Hespeler Village has plenty of free parking near the event.
Music and Lights in the Village
Friday December 4, 2026
6 - 8:30 p.m.
7:15 p.m. Tree Lighting
Back by popular demand! Keepsake Winterfest Music and Lights in the Village ornaments available while supplies last!
Locations: Cambridge Public Library Hespeler (5 Tannery St E), Hespeler Town Hall (11 Tannery St E) and St Andrew's Hespeler Presbyterian Church (73 Queen St E)
Gather in Hespeler Village to celebrate the festive holiday season. Enjoy the festive holiday lights and tree lighting, desserts available for purchase, musical entertainment, crafts and more!
Schedule of Entertainment
Hespeler Towne Centre
From 6 to 8 p.m. enjoy crafts, activities, and free hot chocolate. Santa, Mrs. Claus, Willy Melt and other special guests will be available for photos and festive greetings.
6:50 p.m. - Musical Performance
7:15p.m. - Tree Lighting Ceremony
Idea Exchange Hespeler Public Library
6 - 6:45 p.m. Musical Performance
7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Musical Performance
St. Andrews Church
Choirs performing:
To be announced!
Performances in the church begin at 6 p.m. and finish at 7 p.m.
Visit the Grand River Transit (GRT) website for the best route and schedule that is right for you.
Volunteers are an important part of Cambridge Winterfest's success. Multiple volunteer roles are available from November 15 to December 31, 2026. Volunteering is a great way to collect volunteer hours or to give back to your community. For more information or to apply visit our volunteer page.
Corporate and group volunteer opportunities are available. For more information contact the volunteer coordinator.
Please note, some lighting used may be disruptive to people who are sensitive to light. Ask our on-site staff about signing out one of our Sensory bags to use while you are attending the event.
For questions regarding accessibility for any event listed above, contact Inclusion and Accessibility Services.
For more information on Winterfest email the event staff or call (519) 513-6497.