17 Days 17 Hours 17 Minutes 17 Seconds Until next Summer Fest! Get ready for a magical holiday season at Coaldale Winter Fest! From November 29 to December 21 , Civic Plaza will buzz with energy as the Town, local community groups, organizations and businesses host a variety of enchanting events. A highlight of this year’s Winter Fest will be the stunning light displays that previously illuminated Winter Walk in the Park. These beloved decorations will be moved downtown to Main Street and Civic Plaza, creating a festive backdrop for all events and adding to the holiday cheer throughout the season. The festivities begin with the highly anticipated 24th Annual Country Christmas Night of Lights on November 29 . The new outdoor sheet of ice, complete with refrigeration lines, is anticipated to be ready for the event and the Coaldale Public Library will be launching their skate rental program to coincide with the opening of Civic Plaza. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to celebrate the season with us—join in the holiday spirit and make lasting memories! If you’re part of a community group or organization and want to join the fun, fill out the Civic Plaza Host Application . Schedule

Welcome to the First Annual Coaldale Winter Fest! Celebrate the season with us at Coaldale Winter Fest, an inaugural festival that blends cherished local traditions with fresh new experiences. Join us from November 29 to December 21, 2024, as Coaldale, Alberta, transforms into a magical winter wonderland! A New Tradition with Beloved Roots Winter Fest opens on November 29 with the beloved 24th Annual Country Christmas Night of Lights , bringing holiday magic to Main Street and Civic Plaza. The evening will feature the much-anticipated Night of Lights Parade, while local businesses join in the celebration along Main Street. Civic Plaza will come alive with dazzling lights, festive activities, and, for the first time, a new outdoor ice rink—perfect for skaters of all ages to enjoy under the glow of holiday lights. It’s the start of an unforgettable season! Bringing the Winter Walk Downtown We will be relocating the Winter Walk in the Park light displays to Civic Plaza, illuminating downtown Coaldale with twinkling pathways and holiday charm. Take a magical stroll through these enchanting displays, now set in the vibrant heart of our town. Embracing the Spirit of Community Winter Fest celebrates our community with a variety of local events hosted by Coaldale groups and organizations at Civic Plaza. From holiday markets to live performances, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. If you’re part of a local organization and want to host an event, complete the Civic Plaza Host Application and help bring this new tradition to life! A Festive Finale to Remember On December 21, 2024, we’ll wrap up the festivities with the Christmas Closer, a grand finale that brings family, friends, and neighbors together to celebrate the joys of the season. Join us for this memorable close to Coaldale’s first Winter Fest! Join Us for Coaldale’s New Tradition! With ice skating, brilliant light displays, festive parades, and community celebrations, Coaldale Winter Fest is the perfect way to enjoy the season. Come make memories with us and be a part of this new holiday tradition. Mark your calendars and help us make the first Coaldale Winter Fest an event to remember! Date: Friday, August 11 Time: 7:00 PM, the movie will begin sometime between 8:30 PM and 9:00 PM Location: Millennium Park (Hub Field) next to FCSS and behind the Ice Arena.

NIGHT OF LIGHTS PARADE Join us for the 24th Annual Country Christmas Night of Lights Parade The parade will depart at 7 p.m. The parade will start at the Coaldale Health Centre and continue west down 20th Ave to the corner of 20ave/19st. Date: Friday, November 29 Time: 7 p.m. Location: Coaldale's Main Street (20th Ave) Application: Parade application form View the event map for more information regarding the parade route. View the road closures map for more information regarding road closures.

