Experience the festive fun with the Mimico community! Explore all the events in our holiday guide. For Mimico residents and newcomers, this guide highlights the top festive events.
Step into a winter wonderland at the Toronto Christmas Market, where you can stroll through charming stalls filled with artisanal goods and seasonal treats. Another delight is the Cavalcade of Lights, featuring vibrant light displays and live performances that bring the spirit of the season alive. And the enchanting Christmas at Casa Loma is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering stunning decorations and captivating holiday activities. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Mimico
- Toronto Christmas Market (Distillery Winter Village) (Toronto)
- Cavalcade of Lights (Toronto)
- WinterFest at Canada's Wonderland (Vaughan)
- Christmas at Casa Loma (Toronto)
- Toronto Santa Claus Parade (Toronto)
- Winter Festival of Lights (Niagara Falls)
- Niagara Falls Christmas Market (Niagara Falls)
- Toronto Botanical Gardens Holiday Market (Toronto)
- Winter Wonders - Royal Botanical Gardens (Burlington)
- Safari Lights (Niagara Falls)
See these and even more events listed below!
Mimico Holiday Light Displays
Cavalcade of Lights
What to Expect:
Live performances and lighting of the city's official Christmas tree.
Description:
The Cavalcade of Lights is a glittering winter festival in Toronto that has brought holiday cheer to Torontonians since 1967. It features an unforgettable opening night celebration with live performances and the lighting of the city's official Christmas tree. The event offers nightly ice skating and festive light installations throughout the holiday season.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Cavalcade of Lights
Winter Festival of Lights
What to Expect:
Spectacular light displays and interactive hot chocolate trail.
Description:
The Winter Festival of Lights in Niagara Falls features over 3 million lights and 75+ displays, transforming the city into a vibrant winter spectacle with nightly Falls Illumination and the Hot Chocolate Trail.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Winter Festival of Lights
Niagara Falls Christmas Market
What to Expect:
3 million lights and interactive displays.
Description:
The Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights features over 3 million lights and 75 spectacular displays along the Niagara Parkway and tourist districts. Visitors can explore the self-guided festival route, enjoy the Hot Chocolate Trail, and experience the nightly Falls Illumination.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Niagara Falls Christmas Market
Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration
What to Expect:
Annual lighting of the city's official Christmas tree.
Description:
The Cavalcade of Lights is a holiday event featuring live performances, the lighting of Toronto's official Christmas tree, and nightly ice skating with festive light installations.
Where: Etobicoke | More Info: Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration
Santa's Spectacle of Lights
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday celebration with interactive activities.
Description:
A festive event featuring a parade, children's craft activities, and hot chocolate at the Main Branch, celebrating the holiday season with community engagement.
Where: Ajax | More Info: Santa's Spectacle of Lights
Illumi Mississauga
What to Expect:
Interactive light and sound show with 20 million LED bulbs.
Description:
Illumi Mississauga is a dazzling light show featuring 15 thematic universes with thousands of LED bulbs, creating an immersive experience for all ages.
Where: Mississauga | More Info: Illumi Mississauga
Safari Lights
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with synchronized lights and zoo attractions.
Description:
Safari Lights is an immersive display of synchronized lights and attractions at Safari Niagara, creating a vibrant and dynamic atmosphere.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Safari Lights
Winter Wonders - Royal Botanical Gardens
What to Expect:
Guided evening walk with festive lights and interactive displays.
Description:
Stroll through Hendrie Park's picturesque pathways adorned with charming festive lights and interactive installations, enjoying the warm tastes and fragrances of the holiday season while exploring the Botanical Train installation and the warmly lit Mediterranean Garden.
Where: Burlington | More Info: Winter Wonders - Royal Botanical Gardens
Festival of Lights - Main Street Markham
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday activities with festive light displays and entertainment.
Description:
Join Main Street Markham for a festive celebration featuring a stunning Christmas tree lighting, photos with Santa, horse-drawn carriage rides, a trackless train, fun games, and a dazzling fireworks display.
