{"id":80256,"date":"2026-11-09T07:00:22","date_gmt":"2026-11-09T13:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/?p=80256"},"modified":"2026-11-13T13:32:57","modified_gmt":"2026-11-13T19:32:57","slug":"holiday-light-ups","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/holiday-light-ups\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Holiday Light-Ups and Santa Parades"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Edmonton! Get ready for twinkling lights, festive parades, and plenty of holiday cheer as communities throughout Edmonton and the surrounding area celebrate the season. From dazzling tree-lighting ceremonies and colourful Christmas displays to Santa sightings and FREE family fun, there are so many ways to make magical memories together! Bundle up, grab a hot chocolate, and discover all the festive fun in our Ultimate Guide to Holiday Light-Ups &amp; Santa Parades!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Keep checking back as we add more festive events to our 2026 Holiday Light-Ups &amp; Santa Parades Guide. \ud83c\udf84\u2728\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-212780\" src=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/files\/2023\/11\/Holiday-Light-Up-Events-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday Light Up Events Edmonton\" width=\"2560\" height=\"128\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/files\/2023\/11\/Holiday-Light-Up-Events-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/files\/2023\/11\/Holiday-Light-Up-Events-600x30.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/files\/2023\/11\/Holiday-Light-Up-Events-2000x100.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/files\/2023\/11\/Holiday-Light-Up-Events-768x39.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/files\/2023\/11\/Holiday-Light-Up-Events-1536x77.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/files\/2023\/11\/Holiday-Light-Up-Events-2048x103.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/greenland-garden-centre-lights-in-the-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lights in the Park<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Greenland Garden Centre Lights in the Park returns for the 2026 season, transforming the botanical garden into a magical Christmas display inspired by the movie <em>Elf<\/em>, complete with twinkling lights, narwhals, and polar bears! Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome, and a food truck will be on site.<br \/>\n<strong>Date:<\/strong> November 6 \u2013 December 23, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time:<\/strong> Tuesday to Saturday<strong> |<\/strong> 5 \u2013 9 PM, last entry 8:30 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> Greenland Garden Centre, Sherwood Park<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"OWA168cb8bd-6aba-7e3b-b31a-8d7d6c54507a\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" title=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/crossroads-winter-festival\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/crossroads-winter-festival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"2\" data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Crossroads Business Association Light Up the Night Festival<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Get into the holiday spirit at the Crossroads BIA Light Up The Night Festival! Bring the family to Edmonton\u2019s Inglewood neighbourhood for a festive evening featuring horse-drawn wagon rides, kids\u2019 activities, live music, a winter night market, and more!<br \/>\n<strong>Date: <\/strong>Friday, November 13, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time: <\/strong>4:00 PM \u2013\u00a08:00 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> Percy Page Centre | 11759 Groat Rd NW, Edmonton<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/all-is-bright\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">All is Bright Winter Festival<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Welcome the start of the holiday season with the FREE, family-friendly All Is Bright Festival on 124 Street! This two-day celebration features ice carving throughout the neighbourhood, dazzling light displays, live entertainment, and interactive experiences for all ages.<br \/>\n<strong>Date: <\/strong>November 13 &amp; 14, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time:<\/strong> 4:00 PM \u2013 8:00 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> 124th Street between 107th Avenue and 109th Avenue, Edmonton<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/strathcona-county-celebration-of-lights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Strathcona County Celebration of Lights<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Be there as Festival Place in Sherwood Park gets lit up for the holiday season! This FREE event is packed with holiday magic, including a winter carnival, wagon rides with Santa and Mrs. Claus, campfire cooking, cookie decorating kits, festive crafts, face painting, hot chocolate, letters to Santa, and more!!<br \/>\n<strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday, November 21, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time:<\/strong> 3:00 PM \u2013 5:00 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> Festival Place, Sherwood Park<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/light-up-in-central-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Light Up in Central Park Spruce Grove<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Celebrate the holiday season as Spruce Grove\u2019s Central Park transforms into a sparkling wonderland of Christmas lights! Full details are still to come, but previous years have included FREE hot chocolate, treats, crafts, and festive family activities!<br \/>\n<strong>Date: <\/strong>Saturday, November 28, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time:<\/strong> 3:00 PM &#8211; 6:30 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Venue: <\/strong>Central Park, Spruce Grove<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/downtown-winterval\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Downtown Winterval<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Downtown Winterval on historic 104 Street will feature a full range of deals, giveaways, FREE activities like live music, street hockey, glowing art installations, ice-carving lessons, photos with Santa, maple taffy, street performers, and more!<br \/>\n<strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday, November 21, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time:<\/strong> 4:00 pm \u2013\u00a08:00 pm<br \/>\n<strong>Venue: <\/strong>104 Street Block | 104 Street, North of Jasper Avenue, Edmonton<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"OWA411b176f-ff7c-2514-82d6-9f443a84489d\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" title=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/st-albert-snowflake-festival\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/st-albert-snowflake-festival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"13\" data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">St. Albert Snowflake Festival<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Kick off the Christmas season in style with this FREE family event that includes rides on the Polar Express mini train, sleigh and wagon rides, street hockey, a petting zoo, craft stations, food trucks, and the chance to meet surprise guests, including Santa! They will also offer a sensory-friendly Inclusion Experience!<br \/>\n<strong>Date:<\/strong> Friday, November 27, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time:<\/strong> 5:30 PM \u2013 9:00 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> Perron District, Downtown St. Albert<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/lights-up-fort-saskatchewan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lights Up! Fort Saskatchewan<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Enjoy\u00a0the light displays and fire dancers, listen to a special reading of \u2018<em>Twas the Night Before Christmas<\/em>, visit the holiday petting zoo, snack on delicious cookies and hot chocolate, meet roaming characters, and get your photo with Santa Claus!