CALEDONIA—Christmas is in full swing in Caledonia! Residents have begun gathering for a variety of holiday events, all filled with joy, fun, and community. First up was the annual Light Up Night, which saw thousands of dazzling and colourful lights brighten the town on the evening of Thursday, November 27, 2025.CALEDONIA—Local mascot “Scotty McKinnon” and his assistant, Timothy MacCormack, were all smiles as they welcomed families into Kinsmen Park. Two days later, on the morning of Saturday, November 29, residents lined the streets of Caledonia for the annual Santa Claus Parade.CALEDONIA—Along with a variety of festive floats, including Santa’s own sleigh, several volunteers walked the route handing out treats.
CALEDONIA—The snow, wind, and chilly temperatures didn’t deter residents from attending the Caledonia Light Up Night on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Just after 7 p.m. all the festive lights in the park were turned on alongside a spectacular fireworks show. Maeve Lea having fun with the Santa light up.Lindsay Doucette and Seth Kitchen check out the lights.attending OPP members included Cadet Kendra VanGroningen, Aux. member Kevin Willis, Aux. member Dustin Hine, and Cst. Patti Cote.
CALEDONIA—Bundled up families enjoyed all the lit-up structures at Caledonia Light Up Night, along with free hot chocolate, glow sticks, and Christmas music. Free wagon rides were available to the Grand Trunk Railway station to see and visit with Santa as well.country singer Shaylyn keeping people entertained in Kinsmen Park. Shown sharing their wishes with Santa are Ally, Kaleb, and Janet Miller with mom Nicole.Kaylar (7) and Hailey (9) Boult with and mom Tammy.
CALEDONIA—The Caledonia Santa Claus Parade had a great turn out, with many families lining the parade route to enjoy all the floats, music, and festive attire on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Joseph Deshane and Wendy Sawicki enjoy the parade with a cup of warm coffee.Santa Claus himself makes his way through town on his sleigh.Firefighters pushed carts, ready to collect food for the Caledonia Food Bank, along the parade route.CALEDONIA—Among the more interesting costumes in the parade, was one member of Wally Parr Sausage.CALEDONIA—Dozens of families lined the street waiting for Santa. Above is Deb Pereira holding Joey Peterman (2), Nathan Peterman, and Kennedy Vandergaag holding 21-month Winston.CALEDONIA—A variety of vehicles were decked out for the event, from classic cars to a train-style float to antique tractors.
