Toronto 
Events Description
The Distillery Winter Village is the picture-perfect holiday experience, where friends and family gather to explore the rich history of The Distillery District, the timeless romance of the holidays, and a curated selection of Toronto’s finest local craftspeople, local shops and restaurants. It’s a gathering place for people to come and shop for the perfect holiday gift, experience the magic and romance of the holidays, and enjoy elevated food experiences.
What to Expect This Season
Visitors can look forward to the traditions and holiday favourites that have made The Distillery Winter Village an annual destination, including:
- The towering centrepiece Christmas Tree, debuting a new look for 2026 to be revealed on opening night
- Santa’s Village returns to Soulpepper Theatre with a nostalgic nod to Christmas past, inspired by the vintage European department store setting of its holiday stage performance, Parfumerie. Step into a whimsical world of sparkling lights, mistletoe and festive department store displays, meet Old Saint Nick himself, and stop by the letter-writing station to pen a note to someone special. Then warm up with specialty hot chocolates and sweet holiday treats.
- Thousands of twinkling lights illuminating the pedestrian streets with cozy fireplaces offering a welcoming spot to warm up with a festive drink
- A new immersive digital Nutcracker experience, featuring interactive games for kids and the young at heart and confections from the land of the Sugar Plum Fairy (separate admission ticket required).
- Viral food favourites alongside dozens of seasonal eats and drinks
- Holiday photo ops and festive décor at every turn, including the famous Countdown to Christmas Clock
- Carollers, live music and special performances throughout the season including Mirvish Productions, Toronto Mendelssohn Choir, Myriad Ensemble and more!
- Vendor cabins filled with gifts and treats from local and Canadian makers and businesses
HOW MUCH
Free & Ticketed times.
General Admission –
Free during designated non-ticketed periods. General admission $16 plus HST and service fee; Flex $18 plus fees; Express $30 plus fees. Children nine and under are free.
Tickets are required for peak times, including:
- Opening Night;
- Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays after 4:00 p.m.;
- Thursdays in December after 4:00 p.m.; and,
- Daily after 4:00 p.m. from December 14-31.
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
The Distillery Historic District – from November 12 to January 3, 2027.
Doors open at The Distillery District daily at 10:00 a.m.
Opening Night/Tree Lighting Ceremony – Thursday, November 12 at 6:00 p.m.
Retail hours are:
Sunday to Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
The magic of The Distillery Winter Village starts daily at 12:00 p.m. (noon), and closes at 9:00 p.m. (10:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday).
The Distillery District and The Distillery Winter Village are open 7 days a week (except Christmas Day).
2 Church St.
100 Cooperage St.
The pick-up and drop-off zone for all carpooling and ridesharing services will be located on Front Street East between Trinity Street & Cherry Street.
