TRCA Holiday and Christmas Programs and Events
November 17, 2022
Every year, TRCA creates unique experiences for families and communities to come together and celebrate the holidays together. Whether at Black Creek Pioneer Village, the Kortright Centre for Conservation, Albion Hills Conservation Area or Claremont Nature Centre, the diverse range of experiences and opportunities to get outside and take part in fun family activities is a hallmark of December programming at TRCA. With this in mind, we wanted to share the opportunities below for you and your families.
TRCA staff are eligible for a 15% discount on these programs. To receive this discount, please use the discount code provided below upon registering online or contact Visitor Services at (416) 667-6295 ext. 2, or vservices@trca.ca. All events require pre-registration.
Kortright Centre for Conservation
Magical Christmas Forest
Escape into the Magical Christmas Forest at the Kortright Centre! This self-guided experience includes a winter wonderland filled with lights, displays, a horse drawn wagon ride through the forest, Santa in his cabin, festive music, bonfires, children’s activities and hot chocolate for the whole family!
This is an outdoor event so dress for the weather. There are a limited number of discounted tickets available for this event.
Event Date: December 7, 5:00pm-9:00pm
Staff Discount code: XMAS15
https://trca.checkfront.com/reserve/?filter_item_id=2535
Albion Hills Conservation Area
The Forgetful Elf
Board the Christmas wagon or take a short nature-inspired hike along our Christmas Trail to the Festive Forest and join Letha the Forgetful Elf on a tour of the North Pole! Have fun with interactive outdoor stations, get green Christmas ideas – and of course, enjoy a visit with Santa and don’t forget to bring your letter to drop off at the North Pole Postal Service!
While on your magical tour, stop by the local Christmas market to pick up some beautiful Christmas gifts while supporting local businesses. A full list of vendors will be provided closer to the event.
Dates: December 2, 3, 9 and 10, 2022
Choose an entrance time slot between 5:00 and 8:00 p.m.
Staff Discount code: ELF15
https://trca.ca/holiday-events/forgetful-elf/
Black Creek Pioneer Village
Santa at the Village
Santa Claus is coming to town! Jingle all the way to the Village and take part in a day of festive fun and joy. Try your hand at toy making and test your skills at our Reindeer Carnival Games. Sip hot cocoa while enjoying cheerful fireside stories and then experience a wintery puppet show. Be sure to snap an “elfie” or two while visiting the jolly old man himself. He’s ho-ho-hoping to welcome you this December to the Village!
Event Dates: December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, & 18. Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
https://blackcreek.ca/christmas-at-the-village/#santa
Staff Discount code: FESTIVE15
Claremont Nature Centre
Wreath Making Workshop
Make your own seasonal wreath just in time to welcome December! Listen to festive music, sip hot chocolate and enjoy a hands-on workshop to create a fresh, fragrant wreath. Local foliage, seasonal embellishments, ribbon, and natural grapevine for the base will be provided, along with light refreshments. This event is appropriate for ages 10 and up.
Event Date: December 3
Times: 2 timeslots are available; 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Staff Discount code: WREATH15
Elf School
Elf School has come to Claremont! Join us to discover the magic of the forest and see how we can be little helpers to nature this winter season. Explore while learning about being a friend to the forest, get cozy while making a take-home craft, and celebrate with a snack around the campfire before heading home from this magical day!
Event Date: December 3
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Only a few spots left, please contact Visitor Services for availability and staff discount
TRCA staff also receive a 20% discount at the gift shops at Black Creek Pioneer Village and the Kortright Centre for Conservation. Hours vary, so please visit the Black Creek or Kortright websites for open times, or contact Visitor Services or program staff for more information.
All the best,
Darryl
Darryl Gray (he/him)
Director, Education and Training