Morinville’s ready to lite up the holiday season November 27 to 29
Media Advisory
For Immediate Release
November 3, 2026
Morinville’s ready to lite up the holiday season November 27 to 29
Morinville, AB – The countdown to the holiday season is on! Morinville's annual Lite Up the Nite Christmas Festival, presented by Shoppers Drug Mart, returns November 27 to 29 with three days of festive fun, dazzling lights and holiday traditions.
Welcoming more than 5,000 attendees each year, this free celebration brings families, friends and neighbours together for holiday activities, a festive parade, holiday lights and fireworks.
“There's something special about seeing our community come together during Lite Up the Nite,” said Kathleen Ducharme, Community Development Coordinator. “From the excitement of the parade to the joy of meeting Santa, it's those shared moments that make the festival so memorable year after year.”
Three Days of Holiday Magic
Get ready to make some merry memories! Here's a look at what's happening throughout the weekend:
- Friday, November 27: Kick off the festivities at the Lite Up the Nite Dance Party, presented by McDonald's, enjoy a video dance party, holiday activities and a visit from the Green Christmas Grouch. Admission is free, but tickets must be reserved online in advance.
- Saturday, November 28: Enjoy entertainment, holiday activities and photos with Santa at the Festive Family Festival, presented by FortisAlberta. The evening brings the Lite Up the Nite Parade, followed by Lite Up the Park and a spectacular high-level fireworks display visible from nearly anywhere in Morinville.
- Sunday, November 29: Wrap up the weekend with holiday activities and special guests at Snowflake Fun (NEW), followed by festive music and free skating at the Flowpoint Fun Skate.
View the full festival schedule below, and find all details, including parade submission info, at morinville.ca/lutn.
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Media contact(s):
Tracy Dalzell-Heise | Manager, Communications & Legislative Services | Town of Morinville
P: 780-939-7639 | C: 587-341-5889 | tracydalzell-heise@morinville.ca
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2026 Morinville Lite Up the Nite Christmas Festival Schedule |
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Friday, November 27 |
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12 to 5 p.m. |
Festive Family Festival Morinville Community Cultural Centre, |
Step back in time with Christmas treasures from years past and take home a DIY ornament kit. |
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6:30 to |
Lite Up the Nite Dance Party Morinville Community Cultural Centre, |
A video dance party, photo booth, plus more. Admission is free, but tickets are required for entry. Donations of new, unwrapped toys for Ronald McDonald House are welcome and appreciated. |
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Saturday, November 28 |
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10 a.m. to |
Festive Family Festival Morinville Community Cultural Centre, |
Enjoy free holiday crafts, cookie decorating, face painting, live entertainment, special guests and photos with Santa, plus more holiday fun! Admission is free. |
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12 to 7 p.m. |
An Old Fashioned Christmas |
Step back in time with Christmas treasures from years past and take home a DIY ornament kit. |
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5 p.m. |
Free Hot Chocolate |
Warm up before the parade with a FREE cup of hot chocolate! |
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5:30 p.m. |
Lite Up the Nite Parade West along 100 Avenue, from Grandin Drive to 103 Street |
Don’t miss the excitement as our annual parade dazzles the streets — and Santa and Mrs. Claus make a festive appearance. |
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6 p.m. |
Lite Up the Park |
Watch Mayor Boersma, Santa and Mrs. Claus light up the park with festive trees and dazzling displays! |
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7:30 p.m. |
Fireworks |
This grand high-level fireworks show can be enjoyed from nearly any location in Morinville. This is a loud noise event. |
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Sunday, November 29 |
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1:30 to |
Snowflake Fun (NEW) |
Enjoy hot chocolate, candy canes, snowflake activities and a magical visit from the Royal Ice Sisters. |
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2:15 to |
Flowpoint Fun Skate |
Grab your skates, wear your holiday gear and glide to festive tunes at this festive holiday skate. |
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Town of Morinville
10125 100 Ave.
Morinville, AB T8R 1L6
Phone: 780-939-4361
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