Friday, December 2nd and Saturday, December 3rd, 2022
THE McARTHUR FAMILY PRESENTS
A Merry & Bright Christmas Tour
LIMITED TICKETS!
An evening indoor/outdoor tour of the seasonally decorated, spectacular McArthur Estate!
210 John Street East, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Adults - $60* | Children 5-12 years - $10 | Children 0-4 years - Free
4:30-5:30 pm | 5:30-6:30 pm | 6:30-7:30 pm | 7:30-8:30 pm
Separate ticket. Your evening ticket is for a specific date & time.
*Eventbrite fees apply.
4:30-5:30 pm | 5:30-6:30 pm | 6:30-7:30 pm | 7:30-8:30 pm
Separate ticket. Your evening ticket is for a specific date & time.
*Eventbrite fees apply.
Enjoy an enchanted tour of the grounds and the first & second floor of the spectacular McArthur Estate, exquisitely decorated for the holiday season, with seasonal lights, live music, Santa and his elves, sparkling wine, warm beverages, the Canine Manor, the reindeer stables, and more! Guests are invited to linger by a crackling fire in the gardens.
This magnificent 1829, red brick Georgian home is surrounded by Victorian gardens with ponds, statues, & sunlit conservatories. Your outdoor tour will take you through the gardens, past statues, pergolas, & stunningly lit ‘outdoor rooms’. Take in the remarkable nativity scene & wonder at the beautifully lit Christmas angel. Music & song will be provided by local artists, including The Yellow Door Theatre Project & Niagara Star Singers. Santa & his elves look forward to greeting you and hope you enjoy his reindeer stables and the Canine Manor.
A festive glass of sparkling wine will be yours to enjoy along with a seasonal cookie & warm apple cider.
The house displays ornate architectural mouldings & details, & a grand staircase that is home to a magical twelve-foot Christmas tree. A wing of the second floor will also be fully decorated & open for viewing.
Fun activities for children (young & old), including writing & posting letters to Santa's Mailbox!
The 4:30 time slot allows guests to enjoy the official opening of the event announced by our Town Crier, & a leisurely tour of the McArthur Estate & grounds, while leaving ample time to follow up with the Candlelight Stroll in Old Town. The stroll begins at the Old Courthouse at 6:30 pm.
CLICK HERE FOR HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR 2022 BOOKLET PDF!
CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR 2022 PROMO VIDEO.
CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR TICKETS!!
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This event has been made possible by the incredible generosity of the McArthur family. They embody the spirit of Christmas, community, and compassion throughout the year. We are very grateful for their continued support. Thank you, Blair and Brenda McArthur, for opening your home and your hearts to us all.
Sparkling wine provided by Peller Estates
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Your purchase benefits local and international charitable projects.
View the projects our Rotary Club supports on our projects section of the website.
View the projects our Rotary Club supports on our projects section of the website.
Current COVID protocols will be in place. See the Q&A section for more information.
#NOTLwonderland #HolidayHouseTour #Merry&Bright
It's the 23rd Annual
Niagara-on-the-Lake Rotary Holiday House Tour!
Friday, December 2nd and Saturday, December 3rd, 2022
GENERAL DAY TOUR
9:30 am-4:30 pm | $40 early bird | $45 after November 18, 2022
*Eventbrite fees apply. Your day ticket is good for Friday and Saturday. Keep your wristband.
If you like interior design, architecture, and seasonal decorations, the annual Niagara-on-the-Lake Rotary Holiday House Tour is for you. Tour six gorgeous, beautifully decorated homes; visit local historic and cultural sites; sample complimentary tastings from 3 featured wineries; and enjoy specially priced luncheons and dinners for attendees as well! And all the profits go to charitable causes.
We are adding hourly line-up notifications on our social media platforms this year, to provide informed options for shorter line-ups.
CLICK HERE FOR HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR 2022 BOOKLET PDF!
CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR 2022 PROMO VIDEO.
CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR TICKETS!!
See you when the snow falls!!
Social media links are in the footer below.
