Dec. 22, 2023 — Though some City facilities will be closed over the holidays, there is
no shortage of ways to celebrate the season over the break.
Let It Glow
Festive displays will illuminate the city until Jan. 7, 2024. A prime location to visit for a
free, self-guided tour of lights is Rennie Park in Port Dalhousie. Downtown lighting
installations are located at Meridian Centre Rankin Bridge, James Street Alley, and City
Hall.
Scan QR codes found throughout Rennie Park in Port Dalhousie until Jan. 7 for a
chance to win a ‘Port Delicious’ dining experience. More info can be found
at lovestc.ca/LetItGlow.
Free public skating is happening on New Year’s Eve at Seymour-Hannah Sports and
Entertainment Centre, with hour-long skates beginning at 9:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., 10:45
a.m. and 11 a.m.
All four skating pads will be open, with one being transformed into a glow-in-the-dark
experience with black lights flooding the ice. Rink four will be dedicated to sensory-
sensitive individuals. Skaters should bring along their own safety gear and skates as no
rentals are available, but the concession stand will be open with refreshments for sale.
Visitors can wear neon or white glow-friendly clothing and grab a free glow item from
City staff. Special visits from Disney and Marvel characters are planned. Visitors can
also capture memories in the onsite photo booth and participate in free giveaways.
Residents can register in advance for up to one hour of free ice time on their preferred
rink at stcatharines.ca/NYESkate.
Bill Burgoyne Arena (BBA) and Seymour-Hannah Sports and Entertainment Centre
(SHSEC) will be open on Dec. 24 until 2 p.m. Both facilities will be closed on Dec. 25,
26 and Jan. 1.
City Hall
City Hall will be closed on Dec. 25, 26, and Jan. 1.
During the closures, residents can call 905.688.5600 to report any issues on City streets
and sidewalks; sewer and water issues; or fallen trees. Power outages or electrical
emergencies can be reported to Alectra Utilities, at alectrautilities.com/outages-safety or
by calling 1.833.253.2872.
St. Catharines Farmers Market
On Saturday, Dec. 23 the market will be open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shoppers will be
able to enjoy holiday activities at the market’s Discovery Table.
The last market day of the year will be Saturday, Dec. 30 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. The
market will reopen on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Thursday
market will return on Feb. 1.
St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatics Centre
St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatics Centre will be open on Dec. 24 and 31 from 7:30 a.m.
to 1 p.m. and closed on Dec. 25, 26 and Jan. 1.
Victoria Lawn Cemetery Offices
The Victoria Lawn Cemetery will be open until noon on Dec. 23 for interments and office
appointments. Offices will be closed on Dec. 25 and 26. The office will be open on Dec.
27 for regular business hours. Interments for Dec. 27 must be booked no later than
noon on Dec. 23. Cemetery offices will be closed on Jan. 1, 2024.
Regular operations resume on Jan. 2. Interments for this day must be booked no later
than noon on Dec. 30.
St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre
The museum will be open on Dec. 24 and Jan. 31 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and closed
on Dec. 25, 26 and Jan. 1.
Community Centres
The Russell Avenue and Port Weller Community Centres will be closed on Dec 24, 25,
26, 31 and Jan 1.
Older Adult Centres
Dunlop Drive Older Adult Centre will close at noon on Dec. 24 and 31. The centre will
be closed on Dec. 25, 26 and Jan. 1.
West St. Catharines Older Adult Centre will be closed on Dec. 24, 25, 26, 31, and Jan.
1.
New Year’s Day Levee
The New Year’s Day Levee is back for another year. This annual tradition is co-hosted
by The Lincoln and Welland Regiment and the 10th Battery, RCA. The public is invited
to join Mayor Siscoe and St. Catharines Council members on Jan. 1, 2024, at the Lake
Street Armoury - located at 81 Lake Street, St. Catharines from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to ring
in the new year.