Video: Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade at Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area

Video: Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade at Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area

 

Santa’s a busy guy but not so busy that he couldn’t make his way to Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area for one final appearance before he took off on his one-night world tour. (Don’t worry, kids—he’ll be back to deliver surprises in time for Christmas morning once you’re safely tucked in bed.)

The jolly old elf was joined by more than a dozen skiers for the Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade at the ski hill, all of them accompanied by Christmas tunes on the bagpipes courtesy of young Muskoka Ski Club member Sam Crowder.

Revellers enjoyed hot chocolate, cookies, and music by Tobin Spring in the chalet before and after the parade.

The annual event is a family tradition for many. The torchlight parade has been hosted by the ski club every year for more than 45 years, making it one of Muskoka’s longest running Christmas celebrations.

Merry Christmas, everyone!

Tobin Spring entertained the crowd with some Christmas tunes pre- and post-parade

`Tobin Spring entertained the crowd with some Christmas tunes pre- and post-parade

Skiers descend the Flying Dutchman in a beautiful parade of lights

Skiers descend the Flying Dutchman in a beautiful parade of lights (Photo: Kalei Huddlestone)

Santa meets some of his young fans

Santa meets some of his young fans

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