Light Up the Park brightened Palmerston Lions Heritage Park

Light Up the Park – The Palmerston Light Up the Park event was held on the evening of Nov. 19 at the Lions Heritage Park in Palmerston. From left: Rudy, Liz and Autum Dejong enjoyed the Christmas festivities of the evening. Photos by Paige Peacock

Warm beverage – Sponsored by All Aboard Palmerston, the event featured hot drinks at the Lion’s clubhouse building prior to the 6:30pm light up in the park.

“Old 81,” the old steam engine facing Main street, was also lit up in Christmas lights as part of the event.

Following the 6:30pm unveiling of the lights, a fireworks display took place.

Santa comes to town – Not only was Santa in attendance of the event, horse and wagon rides were also available.

Santa comes to town – The event, featuring Christmas lights lining the park’s walkways, also included a visit with Santa outside the Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum. Brody, middle, and Sara Boyle were among those to visit with Santa.