Celebrate the Season in Every Way
Celebrate the Magic of December in Cobourg!
From festive music and bustling markets to creative workshops and scenic walks, Cobourg’s December calendar is packed with unforgettable experiences. Strolling through the sparkling lights of Christmas Magic, discovering the talents of local artists, crafting your own holiday ornaments, enjoying a live concert, or ringing in the New Year, there’s no shortage of ways to connect, celebrate, and make memories this season.
For a full list of events and things to do, visit experiencecobourg.ca
Wishing everyone in Cobourg a joyful December, filled with warmth, wonder, and the spirit of community. Here’s to a magical holiday season and an incredible start to 2026!
Pictures with Santa at Victoria Hall
There’s nothing more iconic than the grand foyer and timeless charm of Victoria Hall—add Santa Claus, and you’ve got a holiday tradition in the making. Families can enjoy twinkling lights, joyful fun, and plenty of holiday cheer. Get your picture taken for FREE on December 6, 13 & 21, this event is perfect for children, families, and friends who want their moment with the big man in red.
Midwinter Melodies - Presented by La Jeunesse Choirs
Enjoy an afternoon of seasonal music at Trinity United Church as La Jeunesse Choirs presents Midwinter Melodies.
Take in the beauty of the season with performances by three youth choirs, a charming festive skit from the musical theatre group, and special musical guests on handbells, violin, cello, and drum—all showcased in the church’s warm, resonant acoustics.
Holiday Art Exhibit
Running December 5-7, the Holiday Art Exhibit, located at 197 Third Street, celebrates creativity in its coziest form. Pieces from an incredible collection of fantastic Canadian artists - from winter landscapes, handcrafted pieces, and gift-worthy treasures. Whether you’re browsing for inspiration or the perfect present, the exhibit blends artistry with festive charm—an ideal afternoon escape.
Once Upon a Christmas - Featuring Safe Harbour Choir
Journey through nearly a century of holiday memories with Once Upon a Christmas, presented by the Northumberland Players, a heartwarming concert celebrating Christmas through the decades. This enchanting experience weaves together beloved choral classics, captivating solos and duets, and touching readings from Christmas cards that offer glimpses into the joys, challenges, and heartfelt wishes of generations past and present.
Mayor & Council FREE Community Skate
Dickens Walk
Step into the pages of Charles Dickens with this whimsical and nostalgic walk through Downtown Cobourg. Lantern light, Victorian characters, storytelling, and old-fashioned holiday spirit bring the streets to life. Held on December 5, 6, 12 and 13, this community favourite blends history and magic into an unforgettable evening stroll and learning about Dickens and the buildings of Cobourg from 1842. Hot cider and snacks available before or after your walk. Tickets $10. Walk begins at the Cobourg & Area Museum, 141 Orr Street.
Broadsway: the Most Wonderful Time... Maybe - a Holiday Show!
Four of Canada’s finest musical theatre, jazz, and cabaret artists doing the music of Broadway - and the Holidays - their way and delighting audiences in the process!
Featuring Dora Mavor Moore, Diane Leah, Heather Bambrick, Julie Michels, and Kylie Martin, BROADSWAY combines musical theatre and humour in a way you've never seen or heard before. Their Holiday show, The Most Wonderful Time … Maybe, celebrates the season with an evening of Yuletide classics and lesser-known seasonal gems, all put together in unique arrangements with tons of musicality and humour. This is A Loft Production.
Woodburning Ornament Workshop
A free drop-in woodburning ornament workshop will be held at Fabled Bean on Saturday, December 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., led by local artist Court O’Reilly of Hippie North. Participants can create their own wooden ornament, enjoy a cozy drink, and optionally donate to the Northumberland Humane Society for a chance to win a custom woodburned pet portrait.
Rockstalgia Christmas Jam and Food & Toy Drive
Rockstalgia, 2BFair, and Tuscan Wolf Pizzeria are hosting a festive afternoon on Sunday, December 14 from 1-4 pm. Enjoy live music, holiday cheer, and community support, complete with performances by local musicians in their best ugly Christmas sweaters. Dive into delicious pizza while supporting the Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank and consider bringing an unwrapped toy or non-perishable food item to help local families this season.
First Night in Cobourg - a New Year's Eve Tradition
First Night Cobourg returns on Wednesday, December 31, offering a free, family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration with outdoor skating, music, horse-drawn wagon rides, and festive lights throughout Victoria Park and the waterfront. The evening ends with a fireworks countdown, bringing the community together to welcome 2026 in a joyful winter setting.
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