Christmas Lights in York Region 2026
Light shows, town tours and displays to visit, from Vaughan to Aurora.
Last reviewed October 30, 2026 by the York Happening editorial team.
This page puts York Region's public light displays and town tours in one place. We confirm each listing on the organizer's own page and link you there for the details.
Browse events by city: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King Township, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Stouffville, Vaughan.
Find Christmas Lights Near You
Select a town or a point on the map to see what is on there.
Magical Christmas Forest
Light trailVaughan · November 27 to December 23, 2026 · 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sundays 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
A forest trail with lights and wagon rides. Buy tickets in advance.
Official detailsWinterFest at Canada's Wonderland
Theme parkVaughan · Select nights, November 21, 2026 to January 3, 2027
Millions of lights, family activities and live entertainment at the park. Tickets required.
Official detailsDeck the Halls Tour
Home tourAurora · December 6 to 23, 2026 · 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
A town tour of decorated homes and businesses. The town publishes the tour map in December.
Official detailsChristmas Lights in York Region: FAQ
Where can I see Christmas lights in York Region?
Magical Christmas Forest lights the Kortright Centre trails in Vaughan, WinterFest brings millions of lights to Canada's Wonderland, and Aurora's Deck the Halls Tour takes you past decorated homes and businesses.
When does the Aurora Deck the Halls Tour run?
The tour runs from December 6 to 23, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Town of Aurora publishes the tour map in December.
Why are there no house addresses on this page?
We show home tours by neighbourhood. Each tour organizer lists its own homes on its own page.
Do I need tickets to see the lights?
Magical Christmas Forest needs advance tickets: $39.60 for adults and seniors and $32.75 for children, with free entry for age 1 and under. WinterFest also needs tickets.
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