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The 26th Annual Civic Light Up was held on Sunday, November 24th in Canada Games Plaza to the delight of close to 2000 attendees. This year's event featured our annual favorites including the Wood Wheaton Superstore Hay Rides, craft time at Two Rivers Gallery, face painting by Mandy, a visit from Mr. Claus and the lighting of the Canadian Tire Tree of Lights. The main stage featured a diverse selection of entertainment with DP Todd High School Band, Judy Russell Enchainement Dance Troupe, Twasome Highland Troupe, Nusdeh Yoh Drummers, Chris Goodwin, Nove Voce Choir and the duo act of  Sandra & Steve. 

A special thank you to our emcee for the evening Mr. Doug Jones, 99.3 The Drive as well as to our production crew from Blake Productions.

The evening also included free hot cocoa, an opportunity to try your hand at curling courtesy of Curling Canada, the Prince George Cougars Hockey Team, Telus, Costumes for a Cause, Rowdy Cat and Fraser The Moose and the PG Fire Fighters.

The evening would not have been made possible with the generous support of the following volunteers and sponsors; PG Girl Guides, Skate Prince George, Wood Wheaton Superstore and Wood Wheaton Honda, Canadian Tire Prince George, 101.3 The River, 99.3 The Drive, Eurest Dining Services, CKPG, Central Display and the incredibly talented staff at the Prince George Conference and Civic Centre. .

The festivities were capped off with a spectacular fireworks show presented by Canadian Tire and Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation.