Holiday Stroll at Canterbury Village
Guests walk through an outdoor winter wonderland featuring musical light shows, twinkling Christmas trees, and scenes of playful snowmen. The experience includes a walk-thru Whoville and visits with holiday characters such as Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Grinch, and Buddy the Elf. Food, festive cocktails, hot drinks, and sweet treats are available along the route, alongside open village boutiques and gift shops.
What to Expect
Outdoor holiday trail with musical light shows and live characters.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Canterbury Village
Food & Drink
Festive cocktails and food are available for purchase on the C-Pub patio at the end, hot drinks and sweet treats at Yates Cider Mill halfway through, and dining at The Village Smokehouse and Diner 55.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and holiday-light fans
Vibe
Festive and whimsical
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 6-9PM.
Tips & Advice
- Come on a Friday night if you want to meet Krampus, since he only visits on Fridays and costs nothing extra.
- On Friday nights, families with little ones can skip Krampus and stay on the regular trail, since the darker section is optional.
- Stop at Yates Cider Mill at the halfway point for hot drinks and sweet treats before you finish the outdoor walk.
- Dress warmly in layers, because the whole Holiday Stroll is an outdoor walk through the village in the evening.
- Bring your gift list, because the village boutiques and gift shops stay open during the stroll for Christmas shopping.
Special Events & Promotions
- Meet Krampus on Friday nights only. This optional part of the stroll costs nothing extra.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Which characters will we meet along the stroll?
Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Grinch and Buddy the Elf are all along the route, plus more. On Friday nights, Krampus visits too.
Do we have to walk past Krampus with young kids?
No. The Krampus section is optional and only runs on Friday nights. Families on the path can choose to go through the darker side of the season or keep walking the regular trail.
Where can we get food and drinks?
Yates Cider Mill, at the halfway point, has hot drinks and sweet treats. Festive cocktails and food are sold on the C-Pub patio at the end. You can also eat at The Village Smokehouse and Diner 55.
What is there to see on the walk?
You'll pass scenes of playful snowmen, a walk-thru Whoville, musical light shows, twinkling Christmas trees and holiday characters.
Can I do some Christmas shopping while I'm there?
Yes. Many of the village boutiques and gift shops are open during the stroll.
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