Grand Island Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Grand Island and surrounding areas
Grand Island delivers a lively festive season with Christmas markets and seasonal activities along Grand Island Boulevard and near Beaver Island State Park. Attend the Light Up the Boulevard Electric Parade and Festival, enjoy local markets, and admire neighborhood lights that brighten the island’s winter evenings. From family-friendly performances to Santa visits and cozy shopping, Grand Island’s holiday attractions offer a welcoming mix of lights, markets and things to do for the whole community.
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Christmas Markets
24 eventsFestive market supporting local children and youth.
Christmas Shows
22 eventsA classic holiday musical based on the beloved film.
Christmas Lights
17 eventsCanada's largest FREE outdoor light festival
Christmas Parties
11 eventsKids' holiday fun with games and a movie for parents' break
Christmas Activities
26 eventsOutdoor shopping experience with Winter Wonderland of Lights
Editor's Picks (6)
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Cavalcade of Lights
(Toronto)
Annual tree lighting and holiday festival
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Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights
(Niagara Falls)
Canada's largest FREE outdoor light festival
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White Christmas Musical
(Buffalo)
A classic holiday musical based on the beloved film.
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The Original Santa Claus Parade
(Toronto)
Over 120 years of tradition
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Oakville Hometown Holiday
(Oakville)
Outdoor shopping experience with Winter Wonderland of Lights
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Merry and Bright in Downtown Welland: Santa Claus Parade and Tree Lighting
(Welland)
Santa Parade, Tree Lighting, and Chili Cookoff in one event.
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Grand Island Christmas Events Map
See every Christmas event, light display, and market on one map.
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Grand Island Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Light Up the Boulevard parade and festival and the Railside Christmas celebration downtown, both drawing large crowds for festive activities and holiday cheer.
Grand Island’s community-driven events like the Light Up the Boulevard parade and the wagon-led Santa visits during Railside Christmas highlight local traditions that bring residents together in celebration.
Several neighborhoods in Grand Island are known for their festive displays, with some areas hosting beloved neighborhood favorites that attract visitors looking for walkable light displays.
Christmas markets and local artisan vendors are commonly found in downtown Grand Island, especially around Amur Plaza during the Railside Christmas event and other seasonal craft fairs.
Free activities include visiting neighborhood light displays, attending the Light Up the Boulevard parade, and exploring local markets with no admission fees, offering festive fun without a high cost.
Family-friendly options include the Light Up the Boulevard parade, Railside Christmas with Santa visits and crafts, and walkable neighborhood light displays that offer interactive holiday experiences for children.