Winter Wonders – SOLD OUT!

Pre-purchase your general admission tickets online or purchase at the door. Online tickets can be used prior to December 16.

Timed entry tickets for December 16 and onward will be available to members and customers online, beginning December 10.

Winter Wonders is included in your RBG Membership. Become a member for unlimited visits to the garden all year long!

As a registered charity, donations make it possible for us to create unique nature experiences like Winter Wonders for our members and visitors. Please consider adding a $5 donation to your experience. Donations can be made at the door, while purchasing General Admission tickets, or through our online donations portal.

Dates prior to December 16:

• Winter Wonders is available from 5 to 10 p.m. on the dates listed above.
• RBG Centre / Hendrie Park will be closed between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. as our teams prepare for Winter Wonders. Visitors may wait for entry outside RBG Centre during this time.
• As the walk takes approximately 1 hour, the final entry time will be at 9 p.m.
• Due to interest in this event and COVID-19 safety procedures, there will likely be a line upon arrival, especially for those looking to join us closer to 5 or 6 p.m. Please consider visiting on a weekday, or arriving later in the evening.

Dates December 16 and onward:

• Arrive in the time period and on the date specified on your tickets
• The walk takes approximately 1 hour

Purchasing General Admission tickets gives you access to Winter Wonders after 5 p.m. on the dates available. Food, drink, and purchases at Shop @ the Gardens are available for additional costs.

General Admission also provides access to RBG’s other spaces from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (for the same day).

• Indoor Mediterranean Garden & Seasonal Displays at RBG Centre
• The historic Rock Garden
• A parking pass for use at RBG Trailheads (available at the RBG Centre kiosk upon request)

Additional activities may be available for an additional cost. See the full calendar to learn more about what’s happening during your visit.

Light snacks will be available for purchase from the Turner Pavilion located ¼ into the light display. This is a licensed event; some alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase for those age 19+. A valid I.D. is required for beverage purchase. 

Outside food and alcohol will not be permitted

Washroom facilities are available at the start of the route (lower level of the Atrium at RBG Centre) and approximately half-way through (smaller facility at the Turner Pavilion Teahouse). Please note masks are required for use of all indoor spaces.

This event is held in Hendrie Park – please enter through RBG Centre at 680 Plains Road W. Burlington Ontario. Parking is included, available in the large lot at RBG Centre. Additional parking is available the small Cherry Hill Gate parking lot (across the street), though this will require crossing the street and a short walk to RBG Centre for entry.

This garden is located along bus routes for Burlington Transit, with stops a short distance from the entrance. See rbg.ca/directions for more details.

Royal Botanical Gardens’ (RBG) is making every effort to help ensure your visit is enjoyable and, above all, safe. 

Following the advice of public health authorities, masks are required to access the indoor spaces (entry to the garden, teahouse, washrooms, etc.), and while standing in any lineup (either indoors or outdoors). We also ask that you wear a mask or face covering during the outdoor portion of this experience if possible. Please observe all markers and one-way indicators upon arrival and stick with your group for the duration of the event, following physical distancing guidelines. 

Unfortunately due to COVID-19, RBG’s Santa experiences are on hold for 2020. He’ll be staying safe at the North Pole!

As part of our commitment and shared responsibility for the health and safety of our guests, staff and volunteers, we ask that event attendees perform a self assessment to help reduce the spread of COVID – 19 prior to entering the event. Should you feel ill please stay home and contact your health care provider. Your tickets can be transferred to other family members or friends (no transfer fee required) or you can attend on another day of your choosing. 

Ontario COVID-19 Self-Assessment

With the exception of service animals, personal dogs/cats/animals are not permitted during the evening portion of Winter Wonders.

Pets are welcome in RBG’s outdoor spaces between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. so long as they remain leashed, and cleaned up after.

The one-way, 1.5 km route for this display takes visitors along wide, paved or gravel pathways, with one short stretch over grass. If accessing with a wheelchair / walker / stroller, and outdoor model is suggested. Some benches will be available for those who require them.

Accessible parking spaces are available outside RBG Centre. Visitors access the garden through RBG Centre, descending through the Atrium via stairs or an elevator.

If you have any further questions about accessibility at this event please contact us by phone (905-527-1158) or use the form at rbg.ca/contact-events.