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This festive event, a 48-year holiday tradition in Toronto, will feature the illumination of Toronto’s official Christmas tree, performances by some of Canada’s top musical talent, a brilliant fireworks show and a skating party at Nathan Phillips Square.

“I want to invite everyone to join the festivities of this year’s Cavalcade of Lights” said Mayor Rob Ford of the 2013 Cavalcade. “This fantastic event includes a great lineup of entertainers, spectacular fireworks, and the lighting of the City’s giant Christmas tree. It’s fun for the whole family.”

The evening begins at 7:00pm with performances followed by a breathtaking fireworks display at 8 p.m.

“Great Gulf is very pleased to return as the presenting sponsor of Cavalcade of Lights, a 48-year Toronto tradition bringing families together to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season,” said Jerry Patava, CEO of Great Gulf Group. “The City of Toronto organizes a wonderful event, which provides Great Gulf with an opportunity to demonstrate our appreciation to the communities we serve in the Greater Toronto Area.”

The celebration will continue at 8:15pm with a live concert followed by an open-air skating party with DJ Dopey under the glow of thousands of lights in Nathan Phillips Square.