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In Edmonton
1) GLOW | Nov. 24–Jan. 2
not feeling like venturing out into the snow ? Explore twinkling light gardens of over a million lights inside GLOW, a 100,000-square-foot vacation hub that besides includes a maker ’ s market, food vendors, and visits with Santa Claus. || Edmonton EXPO Centre, 7515-118 Ave. glowyeg.ca
2) Celebrate the Season | Dec. 2, 4, 11, & 18
Enjoy an annual Edmontonian tradition with a visit to the Alberta Legislature grounds, lit up with over 100,000 lights in clock for the winter season ! On choose dates, you can besides enjoy hot cocoa courtesy of Cafe Vancia and performances by The Brasstactics. || Alberta Legislature Building, 9820-107 St. www.assembly.ab.ca/visit/events/celebrate-the-season
3) Zoominescence | Dec. 3–Jan. 2
See the Edmonton Valley Zoo in a solid new light ! Every weekend in December, plus on choose weekdays, walk the paths of the menagerie to discover artistic light installations created by talented purpose teams. You can besides enjoy hot chocolate, skate, and visits with the menagerie ’ s winter-loving residents. || Edmonton Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Road & 87 Ave NW. www.buildingourzoo.com/events/zoominescence
4) Downtown Holiday Light Up | Dec. 4 & 18
Churchill Square is once again hosting this gay class extravaganza, featuring music, films, and art installations in summation to rides on the Holiday Express, maple taffy, and more. The star of the show, of course, is the tree, which is illuminated by hundreds of twinkling lights all season long.Sir Winston Churchill Square, 100 Street. lightup.edmontondowntown.com
5) Candy Cane Lane | Dec. 10–Jan. 1
For over 50 years, the section of 148 Street between 99 and 92 Avenues has transformed into a wintry lightscape as the neigbourhood comes together to put on a express for all. Stroll or drive along the street to enjoy the appearance ! You can tied reserve a sled ride on blue-ribbon nights for an excess heap of Christmas charming. The lane is free to enjoy, but donations to the Edmonton Food Bank are graciously accepted—over 360,000 kilograms of food have been donated over the past 20 years. || 148 St. between 92 Ave. & 99 Ave. yegcandycanelane.com
Out of Town
1) Canadian Tire Magic of Lights | Nov. 19–Jan. 8
You can enjoy the magic trick of over 1 million lights while staying cozy in your car with this 2.5 kilometre track at Rad Torque Raceway. Past displays are making their return, including the Twelve Days of Christmas and Ornament Alley. Finish your travel with a travel though a 200-foot-long burrow of lights. || Rad Torque Raceway, 50342 Range Rd 253. castrolraceway.com
2) Fort Saskatchewan Enchanted Forest | Nov. 26–Jan. 7
These trees, decorated by local businesses and community organizations, are a beloved tradition in Fort Saskatchewan. This year, you can find them in front of City Hall and the Fort Saskatchewan Public Library. | 10005 & 10011 102 St, Fort Saskatchewan. www.fortsask.ca/en/things-to-do
3) Luminaria | Nov. 27–Jan. 9
Thousands of candles light up the walkways of the Kurimoto Japanese Garden, while a gay light display illuminates the Aga Khan Garden, creating a calm and charming know. Enjoy apple cider while you stay warm near a bonfire, or walk the paths to discover glistening ice rink sculptures and wandering carolers. || University of Alberta Botanic Garden, 51227 AB-60, Parkland County. luminaria.ualberta.ca
4) Leduc Country Lights | Dec. 1–Jan. 2
A collaboration between the Leduc West Antique Society and the Leduc Kinsmen, this immersive light experience takes you past dozens of lit-up characters and shimmering trees. Warm up along your walk with enough of bonfires along the paths. | 49541 Range Rd 260, Calmar. leduccountrylights.ca
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5) Brighten Up Beaumont | Dec. 17–19
Enjoy the lights as you stroll through Beaumont ’ s Four Seasons Park, plus take share in a variety of activities like ice skating and a Story Walk courtesy of the Beaumont Public Library. Be surely not to miss the fireworks on December 18 ! | 5417-43 Ave, Beaumont. www.beaumont.ab.ca
6) Festival Place Holiday Light Shows | All December Long
Drive by Sherwood Park ’ s Festival Place between 6 am–8 am and 4 pm–11 phase modulation to enjoy an LED sparkle appearance and vacation music ! Though the Celebration of Lights festivities are already over, you can even share in the fun with a contribution to the Strathcona Food Bank at 255 Kaska Road in Sherwood Park. 100 festival Way, Sherwood Park. strathcona.ca/recreation-events/festivals-and-events
