Celebration of Lights
Celebration of Lights is a volunteer-run seasonal festival in Sarnia-Lambton that stages a large holiday light display at Centennial Park, managing setup, nightly operation, and teardown. The organization coordinates volunteer events such as Crane Day and Community Teardown Day, partners with local sponsors and service groups, and solicits tradespeople and volunteers for display repairs and event support. They also run an annual lighting competition and awards night and provide financial or in-kind support to local charities.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
Recent Activity
Announcement of passing of former board member
Celebration of Lights announced on 2026-05-03 that Paul Babcock Jr., a former board member and long time supporter, has passed away in Sarnia. The organization described him as caring and helpful, saying he loved to bless children, and offered condolences as the community mourns with his family.
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Community gratitude and volunteer assistance thank-you
Celebration of Lights thanked local fabricators on April 24 2026 for offering repair and fabrication help for display frames, singling out Tyson Fulcher for coordinating pickup, repair, and delivery. The group also noted other fabricators have offered help and that they will be contacted about building new displays, celebrating Sarnia's generous community spirit.
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Request for local metal fabricator
Celebration of Lights is asking Sarnia Lambton residents for a local metal fabricator to help repair display frames and they request messages and shares to find someone quickly. If you can weld or repair steel or aluminum frames, or know a local shop, please respond to the post or share it with local fabricators.
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Opening Ceremonies Photographer Request
Celebration of Lights is seeking a professional portrait photographer to photograph portraits at the Opening Ceremonies when the lights are turned on, mentioned as Saturday, November 28th. Organizers will supply a heated tent, tables, chairs, string lighting, and the Santa portrait chair; the photographer must provide a backdrop and onsite printing and should message the organizers to volunteer or refer someone.
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Volunteer thank-you for display takedown
Celebration of Lights publicly thanked Jon Boot construction for giving up a Saturday to help remove the last displays, emphasizing donated labor and community volunteer collaboration in wrapping up the seasonal display. The brief post is a public acknowledgement of local business support and community effort following the display takedown.
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Season Wrap-Up and Volunteer Appreciation
The Season Wrap-Up and Volunteer Appreciation event on January 10, 2026, celebrates the contributions of volunteers and sponsors, with future planning for 2026 underway.
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Community Tear Down Day
Join the Community Teardown Day on January 10th, 2026, at Centennial Park, where volunteers are needed to help with community initiatives and enjoy refreshments and lunch.
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Community Teardown Day
Join the Community Teardown Day on January 10th, 2026, at Centennial Park, where volunteers are needed to help with community initiatives and enjoy refreshments and lunch.
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Crane Day and Community Tear Down Day
Join the Celebration of Lights for Crane Day and Community Tear Down Day on January 9th, 2026, in Sarnia, where volunteers are needed to assist with display management and teardown.
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Crane Day and Community Tear Down Day Volunteer Opportunities
Join the Celebration of Lights for Crane Day on January 9th and Community Tear Down Day on January 10th, 2026, and volunteer to help make these events a success!
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Crane Day Volunteer Opportunities
Join the Celebration of Lights for Crane Day on January 9th, 2026, and Community Tear Down Day on January 10th, 2026, as we seek volunteers to help with displays and refreshments.
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Celebration of Lights Volunteer Opportunities
Join the Celebration of Lights for volunteer opportunities on January 6 and January 10, 2026, at Centennial Park to help with the teardown of the displays.
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Celebration of Lights
Join us for the last night of the Celebration of Lights on January 1, 2026, from 5 PM to 11 PM, and enjoy a magical evening of beautiful illuminations.
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Light Display Operating Hours and Issues
The Celebration of Lights will have its light displays operating from 5 PM to 11 PM, with the last night on New Year's Day, but rain may affect visibility in the coming days.
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Donation to Sarnia Blessings
Celebration of Lights has made a generous $2500 donation to Sarnia Blessings to support local food provision during the holiday season.
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Lights Operational Announcement
The lights are back on tonight in Sarnia-Lambton, bringing festive cheer to the community after a brief outage!
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Awards and Appreciation Night Winners
The Awards and Appreciation Night celebrated the contributions of sponsors and volunteers, recognizing winners of the lighting competition and showcasing community spirit.
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Celebration of Lights
Join us for the Celebration of Lights at Centennial Park on December 17, 2025, hosted by Dean Holtz and Rae-Lynn Burgess, celebrating the magic of Christmas and community spirit!
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Display Issues and Updates for Celebration of Lights
The Celebration of Lights is addressing display issues and is confident that all displays will be operational for the upcoming weekend, with community events planned.
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Noelle's Gift to Children Donation Drive
Join the Noelle's Gift to Children Donation Drive by Celebration of Lights, aiming to raise $1000 for children in need by December 19th!
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Annual Lighting Competition
Join the Annual Lighting Competition on December 2, 2025, hosted by Celebration of Lights, and showcase your festive spirit by entering your dazzling light display!
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Celebration of Lights Event
Join us for the Celebration of Lights Event on November 29, 2025, a festive gathering celebrating community spirit and holiday cheer!
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Santa's Arrival and Holiday Lights Ceremony
Join us for Santa's Arrival and Holiday Lights Ceremony on November 29, 2025, at 5:30 PM, featuring Mrs Claus for photos and the magical lighting of the holiday decorations!
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Christmas Carol Concert at Suncor Agora Stage
Join us for the Christmas Carol Concert at Suncor Agora Stage on November 29, 2025, at 5 PM, featuring live music, hot drinks, and a special appearance by Santa!
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Christmas Carol Concert
Join us at the Suncor Agora Stage on November 29, 2025, at 5 PM for the Christmas Carol Concert featuring live music, hot drinks, and a special appearance by Santa!
