Toronto’s Popular Winter Village Is Losing Its Holiday Lights To Support The Lockdown

It won't look the same this Christmas.
Lead Writer, Travel

A neighbourhood that's known for its glimmering lights is going dark this Christmas.

Toronto's Distillery District announced on Twitter today that it is shutting off its lights in support of the lockdown.

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Dec 24, 3 p.m. Lights are turning off

Both the lights of the grand Christmas Tree and canopies will be shut off.

They are set to remain off until the end of lockdown, which is scheduled for January 23, 2021.

The area is known for the annual Toronto Christmas Market, which was unable to take place this year due to safety regulations.

Instead, the Distillery District transformed into a dazzling winter village featuring lights and holiday cheer.

The event was scheduled to run throughout the winter season, but it will not be looking as bright after today.

  • 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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