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Toronto Christmas Market 2016 - Rediscover the magic and romance of the holidays

Rediscover the magic and romance of the holidays at the Toronto Christmas Market - The Toronto Christmas Market, one of the world’s best Christmas markets, returns to the Distillery Historic District, November 18 to December 22, to bring the spirit of the season to life. Now in its seventh year, the Toronto Christmas Market has quickly become the city’s favourite holiday tradition and was ranked among the best Christmas markets in the world by Fodor’s Travel, USA Today and Mashable, among others. Guests are invited to rediscover the magic and romance of Christmas by taking in stunning light canopies, enjoying unique shopping experiences, traditional music and dance performances, and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Foodies will also have the opportunity to taste traditional European street-style food and delicacies and Canadian homemade treats. Admission is free Tuesday to Friday, and $6 (tax included) starting at 5 p.m. on Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday. Tickets can be purchased in advance online at www.torontochristmasmarket.com. DATES: November 18 to December 22, 2016 Event opens with a special Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 18, beginning at 6 p.m. TIME: Tuesday to Thursday, Noon to 9 p.m. Friday, Noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Closed Mondays While the Toronto Christmas Market is closed Mondays, the shops and restaurants of the Distillery Historic District are open seven days a week ADMISSION: Tuesday to Friday, Free Friday (as of 5 p.m.), Saturday and Sunday, $6 (tax included) PLACE: The Distillery Historic District 55 Mill Street, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4 For more info, visit www.torontochristmasmarket.com and ‘Like’ on Facebook at www.facebook.com/toxmasmkt; follow on Twitter and Instagram @TOXmasMkt, hashtag for the event is #TCM16. 55 Mill Street