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NIGHT OF LIGHTS BONFIRES Take a break and warm up during the Night of Lights festivities! In addition to the natural gas firepits at Civic Plaza , there will be bonfires along Main Street with a variety of hosts. 19th Street & 20th Ave (North side of road) Hosted by ATB Wealth ATB Wealth who will be handing out glow sticks while tending the fire at 19th Street North & 20th Ave at the bulb-out in the SW corner of Canada Post. 18th Street & 20th Ave (South side of road) Hosted by McDonald's McDonald's will be handing out Coffee, Hamburglar & Ice Cream Cone Coupons while tending the fire at 18th Street South & 20th Ave at the bulb-out in the NE corner of the new Civic Square building. 17th Street & 20th Ave (North side of road) Hosted by Kinsmen Club of Coaldale Kinsmen Club of Coaldale will be tending the fire at the bulb-out in the SE corner of the Dennis' Dirtworx office building. 16th Street & 20th Ave (South side of road) Hosted by Coaldale & District Emergency Services Coaldale & District Emergency Services will be tending the fire in front of the Coaldale Fire Department at 1507 20th Ave. 13th Street & 20th Ave (North side of road) Hosted by Stop N' Go Stop N' Go will be serving hot chocolate and tending the fire in front of their business (1220 20th Ave). View the event map for more information regarding fire locations.

NIGHT OF LIGHTS PARADE APPLICATION Interested in entering a float in the Country Christmas Night of Lights Parade? Fill out the form below! Parade Information Date: Friday, November 29, 2024 Location: Coaldale Health Centre (2100 11th St) Lineup & judging: 6 p.m. Start: 7 p.m. Registration deadline: November 25, 2024 @ Noon. Contact e-mail: parade@coaldale.ca Contact phone: 403-345-1328 No Entry Fee The Night of Lights Parade is a community event designed to entertain families and visitors in our community. The street lights along the parade route will be turned off during the parade to showcase your float to the fullest. Get creative, share the Christmas Spirit and above all, come and have fun in Coaldale. The Town of Coaldale has confirmed Santa's attendance at the parade. Please help keep the spirit alive by ensuring there is only one Santa in the parade. Please ensure that your daytime running lights and headlights are either blacked out or turned off during the parade to help keep the emphases on the float decorations and lights. Rules & Regulations INSURANCE: All vehicle entries and animal entries must provide a Certificate of Insurance (pink slip) as evidence that insurance is maintained for your entry and your entry’s participants. All vehicle operators MUST have a valid operator’s license. PROVINCE OF ALBERTA TRAFFIC SAFETY ACT: The Act applies to all roadways at all times with the exception of the official parade route on the designated date and at the designated time. Quads and golf carts are not permitted on any roadway other than: travelling directly to and from the marshalling area at Coaldale Health Centre; on the designated parade route. Other unregistered vehicles will only be permitted on the parade route. These vehicles must be dropped off and picked up at Coaldale Health Centre by trailer. All trailers being used as a float must satisfy The Act while travelling to and from the official parade route start and end site Coaldale Health Centre. Field tractors are permitted to travel to and from the official parade route start and end site Coaldale Health Centre (2100 11th St), however, passengers other than permitted by a jump seat are not allowed on the vehicle during transport to and from Coaldale Health Centre. PARKING: Please carpool to the marshalling area to avoid congestion and delays in leaving the area after the parade. More details will follow as to where parking will be available. MARSHALLING AREA: The marshalling area will be at the Coaldale Health Centre parking lot. We request that all entrants be in the marshalling area and checked in no later than 6 p.m. if you would like your entry to be judged, and no later than 6:30 p.m. to participate in the parade. Judging starts at 6 p.m. Ribbons will be handed out by 6:45 p.m. Please note that safety rules will be reviewed with each entry prior to the parade start and that all instructions made by parade Officials must be obeyed. *An information email will be sent to you prior to parade day with all of the information you will need to make the day a success. MAXIMUM ENTRY DIMENSIONS: If