A Candlelight Christmas
AT THE McARTHUR ESTATE

Friday, December 1st and Saturday, December 2nd, 2023
5:00-6:30 pm (with children) | 7:00-8:30 pm (adults only)

Experience a magical evening of merriment with live music, hors d’oeuvres, a glass of bubbly, samplings of wine and whiskey, surrounded by candlelight, crackling fires, and the enchantment of the seasonally decorated, spectacular McArthur Estate!

210 John Street East, Niagara-on-the-Lake

SEPARATE TICKET: Adults - $75*   |   Youth 11-18 years - $15*  |   Children 0-10 years  - Free 
ADULT COMBINED DAY & EVENING TOUR TICKET: $110* (save $10)

LIMITED TICKETS!

Your evening ticket is only good for a specific date & time. *Eventbrite fees apply.

Click here for our 2023 Holiday House Tour Booklet!

NEW! Click here for our mobile-friendly website including all the booklet information.

Click here for our 2023 Holiday House Tour Video!

Like a dreamy snow globe, the enchanting 1829 McArthur Estate
radiates a special magic in the moonlit glow of winter. Guests will be offered a glass of Peninsula Ridge bubbly as they wander through fairy tale rooms, bathed in the light of hundreds of candles. Santa and friends will be waiting en route as melodies by Eddie Pizzo on the grand piano and The Soenen Sisters on harp, flute and cello, provide the perfect musical accompaniment. 
 
Outside, the mood continues with Bubble Taps offering samples of wine from Peller Estates and Wayne Gretzky Estates serving nips of whiskey in a whiskey lounge. Hors d’oeuvres and a cheese bar await, while live guitar music enhances the seasonal ambience and Santa's reindeer lounge in their luxury suites.
 
Finally, with hot apple cider and gingerbread in hand, guests will be invited to stroll down candlelit pathways, past snow-topped statuary and ice-capped ponds, to cozy up around crackling fires and savour the beauty of this magical candlelit night.

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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.

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Your ticket is non-refundable. 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.

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Specially-priced lunches are available to all Holiday House Tour guests, Friday & Saturday, at Peller Estates Restaurant, Trius Winery Restaurant, The Oaklands Restaurant at Riverbend Inn, and St. Mark's Church Hall.

 

House Tour guests are offered complimentary wine tastings at Peller Estates, Trius Winery, and Wine Country Vintners. Wayne Gretzky Estates is offering a complimentary tasting of Maple Cream Liquor to House Tour guests. Offers are available at their retail locations until 6 pm, Friday & Saturday.

 

 

 

 

A volunteer will be available to answer questions from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm on the days of the tour at the Niagara Pumphouse.
247 Ricardo Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0

 

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 stamp and your printed booklet with the map of sites. Once you have your stamp, 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 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. A Candlelight Christmas is separate and only 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? 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 email this year to provide options for shorter line-ups.

 

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.