World’s largest Phil Kline’s Unsilent Night to kick off Winterfest
Cambridge, Ontario – Phil Kline’s Unsilent Night will officially kick off the City of Cambridge’s annual Winterfest this month.
“We’re excited to host this festival again this year bringing the community together to celebrate the season and mark our 50th anniversary,” said Cambridge Mayor Jan Liggett. “Our Phil Kline’s Unsilent Night was the largest event worldwide last year and I am so pleased to see it return. Also returning this year is the Christmas Market inside City Hall; staff have so much planned. Residents and visitors will be in for incredible experiences sure to make lasting memories.”
Winterfest runs November 23-December 31, 2023.
November 23, the CPKC Holiday Train comes to town. The City will host a preshow at Malcolm St. Train Station with live entertainment from Juno nominated Canadian artist Ammoye and a BBQ fundraiser with monetary and food donations being accepted for the Cambridge Food Bank.
Phil Kline’s Unsilent Night will officially kick off the festival on November 24. Attracting approximately 12,000 people last year, this one-night walking event is the largest of the more than 30 events held worldwide, transforming the downtown into a magical, musical journey of illuminated local art installations. Residents can download the music at unsilentnight.com.
Throughout December, Winter Ice and Lights will light up Central Park in Preston with a new interactive light display that will change colour on audio command. In Hespeler, Music and Lights in the Village will be held December 1 with a new tree lighting on Tannery St, musical performances in Forbes Park and the second floor of the Idea Exchange, as well as family activities and crafts on the first floor.
In Galt, the Cambridge Christmas Market returns to City Hall December 9 and 10. Wander the market and its more than 50 local artisans, crafters and makers while enjoying live music, and visit the food trucks in Market Square.
The festival wraps up with a New Year’s Eve party at Hespeler Arena on December 31. This family-friendly event includes live entertainment with Team T&J, skating, crafts, an inflatable obstacle course, Lego Fun Zone, and early countdown to 2023.
The festival couldn't take place without the support we receive from our generous local sponsors and partners. Special thank you to Toyota, Royal Bank, GrandBridge Energy, Preston Town Centre, and Volvo Waterloo.
For more information, visit cambridge.ca/winterfest
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