This Alberta town is getting a holiday festival with a festive parade and fireworks show

The Lite Up the Nite holiday festival is taking over a small town in Alberta, bringing three days’ worth of holiday-themed celebrations, including fireworks, a dance party, and more.

North of Edmonton, Morinville is hosting Lite Up the Nite this November, its very own festive celebration for the holidays. To kick off the season, visitors and residents will be able to enjoy a variety of festive activities scattered throughout the town. Whether you’re taking photos with Santa, waving at him and Mrs. Claus in the holiday parade, or watching the colourful fireworks show, a good time will definitely be had.

What to expect at Morinville’s Lite Up the Nite

The free holiday festival will be coming to Morinville from Friday, Nov. 27, to Sunday, Nov. 29. Each day has its own lineup of exciting festivities at varying times.

According to the Town of Morinville’s schedule, the schedule for this year’s festival includes:

Friday, Nov. 27

• Lite Up the Nite Dance Party from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
  • Glitter tattoos
  • Glowsticks
  • Holiday photo booth
  • Interactive dance floor games
  • Prizes
  • Quiet activity room
  • Video dance party
  • Visits from the Grinch
  • Paid concession available
    • Tickets are free, and as of Nov. 10, you are able to get them online.

Saturday, Nov. 28

• Festive Family Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Balloon artists and face painters
  • Cookie decorating
  • Interactive games
  • Holiday craft stations
  • Live performances
  • Photos with Santa
  • Quiet activity room
  • A Sugar Shack
• Hot Chocolate at 5 p.m.
  • Visitors can enjoy a free cup of hot chocolate served by the Morinville Community Library and Friends of the Morinville Library Society (while quantities last).
• Lite Up the Nite Parade at 5:30 p.m.
  • The prelude parade leading into the light-up ceremony.
• Lite Up the Park at 6 p.m.
  • Visitors can check out the decorated park and light display in St. Jean Baptiste Park.
• Lite Up the Nite Fireworks at 7:30 p.m.
  • According to the Town, this spectacular firework show should be able to be seen from any part of the area.

Sunday, Nov. 29

• Snowflake Fun from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
  • Hot chocolate
  • Colouring sheets
  • Snowflake tattoos
  • Snowflake ornament making
• Flowpoint Fun Skate from 2:15 to 4:15 p.m.
  • Free skating with festive lights and Christmas tunes (guests will have to bring their own skates).

If you need a little help finding all of these fun activities and events, the Town of Morinville has provided a handy map on its website. No matter where you end up, though, a good time is definitely guaranteed.

For those wanting to start off the holiday season with a bang, this small town festival is going to deliver. Mark your calendars for the end of November, because you won’t want to miss this three-day extravaganza.

Lite Up the Nite

When: Friday, Nov. 27, to Sunday, Nov. 29, 2026
Time: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday; 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday; 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday
Where: Various locations in Morinville, Alta.
Cost: Free

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