Beautiful lights, decorated boats and the songs of the season highlight one of Ladner's favourite Christmas traditions.
The carol ships will sail into Ladner Harbour this Friday, Dec. 2 and Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7:15 p.m. both nights.
The decorated boat parade and caroling takes place at the government dock at the foot of Elliott Street.
Marie Webber, who coordinates the caroling, said Ladner Gospel Assembly carolers have been singing at the event for 40 years.
"We started on the boats and then when insurance became a problem, we then got on a hay wagon and I think we did that for 30-plus years," said
Webber. "Now we are up on the show stage."
Joining the carolers will be the Suspenders with a few special numbers and country gospel singer Ruth Hanna.
Ray Webber will have a special Christmas story to share. There will be candy canes and hot chocolate.
"To me, this is when Christmas starts. It's a wonderful experience," said Webber. "It's so great to share the birth of Jesus. There is a lot of emphasis on Santa Claus and gifts and that's fine, but it's nice to bring the other part of the story too. It's a wonderful family event. Everyone is happy. I never get tired of it. It's something I really look forward to every year."
