Cambridge Winterfest 2026
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Santa Claus Parade
Join us as we welcome Santa Claus to town
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Time: 6 p.m. sharp
Route: NEW for 2026! The parade will travel on King Street East in Preston, beginning at Chestnut Street and ending at Eagle Street.
Galt and Preston Tree Lightings
Galt Tree Lighting
Join us and the Downtown Cambridge BIA as we officially welcome the holiday season with the Downtown Cambridge Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Date & Time: Thursday, November 26 | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Queen’s Square
For more details, please visit the Downtown Cambridge BIA website.
The City of Cambridge is proud to present Winterfest 2026!
Cambridge’s award-winning festival offers a flurry of events to celebrate the season for all ages.
Phil Kline’s Unsilent Night
Friday, November 27, 2026
Location: Cambridge City Hall, Civic Square, 50 Dickson Street and Downtown Cambridge
Cambridge Holiday Market
Dates:
Friday, November 27, 2026
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 28, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 29, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Locations: Cambridge City Hall (50 Dickson St) and Cambridge Centre for the Arts (60 Dickson St), Cambridge, Ontario, Canada
Music and Lights in the Village
Friday December 4, 2026
6 – 8:30 p.m.
7:15 p.m. Tree Lighting
Back by popular demand! Keepsake Winterfest Music and Lights in the Village ornaments available while supplies last!
Locations: Cambridge Public Library Hespeler (5 Tannery St E), Hepler Town Hall (11 Tannery St E) and St Andrew’s Hespeler Presbyterian Church (73 Queen St E)
Gather in Hespeler Village to celebrate the festive holiday season. Enjoy the festive holiday lights and tree lighting, desserts available for purchase, musical entertainment, crafts and more!
Candyland
Get ready for a whimsical day of fun and fantasy at Candyland, a delightful celebration for children and families! The City of Cambridge is excited to announce Candyland returns to Central Park in Preston!
Date & Time: Saturday, December 12 |10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location: Central Park, 615 King St E
Event Highlights:
- Ice Slide Adventure – Back by popular demand, zoom down a frosty slide in a swirl of excitement!
- Special custom Candyland ice sculpture you won’t want to miss taking a family photo beside.
- Candyland Games – Enjoy interactive, candy-themed games for all ages.
Lights in the park featuring unique giant letters perfect for photo moments with friends and family. - Live Performances – Be entertained by music, dance, and theatrical acts throughout the day.
- Wandering Characters – Meet magical guests like Willy Melt, Santa, and Mrs. Claus, and more spreading joy and holiday cheer.
- Face painting all day long! Request your favourite festive design.
- Hot Chocolate Station – Cozy up with a warm cup of hot chocolate.
Dress in your sweetest candy-inspired outfits and bring the whole family for a day full of laughter, imagination, and wintery fun!
Downtown Preston has lots of free parking near the park.
New Year’s Eve Party
Thursday December 31, 2026, 3 to 7 pm – doors will open at 2:30 pm
Location: Hespeler Arena, 640 Ellis Road
Location: Downtown Cambridge, Hespeler Village, Galt, Preston, Ontario
Website: https://magic106.com/event/9204/cambridge-celebrates-winterfest/
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