your entry exceeds 40 feet in length or 16 feet in height (from ground level), the parade committee will contact you with further information. JUDGING: Judging will commence at 6 p.m. Please ensure your category card is visible on the right passenger side of your entry. COMMERCIAL ENTRIES: Commercial and agricultural entries are welcomed. For safety reasons, please note that fuel trucks or any road trailers carrying dangerous goods are not permitted to enter the parade. Alcoholic beverages and drugs Alcohol, cannabis and prohibited drugs are forbidden. Participants whom parade officials believe have consumed alcohol, cannabis or prohibited drugs prior to or during the parade will be removed and not be accepted in future parades. Smoking Smoking is not permitted on the parade route. Parade position Parade position will be chosen by parade officials at the time of marshaling. Equestrian entries Equine entries can be dropped off in the parking lot at the Coaldale Health Centre. Please provide your own clean-up crew for any messes at the drop off area, marshalling area and along the parade route. Decorating Please ensure that your daytime running lights and headlights are either blacked out or turned off during the parade. Show your creativity and provide parade-goers with a memorable light display. Parade safety Do NOT throw candy during the Night of Lights parade. Seat belt Traffic Safety Rules and helmet rules will be relaxed while on the parade route ONLY. Skateboarders, rollerbladers, and bikers are NOT allowed to be towed by any float or vehicle. Floats containing a combustible fuel powered generator or other possible fire hazards must have on board, at a minimum, a 10 lb ABC Chemical Fire Extinguisher. No entry may be more than 16 feet in height (from ground level) to ensure it will be able to fit under the Shaw cable over main street and no longer than 40’ to be able to navigate the corner at 20th Ave and 19th St. Please contact parade@coaldale.ca for more information. All parade entries must stay on the parade route from start to finish to ensure the safety of the public and to ensure no traffic infractions are incurred as per the Province of Alberta Traffic Safety Act. All trailers being used as a float must satisfy the Province of Alberta Traffic Safety Act while travelling to and from the official parade start and end site (Coaldale Health Centre). Specifically, trailers must adhere to the following: street legal; working lights; license plate; no passengers; no items blowing off the trailer. All riders on floats must be securely seated on the float with all parts of their bodies confined within the float (no feet dangling from float). A safety support or railing on the float would be preferred. Once on the parade route, no one will be allowed to jump onto the float. The ultimate responsibility for safety lies with each individual entry. Entries must comply with all rules and regulations and safety codes. The Town of Coaldale, Event Committee and staff assume no responsibility in connection with and makes no representation as to the safety of any parade entry, in whole or in part, solely by compliance with the parade rules and regulations. Parade float entry information Organization/entry name* What is the estimated total length of your parade entry including tow vehicle and trailer if applicable?* What is the estimated maximum height of your parade entry?* Which of the following categories are applicable to your parade entry? Children & Youth (children and youth organizations) Comic & Novelty (smaller individual entries that are just for fun) Community & Not-For-Profit Organizations Agricultural Commercial Animals Antique and Classic Cars Checklist I agree to turn off and/or cover my headlights and running lights for the duration of the parade (if applicable) I will provide proof of insurance day-of or upload it to this form below. I agree to and understand all Rules and Regulations and Parade Safety as stated above. Certificate of insurance (pink slip) Upload File Proof of insurance can be provided day-of or uploaded to this form in advance. Contact information First name* Last name* Country/Region* Address* City* Zip / Postal code* Phone* Email* Photo/Video Authorization & Release I authorize The Town of Coaldale, to use: 1. film photographs, 2. digital photographs, 3. motion picture footage and/or 4. audio recordings of myself and my parade entry and any persons or things associated with my parade entry recorded in Coaldale