Last updated: November 11, 2024
The holidays have arrived in Keswick! Check out our guide for all the best events and activities. From longtime Keswick residents to temporary visitors, our guide is your passport to yuletide adventures.
This season, the Banff Christmas Market invites visitors to indulge in a delightful array of artisanal goods and seasonal treats, setting a charming atmosphere for holiday shopping. Add to that the enchanting atmosphere at Casa Loma, where festive decorations and holiday performances create a magical experience. And the unique event, In Search of Christmas Spirit, offers families a themed adventure filled with interactive activities. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Keswick Holiday Light Displays
Winter Glow
- What to Expect
- Carnival rides and treats in a festive holiday setting.
- Description
- Winter Glow at Yonge-Dundas Square features carnival rides, midway games, and a variety of carnival treats. The event includes a 45ft tall Ferris Wheel and the Great Canadian Carousel. A 40ft Tree of Remembrance is also part of the festivities, supporting local charities through the Rotary Club Toronto.
- Where
- Toronto | More Info : Winter Glow
Light the Dark
- What to Expect
- Symbolic lighting honoring Canadian cultural moments and charities.
- Description
- The CN Tower lights up every night to honor major Canadian cultural moments, charities, and special causes, creating a vibrant display of colors and symbolism.
- Where
- Toronto | More Info : Light the Dark
Keswick Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The Distillery Winter Village
- What to Expect
- Immersive holiday experience with carolers and Santa's Tower of Toys.
- Description
- The Distillery Winter Village is a festive celebration featuring holiday carolers, Santa's Tower of Toys, and an immersive experience at Illuminarium. Enjoy holiday movies, hot chocolate, and seasonal activities in a beautifully decorated setting.
- Where
- Toronto | More Info : The Distillery Winter Village
Champions Of Magic
- What to Expect
- Interactive, high-energy magic show with groundbreaking illusions.
- Description
- The Champions of Magic team presents an explosive all-new show featuring thrilling and mind-bending illusions, combining their signature humor with groundbreaking magic.
- Where
- Toronto | More Info : Champions Of Magic
Slava’s Snowshow
- What to Expect
- Tragicomical clowning with immersive stage effects.
- Description
- Slava’s Snowshow is a theatrical spectacle that combines comedy and breathtaking visual effects, transporting audiences back to their childhood with its whimsical and chaotic performances.
- Where
- Toronto | More Info : Slava’s Snowshow
Santa Visits the Museum
- What to Expect
- Interactive holiday visit with Santa Claus at a museum setting.
- Description
- Santa Visits the Museum offers a special holiday experience where Santa Claus is available for visits and photo opportunities at the museum, creating a memorable moment for families.
- Where
- Keswick | More Info : Santa Visits the Museum
Keswick Other Holiday Activities
Christmas at Casa Loma
- What to Expect
- Holiday celebration with Santa and festive arts and crafts.
- Description
- Casa Loma transforms into a holiday wonderland with a 40ft tall tree in the Great Hall and eight signature trees by Canadian designers. Kids can visit Santa in his castle workshop, participate in festive arts and crafts, and meet wintery holiday mascots. The event features a wide range of activities and thrilling performances for the whole family.
- Where
- Toronto | More Info : Christmas at Casa Loma
Holiday Bricktacular
- What to Expect
- Interactive LEGO-themed holiday activities.
- Description
- Celebrate the holiday season at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Toronto with seasonal LEGO build activities, holiday theming, and festive events like giant LEGO builds, MINILAND winter wonderland, scavenger hunts, and LEGO ornament decorating.
- Where
- Vaughan | More Info : Holiday Bricktacular
Christmas Tour at Parkwood National Historic Site
- What to Expect
- Historic mansion transformed into a festive holiday setting.
- Description
- Step back in time to explore the beautifully decorated main floor of Parkwood National Historic Site, transformed into a festive holiday setting with historic décor.
- Where
- Oshawa | More Info : Christmas Tour at Parkwood National Historic Site
Family Fright
- What to Expect
- Spooky village activities and live performances.
- Description
- Family Fright at Georgina Pioneer Village offers a spooktacular evening of family fun with live performances, magic shows, a creepy village walk, DIY slime, and more surprises. Admission is just $2 per person, and the first 400 families receive a free pumpkin.
- Where
- Keswick | More Info : Family Fright
Two Dark Nights
- What to Expect
- Guided ghost walk with state-of-the-art equipment.
- Description
- Join a guided ghost walk around Georgina Pioneer Village using state-of-the-art ghost-hunting equipment to explore the village's ghostly history and encounters.
- Where
- Keswick | More Info : Two Dark Nights