The Town of Kingsville’s Fantasy of Lights is bringing “Christmas Magic” to the community with seven weekends of family-friendly events.
The festival returns on Saturday, November 18, 2023, with the Santa Claus Parade and Opening Ceremonies. The Santa Claus Parade, sponsored by SK Cornerstone, starts at 5:00 pm at Wigle Avenue and Main Street East, travelling on Main Street towards Division Street and ending at Lakeside Park. See our parade route map.
After the parade, join us for hot cocoa and carolling at the Lakeside Park Pavilion, and watch Santa Claus and Mayor Dennis Rogers flip the switch to light up the park!
The fun continues through the season, with more festive events hosted by the Fantasy of Lights committee.
Fantasy of Lights Display
Tour the grounds of Lakeside Park from November 18, 2023, to January 4, 2024, to see the beautiful light displays. These installations have been crafted and curated over the years, and it has become a local tradition for families to find their favourites. We’re excited to welcome a new display donated by the Optimist Club of Kingsville, a stand-in Snowman perfect for photo ops!
Kingsville Express Train Rides
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from November 24, 2023, to December 23, 2023, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Lakeside Park.
Take a ride on the Kingsville Express to tour the light displays while you sip hot chocolate. These rides are made possible by generous volunteer groups and depend on weather conditions. Tickets are $2 a person, $5 for a family of four, or by donation. Funds raised help support Fantasy of Lights events and continue community traditions.
Christmas Concert Series by Kingsville Music Society
December 8, 2023, December 15, 2023, and December 22, 2023, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Lakeside Park Pavilion.
Enjoy free indoor concerts featuring a variety of artists. The Christmas Concert Series is part of the Kingsville Music Society ‘Experience Kingsville’ program, funded by the Government of Canada under the Community Services Recovery Fund.
Christmas Artisan Market
Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Sunday, December 3, 2023, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Lakeside Park Pavilion
Support vendors selling handmade gifts, food, and so much more. Entry is free.
Paws and Claus Marketplace
Tuesday, December 5, 2023, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Lakeside Park Pavilion
Bring your pet and camera to have a photo taken with Santa Claus! There will be pet-friendly vendors on site. Entry is by donation.
Crafts with Santa by Kingsville Optimist Club
Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at Lakeside Park Pavilion
Come out in your holiday attire to make holiday crafts and participate in other activities! This free event is sponsored and hosted by the Kingsville Optimist Club.
New Year’s Fireworks Show and Free Skating – NEW this year!
Sunday, December 31, 2023, from 4:30 pm to 6:50 pm inside the Kingsville Arena.
Enjoy a free skate sponsored by Pathway to Potential, hot chocolate and crafts at the Arena. Stay as we ring in the New Year and wrap up our Fantasy of Lights Festival with fireworks at 7:00 pm.
Thank you to our sponsors, volunteers, committee, staff and community for making the Fantasy of Lights magical each year! If you want to help support this event, please email us at specialevents@kingsville.ca.
Check www.fantasyoflights.ca for updates, and follow Kingsville Parks and Recreation on Facebook.
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