*NEW* Join Lacombe Businesses for some festive fun in the Where’s Buddy challenge. To celebrate the season, you are invited to visit participating businesses to track down the location of a Buddy the Elf cut out in each business. Find him, get a stamp and receive enough stamps to enter our draw for a gift box of goodies. This promotion will having you smiling like Buddy from November 21 – December 24.
Under $100 Art Market
4 p.m. – 10 p.m. -Lacombe Memorial Centre
New this year a collection of unique Artists that have come together in one convenient location so that you shop for that one-of-a-kind gift.
Lacombe’s Christmas Craft and Gift Show
4 p.m. – 10 p.m.- Lacombe Memorial Centre
Warm up at the LMC and peruse the many vendors who will have their very best products for sale. A wide variety of local food and seasonal crafts is available; a perfect time to stock up for the holidays, or shop for unique gifts!
Santa’s Workshop
4 p.m. – 10 p.m.- Lacombe Memorial Centre
This is new and exciting shopping experience for your littles, 12 and under. Thanks to partnerships with several Lacombe businesses and the volunteers with Lacombe Pathfinders, your children can enjoy a chance to shop for someone special in their lives. From mom and dad to brothers and sisters, and even their favourite furry friend. All gifts are $10 and under, and with the help of Lacombe’s Pathfinder troop your child will be able to maintain the Christmas surprise.
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Festive Musical Performances
5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Lacombe Memorial Centre
The Fireside Lounge will come alive with some fantastic free Christmas music. Come in from the cold and get into the holiday spirit.
Book Sale
5 p.m. – 9 p.m.- Lacombe Memorial Centre
Check out the great selection of previously loved books, movies, music & magazines. Something for everyone!
Chili and a pop
5 p.m. (while quantities last) Lacombe Memorial Centre – Anna Maria’s Cafe
Grab a warm spot of food before the parade courtesy of Eastside Eatery and Cilantro & Chive. All proceeds go towards supporting Lacombe Victim Services.
Roving Carollers
5:30pm- Lacombe Memorial Centre/Main Street
Local Carollers performing classic Christmas Carols. An old tradition renewed that is sure to warm the heart.
Fire Dancers
5:30pm- Lacombe Memorial Centre/Main Street
Check out a performance or two while you are waiting for the parade to arrive! Dancers use a range of fiery props and even do some fire breathing!
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Tim Horton’s Santa Claus Parade
6 p.m.- Santa Claus is coming to town! Come check out Lacombe’s 8th annual parade, but be sure to get there early as the streets are going to be busy. Please dress warm in case St. Nick gets delayed.
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Cookies and Caroling
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm – St. Andrew’s United Church
A Free event for the community of Lacombe. Enjoy cookie decorating and Hot chocolate. And a Joyful time of Traditional, Christmas Carol Singing.
Letters to Santa
Make sure to bring along your letters to Santa as Canada Post will once again be collecting them along the parade route.
Tree Lighting Ceremony
6:45 p.m.-Lacombe Memorial Centre
What do 60,000 lights look like when you flip the switch? Come down to the LMC and find out! Also check out the beautiful ice sculptures that recognize our fine tree lighting sponsors.
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Selfie with Santa
7 p.m.- Lacombe Memorial Centre
Back by popular demand! After the parade join Santa on the upper floor of the LMC for a not-so-traditional photo. Bring your camera and your smiles.
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Sometimes in Winter – featuring Central Alberta Chamber Players
7pm-Lacombe Performing Arts Theatre
Kick off the festival with a peppy Holiday show that is sure to get you smiling. Tickets are $20 and are available through the Eventbrite website.
Moonlight Madness
Lacombe Centre Mall and Downtown Lacombe
Participating businesses have exclusive draw prize forms that can be found in this year’s Light Up the Night guide.