Where: Markham | More Info: Festival of Lights - Main Street Markham
Winter at Angus Glen
What to Expect:
Breathtaking light displays in a scenic golf club setting.
Description:
Winter at Angus Glen features a self-guided walk around the clubhouse and South 18th hole, showcasing a display of lights that create a picturesque backdrop for holiday celebrations.
Where: Markham | More Info: Winter at Angus Glen
Holiday Lights Heritage Nights
What to Expect:
Spectacular outdoor light display with sensory-friendly hours.
Description:
The Holiday Lights Heritage Nights at LaSalle Civic Centre features a beautiful outdoor light display with numerous ornamental and holiday lighting displays, including a forty-foot-tall walk-through tree. The event is open daily from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, with sensory hours from Monday through Thursday without music. Accessible parking and pathways are available, along with barrier-free washrooms. Weekend programming includes Family Fridays, Sounds of the Season Saturdays, and Sunday Night Markets.
Where: LaSalle | More Info: Holiday Lights Heritage Nights
Winter Nights, City Lights - City of Pickering
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with tree lighting, performers, and a holiday market.
Description:
Winter Nights, City Lights in Pickering features the lighting of Esplanade Park with festive decor and fireworks, live entertainment, food vendors, new art installations, and instagram-worthy photo ops.
Where: Pickering | More Info: Winter Nights, City Lights - City of Pickering
Mimico Holiday Markets and Shopping
Toronto Christmas Market (Distillery Winter Village)
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with live entertainment and unique shopping experiences.
Description:
The Distillery Winter Village is a festive holiday event featuring a tree lighting ceremony, live entertainment, and holiday shopping. Enjoy carolers, Santa's Tower of Toys, and a variety of seasonal activities amidst the historic charm of the Distillery District.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Toronto Christmas Market (Distillery Winter Village)
Toronto Botanical Gardens Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Unique, eco-friendly holiday shopping experience with local vendors.
Description:
The Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market is an eco-minded, nature-inspired shopping event featuring over 60 local vendors showcasing planet-friendly and botanically-themed products, including holiday home decor, nature-based gifts, fine chocolates, and fresh seasonal greens.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Toronto Botanical Gardens Holiday Market
Riverside Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday shopping with local vendors and Santa meet-and-greets.
Description:
The Riverside Holiday Market at Riverside Common Park features holiday shopping from 20 local vendors, free meet-and-greets with Santa, live music, and holiday-themed kids' crafts and treats.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Riverside Holiday Market
Toronto Art Crawl Christmas Pop-Up
What to Expect:
Unique holiday shopping experience with live entertainment and local artisans.
Description:
The Toronto Art Crawl Christmas Market is a vibrant outdoor event featuring 180 talented local artists and artisans showcasing unique handmade items, including art, jewelry, fashion, home decor, and more. Enjoy live DJ music, food vendors, and interactive artist demonstrations.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Toronto Art Crawl Christmas Pop-Up
Toronto Vegan Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Vegan shopping experience with gourmet food and outerwear.
Description:
The Vegan Christmas Market in Montreal offers a unique shopping experience with a variety of vegan products, including gourmet food, outerwear, and more. The event is held at a new beautiful venue, 200 Sherbrooke Street West, within a 5-minute walk from Place-des-Arts metro.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Toronto Vegan Holiday Market
Winterdown Lights and Market
What to Expect:
Local holiday market with artisans and tree lighting event.
Description:
Join us in Waterdown Village as we transform the area into Winterdown Village. Visit artisans and find unique gift-giving ideas at the holiday marketplace inside Memorial Hall. Shop Black Friday specials, take a wagon ride around downtown, and enjoy a fun-filled tree lighting event on the lawn of Chestnut Grove.
Where: Waterdown | More Info: Winterdown Lights and Market
Christmas Fun Fair & Market
What to Expect:
Holiday market with local vendors and festive activities.
Description:
The Christmas Fun Fair & Market offers a variety of holiday activities, including shopping for seasonal items, enjoying local food, and participating in family-friendly events.
