Winter Lights Festival Set to Brighten Chestermere on November 29
The City of Chestermere’s annual Winter Lights Festival returns on Saturday, November 29, 2025, bringing an evening packed with lights, live entertainment, and family activities at John Peake Park. The event runs from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, with the annual lighting ceremony scheduled for 6:00 pm.
The festival blends holiday charm with community spirit, giving families a chance to take in the lights, grab treats, and enjoy winter fun before the season hits full speed.
Event Schedule
4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Artisan market
Food trucks
Wagon rides
Lil Toot Train
Santa Photos in City Hall
4:30 to 5:30 pm and 6:30 to 7:30 pm
The cost is $5.00 per print, with proceeds supporting the Gifts of Kindness fund.
Stilt Walkers
5:30 to 6:15 pm and 6:45 to 7:30 pm
Lighting Ceremony
6:00 pm
Fire Spinners
6:30 to 6:50 pm and 7:30 to 7:50 pm
Fireworks
8:00 pm, weather permitting
Road Closures and Parking
No stopping or parking on the Chestermere Boulevard bridge during fireworks
No parking in John Peake Park or the Chestermere Public Library lot
Please be mindful of nearby homes and businesses when parking in the area
Final Notes
Bundle up, bring your mitts and toques, and get ready for a festive night by the lake. Families looking to support a good cause can stop in for Santa photos, with all proceeds going to Gifts of Kindness. You can find this event in the Little Lake Locals calendar listing, where you can add it straight to your own calendar.
