Every night from November 14, 2026, to January 3, 2027, hundreds of custom LED light displays will transform downtown Amherstburg and three waterfront parks into a festive winter wonderland.

At King’s Navy Yard Park (242 Dalhousie St.), stroll along the Detroit River surrounded by traditional displays featuring carolers, angels, soldiers and more. At Toddy Jones Park (50 North St.), discover whimsical and playful displays sure to delight kids and the kid at heart. New for 2026, the Amherstburg Waterfront Festival Plaza (306 Dalhousie St.) will shine with a mix of nautical-inspired and new light displays.

The Gingerbread Warming House returns to Toddy Jones Park, offering cozy weekends filled with hot chocolate, crafts and Sunday Storytime with Santa.

Come experience the magic, make a few memories and celebrate 20 years of River Lights in the community!

Opening Night Schedule (Saturday, November 14)

• 5pm: Super Santa 5k Run/Walk/Wheel starting on Richmond St
• 5:30 – 8:30pm: Walker Gingerbread Warming House Opens in Toddy Jones Park
• 5:30 – 6pm: Silver Ambassadors
• 6pm: Opening Ceremonies in the Amherstburg Waterfront Festival Plaza
• 6:10pm: Tree Lighting Ceremony in the Amherstburg Waterfront Festival Plaza
• 6:15pm: Cannon firing
• 6:25pm: Fireworks over the river
• 6:45 – 7:15pm: Silver Ambassadors in the Amherstburg Waterfront Festival Plaza
• 6:45pm, 7:20pm & 7:55pm: Traditional Storytelling with the Provincial Marine of Amherstburg at The Commissariat (King’s Navy Yard Park, 224 Dalhousie St.). Storyteller Seamus Gunn will be sharing a wonderful Yuletide tale that’s more than 500 years old.
• Free hot chocolate and cookies will be served after the ceremonies, courtesy of Chartwell Amherstburg