Holiday Drive-Thru Events Around Toronto Are Closing Due To Lockdown Restrictions

Some places are hoping the government will reconsider closures.
Holiday Drive-Thru Events Around Toronto Are Closing Due To Lockdown Restrictions
Canadian Tire | Handout Madeline Forsyth | Narcity
Lead Writer, Travel

Ontario's upcoming lockdown restrictions are affecting more than just in-person events.

Some Toronto drive-thru attractions are shutting down due to the new regulations.

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Drive-thrus such as Gift Of Lights in Kitchener and Polar Drive in Toronto have announced that they are shutting down after December 25, though Gift Of Lights stated its closure is temporary.

Canadian Tire's Christmas Trail is shutting down for the remainder of the season according to the website.

The unique drive-thru escape room at Square One Mall announced that it too is closing after December 25.

Nights Of Lights informed Narcity that it is taking part in conversations with the government to reverse drive-thru closures.

"Our event like other drive-thru’s across the province is fully contactless and covid-safe, and we are hopeful this decision will be re-considered so that we can continue to safely spread joy and holiday cheer," Nights Of Lights said in an email.

Glow Niagara stated in an Instagram post that they are "investigating what the provincial closures may mean for Glow" and will keep the public updated on social media.

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  • Madeline Forsyth

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    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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