What to know
- Toronto’s Winter Village returns to the Distillery District from Nov. 12 to Jan. 3, bringing several road closures during operating hours.
- Closures will affect sections of Front St. E., Mill St. and Trinity St., with additional closures planned from Dec. 14 to Jan. 3.
- Visitors are encouraged to take public transit, walk or cycle, as parking in the area will be limited due to construction.
- Tickets start at $16, with select dates offering free admission. The village will be closed on Christmas Day.
As the holiday season gets underway, drivers heading to Toronto’s Distillery District will have to navigate several road closures as the neighbourhood prepares for an influx of visitors to the annual Winter Village.
The Winter Village returns to the Distillery District from Nov. 12 to Jan. 3. To accommodate increased pedestrian traffic throughout the popular holiday attraction, the City of Toronto will implement several road closures during the event’s operating hours.
The following roads will be closed:
- Front St. E. (westbound lanes) between Cherry St. and Trinity St.
- Mill St. between Cherry St. and Parliament St.
- Trinity St. between Front St. E. and Mill St.
The weekly closure schedule will be as follows:
- Thursdays: 3 to 9 p.m.
- Fridays: 3 to 10 p.m.
- Saturdays: Noon to 10 p.m.
- Sundays: Noon to 9 p.m.
The city is also advising drivers and visitors that additional road closures will be in effect from Dec. 14 to Jan. 3.
Parking in the area will be limited due to ongoing construction and development, according to the city.
Visitors are encouraged to plan their trips in advance, consider taking public transit, cycling or walking where possible, and allow for additional travel time if driving.
For those planning a visit, the Distillery District is accessible by public transit and is a short walk from Union Station and the King and Queen streetcar lines. Visitors can also take the 504A King streetcar to Distillery Loop on Cherry St., located steps from the village.
The Winter Village has become a holiday staple for Toronto residents and visitors, transforming the neighbourhood into a festive destination with seasonal attractions, live performances, food and family-friendly activities.
This year’s festivities will officially kick off on Nov. 12 with the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, scheduled for 6 p.m.
Tickets for this year’s Winter Village are currently available, with general admission starting at $16. Select dates will also offer free admission throughout the day, giving visitors another opportunity to experience the holiday festivities.
The village will be closed on Christmas Day.
