The Garden will be glowing once again with a spectacular light display during our Merry & Bright Holiday Light Festival! Take a winter evening stroll, sip hot chocolate, and warm yourself by the fire.

We are grateful for the support of our presenting sponsor - IG Wealth Management!

Visit early and save!

Special pricing will be in place for the following nights:

Sunday-Tuesday, December 1-3, and Monday-Tuesday, December 9-10.

All tickets will be discounted by $2 each for these nights only!

Bus & Parking

Visitors are asked to please park at the Marine Institute and avail of the free shuttle service to and from the Garden. The shuttle runs on a load and go basis throughout the event.

Hot Chocolate & Cookies

Once again this year our friends at the Postmaster's Garden Cafe will be on hand with their delicious hot chocolate and cookies! You can purchase on site at the event, or pre-purchase online when you buy your ticket. This option will appear once you begin the check-out process.

Campus Food Bank We are delighted to once again support Memorial's Campus Food Bank during the Festival by accepting donations of non-perishable food items on their behalf. Guests visiting Merry & Bright are encouraged to bring along a donation to drop off, as they are able. Please note that we are unable to accept monetary donations for the Campus Food Bank. You can visit their website to find out more information, including the most needed items and other ways to give.

Ring in the festive season with a viewing of Polar Express, a movie to delight audiences of all ages!

Doors open at 6pm.

We will be watching the movie in our Reception Hall under the planets! Bring along blankets and pillows for a cozier experience! You may also bring your own drinks and snacks.

Tickets are $5 + HST/person.

Popcorn can be purchased for $3 + HST/bag.

Popcorn and water can be purchased together for $5 + HST/bundle.