Don’t miss the free DJ Skate Party from 5 to 8 p.m. on December 2.
Experience the magic of the holiday season with the much-loved Cavalcade of Lights presented by Desjardins Financial Group at Nathan Phillips Square. Inspired by international lantern, fire and light festivals and winter solstice celebrations, Cavalcade of Lights is a free event that transforms City Hall and its surrounds into a dazzling wonderland.
Enjoy the glittering tree, participate in public skating and bask in the glow of thousands of energy-efficient bulbs as they adorn the heart of downtown Toronto. Bring your own skates or rent them on site.
Share the magic with loved ones using #CavalcadeOfLights.
5 to 8 p.m. at the Nathan Phillips Square Rink
Skate to the beats of Canadian-Tamil artist Lady Pista.
South of Main Stage
An interactive installation produced by Desjardins Financial Group that allows participants to explore the hidden power of their unique voices.
Around Circle Stage
Explore stories of family, nature and hope by Indigenous artists celebrating the Year of the Rabbit with this illuminating display by LunarFest GTA.
City Hall Main Entrance
Check out lanterns from Zigong in China’s Sichuan province, hand-crafted by more than 50 Zigong artisans, in partnership with Woodside Square Shopping Centre.
Various Locations
Enjoy imagery on barricade covers inspired by cultures, communities and light festivals from a diverse array of international artists, in partnership with MuseArts.
Nathan Phillips Square
100 Queen St. W.
Parking is available nearby and under the square. Find Green P parking lots available during Cavalcade of Lights.
Visit TTC.ca to plan your trip to Cavalcade of Lights.
Plan your trip to Cavalcade of Lights using GO Transit and learn more about the GO Transit Weekend Passes.
Take advantage of the Cavalcade of Cheer Offer at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel, steps from Nathan Phillips Square and with dazzling views of the festive lights. This package includes a room with a view of Nathan Phillips Square, a family snack pack full of treats and a $25 food and beverage credit.
