New Experiences for 2023-2024 season at Bingemans Gift of Lights + Jingle Bell Rock

The Festive Season has arrived and this year Bingemans has new experiences for the Gift of Lights + Jingle Bell Rock.

Gift of Lights + Jingle Bell Rock

It begins with a new entrance for the Gift of Lights!

Now the experience begins at the main entrance to Bingemans.  This drive-thru (most nights) holiday light display celebrates all things Christmas from Reindeer Games to Twinkling Light Tunnels. Driving through the winding route really gets you into the holiday spirit!

This season the Gift of Lights will have 4 Walk Only Nights as well, with 50% of the ticket price going to support a local Charity

Walk Only Nights are:

November 26, 2023

December 11, 2023

December 27, 2023

January 6, 2024

When your Gift of Lights experience ends you enter the Funworx parking lot and get to continue on to Jingle Bell Rock.

YES YOUR GIFT OF LIGHTS TICKET INCLUDES JINGLE BELL ROCK!

Jingle Bell Rock is an outdoor display celebrating all things merry and bright.  In addition to the dazzling lights and digital art tree, there are lots of great photo opp spots too! There are even walk-thru light tunnels to amaze you and your friends and family

Roaming the area I came across some Jingle Bell Rock performers that helped to light up the night.

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You can also stop for Snacks at the Food Truck, or Grab a Festive Beverage to warm your spirits

Now is the time to get glittery!

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Gift of Lights + Jingle Bell Rock tickets make great gifts too!

For more information  and to purchase tickets, visit these links

Website: giftoflights.ca or http://www.bingemans.com/giftoflights

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bingemans

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bingemans

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Bingemans

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Bingemans

See all things Merry and Bright at Illumi in Mississauga Ontario

We were invited to Illumi in Mississauga Ontario last week, and as you see it really lights things up! 
Diane found some new friends

and spent the evening walking through the beautiful light displays.  Below are just a few examples of how Merry and Bright the Illumi light installations are.

This fun video gives you a quick glimpse of all the glimmering lights at Illumi

Plus, there is a Carousel to ride during your visit.

You can see a bird's eye view of Illumi at https://mississauga.illumi.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/illumi2022-23-toronto-map-vf231.pdf

Can you believe how phenomenal this is?  Wait until you see it in person

It is definitely a must-see attraction this holiday season!

Get Going to Illumi

You can find Illumi at 7174 Derrycrest Drive, Mississauga, ON, L5W 1N4  

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your GPS input 7150 Derrycrest Drive, Mississauga. 

Once you arrive, plan for about an hour of walking through all the various displays. Please note this is an outdoor event, so make sure to dress for the weather. Also, keep your phone charged as you are going to want to take a lot of pictures!

Get Your Tickets

Purchase your tickets at https://mississauga.illumi.com/schedules-and-rates/

Pricing varies by age, and the day of the week you choose.  

Make sure to get your tickets before they are gone!

For more information about Illumi, visit the website: https://mississauga.illumi.com or follow them at these social handles

FB: @illumiMississauga  

IG: @illumiMississauga  

Twitter: @illumiinsauga  

TikTok: @illumiinsauga 

Get Set to See Christmas Glow in Toronto

We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes, we did receive complimentary passes, but this just means we're able to tell you about this amazing event! 

Many of our readers know that we are big fans of Christmas Light Displays.  The sparkle and glow of shimmering lights make everything so magical.  This winter you can be surrounded by shining light displays at the Christmas Glow indoor light garden in Toronto Ontario Canada.  This holiday-themed event is sure to be a spectacle for your eyes and your other senses too. 

What Goes on at Glow Toronto 

According to their website 

Glow is a seasonal community festival, bringing together the people you love to stroll, laugh and play under the twinkle of half a million lights. Our playgrounds and interactive features will entertain the kids for hours, while Glow’s illuminated sculptures and backdrops are perfect for snapping selfies and family photos. We also invite you to shop for one-of-a-kind gifts, take home fresh produce, and sample seasonal goodies and beverages. It’s all the magic and wonder of an outdoor festival, hosted inside a cozy and spacious venue. 

