Burlington’s Festival of Lights Returns November 27th

Burlington’s waterfront will sparkle again as The Burlington Festival of Lights returns to Spencer Smith Park on Friday, November 27th, kicking off the holiday season with its beloved annual tree-lighting celebration.

Now celebrating its 31st year, the festival transforms the waterfront into a festive display of illuminated scenes and holiday magic, running through January 3rd, 2027. Opening night will feature live music from the Burlington Teen Tour Band, a visit from Santa, and a countdown to light up the park.

Behind the glowing displays is a team of dedicated volunteers from the Burlington Lions Club, which took over organizing the festival in 2025. Now, the club is inviting more residents to get involved, with opportunities ranging from installing lights and helping with event setup to welcoming guests and supporting fundraising.

Want to help bring some holiday magic to Burlington?

Burlington voters have chosen who will lead the city for the next four years, with results bringing a mix of familiar faces and fresh perspectives to City Hall.

Mayor Marianne Meed Ward won a third consecutive term. Meanwhile, four new councillors will join the six-member council, bringing new voices to decisions that affect neighbourhoods across the city.

Here’s who won each ward:

Official results show that 56,863 residents cast ballots, representing 35.5% of eligible voters.

The new council’s term runs from November 15th, 2026, to November 14th, 2030, with affordability, housing, infrastructure, and city services among the issues residents care about. The next chapter of local decision-making is about to begin, and residents are encouraged to stay involved.

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Looking for a fun, family-friendly way to celebrate Halloween before the sun goes down? Burlington families are invited to enjoy a daytime trick-or-treat adventure at Trunk or Treat, happening Saturday, October 31st, at Woodview Plaza!

Hosted by Capillary Wave Community for Men, the free event invites children to dress up and collect treats from creatively decorated vehicles, turning a parking lot into a festive Halloween destination. Around 40 local businesses are expected to take part, making it a great opportunity to meet neighbours and support Burlington’s business community.

The event runs from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Woodview Plaza, near Fairview Street and Woodview Road. Admission is free for families.

Bring the kids in their favourite costumes and enjoy a little extra Halloween magic before the evening festivities begin!

The Burlington Cougars are heating up on the ice! The local junior hockey team has won three games in a row, taking down the Milton Menace, Georgetown Raiders, and Pickering Panthers in an exciting stretch of Ontario Junior Hockey League action.

The winning run began Friday with a 5–2 home victory over Milton. The Cougars followed up Saturday with a high-scoring 7–4 win over Georgetown. On Tuesday, the Cougars kept the momentum going against Pickering. After trailing early, the Cougars rallied in the third period, scoring four goals to secure another 5–2 victory.

The Cougars return home today to face the Toronto Warriors on Friday, October 30th. It’s a great opportunity to support Burlington’s home team and catch the excitement of junior hockey right here in the community!