The Cavalcade of Lights at Philip Nathan Square, Toronto, Canada

Every early December, there is a light festival called Cavalcade of Lights in Toronto to celebrate the arrival of the Christmas season.

Christmas lights at the Nathan Philips Square, Toronto

                                                                             It is a festival that lasts for a few weeks with music and entertainment in the Nathan Philips Square at Queen Street and Bay.

The Chanukah candle in front of old City Hall

                                                             



  The Cavalcade of Lights Festival started last Saturday and for the first time in a long time we were free on this Saturday and went down to take in the festival, enjoy the sights and sound of the Christmas season in downtown Toronto.

Since Canada is a multi cultural inclusive society which is reflected in our celebration of the Christmas season and everything we do. Besides the traditional Christmas lights, there was a gigantic  Chanukah candle lit for the fifth day in a row in front of the old City Hall building.

People skating in a great festive atmosphere at the Nathan Philips Square

Beautiful display of lights

Besides the concerts,  another really popular activity at the Nathan Philip Square was the free public skating rink where kids, teens and adults could enjoy the festive atmosphere while skating to Christmas music.

If you don't have a pair of skates, you can easily rent a pair for $10.00 at the square.  Plenty of food and hot drinks were available to fill your stomach and warm your cold hands and feet.

Inside  the Eaton Centre, just a stone throw away from the Square, there were more lights and Christmas decorations on display.

This three story high reindeer stood proudly at the entrance to the Eaton Centre - a popular shopping mall in Toronto. The reindeer was among some of the beautiful decorations during the Christmas season  in the mall welcoming shoppers looking for their perfect gifts for their loved ones.



Over at the Dundas Square at Dundas and Yonge Street,
three lighted polar bears welcome visitors to this busy square

Across from the Eaton Centre, the Hudson Bay Company put on the its annual miniature Christmas scenery displays - a must see for kids who will be marvelled at the details and intricate craftwork.

We were there by ourselves, two grown adults without any kids. We had a great time looking at all the lights and displays wile soaking up the Christmas spirit. A great way to enjoy some outdoor air and spend a Saturday evening!

R.T.
Downtown Toronto

Christmas decorations at Dundas Square



R.T. Toronto