River Lights Winter Festival
- November 16, 2024 to January 5, 2025
- 519-730-1309
- tourism@amherstburg.ca
Visit a town immersed in the holiday spirit!
Every night, hundreds of customized LED light displays light up the town’s two main parks. King’s Navy Yard Park, along the Detroit River, features traditional displays that showcase the warm hearted feel of the season with carolers, angels, soldiers and more. Toddy Jones Park features whimsical, playful displays for the kids and the kid at heart to enjoy.
River Lights Opening Night
Join us starting at 5pm on November 16th for the magical opening night of the River Lights Winter Festival.
As the holiday season begins, downtown Amherstburg transforms into a twinkling wonderland. Marvel at the spectacular light displays, enjoy festive music, and take part in family-friendly activities.
The evening kicks off with the Super Santa 5km run/walk/wheel, followed with the official lighting ceremony, hot chocolate, treats, fireworks, a movie, and plenty of photo-worthy moments. Don’t miss the Gingerbread Warming House for crafts and cozy fun. Celebrate the joy of the season with friends and family at this unforgettable community event!
Gingerbread Warming House
Experience the magic of the holiday season at our Gingerbread Warming House, located in Toddy Jones Park (50 North Street).
Enjoy a festive atmosphere weekend nights from 5:30pm – 8:30pm from November 16th to December 22nd.
Our holiday elves will be inside doing crafts, serving hot chocolate and working diligently on our gingerbread houses! The gingerbread house contest submissions will also displayed inside for you to enjoy.
Warm up, sip a sweet treat and take in the magic of River Lights at the warming house this season!
Gingerbread House Decorating Contest
Show off your creativity at the Gingerbread House Decorating Contest during River Lights.
Craft your sweetest gingerbread masterpiece and enter to win prizes in various age categories, from kids to experts.
It’s festive fun for all ages – join the holiday cheer and get decorating!
Visit our Gingerbread House Contest event here for more details, or click the learn more button below.
Visiting River Lights has become a tradition for many families … make it one of yours!
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Carousel Light Display
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Amherstburg Eh sign River Lights
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Moose Light Display
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River Lights Opening Night, trees in the park with lights
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Mom with kids in wagon with hot chocolate at the river lights
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people dressed as Santa running by the water
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Rudolph Movie Characters
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Children looking at Light Display
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River Lights Opening Night Mascots as a gingerbread man and Christmas tree with 3 kids
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River Lights Winter Festival
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Family inside lit up ornament
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River Lights family in front of fountain
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kids in front of snow globe
