pm.
NEW this year! Introducing House of York Holiday Pop-up!
Join us for a nightcap at our cozy cabin retreat. Evoking a sense of holiday nostalgia and Canadian winter spirit, House of York invites you to unwind, surrounded by the warmth of its rustic charm. Sink into a comfy, plush corner and delight in our festive cocktail offerings. This new holiday experience is open Friday & Saturday evenings, or available all year round for private events to celebrate any occasion.
Date: November 20, 2024
Window Reveal on Front Street: starts at 4:30 pm
Tree Lighting: starts at 5:00 pm
Toronto: Cavalcade of Lights
Saturday, November 30 from 3 to 11 p.m. Don’t miss the opening night celebration from 4 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, November 30. The tree-lighting will take place at 8:30 p.m.
Enjoy an unforgettable opening night, full of family-friendly activities, live entertainment, food vendors and a tree-lighting at 8:30 p.m.
