This cozy little Christmas village in Ontario is a Hallmark dream with a Starlight Market

It's a magical spot to explore.

A person standing outside a restaurant. Right: A snowy street with Christmas decor.

A person standing by an Ontario restaurant. Right: An Ontario village.

Lead Writer, Travel

This enchanting Christmas village in Ontario will have you feeling like you've stepped into a Hallmark film. With a glittering market, quaint shops and holiday romance, it's a magical spot to visit during the Christmas season.

Jordan, Ontario is a small village located just under 2 hours from Toronto in the Twenty Valley. According to the website, the downtown is "transformed with charming holiday decor" for the Christmas in the Village event, taking place from November 22 to December 31, 2024.

There are a variety of activities and attractions to enjoy throughout the season. On November 22, you can head to The Christmas Village Lighting Ceremony featuring endless sparkling lights and Santa Claus himself.

On the same night, you can head to the Starlight Market, which is lit entirely by holiday lights and is brimming with food, crafts, activities and even a Polar Express train.

Other festive attractions include the Niagara Benchlands Sip & Sparkle, Breakfast with Santa, Ugly Sweater Christmas Party and a Christmas Cocktail Making Class.

Some events require an RSVP, so be sure to plan ahead.

While you're in the area, you can visit some of the quaint local boutiques and get some holiday shopping done.

Soak up some major Hallmark vibes at this magical small town.

Jordan Village Website

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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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