Family of three having their photo taken in the festively adorned photo frame along the Holiday Magic Light Trail

Holiday Magic

November 20 - January 3

When the lights come on, the Village becomes one of the most festive places to be this winter. Follow the Holiday Magic Light Trail, discover seasonal installations, catch live music, warm up by the fire, enjoy holiday programming, and make time for shopping, dining, and moments together in a European Christmas Village.

Jozo Weider ski instructing in Quebec, 1940, just prior to acquiring Blue Mountain Resort. Photo courtesy of BMR

The Jozo Weider Story

Celebrating 85 Years of the Blue Mountain Vision

In 1941, Jozo Weider arrived at the foot of a mountain in Ontario, carrying a dream shaped by the mountains of his European homeland.

He envisioned a place where people could ski, explore, share stories, make music, and gather in the warmth of a mountain village. With imagination, determination, and the help of a community, he brought that dream to life at Blue Mountain.

Eighty-five years later, that spirit continues.

Explore the lights and sounds through a European Christmas village and discover the magic of welcome, wonder, connection, and shared celebration.

Welcome to Holiday Magic.
Welcome to The Dream.

Closeup of two friends among a crowd of people, dancing and singing to live music in the Village Events Plaza

Celebrate the Season

Holiday Magic is more than what’s on the calendar. It’s the glow of storefronts, the sound of music outside, the smell of something sweet, the fire pits, the mountain backdrop, the shops dressed for the season, and the feeling that a simple winter night has turned into something worth remembering.

A landscape shot of the Holiday Magic Light Trail from the iconic BLUE sign, with glowing light installations and the Mountain lit up in the background.

Nightly | Dusk - 10pm

Holiday Magic Light Trail

The Holiday Magic Light Trail is the heart of the season, leading guests through festive lights, illuminated installations, photo moments, music, and winter scenery throughout the Village. It’s an easy evening walk, a family tradition in the making, and one of the most memorable ways to experience Blue after dark.


A trio of familiar frozen characters roaming through the village pathways on a snowy winters afternoon at Blue.

Events & Entertainment

Holiday Moments Worth Planning Around

Santa sightings, Mrs. Claus storytime, magical characters, festive train rides, interactive entertainment, and seasonal surprises bring new reasons to visit throughout Holiday Magic. Browse the holiday programming and find the moments that make your visit feel extra special.

Upcoming Events

Live Concerts