Travel Ideas: Holidays

When the holiday season approaches, Toronto lights up with winter wonderland cheer, thanks to a unique collection of celebrations and traditions for everyone to enjoy.

Explore winter markets and shopping centres, participate in winter solstice festivities or attend a tree lighting ceremony. The annual Distillery Winter Village transforms the Distillery Historic District into an intimate, picture-perfect holiday experience. Firework shows, cultural celebrations, ice sculptures and skating performances bring the city together at City Hall's Cavalcade of Lights.

Go pre-Christmas shopping for beautiful ornaments and festive gifts at various markets and shopping centres. Select ice rinks and scenic trails across the city host DJs for dance party skate nights, not only during the holiday season but throughout the entire winter. Visit Harbourfront Centre for a skate by the lake or glide by the quintessential Toronto sign at Nathan Phillips Square.

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