Where: Pickering | More Info: Christmas Fun Fair & Market
Aurora's Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Hands-on workshops and seasonal vendors.
Description:
Aurora's Christmas Market is a free event filled with good cheer, hands-on workshops, and fantastic seasonal vendors offering a variety of goods and food.
Where: Aurora | More Info: Aurora's Christmas Market
Schomberg Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Historic Main Street festivities with two parades and diverse entertainment.
Description:
Schomberg Christmas Market features street performers, carolers, children's entertainers, and holiday creations along historic Main Street. Enjoy two parades, festive music, and refreshments like hot apple cider and roasted chestnuts.
Where: Schomberg | More Info: Schomberg Christmas Market
Holiday Night Market Sundays
What to Expect:
Local vendors selling handmade and homemade items.
Description:
The Holiday Night Market Sundays at LaSalle Civic Centre feature a variety of vendors selling homemade, handmade, and local products, offering a unique shopping experience.
Where: LaSalle | More Info: Holiday Night Market Sundays
Holiday Marketplace - Toronto Zoo
What to Expect:
Holiday shopping in a zoo setting.
Description:
The Toronto Zoo Holiday Marketplace offers free admission with zoo admission, providing a unique shopping experience amidst the zoo's diverse animal exhibits.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Holiday Marketplace - Toronto Zoo
Holiday Performances Holiday Fair - Nathan Phillips Square
What to Expect:
Artisan marketplace with Santa visits and festive drinks.
Description:
The Holiday Fair in the Square transforms Mel Lastman Square into a vibrant winter destination with an artisan marketplace, a Fireside Lounge offering hot chocolate and mulled wine, and a visit with Santa. This event is a beloved holiday tradition that supports Epilepsy Toronto.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Holiday Performances Holiday Fair - Nathan Phillips Square
Mimico Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas at Casa Loma
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration in a historic castle setting.
Description:
Casa Loma transforms into a holiday wonderland with a 40ft tall tree in the Great Hall and eight signature trees by Canadian designers. Activities include visiting Santa, festive arts and crafts, and live performances.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Christmas at Casa Loma
WinterFest at Canada's Wonderland
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday celebration with ice-skating and live entertainment.
Description:
WinterFest at Canada's Wonderland features ice-skating, live shows, exciting rides, and millions of spectacular lights, creating a holiday experience for the whole family.
Where: Vaughan | More Info: WinterFest at Canada's Wonderland
Toronto Santa Claus Parade
What to Expect:
Iconic parade featuring floats, bands, and celebrity clowns.
Description:
The Toronto Santa Claus Parade is a beloved annual event that brings hundreds of thousands of people together to celebrate the Christmas season with colorful floats, marching bands, and festive performances.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Toronto Santa Claus Parade
Santa Under the Stars Parade
What to Expect:
Nighttime parade with decorated floats and marching bands.
Description:
The Santa Under the Stars Parade in Aurora features beautifully decorated floats, incredible marching bands, and special guests, including Santa Claus. It is a nighttime event where Canada Post collects letters for Santa before the parade begins.
Where: Aurora | More Info: Santa Under the Stars Parade
Original Santa Claus Parade
What to Expect:
Iconic parade featuring elaborate floats and celebrity clowns.
Description:
The Original Santa Claus Parade is a beloved annual event in Toronto, bringing together hundreds of thousands of people to celebrate the Christmas season with colorful floats, marching bands, and festive entertainment.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Original Santa Claus Parade
Santa Claus Parade - Brampton
What to Expect:
Traditional parade with floats and marching bands.
Description:
The Brampton Santa Claus Parade is a festive event featuring floats, marching bands, and Santa Claus, starting at Bramalea and Central Park and ending at North Park and Jordan Blvd.
Where: Brampton | More Info: Santa Claus Parade - Brampton
Santa Claus Parade - Oakville
What to Expect:
Long-standing community celebration with festive floats and live music.
Description:
The Oakville Santa Claus Parade is an annual event that has been delighting audiences for 76 years. It brings the community together, featuring festive floats, live music, and a visit from Santa Claus.
