Illustration of a snowy holiday village square with a lit tree, small felt figures in scarves, a snowman and string lights (A Merry & Bright Christmas Tour)
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A Merry & Bright Christmas Tour

Guests explore the 1829 Georgian home and its 10-acre Victorian gardens decorated with an exquisite nativity scene, a radiant Christmas angel, and ice-capped ponds. Inside, visitors can admire a 13-foot Christmas tree by the grand staircase, listen to live piano and chamber music, and meet characters including Santa, the Grinch, and the Snow Queen. The experience also includes sipping sparkling wine or hot apple cider by crackling fires and shopping for holiday decor at an on-site Christmas market.

Dec 4 – Dec 5, 2026

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Tickets

Separate Merry & Bright ticket: adults $65; children ages 0–12 free (children's tickets must be registered). It does not include the General Tour ticket with 6 homes. Combined General and Merry & Bright Tour ticket: $104. Eventbrite fees apply.

Hours

1-hour sessions: 4:30 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:30 pm, and 7:30 pm.

Food & Drink

Guests can enjoy a glass of Peller Estates sparkling wine indoors, plus hot apple cider and a gingerbread cookie by outdoor fires.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and holiday-music lovers

Vibe

Festive and enchanting

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Choose a specific date and session when booking because each McArthur ticket is valid only for that selection.
  • Register tickets for children ages 0–12, even though their admission is free.
  • Book promptly because tickets are limited and the tour uses timed sessions.
  • Choose the combined ticket if you also want to take the separate General Tour of six homes.
  • Wear layers for the indoor and outdoor route through the home and gardens.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Children ages 0–12 enter free; children's tickets must be registered.
  • A Christmas Market is a new addition this year.
  • A combined General and Merry & Bright Tour ticket is available.
  • Children receive holiday gift bags.
  • Santa, the Grinch and the Snow Queen greet guests.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Merry & Bright ticket include?

It covers the McArthur Estate tour; it does not include the separate General Tour of six homes.

What can visitors see and do on the tour?

Explore the decorated home and gardens, see holiday displays, meet Santa, the Grinch and the Snow Queen, enjoy live music, and browse the Christmas Market.

Is there food or drink during the tour?

Guests can have sparkling wine or hot apple cider and a gingerbread cookie, and warm themselves by crackling fires.

Do children need their own tickets?

Children ages 0–12 enter free, but their tickets must be registered.

Can I combine this visit with the General Tour?

A combined General and Merry & Bright Tour ticket is offered separately.

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