The annual Ladysmith Light Up is a popular annual holiday tradition, with thousands descending on the small town for a parade and fireworks (CVRD) light it up Ladysmith’s festival of lights sparks holiday season Nov 27, 2019 12:53 PM

LADYSMITH — An event that attracts tens of thousands from around Vancouver Island is set to flick the switch on the holiday season.

The 32nd annual Ladysmith Festival of Lights takes place Thursday, Nov 28. The event officially gets underway at 3:00 p.m. with a Christmas craft fair, followed by a parade and fireworks.

Festival president Alex Cook estimates the event attracts anywhere from 20,000 to 40,000 people each year and is special to residents of Ladysmith.

“It’s a chance for people to actually get a chance to see what Ladysmith does and what it’s all about,” Cook said.