This big holiday celebration is bringing a festive parade and fireworks show to Alberta

Olds Fashioned Christmas is back for another year of exciting holiday festivities in Alberta, bringing along fireworks, tree-decorating competitions, and so much more for this decades-old community tradition.

The Town of Olds, according to its website, has been hosting this Christmas celebration since 1993. For this year’s magical winter season, Olds will be continuing its long-held tradition with a massive kickoff ahead of the holidays. Residents and visitors will be able to check out the Christmas parade, have breakfast with the Grinch, and can even participate in the second annual Tree Decorating Throwdown.

For those looking to start winter off with a bang, these community festivities will ensure a great time for you and the entire family.

What to expect at this year’s Olds Fashioned Christmas

The kick-off holiday events as part of Olds Fashioned Christmas will be taking over the town on Friday, Nov. 27, and Saturday, Nov. 28.

According to the Town’s website, the schedule for this year’s event will include:

Friday, Nov. 27

• Skate with Buddy the Elf and Friends at Olds Sportsplex from noon to 1:30 p.m.
• Kick Off Christmas Fireworks at Rotary Athletic Park from 7 to 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 28

• Breakfast with the Grinch at Holy Trinity School (seatings at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m)
  • Tickets and registration are required for this event, with tickets for adults and teens costing $10 and seniors’ and children’s tickets costing $5. Children three and under can attend for free.
• Tree Decorating Throwdown at Future Ag Event Centre (5166 52nd St., Olds, Alta.) at 10:30 a.m.
  • Those looking to participate can register in teams of up to six people online. There is a registration fee of $50 per team.
• Touch of Christmas Market at Future Ag Event Centre (5166 52nd St., Olds, Alta.) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Grinchmas Swim at MVP Aquatic Centre from 1 to 4 p.m.
  • Public swim rates still apply.
• Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus at Future Ag Event Centre (5166 52nd St., Olds, Alta.) from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
• Caroling Truck Rides at Future Ag Event Centre (5166 52nd St., Olds, Alta.) from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
• Light Up the Park at Centennial Park from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
• Santa Claus Parade of Lights at multiple Olds locations from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Looking for a full list of all the other holiday events and activities being held by Olds? You can check out their in-depth Christmas calendar online.

Whether you’re checking out the fireworks or you and a team are taking on the tree-decorating challenge, this Christmas celebration will definitely lift your spirits. You won’t regret heading over to Olds for this holiday tradition.

Olds Fashioned Christmas

When: Friday, Nov. 27, and Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026
Time: Noon to 7:30 p.m. on Friday; 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday
Where: Multiple locations in Olds, Alta.
Cost: Varies (the majority of festivities are free)

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