Whitby Lights the Night and Holiday Festival
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Town of Whitby
Whitby Lights the Night and Holiday Festival is an annual event that marks the official start to the holiday season held over six weeks. Starting November 25 to January 5, enjoy 100,000 magical lights and illuminated ground displays that transform Whitby Civic Park (555 Rossland Road), Grass Park (41 Baldwin St) and Celebration Square (405 Dundas Street West). The lights will be on daily from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Throughout the six weeks enjoy the many holiday events to choose from.
| Christmas in the Village | ||
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Experience the essence of an "olde time Christmas" and rediscover the magic of small-town traditions with family and friends as we kick off the holiday season in Grass Park (Downtown Brooklin) at the annual Christmas in the Village event. |
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| Whitby Farmers’ Market at Night | ||
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The Farmers Market is back for two nights of great holiday shopping from some of your favourite vendors. December 1 and December 8 from 3 pm to 8 pm at the Whitby Civic Recreation Complex lower parking lot. Parking is available at Town Hall. |
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| Downtown Whitby BIA Christmas Market | ||
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It's back! The fourth -annual Downtown Whitby Christmas Market will be held on Friday, December 3 from 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, December 4 from 12:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. at Celebration Square in front of the Whitby Public Library at 405 Dundas St. W. Christmas Market highlights the best that Durham Region has to offer in both shopping and grassroots musical talent. As an organization whose sole mission is to provide, enhance and improve the geographic area we serve, the DWBIA is overjoyed to be bringing this wonderful event back to the residents and businesses of Whitby. Each year, the Christmas Market allows friends and families to come together to celebrate the spirit of Christmas by enjoying winter activities, live music, delicious eats, warm fires, white lights and the best holiday shopping in Durham Region. This free event takes place outdoors and is open to attendees of all ages. |
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| Santa Claus Parade | ||
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The Whitby Santa Claus Parade has been held on the first Saturday of December for 50+ years. An event for all ages, the Whitby Santa Claus Parade showcases over 50 organizations holiday spirit as they move along the Brock St. parade route. The parade is Saturday December 3 starting at 10:00 a.m. |
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| Elexicon Energy Holiday Pop-Up | ||
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Join the Whitby Lights the Night and Holiday Festival sponsor Elexicon Energy at a special Holiday Pop-up on December 13 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Enjoy carollers, hot chocolate, fun giveaways and even Santa as you walk through the lights at Whitby Civic Park. |
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| Channukah Celebrations | ||
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Join the Chabad Jewish Centre on December 19 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Whitby Public Library for the 13th Annual Chanukah Celebration. This event is free to attend. |
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| Whitby Staycation and Date Night Ideas | ||
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Our tourist experts have put together some itineraries for you to #ExploreWhitby! With a little bit of everything for everyone, there are sure to be many activities to add to your plans this Holiday season. Whether you are new to the Town, a long time resident or just visiting, these itineraries will have you exploring all throughout Whitby.
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