WinterFestStep into a world of holiday fun
WinterFest
Event Highlights
Select Dates November 15 - January 3, 2026
Where: 1 Canada's Wonderland Drive, Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6, Canada
What to expect: Dazzling lights, festive live shows, select Canada’s Wonderland rides & attractions, Santa, and specialty holiday food & drink.
Cost: Live shows, light displays, select activities and most rides included with park admission; Food, drink, merchandise and select holiday experiences require separate purchase.
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A Winter Wonderland of Holiday Fun
Step into a world of holiday fun during WinterFest at Canada’s Wonderland the premier Christmas lights and holiday festival in the Toronto region. Stroll through dazzling displays of sparkling lights, enjoy festive live shows, and make memories on select rides open for winter fun. With family memories like Santa visits, cookie decorating, and holiday shopping, there’s magic here for every age.
Hungry? Sip hot chocolate in a souvenir mug, indulge in seasonal treats, or share a holiday feast with friends and family. End the night with a cheery stroll through our picturesque midway and see why Canada’s Wonderland is the best holiday tradition in the Toronto region.
Things to Do This Holiday Season During WinterFest at Canada’s Wonderland
Experience winter like never before at a fully transformed Canada’s Wonderland during WinterFest— you’re guaranteed to have a bundle of fun during our merry, season-long celebration, so what are you waiting for? Come to WinterFest today and gift yourself some holiday cheer!
Live Shows for the Holidays
Get ready to get cozy with world-class live entertainment throughout WinterFest. With dazzling shows and cheery concerts with Christmas music, it’s easy to capture the magic of the holidays at Check out the Canada’s Wonderland mobile app for showtimes and details.
Don’t miss Small Town Showmance, our brand-new live show! Join us for fun, love, and laughs as our Wonderland Players take you through a Classic Christmas movie love story.
Kid-Friendly Activities and Rides
WinterFest at Canada’s Wonderland is a seasonal celebration like no other — with fam-tastic rides like the Antique Carousel and an assortment of kid-friendly activities including Sally’s Christmas Crafts, WinterFestis the holiday destination for the families in the Toronto region. Bring the little ones, make some crafts, decorate deliciouscookies,* and create holiday memoriesthat’ll last forever!
*Requires additional purchase
Ice Skating on Snow Flake Lake
Glide into holiday spirit with our enchanting Ice Skating on Snow Flake Lake* — this activity offers magical moments for skaters of all skill levels. WithCanada’s Wonderland’s WinterFest decorations and holiday cheer in the air, you’ll feel like you’re skating in a snow globe this winter. It doesn’t matter if you’re a graceful glider or a wobbly skater — we want you to join us at Snow Flake Lake!
*Requires additional purchase
A Flurry of Seasonal Sweets, Eats, and Drinks
Our seasonal WinterFest menu features sweet and savory food and drink options for every holiday occasion! Stay nice and warm with a collectible souvenir mug of hot chocolate or make Canada’s Wonderland feel like home with hearty comfort foods. Plus, we’ve got delectable dessert options for the little elves, and delicious handcrafted cocktails for the drinking-age ones!
Whatever you’re craving, WinterFest delivers holiday flavors as classic and tasty as cookies and milk on Christmas Eve.
Shop the Best Gifts for the Holidays at Canada’s Wonderland
Skip the crowded shopping malls and have fun while you shop during Canada’s Wonderland’s WinterFest! Give yourself the gift of good times during your Christmas shopping and find the perfect present for the thrill-lovers in your life — whether it’s cozy, Canada’s Wonderland branded apparel or a collectible ornament for your tree, gifts bought at WinterFest are festive, memorable, and fun.
