Have Fun (For Free) This Holiday Season
5 free holiday attractions in torontoToronto
(Dec.09.11)
Isn’t it the most wonderful time of the year? It’s even more wonderful when you can enjoy free events in this amazing city with your family. Here are five free holiday attractions happening in and around Toronto this December.
Lowe’s Toronto Christmas Market
Experience the magic and romance of traditional European Christmas markets that originated in the 1400s at the Lowe’s Toronto Christmas Market. The whole family will enjoy Santa’s Lane, Fairy Tale Forest maze, Rudolph's reindeer zoo, children's story telling and Santa's elves workshop presented by Lowe's.
December 2 – 18, Distillery Historic District; 55 Mill St.; 416-364-1177; torontochristmasmarket.com
Celebrate the Holiday Season at Promenade Mall
Santa is coming to the Promenade Mall in Thornhill. From decorating gingerbread to making loveable sock puppets to Hanukah Crafts, there is something for everyone. Registration is required for some activities; call to reserve a spot.
December 3 – 23; Promenade Mall; 1 Promenade Circle, Thornhill; 905-764-0020; promenade.ca
Skate the Natrel Rink
Skate seven days a week on the city's winter gem by the lake at The Natrel Rink. Hot food and drinks are available at the rinkside restaurant, and indoor change rooms with lockers.
Harbourfront Centre; 235 Queens Quay W.; 416-973-4000; harbourfrontcentre.com
Free Craft Classes
Michaels Craft Stores are offering free holiday craft workshops December 3 to 17. Explore holiday traditions around the world while creating fun and festive craft projects. All of the events are free and the majority of supplies are complimentary, with a few, low-cost exceptions.
Michaels Craft Stores; 30 Billy Bishop Way; 647-776-2180; michaels.com
A Beatiful Winter Wonderland
Take a lovely drive with the family up to Newmarket from December 10 to 31 for the Town of Newmarket’s Winter Wonderland. Enjoy the lights on Water St. nightly from 6 to 9 pm as well as a train ride on Tim Hortons Express – the kids will love this! Train dates TBA. Weather permitting.
Newmarket Riverwalk Commons; 200 Doug Duncan Dr., Newmarket; 905-895-5193; town.newmarket.on.ca
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