November 24 to 26, 2023
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 nearly anywhere in Morinville, including from the comfort of home.
Contact our Community Engagement & Partnerships Specialist at 780-939-7657 for more information about this, or other great partnership opportunities.
View current Lite Up the Nite Volunteer Opportunities.
2023 Lite Up the Nite Christmas Festival Schedule of Events
| Friday, November 24 |
| An Old-Fashioned Christmas 12 to 5 p.m. Musée Morinville Museum | 10010 101 Street, Morinville, AB 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.
Lite Up the Nite Dance Party proudly presented by McDonald’s, Morinville 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. (doors open 6:30 p.m.) Kick off the weekend at the Lite Up the Nite Dance Party. Dress festive or fun with Christmas jammies or sweaters, anything red or green or your holiday best. Bring a donation of a new, unwrapped toy for the Ronald McDonald House. Receive a great giveaway* from McDonald’s, Morinville, plus enjoy a snack concession, free glowsticks*, glitter tattoos* and a holiday photo booth. This is a free ticketed event. A ticket required for everyone in attendance. *Free tickets available to Morinville and Sturgeon County residents over the age of 16 from November 6 to 8, at the MCCC box office during operational hours. Proof of residency required. Tickets available to the general public starting November 9 at 9 a.m., in-person at the MCCC, online or by phone. While quantities last. Maximum of up to 8 tickets per household. Please pick up only the tickets you will be using to ensure that everyone can enjoy this great event. If you are unable to attend, tickets can be handed into the Morinville Community Cultural Centre before the event. Tickets have no cash value. |
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Saturday, November 25 |
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A Festive Family Festival proudly presented by FortisAlberta Join us at A Festive Family Festival and enjoy a variety of free holiday fun* and entertainment. Admission is free.
Performance Schedule:
Fill a Truck in support of the Morinville Food Bank 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 your own special holiday ornament, while supplies last. Admission is free.
Indoor Lite Up the Nite Parade Viewing Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate* as you experience the magic of our Christmas parade from the cozy comfort of an indoor setting. This viewing party is specially curated for our seniors, older adults and community members facing accessibility challenges in the outdoor winter elements. This program is free, registration is required by November 23 on RecDesk.
Free Hot Chocolate and Paid Snack Concession Pick up a cup of free hot chocolate* and support the library by purchasing snacks, with proceeds going towards library programming. Westwinds Winter Wonderland Fireworks Viewing Party
Lite Up the Nite Parade The Parade travels west down 100 Avenue, from 95 Street to 102 Street, stopping in front of St. Jean Baptiste Park for Lite Up the Park ceremony. Participation in the Morinville Lite Up the Nite Christmas Festival Parade is free for all businesses, non-profit groups, and organizations. Greg Shannon, morning show host from 840 CFCW will be returning as our Honourary Parade Grand Marshal.
To participate, complete an application form by the end of the day on Wednesday, November 22. Visit www.engagemorinville.ca to complete the application form.
Lite Up the Park proudly supported by 96.3 The Breeze Join us for special ceremony and dedication as Mayor Boersma, Santa and Mrs. Claus “Lite Up the Park.”
Lite Up the Nite Fireworks proudly supported by Mix 107.9 Take in 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. Fireworks are half hour later than previous years, to allow residents to get their viewing location after the parade. |
| Sunday, November 26 |
| Free Flowpoint Fun Pajama Skate 2:15 to 4:15 p.m. Morinville Leisure Centre | 25126 SH642, Sturgeon County, AB Come dressed in pj’s, jammies, pajamas, whatever you like to call them and skate to the best holiday tunes. Admission is free. Sponsored by Flowpoint Environmental Systems. Participants must bring their own skates. No strollers, 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. Children under 8 years must be actively supervised on the ice at all times by a responsible individual 16 years or older. |
Lite Up the Nite Contest
| Lite Up the Nites Holiday Décor Contest |
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Come on Morinville, Lite up the Nite this holiday season! Enter your household in the Lite Up the Nite Holiday Décor Contest. Deck your walls, rooftops, balcony, yards, interior, or more to celebrate the spirit of the season. To enter, post your indoor and/or photo entry and enter to win great prizes, www.engagemorinville.ca! Two great prizes will be awarded to contest winners. Contest runs November 24 to December 15, 2023. The complete rules and regulations to be posted on www.engagemorinville.ca. More details to come including official contest rules and regulations. |
The Morinville Lite Up the Nite Parade is open to all businesses, non-profit groups & organizations. Apply now!