Alight at Night Festival

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Alight at Night Festival

 

Experience the Magic of the Holiday Season

Open select nights from Nov 29 – Jan 4 from 5pm-9pm.

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!

  • Tickets must be purchased online in-advance.
  • Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
  • All guests, including children 0-4, must have a ticket. 
  • No pets, only service animals permitted. 
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Snap Holiday Photos with Santa

Visit Saint Nick’s Winter Workshop from November 29 – December 23 to share your holiday wishes and snap a festive photo!

Festive Dining

Indulge in delicious holiday classics at Willard’s Hotel, Harvest Barn, BeaverTails, Village Café, and our snack hut – a true treat for your taste buds! For reservations and to view menus, click the button below.

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Sing Along to Old-Fashioned Carolling

Warm up and take a break at Christ Church for heartwarming carols that capture the spirit of the holidays.

Holiday Shopping

Explore wide selection of timeless gifts and artisan made products for unique holiday shopping at the Village Store after your Alight at Night experience. Features popular Village-made bread and cheese, but they sell out fast!

Miniature Toy Train

Hop on life-sized, colourfully lit toy train for a 15-20 minute magical ride, with a stop for photo opportunities, perfect for the whole family. Located adjacent to the Village parking lot and subject to availability.

Festive Sound & Light Show

Be enchanted by the Sound and Light Show at Crysler Hall, a true winter spectacle where hundreds of colourful lights will flash to the beat of holiday tunes throughout the evening.

Pommier Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride

SOLD OUT – This exclusive package includes a cozy 30-minute carriage ride for up to 4 guests for a truly intimate and magical experience, full access to the Alight at Night Festival and a gift of 4 tickets for Upper Canada Village’s regular day programming in 2025.

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Accessibility Nights

Bundle up for a 30-minute evening driving tour through a postcard-perfect setting! Guests with limited mobility or sensory needs can enjoy Alight at Night from the comfort of their own vehicles on December 4, 11, and 18.

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Activity Stations

Enjoy Alite-Brite’s giant nostalgic glow, snap photos with Snowy Silhouettes and gingerbread figures, or cozy up on the Mistletoe Loveseat! At the Frosty Fun Zone, sip hot drinks, play holiday games, decorate ornaments, and get creative on the Chilly Chalkboard.

 Story Time

Stop by Blitzen’s Barn for cozy story time moments by the fireplace where St. Nick’s Elf will enchant you with festive tales.

Dates & Times
November 29, 2024 5:00 pm - December 1, 2024 9:00 pm
December 5, 2024 5:00 pm - December 8, 2024 9:00 pm
December 12, 2024 5:00 pm - December 15, 2024 9:00 pm
December 19, 2024 5:00 pm - December 23, 2024 9:00 pm
December 26, 2024 5:00 pm - January 4, 2025 9:00 pm
Admissions
Plus HST
General admission (13+) $17
Senior (65+) $16
Student (13-18) $15
Youth (5-12) $14
Child (0-4) Free
Accessibility Night $17
Pommier Carriage Ride $150

Before You Visit

  • Upper Canada Village is located at 13740 County Road 2, Morrisburg, Ontario
  • Parking is available at no charge onsite.
  • Alight at Night tickets are online only, with limited entries per evening and time slot. Most nights will sell out—purchase early to secure your date and time. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.
  • Arrive no earlier than 15 minutes before your scheduled time. Alight at Night is an outdoor event, held rain or shine. Inclement weather closures will be posted on Upper Canada Village’s social media pages @UpperCanadaVill.
  • SLPC ONePass or Events Pass holders can present their pass onsite for any date and time. Accompanying guests without passes must book tickets in advance.
  • No pets, only service animals permitted.
  • Smoking / vaping is not permitted onsite.
  • Train is subject to availability.
  • All paths of the tour are navigable by wheelchair (though can be affected by weather conditions).

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Details

Start:
November 29, 2024 @ 5:00 pm
End:
January 5 @ 9:00 pm

Location

Upper Canada Village
13740 County Rd 2
Morrisburg, Ontario K0C 1X0 Canada + Google Map