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Summary

This Toronto Christmas Festival Has A Dazzling Market & Winter 'Valley' With Mulled Wine

It will transform an entire block into a festive wonderland.

Lead Writer, Travel

It's the most wonderful time of the year! As the temperature drops and the promise of snow fills the air, the Toronto area is gearing up for a season filled with festive charm.

STACKT Market has announced the return of its annual Holiday Hills event, which will run from November 17 to December 31, 2023 this year.

The attraction will transform an entire downtown block into a festive wonderland filled with tons of things to do, including returning favourites and exciting new additions .

Boasting 100,000 square-feet of dazzling holiday magic, STACKT will offer an array of experiences including "immersive installations and activities, elevated food and drink zones, rotating small business holiday pop-ups and vendor markets, and a plethora of community-led events."

You can smooch under the glittering Disco Mistletoe, wander through a 120-foot immersive Tunnel of Lights, marvel at the 20-foot Holiday Tree and browse the marketplace for unique gifts from pop-ups and vendors.

The west section of the property is turning into a "winter wonderland" called The Valley which will feature festive food and beverage zones. You can cozy up at wood-burning bonfires and warming huts while sipping winter cocktails like mulled wine. You can also grab a boozy drink at the whimsical Speakeasy Whiskey Bar.

The Valley is home to four custom curling lanes where you can enjoy a game with friends.

Things are getting bubbly over at Community Lane, which will be home to the glimmering Fizz & Fire Patio. This magical 5,000 square-foot hangout spot is complete with a Champagne Bar, cozy huts with bonfires, and even gourmet s'mores.

Other things to look forward to include visits with Santa and events like trivia, movie nights, holiday workshops and more.

Get ready for endless Christmas cheer at this festival.

Holiday Hills at STACKT

Price: Free

When: November 17 to December 31, 2023

Address: 28 Bathurst St., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Step into a dazzling winter wonderland filled with boozy Christmas drinks, twinkling installations and more.

Holiday Hills 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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