Toronto’s favourite winter wonderland, The Distillery Winter Village presented by Christian Dior Parfums is set to return this November. The Distillery District will transform into a whimsical festive market featuring its beloved towering tree, new exhibits and a Taylor Swift-themed experience.

Starting November 13th and through January 5th, 2025, the annual holiday event will bring the district to live with the warmth of the festive season.

Santa and his Elves will be in attendance and visitors can enjoy the glow of the breathtaking 55-foot-tall silver fir Christmas tree.

On opening night, Santa will flip the switch on the Christmas tree, illuminating the evening and kicking off the holiday season.

“The Distillery Winter Village has become a cherished part of Toronto’s holiday season, attracting over 800,000 visitors annually,” said Rik Ocvirk, Vice President of The Distillery Restaurants Corp. and Director, Experiences and Events, The Distillery Historic District.

“This year, we’re especially proud to unveil a stunning 55-foot silver fir Christmas tree designed by Christian Dior Parfums, alongside new immersive experiences and festive photo ops, dozens of delicious food options and shopping vendors, and holiday décor as far as the eye can see. We’re eager to welcome everyone to share in the joy this annual event brings to our city and visitors from around the world!”

What’s new this year?

A new Christian Dior Parfums Christmas Tree
Details have yet to be revealed but visitors can expect a stunning display featuring Dior’s signature style.

The Distillery’s Aurora Borealis
The Northern Lights will take up the night sky, featuring light projections over snow-capped mountains, trees, and a real two-person sleigh.

Indoor Santa’s Village
Inside the Soulpepper Theatre Atrium, kids can meet Santa, warm up with hot chocolate, and take a keepsake photo.

North Pole Post
Letters to Santa! Send them to the North Pole in a five-foot-tall British-style mailbox located beside Santa’s Village.

A Taylor-Made Christmas
As Taylor Swift’s Toronto leg of the Eras Tour will occur at the same time, visitors can take part in a ‘Swiftie Holiday Hunt’ to win specially-crafted friendship bracelets. There will also be Taylor Swift-themed cookies and friendship bracelets available for purchase as well. This experience is only available while Taylor is in town, running until November 24th.

Naughty or Nice Bar
Stop by the Naughty or Nice Bar, covered by a heated tent, for festive cocktails like mulled wine and hot sangria and food vendors under holiday-themed décor.

Holiday Photo Ops
Giant 10′ family wreath, ice arches, vintage Santa’s sleigh with reindeer, and more.

Festive Performances
The McGregor Carollers will perform traditional holiday favourites. And The Alpine Merry Sheep Choir (a singing sheep quartet performing in English and French) will prance around the site on Sunday afternoons.

How much are tickets?

Tickets are needed Thursday to Sunday after 4 PM and daily from December 16th to the 31st after 4 PM. Any other time, entrance is free.

Kids aged nine and under always enter for free. Tickets range from $15 to $39.50.

Are you ready for the holiday season? We sure are!

The Distillery Winter Village

When: November 13th, 2024 to January 5th, 2025
Where: 51 Gristmill Lane
Cost: $15 to $39.50

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