City estimates over 100,000 people attended Bright Lights Windsor 2024

Bright Lights Windsor on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2018. (Angelo Aversa / CTV Windsor)

The City of Windsor estimates that over 105,000 people attended the Bright Lights Windsor 2024 display.

“A Season to Shine” wrapped up for the holidays after its final evening on Tuesday, Jan. 7. The event kicked off in Jackson Park on Nov. 29.

“It was wonderful to welcome Bright Lights Windsor back this year, and for folks to have the opportunity to explore a bigger, better and brighter than ever display at Jackson Park. From the opening night tree lighting ceremony accompanied by the Windsor Goodfellows, through to the final night of programming and festivities, the fan-favourite holiday experience truly created a season to shine in Windsor,” said Windsor mayor Drew Dilkens.

Here are a few highlights from this year’s event:

Guided by this year’s theme of “A Season to Shine,” guests embarked on a magical journey through a series of seasonally themed zones, including Northern Lights, Enchanted Children’s Village, Wish Upon a Star, W.E. the North, Candy Cane Lane, Merry and Bright, Santa’s Workshop, Winter Wonderland, and Peace and Love Around the World. Photogenic displays and countless selfie opportunities throughout the path once again set social media ablaze with stunning images and glowing smiles.

City officials say the interactive additions for 2024 were also a huge hit.

Jackson Park to Re-open in Phases

The focus now shifts to removal of the event displays and equipment, which organizers say will be ongoing, weather permitting. The park will be re-opened in phases (similar to those used for the set-up last fall) to ensure the public has access to walking paths as quickly as possible. Stay tuned for updates.

Feedback wanted

If you visited Bright Lights, the city wants to hear from you. You can share your feedback through the survey:

2024 Bright Lights Windsor Attendee Survey

If you are interested in becoming a vendor for Bright Lights Windsor 2025, email [e-mail] to be added to the mailing list.

To learn more, visit www.BrightLightsWindsor.ca or contact 311.