Get thrilled, West Hill! Our holiday guide is here to help you discover all the best festive fun. From West Hill natives to wandering adventurers, our guide ensures a holiday season to cherish.
Get ready to immerse yourself in the magic of the Toronto Christmas Market, known for its charming stalls and festive ambiance. Experience the stunning light displays at the Cavalcade of Lights, which illuminate Nathan Phillips Square with a spectacular winter wonderland theme. And the WinterFest at Canada’s Wonderland is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring thrilling rides and seasonal entertainment for all ages. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around West Hill
- Toronto Christmas Market (Toronto)
- WinterFest at Canada’s Wonderland (Vaughan)
- Cavalcade of Lights (Toronto)
- Christmas at the Castle (Toronto)
- Holiday Nights of Lights (Toronto)
- We Love Willowdale Christmas Market (Toronto)
- Weston Winterfest (Toronto)
- One of a Kind 2023 Winter Show (Toronto)
- Santa at the Village (Toronto)
- Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic (Toronto)
See these and even more events listed below!
West Hill 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 winter festival in Toronto featuring live performances, the lighting of the city's official Christmas tree, and nightly ice skating with festive light installations.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Cavalcade of Lights
Holiday Nights of Lights
What to Expect:
Interactive light show with holiday market and axe throwing.
Description:
Holiday Nights of Lights is an immersive walk-through experience featuring over 1.5 million LED lights synchronized to holiday tunes. The event includes giant ornaments, animated tunnels, and a holiday market with food trucks and vendors.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Holiday Nights of Lights
Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic
What to Expect:
Live performances and festive lighting in a historic neighborhood setting.
Description:
Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic features a spectacular lighting display along Bloor Street and in Village of Yorkville Park, accompanied by live performances and traditional carolers.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic
Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge
What to Expect:
Spectacular light displays and festive activities in a natural setting.
Description:
Capilano Suspension Bridge transforms into a dazzling display of light and color with thousands of twinkling lights illuminating the bridge, rainforest, and river. Visitors can walk across the world-famous bridge, explore the glittering rainforest, and enjoy festive activities and live music.
Where: North Vancouver | More Info: Canyon Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge
VanDusen Festival of Lights
What to Expect:
Interactive light displays and themed areas.
Description:
VanDusen Festival of Lights features over 1 million twinkling lights, interactive displays, and themed light areas, including a new mycelium installation inspired by the Great Bear Rainforest.
Where: Vancouver | More Info: VanDusen Festival of Lights
Noel Holiday Light Festival
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday light displays and interactive installations.
Description:
The Noel Holiday Light Festival in Surrey features over 1 million lights, a 1km accessible holiday light walk, and various activities like live music, dance performances, and visits with Santa.
Where: Surrey | More Info: Noel Holiday Light Festival
Forest of Miracles & Dundarave Festival of Lights
What to Expect:
Largest outdoor Christmas tree display in coastal British Columbia.
Description:
The Dundarave Festival of Lights features over 150 beautifully decorated Christmas trees along West Vancouver's waterfront, each sponsored by local families, community groups, and businesses. The event includes four Saturdays of free live music and other activities, raising funds for the Lookout Society’s North Shore Shelter.
Where: West Vancouver | More Info: Forest of Miracles & Dundarave Festival of Lights
West Hill Holiday Markets and Shopping
Toronto Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Holiday shopping and entertainment in a historic, cobblestone district.
Description:
The Toronto Christmas Market is an annual event held in the Distillery Historic District, featuring a variety of handcrafted items, sweets, and treats from local and international vendors. The market includes a main stage with ongoing entertainment, including carolers, choirs, and brass bands. Visitors can also explore the unique boutiques in the Distillery District and enjoy exclusive dining options.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Toronto Christmas Market
We Love Willowdale Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday market with 60+ artisan vendors and live entertainment.
Description:
Join We Love Willowdale Christmas Market at Mel Lastman Square for an afternoon of artisan vendors, live music, and festive activities. Enjoy hot chocolate, food trucks, and family photo booths while supporting local families through the food bank.
Where: Toronto | More Info: We Love Willowdale Christmas Market
Weston Winterfest
What to Expect:
Illuminated ice sculptures and live musical performances.
Description:
Weston Winterfest is a free, inclusive holiday-themed event featuring illuminated ice sculptures, live musical performances, an indoor silent auction, holiday market, kids activities, and more. Enjoy free hot chocolate and explore local vendors selling hot cider, soup, treats, and Beavertails.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Weston Winterfest
One of a Kind 2023 Winter Show
What to Expect:
Largest craft show in North America showcasing Canadian makers.
Description:
One of a Kind 2024 Winter Show is a premier showcase of Canadian handmade and artisanal objects, featuring over 500 talented makers and artisans from across Canada. The event offers a diverse array of art, apparel, food, and furniture, all made with love and care. Visitors can enjoy daily fashion shows, main stage presentations, and special theme days like Silver Monday.
Where: Toronto | More Info: One of a Kind 2023 Winter Show
Vancouver Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Traditional German Christmas market with artisan shops and festive eats.
Description:
The Vancouver Christmas Market is an outdoor event at Jack Poole Plaza, featuring traditional German Christmas market stalls with artisan shops, festive eats, and treats. Enjoy live entertainment, special events, and unique installations like the Walk-Through Christmas Tree and Lovers Lane Love Lock Installation.
