The holiday season is coming to life in Alexandria as the community prepares to celebrate the 6th annual Baby, Please Come Home holiday shopping event on Thursday, November 26, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. This much-loved holiday tradition invites residents and visitors from across North Glengarry and neighbouring communities to discover local shops, restaurants and businesses while enjoying an evening of festive entertainment, seasonal specials and community celebrations.
Participating downtown businesses will extend their hours until 9 p.m., offering holiday promotions, unique gift ideas, special menus and festive in-store experiences. Visitors can also look forward to hot beverages, outdoor fire pits (weather permitting) and plenty of opportunities to shop local and celebrate the season.
For the first time, Mill Square will feature an outdoor stage with live musical entertainment, Christmas caroling and holiday karaoke throughout the evening. Local singers, choirs and community performers will help bring the sounds of the season to downtown Alexandria, with visitors invited to join in the festivities.
Adding to the holiday magic, Alexandria’s annual Christmas tree lighting will also take place that evening at 7 pm, bringing the community together for another cherished seasonal tradition.
In addition, the Township of North Glengarry will be offering free drop-in time at the Tim Horton’s Dome for anyone looking to drop off their youth while they hit the shops. Youth between the ages of 5 and 13 are welcome to take part in activities at the Dome any time between 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Baby, Please Come Home has grown from a grassroots initiative launched during the pandemic into a cherished Alexandria holiday tradition. Businesses throughout Alexandria are invited to participate by extending their shopping hours, offering special
promotions, hosting local artisans or creating unique holiday experiences for their customers.
An event map and list of participating businesses, along with entertainment details and special offers, will be made available ahead of the celebration on the event web page: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/cHWBTYX .
Event Details:
What: 6th Annual Baby, Please Come Home Holiday Shopping Event
When: Thursday, November 26, 2026 | 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Where: Downtown Alexandria, Ontario
Admission: Free
Highlights: Extended shopping hours, holiday promotions, dining specials, live entertainment and Tree lighting in Mill Square, Christmas caroling, holiday karaoke, free Turf Time at the Dome, and festive activities.
Businesses interested in participating or performers wishing to be part of the Mill Square entertainment are encouraged to contact the organizing committee at [email protected].
Baby, Please Come Home is organized by Alexandria’s Main Street and surrounding businesses and the Baby, Please Come Home Organizing Committee, with support from the Township of North Glengarry and the SDG Counties Regional Tourism Grant.
