Christmas Lights in Vaughan 2026

Both of Vaughan's main displays charge admission, and they are very different nights out. One is a forest trail with a horse-drawn wagon at the Kortright Centre. The other is a theme park with millions of lights.

Last reviewed November 1, 2026 by the York Happening editorial team.

2026 details

Date
Friday, November 27 to Wednesday, December 23, 2026
Location
Kortright Centre for Conservation
Address
9550 Pine Valley Drive, Woodbridge
Organizer
Kortright Centre for Conservation
Parking
Free on site.

Organizer details (checked November 1, 2026)

Magical Christmas Forest

The trail opens on 20 nights: November 27 to 29, December 3 to 6, December 9 to 13, and December 16 to 23, 2026. Hours are 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Saturday, and 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday.

Tickets are $39.60 for adults and seniors and $32.75 for children. Age 1 and under is free. The wagon ride is included, and parking is free.

WinterFest at Canada's Wonderland

WinterFest runs on select nights from November 21, 2026 to January 3, 2027. The park lists live entertainment, holiday food and some rides, and it posts nightly hours on its calendar. Tickets are required.

Upcoming events

From the York Happening events calendar, updated daily.

FRI 27
Community Vaughan

Magical Christmas Forest

Kortright Centre for Conservation · 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

$32.75 - $39.60 + HST
SAT 28
Community Vaughan

Magical Christmas Forest

Kortright Centre for Conservation · 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

$32.75 - $39.60 + HST

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is Magical Christmas Forest in 2026?

Tickets are $39.60 for adults and seniors and $32.75 for children. Age 1 and under is free.

Is WinterFest open every night?

No. It runs on select nights from November 21, 2026 to January 3, 2027. Check the park calendar.

Sources

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