Ladysmith Festival of Lights – Light Up Night

Join us on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in downtown Ladysmith for the Ladysmith Festival of Lights! Experience Vancouver Island’s most spectacular holiday event with over 300,000 lights, a festive parade, live music, food concessions, Santa, and a breathtaking Drone Show presented by Ladysmith & District Credit Union.

Event Schedule

• 3:00 PM – Christmas Craft Fair at Aggie Hall
• 4:00 PM – Street entertainment and food concessions open
• 4:00–6:15 PM – Live entertainment featuring Doctors of Rock and Roll, NZR LED Robots, and more
• 6:15 PM – Light Up Ceremony with Santa and our contest winner
• 6:45 PM – Kinsmen Parade
• 8:30 PM (approx.) – Spectacular Drone Show presented by LDCU

Highlights

Celebrate the magic of the season with:

• Drone Show presented by Ladysmith & District Credit Union
• CHEK News’ The Upside broadcasting live
• NZR LED Robots – back by popular demand!
• Free photo booth, Santa’s House, face painting, and children’s games
• 12 food trucks serving delicious eats
• Local restaurants and shopping open late
• Christmas Craft Fair at Aggie Hall

Special Light Up Night Raffle

From November 19–27, enter to win 4 tickets to the Vancouver Canucks vs. St. Louis Blues game (March 21, 2026) PLUS 4 Hullo ferry tickets! Tickets: $5 each at rafflebox.ca or at kiosks during Light Up Night. Sponsored by Hullo Ferries and West Coast Factory Direct Hot Tubs.

Parking & Road Closures

First Avenue will be closed from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Accessible parking via Buller Street (with authorized pass). Additional parking at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Bethel Tabernacle Church, and Ladysmith Secondary School. Please do not park along the Trans-Canada Highway. Shuttle service is not available this year.

Plan Your Visit

Admission is FREE for everyone! Explore local shops, enjoy live entertainment, and experience the magic of Ladysmith during the holiday season. For more details, visit:

• Light Up Parade Details
• Festival Map
• Craft Fair Information
• Parking Guide
• Road Closures
• Donations & Sponsors
• Food Vendors

Don’t miss out—mark your calendar and celebrate the Ladysmith Festival of Lights with us!