Hear how this event started by watching the video below. 

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We're taking you behind the scenes in our new magical series called The Glow Up✨ Learn all about how this extraordinary festival came to be in part 1 as we ask our founders the simple question: WHY did you create Glow?🤔 #ChristmasGlow #GlowToronto

A post shared by Glow Toronto (@glow_toronto) on Nov 12, 2019 at 6:02pm PST

Can you imagine how amazed your family will once they are surrounded by the lights at Glow Toronto?  

Plus, you do not need to worry about the weather as it takes place indoors at the Toronto Congress Centre near Pearson Airport.  This makes it an event accessible as well.  For more about the accessibility of the event visit the INFO PAGE. 

Get Tickets Now 

We want to ensure you get to go to Christmas Glow in Toronto, so we suggest you grab your tickets before they are gone! Head to https://httpslink.com/z04u and purchase your tickets today.  Right now there are November, December and January dates available, so you can select what works best for you and your family.  There is even a season pass if you plan to make multiple trips this winter. Be sure to read the description of the type of ticket before you make your purchase to ensure it works well for you.  We also think tickets to CHRISTMAS GLOW TORONTO would make great gifts! 

To learn more, be sure to visit these links 

WEBSITE: https://httpslink.com/z04u 

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/glow_toronto 

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GlowTorontoON 

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/GlowGardensTO 

Bingemans Brings Back The #GiftOfLightsKW For The 2017 Holiday Season

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On November 16^th we once again attended the Bingemans Gift Of Lights Media Event to see this wonderful light display. Being the second time attending, we figure it is now a Christmas tradition!

A Mix of Old and New For This Year’s Gift of Lights at Bingemans

After enjoying our trek through last year’s Gift Of Lights we were excited to see this year’s collection of Christmas Lights.  As we travelled through the two-kilometer light show we came along new displays as well as some of the favourites from last year.  This includes Diane’s favourite the tumbling penguins.

It was great to see the mix of old and new while we cruised through the twinkling lights.  To give you an idea of what last year’s Gift Of Lights entailed, watch the video below

As you can see there are already some big changes happening during this year’s event.

#GiftofLightsKW is OPEN for the season! If you thought everyone's favourite light tunnel was awesome last year, JUST WAIT until you see it now! Tickets at https://t.co/3FbTuU8rsI 🎄🎁 #KWAwesome #WRAwesome #WRtalk pic.twitter.com/Yz64SFH3gq

— Bingemans (@Bingemans) November 17, 2017

 

An Event for Everyone

While many outdoor Christmas light events require you to park your vehicle and walk through their display, this light show keeps you warm and toasty inside the comfort of your own vehicle.

You won’t have to worry about bad weather, deep snow and/or slippery pathways.  This is a relief to many seniors and those with accessibility concerns.  We believe this makes the Gift of Lights an event for everyone!

 

Bask in the Glow of the Glittering Lights

You will want to experience the Gift of Lights first hand.  Grab your family, friends or co-workers and descend upon the winding trail of this display all while enjoying the Christmas music being played on your vehicle’s radio and get a chance to bask in the glow of this glittering light show. The Gift of Lights is now open evenings until January 6, 2018 and you can save on tickets by purchasing them online.

Gift of Lights Ticket Info

This year a portion of the proceeds will benefit THE GRAND RIVER HOSPITAL FOUNDATION so know that your ticket purchase is helping to fund a local organization.

Tickets are $25 + tax for a single vehicle (up to 8 passengers) at the gate, but you can SAVE by purchasing your tickets online at https://wl.seetickets.us/event/Gift-of-Lights/353282?afflky=Bingemans&sp=F1SMER

There you can also buy add-ons and even purchase a SPEED PASS to put you in the priority line!

We think this is a great tradition for you and your family and could even make a great gift for those living in the Kitchener Waterloo area. Let us know if you have attended the Gift of Lights or intend to by leaving a comment at the end of this post!