Toronto’s STACKT market is bringing back its Holiday Hills festival this November, and this year, visitors will find an entirely new section dedicated to festive games, family activities and entertainment.
Credit: Stackt Market
The free-admission winter festival runs from November 13, 2026, to January 3, 2027, at 28 Bathurst Street.
Now in its seventh season, Holiday Hills is expected to attract more than 300,000 visitors.
What’s New at Holiday Hills This Year?
The biggest addition is The Sleigh Ground, a 13,000-square-foot winter playground on the market’s west side.
You can explore three areas:
- Santa’s Landing: Features 12-foot-tall characters from The Original Santa Claus Parade, interactive games, weekend Santa visits and children’s activities.
- The Merry Midway: Offers holiday-themed carnival games, prizes, seasonal treats and a customizable hot chocolate bar.
- All Day Play: An indoor clubhouse with darts, pool, themed game nights and classic games.
- A new All You Can Play Pass will provide access to activities across the playground for one price.
Another change is Casa Abuela, a Mexican-inspired speakeasy cantina occupying a double-sized yurt on the South Lawn.
Holiday Lights, Shopping and Free Entertainment
Credit: Stackt Market
Returning attractions include the Tunnel of Lights overlooking the CN Tower, giant holiday characters in The Wonder Woods and an oversized ornamental mistletoe at the entrance.
More than 250 small businesses will participate through shops, pop-ups and weekend markets hosted by Kreate Market and Barkada Market.
Visitors can also spend time in the heated Fireside Courtyard, where Wednesday community celebrations will feature live acoustic music and complimentary hot chocolate.
“We wanted to create the kind of holiday place you come back to, with your family, your friends or someone special,” said Jessica Lynch, Vice President at STACKT.
The festival will also offer movie nights, workshops, Sunday children’s programming and other weekly activities.
The complete programming calendar is scheduled for release on November 5.
Trip Planning: Holiday Hills 2026
What: Bold installations. Nostalgic experiences. Festive games. Seasonal flavours. The sounds of the season. This year, Holiday Hills is filled with fun and festive moments to explore.
Where: STACKT market, 28 Bathurst Street, Toronto
When: November 13, 2026, to January 3, 2027
Tuesday to Friday: 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Noon to 11 p.m.
Monday: Closed
Admission: Free. Some activities require a paid pass.