Whitby Lights the Night
Event & Festival
November 27, 2026
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Tree Lighting at 5:30pm
Civic Park
555-575 Rossland Road E
Join us for Whitby Lights the Night Festival, a magical evening of live entertainment, Christmas Farmers' Market, and a dazzling lighting ceremony. Celebrate the spirit of the season with family-friendly activities, festive treats, and a joyful community atmosphere!
Official Ceremony, Santa & Lights
Kick off the holiday season with the official tree-lighting ceremony (5:30pm), a visit from Santa, and a dazzling display of over 200,000 festive lights!
Entertainment & Strolling Performers
Enjoy live entertainment throughout the event and meet lively strolling performers spreading cheer!
Acitvities
LED dance floor, furniture and games will help light the night along with inflatables, fire truck and more!
Whitby Farmers' Christmas Market, Town Trolley and Parking Shuttle
Shop local at the special Christmas edition of the Whitby Farmers' Market, then hop on the festive Town Trolley or shuttle for easy travel and parking.
Heading to the Whitby Lights the Night Festival?
Park with ease and ride the holiday trolley! Tap below to view the event parking map and trolley route.
Please note: to accommodate preparations for this event the west parking lot of the Civic Recreation Complex will be closed from 5am on November 27 to 5am on November 28, 2026.
Experience Illuminations
Every Evening
Dusk until 10:00pm
Nov. 27, 2026 – Jan. 4, 2027
The Lights will continue throughout the season with over 200,000 magical lights and ground displays in Civic Park, Celebration Square and Grass Park. Snowflakes also line Downtown Whitby and seasonal décor in Downtown Brooklin welcomes both residents and visitors throughout the community.
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