PHOTOS: Christmas on the Peninsula celebrated in White Rock

Holiday event featured market, crafts, parade

Aaron Hinks
Nov. 25, 2017 2:20 p.m.
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The City of White Rock celebrated Christmas on the Peninsula Saturday.

Residents flocked to the White Rock Community Centre Saturday, as well as several other locations throughout the city, to participate in the holiday event.

Activities continued throughout the day, with a parade beginning at 4 p.m. and Christmas tree lighting at 4:30 p.m.

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Children participate in holiday crafts Saturday. (Aaron Hinks photo)

A Christmas Market is set up in the White Rock Community Centre. (Aaron Hinks photo)

Those attending the Christmas on the Peninsula are greeted with the sounds of the season. (Aaron Hinks photo)

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