Grand Bend is getting ready to kick off the holiday season with an evening of Christmas lights, music, dancing and a visit from Santa.
The annual Jingle Bells Group Light Up Grand Bend celebration takes place this Saturday, November 14th, with activities starting at 5 p.m.
Glen Baillie, chairman of this year’s Jingle Bells group, says you won’t want to miss this years event.
Santa will make his way down Main Street, turning on the Christmas lights and decorations along the main street and business area.
This year’s event will have a country Christmas theme, with line dancing at the Beach Plaza. The area will also be decorated with patio lights, creating a festive place for people to gather before Santa arrives.
Once Santa makes his way down the street, children will have a chance to visit with him.
There will also be horse-drawn carriage rides, along with hot chocolate and hot apple cider provided by the Lions Club.
Baillie says there will be some new decorations this year, along with familiar favourites, giving visitors something different to enjoy.
He says the event takes a lot of community support, with many people and groups coming together to help make the celebration possible.
The event will go ahead in all weather, so residents are encouraged to dress for the conditions and come out to enjoy the festivities.
He says the Jingle Bells celebration is just the beginning of a busy holiday season in Grand Bend, with the Lions Club Christmas Parade planned for November 28th, along with other seasonal activities and shopping opportunities along the main street.