A festive banner advertising Holly Harbour Days in Port Stanley. The first image shows a close-up of a Christmas tree adorned with lights and ornaments outdoors, with a soft blur of additional holiday lights in the background. The second image shows two horses pulling a carriage filled with people, standing in front of the Port Stanley sign, which is topped with a large fish sculpture. The third image shows Santa Claus waving while standing beside a train in Port Stanley.
An image with two horses wearing harnesses on background featuring holiday greenery and red berries.

Harbour Holly Days

Nov 28 - 30

Celebrate the season in Port Stanley as the village comes alive with festive charm during Harbour Holly Days, formerly known as Dickens’ Days Weekend. This special weekend brings together holiday traditions, community spirit, and family-friendly fun.

Weekend Highlights Include:

  • Lighting of the Lights and Dickens  Parade  – The celebrations kick off on Friday evening with the Lighting of the Lights at the Visitors’ Centre, followed by the much-loved Dickens’ Parade
  • Paw Parade – A fun and furry showcase of holiday spirit.
  • Horse and Buggy Rides – Enjoy a ride through the heart of the village, taking in the sights and sounds of the season from a cozy carriage.
  • Petting Zoo – A delight for children and animal lovers alike.
  • Santa’s Village at the Visitors Centre – Meet the jolly man himself at the Port Stanley Visitors Centre.
  • Warming Pit Stations –Gather around outdoor fire pits to warm up and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
  • Open Carol Sing – Join in a joyful community sing-along of classic holiday carols and celebrate the season together!
  • Live Entertainment in Glover Park – Enjoy performances from talented musicians and entertainers throughout the weekend.

Event map available here.

For event updates and information, please visit portstanleybia.net.

Contact Us

Port Stanley BIA

519-631-4860, extension 286

Facebook page: Port Stanley, Ontario

 

Illustrated map of Port Stanley showing Harbour Holly Days activity locations. Key sites include the Visitors’ Centre for Lighting of the Lights and Santa’s Village, East Pier Parking Lot for the Paw Parade and Petting Zoo, Glover Park for Snowflake Square and live entertainment, and various warming stations throughout the village. Horse and buggy rides are located near Drift. The map also lists event times for November 28–30 and a schedule of musical performances