The holidays are just around the corner and events are back! From markets to pop-ups, and twinkling celebrations, this year’s festivities, both in and outdoors, will be bigger, brighter and better than ever! Not sure where to go? Here are 7 light displays you can check out in and around Calgary this Christmas.
SPARKLE SPARKLE
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Grab your loved ones, a friend, or a new flame and experience a super-charged evening of lights, fun and tasty treats. TELUS Spark is back with Sparkle Sparkle, a beautiful event featuring lights, Santa and science.
When: Thursday, December 1st, 2022
Where: 220 Saint George’s Drive Northeast, Calgary
Time: 9 am – 9 pm
Cost: $19+
ZOOLIGHTS
Feeling sentimental? This holiday season, walk under a bed of stars and lights, grab a hot cocoa and take a seat by the fire! Zoolights is back and you won’t want to miss it – it is tradition after all!
When: Friday, November 18th until January 8th, 2022
Where: Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE
Cost: $21.95 for adults, $14.95 for children
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GLOW HOLIDAY FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
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Showcasing a million bulbs, this unique display will take light-loving Calgarians across the world in 70,000 square feet – and the best part is that you’ll be able to do so without freezing your butt off! Check out the link above for tickets.
When: Friday, November 25th, 2022
Where: 1800 Stampede Trail SE
Cost: $16+
NIKKA YUKO GARDENS WINTER LIGHTS FESTIVAL
Though its best known for its green grass and gardens, Nikka Yuko is an incredible spot in the wintertime. Don’t believe us? Check it out and enjoy a magical evening of lanterns, and lights.
When: Starts Wednesday, November 30th
Where: Corner of 9th Ave S &, Mayor Magrath Dr. S, Lethbridge
Cost: $12.50
AIRDRIE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
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it’s back! Western Canada’s largest outdoor walk-through display will return to light the night this December and it’ll be just as beautiful as ever. Drink hot chocolate, take a lap around the ice rink, take photos, and cozy up next to their fire. You won’t want to miss it!
When: Thursday, December 1st – 31st, 2022
Where: Nose Creek Regional Park, Airdrie, AB
Time: 6 pm – 9 pm
Cost: Free
SPRUCE MEADOWS CHRISTMAS LIGHTS DRIVE-THRU
Grab a hot beverage, crank up the Michael Buble and take a relaxing drive through the grounds at Spruce Meadows. Enjoy thousands of lights, sights, and a ton of Christmas spirit from the comfort of your own vehicle. What could be better!?
When: Friday, Saturday & Sunday starting December 9th, 2022
Where: Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary
Time: 5 pm – 10 pm
Cost: Free
LIONS PARK FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
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Prepare to be dazzled, Calgary! This winter, grab a friend, a family member or a hot date, and take in the beautiful lights along 14th street. Dress warm, grab a hot chocolate and enjoy Calgary’s incredible display – for free! You won’t regret it!
When: Saturday, November 26th – January 7th, 2023
Where: Confederation Golf Course – 14th Street NW, Calgary
Time: 6 pm – 12 am
Cost: Free
There you have it, friends. 7 Christmas light displays you can check out in Calgary this season. Be safe, stay warm, and enjoy!