<br \/>\n<strong>Date:<\/strong> Friday, November 27, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time: <\/strong>5:15 PM \u2013 7:30 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Venue: <\/strong>Fort Saskatchewan City Hall<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/lighting-up-ada-boulevard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lighting Up Ada Boulevard\u00a0<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Bundle up and celebrate the start of the holiday season with Concordia University of Edmonton! Enjoy an afternoon and evening of festive fun as both the Main Campus and Magrath Campus light up for Christmas. Families can look forward to carolling, holiday crafts, hot chocolate, and a visit from the Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan!<br \/>\n<strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday, November 28, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time:<\/strong> 3:00 PM \u2013 7:00 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> Concordia University of Edmonton Main Campus and Magrath Campus<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/winter-whyte-light-up\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Winter Whyte Light Up in Old Strathcona<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>This FREE, family-friendly celebration features light displays, live entertainment, ice carving, roving performers, and festive activities throughout the neighbourhood. Enjoy local vendors, indoor family fun, and possible rides aboard the beautifully decorated Christmas Streetcar (weather permitting).<br \/>\n<strong>Date: <\/strong>Saturday, November 28, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time:<\/strong> 4:00 PM \u2013 8:00 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Venue: <\/strong>McIntyre Park, Edmonton<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/devon-christmas-in-the-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Devon Merry &amp; Bright Festival<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Celebrate the holiday season with this FREE, family-friendly event, including visits with Santa and the Grinch, horse-drawn sleigh rides, a petting zoo, marshmallow roasting, live entertainment, holiday crafts, and more! Enjoy train and antique fire truck rides, maple taffy, and cozy campfire storytelling while making magical holiday memories together.<br \/>\n<strong>Date: <\/strong>Saturday, November 28, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time: <\/strong>4:00 PM \u2013 8:00 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Venue: <\/strong>Across from Devon Public Library<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"OWAc47692a1-4f0a-4bc3-c7f4-40c474deec74\" class=\"x_OWAAutoLink\" title=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/celebrate-the-season\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/celebrate-the-season\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"16\" data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Light Up the Legislature Ceremony<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>The official\u00a0<span class=\"markv1zfxpdb3\" data-markjs=\"true\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\">Light<\/span> Up the Legislature ceremony will take place on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, and everyone is invited to be part of the incredible time-honoured tradition. Come early for festive fun at the Visitor Centre, including live music performances, family activities, and hot chocolate (by donation), then be outside at 6:30 pm when the switch will flip on the spectacular display and BIG Christmas tree!<br \/>\n<strong>Date:<\/strong> Tuesday, December 1, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time:<\/strong> 6:00 PM \u2013\u00a08:00 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> Violet King Henry Plaza, Edmonton<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-212779\" src=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/files\/2023\/11\/Santa-Claus-Parades-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Santa Claus Parades Edmonton\" width=\"2560\" height=\"128\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/files\/2023\/11\/Santa-Claus-Parades-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/files\/2023\/11\/Santa-Claus-Parades-600x30.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/files\/2023\/11\/Santa-Claus-Parades-2000x100.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/files\/2023\/11\/Santa-Claus-Parades-768x39.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/files\/2023\/11\/Santa-Claus-Parades-1536x77.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/files\/2023\/11\/Santa-Claus-Parades-2048x103.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/kingsway-holiday-parade\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kingsway District Holiday Parade<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Brighten your holiday season with the Kingsway District Holiday Parade! The parade will make its way from the Superstore intersection and travel east to Kingsway Mall, with many viewing areas to sit safely bundled up with the family. Afterwards, be sure to make your way to the mall to warm up and visit with the big man himself \u2013 Santa!<br \/>\n<strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday, November 21, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time:<\/strong> Starts at 5:30 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> Kingsway Avenue Service Road, Edmonton<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/leduc-santa-claus-parade\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Leduc Santa Claus Parade<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Get ready for a festive celebration! Santa Claus is coming to town for the Leduc Santa Claus Parade on Sunday, November 22, 2026! The Downtown District welcomes everyone to join the excitement, with free hot chocolate, popcorn, and plenty of holiday cheer.<br \/>\n<strong>Date:<\/strong> November 22, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time:<\/strong> 6:00 PM \u2013 7:00 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> Downtown Leduc<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/lite-up-the-nite-morinville\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Morinville Lite Up the Nite Christmas Festival &amp; Parade<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>The Town of Morinville is celebrating its annual Lite Up the Nite Festival! Kick off the weekend with a FREE holiday dance party (tickets required), followed by Saturday&#8217;s festive fun featuring Santa visits, crafts, live entertainment, a Christmas parade, park light-up, and fireworks! Wrap up the celebrations on Sunday with snowflake-themed activities and FREE family skating.<br \/>\n<strong>Dates:<\/strong> November 27\u201329, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> Various locations, Morinville<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/fort-saskatchewan-santa-claus-parade\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fort Saskatchewan Santa Claus Parade<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>The Fort Saskatchewan Santa Claus Parade is back, winding through the downtown streets with exuberant marching bands, beautifully decorated floats, and Santa riding aboard his magical sleigh!<br \/>\n<strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday, December 5, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Time:<\/strong> Starts at 4:30 PM<br \/>\n<strong>Venue:<\/strong> Traditional parade route through Downtown Fort Saskatchewan, starting at the corner of 101 Avenue and 101 Street<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\ud83c\udf85 <strong>Looking for more Family Fun this holiday season? Don&#8217;t miss <\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>our guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/edmonton\/christmas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Best Christmas Events in Edmonton<\/a>! \ud83c\udf84<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Edmonton! Get ready for twinkling lights, festive parades, and plenty of holiday cheer as communities throughout Edmonton and the surrounding area celebrate the season. 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