Where: Oakville | More Info: Santa Claus Parade - Oakville
Festival of Trees - The Family Lobby at BPAC
What to Expect:
Decorated trees and festive decorations in the Family Lobby.
Description:
The Festival of Trees at BPAC features beautifully decorated trees and festive decorations in the Family Lobby, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for holiday gatherings.
Where: Brampton | More Info: Festival of Trees - The Family Lobby at BPAC
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland - Living Arts Centre
What to Expect:
World-class circus performances with holiday music.
Description:
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland is a spectacular holiday event featuring awe-inspiring acrobatics, gravity-defying aerial feats, and a lively musical mix of everyone's favorite holiday carols. The show blends spellbinding circus artistry with beloved holiday melodies, creating a heartwarming celebration that brings families together.
Where: Mississauga | More Info: Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland - Living Arts Centre
A Christmas Carol - Scarborough Theatre Guild
What to Expect:
Classic tale of redemption with intricate set designs.
Description:
A poignant adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic tale, A Christmas Carol, presented by the Scarborough Theatre Guild, where Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation unfolds amidst the backdrop of Victorian London.
Where: Scarborough | More Info: A Christmas Carol - Scarborough Theatre Guild
A Christmas RockStory - Paramount Fine Foods Centre
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday concert with special offers.
Description:
A Christmas RockStory at Paramount Fine Foods Centre features a holiday circus spectacular with special offers and live performances.
Where: Mississauga | More Info: A Christmas RockStory - Paramount Fine Foods Centre
Wonders of Winterland: Dance + Circus at the Garden - Toronto Botanical Garden
What to Expect:
High-flying circus show with aerial silks and acrobatics.
Description:
Witness breathtaking aerial silks, acrobatics, and artistry in an intimate and interactive high-flying circus show featuring strength and humour, suitable for all ages.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Wonders of Winterland: Dance + Circus at the Garden - Toronto Botanical Garden
A Christmas Carol - Campbell House Museum
What to Expect:
Immersive Victorian England setting with a stellar cast.
Description:
A critically-acclaimed theatrical adaptation of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" set in the historic backdrop of Campbell House Museum, featuring original scenes, characters, and songs.
Where: Toronto | More Info: A Christmas Carol - Campbell House Museum
Mimico Other Holiday Activities
Markham Santa Parade
What to Expect:
Large-scale community event with numerous floats and marching bands.
Description:
The 50th Annual Markham Santa Claus Parade features hundreds of floats, marching bands, and of course, Santa Claus, celebrating the holiday season with the community.
Where: Markham | More Info: Markham Santa Parade
Santa Claus Parade - City of Pickering
What to Expect:
Extravagant floats and marching bands.
Description:
The Santa Claus Parade in Pickering features extravagant floats, marching bands, and Santa Claus himself, celebrating the holiday season with a joyous parade that impresses all ages.
Where: Pickering | More Info: Santa Claus Parade - City of Pickering
Santa Claus Parade - Town Of Newmarket
What to Expect:
Interactive parade with costume characters and festive floats.
Description:
Welcome Santa Claus to Newmarket at our annual Santa Claus Parade. Bundle up and bring your family and friends to see festive holiday floats and walking groups followed by our special guest - jolly Old St. Nick. Attendees are encouraged to bring their letters for Santa and non-perishable food items for the Newmarket Food Pantry.
Where: Newmarket | More Info: Santa Claus Parade - Town Of Newmarket
Family Holiday Photos with Santa - Bradley Museum
What to Expect:
Family holiday photos with Santa and pets.
Description:
Capture family holiday memories with our jolly Santa at Bradley Museum. Our professional photographer will take a great photo, and Santa will listen to your Christmas wish list. Proceeds support educational programs at the Museums of Mississauga. Family Photos take place on Friday, Nov 29th, 2024, from 3pm to 7pm, while Paws 'N Mr. Claus is on Saturday, Nov 30th, 2024, from 11am to 3pm.
Where: Mississauga | More Info: Family Holiday Photos with Santa - Bradley Museum
Visit Santa at Magical Christmas Forest - Kortright Centre for Conservation
What to Expect:
Outdoor winter activities with Santa.
