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A Storybook Christmas

Visitors of all ages can embark on an outdoor holiday adventure through the historic museum village's heritage buildings. The experience features interactive seasonal elements including treats, crafts, and music as guests join Teddy on his holiday journey. The festive outing is topped off with a special visit from Santa Claus.

What to Expect

Explore heritage buildings with treats, crafts, music, and a Santa visit.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

City of Pickering

Food & Drink

Light refreshments are available for purchase in the Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre and the Museum Gift Shop.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and storybook-like

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Pickering Museum Village
2365 Sixth Concession Road, Pickering, ON L0H 1H0
Pickering, ON
L1X 0J3

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Children under 3 are free and do not require a ticket. – Get tickets
  • Hours: Event entry is from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm; last entry is recommended at 2:00 pm.
  • Parking: Parking is available in the main lot of the Dorsay Community and Heritage Centre. Check in at the main reception desk inside the centre.

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive at least an hour before closing, because that is the recommended last entry if you want the full experience through the village.
  • Dress for the weather, since the event runs rain or shine and moves between indoor and outdoor spots in the heritage village.
  • After parking, go straight to the main reception desk inside the Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre, where staff confirm tickets and send you to the program.
  • Children under three get in free and don't need a ticket, so you only need tickets for older kids and adults.
  • Light refreshments are sold in the Dorsay Centre and the Museum Gift Shop if anyone needs a snack during the visit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is A Storybook Christmas for?

It's a family outing for all ages. Children under 3 get in free and don't need a ticket.

What is there to do?

You follow Teddy on his holiday adventure through the heritage buildings of the museum village. Along the way there are treats, crafts, music and more, and Santa stops by to visit.

Where do we park and check in?

Park in the main lot at the Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre. Check in at the main reception desk inside, where staff confirm your tickets and point you to the program.

Is there food?

Light refreshments are for sale in the Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre and in the Museum Gift Shop.

What should we wear?

Dress for the weather. The event goes ahead rain or shine and moves between indoor and outdoor spots.

Tags

family friendlyholiday seasonseasonal activitiescommunity celebrationmuseumstorytellingholiday tradition

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team