Join us for a free celebration of the holiday season with Christmas on the Farm. Every year on the second weekend in December we celebrate the season with lights, crafts, carriage rides, roasted chestnuts, visits from Santa and more.
Join us for a free celebration of the holiday season with Christmas on the Farm 2023 on Dec. 8 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. and Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Canatara Park.
Old favourites are back alongside some recently-added attractions to delight all ages including roasting chestnuts; horse and carriage rides; crafts; storytime with Mrs. Claus and more! Don’t want to find on-site parking? Sarnia Transit will run a free shuttle from Northgate Terminal during the event.
Where: Canatara Park
When: Dec. 8, 5:30 to 9 p.m. and Dec. 9, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Who: The City of Sarnia in cooperation the Seaway Kiwanis Club
Christmas on the Farm attractions
There’s plenty of holiday fun in store as the spirit of the season comes alive at Canatara Park.
Craft making
Make your own holiday craft or Christmas tree ornament. Hang your ornament on the event tree inside the barn, or take it home to display.
Carolling
Enjoy the sounds of the season over at the Seaway Kiwanis Pavilion, with Christmas carols performed by Missy Burgess.
Performance times:
- Dec. 8 – 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- Dec. 9 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Letters to Santa
Stop by to write a letter to Santa, or bring one you’ve already written, and drop it in our mailbox for prompt delivery to the North Pole.
Cookie giveaway station
Enjoy a festive treat on us!
Train rides
Hop aboard the Children’s Choo Choo Train for a festive ride.
Storytime with Mrs. Claus
Escape the cold by the fireplace and enjoy a short story told by Mrs. Claus herself.
Friday, Dec. 8 story times:
- 5:30 p.m.
- 6:15 p.m.
- 7 p.m.
- 7:45 p.m.
- 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 9 story times:
- 10 a.m.
- 10:45 a.m.
- 11:30 a.m.
- 12:15 a.m.
- 1 p.m.
Visit from Santa
Don’t miss your chance to meet the jolly old man himself as Santa makes a special visit at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9.
Christmas character meet and greet
Catch up with your favourite holiday characters on Saturday, Dec. 9 as Frozen’s Olaf and Rudolph swing by Christmas on the Farm.
Children’s Animal Farm
The Children’s Animal Farm will be open throughout the event, stop in to catch up with some furry and feathered friends.
Horse and carriage rides
Tour in true holiday fashion with free horse and carriage rides.
Roasting chestnuts
Whether it’s a new tradition or an old favourite, don’t forget to try a freshly roasted chestnut!
Food and beverage station
Looking for a quick bite? Stop by the Seaway Kiwanis Pavilion to grab a hot dog, popcorn, and a hot beverage. All proceeds support the animal farm and park.
Prices:
- Hot dogs – $2
- Popcorn – $0.50
- Hot chocolate or coffee – $0.50
Sarnia Transit event shuttle
Sarnia Transit will offer a free shuttle service for the event, making trips between Canatara Park and Northgate Terminal.
On December 8 the shuttle will begin service at 4:30 p.m. departing from Northgate. Shuttles will run every half hour with the last departing the Christina Street entrance to Canatara Park at 9:45 p.m.
On December 9 the shuttle will begin service at 9 a.m. departing from Northgate. Shuttles will run every half hour with the last departing the Christina Street entrance to Canatara Park at 3 p.m.
Road closure
To prepare for the event, the section of Cathcart Boulevard west of Lake Chipican Drive will close at 3 p.m. on Dec. 8. and remain closed for the duration of the event.