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By Liam Verster
Community Celebrations

Coldstream hosting two Halloween fireworks shows

Oct 16, 2026 | 12:09 PM

The Coldstream and Lavington firehalls will both be putting on fireworks shows to mark Halloween.

The Lavington Fire Hall will host their event at Lavington Park Oct. 24.

The celebration will feature a bonfire, barbecue, fireworks display, and a 50/50 raffle.

The event will begin at 6 p.m. and the show will start at 8 p.m.

Then, on Halloween night, Coldstream Fire Hall will hold its celebration at Kalamalka Beach, featuring a bonfire and fireworks show.

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That event will begin at 7:30 p.m. with the fireworks being set off at 8 p.m.

For both events people were encouraged to wear their costumes, but were also advised to dress for the weather and be safe.

by Liam Verster
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