Celebrate Christmas Magic on November 21

Cobourg, ON (November 14, 2025) – The Town of Cobourg and Experience Cobourg are pleased to invite the community to the return of the Christmas Magic Light Up Ceremony and Holiday Market on Friday, November 21, 2025.

This year’s event runs from 4-9 p.m. with an expanded Holiday Market, the Enbridge Gas Lounge, live reindeer, horse-drawn wagon rides, photos with Santa, live music, and more. Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable kickoff to the holiday season.

Schedule of Events

Food will be available for purchase on-site. Restrooms can be found at Victoria Hall, the Albert Street Transit Shelter, and via portable washrooms on Second Street.

While visiting Rotary Harbourfront Park, take in the festive holiday window mural generously created by Northumberland Players.

Road Closures
Please note the following road closures on Friday, November 21:

• Albert Street, from Third Street to Division Street | 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• King Street West, from Spring Street to Division Street | 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Second Street, from King Street West to Albert Street | 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Cobourg Transit
Cobourg Transit’s Fixed Route service will have a downtown detour route in place. No stops will be missed, however, there may be delays.

The Downtown Terminal Location will be changed from Albert Street to Third Street (behind LCBO) on November 21 from 12 p.m. until 9 p.m.

Live Theatre
Two live theatre performances are also taking place on Friday, November 21 at 7:30 p.m.: Northumberland Players present Looped at the Firehall Theatre, and VOS Theatre presents Murder on the Orient Express at the Concert Hall at Victoria Hall. Tickets are available by visiting the Box Office in the lobby of Victoria Hall or online at ExperienceCobourg.ca.

Thanks to Our Sponsors
The Town of Cobourg and Experience Cobourg would like to thank the sponsors of this year’s Christmas Magic:

• Lounge Sponsor: Enbridge Gas
• Market & Stage Sponsors: Moffatt Bros. Roofing Ltd. | Cameco Ontario | William Academy
• Community Sponsors: Blake Construction Services | New Amherst Homes | Canadian Tire | Cobourg Police Service | Cobourg Collegiate Institute | Ironwood Tree & Landscape Inc. | Northumberland Crane & Tree Services Inc. | Domino’s Pizza Cobourg

Enjoy Christmas Magic 
Christmas Magic lights up every evening from dusk until 10 p.m., with dazzling displays throughout Rotary Harbourfront Park and Victoria Park. Stroll at your own pace and soak in the holiday spirit! The Rotary Harbourfront Park lights will shine through Family Day weekend, while Victoria Park remains illuminated until January 4, 2026.

New this year, the Cobourg Public Library at 200 Ontario Street is joining the festivities with outdoor holiday displays.

Christmas Magic, which began in the early 90s, is one of Cobourg’s most beloved annual community events. This holiday festival of lights is thanks to the hard work and collaboration of the Town of Cobourg departments and amazing community volunteers.

A Legacy of Giving: Cobourg’s Christmas Trees Shine in Memory of Serena Tinney
For seven years, the Town of Cobourg has been grateful to work with Ryan Loughlin of Ironwood Tree & Landscape Inc. and Rob Tinney of Northumberland Crane & Tree Service. Each year, these two companies generously donate their time and equipment to bring in the large Christmas trees that light up Christmas Magic.

Throughout the year, Ryan and Rob receive calls from residents who need trees removed from their properties. The Town does not cut trees for this event, Ryan and Rob work closely with homeowners, encouraging them to wait until November. When the time comes, they carefully cut the trees, float them to Rotary Park, and crane them into place for the holiday season. When spring arrives, these trees are mulched and spread throughout Cobourg’s parks and playgrounds, continuing to give back to the community they once helped decorate.

This year carries a special meaning. Rob Tinney suffered the heartbreaking loss of his wife, Serena, after her courageous battle with cancer. In honour of Serena and the Tinney family, Experience Cobourg is deeply humbled to dedicate the trees on the Esplanade to her memory.

For more information about Christmas Magic and all of this season’s events, visit ExperienceCobourg.ca.