MINTO – The Town of Minto has officially announced that Minto’s Magical Holiday Towns, a festive experience inviting residents and visitors to celebrate the holiday season, is back again.
This experience connects holiday events; a Bright Lights and Festive Nights holiday light trail in Palmerston; special shopping promotions; unique photo-ops across Harriston, Clifford and Palmerston; and contests totaling over $1,500 in prizes.
From Nov. 12 to Dec. 19, visitors can enjoy Minto’s downtown areas, which officials say will be transformed into enchanting winter wonderlands.
“Each town has something special to offer this holiday season,” stated marketing and community development coordinator Erin Raftis.
“We encourage you to explore each downtown, check out the sales offered by businesses, and enjoy the holiday photo-ops and events hosted by our downtown revitalization committees.”
Residents are encouraged seek out the Holiday Guidebook created in partnership with the Wellington Advertiser, which will feature the Business Passport Contest.
Visit three shops in at least two of the three towns to enter to win a $100 Gift Card.
Additional opportunities to win prizes will be through the Candy Canes and Cocktails passport, Shop and Win in Clifford and Palmerston, together totalling $1,500 in prizes, as well as the Bright Lights and Festive Nights Check in to Win Contest and more.
Signature events will include the annual Candy Canes and Cocktails event on Nov. 12, Light up the Park on Nov. 14, Kris Kringle Market on Nov. 20, Christmas in the Street on Nov. 29 and the year concludes with Fire and Ice back on Dec. 31.
Everyone is also encouraged to check out various community events and activities, such as silent auctions, theatrical performances, parades, craft nights and more.
Created to support local businesses and attract tourists, Minto’s Magical Holiday Towns aims to establish Minto as a must-visit holiday destination.
The project will drive economic activity and bring joy to residents and visitors alike.
Those interested can visit the town’s website (town.minto.on.ca/visitors/play/mintos-magical-holiday-towns) to download the passport and learn more about the various upcoming experiences in Minto.
