Tree Lighting Ceremonies in Simcoe County – 2016
Twinkling lights and the scent of pine, a glowing Christmas tree brings a sense of wonder and joy to the holiday season. Grab a cup of hot cocoa and head out to see some of these magical tree lighting ceremonies happening around our region.
Celebrate Christmas
When: Dec 2 @ 6:30 pm – 8 pm
Where: BWG Leisure Centre, 471 West Park Ave., Bradford West Gwillimbury
What Is It: Gather the whole family to watch the tree lighting ceremony. Enjoy free hot chocolate, carol singing, skating and pictures with Santa. http://www.townofbwg.com
Tree Lighting Ceremony, Angus
When: Dec 2 @ 6:30 pm
Where: Centennial Centre, 18 King St., Angus
What Is It: Enjoy an evening of family fun and Christmas traditions with a visit from Santa Claus! http://www.essatownship.on.ca/community/communityevents
Tree Lighting Ceremony, Creemore
When: Dec 2 @ 6:30 pm
Where: Downtown Creemore
What Is It: Enjoy the tradition of the season as the Christmas tree is lit in town. Sponsored by Cara, complimentary hot dogs, hot chocolate, and cider will be available to all. Christmas carols will help get you into the holiday spirit. http://www.clearview.ca
Tree Lighting Ceremony, Stayner
When: Dec 2 @ 6:30 pm
Where: Station Park, Stayner
What Is It: Enjoy a carol sing, hot chocolate, bonfires and a visit from Santa as the town Christmas tree is lit! http://www.clearview.ca
Christmas Tree Lighting, Hillsdale
When: Dec 3 @ 7 pm – 8 pm
Where: Hillsdale Community Hall, Hillsdale
What Is It: The spirit of Christmas comes to Hillsdale as the town’s holiday tree is lit. Enjoy crafts, a visit from Santa, hot chocolate and treats! http://www.springwater.ca
Tay Township Tree Lighting
When: Dec 4 @ 3 pm – 5 pm
Where: Tay Community Rink, 560 Calvert St., Port McNicoll
What Is It: Enjoy a Christmas carol sing, face painting, hot chocolate, hot dogs and live entertainment as the holiday tree is lit for the season. http://www.tay.ca/en/Calendar/Events/Default.aspx
2nd Annual Candelight Stroll and Tree Lighting
When: Dec 9 @ 6:30 pm
Where: Horseshoe Resort – Highlands Clubhouse, 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd W., Oro-Medonte
What Is It: Don’t miss this candlelight walk through the Horseshoe village with multiple stops to enjoy holiday music, hot drinks and end off with a tree lighting ceremony. Donate a toy to the Salvation Army Toy Drive to receive a candle for the walk.