This Ontario town is a 'Hallmark-style holiday haven' with twinkly streets and carriage rides
It's like stepping into your favourite Christmas film.
A small town in Ontario.
You'll feel like the star of your favourite Hallmark film at this magical Ontario village. With sparkling streets, glowing shops, and frosty charm, it looks like a scene from a Christmas film and is an enchanting spot for a holiday road trip.
You can sip warm cups of cocoa, ride carriages through snowy streets, cozy up by firepits and pop into quaint boutiques at this dreamy spot.
Bayfield is a storybook village perched along the shores of Lake Huron. While the town is beautiful year-round, Christmas is an especially magical time to visit, when the downtown transforms into a postcard-worthy setting.
The village is lined with warm eateries and twinkling shops, making it an enchanting spot to get some holiday shopping done.
From November 14 to 16, you can experience the annual Christmas in Bayfield event, which has been offering festive cheer for over 30 years.
According to the town's website, it's a "Hallmark-style holiday haven" complete with "snow-draped landscapes and the enchanting glow of festive lights."
The event kicks off at 7 p.m. on November 14 with the annual Lighting of the Lights ceremony, which lights up the town and even welcomes Santa himself.
Throughout the weekend, you can enjoy the Santa Claus Parade, fire pits, live entertainment, food and beverages, free horse-drawn carriage rides, and more.
Bayfield transforms into a storybook village during the holidays, complete with twinkling lights and cozy storefronts perfect for Christmas shopping.
You can browse for gifts and locally made treasures at spots like Spotted Cow, Market 29, The Village Bookshop, and Crichet Handmade Designs.
The Hive is ideal for sweet treats and charming finds, while The Main Street Gallery showcases beautiful local art.
After shopping, warm up with a hot drink at Shop Bike Coffee Roasters or enjoy a cozy meal at Black Dog Pub & Bistro or The Little Inn of Bayfield.
If you're craving a quintessential Hallmark movie experience, a trip to this enchanting lakeside town should be at the top of your holiday list.
Christmas in Bayfield
Price: Free
When: November 14 to 16, 2025
Address: Bayfield, ON
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