for the following uses: The Materials will be recorded and used with the understanding that the content or theme thereof will be the following: To promote the Town of Coaldale, AB as a preferred community to live, work and play. I affirm to the Photo/Video Authorization & Release Reproduction and use The Town of Coaldale has the unrestricted right and permission to copyright and use, re-use, publish, and republish the Materials in all forms of media (including printed materials) for art, promotional purposes (including, but not limited to, advertising, publicity, commercial, or display use), illustration, exhibition, editorial, trade, or any other purpose whatsoever. This right extends to both domestic and foreign markets. Reproduction and use I hereby relinquish any right that I may have to examine or approve the completed Materials or their use(s). Further, I hereby release and discharge The Town of Coaldale and all persons functioning under the Towns permission or authority (including, but not limited to, associates, affiliates, officers, agents, advertising agencies, designated directors, employees, and customers) from any claims. This includes claims related to blurring, alteration, distortion, or use in composite form that may occur or be produced in the process of recording, processing, or publishing the Materials, including any claims for libel or invasion of privacy. I hereby affirm that I am over the age of majority and have the right to contract in my child’s name. I have read the above document and I fully understand its contents. This agreement shall be binding upon me and my heirs, legal representatives and assigns. I affirm to the Release of claims Affirmation I affirm that entering my full name and submitting this form constitutes an electronic signature of this form. Signature Signature* Clear Submit

NIGHT OF LIGHTS FOOD, DEALS & PROMOTIONS Check out the various food options, local deals & promotions during Night of Lights! Indulge in a turkey dinner, grab a burger and support your local Fire Deparment. sip on a cup of hot chocolate and check out what the community has to offer. There is a something for everyone, A1 Pizza 1814 20th Ave Slice of pizza and a drink for $4.50 from 5 - 9 p.m. ATB Financial 1821 20th Ave Free hot chocolate inside the branch from 5:30 - 9 p.m. Buster's Pizza & Donair 1801 20th Ave $11.99 for 2 topper medium pizzas from 5 - 9 p.m. Coaldale Firefighters BBQ at the Civic Square Parking Lot Civic Square Parking Lot (1801 20th Ave) $7 for Burger, chips & drink or $5 for hot dog, chips & drink from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Coaldale Food Market & Bakery 1903 20th Ave Visit the Coca Cola Holiday Truck. Bakery open late until 9 p.m. Coaldale Granite Club Turkey Dinner at the Curling Club Coaldale Curling Club (2007 13th St) Adults/Seniors/Teens $25. Kids under 12 $15, Kids under 5 free. Turkey dinner served from 4:30 - 8:30 p.m. Coaldale Pet Clinic 1402 20th Ave Free popcorn & hot chocolate from 5:30 - 9 p.m. Civic Plaza Concession Civic Plaza (2007 19 Street) Free hot chocolate sponsored by KFC and served by LDS Missionaries. KFC 2507 1st Avenue Unit 10 $5 off any Bucket of Chicken Mcdonalds at the 18th St. Bonfire Southwest corner of 18th Street & 20 Avenue Coffee, Hamburglar & Ice Cream Cone Coupons. Pharmasave Coaldale 1910 20th Ave 20% off all Pharmasave products and free popcorn from 6 - 8 p.m. The Pet Corner 1802 20th Ave One year anniversary with giveaways & sales, free cookies and a pet christmas photoshoot from 3 - 7 p.m. Pizza Hut 1723 20th Ave Medium 2 topping pizza for $9.99 + gst. Walk in carry out only. No delivery or online order. Pure Anada Boutique 1905 18th St Customer Appreciation Sale Nov 29 & 30- 20% off storewide Real Estate Centre 1817 20th Ave Free popcorn from 5:30 - 9 p.m. Red Apple Store 1701 20th Ave Promo bags & raffle basket draw from 5:30 - 9 p.m. Silver Specs Eye Care + Optical 1814 20th Ave C Chocolate chip cookies for the first 200 people, prize draws from 5:45 - 6:50 p.m. Stop N' Go 1220 20th Ave Free hot chocolate from 5:30 - 9 p.m. Ventura Cold Beer & Liquor Store 1814 20th Ave Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey, Cabot Trail Maple Whiskey and Rock Spiced Pear Sour tastings from 5:30 - 7 p.m. Tim Hortons at the Coaldale Public Library 2014 18th St (Coaldale Public Library) Hot chocolate, coffee, cookies from 4:30 - 6:45 p.m. View the event map for more information regarding food options, local deals and promotions.

