We picked some favourites that you need to check out, whether you’re bundled up and strolling or want to stay cozy in your cars as you drive along colourful trails.
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Try one, try all, whatever you do, it’s a great way to get into the holiday spirit.
Terra Lumina
This immersive walking path is like stepping into a portal to the future (no Delorean needed!). The vibrant lighting, effects and music make this an enchanted journey you need to see to believe.
It’s all at the Toronto Zoo beginning Friday and runs until Dec. 31. For tickets and more information, click here.
Journey into Enchantment
Two GTA GO stations are offering a drive-thru festival for the whole family to enjoy. Experience the magic of more than 1.5 million of unique light decorations, 3D interactive displays, and musical lights while safely driving along a two-kilometre route.
Head to either Meadowvale GO Station in Mississauga or Richmond Hill GO Station in Richmond Hill until Jan. 1. For tickets and more information, click here.
Winter Wonders
Visitors can enjoy picturesque pathways and breathtaking gardens adorned with charming festive lights, new interactive light-to-sound installations, and wondrous displays that celebrate the magic of the winter season.
Check it out at Hendrie Park at Burlington’s Royal Botanical Gardens Wednesdays to Sundays until Jan. 8. For tickets, schedule and more information, click here.
Holiday Nights of Lights
Visitors walk through giant ornaments, animated tunnels and marvel at the light show before entering Mistletoe Lane, a pop-up experience and nighttime hotspot all rolled into one distinct holiday tradition.
The awesomeness is at Assembly Park in Vaughan and runs Wednesdays to Sundays from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. until Jan. 7 (but will be open daily beginning Dec. 21).
For tickets and more information, click here.
Twinkle After Dark
Grab a hot beverage and warm Beavertail before strolling along the path as you take in the historic buildings holiday music, festive projections all before meeting Santa.
Make your way to Country Heritage Park in Milton from Dec. 8 to 11, 15 to 18, 21 to 24 and 26 to 28 between 5:30 p.m. and 10:15 p.m. For tickets and more information, click here.
WILD Winter Festival of Lights
Festival lovers, start your engines – and stay toasty in your vehicles while you drive along a magical avenue of dazzling holiday light displays.
Get your motors running and head over to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park in Bowmanville from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. until Dec. 23. For tickets and more information, click here.
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Snowflake Walk in High Park Zoo
Feel like taking a walk on the wild side? For three evenings only, head over to High Park for an unforgettable stroll. While you’re there, don’t forget to vote for your favourite holiday tree!
See you on Friday Dec, 9, 16 and 18 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. For tickets, more information and to sign up for a walk, click here.
Whitby Lights the Night
There’s something seriously majestic about holiday lights and illuminated ground displays and Whitby’s annual event will definitely wow you. Located at multiple venues across the city, you can enjoy the walkable, driveable and virtual experiences.
Take your pick! Whitby Civic Park, Grass Park and Celebration Square will be lit up from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. daily until Jan. 5. For more information, click here.
Fairway of Lights
The illuminated walking path along a trail and back down the 18th hole’s path to the club house already sounds pretty spectacular, no? But add in decorations and interactive displays and you will be enchanted – all while waiting for golf season to start.
Enjoy a night to remember at Angus Glen Golf Club in Gormley from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. until Jan. 28. For tickets and more information, click here.
Light up the Hills
Get ready for a night under the stars as you take in the 15th annual winter festival of lights at one or all three different venues.
The lights will be lit at Dominion Gardens Park in Georgetown, Shelagh Law Parkette in Glen Williams and Acton Sports Park in Acton from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. daily until Jan. 3. For more information, click here.
Uxbridge Optimist Fantasy of Lights
Get your comfy shoes on because the Fantasy Trail and all its fantastic light displays awaits.
It’s all at Elgin Park in Uxbridge. Note, there is no parking onsite but you can catch the Town Trolley to be shuttled to and from the event. Or, park in town and walk to the park along Main Street and the beautiful Uxbridge Holiday Trail.
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Lakeside Festival of Lights
Burlington’s waterfront gets lit (do the kids still say that?) celebrating 27 years of holiday magic – so why stop now? Whether you stroll through the gorgeous displays or are simply driving along Lakeshore Road along the city’s waterfront, be prepared to be mesmerized.
Start your stroll at Spencer Smith Park in Burlington. It runs from 4 p.m. to midnight daily until Jan. 8, with extended hours (all day and night) on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Orthodox Christmas and New Year’s Eve. For more information, click here.
Magical Christmas Forest
Experience a winter wonderland filled with lights, crafts, activities, wagon rides, and treats for the whole family — and the whole family can enjoy a visit with Santa in his cabin.
Head over to Kortright Centre for Conservation in Woodbridge beginning Friday. It’s open from Wednesdays to Sundays (Wednesday to Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Sundays from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.) until Dec. 23. For tickets and more information, click here.
Illumi
This magical, captivating journey through 13 extraordinary universes, spread across 600,000 square feet that’s visible from kilometres around. The attraction is the perfect way to spend an evening whether it’s a family affair, romantic date or an Instagrammable outing with pals.
It’s at 7174 Derrycrest Dr. in Mississauga and runs until Jan. 29. For tickets, times and more information, click here.
