AFTER two years of COVID-19 cancellations, the Frankston Christmas Festival of Lights returns this weekend.
The festival has been running for more than two decades. This year’s event kicks off with live performances, fireworks, food vans, carols, a Bluey show, and a visit from Santa.
The event begins at 5pm on 26 November at Davey Street in Frankston. The star atop the 130-year-old Norfolk Pine Tree will be lit to finish the evening.
Frankston mayor Nathan Conroy said “sharing special moments with family and friends is what Christmas is all about. Finally, after two years of COVID restrictions, we’re able to bring this much-loved festival back to the streets of Frankston, so we can share the magic of Christmas with those who matter to us most.”
“I encourage you to get down early and beat the rush – our early birds will see the spectacular Santa’s arrival parade and get a jump start on their Christmas shopping at the market. Frankston Library Christmas activities also kick off at 4.30pm, if you really want to beat the crowd.
“Frankston’s Christmas Festival of Lights is an opportunity for us to get together as a community, celebrate the year that has been, and look towards the new year with positivity and enthusiasm. We’ve got a lot to be thankful for and a lot to look forward to.”
Christmas lights will continue to brighten up Frankston each night from 8pm until early January.
To find the full schedule visit frankstonchristmasfestival.com.au.