2021 VIUs Milner Christmas Magic

add to outlook add to google calendar remind me

Sunday, December 12th, 2021
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

December 3-5, 10-12 & 17-19, evenings 5:00pm - 8:00pm, with viewing until 8:30pm. Recommended last entry by 8pm.

2021 VIUs Milner Christmas Magic returns this year as an outdoor stroll to experience the magic of thousands of holiday lights & festive window displays!

Milner Christmas Magic outdoor festival highlights:

*Stroll over half a km of pathways decorated with Christmas lights

*Shop for Christmas gifts at the Gingerbread Cottage Gift Shop

*Stop for a photo opp at Santa's Sleigh #MilnerChristmasMagic

*View the Gardener's Cottage & Milner House window displays

*Enjoy smokies, hot dogs, chili, vegetable soup, cookies and hot beverages at the outdoor Refreshment Stand

*Drop off your letters to Santa in the North Pole Mailbox, ... with a wave to Santa & Mrs. Claus!

Milner Christmas Magic is a fundraiser in support of Milner Gardens & Woodland with entrance by suggested donation at the Welcome & Interpretive Centre: adult $5, child $2.50, or family (2 adults & up to 3 children under 19 yrs) $12

Advance tickets not required or available. No ATM on site.

COVID-19 protocol is in effect:

-Proof of vaccination is not required for outdoor event entry

-Masks are required for entry to the Gingerbread Cottage Gift Shop

-Hand sanitizer stations will be located near buildings

-Please read Visiting During Covid-19 at: https://milnergardens.viu.ca/hours-admission-0

Milner Christmas Magic webpage at: https://milnergardens.viu.ca/special-events

Please see ‘Magic’ Tips & Suggestions at: https://milnergardens.viu.ca/magic-tips-suggestions

Onsite shuttle cart between Welcome Centre and Milner House is prioritized for those with accessibility/mobility needs who can move unassisted from wheelchair to open golf cart which accommodates foldable wheelchairs, walkers & strollers. Welcome Centre and Gift Shop washrooms are mobility-friendly.

Popular 3D holiday specs are for sale at the Gift Shop and lost and found items are at Welcome Centre. Wear weather-appropriate footwear; bring a flashlight, there are no paved trails. Smoking of tobacco/e-cigarettes only permitted at Gift Shop cul-de-sac. Use of cannabis products prohibited. No pets, certified guide and service dogs only.

Weather closure notices will be posted online at: https://www.facebook.com/VIUMilnerGardens  https://twitter.com/milnergardens

Please share your photos on Instagram @MilnerGardens #VIUMilnerGardens and have a lovely holiday season. The Gardens and Tea Room will reopen Sundays in February, for an opportunity to view the orchard’s carpets of snowdrops, and other spring bulbs.