The pre-party festivities kick off at The Station Theatre (55 Victoria Ave.) at 5:00 PM, featuring free hot chocolate (SF Community Theatre & PuroClean), The Wizard of Sound (DJ), BeaverTails, Junibels' Bakery, Mama G's & 4 Degrees Brewing Co., Starbucks, and Sugar Rush Carnival Delights!!
STREET CLOSURES – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28
Please be advised that the following streets will be closed on Friday, November 28, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM to accommodate the CPKC Holiday Train, arriving in Smiths Falls at 6:30 PM (63 Victoria Avenue).
Street closures include:
• Victoria Avenue – Robinson Ave. to William St. E.
• Daniel St. – Elmsley St. to Victoria Ave.
• Robinson Ave. – Montague St. to Victoria Ave.
• Foster Ave. – Ogden Ave. to Victoria Ave.
• Montague St. – Ogden Ave. to Victoria Ave.
• McGill St. North – Beckwith St. to Church St. East
• Ogden Ave. – Montague St. to Church St. East
• Winnifred St. North – Foster Ave. to Church St. East
• Church St. East – Winnifred St. to Victoria Ave.
• Russell St. East – Winnifred St. to Victoria Ave.
Residents living within the closure area are asked to enter via Daniel St. and Elmsley St., where police will be staffing barricades.
Expect heavy foot traffic throughout the event area. Please drive with caution and watch for pedestrians. Parking will be limited but available on side streets, downtown, at Town Hall (77 Beckwith St.), and at the Community Centre (71 Cornelia St. West).
Celebration of Lights - Tree Lighting Ceremony
Saturday, November 29th 4:30-5:00 PM, Town Square, 77 Beckwith Street Smiths Falls
Join us for the official tree lighting ceremony in Town Square, on Saturday, November 29th at 4:30 PM. Featuring free hot chocolate and caroling, courtesy of Smiths Falls Music's own Sing Your Heart Out Choir.
The lights will be lit at 5:00 PM - and will remain lit every night, until January 5th, 2026.
Your Adventure Awaits! Explore Events Happening in Smiths Falls
Get ready for an unforgettable year in Smiths Falls! Our 2025 Events Calendar is packed with festivals, concerts, markets, and family-friendly fun - there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're craving delicious local eats, vibrant live music, or authentic cultural experiences, you'll find it right here in SF all year long! Don't miss a moment of the excitement - plan your summer adventure today and sign up for our weekly What's Happening Newsletter to stay in the know!
2025 Calendar of Events
Easter Eggspress at RMEO | April 19-20
Spring Carnival at Heritage House | Apr. 26
Mother’s Day Tea & Train Rides at RMEO | May 11
Porchfest | May 31
Pride | June 6
Paddlefest | June 7
Rideau Artist of the Year | June 7 - 8
Spirit of the Drum Pow Wow | June 14-15
Night Market | June 14
Father’s Day Tea & Train Rides at RMEO | June 15
Canada Day | July 1
Movies Under the Stars | Thursdays in July & Aug.
Car Cruisers Car Show | July 6
Old Home Week | Aug. 2- Aug. 9
Summer Social | Aug. 9
Trainfest at RMEO | August 9 & 10
Ribfest | August 22-24
Downtown Music Festival | Sept. 13
Hallows Express at RMEO | September 20
Fall Fest at Heritage House | Oct. 5
Ghost Tours at Heritage House | Oct. 9
Haunted Heritage House | Oct 17, 18, 24, 25
Halloween Train Rides | Oct. 26
Mystic Market | Oct. 18
Skele-Bration | Oct. 25
SF Annual Art Showcase | Nov. 9 - Dec. 20
Celebration of Lights | Nov. 15
CPKC Holiday Train | Nov. 28 (5:00 pm - 7:30 PM)
The North Pole Express at RMEO | Nov. 29 & Dec. 6 & 13
Cookie Crawl | Nov. 29
Holiday Heritage House | Dec. 7
Santa Claus Parade | Dec. 13
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