CIVIC PLAZA WINTER SERIES Date: Friday, August 11 Time: 7:00 PM, the movie will begin sometime between 8:30 PM and 9:00 PM Location: Millennium Park (Hub Field) next to FCSS and behind the Ice Arena. Looking for a schedule of Winter Fest events? Check out the Civic Plaza Winter Series below. Join Coaldale’s inaugural Winter Fest by hosting an event at the Civic Plaza ! Community groups, organizations, and businesses are invited to create memorable experiences at the new Civic Plaza, featuring beautiful light displays previously part of Coaldale’s Winter Walk in the Park. Hosts will have access to the Concession Plaza, cozy outdoor fire pits, and the new outdoor skating rink. Fill out the Civic Plaza Host Application to request a date between November 29 and December 21 to help light up the season for our community. Night of Lights Friday, November 29 (2:30 - 9 p.m.) Hosted by the Town of Coaldale, the 24th Annual Country Christmas Night of Lights Learn more Kinette Club of Coaldale Tuesday, December 3 (5:30 - 8 p.m.) - POSTPONED to co-host with Kinsmen Club of Coaldale on Saturday, December 14. Join the Kinette Club of Coaldale for hot chocolate, cookies, oranges and candy canes. Lace up for a skate at the new Civic Plaza outdoor skating rink and take a break to warm up at one of the natural gas firepits. Glow Skate Saturday, December 7, (5:30 - 8 p.m.) - POSTPONED to Kinsmen & Kinette Clubs of Coaldale on Saturday, December 14 Join us for our annual Glow Skate with music and a light show at the new Civic Plaza outdoor skating rink! Santa Claus will be there to hand out candy canes, pose for photos, and chat by the natural gas firepits. Enjoy festive wagon rides as part of the fun! Town staff will also be serving hot chocolate from the concession to keep you warm and cozy. Learn more Coaldale Figure Skating Club Monday, December 9 (5:30 - 8 p.m.) Join the Coaldale Figure Skating Club for hot chocolate, candy canes, colouring, fires and ice skating. Southern Alberta Homes Friday, December 13 (5:30 - 8 p.m.) Join the Southern Alberta Homes Team for hot chocolate, fires and ice skating. Kinsmen & Kinette Clubs of Coaldale Saturday, December 14 (5:30 - 8 p.m.) The Kinsmen will be hosting again in 2024 with a fan favourite, FREE hot dogs & smokies compliments of the Coaldale Food Market & Coaldale Inn! Join them for a glow skate with a live DJ, wagon rides, hot dogs, candy canes, hot chocolate, hot apple cider, fires and ice skating. Rumor has it Santa is expected to make an appearance as well. Lear more (Winter Fest Poster.pdf) Coaldale Canadian Reformed Church Thursday, December 12 (5:30 - 8 p.m.) Join the Coaldale Canadian Reformed Church for hot chocolate, treats, fires and ice skating while enjoying music from a choir of carolers. Coaldale Chamber of Commerce Tuesday, December 17 (5:30 - 8 p.m.) Join the Coaldale Chamber of Commerce for wagons rides, cookies, hot chocolate, fires and ice skating. Red Door YQL Thursday, December 19 (5:30 - 8 p.m.) Join the Red Door YQL for hot chocolate, fires and ice skating. Winter Fest Finale Saturday, December 21 (Noon - 3 p.m.) Join us for a festive all-ages finale to Coaldale Winter Fest. The event will feature Photos with Santa (Mr. & Mrs. Claus) sponsored by FortisAlberta, Ginger Bread Cookie Decorating, Soulful Harp by Syeharps, Wagon Rides, Live music by Alyssa McQuaid sponsored by the Coaldale Chamber of Commerce, Hot Chocolate Bar & Concession hosted by Oldman Watershed Council, Smores and Outdoor Skating. Learn more here . Lethbridge Blinds & Drapery Friday, December 20 (4 - 6 p.m.) Join Lethbridge Blinds & Drapery for hot chocolate, glow sticks, cookies, fires and ice skating. 3rd Coaldale Scouts Wednesday, December 11 (5:30 - 8 p.m.) Join the 3rd Coaldale Scouts for hot chocolate, fires and ice skating. Coaldale Real Estate Centre Tuesday, December 10 (5:30 - 8 p.m.) Join the Coaldale Real Estate Centre for hot chocolate, roasted marshmallows, fires and ice skating. Interested in hosting an afternoon or evening at Civic Plaza as part of the Civic Plaza Winter Series? Fill out the Civic Plaza Host Application .

