Christmas markets in Durham and Halton for 2026: Brooklin’s Christmas in the Village, Oshawa’s Bright and Merry Market, Kerr Village in Oakville and Burlington’s Jingle Market.
Christmas in Uxbridge and Port Perry: small-town Santa Claus parades, historic main streets, lakeside Port Perry and a festive day trip from Toronto.
Christmas in Clarington 2026: the CPKC Holiday Train in Bowmanville on Nov 29, Santa parades in Bowmanville, Newcastle and Courtice, and Prestonvale tree farm.
Oshawa Christmas events 2026: the Bright and Merry Market and tree lighting, the Santa Claus Parade of Lights downtown and the CPKC Holiday Train on Nov 29.
Whitby Christmas events 2026: Brooklin’s Christmas in the Village on Nov 21, the downtown Whitby Santa Claus Parade in early December, Santa visits and markets.
Skate the Bentway’s 220-metre figure-eight trail beneath the Gardiner Expressway: opening dates, getting there near Fort York, rentals and tips.
The best skating trails in and near Toronto: the Bentway, Colonel Samuel Smith Park’s figure-eight trail, GTA park trails and forest skating day trips.
Where to buy Christmas decorations in Toronto: Christmas market ornaments, garden centres, home stores, department stores and Boxing Day decoration sales.
The best shopping streets in Toronto at Christmas: Bloor-Yorkville, Queen Street West, Ossington, Kensington Market, Leslieville, the Junction and Roncesvalles.
Last-minute Christmas shopping in Toronto: where to go on December 23 and 24, late mall hours, markets still open, experience gifts and gift cards you can buy instantly.
Holiday harbour cruises in Toronto: festive brunch and dinner cruises, skyline views, the year-round Toronto Island ferry and other winter waterfront fun.
The best indoor things to do in Toronto in winter: museums, Ripley’s Aquarium, the CN Tower, shows, markets, the PATH, indoor skating and more for cold or wet days.
Niagara Falls at Christmas: the free Winter Festival of Lights, the falls illuminated at night, fireworks, frozen mist, Clifton Hill and a day or overnight trip from Toronto.
Christmas at Harbourfront Centre 2026: the tree lighting on Nov 20, the Natrel Rink, Miracle on Harbourfront, winter attractions for kids and the City’s waterfront New Year’s Eve.
Kensington Market’s Winter Solstice Festival: a lantern parade, giant puppets, fire-breathers and a fire finale in Alexandra Park on the longest night, December 21.