Light the Lights 2024
Regina City Hall
Bundle up your family for the free annual Light the Lights outdoor celebration on Tuesday, December 3. Join City Council in celebrating the winter season by lighting up City Hall and the Queen Elizabeth II Courtyard trees.
Enjoy free winter fun including horse-drawn wagon rides, interactive ice creations, outdoor activities and games, local entertainment, free hot chocolate, a virtual coloring contest, and of course, a visit from Santa.
Be sure to dress warmly for this outdoor event. There will be limited access indoors.
Tuesday, December 3
6 to 8 p.m.
Courtyard in front of City Hall
2476 Victoria Ave
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Parking
Parking downtown is FREE after 6 p.m. The City Hall parkade will be closed for this event.
To accommodate the event activities, these adjacent streets will be limited to one lane with limited/restricted parking from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.:
- Smith Street and McIntyre Street, between Victoria Avenue and 12th Avenue
- Victoria Avenue and 12th Avenue, between Smith Street and McIntyre Street
Accessible parking is available on the east side of Smith Street at the specially bagged meters.
Know Before You Go
- No smoking at this event.
- Accessible Washrooms and change tables are located beside the cafeteria and beside the Henry Baker Hall.
- A water bottle refill station is located beside the washrooms by the cafeteria.
- We encourage the responsible use of scented products in City Hall; please keep perfumes to a minimum when visiting Santa.
- Please leave your pets at home; no pets are allowed in City Hall.
- Please supervise children around the fire pits.
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
- There will be blinking and flashing lights throughout the event.
- Though we take many precautions to avoid ice and snow buildup on the Courtyard and sidewalks, this is an outdoor winter event. Please dress for cold weather and be mindful of slippery and icy surfaces.
- The event will be altered or cancelled in the event of extreme cold weather – check our website and social media for weather-related updates.
Smile for the Camera!
This event will be photographed for social media.
By attending this City of Regina event, you consent to be filmed and photographed and waive any right to claim payment or royalties in connection with the use of any video or photograph. Use of video or photography is for promotional purposes by the City of Regina and its affiliates.
Artist & Activity Information
- Alejandra Coronel – Alejandra Coronel is a rising Spanish singer well known for her soulful voice, magnetic charm and ability to transport audiences to the heart of Latin America with her enchanting melodies. She is the host of "Rincón Latino" on 93.1 CTJR FM and actively engages with the community through organizations like Hispanos en Regina, Regina Public Library, YMCA, MOSAIC, and Dress for Success, inspiring a love for Mexican culture and heritage through her artistry.
- Balfour Arts Collective - Balfour Arts Collective is an innovative high school program for students who are passionate about the arts. Dancers, actors, artists and performers build their skills while earning credits towards their high school graduation. They will kick off Light the Lights with an excerpt from their recent musical, High School Musical On Stage! You can give them a high five or take a selfie with their lovable characters as they mix and mingle throughout the event.
- Dickens Yuletide Singers - Sing along to some holiday classics with this local group of talented singers, dressed in full Victorian attire.
- Fire and Ice Creations - Artist Peter Fogarty left the culinary profession to become a full-time ice carver with his company, Fire and Ice Creations. See Peter’s interactive pieces throughout the City Hall Courtyard, including ice furniture, ice games and an ice selfie!
- Growing Young Movers - Growing Young Movers (GYM) is a not-for-profit organization moving to eliminate gaps that currently exist for underserved and marginalized populations in Regina. GYM’s intergenerational approach to mentorship employs high school students from Scott Collegiate to work with children and youth throughout the North Central community. GYM aims to build capacity upon the strengths that already exist among the young people within the community. Together, we are “Moving for Change”.
- Keegan Duck - Keegan the Magician is a local professional magician and has been performing for audiences all over western Canada for over 20 years. Be prepared to be amazed and laugh as he performs impossible feats of magic for all audiences.
- Lone Creek Dance Troup – Mentored by Jeff Cappo, these talented powwow dancers and drum group sing in the original style as shared with them by their ancestors. Enjoy their mesmerizing performance under the lights!
- Prairie Percherons - Enjoy a free horse and wagon ride around City Hall!
- Regina Bell Ringers at the Knox Metropolitan Church - Throughout the event, you will notice the bells of the Knox Metropolitan Church ringing with some favourite holiday tunes. Thanks to the Regina Bell Ringers for continuing this important tradition since 1976.
- Regina Highland Dancing Association – The RHDA is a youth-focused organization that provides opportunities to develop physical fitness and promotes sportsmanship and personal excellence through Highland Dance. Their membership is comprised of dancers ranging from 4-55 years. The dances are fun and for anyone!
- Santa – Meet Santa, Mrs. Claus, and all his helpers! Santa will be located in the Henry Baker Hall.
- Saskatchewan Roughrider Football Club - Challenge a Saskatchewan Roughrider to a game of cornhole! Players from the Saskatchewan Roughriders will be hanging out with the Growing Young Movers to keep people moving and entertained with some fun outdoor activities.
Enter Our Colouring Contest!
Children ages 12 and under are invited to participate in our colouring contest in the spirit of the winter season.
This year’s colouring page was created by Regina-based Métis artist, Phyllis Poitras-Jarrett. Phyllis’ art celebrates traditional Indigenous worldviews and harmony with all sources of life. Animals, plants, insects, land, water and air hold equal value on earth. Phyllis writes, “We must be mindful of our daily footprints by respecting and caring for Mother Earth… In my art, the Spirit animals symbolize the qualities and values that every person has within themselves. Embracing these values will create conditions for our lights to shine bright on our life journeys.”
Phyllis’ print of the polar bear is titled “Persistence & Empowerment”. It highlights the importance of doing your best and reaching your goals. Phyllis reminds us, “Blizzards will always come, but the goodness of life keeps me on my path. You too can reach your goals with forward movement. Choosing to persist on an unknown path takes courage. Every day is an adventure to reach the next step.”
To learn more about Phyllis Poitras-Jarrett and her art, see her website at metisspiritart.ca
How to Enter:
- Download the Colouring Page.
- Colour the page and remember to fill out the entry form at the bottom.
- Submit your completed Colouring Page to enter the draw to win one of two City of Regina Prize Baskets!
- Option 1: Scan and email your colouring page to lights@regina.ca, subject: Colouring Contest
- Option 2: Drop off your colouring page at the Ambassador’s Desk at City Hall - 2476 Victoria Avenue
Entry Deadline: December 10, 2024
Draw Date: December 11, 2024
Sponsors
Thank you to our Event Sponsors:
