First Light at Sainte-Marie and Shrine
Nov. 27 to Dec. 14, Thurs-Sun, 5:30 to 9 pm
More than 5,000 candles and lightscapes will illuminate the historic site, casting a warm glow across the reconstructed French Jesuit settlement. Martyrs’ Shrine will be open throughout with its own Christmas light displays, décor and activities.
Township of Tiny Holiday Festivities
Tree Lighting Celebration
Dec. 5, 2025 from 5-6:30pm
Snap a photo with Santa and his reindeer, enjoy hot cocoa by the fire, and join the festive
countdown to the tree lighting. S’mores, music, and holiday cheer await!
Hillsdale Light Up the Tree Celebration
Dec. 06, 2025 6-8pm
Hillsdale Community Park, 4517 Penetanguishene Rd. , Hillsdale
Light Up the Tree and stay for free Wagon Rides, Hot Chocolate, Treats & Crafts!
Simcoe County Branch Ontario Ancestors
Show and Share
Dec. 06, 2025 10:30 to 11:30am
Barrie & District Association Realtors Facility, 676 Veterans Drive, Barrie
Elmvale Lions Santa Claus Parade
Dec 7, 2025 at 1pm HCES
Theme, “All I want for Christmas.”
www.elmvalelions.ca to sign up – look in scroll at top
Jazz Cabaret
Dec. 11, 2025 at 7 pm
Elmvale District High School, 25 Lawson Ave
Tickets will be sold in advance only, starting on November 16th at the school office or on school cash online for $15.
Let’s do Lunch and Bake Sale
Dec. 11, 2025 11-1pm
Elmvale Presbyterian Church, 22 Queen St. E
Sleigh Ride in the Village by Elmvale Lioness Lions
Dec. 12, 2025 6-9pm
FREE Horse wagon rides, hotdogs and drink, facepainting, craft, toys, loot bags and Adult Market. Bring foodbank item.
Minesing Annual Tree Lighting
Dec. 12th at 6:30pm
Annual Christmas Tractor Parade at 7 pm
Minesing Community Centre
Carol Sing
Dec. 17, 2025 7-8:30pm
Elmvale Presbyterian Church, 22 Queen St. E
Join in singing your favourite carols and enjoy fellowship, cider and cookies