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The holiday season is here, and there’s no better place to unwind and enjoy the festivities than in Carleton Place! With the local postal strike affecting deliveries, now is the perfect time to shop local and bring home the unique gifts that will bring joy to your loved ones. Enjoy delightful dining options, indulge in sweet treats, and relax in cozy coffee shops as you make your holiday shopping experience even more special.
With free parking and local accommodations, bring your family for a fun day trip or weekend stay! Plan your visit by checking out our charming Carleton Place Holiday Mini-Guide, which highlights local attractions, shopping options, and upcoming events.
Capture those magical moments with FREE photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus on Saturdays, December 7, 14, and 21, from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM at the Carleton Place Information Centre, 170 Bridge Street. Made possible through a collaboration with Carleton Place Tourism and Downtown Carleton Place BIA.
Discover Local Shopping Inspiration
Don’t forget to pick up your copy of the Winter Wishbook,provided by Downtown Carleton Place BIA,at the Information Centre and participating local businesses! Let the kids browse through the Wishbook, picking their favorites while enjoying fun puzzles along the way. This holiday season, you can shop local without compromise and make a meaningful difference in our community. Discover unique treasures that support our wonderful small businesses and help create a vibrant local economy!
Upcoming Holiday Events
We have a wonderful lineup of festive events happening in Carleton Place this holiday season. Mark your calendars for these exciting activities, and find more details at: https://visit.carletonplace.ca/events-calendar:
Seasons of Love, Mississippi Mudds Showcase
Dates: November 29-30
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Carleton Place Town Hall
Carleton Place Christmas Market
Date: November 30
Time: 11 AM – 4 PM
Location: Carleton Place Arena
Come shop from over 40 local vendors offering unique gifts and delicious treats!
Carleton Place Santa Claus Parade
Date: November 30
Time: 5 PM – 6:30 PM (road closures begin at 4:45pm)
Route: Begins at Carleton Place High School (215 Lake Avenue West), travels up Lake Avenue, turns left onto Bridge Street, and ends at the Carambeck Community Centre (351 Bridge Street).
Join us for a festive celebration filled with beautiful floats and cheerful music, sharing the heart of Carleton Place! This 1.5 hour parade is organized by our dedicated Culture & Recreation Department. Members of the Carleton Place and District Civitan Club will be walking the route to collect non-perishable food donations for the Lanark County Food Bank – The Hunger Stop, or monetary donations for the Carleton Place Christmas Basket Program.
Tis the Season with London Trio Plus
Date: November 30
Time: 7:30 PM – 10 PM
Location: St. James Anglican Church
Ringing in The Season – Community Band Concert
Date:Â December 1
Time:Â 2 PM – 3:30 PM
Location:Â Zion Memorial Church
Art House Music Series – Yavor Kresic
Date:Â December 5
Time: 7 PM – 9 PM
Location: Carleton Place Gallery
The Granary’s Chocolate Party
Dates: December 6-7
Time: 10 AM – 4 PM
Carleton Place Town Singers
Dates: December 8 & 10
Time: 7 PM
Location: Zion United Church
Concert Tickets Make Great Gifts!
Did you know that Carleton Place now has an online store for purchasing concert tickets? Treat someone special this holiday season with tickets to see live shows at the historic Carleton Place Town Hall Auditorium like, The Maywoods: John Prine Experience, on January 25, 2025, or Women in Music (local Juno Award Winner Kellylee Evans, and Cait Porteous, Vicki Brittle), on March 1, 2025. Tickets can be purchased here: https://online.carletonplace.ca/event