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Magical Christmas Forest

Visitors explore a winter wonderland adorned with holiday lights, crafts, games, and putt-putt in Santa’s workshop. Guests can take horse-drawn wagon rides, gather around campfires, and enjoy a private visit with Santa in his cabin. Admission also includes hot chocolate, marshmallow roasting, and cookie decorating.

What to Expect

Winter wonderland featuring wagon rides, campfires, and visits to Santa's cabin.

Event Details

Duration

Visitors are encouraged to plan on spending at least 1.5 hours and may stay as long as they like.

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

Yes

Organizer

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)

Food & Drink

Tickets include hot chocolate, marshmallow roasting, and cookie decorating; other food options have not yet been announced.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

$$

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Kortright Centre for Conservation
9550 Pine Valley Drive, Woodbridge, Ontario
Woodbridge, ON

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Child – $32.75; Adult/Senior – $39.60; 1 and under – Free. Early Bird discounts when booking prior to October 31, 2026: 20% off until June 30, 15% off until August 31, and 10% off until October 31. Support workers may attend at no charge when accompanying a paying client. – Get tickets
  • Hours: Monday to Saturday: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Sunday: 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
  • Parking: Parking is available at no charge on site.
  • Accessibility: The Kortright Visitor Centre is fully accessible, and the outdoor portion occurs mainly on level trails.
  • Pets: Visitors are asked to leave pets at home. Pets are not permitted in the Kortright Visitor Centre. Registered service animals are welcome.

Tips & Advice

  • Buy tickets in advance through the online link, since advance tickets are required and Library Passes aren't accepted for this event.
  • Book before October 31 to get the Early Bird discount on your tickets.
  • Don't arrive more than 10 minutes before the start, and allow at least an hour and a half to get through everything.
  • Bring your own camera for the visit with Santa in his cabin, because no photo is provided.
  • Dress for outdoor conditions, since much of the evening is outside around the campfires, wagon rides and trails.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Early Bird discount when you book before October 31.
  • Support workers get in free with a paying client.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a ticket include?

Christmas crafts, games and activities, horse-drawn wagon rides, a visit with Santa in his cabin, campfires, putt-putt in Santa's workshop, holiday lights, hot chocolate, marshmallow roasting and cookie decorating.

Do I have to arrive at a set time, and how long should I allow?

Come any time during event hours, but please don't arrive more than 10 minutes before the start so the elves can get ready. Allow at least an hour and a half. You can stay as long as you like.

Is there a photo with Santa?

No photo is provided, so bring your own camera.

Is it indoors or outdoors?

Both. Dress for the weather outside. Washrooms are in the Kortright Visitor Centre.

Is Kortright nut-free?

No. It's a public facility, so it isn't considered nut-free. Food options are coming soon.

Tags

holiday light displaysfamily friendlySanta visitsfestive foodseasonal activitieswinter activitiesholiday traditioncommunity celebrationinteractive displayshorse drawn carriages

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