CIVIC PLAZA Coaldale's Community Living Room 2007 19 Street, Coaldale, Alberta The Town of Coaldale is making significant strides to enhance community life with the completion of Phase 3 of the Civic Square Project, revealing the much-anticipated Civic Plaza. This new addition to Coaldale’s central development is more than just a gathering space—it serves as "the community's living room," designed to bring residents together across all seasons. A Year-Round Community Hub At the heart of Civic Plaza is its adaptability and focus on fostering community engagement. The plaza has been thoughtfully designed to serve as a central hub for various activities, events, and casual gatherings throughout the year. In the warmer months, Civic Plaza will become an inviting space for residents to relax, socialize, or participate in public events such as markets, festivals, and outdoor performances. However, what truly makes Civic Plaza unique is its ability to transform with the seasons. Beneath the outdoor gathering area lies a network of refrigeration lines, allowing the plaza to convert into a picturesque outdoor ice rink during the winter months. This feature makes Civic Plaza a perfect destination for ice skating, a beloved winter pastime for many in Coaldale. Outdoor Ice Skating: A Winter Wonderland As temperatures drop, the refrigeration system will be activated, and Coaldale’s staff will begin the ice-making process. The cooled surface will create a smooth and durable ice sheet, ideal for public skating. Whether it’s a family outing, a romantic skate under the stars, or a holiday skate with Santa, Civic Plaza offers an enjoyable way for people of all ages to make the most of the colder months. This winter transformation adds a unique charm to downtown, encouraging residents to stay active and connected despite the chill in the air. Community First Approach Civic Plaza was designed with more than just aesthetics in mind; it reflects Coaldale’s dedication to creating spaces that bring people together. As "the community's living room," the plaza offers an inclusive environment with seating areas, green spaces, and pathways, welcoming people from all walks of life. The space was also designed to accommodate community groups and organizations, providing essential amenities such as a concession stand, restrooms, and a skate-lacing area, ensuring convenience for visitors during public events. Community groups interested in hosting at the plaza are encouraged to apply via the Civic Plaza Host application to take advantage of this versatile space. Future-Forward Development The completion of Civic Plaza is a milestone in the broader Civic Square project, which is being developed in phases to meet Coaldale’s growing needs. Phase 3 places a strong emphasis on communal spaces, and the plaza is expected to become a central gathering point for both residents and visitors. By creating a space that shifts in purpose from season to season, the Town of Coaldale is not only improving its downtown infrastructure but also enhancing the quality of life for its citizens. Whether you’re attending Summer Fest or lacing up your skates for some winter fun, Civic Plaza, as "the community's living room," is sure to become a cherished part of Coaldale’s cultural and social fabric. A place where people can come together, connect, and celebrate all year long. Civic Plaza Winter Series Community groups, organizations and businesses are invited to host at Civic Plaza during Winter Fest as part of the Civic Plaza Winter Series . Date: Friday, August 11 Time: 7:00 PM, the movie will begin sometime between 8:30 PM and 9:00 PM Location: Millennium Park (Hub Field) next to FCSS and behind the Ice Arena.

Coaldale Public Library SKATE RENTAL PROGRAM The Coaldale Public Library is offering skate rentals for FREE with your library card! Skates are available for a 7-day borrow. An equipment rental agreement must be signed by a parent or guardian for those under 18 years old. Visit the Coaldale Public Library (2014 18th St, Coaldale) to learn more.

NIGHT OF LIGHTS ROAD CLOSURES Road Closures for November 29, 2024 Legend No parking after 5 p.m. and road closed from approx. 7:20 p.m. - 8 p.m. No parking after 5 p.m. and road closed from approx. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. No parking after 5 p.m. and road closed from approx. 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. No parking after 5 p.m. and road closed from approx. 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Map Date: Friday, August 11 Time: 7:00 PM, the movie will begin sometime between 8:30 PM and 9:00 PM Location: Millennium Park (Hub Field) next to FCSS and behind the Ice Arena.