Well, it’s the first of December and that means the Christmas season has officially arrived. I love this time of year and the multitude of things to do across the country, that contribute to that feeling of holiday cheer. I scoured the Internet for a few events I thought were worth checking out, but feel free to leave a comment and tell us what’s going on in your corner of the country, too!
VANCOUVER
Irving Berlin`s White Christmas: The Musical
When: Now until December 27
Make your days merry and bright by warming to this unforgettable musical about love and friendship. Based on the classic holiday film, this tap-dancing delight brims with tunes—including “Blue Skies,” “Sisters,” and the ever-popular “White Christmas”—that will fill you with the joy of the season.
Click here to buy tickets.
CALGARY
Once Upon A Christmas at Heritage Park
When: December 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20, 2009
Celebrate the magic and wonder of Christmas Past. Tour the beautifully decorated Park on a horse-drawn wagon ride, visit Santa and his reindeer, and take a spin on the magical Town Square skating rink. Roving entertainment, hands-on Christmas activities and festive, holiday traditions will awaken your Christmas spirit. Celebrate the magic and wonder of Christmas Past. Tour the beautifully decorated Park on a horse-drawn wagon ride, visit Santa and his reindeer, and take a spin on the magical Town Square skating rink. Roving entertainment, hands-on Christmas activities and festive, holiday traditions will awaken your Christmas spirit. Click here for more information.
TORONTO
An evening with The Priests: Harmony
When: Friday, December 4, 2009, 8pm
Enjoy a very special musical evening with The Priests, the singing clergymen superstars who broke the Guinness World Record for the fastest selling classical debut album of all time. This celebration features songs from their second album entitled Harmony, released November 23rd, and conversations with Classical 96 FM Program Director John Van Driel. The event will assist in funding the St Paul’s Christmas Family Program, feeding local families in need this season. The evening is produced by Sony Music Entertainment Canada and will be recorded for broadcast on Classical 96 FM and Salt + Light Television. Performance takes place at St. Paul`s Basilica, 83 Powers Street, Toronto, M5A 3A8. Click here to buy tickets or call 1-866-9-GET-TIX; visit amazon.ca to buy their album.
MONTREAL
Christmas in the Park
When: Now until December 24, 2009
Christmas in the Park is a magical site where world music, opera, songs, storytellers, circus artists and street performers all come together in two festively decorated parks.
Click here for more information.
HALIFAX / DARTMOUTH
TD Bank Financial Group Dartmouth Christmas Tree Lighting
When: December 5, 2009, 4:30pm
This event features live entertainment, free hot chocolate and cookies (while quantities last), free Kiwanis Club “Santa Express Train Ride”, free Candy Canes (while quantities last), and a visit from Santa Claus at the HRM Fire Truck and fireworks. Nova Scotia Power is partnering with The Dartmouth Tree Lighting in order to promote energy efficient Christmas lighting and will be offering an exchange program during this event. Bring two sets of your old Christmas lights to the tree lighting ceremony. Nova Scotia Power will exchange your old Christmas lights for one set of energy efficient LED Christmas lights. Quantities are limited, and based on first come, first served.
Click here for more information or call (902) 490-6776.
