A Season of Local Shopping, Bright Lights, and Community Cheer

The City of Kenora’s Economic Development and Tourism Department is turning up the festive energy with a dynamic holiday campaign designed to celebrate, support, and spotlight our vibrant local businesses and community. 

Watch for exciting contests and promotions on Tourism Kenora’s social media, visitkenora.ca/holidays-in-kenora/, and fun collaborations with Mosswood Adventures and Kim Does 807.

Here is your family-friendly guide of what’s happening this holiday season: 

Kenora Holiday Trail

Kenora’s award-winning Holiday Trail is back to make your holiday gifting easier and more delightful than ever. This year spotlights more retailers than ever before, with 20 local shops participating. Help to make the 2025 Holiday Trail the best yet by participating and buying local! 

From November 21 to December 24, purchase a $30 Holiday Trail booklet, select six stops, and redeem vouchers for exclusive gifts as you explore Kenora’s vibrant storefronts. Each redeemed voucher supports retailers directly, with a $5 reimbursement going back to participating businesses.

For more details and to view participating stores, check out visitkenora.ca/holidays-in-kenora/.Thank you to the Harbourtown Biz for and the participating businesses. 

Moonlight Madness

On November 28, Kenora’s downtown businesses extend their hours to 8:00 p.m. Discover unique storefronts, support local businesses, and enjoy a festive, community-minded evening. Shop local this season and celebrate Kenora’s vibrant downtown. 

A heartfelt thank you to all participating businesses and our partners at Harbourtown Biz and the Kenora & District Chamber of Commerce.

Hike the Holiday Market Trail

Each week Tourism Kenora will launch the weekend Holiday Market Trail, which includes all the craft and gift markets in Kenora each weekend. Follow the Market Trail on the Tourism Kenora social media pages. 

Festive selfie locations

Capture the holiday spirit and show us your seasonal glow beside dazzling, 3D light installations at these merry selfie spots:

• Beatty Park
• City Hall
• Lake of the Woods Plaza
• Corner of Park and Second Street 

Holiday events

Discover holiday happenings around Kenora or add your own public events to the City’s calendar. 

Mark you calendar for these upcoming free family-friendly events:

• November 21: Main Street Tree Lighting at 6:00 p.m.
• November 23: Keewatin Tree Lighting at 6:00 p.m.
• November 28: Moonlight Madness in Harbourtown Centre, stores are open until 8:00 p.m.
• November 29: Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade "Christmas Vacation" at 5:30 p.m.
• December 6: Matiowski Winter Market 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Seven Generations Education Institute
• December 24: Annual Festival of Lights

Thank you to all the event organizers and supporters. 

The City of Kenora is grateful for the warmth, generosity, and collaboration of our vibrant community. A heartfelt thank you to all participating businesses, partners, and the many volunteers who help bring all holiday festivities to life. Your passion for local shopping and community spirit keeps Kenora’s holiday season shine bright. 

Follow and tag @TourismKenora on Facebook and Instagram for festive updates and to share your holiday moments. 

Media contact

Mya Horley, Senior Communications Advisor
mhorley@kenora.ca
807-467-2006