Festival Of Lights
40 Years of Holiday Magic on Main Street Markham
Join us for a cozy, joyful, and truly magical celebration!
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 28TH 5:30PM - 9:00PM MAIN ST. MARKHAM BETWEEN HWY. 7 & BULLOCK DR.
Main Street Central Stage
Candy Cane Carolers 6:00PM
Experience the joy and warmth of the holiday season with live musical entertainment that will leave you smiling and filled with festive cheer.
Unionville Theatre Co. 6:15PM
Be captivated by the UTC as they create a festive experience for all attendees.
STEPH 7:00PM
Enjoy Markham's own young emerging artist/singer/songwriter as she takes the stage to perform with her band.
Santa's Arrival 8:00PM
Join the Town Crier and elected officials as they introduce Santa's grand arrival at the Holiday Stage located by Guardian Pharmacy's parking lot.
Fireworks & Tree Lighting Ceremony 8:15PM
See the annual tree lighting followed by fireworks, marking the start of the holiday season in our neighbourhood.
Fireshow with NorthFire Circus & Dr. Draw 8:30PM
Be mesmerized by a blend of fire artistry, circus skills, and live music, creating a magical atmosphere for all attendees.
Outdoor Skating Rink at
Main Street North
(St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Side Parking Lot)
Outdoor Skating Rink 5:30PM - 9:00PM
Bring your skates and breeze around our artificial ice rink! Skate under the festive candy-cane archway.
Warm Up with Firepits and Hot Chocolate 5:30PM - 9:00PM
Enjoy a crackling fire nestled in Muskoka chairs. Sip on rich hot chocolate as you take in the incredible cozy scenery.
Free Skate & Helmet Rentals 5:30PM - 9:00PM
No skates? No problem! Skates and helmets will be available for free. Voluntary donations to the Markham Food Bank will be accepted.
Sports Play Zone Presented by Canlan Sports 5:30PM - 9:00PM
Show off your hockey skills with interactive hockey games and target shooting lanes while also enjoying a Zamboni display.
Santa's Village at
Main Street South
(Near St. Andrew's United Church Front Lawn)
Photos with Santa 5:30PM - 7:30PM & 8:30PM - 9:00PM
Visit Santa his holiday home on Main Street Markham and take pictures with the Jolly Old Elf himself! Photos with Santa are free, but he would appreciate a voluntary donation to benefit the Markham Food Bank.
Snacks at The Fireside Lounge 5:30PM - 9:00PM
Enjoy festival snacks and relax with your family and friends around warm fire pits with picnic tables & Muskoka chairs.
Trackless Train 5:30PM - 9:00PM
Hop aboard the trackless train for a delightful journey around the village with Pickup & Drop-off spots near Santa's Village & the skating rink.
Enjoy Festive Snacks throughout the festival
BeaverTails
Spoil yourself with a quintessential and delicious Canadian treat that is best enjoyed outside by a roaring fire.
905 Hotdog Pound
Indulge in crave-worthy classics: hotdogs, burgers, sausages, fries, putine and chicken fingers.
Hot Chocolate
Warm up at the festival with a delicious cup of rich and steaming hot chocolate.
Pimento Jerk
Enjoy smoked chicken marinated to achieve an authentic jerk flavour from Jamaica.
Tiny Tom Donuts
Fresh donuts to enjoy as you're walking up and down Main Street Markham.
Kettlecorn & Candy Floss
Enjoy fresh kettlecorn and hand-spun candy floss as a sweet treat at the festival.
Festival Specials & activities at Markham Village Businesses
Three Kingdom Games
Free cards & festive fun! Join our holiday gaming events - Magic: The Gathering - Nov. 28th and Pokémon - Nov. 29th.
Pineapple Design
Enjoy NO TAX on in-stock furniture, designer lighting, and luxurious gifts including artisan throws, premium towels & gourmet Cobourg shortbread.
Super Smash Burgs
Buy 2 Combos, Get 10% Off your entire bill. Valid Nov. 28th (5:30–9 PM) & Nov. 29th (1–5 PM). Walk-ins only.
Mother's Deli
Make your holidays effortless — order your free-range Turkey Dinner with festive sides and traditional trimmings including cranberry sauce.
Hartman 85 Main
Unbeatable savings on SAXX super-soft and lux underwear ($37 each or 3 for $88) and Dion premium socks ($35 each or 3 for $88).
denthreesixty arcade
Free play day where you can enjoy a selection of games at no cost. If you want to switch games, changes are just $5. Valid Nov. 28th.
Second Cup
Free hot chocolate when you're one of the first 50 visitors to Santa's Fireside Lounge or the Santa Claus Parade Nov. 29th. One per person.
Peppertree Klassics
Enjoy 30% off all winter coats, vests and capes with 20% off all other fashions, footwear and accessories.
Uncle Joe's Family Restaurant
Special lunch and dinner savings of 5% when you spend $20 - $50 and 10% when your bill exceeds $50.
Bare Yoga and Athletics
Invest in your wellnees with 15% off both 10-class and 20-class cards when you use code BF20256.
EVENT Map
ROAD CLOSURE MAP
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 28TH, 2025 FROM 2PM–11:00PM
Main Street will be closed between HWY 7 and Bullock from for this event.
See detour map for affected road closures.
