Illustration of a snowy street at dusk with glowing string lights on houses and trees and a family and snowman by a fence (Ladysmith Festival of Lights)

Ladysmith Festival of Lights

Downtown streets illuminate with hundreds of thousands of festive lights as community floats, performers, and Santa Claus travel along the parade route. Visitors can browse a craft fair, watch street performers and live musical acts, and view an aerial drone show. Family activities include visits to Santa’s House, a photo booth, face painting, children's games, and numerous food trucks.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

ladysmithfol.com

When

Tickets

Admission is free for everyone.

Hours

3:00 PM craft fair; 4:00 PM street entertainment and food concessions open; 4:00–6:15 PM live entertainment; 6:15 PM Light Up Ceremony; 6:45 PM Kinsmen Parade; 8:30 PM approximately, after the parade ends, Drone Show.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Downtown Ladysmith

Food & Drink

Twelve food trucks and food concessions serve eats downtown.

Parking

First Avenue closes from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Accessible parking is via Buller Street with an authorized pass. Additional parking is at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Bethel Tabernacle Church, and Ladysmith Secondary School. Do not park along the Trans-Canada Highway. No shuttle service is available this year.

Accessibility

Handicapped parking is accessible via Buller Street from the southbound lane of the Trans-Canada Highway with an authorized pass.

Going?

Location

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Families with children and holiday-light fans

Vibe

Festive and lively

Energy Level

High

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Use one of the listed church or school parking areas, and avoid parking along the Trans-Canada Highway.
  • Display an authorized pass and enter Buller Street from the southbound highway lane if you need accessible parking.
  • Leave First Avenue clear for the road closure and parade route, and follow directions from traffic control personnel.
  • Use the festival map to locate food trucks, washrooms, first aid, Santa’s House and photo spots.
  • Plan to stay for the post-parade drone show if you want to see the full Light Up Night program.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Admission is free for everyone.
  • Light Up Night takes place on November 26, with the festival lights continuing through January 10.
  • Santa appears at the Light Up Ceremony and in the parade on November 26.
  • The Christmas Craft Fair at Aggie Hall is a separate event on Light Up Night.
  • A drone show follows the parade on Light Up Night.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can families do during Light Up Night?

Families can visit Santa’s House, use the photo booth, try face painting and children’s games, and watch the parade and drone show.

What food and entertainment are available?

Food concessions and food trucks serve downtown, alongside street performers and live music.

Where can I park, and is there a shuttle?

Additional parking is available at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Bethel Tabernacle Church and Ladysmith Secondary School. There is no shuttle service this year.

Is accessible parking available?

Accessible parking is via Buller Street for vehicles displaying an authorized pass.

How can parade participants enter a float?

The Ladysmith Kinsmen Club manages parade registration and float entry guidelines; registration details are available through the parade information site.

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