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It's a different year, but still full of cheer! Experience the joy of a little Christmas in St. Marys by shopping our charming downtown or taking in the WinterLights at Milt Dunnell Field.

For additional information about the events listed below, email events@town.stmarys.on.ca. 

For more community events or to submit your event, see our Events Calendar.

Event highlights

Downtown St. Marys Merchants Open House

Friday, November 18 | 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

  • No tax at participating merchants 
  • Victorian Christmas Carollers
  • Evening lighting of the Lights at Milt Dunnell Field (7:00 p.m.)

Saturday, November 19 | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  • No tax at participating merchants
  • Horse drawn carriage rides between 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, leaving from Church Street in front of Town Hall taking passengers in a loop down Queen Street and across the green bridge.
  • Warming Centre and Music at the Town Hall

Sunday, November 20 | 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  • No tax at participating merchants
  • Victorian Christmas Carollers
  • Greetings from Mr. and Mrs. Claus
  • Horse drawn carriage rides between 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm, leaving from Church Street in front of Town Hall taking passengers in a loop down Queen Street and across the green bridge.

 

 

Follow @stmaryschristmas events on Facebook and Instagram for more details and events through December!  

 

Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade

Friday, November 25 | 7:00 p.m. 

The traditional parade returns this year, with safety in mind! The parade will leave the Pyramid Recreation Centre at 7:00 p.m. and will follow the route travelling north on James and West on Queen through the downtown, it will turn south onto Water where the parade will end.

 

For information on how to enter a float or donate to the parade, please visit the Kinsmen Club of St. Marys website.

WinterLights Display and Holiday Home Tour

Friday, November 18 - January 2023 | Evenings at dusk | Milt Dunnell Field 

Brighten your holiday nights with a free tour of 100 beautiful displays at Milt Dunnell Field, by car or on foot. Learn more about the display and its generous sponsors!

Donations always welcome at Waving Santa or at the donor wall! For donations requiring tax receipts, please contact events@town.stmarys.on.ca. 

Giving Tuesday

Tuesday, November 29 | All Day | Various locations and times

Join this national movement of giving and give back with our local businesses and community organizations!

Free Public Skating at the Pyramid Recreation Centre (Sponsored by the Optimist Club of Downie)

The Optimist Club of Downie has generously sponsored free public skating at the Pyramid Recreation Centre on various dates in November and December. Pre-registration is required. To learn more, please visit www.townofstmarys.com/skating.

Holiday Fun at the Friendship Centre

Save these dates and join in on the Holiday fun at the St. Marys Friendship Centre. You can register for Holiday fun events online through activenet or call the Friendship Centre at 519-284-3272.

St. Marys Craft Show | Saturday, November 19

The St. Marys Craft Show is on Saturday, November 19th from 9am-3pm. There will be over 50 local artisan vendors! There is something for everyone at this sale. This craft show is known for its wide variety of vendors, delicious lunch available for purchase and FREE admission. Lunch proceeds go towards St. Marys Senior Services. The sale will take place in the Community Centre of the Pyramid Recreation Centre (317 James St S). Enter through the PRC or Friendship Centre entrances

For more information on the St. Marys Craft Show, please visit Facebook.

Holiday Paint Night | Wednesday, November 23

Deadline to register is Friday, November 18.

Christmas Trip to Starbright Theatre | Tuesday, December 6

Deadline to register is Friday, November 11.

Christmas Drive-Thru/Delivered Lunch | Wednesday, December 7

Deadline to register is Friday, November 18.

Holiday Social (in person) | Friday, December 16

Registration required.

Christmas Movie on the big Screen | Wednesday, December 22

Registration Required.

 

Holiday Open House at the St. Marys Museum

Join the St. Marys Museum for a fun afternoon of kicking off the holiday season on Sunday, December 4 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm! Enjoy children's crafts, festive treats, and tour through the decorated historic house. Our 90s themed holiday exhibit is sure to be a nostalgic experience for many! There is no cost for admission to the Holiday Open House, but donations are always welcome,

 

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