Holiday Season at The Village

Experience the Magic of the Holidays
at The Village at Black Creek!

visitors explore The Village at Black Creek by lamplight during the Festive Nights holiday celebration

HOLIDAY EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES

 

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SANTA AT THE VILLAGE

Spend a fun-filled festive time with Santa and his helpers at The Village at Black Creek!

handmade tin holiday decorations on display at The Village at Black Creek
a history actor in 19th century clothing offers up a selection of traditional Victorian holiday treats at The Village at Black Creek
Santa Claus welcomes a young visitor to his workshop at The Village at Black Creek

Step into a winter wonderland filled with holiday cheer. Become one of Santa’s helpers and try your hand at old-fashioned toy making. Learn the secrets of holiday magic at the School for Elves, and craft playful holiday decorations.

Sip hot cocoa and sample sweet treats as you enjoy festival tales, and create a traditional Christmas card to spread the spirit of the season.

Can’t wait to meet St. Nick? Check out our VIP Visit with Santa option!

Event Information

Dates:
December 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, and 23, 2024

Hours:
12:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Price:
General/non-members
Adult: $24.20 + HST
Senior/ Student: $22.00 + HST
Child (3 to 14): $19.80 + HST

Members
FREE ADMISSION

Registration

General/non-members BOOK NOW
Members BOOK NOW
NOTE FOR GENERAL/NON-MEMBERS: Save time at check-in with prepaid parking. When buying your tickets, just select Black Creek Parking: Visitor to add parking for $8.20 + HST.

 

SPECIAL: VIP Visit with Santa

Santa Claus welcomes visitors to his workshop at The Village at Black Creek

Can’t wait to meet St. Nick? Book a VIP Visit with Santa and get an exclusive time slot before The Village opens!

Includes admission to the entire Santa at The Village event on the day of your booking.

Dates:
December 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, and 23, 2024

Hours:
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Price: (Up to five people) $138.26 + HST*

BOOK YOUR VIP VISIT WITH SANTA

*MEMBERS: Contact vservices@trca.ca to receive a 10% discount.

 

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FESTIVE NIGHTS AT THE VILLAGE

Experience all the joys of the season on a moonlit adventure at The Village at Black Creek.

a handmade holiday decoration adorns a Christmas tree at The Village at Black Creek
a table laden with traditional Victorian festive season treats
visitors explore The Village at Black Creek by lamplight during the Festive Nights holiday celebration

Step into a holiday wonderland and enjoy the sights and sounds of a classic Victorian Christmas.

Enjoy live entertainment as you sample traditional holiday treats, from roasted chestnuts to gingerbread cookies.

visitors explore The Village at Black Creek by lamplight during the Festive Nights holiday celebration
visitors to The Village at Black Creek take part in a traditional Victorian dance during the Festive Nights at The Village event
visitors explore The Village at Black Creek by lamplight during the Festive Nights holiday celebration

Immerse yourself in a winter’s tale told by a professional storyteller, and take part in whimsical country dance.

Discover time-honoured seasonal traditions – and start some new ones of your own!

Interested in a holiday dinner as well? Check out our Festive Nights + Dinner option!

Event Information

Dates:
Saturday, December 7, 14, and 21, 2024

Hours:
6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Price:
General/non-members
Adult (15+): $32.75 + HST
Youth (3 to 14): $27.75 + HST

Members
Adult (15+): $29.40 + HST
Youth (3 to 14): $25.00 + HST

Registration

General/non-members BOOK NOW
Members BOOK NOW
NOTE FOR GENERAL/NON-MEMBERS: Save time at check-in with prepaid parking. When buying your tickets, just select Black Creek Parking: Visitor to add parking for $8.20 + HST.

 

SPECIAL: Festive Nights + Dinner

Make it truly a Festive Night: add on a delicious holiday dinner with all trimmings before venturing out into The Village to experience the magic.

a traditional holiday dinner at The Village at Black Creek

Dinner will include a private table, a festive welcome cocktail, and wine with your meal! The perfect way to enjoy the holidays with family and friends.

Please note that the dinner is buffet-style.

Download the Dinner Menu

Event Information

Dates:
December 14 and 21, 2024

Time:
Dinner seating is at 6:00 p.m. Explore The Village afterwards until 9:00 p.m.

Price:
General/non-members
Adult (15+): $112.00 + HST
Youth (3 to 14): $69.00 + HST

Members
Adult (15+): $100.00 + HST
Youth (3 to 14): $60.00 + HST

Registration

General/non-members BOOK NOW
Members BOOK NOW
NOTE FOR GENERAL/NON-MEMBERS: Save time at check-in with prepaid parking. When buying your tickets, just select Black Creek Parking: Visitor to add parking for $8.20 + HST.

 

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WEEKDAY TOURS

Escape to The Village and take a deep dive into the past!

Curious about what it was really like to live in southern Ontario in the 1800s? On fall weekdays, join a costumed historian for a series of themed tours and experiences, each focused on a different aspect of real life.

visitors learn about 19th century holiday traditions from a costumed educator during a weekday tour of The Village at Black Creek

Weekday Tours are included in your General Admission fee. Please note that a limited number of costumed historians will be on site.

Tours and experiences may include:

  • Meet the Trades
  • In Her Shoes: Gender and Society
  • Cures & Quacks
  • Green Living

Tours begin at the following times:

  • 11:15 a.m.
  • 12:30 p.m.
  • 2:00 p.m.
  • 3:00 p.m.

BOOK YOUR WEEKDAY VISIT

 

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FIRST SATURDAYS: Celebrating Local Artists

Visit with Indigenous and other equity-deserving artists at The Village on the first Saturday of the month. Through their work, these artists ask us to consider history from their perspective. Included in your General Admission fee.

This Month: Jewish Storytelling with Eden Nameri
As Hanukkah approaches, storytellers illuminate Jewish history, traditions, and celebrations. LEARN MORE.

storyteller Eden Nameri

Event Information

Date:
Saturday, December 7, 2024

Hours:
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

GET ADMISSION TO THE VILLAGE

 

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A CHRISTMAS JOURNEY

The traditions and celebrations of different cultures make for a very special Christmas visit in this workshop for home schoolers and learning pods!

a display of traditional Victorian festive season treats

Engage in a variety of unique activities as you travel throughout The Village.

Games, stories, and crafts allow participants to learn about the origins of their favorite holiday traditions!

Event Information

Date:
Thursday, December 19, 2024

Hours:
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Price:
$18.70

REGISTER NOW FOR THIS WORKSHOP