December 3-5, 10-12 & 17-19, evenings 5:00pm - 8:00pm, with viewing until 8:30pm. Recommended last entry by 8pm.
=0D=0A=2021 VIUs Milner Christmas Magic returns this year as an outdoor stroll to experience the magic of thousands of holiday lights & festive window displays!
=0D=0A=Milner Christmas Magic outdoor festival highlights:
=0D=0A=*Stroll over half a km of pathways decorated with Christmas lights
=0D=0A=*Shop for Christmas gifts at the Gingerbread Cottage Gift Shop
=0D=0A=*Stop for a photo opp at Santa's Sleigh #MilnerChristmasMagic
=0D=0A=*View the Gardener's Cottage & Milner House window displays
=0D=0A=*Enjoy smokies, hot dogs, chili, vegetable soup, cookies and hot beverages at the outdoor Refreshment Stand
=0D=0A=*Drop off your letters to Santa in the North Pole Mailbox, ... with a wave to Santa & Mrs. Claus!
=0D=0A=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
=0D=0A=Advance tickets not required or available. No ATM on site.
=0D=0A=COVID-19 protocol is in effect:
=0D=0A=-Proof of vaccination is not required for outdoor event entry
=0D=0A=-Masks are required for entry to the Gingerbread Cottage Gift Shop
=0D=0A=-Hand sanitizer stations will be located near buildings
=0D=0A=-Please read Visiting During Covid-19 at: https://milnergardens.viu.ca/hours-admission-0
=0D=0A=Milner Christmas Magic webpage at: https://milnergardens.viu.ca/special-events
=0D=0A=Please see ‘Magic’ Tips & Suggestions at: https://milnergardens.viu.ca/magic-tips-suggestions
=0D=0A=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.
=0D=0A=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.
=0D=0A=Weather closure notices will be posted online at: https://www.facebook.com/VIUMilnerGardens https://twitter.com/milnergardens
=0D=0A=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.
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