A workshop of elves is already busy preparing to bring Santa Night and the Festival of Lights to Rimbey with a huge splash which best befits the holiday season.
Peter Stenstrom, director of community services said this year’s event is gearing up to be a wonderful Christmas celebration.
“And it is free thanks to the fact the business community and volunteers have all come together to work hard to make it happen,” he said.
This year Santa Night is to be held Fri., Dec. 13 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Pas Ka Poo Park.
The event, which has attracted large crowds in the past, will feature the jolly old elf himself, as well as an opportunity to enjoy a hotdog, hot chocolate and a hay ride or, perhaps a donkey ride. And to add to the spirit of the season, there will be a fire and carol singing.
A photographer will be on hand to snap individual photos with Santa which will be given out free of charge.
Donations will also be accepted during Santa Night for the Boys and Girls Club of Rimbey which will begin in January.
The lights will come on at Pas Ka Poo Park Dec. 1 and the public will have an opportunity to vote on the best decorated building during Santa Night. Last year Super 8 won first place with their yard display set up at the park.
The park will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. every Friday and Saturday throughout December so the public can enjoy the lovely display of lights.
The grounds are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout the winter.