Christmas at the Castle
Guests can explore Casa Loma resplendent with seasonal décor, including a 20-foot tree in the Great Hall and eight signature trees created by Canadian designers. Live entertainment features performances by the Jambo Brothers, Great Hall aerialists, choir shows, holiday vocalists, mimes, and roaming mascots. Children can visit Santa and his elves and send letters to the North Pole.
Dec 4, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Admission: $45 per person. Children 3 and under are free when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult. Optional same-date Holiday Lights upgrade, valid after 5:30pm: $25 December 4–19; $30 December 20–January 2.
Hours
9.30am – 5pm (last admission at 4.30pm); Santa: daily until December 24th, 10:30am – 4pm.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Choose your ticket date and time carefully, since admission is valid only for the slot printed on the ticket.
- If plans change, request an exchange for another program date; tickets are non-refundable and exchanges depend on availability.
- Add the Holiday Lights upgrade at checkout if you want the lower-garden displays; standard admission excludes them.
- Visit by December 24 if seeing Santa matters; he is scheduled daily from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Bring a toy for Casa Loma’s CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish drop-off if you’d like to contribute.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children 3 and under are free with a ticket-holding adult.
- Santa is at Christmas at the Castle daily through December 24.
- Holiday Lights has a separately sold VIP experience with admission for two, line bypass and food and beverage vouchers.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Christmas at the Castle suited to?
The event is described as fun for the whole family; children three and under are admitted free when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult.
Do I need a ticket for a specific entry slot?
Yes. Tickets are valid only for the date and time indicated on the ticket.
What performances and activities are included?
The castle features holiday décor and live performances, including Jambo Brothers, choir shows, holiday vocalists, an aerialist, mimes and mascots. Children can meet Santa and his elves and send letters to the North Pole.
Can I also see the Holiday Lights displays?
Access to the lower gardens for Holiday Lights is not included unless you add the optional same-date upgrade.
Can I change my ticket if my plans change?
Tickets are non-refundable, but may be exchanged for another date within the program dates, subject to availability.
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