Get ready for the most sparkling night of the season at the Winterfest Light-Up! Watch Veterans Memorial Park and Station Avenue transform into a glowing holiday village filled with twinkling lights, joyful music, magical characters, warm treats, and a dazzling parade.

This is a free family event, though cash and non-perishable food donations for the Goldstream Food Bank are warmly encouraged at the Carousel, Hot Dog/Hot Chocolate stations, or the Langford Van.

When & Where

• Date: Saturday, December 5
• Time: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Locations: Veterans Memorial Park & Station Avenue

Afternoon & Evening Highlights

Across Both Locations:

• Winter Market: Browse local vendors and seasonal treasures (see the Winter Market page for details).
• Magical Encounters: Keep an eye out for roaming princesses, listen to the joyful harmonies of roaming PACE carolers, and say hello to cheerful YMCA volunteers dressed as Elves (at Veterans Memorial Park) and Whos (on Station Avenue).

At Veterans Memorial Park:

Classic Rides: Enjoy Carousel Weekend activities (see the Carousel Weekend page for details).

Free Warm Treats: Grab a free hot dog courtesy of the Westshore Rotary Club (while supplies last) and sip on free hot chocolate and hot apple cider from the Langford Legion.

• 3:00 PM: DJ entertainment kicks off the afternoon soundtrack.
• 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Cookie Decorating with Westshore Parks & Rec, with sweet supplies donated by HOBS and Lighthouse.
• 5:15 PM – 7:00 PM: Santa & Mrs. Claus Arrive! Watch them roll in on a firetruck before heading to the VMP Gazebo for family photos.
• 5:40 PM: Enjoy a festive performance by Elevate Dance.
• 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM: Groove to holiday classics with Mostly Motown Christmas.
• 7:20 PM: Gather around as we light up the night at the Annual Tree Light-Up Ceremony.

On Station Avenue & Surrounding Roads:

• 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Stop by the Station Hut for mischievous Photos with the Grinch, captured by Four Frames Photography.
• 7:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Line the street to watch the dazzling IEOA Truck Parade roll past!