Light up a GIANT Christmas tree and so much more at this free event near Calgary
There’s a free Christmas light event happening near Calgary, and it looks like something out of the perfect cheesy holiday movie.
There will be wagon rides, warm fire pits, choir performances, a holiday market, and of course, the lighting of a giant community Christmas tree!
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It’s the 30th year the Town of Okotoks has put on the event to kick off the holiday season, and it draws a huge crowd every year.
The main event, the lighting of the big tree, will happen at the Old Towne plaza at 7 pm.Ā
There will also be a fireworks show to end the night at 9 pm at Lineham Park.
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Organizers have planned ahead for the popular event, with transportation to the festivities being offered by bus. Southland transportation will be available from the Foothills Centennial Centre and Seaman Stadium/Okotoks Dawgs. It’s new this year and completely free, with buses running continuously until 10:30 pm.Ā
There will also be a place to donate money and non-perishable goods to the Okotoks Food Bank for people to get into the spirit of giving!
So get ready to bundle up and enjoy a beautiful night under the stars with some sparkly lights and festive music this Friday.
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Light Up Okotoks
When:Ā November 17, 5:30 to 9 pm
Where:Ā Elizabeth Street, Okotoks
Price: Free