There’s a magical holiday festival in Ontario with horse-drawn carriage and mini train rides

A one-of-a-kind magical holiday experience is coming to Ontario’s Upper Canada Village starting this November. Get ready to be whisked away by the thrilling winter wonderland that will soon take over one of the largest living-history sites in Canada. Here’s what to know about the annual Alight at Night festival.

Kicking off on November 29th, Alight at Night will light up the evening sky with over one million lights, creating a stunning holiday backdrop. Heritage buildings, trees, and fences will be adorned with lights.

“Bundle up for an evening stroll through this picture-perfect postcard setting. Over one million lights illuminate Upper Canada Village, creating a one-of-a-kind magical backdrop – a true winter wonderland!” shares the site.

What can I expect?

Here’s what’s on the itinerary:

• Pommier Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride –  It includes a  30-minute carriage ride for up to four guests. Your ticket to this experience also includes full access to the Alight at Night Festival and a gift of four tickets for Upper Canada Village’s regular day programming in 2025.
• Snap Holiday Photos with Santa – Take a picture with Santa at Saint Nick’s Winter Workshop from November 29th to December 23rd.
• Festive Dining – Enjoy delicious holiday classics at Willard’s Hotel, Harvest Barn, BeaverTails, Village Café, and the snack hut.
• Sing Along to Old-Fashioned Carolling – Stop by Christ Church for heartwarming carols.
• Holiday Shopping – Explore gifts and artisan made products at the Village Store. You’ll also find its popular Village-made bread and cheese, but they do sell out fast.
• Miniature Toy Train – Hop on the life-sized, colourfully lit toy train for a 15-20 minute magical ride.
• Festive Sound & Light Show – Enjoy the Sound and Light Show at Crysler Hall.
• Activity Stations – Take pics of Alite-Brite’s giant nostalgic glow, Snowy Silhouettes and gingerbread figures, or cozy up on the Mistletoe Loveseat! Stop by the Frosty Fun Zone for hot drinks, holiday games, ornament decorations, and more.
• Story Time – Stop by Blitzen’s Barn for a story time by the fireplace wit St. Nick’s Elf.

Tickets are now on sale for Alight at Night and are priced at $17+ for those 13 and up, $14+ for those aged 5 to 12. The event is only open on select days from 5 PM to 9 PM.

• November 29th, 2024 to December 1st, 2024
• December 5th, 2024 to December 8th, 2024
• December 12th, 2024 to December 15th, 2024
• December 19th, 2024 to December 23rd, 2024
• December 26th, 2024 to January 4th, 2025

This is a magical experience you don’t want to miss out on.

Alight at Night

When: November 29th, 2024 to January 4th, 2025 (select nights)
Where: Upper Canada Village – 13740 County Rd 2, Morrisburg, Ont
Cost: Adults $17+, children $14+

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