November 25 to 27, 2022
Lite Up the Nite is an annual celebration of family, community, and the holiday season delivered by the Town of Morinville and many dedicated community organization partners. Planned with young and old in mind, this event offers many wonderful, free activities to connect neighbors, friends, and families in the spirit of the holiday season. This year's three-day activities are expected to include our Lite Up the Nite Parade featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus, Lite Up the Park at St. Jean Baptiste Park, and spectacular high-level fireworks display that can be viewed anywhere in Morinville, including from the comfort of home.
Lite Up the Nite 2022 is being presented in partnership with many community partners, including our presenting media sponsor 840 CFCW, The Breeze 96.3, McDonalds Morinville and OK Tire Morinville.
2022 Schedule of Events
| Friday, November 25 |
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Fill a Truck in support of the Morinville Food Bank 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Drop off your donations of food or cash to support the Morinville Food Bank.
An Old-Fashioned Christmas Visit the Musée Morinville Museum to view Christmas artifacts from the past and pick up a kit to make an ornament, while supplies last. Admission is free.
A “Cause” Play Community Dance presented by McDonald’s 7 to 9:30 p.m. Dress up for a cause! Dust off your favourite costume (get creative, any theme will do) for an evening of fun as we kick off Lite Up the Nite by supporting two great charities.
Advance tickets for the dance will be available to Morinville residents starting Tuesday, November 8, from the MCCC box office during regular operating hours with proof of residency. Tickets will be available to non-residents starting online Friday, November 11, by visiting Ticketpro and from the MCCC box office, during regular operating hours, starting Monday, November 14. Tickets will be limited to 8 tickets per person aged 17 or older, while quantities last. Because tickets are expected to be in high demand and are in limited supply, you are asked to return unneeded tickets to Community Services at your earliest possible convenience. Tickets have no resale value and should not be resold. |
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Saturday, November 26 |
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A Festive Family Festival Admission is free.
10:15 to 10:35 a.m. 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. 1 to 1:30 p.m.
An Old-Fashioned Christmas Visit the Musée Morinville Museum to view Christmas artifacts from the past and pick up a kit to make your own special holiday ornament, while supplies last. Admission is free.
Indoor Lite Up the Nite Parade Viewing We provide a warm, accessible environment for our seniors or other residents who are unable to enjoy the parade because of the challenges presented by the outdoors. The doors open at 5:00 p.m. and the parade begins at 5:30 p.m. This program is free, but you must register by November 23, 2022 on RecDesk.
Free Hot Chocolate and Popcorn Pick up a cup of hot chocolate served by staff and free popcorn served by Morinville Community Library, while quantities last.
Lite Up the Nite Parade Participation in the Morinville Lite Up the Nite Christmas Festival Parade is free for all businesses, non-profit groups, and organizations. To participate, you must complete an application form by the end of the day on Thursday, November 24, 2022. Visit www.engagemorinville.ca to register.
Lite Up the Park Join us for special ceremony and dedication as Mayor Boersma, Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus “Lite Up the Park” with colourful lights and light displays.
Fireworks presented by 96.3 The Breeze Take in the spectacular fireworks show from Notre Park or from the comfort of home. This high-level show can be enjoyed from nearly any place in Morinville and will surely Lite Up the Nite. |
| Sunday, November 27 |
| Free Holiday Family Skate hosted by Champion Pet Foods 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Morinville Leisure Centre, Landrex Arena | 25126 SH642, Sturgeon County Skate with an ‘Ice Queen and Spidey Hero’, take a selfie with Santa and purchase sweet treats sold by the Association Canadienne-Française de l'Alberta (ACFA). Participants must bring their own skates. No hockey sticks or pucks. CSA approved hockey helmets are required for anyone younger than age 18 and are recommended for anyone aged 18 and older. |
Lite Up the Nite Contests and Promotions
| Lite Up Morinville Nites Holiday Décor Contest |
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Come on Morinville, Let’s Lite up the Nite this holiday season! TWO great prizes will be awarded to contest winners, including the first prizes which will be chosen by the popular vote.
Prize #1: Lite Up and Brite sponsored by Home Hardware
Prize #2: Chosen by random selection and sponsored by S'Quito Buster If decorating is not for you, you can still participate by voting for your favourites. The contest launches at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, November 14, 2022 and closes at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, December 19, 2022. To participate or view the complete rules and regulations, visit: www.engagemorinville.ca to register |
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Shop 7 in 7 Holiday Edition |
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Shop 7 in 7 for your chance to win! To enter, shop in Morinville 7 times within 7 days and upload one (1) photo of your receipts for the week at www.engagemorinville.ca.
Contest Details & Dates
Residents submit receipts dated November 26 to December 2. Receipts are due December 3 and the draw will made December 4.
Prize: $100 Morinville retailer gift card of winner's choice.
Week 5: Residents submit receipts dated December 24 to December 31. Receipts are due January 2 and the draw will made January 3.
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Morinville Community Library Silent Auction and Book Sale |
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Wednesday, November 23 to Saturday, November 27 Support our local library and do some holiday shopping by checking out their silent auction and book sale. |
The Morinville Lite Up the Nite Parade is open to all businesses, non-profit groups & organizations. Apply now!
Enter your household in the Lite Up Morinville Nites Holiday Décor Contests.
Enter the Shop 7 in 7 & Win (Holiday Edition) Contest for the chance to win great prizes!