In a heartwarming display of resilience and love, a cherished Regina holiday tradition will continue to brighten the city's festive season despite the sudden loss of its creator. Seventeen-year-old Chloe Allen has taken up the mantle to ensure the Allen Family Lights display, founded by her late father Trevor, continues to shine in his memory.
A Legacy of Light in Lakeridge
The Allen Family Lights began in 2018 as a passion project for Trevor Allen, a tech enthusiast with a creative spark. What started as a personal hobby quickly transformed into one of Regina's most famous and anticipated Christmas light and music spectacles, becoming a staple in the family's Lakeridge neighbourhood. Chloe, now 17, recalls realizing the display's special significance when she was just ten years old, noting the crowds it would draw to their home.
A Daughter's Determined Promise
The future of the beloved display was cast into uncertainty earlier in December 2025 when Trevor Allen died suddenly. Faced with this profound loss, Chloe made a decisive commitment. "He started something, and I just don't want it to end," she stated. The pair had previously discussed her eventually taking over the tradition. Chloe is now determined to not only preserve her father's legacy but also to build upon it, ensuring the lights remain a beacon of joy for the community.
Mastering the Magic: A Steep Learning Curve
Taking on the intricate, technology-driven display has been a significant challenge. Chloe has embarked on a crash course in light show design, relying on YouTube tutorials and reaching out to local designers who were once inspired or mentored by her father. "I still don't even know what half this stuff is," she admitted, "But I'll learn." Her approach blends preservation with innovation; she plans to keep iconic sequences like her favourite, 'Carol of the Bells,' while gradually adding her own creative touches.
Chloe remembers her father as a passionate and dedicated man who poured his heart into his many hobbies, from mastering light displays to coaching her curling team. She believes he would be proud to see her making the tradition her own. Through perseverance and community support, the lights at the Allen home will continue to twinkle, a luminous tribute to a father's passion and a daughter's love.
