Vintage Hotels Christmas Market

Culinary Events

Exclusive Sip & Savour Event

5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Back by popular demand, the season kicks off with live music, gourmet bites, and beverage tastings from 14 of Niagara’s best tastemakers. Your Sip & Savour Passport includes access to The Gardens at Pillar and Post as well as four food vouchers and four beverage vouchers, giving you the freedom to mix, match, and savour your favourites throughout the evening.

Tickets: $59 per person plus tax*

*Cost is per person plus tax. Passports cannot be shared. Offer is full advance pay, non-refundable. Please note that The Gardens is a private, licensed space, and no outside Food & Beverage will be permitted. Must be of legal drinking age to participate in this event. Offer is capacity controlled. Team Member Discounts do not apply. The Gardens is also a non-smoking environment and will not be accessible to pets visiting with their owners.

The Christmas Market in The Gardens

11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Open to all and free to attend, wander a woodland Christmas village filled with local makers and one-of-a-kind finds at the Old-World Christmas Market, where you’ll discover everything from jewellery, fashion, and home décor to premium bath and body essentials, gourmet treats, and handcrafted gifts. Enjoy festive food and drinks, including mulled wine, cider, pretzels, crêpes, and bratwurst, alongside live music from St. Michael’s Choir as you explore.*

Tickets: No tickets required; admission is free.

Culinary Events

Vintage Holiday Tea

2:00 p.m. Sparkling Reception | 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Afternoon Tea

Gather for a sparkling reception and seasonal afternoon tea in the festively decorated Garden Barn, featuring a welcome toast, delicate sandwiches, domestic cheeses, housemade scones, and exquisite pastries, accompanied by live music.

Tickets: $85 per person plus tax and gratuity.* ($40 for children 10 and under.*)

Victorian Nutcracker Feast

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Step into the grandeur of the Prince of Wales for an unforgettable holiday feast in the Victoria & Albert Ballroom at Prince of Wales Hotel. Settle in at beautifully appointed communal tables illuminated by candlelight and holiday décor, and enjoy a thoughtfully crafted buffet prepared by Chef JP Comte. Classic Christmas carols set the mood throughout the evening, bringing the warmth and nostalgia of the season to this elegant Victorian celebration.

Tickets: $95 per person plus tax and gratuity.* ($45 for children 12 and under.*)

Workshops

Christmas Wreath Workshop with Niagara College

12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Celebrate the season as you create your own holiday wreath from fresh seasonal greenery and festive accents. Guided by knowledgeable instructors from Niagara College, you’ll learn professional design techniques while crafting a beautiful, one-of-a-kind wreath.

The workshop takes place outdoors in The Holly & Pine Workshop Tent on the Barn Terrace. We recommend dressing warmly to stay cozy while you create.

Tickets: $75 per person plus tax*

*Ticketed event offers are full advance pay, non-refundable, and capacity controlled. Team Member Discounts do not apply. All events will proceed rain or shine. The Gardens is also a non-smoking environment and will not be accessible to pets visiting with their owners. Other restrictions may apply.

The Christmas Market in The Gardens

11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Open to all and free to attend, wander a woodland Christmas village filled with local makers and one-of-a-kind finds at the Old-World Christmas Market, where you’ll discover everything from jewellery, fashion, and home décor to premium bath and body essentials, gourmet treats, and handcrafted gifts. Enjoy festive food and drinks, including mulled wine, cider, pretzels, crêpes, and bratwurst, alongside live music.*

Tickets: No tickets required; admission is free.

Culinary Events

Vintage Holiday Tea

2:00 p.m. Sparkling Reception | 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Afternoon Tea

Gather for a sparkling reception and seasonal afternoon tea in the festively decorated Garden Barn, featuring a welcome toast, delicate sandwiches, domestic cheeses, housemade scones, and exquisite pastries, accompanied by live music.

Tickets: $85 per person plus tax and gratuity.* ($40 for children 10 and under.*)

Workshops

Holiday Centrepiece Workshop with Niagara College

12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Add a touch of holiday magic to your table with a handcrafted seasonal centrepiece. Guided by Niagara College instructors, create a beautiful arrangement using fresh greenery, seasonal décor, and festive embellishments, and take home a unique piece to enjoy throughout the holidays or give as a thoughtful handmade gift.

The workshop takes place outdoors in The Holly & Pine Workshop Tent on the Barn Terrace. We recommend dressing warmly to stay cozy while you create.

Tickets: $75 per person plus tax*

Chocolate Advent Calendar Workshop with Pastry Chef Zoë Ellis

1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with a sweet, creative experience. Join Pastry Chef Zoë and her team to create a handcrafted chocolate Advent calendar while decorating festive sugar cookies to take home and share. Enjoy live piano music by Frank Krahn as the perfect soundtrack to an afternoon of holiday creativity and celebration. The workshop will take place in the Queenston Hall at the Pillar and Post.

Tickets: $75 per person plus tax*

*Ticketed event offers are full advance pay, non-refundable, and capacity controlled. Team Member Discounts do not apply. All events will proceed rain or shine. The Gardens is also a non-smoking environment and will not be accessible to pets visiting with their owners. Other restrictions may apply.