Ottawa's Incredible Free Christmas Light Show Is Finally Back At Parliament This Week
Winter is arguably the worst and best time to be in Ottawa. Sure, the weather outside is frightful, but the free events are so delightful. So if you’re looking to have a little wintery fun on the cheap this season, we have just the thing. As far as Ottawa Christmas lights go, Christmas Lights Across Canada takes some beating.
The enchanted light and sound multi-media show will kick off on Wednesday, December 4 in Confederation Park.
In addition to thousands of twinkling lights and the multi-media light display, attendees can also enjoy live holiday tunes, interactive public pianos, and free beavertails. Yum!
The main light show, projected on the parliament buildings, will tell the story of three Christmas characters on a journey to find light.
The beautiful imagery is inspired by Canada’s nature, climate, and culture.
To see the rest of the dazzling lights, simply follow the lighting route, which leads to iconic areas such as National War Memorial, the Garden of Provinces and Territories, and Alexandra Bridge.
Ottawa is about to be fully illuminated and you’re not going to want to miss it.
So get your besties together and enjoy a night of sparkling lights and free treats.
After opening night, you can catch the lightscapes show nightly on Parliament hill from 5:30 p.m. until 11 p.m. The 13-minute story runs on a constant loop, so you can pop in anytime to see it.
You can wander through the stunning lighting route every day as well. The lights will stay bright from 4:30 p.m. until 2 a.m.
Free beavertails will only be available on opening night while supplies last, so you may want to arrive early to try and secure a sweet treat for yourself.
But even if they run out, there are plenty of illuminating reasons to make time for this show this winter.
Christmas Lights Across Canada
Price: Free
When: Wednesday, December 4 until Tuesday, January 7
Address: Confederation Park, Ottawa, ON
Why You Need To Go: You can experience the magic of the season at this incredibly breathtaking light and sound show in Ottawa.