Holiday festivities return to Palmerston, Harriston and Clifford

The festive season in Minto kicks off with the Light Up the Park event set for Nov. 13 in Palmerston

Holiday magic is returning to the Town of Minto, starting this month.

Minto’s Magical Holiday Towns, a series of festive experiences inviting residents and visitors to celebrate the holiday season in Minto’s communities, run from Nov. 13 to Dec. 10, with activities and events taking place in Palmerston, Harriston and Clifford.

“The holiday season is such a great time to get out and really explore what Minto has to offer,” Minto marketing and community development coordinator Erin Raftis said in a news release.

“There’s so much going on in the communities, some great special offers at the businesses, so you can really get in the festive spirit.”

Festivities kick off in Palmerston on Nov. 13 with the annual Light Up the Park event, which will see Lions Heritage Park decked out in lights, starting at 6 p.m. The event will also include a performance by the Palmerston Glee Club, followed by fireworks, plus buskers, photo ops with holiday characters, horse and wagon rides and more.

Other signature events include the Kris Kringle Market, featuring late-night shopping in downtown Palmerston on Nov. 19 from 4 to 8 p.m., the Candy Canes and Cocktails sip-and-shop event in downtown Harriston on Nov. 27 from 4 to 8 p.m., and Clifford’s Christmas in the Village event, featuring a variety of Christmas-themed activities from 5 to 7 p.m. ahead of the Santa Claus parade on Nov. 28.

Various local community groups will also host a variety of festive events and activities, including silent auctions, theatrical performances, parades, craft nights, and more – many of which are listed on the town’s website.

On the same site, residents can learn about the “Holiday Passport,” which they can use to enter to win prizes by visiting participating local businesses.

By EloraFergusToday Staff