Toronto 
Events Description
Watch as the crowd counts down ‘til the switch gets flipped and twinkling lights are turned on the 55 foot majestic tree in Trinity Square.
On November 12 at 6:00 pm, join thousands of onlookers from Toronto and around the world for the much-anticipated kick-off to the holiday season, as Santa flips the switch on our spectacular Christmas tree and declares The Distillery Winter Village officially open.
All profits from opening night ticket sales will support our charity partners.
HOW MUCH
General Admission Ticket:
Price: $16
Non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
Provides access to The Distillery Winter Village only for the selected date and time.
Flex – $18, Express – $30
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
Thurday, November 12, 2026
– Tree Lighting Ceremony, Opening Night, 6:00 p.m.
10:00 am – 9:00 pm Distillery District shops and restaurants are open
4:00 pm – 9:00 pm Winter Village outdoor shopping and food vendors are open
Venue:
The Distillery District, 55 Mill St, Toronto
Access to the event will be restricted to four main entry points: North Gate (Trinity St. and Mill St.), East Gate (Cherry St. just south of Mill St.) and South Gate (Distillery Lane) and West Gate (Parliament St. just south of Mill St.).
Parking is available along Distillery Lane (Green P #230), and 373 Front Street East (Green P #289).
the Green P lot at 2 Church Street/St. Lawrence Market usually has plenty of space and is only a 15-minute walk along the lovely Esplanade.
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