Holiday events to bring road closures across Mississippi Mills this weekend

Residents can expect several road closures and traffic disruptions across Almonte and Pakenham this weekend as the community gears up for a series of festive holiday events, including the annual Light Up the Night celebration and two Santa Claus parades.

As the weekend approaches, town officials are advising drivers to plan ahead and watch for posted signage, as thousands of visitors are expected to fill the streets for the festivities.

Friday, Dec. 5 — Light Up the Night in Almonte

The popular Light Up the Night event will close large portions of Mill Street throughout the day and evening.

• Mill Street between Almonte Street (west) and 42 Mill Street (east) will be closed from noon to 11 p.m.
• A full closure of Mill Street will be in effect from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for the main celebration.
• The former Ultramar parking lot will be unavailable throughout the day.

More details are available at mississippimills.ca/LUTN.

Saturday, Dec. 6 — Pakenham Santa Claus Parade

Parade-goers in Pakenham can expect multiple road closures beginning at 1 p.m. and lasting until approximately 2 p.m as the parade loops twice along its route.

The following roads will be closed during the parade:

• County Road 29 (Jeanie St. to Renfrew St.)
• Renfrew Street (County Road 29 to MacFarlane St.)
• MacFarlane Street (Renfrew St. to Jeanie St.)
• Jeanie Street and Elizabeth Street (County Road 29 to MacFarlane St.)

Town officials noted that the arena and parking lot will be accessible only via Jessie Street from noon to 1pm, reserved strictly for float parking and participant drop-off. Vehicles dropping off participants should exit using Jeanie Street.

Sunday, Dec. 7 — Almonte Christmas Parade

According to the municipality, rolling closures will begin at 5 p.m. and reopen gradually as the parade proceeds through town.

The parade route includes:

• Ottawa Street → Main Street → Almonte Street (Industrial Dr. to Mill St.)
• Mill Street (Almonte St. to Bridge St.)
• Bridge Street (Mill St. to Country St.)

For more information on the Christmas parades, visit mississippimills.ca/christmasparades.

Residents with questions can contact the Recreation and Culture Department at events@mississippimills.ca or 613-256-2064 ext. 605.