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.
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Visiting the Toronto Zoo at Christmas: winter daytime visits, which animals love the cold, Boxing Day hours, Glow in the Wild at night and tips for families.
Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada at Christmas 2026: Breakfast with Santa on Nov 21, Nov 28 and Dec 5, holiday hours, sensory mornings and tips for visiting.
Holiday programs at Toronto museums: ROM for the Holidays, the AGO, Toronto History Museums’ festive events, Ontario Science Centre pop-ups and Black Creek.
Things to do with kids during Toronto’s winter break, Dec 21, 2026 to Jan 1, 2027: museums, skating, shows, Santa, the zoo, WinterFest and free indoor activities.
Christmas Eve services, Midnight Mass and Christmas Day worship in Toronto’s historic churches and cathedrals, plus carol services and tips for visitors in 2026.
Where to see A Christmas Carol in Toronto in 2026: the immersive production at Campbell House Museum, Mirvish’s Goblin: Christmas Carol comedy and more versions.
Toronto’s 2026 holiday panto is Canadian Stage’s Cinderella at the Winter Garden Theatre, December 5, 2026 to January 3, 2027. Cast, tickets and what to expect.
Indoor Christmas activities for kids in Toronto for cold or rainy days: holiday shows, museums, Ripley’s Aquarium, the Eaton Centre snow show, One of a Kind and more.
Where to decorate gingerbread houses in Toronto: bakery and hotel workshops, family classes, community centre programs, kits to take home and tips for a sweet holiday activity.
Toddler-friendly Christmas activities in Toronto for 2026: easy Santa visits, short train rides, calm market visits, library story times, lights and nap-friendly parades.