Alexandria, Ontario holds the 6th annual Baby, Please Come Home on Thursday, November 26, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Township of North Glengarry announced the holiday shopping evening on October 20, during Small Business Week. Shops, restaurants and other businesses stay open late, and this year a stage in Mill Square adds live music, caroling and Christmas karaoke.

What happens on the night

The event is built around Alexandria's Main Street and the businesses around it. The township describes it as a tradition that celebrates the season while spotlighting local shops and restaurants, and it invites residents of North Glengarry and neighbouring communities to come out.

  • Participating businesses stay open late and may offer promotions, host local artisans or stage their own festive activities.
  • Mill Square hosts an outdoor stage with musical performances, caroling and Christmas karaoke, a first for the event.
  • Businesses that register can be listed on the official event map.

The township says the lineup of shops, offers and activities will be shared closer to the date.

Why you should go

  • It supports local shops. The evening is designed to bring visitors into Alexandria's brick-and-mortar businesses, and owners can sign up to take part.
  • There is more to do than shop. Live music, caroling and karaoke run on the new Mill Square stage throughout the evening.
  • Local performers get a stage. Solo singers, small groups and choirs are invited to perform holiday favourites; those interested can email bpchcommittee@gmail.com.
  • It suits families and casual visitors. The event runs outdoors and indoors across the downtown, and the township frames it as an evening of festive shopping, local dining and holiday cheer.
  • It is easy to plan around. It runs on a single evening from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., so a visit can fit around work or school.

What to know before you go

Baby, Please Come Home takes place Thursday, November 26, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Alexandria, Ontario, part of the Township of North Glengarry. The brief does not list ticket prices or admission details, so check with the township before you go. Businesses that want to take part, or to appear on the event map, register through the township's business participation form. Performers should contact the committee by email.

FAQ

When is Baby, Please Come Home in Alexandria?

It takes place Thursday, November 26, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. This is the sixth year of the event.

How much does it cost to attend?

The brief does not state admission prices. Contact the Township of North Glengarry to confirm details before attending.