Join the City of Yellowknife and NWT Legislative Assembly for “Winter Lights Across Canada”

(YELLOWKNIFE) Wednesday, November 12, 2025 — The City of Yellowknife and the Legislative Assembly invite you to celebrate Winter Lights Across Canada!

📅 Friday, December 5

4:45 pm – Gather at the Somba K’e Park to watch it light up for the season!

~ Follow the holiday lights from City Hall ~

5:15 pm – Gather at the Legislative Assembly for:

  • A special performance in the Great Hall
  • Christmas trees decorated by kindergarteners from Yellowknife, Ndılǫ, and Dettah
  • The Great Hall lighting by Speaker Thompson
  • A special visit from SANTA! 🎅

“Winter Lights Across Canada,” led by the Government of Canada, lights up landmarks nationwide on the same night to spread holiday cheer across the country. The City of Yellowknife and the NWT Legislative Assembly are thrilled to participate in this annual tradition.

For more information, please contact:

Meghan Newberry
Special Events Coordinator 
City of Yellowknife                                                 
@email 
867-920-5676

Public Affairs and Communications
Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly
@email