The 250 foot Tunnel of Lights will be part of the Wildlights festival at the B.C. Wildlife Park in Kamloops.
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November 24, 2022 - 6:00 PM
Over one million lights are ready to shine at the 25th annual holiday light festival at B.C. Wildlife Park in Kamloops.
While traditional festival favourites are returning, there are some new fun activities and displays coming this Christmas season.
The popular festival starts off quietly this year on Dec. 9, with the first ever sensory-friendly night offered at the park.
Hosted in partnership with the Canucks Autism Network, the evening promises to be a quieter and more supportive experience with no music and a quiet space available for anyone needing a break. Trained staff will be stationed at busier areas, providing support and sensory kits available for loan, according to the wildlife park's website.
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This year the Eco Gallery will be transformed into an enchanting Winter Wonderland display, complete with a 10 foot wide wreath and endless photo opportunities with Santa.
Mr. and Mrs. Clause will be cozied up and ready for photos Dec.10 to Dec. 23 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. every night.
Also on Dec. 10 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. is an opportunity to meet author and illustrator Loraine Kemp who worked closely with the B.C. Wildlife Park on her newest children’s book about a young cougar.
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Kamloops Princess Parties are returning to the Magical Forest Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings from 5 p.m. to 8pm where guests can walk through over 13,000 lights and meet Anna and Elsa.
Also returning is the Wildlife Express miniature train that operates every night, Uncle Chris the Clown’s funny daily performances near the splash park, the 250 foot Tunnel of Lights and the Home Hardware Family Farm display.
Guests can enjoy walking through the park surrounded by endless lights and stop at the fire pits to warm up.
Footage of the 24th annual Wildlights in 2021 at B.C. Wildlife Park, presented by MJB Lawyers.
Wildlights runs from Dec. 9 to Jan. 2 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. The lights will be turned on at 5 p.m. every night excluding Christmas Day.
Tickets can be purchase online or in advance at the door at the park location at 9077 Dallas Drive.
Those with annual passes are asked to have pass numbers handy to receive discounts and passes and photo identification will be checked at the door.
More information on the festival and ticket purchase details can be found here.
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