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Winter Glow: Family Weekend


Friday, December 13 to Sunday, December 15
Friday | 4PM to 10 PM
Weekend | 12 PM to 10 PM

Bring the whole family to Winter Glow’s Family Weekend for a magical holiday experience! Enjoy special family-friendly activities, live performances, and other surprises. Families will enjoy discounted rides, games, food, and beverages. Create lasting memories together among the dazzling lights, carnival rides, and delicious treats.

Family Weekend is sponsored by BMO Eaton Centre Branch and The Thornton-Smith Corporation.

For more information, please visit sankofasquare.ca/winterglow

WEEKEND SCHEDULE

  • 4pm: Winter Glow opens, including:

    • Rides, games, and snacks available to purchase

    • BMO Eaton Centre Branch hosted games and prizes

    • Chevrolet Silverado and GM EV Experience

    • Mr. Beast hosted experience

    • Cirque du Soleil Pop-up with opportunities to win tickets to see their show Twas the Night Before

    • OHYO FUN claw machines, each filled with tons of unique and exciting gifts waiting to be won

    4pm to 9pm: Jack Frost busker

    10pm: Winter Glow closes

  • 12pm: Winter Glow opens, including:

    • Rides, games, and snacks available to purchase

    • BMO Eaton Centre Branch hosted games and prizes

    • Chevrolet Silverado and GM EV Experience

    • Cirque du Soleil Pop-up with opportunities to win tickets to see their show Twas the Night Before

    • OHYO FUN claw machines, each filled with tons of unique and exciting gifts waiting to be won

    12pm to 2pm: Free Ride Happy Hour for Kids 12 and Under! Courtesy of Downtown Yonge BIA

    12pm to 5pm: Santa Claus

    12pm to 3pm: Jingle Jolly Carolers

    2pm to 7pm: Winter King busker

    10pm: Winter Glow closes

  • 12pm: Winter Glow opens, including:

    • Rides, games, and snacks available to purchase

    • BMO Eaton Centre Branch hosted games and prizes

    • Chevrolet Silverado and GM EV Experience

    • Cirque du Soleil Pop-up with opportunities to win tickets to see their show Twas the Night Before

    • OHYO FUN claw machines, each filled with tons of unique and exciting gifts waiting to be won

    12pm to 2pm: Free Ride Happy Hour for Kids 12 and Under! Courtesy of Downtown Yonge BIA

    12pm to 5pm: Santa Claus

    1pm to 6pm: Jack Frost busker

    5pm to 8pm: Jingle Jolly Carolers

    10pm: Winter Glow closes

Due to the nature of events, live performances, and weather conditions, this schedule is subject to change.

FAMILY WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS

Santa Claus
Santa Claus will be at Winter Glow Saturday and Sunday between 12pm and 5 pm. Bring your cameras for photos!

Carnival Rides, Games, and Treats
Rides, mini donuts, hot chocolate, midway games, PLUS FOR FAMILY WEEKEND ONLY, try out one of the OHYO FUN claw machines, each filled with tons of unique and exciting gifts waiting to be won.

Free Ride Happy Hour for Kids 12 and Under!
Kids 12 years old and under can enjoy free rides on Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15 from 12pm to 2pm. Free Ride Happy Hour is courtesy of the Downtown Yonge BIA.

Music & Entertainment 
Streaming holiday hits thanks to music provided by Chevrolet Silverado EV partner SiriusXM. Plus:

  • Buskers (Jack Frost - Fri & Sun, Winter King - Sat)

  • Jingle Jolly Carolers

Brand Hosted Experiences & Giveaways
During Winter Glow Family Weekend, there will be a number of brand-hosted experiences and pop-ups to add to the festive fun, including:

  • BMO Eaton Centre Branch family games and prizes;

  • Mr. Beast experience (Friday only)

  • Cirque du Soleil pop-up with opportunities to win tickets to see their show Twas the Night Before; and,

  • Chevrolet Silverado and GM EV Experience (for the parents) to explore the vehicles on site including branded EV-themed giveaways and more.

The Rotary Club of Toronto Tree of Remembrance
Donate and write a message to a loved one on a yellow ribbon that will be attached to the tree. This fundraising initiative supports local charities through The Rotary Club of Toronto and its Foundation.

Photo Ops
Capture glowing family photo memories whether on a carnival ride, with Santa Claus, or in front of a giant tree! Make sure to tag us on your socials with #SankofaSquare and #WinterGlowTO.