This holiday season, experience the charm of downtown Thornbury. Pop into cozy coffee shops, find the perfect gifts in local boutiques, meet friends for a memorable dinner, and be enchanted by the magical winter lights. Everyone’s favourite event, Olde Fashioned Christmas, is celebrating its 50th anniversary on Saturday, December 12, with late-night shopping, a visit from Santa, a good old-fashioned game of road hockey, a DJ and dance party on the street, live music, and family-friendly activities. You won’t want to miss the holiday joy in Thornbury!
Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026
Time: 4-8 p.m.
Location: Downtown Thornbury
4 – 6 p.m. –Olde Fashioned Christmas Block Party at Town Hall, including the Thornbury BIA Community Market, live music by Amber May, the annual tree lighting ceremony, complimentary hot chocolate and more!
5:30 p.m. – Annual tree lighting ceremony outside Town Hall
5 – 8 p.m. – Visit with Santa, horse-drawn wagon rides, DJ and dance party on the street, maple taffy, live circus performers, festive carolers and music, fire truck demo, a good old-fashioned game of road hockey, late-night shopping and more on Bruce Street! Plus the debut of a special anniversary song around the fire pit with Lyle Oliver!