Amherstburg River Lights Winter Festival

Every night, hundreds of customized LED light displays light up the town’s two main parks. King’s Navy Yard Park, along the Detroit River, features traditional displays that showcase the warm hearted feel of the season with carolers, angels, soldiers and more. Toddy Jones Park features whimsical, playful displays for the kids and the kid at heart to enjoy.

River Lights Winter Festival Programming

To explore the River Lights Opening Night details on November 16th, please click here.

Gingerbread Warming House, sponsored by Pathway To Potential

Experience the magic of the holiday season at our Gingerbread Warming House, located in Toddy Jones Park (50 North Street).

Enjoy a festive atmosphere weekend nights from 5:30pm – 8:30pm from November 16th to December 22nd.

Our holiday elves will be inside doing crafts, serving hot chocolate (courtesy of Tim Hortons) and working diligently on our gingerbread houses! The gingerbread house contest submissions will also displayed inside for you to enjoy.

Warm up, sip a sweet treat and take in the magic of River Lights at the warming house this season!

Gingerbread House Decorating Contest

Show off your creativity at the Gingerbread House Decorating Contest during River Lights.

Craft your sweetest gingerbread masterpiece and enter to win prizes in various age categories, from kids to experts.

It’s festive fun for all ages – join the holiday cheer and get decorating!

Visit our Gingerbread House Contest event here for more details, or click the learn more button below.