The Metropolis of St. Catharines is delighted to deliver again its cherished vacation competition, Let it Glow: A Celebration of Gentle, for its fourth season.
Kicking off on Saturday, Nov. 23, and working by to Jan. 5, 2025, this 12 months’s competition will illuminate Rennie Park, Port Dalhousie, and downtown St. Catharines with dazzling gentle shows and free, family-friendly actions.
On opening evening, Nov. 23, residents and guests are invited to hitch within the vacation spirit with stay leisure, glow-in-the-dark giveaways, and complimentary scorching chocolate at each Rennie Park and Lakeside Park. A DJ, beloved characters, and buskers will deliver extra vacation cheer, whereas the historic Lakeside Park Carousel might be open one-night solely, providing nostalgic rides. Households can even seize memorable moments at a Santa picture station, with complimentary pictures to share and cherish.
“Let it Glow has quickly become a holiday tradition, transforming our city into a glowing wonderland and creating lasting memories for everyone who attends,” mentioned Mayor Mat Siscoe. “This year we’re thrilled to expand the event with even more lights, interactive installations, and opportunities for families to celebrate the season together.”
Highlights of Let it Glow 2024:
Rennie Park Illumination – Over 50 illuminated installations await guests at Rennie Park, with a wide range of interactive gentle sculptures for all to discover. These vibrant shows make for gorgeous picture alternatives and a magical night expertise.
Lakeside Park Enjoyable – Opening Night time Solely (Nov. 23) – Wander Lakeside Park from 5 p.m. to eight p.m. to get pleasure from rides on the basic Lakeside Park Carousel and a Santa picture station. Complimentary scorching chocolate will hold everybody cozy as they benefit from the sights and sounds of the season.
Downtown St. Catharines Lights Up
Metropolis Corridor Wonderland: Remodeled into a vacation beacon, Metropolis Corridor will shine vibrant with 1000’s of lights and a three-storey, absolutely lit Christmas tree. This annual show is a favorite for pictures and can deliver festive power to the guts of downtown.
St. Paul Road Cover: Take a stroll beneath a glowing cover of 1000’s of twinkling lights that stretches throughout St. Paul Road, creating a very enchanting winter scene.
A Winter’s Night time in James Road Alley: This cozy alleyway, connecting James Road to Backyard Park, might be adorned with shimmering lights, offering a serene area for night strolls or quiet moments through the festive season.
Glowflake at Meridian Centre’s Rankin Bridge: A phenomenal, large snowflake set up awaits guests on the Meridian Centre. Cease by for an image with this gorgeous “Glowflake” for a souvenir to recollect.
Pictures with Santa at Market Sq. – Dec. 7 and 14 – On Saturdays in December, households are invited to go to Market Sq. for a meet-and-greet with Santa. Take pleasure in complimentary skilled pictures with Santa, excellent for vacation playing cards. When you’re right here, discover the St. Catharines Farmers’ Marketplace for contemporary, native items and vacation presents to help native distributors. This family-friendly occasion is bound to be successful with youngsters and adults alike.
Mitten Tree Marketing campaign – Beginning in December, the St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre brings again its annual Mitten Tree Marketing campaign. Residents are inspired to assist native households in want by donating winter clothes on the museum. Donations might be delivered weekly to Group Care of St. Catharines and Thorold and Begin Me Up Niagara to help households throughout the neighborhood.
The Watering Can Youngsters’s Workshop – Nov. 29 – Youngsters can channel their vacation spirit on the St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatics Centre’s “Grinch Tree” workshop. Impressed by Dr. Seuss’s beloved basic, youngsters will create their very own whimsical vacation tree that’s positive to deliver a smile, even to the grinchiest visitor.
New Yr’s Eve Public Skate at Seymour Hannah – Ring within the New Yr on Dec. 31 with a free public skate from 9:30 a.m. to midday on the Seymour-Hannah Sports activities and Leisure Centre. With all 4 pads open, one that includes a glow-in-the-dark expertise and glow sticks for skaters, it is a enjoyable, festive solution to welcome 2025. Character visits and a household picture sales space will add additional enjoyable to this family-friendly New Yr’s celebration.
Vacation Public Skating and Household Swim – Residents can benefit from particular vacation public skating and household swims. Discover the schedule at stcatharines.ca.ActiveSTC.
The Metropolis invitations everybody to expertise the surprise of Let it Glow: A Celebration of Gentle. This free, self-guided occasion gives numerous methods to make vacation reminiscences and discover our metropolis’s most scenic spots, from downtown streets to neighbourhood parks.
For extra particulars on schedules and actions, go to stcatharines.ca/LetItGlow
