Fantasy of Lights
Santa Claus Parade and Opening Ceremonies
Kingsville's Fantasy of Lights Celebration will begin Saturday, November 18, 2023, with the annual Santa Claus Parade at 5:00 pm, followed by opening ceremonies at Lakeside Park. This year the parade's theme is Holiday Magic. Volunteer and parade participants are needed for this event. This year the Fantasy of Lights fireworks show will be on December 31, 2023 at Lakeside Park.
Join the parade! Sign up to participate at this link.
Festival Activities
The Fantasy of Lights Festival continues with fun holiday activities from Saturday, November 18, 2023 to Wednesday, January 3, 2024.
Kingsville Express Train Rides and Holiday Concerts |
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from November 24, 2023 - December 23, 2023 from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm at Lakeside Park. Train RidesTake a ride on the Kingsville Fantasy Express, tour the light display, and sip hot chocolate. The Kingsville Express is run by volunteers and requires good weather conditions to operate. Concert seriesOn Friday evenings, rain or shine, enjoy holiday music inside Lakeside Park Pavilion. More details on our performances coming soon.
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Fantasy of Lights Residential Displays |
Plot your address and view our Kingsville Light Display map to take a self-guided tour of the best holiday houses in town. |
Christmas Artisan Market |
Come out to the Christmas Artisan Market at Lakeside Park Pavilion on Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Sunday, December 3, 2023 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Support local vendors selling handmade gifts, food, and so much more. |
Paws and Claus Marketplace |
Bring your pet and camera to have a photo taken with Santa Claus! There will be pet-friendly vendors onsite. The event will take place Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at Lakeside Park Pavilion from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. |
Crafts with Santa |
Come out in your holiday attire to make holiday crafts and participate in other activities! This free event will run on Saturday, December 9, 2023 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at Lakeside Park Pavilion. |
New Years Fireworks Show |
End the year with a bang and come out to the New Year’s Eve fireworks on December 31, 2023 at Lakeside park. |
Support Fantasy of Lights
We have many sponsorship opportunities available. Help show your community pride and spread Christmas joy with one of our packages. A full list of our sponsorship opportunities is available here. Email specialevents@kingsville.ca and let us know which package you'd like to support.