Vaughan’s Festival of Lights returns!
Prepare to be dazzled! On Tuesday, Nov. 12, the City of Vaughan will host its second annual Festival of Lights kick-off celebration at Vaughan City Hall (2141 Major Mackenzie Dr.) from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Everyone is invited to join in the fun, which will include plenty of entertainment, activities and refreshments, including hot chocolate which was generously donated by TGS & Company.
Festive lights and decorations are a hallmark of the holiday season, and, for many cultures and faiths, they are a meaningful symbol to get the community in the festive spirit at this time of year.
Let’s keep the celebrations going!
Starting on Tuesday, Nov. 12, residents and businesses in Vaughan are invited to nominate themselves, a neighbour or a business whose lights shine bright! The City introduced the Festive Lights program to recognize those who go above and beyond to decorate their homes and properties with exceptional pride in their light displays. The program provides an opportunity for residents to celebrate each other’s cultures and Vaughan’s diversity.
Email nominations to festivecelebrations@vaughan.ca by Saturday, Feb. 1, and include the property owner’s name, address and photos of their festive lights. Entries will be scored based on the following criteria:
- Design incorporates the use of energy-efficient lights.
- Overall esthetic of the property is visually appealing.
- Property uses lights and decorations.
- Property shows creativity in design.
- Property is well maintained.
Those selected will be contacted to pick up a Festive Lights sign at their local community centre to display on their front lawn or window.
For more information on the launch event or to learn how you can take part in this season’s Festive Lights program, visit vaughan.ca/festive.
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“Festive lights serve as a symbol of hope that spread happiness and joy no matter what holiday you are celebrating. The City of Vaughan’s annual Festival of Lights is an opportunity to gather with friends and family and experience the spirit of the season. I hope you and your loved ones can join us on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at Vaughan City Hall to celebrate with the community and ring in the festivities. Let’s take this opportunity to light up our incredible city and celebrate our many shared blessings.”
- Mayor Steven Del Duca
QUICK FACTS
- Festive lights and decorations are a hallmark of the holiday season, and, for many cultures and faiths, they are a meaningful symbol to get the community in the festive spirit at this time of year.
- This year, the City of Vaughan is hosting its second annual Festival of Lights kick-off celebration on Tuesday, Nov. 12 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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