View regularly asked questions (Q&A) just below A Merry & Bright Christmas Tour.
JOIN OUR FRONT-OF-THE-LINE LIST TO BE NOTIFIED FIRST!
If you have further questions, please email us at notl.hht@gmail.com.
PLATINUM SPONSOR
We wish to thank everyone who continually makes the tour a success –
attendees, sponsors, homeowners, decorators, volunteers, annual partners, and community support!
Your purchase benefits local and international charitable projects.
View the projects our Rotary Club supports on our projects section of the website.
Current COVID protocols will be in place. See the Q&A section for more information.
#NOTLwonderland #HolidayHouseTour
VOLUNTEER
for the
Holiday House Tour,
take part and have fun!
IMPORTANT MESSAGE:
Current COVID protocols will be in place.
Current COVID protocols will be in place.
We encourage guests to bring their own mask.
Since this is a date-specific charitable event, refunds will not be offered for cancellations.
To reduce single-use plastics, we are asking visitors to PLEASE bring your own shoe bags. A Holiday House Tour souvenir reusable bag will be available for purchase for $2 (donations welcome).
Frequently Asked Questions:
How does the day tour work? Where do we start? This is a self-guided tour. You can start at any of the six main houses to get your wristband and your printed booklet with the map of sites. Once you have your wristband, you can view the sites in any order you wish. Many of the properties are close together and easily walkable if you are fully mobile, however, some distances will require a vehicle. There is plenty of parking in town and in the area but individual homes will have limited street parking so plan your route accordingly. Please see our parking suggestions. There will be a link to download a pdf of the booklet with the map on the website, so you have a starting point.
Where do we go for the Merry & Bright evening tour at the McArthur Estate? Please go directly to 210 John Street East at the time and date on your ticket, and park along John Street. Parking is free.
What if I have limited mobility? Please email us at notl.hht@gmail.com for individualized instructions.
Can I buy tickets at the event? Tickets are available ONLINE ONLY.
Is my General Day ticket valid for both days? YES, you can use your General Day ticket for both days between 9:30 am and 4:30 pm but please leave your wristband on. The Merry & Bright Christmas Tour ticket is separate and purchased for a specific date and time.
Can I get into houses at 4:30 pm? The houses will close at 4:30 pm, so you are advised to be at your last house of the day at least an hour prior. Sometimes line-ups can be long, so it is better to get there early.
What's the refund policy? If the indoor GENERAL DAY TOUR is cancelled due to COVID, tickets for the GENERAL DAY TOUR will NOT be refunded.
Should COVID restrictions prohibit an INDOOR tour, the Merry & Bright Christmas Tour will proceed OUTSIDE ONLY, and tickets will NOT BE REFUNDED. Your donation benefits local and international projects. View our Projects section on this website to see the organizations we support.
Are there line-ups? We have significantly reduced the number of tickets sold compared to the 2019 tour. Please allow 30 minutes at some of the houses. Sometimes changing the order of the homes from the listed order can help. We are adding hourly line-up notifications via social media this year to provide options for shorter line-ups. Follow our Facebook and Instagram pages for updates. The links are in the contact section of this page.
Can I bring my pet? Sorry but there are no pets allowed in any of the homes.
What shoes should I wear? All houses have a 'shoes off' policy, so it is advisable to wear shoes that slip on and off easily. Also, you will be standing for long periods so something comfortable is advised.
Can I take photos inside or outside the homes? Photography inside the homes is not allowed except for individuals who have received prior permission for marketing or news purposes. You may take photographs of the homes’ exteriors.
Are there listings of the restaurants in Niagara-on-the-Lake?
These links show partial listings of NOTL restaurants.
These links show partial listings of NOTL restaurants.
https://www.niagaraonthelake.
Enjoy the 23rd Annual Holiday House Tour!!
Watch for updates on our social media pages.
Links are in the footnote of the website.
If you have further questions, please email us at notl.hht@gmail.com.
Please be courteous to local residents while enjoying the Holiday House Tour.
See our Parking Etiquette section on this page.
See our Parking Etiquette section on this page.
Thank you!
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