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❄️ Polar Winter Fest! ❄️

A walk through winter wonderland at the CNE!

By Jessica Dennie December 1, 2021

Yesterday we had the opportunity to check out The Polar Winter Festival at Bandshell Park downtown Toronto!

The event brought together top vendors, food trucks and rides to turn this area of the CNE into a picturesque Winter Wonderland!



SANTA SELFIE EXPERIENCE

And of course, Santa Claus is coming to town! A holiday market wouldn’t be complete without the guest of honour. Capture your kids’ joy of meeting jolly, old Saint Nick while also staying safe at our Santa Selfie Experience. The Bandshell stage is transformed into Santa’s living room filled with incredible holiday decorations. Meet Santa and snap a photo in Canada’s biggest photo opp!

A photo with Santa is $12.99



IMMERSIVE WALK-THROUGH EXPERIENCE

Toronto’s Bandshell Park will be transformed into the winter wonderland of your dreams. Explore the magic of the holiday season with a self-guided tour of our festival grounds. From giant teddy bears at Santa’s Toy Shop to tunnels of starry lights at the Polar Ice Tunnel, there are tons of photo opportunities that will take your breath away.



Guests are welcome to experience the entire park at their own pace, while maintaining physical distancing of course! Take your time and enjoy the magical sights and sounds of Polar Winter Festival! You are free to explore at your own pace with no set exit time.





Cocktails Under The Stars: Hotel X Toronto presents X-Lounge brought to you by Harlo and Honeycomb Hospitality, with festive cocktails and roaring fire pits to keep you cozy. Snuggle up by the fire and enjoy some delicious holiday cocktails at the X Lounge. 


Whether you’re looking for date night plans or somewhere to enjoy the holiday spirit with friends and family, our outdoor seating area is open until 11 pm and will keep you warm and toasty this holiday season.
Hungry? Don't worry we got you covered. Mustache Burger, BeaverTails and more will serve-up a feast of Holiday eats!


Our favourite was KONO CONE! Perfect, easy to eat meal for a cold night! 👇





As the very first walkthrough holiday winter festival since the start of the pandemic, you won’t want to miss it! 

Open Wednesdays to Sundays 5pm – 11pm from November 25, 2021 – December 26, 2021

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