Experience More Magic Than Ever Before at RBG’s Winter Wonders!

BURLINGTON, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Experience even more magic this year at Royal Botanical Gardens’ Winter Wonders! Dazzling lights, enchanting installations, and an all-new outdoor artisan market transform Hendrie Park into a winter wonderland, Thursday to Sunday evenings from November 27^th, 2025, to January 4^th, 2026 (some exceptions apply*).

Bundle up for a stroll through RBG’s lighted winter landscape accompanied by festive music, cozy fire pits, hot drinks, and holiday treats. Engage with new interactive installations by Canadian artists that invite you to touch, explore, and play, adding a hands-on element where you create the magic! And for the first time, browse an outdoor market of craft vendors offering unique, handmade gifts perfect for the season.

A warm retreat awaits indoors at RBG Centre! Enjoy live music, marvel at seasonal décor and vibrant plant displays in the Mediterranean Garden and Breezeway, explore the beloved Botanical Train display featuring model trains amongst famous Canadian landmarks from coast to coast, and discover even more seasonal finds in the RBG Gift Shop. Winter Wonders offers a full celebration of the sights, sounds, and spirit of the season!

“Winter Wonders is a shining example of what makes the Royal Botanical Gardens a magical destination during the holidays,” said Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. “Visitors of all ages can embrace cherished traditions and create new memories in a joyful winter setting that captures the warmth and spirit of the season. Unique experiences like this reinforce Ontario’s well-deserved reputation for being a sought-after year-round destination.”

Visit rbg.ca to learn more about seasonal daytime offerings, such as festive décor, the Botanical Train display, the RBG Express ride on train, gift shop, and more.

Tickets are available NOW at rbg.ca/winterwonders
Timed tickets are required for the event and space is limited. Winter Wonders event tickets grant access to RBG Centre and Hendrie Park for the date and time on your ticket. Access to RBG Centre’s seasonal displays, indoor Mediterranean Garden, Breezeway, and the botanical train exhibit are included.

About Royal Botanical Gardens
Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) is the not-for-profit caretaker of 2137 acres of land and ecosystems surrounded by Canada’s largest urban environment. It is an educator and experience creator delivering cultural, artistic and culinary experiences throughout its diverse network of gardens and natural spaces.

For more information about Royal Botanical Gardens, please visit https://www.rbg.ca/