The holiday season is just around the corner, and a historic 19th-century village in Eastern Ontario will be lighting up with over a million twinkling lights next month, making for the perfect Christmas town getaway.
Located roughly a 4 hour drive from Toronto, the Alight at Night Festival in Morrisburg’s Upper Canada Village is coming back for select nights from November 27, 2026 – January 2, 2027, featuring a picture-perfect celebration filled with family-friendly activities, glowing photo ops, and festive entertainment.
From scenic strolls along glowing heritage streetscapes to festive bites at spots like Willard’s Hotel and BeaverTails, you’ll get to wander through countless illuminated attractions, sing along to old-fashioned carols at Christ Church, and catch a synchronized musical light show at Crysler Hall.
Hop aboard a miniature toy train for a festive family ride, book a cozy horse-drawn carriage excursion through the snow, or head over to the Toy Factory to meet a Victorian Saint Nick for holiday photos. Guests can also warm up with a hot drink at the Frosty Fun Zone or pick up fresh village-made bread and artisan crafts at the Village Store.
General adult admission (ages 25 to 64) is priced at $18 plus HST, while tickets run $17 for seniors, $16 for students, and $15 for youth ages 5 to 12. Children aged four and under can enter for free. Tickets must be purchased online in advance with designated entry time slots, so make sure to snag yours early before your preferred dates sell out.
The Alight at Night Festival will take place on select dates from Friday, November 27, 2026 to Saturday, January 2, 2027, running from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Upper Canada Village in Morrisburg.
You can find out more details and reserve your tickets on their website.
