Whether you are a newcomer to Canada or have been here a long while, taking the time to have a tour of the Festival of Northern Lights located in Owen Sound is a sight to remember.

People come from both near and far to participate in this annual event which runs from mid November to the middle of January. If you have been looking for a festive way to share the holiday season this year and don’t mind traveling a bit, consider visiting the Festival of Northern Lights.

Imagine riding in a horse drawn carriage along the banks of the Sydenham River. You’ll take in over 210 different lighted displays spread out over 18 kilometers. This is the perfect memorable experience for a romantic evening, a family get together, weddings special event, or just to see the festival.

Owen Sound is a picturesque little town with approximately 21,000 people nestled between the Pottawtomi and Sydenham Rivers. This Southwestern Ontario city is one of the few known to receive large amounts of snowfall due to a phenomenon known as the lake effect snow. This creates a beautiful setting for the glistening lights found at the Festival of Northern Lights event.

Owen Sound is approximately a 3 or 4 hour drive from the Toronto area. There are many affordable hotels within the city that you can stay at if you would like to make this a weekend vacation for your family. Bundle up and walk up and down the river side or rent a snowmobile and take a tour of the Owen Sound Marina.

If you are looking to start a new holiday tradition for the family, or just want to treat your wife on a special anniversary, the Festival of Lights is an outing that will be remembered for years to come.

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