Where: Vancouver | More Info: Vancouver Christmas Market
Shipyards Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Free admission to a community-driven holiday market with local artisans and businesses.
Description:
The Shipyards Christmas Market in North Vancouver offers a delightful holiday experience with 75+ wooden stalls selling unique artisanal gifts, festive music, an ice rink, and seasonal treats like bratwursts, mulled wine, and hot cocoa.
Where: North Vancouver | More Info: Shipyards Christmas Market
West Hill Holiday Shows and Entertainment
WinterFest at Canada’s Wonderland
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday celebration with ice-skating and live shows.
Description:
WinterFest at Canada’s Wonderland features ice-skating, live shows, exciting rides, and millions of spectacular lights, making it a memorable holiday experience for the whole family.
Where: Vaughan | More Info: WinterFest at Canada’s Wonderland
Santa at the Village
What to Expect:
Iconic parade with giant balloons, creative floats, and festive performances.
Description:
The Toronto Santa Claus Parade is a historic event that has been kicking off the Christmas season since 1905. It features colorful floats, marching bands, celebrity clowns, and of course, Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus. The parade brings people together, celebrating hope, family, and love, and it is a cherished part of the city's fabric.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Santa at the Village
PNE Winter Fair
What to Expect:
Interactive Santa-themed adventure with toy testing and holiday lights.
Description:
The PNE Winter Fair is a holiday event featuring holiday lights, food, skating, ice bumper cars, shows, and shopping. It includes a journey to meet Santa, a ride on the PNE Holiday Express, and activities like toy testing and live programming.
Where: Vancouver | More Info: PNE Winter Fair
West Hill Other Holiday Activities
Christmas at the Castle
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with Santa and festive activities in a historic castle setting.
Description:
Casa Loma transforms into a holiday spectacle with Christmas at the Castle, featuring a 40ft tall tree in the Great Hall and eight signature trees by Canadian designers. Guests can visit Santa in his workshop, participate in festive arts and crafts, and enjoy live performances. The event offers a variety of activities for the whole family.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Christmas at the Castle
FlyOver Canada: Soar with Santa
What to Expect:
Immersive aerial experience with Santa.
Description:
At FlyOver Canada, embark on a thrilling journey with Santa through Canada's breathtaking landscapes, from the East Coast to the Rockies, with immersive aerial footage and sensory effects.
Where: Vancouver | More Info: FlyOver Canada: Soar with Santa
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Woburn (2 miles)
- Rouge (3 miles)
- Malvern (4 miles)
- Bendale (4 miles)
- Eglinton East (4 miles)
- Agincourt South-Malvern West (5 miles)
- Dorset Park (5 miles)
- Agincourt North (5 miles)
- Tam O'Shanter-Sullivan (6 miles)
- Wexford/Maryvale (6 miles)
- Clairlea-Birchmount (6 miles)
- Birchcliffe-Cliffside (7 miles)
- L'Amoreaux (7 miles)
- Milliken (7 miles)
- Parkwoods-Donalda (8 miles)
- Markham (8 miles)
- Steeles (8 miles)
- East End-Danforth (8 miles)
- Flemingdon Park (8 miles)
- The Beaches (9 miles)
- Banbury-Don Mills (9 miles)
- Don Valley Village (9 miles)
- Ajax (9 miles)
- Thorncliffe Park (9 miles)
- Pickering (9 miles)
- Bayview Village (10 miles)
- Willowdale (11 miles)
- Willowdale East (11 miles)
- South Riverdale (11 miles)
- Mount Pleasant West (12 miles)
- Rosedale-Moore Park (12 miles)
- Toronto (12 miles)
- Bedford Park-Nortown (12 miles)
- Moss Park (12 miles)
- Church-Yonge Corridor (12 miles)
- Newtonbrook West (13 miles)
- Bay Street Corridor (13 miles)
- Annex (13 miles)
- Englemount-Lawrence (13 miles)
- Waterfront Communities-The Island (14 miles)
- Westminster-Branson (14 miles)
- Oakwood Village (14 miles)
- Niagara (14 miles)
- Stouffville (14 miles)
- Richmond Hill (15 miles)
- Dovercourt-Wallace Emerson-Junction (15 miles)
- York University Heights (15 miles)
- Downsview-Roding-CFB (16 miles)
- South Parkdale (16 miles)
- Vaughan (17 miles)
- High Park North (17 miles)
- High Park-Swansea (17 miles)
- Glenfield-Jane Heights (17 miles)
- Rockcliffe-Smythe (17 miles)
- Black Creek (17 miles)
- Stonegate-Queensway (18 miles)
- Oshawa (19 miles)
- Kingsview Village-The Westway (19 miles)
- Willowridge-Martingrove-Richview (20 miles)
- Mimico (20 miles)
- Islington-City Centre West (20 miles)
- Mount Olive-Silverstone-Jamestown (20 miles)
- West Humber-Clairville (21 miles)
- Etobicoke (21 miles)
- Aurora (22 miles)
- Uxbridge (23 miles)
- Newmarket (24 miles)
- East Gwillimbury (26 miles)
- Mississauga (27 miles)
- Brampton (30 miles)
- Oakville (33 miles)
- Keswick (36 miles)
- Milton (39 miles)
- Caledon (41 miles)
- St. Catharines (41 miles)
- Burlington (42 miles)
- Grimsby (44 miles)