Description:
Visit Santa at the Kortright Centre for Conservation, where you can enjoy a winter wonderland filled with lights, crafts, activities, and horse-drawn wagon rides. Treats and a visit with Santa in his cabin make for a delightful family experience.
Where: Vaughan | More Info: Visit Santa at Magical Christmas Forest - Kortright Centre for Conservation
Christmas at the Farm - Downey's Market
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday celebration with farm animals and live entertainment.
Description:
Downey's Farm Market presents Christmas at the Farm, featuring Santa, farm animals, wagon rides, and live entertainment like Abracadabra Magic. Guests can make their own reindeer food and participate in various activities.
Where: Caledon | More Info: Christmas at the Farm - Downey's Market
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Stonegate-Queensway (1 miles)
- Islington-City Centre West (2 miles)
- High Park-Swansea (3 miles)
- High Park North (3 miles)
- Etobicoke (3 miles)
- South Parkdale (4 miles)
- Rockcliffe-Smythe (4 miles)
- Dovercourt-Wallace Emerson-Junction (5 miles)
- Willowridge-Martingrove-Richview (5 miles)
- Niagara (6 miles)
- Oakwood Village (6 miles)
- Kingsview Village-The Westway (6 miles)
- Annex (7 miles)
- Waterfront Communities-The Island (7 miles)
- Bay Street Corridor (7 miles)
- Church-Yonge Corridor (7 miles)
- Moss Park (8 miles)
- Mississauga (8 miles)
- West Humber-Clairville (8 miles)
- Rosedale-Moore Park (8 miles)
- Englemount-Lawrence (8 miles)
- Downsview-Roding-CFB (8 miles)
- Toronto (8 miles)
- Mount Pleasant West (9 miles)
- Glenfield-Jane Heights (9 miles)
- South Riverdale (9 miles)
- Bedford Park-Nortown (9 miles)
- Mount Olive-Silverstone-Jamestown (10 miles)
- Black Creek (10 miles)
- Thorncliffe Park (10 miles)
- York University Heights (10 miles)
- Flemingdon Park (11 miles)
- The Beaches (12 miles)
- Westminster-Branson (12 miles)
- East End-Danforth (12 miles)
- Banbury-Don Mills (12 miles)
- Willowdale (12 miles)
- Willowdale East (12 miles)
- Newtonbrook West (12 miles)
- Bayview Village (13 miles)
- Parkwoods-Donalda (13 miles)
- Clairlea-Birchmount (13 miles)
- Brampton (14 miles)
- Birchcliffe-Cliffside (14 miles)
- Don Valley Village (14 miles)
- Wexford/Maryvale (14 miles)
- Oakville (14 miles)
- Dorset Park (15 miles)
- Vaughan (15 miles)
- Tam O'Shanter-Sullivan (16 miles)
- Eglinton East (16 miles)
- L'Amoreaux (16 miles)
- Steeles (16 miles)
- Bendale (17 miles)
- Agincourt South-Malvern West (17 miles)
- Agincourt North (18 miles)
- Woburn (18 miles)
- Milliken (18 miles)
- Richmond Hill (18 miles)
- West Hill (20 miles)
- Malvern (20 miles)
- Milton (20 miles)
- Markham (21 miles)
- Rouge (22 miles)
- Burlington (23 miles)
- Aurora (27 miles)
- Pickering (27 miles)
- Stouffville (28 miles)
- Grimsby (29 miles)
- Ajax (29 miles)
- Caledon (30 miles)
- Newmarket (30 miles)
- Hamilton (30 miles)
- St. Catharines (34 miles)
- East Gwillimbury (34 miles)
- Orangeville (36 miles)
- Ancaster (36 miles)
- Guelph (38 miles)
- Oshawa (38 miles)
- Uxbridge (39 miles)
- Niagara Falls (42 miles)
- Niagara Falls (43 miles)
- Fergus (44 miles)
- Cambridge (44 miles)
- Keswick (44 miles)