9 Enchanting Places In Ontario That Are Straight Out Of A Christmas Movie

Lights, camera, Christmas!
Lead Writer, Travel

It's beginning to look a lot like a Christmas film all around the province.

You'll feel as though you've stepped on set at these Christmas places in Ontario.

Complete with shimmering lights, cozy vibes, and adorned streets, these spots could be featured in the next holiday blockbuster.

Burlington Village Square is brimming with European style, and Stratford offers that magical old-time Christmas feel.

It looks like holiday magic doesn't just exist on the silver screen.

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Christmas At Howells

Price: $8 admission

When: Until January 2, 2021

Address: 2878 Holland Rd., Fonthill, ON

Why You Need To Go: For the first time, this farm has transformed into a charming holiday village complete with cozy firepits, photo ops, and delicious treats.

Niagara-On-The-Lake

Price: Free

Address: Niagara-On-The-Lake, ON

Why You Need To Go: This historic village is magical year-round, but especially during the holiday season. The streets are adorned with bows and garland, and it's straight out of an old-time Christmas movie.

Stratford

Price: Free

Address: Stratford, ON 

Why You Need To Go: This quaint city is decked out in Yuletide cheer, with many shop windows and storefronts lit up. It's just like stepping into Christmas past.

Burlington Village Square

Price: Free

Address: 418 Pearl St., Burlington, ON

Why You Need To Go: This cobblestone square looks like it belongs in Europe, and it's brimming with holiday vibes.

Sweaters N' Snowflakes

Price: Free admission

When: Until December 27, 2020

Address: 621 Richmond St, Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Step into a twinkling Christmas market filled with movie-worthy treats like buttery beer spiked eggnog and gingerbread fries.

Lights At Landsdowne

Price: Free

When: Until January 4, 2021

Address: Casino Lac-Leamy Plaza at Lansdowne, Marché Way, Ottawa, ON

Why You Need To Go: This glimmering square is like stepping into a magical holiday fairytale.

Niemi Family Farm

Price: $19.99 per adult

When: Until December 22, 2020

Address: 18463 ON-48, Mount Albert, ON

Why You Need To Go: This charming family farm has all the makings of a good Christmas movie, from trees to bonfires and twinkling lights.

Winterfest In The Square

Price: $129.99 + tax per person

When: Throughout the winter

Address: 6080 Fallsview Blvd., Niagara Falls, ON

Why You Need To Go: A magical winter village of cozy cabins and glowing snowglobes has popped up at the Old Stone Inn Boutique Hotel, and you can dine inside for a movie-worthy experience.

Christmas In The Allée

Price: Free

When: Until January 2, 2021

Address: 1 Water St. N., Cambridge, ON

Why You Need To Go: The charming wintery alleyway at the Cambridge School Of Flowers has transformed into a Christmas market that will fill you with major Hallmark vibes.

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  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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