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7 Illuminated Walks Near Toronto That Will Take You Through A Glowing Dreamland This Season

You can see so many sparkling lights! ✨

Lead Writer, Travel

These dazzling trails around Toronto will make your next walk magical. You can explore illuminated forests and futuristic wonderlands filled with sparkling lights.

Whether you're looking for festive cheer or just want a unique experience, these trails will add some enchantment to your next stroll.

Fairway of Lights

Price: $25+ per adult

When: November 20, 2021, to January 30, 2022

Address: 10080 Kennedy Rd., Gormley, ON

Why You Need To Go: This twinkling new trail will take you through an illuminated forest beneath the stars. Along the way, you'll see light displays and exclusive installations.

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Holiday Nights of Lights

Price: $16.99 per adult

When: November 26, 2021, to January 2, 2022

Address: 80 Interchange Way, Vaughan, ON

Why You Need To Go: This season, Holiday Nights of Lights is returning as a walking trail, and you can wander through tunnels and more. There will also be a Christmas market complete with mulled wine and a Ferris wheel.

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Terra Lumina

Price: $29.99 per adult, $14 parking

Address: 2000 Meadowvale Rd., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: This glowing walk at the Toronto Zoo will transport you to the future. You'll discover luminous projections, interactive displays and more.

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Holiday Magic At Blue Mountain Village

Price: Free

When: November 19, 2021, to January 2, 2022

Address: 156 Jozo Weider Blvd., The Blue Mountains, ON

Why You Need To Go: This enchanting Christmas town is worth a visit during the holidays. You can enjoy garland-filled streets as well as an illuminated walk with lots of magical displays.

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Winter Festival of Lights

Price: Free

When: November 13, 2021 - February 21, 2022

Address: Niagara Falls, ON

Why You Need To Go: Boasting 3 million lights, this spectacular festival in Niagara has endless installations to explore.

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Christmas at Casa Loma

Price: $30+ per adult

When: November 25 to December 30, 2021

Address: 1 Austin Terr., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Casa Loma is transforming into an enchanted Christmas palace, and you can take a trip along an illuminated trail that winds through the gardens and tunnels.

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Winter Wonders

Price: $19.50 per adult

When: November 24, 2021, to January 9, 2022

Address: 680 Plains Rd. W., Burlington, ON

Why You Need To Go: Hendrie Park at the Royal Botanical Gardens is turning into a sparkling wonderland this season. You can wander along glowing paths and discover seven enchanting displays.

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Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

  • 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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