Bright Lights Windsor
Bright Lights Windsor 2026–2027 is Coming Soon!
We're getting ready for another magical season of Bright Lights Windsor at Jackson Park, with opening night scheduled for Friday, November 27, 2026!
Be part of the magic of Bright Lights Windsor!
We’re inviting local vendors, entertainers, and charitable organizations to join us in bringing this festive event to life. Interested in participating? Applications are now open!
Anticipated Park Closure Schedule:
Preparations will begin on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, with phased park closures to accommodate the installation of holiday displays and event equipment.
- Phase 1: October 13, 2026 – Confirmed
- Phase 2: October 22, 2026 – Tentative
- Phase 3: October 29, 2026 – Confirmed
- Phase 4: November 12, 2026 – Tentative (following Remembrance Day)
Park closures will take place in phases to maintain public access to as much of Jackson Park as possible throughout event preparations. Please note that tentative dates are subject to change.
We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another season of dazzling light displays, local vendors, festive entertainment, and holiday magic!
Stay tuned for more exciting announcements and event details coming soon!
Thank you to our 2025 sponsors:
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Media Sponsors
Best of Windsor Essex Award Winner
2024 Best Holiday Event
2023 Best Holiday Event
2022 Best Holiday Event
2021 Best Festival - Community Holiday Event
2020 Best Festival - Community Holiday Event
2019 Best Festival - Community Holiday Event
2018 Best Local Festival - Community Holiday Event
Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO)
Top 100 Festivals and Events in Ontario for 2023, 2024, and 2025!
Canadian Event Awards Finalist 2022
Best Outdoor Event
Most Outstanding Event
