Festival of Lights
Friday, December 4, 2026, 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Penetanguishene Town Dock
FREE ADMISSION
Join us for one of Penetanguishene's most magical nights of the year! Celebrate the start of the Christmas season with the Festival of Lights, featuring the community tree lighting, the enchanting Window Wonderland displays throughout the town, Santa, skating, our exciting new Glo-Ho-Ho Glow-in-the-Dark Kids Party, live entertainment and more. It's an evening filled with festive fun, holiday cheer, and memorable experiences for the whole family.
5:00 - 5:30 pm: Town Dock Tree Lighting, Town Dock, 2 Main Street* Tree lit at 5:30 pm
5:30 - 7:30 PM - Activities at the Arena
Penetanguishene Memorial Community Centre, 61 Maria Street
NEW THIS YEAR! Glo-Ho-Ho Glow-in-the-Dark Kids Party
Kids are invited to wear their brightest glow gear, LED accessories, and black-light reactive clothing and step into a high-energy glow party experience! Interactive performers will keep the excitement going with dancing, games, music, and plenty of holiday fun all evening long.
Prizes will be awarded to the 2 kids with the most creative glow-in-the-dark outfits!
Enjoy:
• Visits with Santa
• Glo-Ho-Ho Glow-in-the-Dark Kids Party with interactive performers leading dances, special hoops performance, games, and activities
• Public Skating
• Face Painting
• Photo Booth with Instant Prints
• A special live musical performance inspired by a Disney favourite
• Crafts & Goodies
• Strolling Christmas Performers
• Free Hot Chocolate and cookies
Mark your calendar for Friday, December 4 and join us as we light up Penetanguishene for the holidays!