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Festive tree-lighting ceremonies are taking over Edmonton and the surrounding areas this season, illuminating the province with holiday magic and cheer.
We’ve rounded up a bunch of the tree-lighting ceremonies being held in and around Edmonton. With a number of celebrations happening all around, these events are bringing sculptures, treats, and so much more for the festive season ahead. If you’re looking for the best way to kick off the holidays, these community events are definitely the way to go.
Edmonton’s 124th Street is lighting up for the street’s annual free winter festival: All Is Bright. This event features over a dozen ice sculptures, light displays, and loads of interactive experiences the whole family can enjoy, including the big light-up ceremony at 6:30 p.m.
When: Friday, Nov. 13, and Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
Time: 4 to 8 p.m.
Where: 124th Street, Edmonton (and the surrounding area)
Cost: Free
According to Strathcona County, this year’s free light-up event will feature an LED tree show, holiday music, activities and games, as well as special appearances from Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Grinch.
When: Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
Time: 3 to 5 p.m.
Where: 100 Festival Way, Sherwood Park, Alta.
Cost: Free
Fort Saskatchewan’s light-up celebration comes along with loads of fun, free things to do, including (but not limited to) face painters, a petting zoo, live ice block carving, fire shows, carolers, and, of course, the countdown and light-up.
When: Friday, Nov. 27, 2026
Time: 5:15 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: 10005 102nd St., Fort Saskatchewan, Alta.
Cost: Free
Over north in St. Albert, the Snowflake Festival pops up every winter to deliver some energy to the city over the holidays. This November, the annual festival will be returning with more free activities and tons of stuff to explore all throughout the downtown core. Not to mention, it’ll also be lighting up the city’s streets and tree.
When: Friday, Nov. 27, 2026
Time: 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: Perron Street, St. Albert, Alta. (multiple locations in downtown St. Albert)
Cost: Free
This outdoor light-up celebration over in Stony Plain is one of the community’s most beloved seasonal events.
With a live DJ, appearances from Santa and Mrs. Claus, the massive tree-lighting ceremony, as well as a whole load of free treats for guests, the Winter Light Up event will be brightening up downtown Stony Plain with this annual festivity.
When: Sunday, Nov. 29, 2026
Time: 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Main Street, Stony Plain, Alta.
Cost: Free
The Alberta Legislature grounds will be lighting up this December for its annual holiday tradition. In addition to the light-up ceremony, the majority of December will feature free festive musical performances at the Legislature rotunda and grounds (with the schedule to be released on the Legislative Assembly of Alberta’s website).
When: Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026
Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: 10800 97th Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta.
Cost: Free
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