Toronto 
Events Description
Bring the whole family to the Legislative Assembly of Ontario this holiday season for an unforgettable celebration of free and festive fun! Over the course of two evenings, two Saturdays, and two special weekdays in December, Festive Lights serves up a wide variety of programming that will delight Ontarians of all ages.
Enjoy hands-on crafts, seasonal activities, and live music. Meet Santa and beloved characters. Stroll through the park, surrounded by the glow of the holiday lights, and snap photos under dazzling displays both inside and outside the Legislative Building. Explore Ontario’s history while surrounded by holiday cheer and browse the Legislative Gift Shop for unique Ontario-made treasures. Feeling hungry? Festive refreshments and treats will be available for purchase throughout the event.
Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, Festive Lights makes for a perfect evening with friends and colleagues, or a fun-filled day for the whole family.
Event higlights
- visit with Santa and enjoy festive meet and greets with beloved characters
- marvel at ice fairies gliding across the historic grounds
- enjoy holiday music from the McGregor Carolers and Canada Handbell Service
- explore craft and activity stations for all ages
- special treat: Pancakes with Santa on December 22 and 23 (register for Pancakes with Santa)
HOW MUCH
Tickets:
Free, Required for December 10, 17, 22, and 23
Pancakes with Santa – $10
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
December 10, 13, 17, 20, 22, 23, 2025
December 10 and 17 , Activities | 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- craft and activity stations
- festive meet and greets
- ice fairies outside
- glitter tattoos
- caricatures
- visits from Santa
- music by the McGregor Carolers
Saturdays – December 13 and 20 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- self-guided tours of the historic Legislative Building
- craft stations
- glitter tattoos
- visits with Santa
- roaming fairies
- festive photo opportunities
- music by Canada Handbell Service
Saturdays – December 13 and 20 | 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Meet and greet with the Ice Queen and Ice Princess
Saturdays – December 13 and 20 | 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Music by McGregor Carolers
December 22 and 23 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Tours of the Legislative Chamber, craft and activity stations, glitter tattoos
December 22 and 23 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- Pancakes with Santa
December 22 and 23 | 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Meet and greet with the Ice Queen
Venue:
Ontario’s Legislative Building, 111 Wellesley St. West, Toronto
Paid Parking
Public Transit Accessible
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