Casa Loma Is Transforming Into A Fairytale Palace With 'Dragon-Infested Tunnels'

You can travel underground to the Dragon's Den. 🐉

Casa Loma in Toronto. Right: Dragon surrounded by eggs.

Casa Loma in Toronto. Right: Dragon surrounded by eggs.

Lead Writer, Travel

You'll be taken back in time at this fantastical event happening in Toronto this season. Casa Loma is transforming into a fairytale castle complete with giant dragons, medieval concerts, and more.

The Toronto landmark is bringing back its Imagine Dragons event from March 11 to 19, 2023. The immersive, theatrical experience will whisk you back to the Bygone Era where you can journey to a dragon's lair and meet knights.

This year, the castle has partnered with Paramount Pictures to celebrate the upcoming film Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves which premieres March 31 and you can expect some prize giveaways and contesting opportunities.

"One of our most beloved immersive experiences at the castle, Imagine Dragons will transport visitors back to another magical place and time," Nick Di Donato, CEO of Liberty Group said in a press release.

"We’re excited to be partnering with Paramount in advance of their film launch to offer an ideal family adventure for March Break, we fully expect another sell-out for one of the most exciting and imaginative experiential events staged in our city."

There will be several interactive performances taking place at the castle including some "sword action" in the Conservatory and a chance to learn some swordsmanship yourself.

You can take a trip along the 800-foot underground tunnel where you'll come face-to-face with dragons. At the end of the adventure, you'll be able to meet "the beast" in the Dragon's Den.

Other highlights of the event include medieval music concerts, an aerialist, immersive photo experiences, activations, and more.

Put on your finest armour and get ready to travel through "dragon-infested tunnels" at this magical experience.

Imagine Dragons

Price: $40 per person

When: March 11 to 19, 2023

Address: 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Visit an enchanting castle full of dragons at this March Break event.

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Editor's Note: This article has been updated.

  • 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.