Last updated: November 11, 2024
Explore the charm of Steeles this holiday season with our comprehensive guide. From hometown residents to holiday guests, this guide showcases the best of Steeles's festive season.
Get ready to experience the joyful spectacle of the Toronto Santa Claus Parade, where bright floats and cheerful performances bring the magic of December to life. WinterFest at Canada’s Wonderland transforms the park into a winter wonderland, featuring thrilling rides and seasonal activities for families. And definitely don't forget about the Distillery Winter Village, where you can wander through beautifully decorated streets filled with unique shops and festive treats. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Live performances and tree lighting.
Cavalcade of Lights is a winter festival featuring live performances, the lighting of Toronto's official Christmas tree, and nightly ice skating with festive light installations.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Cavalcade of Lights
Tree lighting and fireworks display.
Winter Nights, City Lights is an annual holiday celebration featuring the lighting of Esplanade Park, live entertainment, holiday market, food vendors, letters to Santa, and art illuminations.
Where: Pickering | More Info: Winter Nights, City Lights
Artisan marketplace with Santa visits and warm Fireside Lounge.
Holiday Fair in the Square is a holiday tradition at Mel Lastman Square, featuring an artisan marketplace, warm Fireside Lounge, and visits with Santa. Enjoy hot chocolate and mulled wine while strolling through the stalls.
Where: North York | More Info: Holiday Fair in the Square
Community-driven market with local artisans and food vendors.
The Winter Market at Evergreen Brick Works is a vibrant event where attendees can connect with others, enjoy diverse local vendors, and experience a variety of activities including food, children's activities, and live performances.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Winter Village at Evergreen Brick Works
Unique gifts and live entertainment.
The Black Joy Holiday Market is a vibrant event featuring over 60 vendors offering unique gifts, amazing food, live DJ performances, and a variety of fashion, jewelry, and skincare items. It also includes children's activities and a lively atmosphere.
Where: Pickering | More Info: Black Joy Holiday Market
Immersive holiday experience with live entertainment and festive activities.
The Distillery Winter Village is a festive celebration featuring live entertainment, holiday carolers, and Santa's Tower of Toys. Enjoy the official tree lighting ceremony, holiday markets, and a variety of seasonal activities.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Distillery Winter Village
Immersive holiday experience with ice-skating and live shows.
WinterFest at Canada’s Wonderland features ice-skating on Snow Flake Lake, over a dozen live shows, exciting rides, and millions of spectacular lights. Explore larger-than-life themed areas, participate in holiday activities, and enjoy festive food and seasonal merchandise.
Where: Vaughan | More Info: WinterFest at Canada’s Wonderland
Iconic parade with festive floats and celebrity clowns.
The Toronto Santa Claus Parade is a beloved annual event that brings hundreds of thousands of people together to celebrate the Christmas season. Since 1905, it has been a cornerstone of Toronto's holiday festivities, featuring colorful floats, world-class marching bands, and the iconic appearance of Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Toronto Santa Claus Parade
Live performances by Canadian artists amidst festive lighting displays.
Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic is a free outdoor concert and tree lighting ceremony featuring Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter Matt Dusk, along with traditional carolers and festive lighting displays in the Village of Yorkville Park and along Bloor Street.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic
Holiday celebration with live performances and elaborate decorations.
Casa Loma transforms into a holiday spectacle with Christmas at the Castle, featuring a 40ft tall tree in the Great Hall, eight signature trees by Canadian designers, and live performances including a Knight Before Christmas show and a Canadian Majinx illusion show. Guests can visit Santa in his castle workshop, participate in festive arts and crafts, and enjoy wintery holiday mascots.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Christmas at the Castle in Casa Loma
Community-driven parade with elaborate floats and marching bands.
The Santa Claus Parade in Pickering is a joyous celebration featuring extravagant floats from local businesses and community groups, marching bands, and Santa Claus himself. It begins at Dixie and Glenanna and ends in Pickering’s City Centre, impressing all ages with its festive atmosphere.
Where: Pickering | More Info: Santa Claus Parade
Live ice carving and public art installation.
Join the City of Pickering and Nautical Village businesses for an exciting new event in Millennium Square this Winter. Enjoy live ice carving, select holiday vendors, buskers, s’mores stations, miniature train rides through Nautical Village, and the Public Art installation “Same Material / Different Time” by Studio Jordan Shaw.
Where: Pickering | More Info: Winter Wonderland