MOOSE JAW — The Wakamow Valley Authority’s traditional Valley of Lights display is back at the Lorne Calvert Campground, bringing festive cheer to all ages with an enchanting and expanded drive-through Christmas light show.
The Valley of Lights display will continue to run Thursdays to Saturdays throughout December from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
“This is one of our biggest fundraisers, so we really appreciate the public’s support for this,” announced Donna MacQuarrie-Bye, the general manager of the Wakamow Valley Authority earlier. “We want everyone to come out and spread some Christmas cheer.”
With well over 100,000 LED lights set up throughout the campground, this drive-through spectacle has an expanded layout and includes the entire campground perimeter as the event grew bigger and brighter than ever before.
The event’s magic extends beyond the lights. Families can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides by Prairie Percherons — depending on weather conditions and availability — for $25 per family of five. Other special appearances have included the Moose Jaw Community Choir, The Grinch who spread mischievous holiday cheer on Dec. 14, and Santa Claus is yet to arrive for family photos on Thursday, Dec. 19.
Weather-based delays are possible, and so far the first scheduled night of the Prairie Percherons wagon rides had to be cancelled due to the potential for freezing rain conditions on Dec. 7. The rides have since been rescheduled for Thursday, Dec. 19 and Tuesday, Dec. 24.
The Valley of Lights will also be open on Christmas Day for a bonus viewing session running from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., pending weather or other possible delays.
Guests can continue to enjoy the display as many times as they wish on each separate visit with a suggested $10 donation at the gate. Proceeds help support park maintenance and day-to-day operations for the non-profit park authority.
It’s important to check ‘Wakamow Valley Authority’ on Facebook or Wakamow.ca for potential cancellations, schedule changes, or other updates before attending the show.
This year’s Valley of Lights has been proudly sponsored by the Moose Jaw Kinsmen Club and the New Southern Plains Métis Local No. 160. Guests may also receive a complementary gift of Bannock bread, proudly provided by members of the Métis Local No. 160.
To inquire or to reserve a family wagon ride, call the Wakamow Valley Authority at 306-692-2717. Wagon rides must be scheduled in advance to ensure seating availability.
It’s important to note that the display is drive-through only and walking tours are not offered.
The Lorne Calvert Campground is located at 300 River Drive in Moose Jaw’s scenic Wakamow Valley.
