Nathan Phillips Square is already a highlight in our city with the popular Toronto sign, Indigineous Spirit Garden and City Hall itself.
Up until January 7th, 2025, the Cavalcade of Lights festival transforms our 12-acre square into a Winter Wonderland with lots of activities, entertainment and interactive displays.
SKATING
The summer’s reflecting pond becomes a picturesque winter skating surface under the Freedom Arches until 10:00pm every night. Thanks to Desjardins Financial Group, skate rentals are free on Saturdays from 7:00pm – 10:00pm
With the twinkling lights of towering buildings overhead, this spot provides an amazing backdrop for photos.
ART INSTALLATIONS
Check out the interactive art pieces that include
ECHO (south of main stage)
- A piece created by Desjardins to explore hidden powers of your own voice
LUNAR LANTERNS (near City Hall’s main entrance)
- A luminous, interactive display to highlight the “Year of the Dragon” theme
ONE OF THE TWIN DRAGONS
- A glowing dragon is positioned near the Toronto Sign. This visually striking sculpture represents culture and community spirit. Its twin can be found at Woodside Square Shopping Centre
OTHER THINGS TO TAKE IN
Don’t forget to snap a holiday pic with the real Christmas tree (featuring over 500 lights), sample the delights of specialty food vendors, DJ skating parties and live music.
