The weather is colder, and we’ve had the first big snowstorm of the season. So, what is there to do other than curling up in front of the fire to read a book? Plenty! Gather your family around and see what they’d like to do before and after Christmas!
Distillery Winter Village/Toronto Christmas Market
Running now through December 31
Rebranded to the Distillery Winter Village last year, this event is still the Toronto Christmas Market that you remember. You’ll find beautiful winter displays, cabins with outdoor shopping, plenty of food vendors, music, and the usual shops and restaurants that the Distillery has to offer year-round. You also won’t want to miss the enormous Christmas tree!
Admission is free from Monday to Thursday, and Friday, Saturday, and Sunday until 4pm. After that, book online to secure your spot for the evening events!
Canada’s Wonderland Winterfest
Running now through December 31 on selected nights
Experience a winter wonderland at Canada’s Wonderland this holiday season! Be amazed by the thousands of Christmas lights, decorations, and magical performances. Take part in cookie decorating, building crafts, and ice skating. There are also some select family rides that you or just the kids can enjoy. And don’t forget the craft beer and wine vendors for the adults!
Nathan Phillips Square
Running now through December 31
As always, you’ll find plenty to see and do at Nathan Phillips Square. Already launched with the Cavalcade of Lights, the Christmas market, the Christmas tree, and the skating rink are on display and operating in full effect. There is also the Holiday Fair in the Square that runs until December 23rd. This fair features vendor booths, an artisan market, food trucks, a bar with mulled wine, a midway with rides and games, and live performances. And if you’ve never had a Beaver Tail, this is your chance!
Christmas at the Castle and Casa Loma’s Holiday Lights Tour
Running now through January 2nd (Christmas at the Castle) and 8th (Holiday Lights Tour)
Be awestruck by the 40-foot Christmas tree now standing in Casa Loma’s Great Hall. But there are also eight other professionally designed trees for your enjoyment, all decorated by Canadian artists.
And while you’re there, travel through the gardens and tunnels to see what this year’s edition of the Holiday Lights Tour looks like.
Northern Lights at Exhibition Place
Running now through January 8th
Feed your senses with this mesmerizing holiday event, starting with the 30-foot immersive light tunnel! With 80,000 square feet of space to enjoy the Christmas experience, it’ll be one of the biggest holiday events you’ll ever see. Book online to ensure that you get your chance to enjoy this massive celebration of the season.
In addition to the light tunnel, there is a 25-foot Christmas tree, a holiday vendor market, Santa, custom light installations, a forest, and of course, many food and beverage vendors to try.
Stackt Market Holiday Hills
Running now through December 31
Support small business by visiting this unique marketplace created with shipping containers! The whole area becomes a winter wonderland with stunning holiday ambience, immersive photo installations, community programs, and workshops. Experience the music program on Fridays, the vendor market series on Saturdays, and Sundays of family fun! Everything, including the Ferris wheel, is free to attend!
There are many more holiday and winter events in Toronto that you can attend. For a full list, click here.
I want to wish you and your family a happy and safe holiday season! And if you’ve got any plans, or just have questions about the housing market in 2023, I am here to help. Send me an email and we’ll connect after the holidays or whenever you’re ready!
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