Jingle & Mingle at Bonnechere Provincial Park

horse-drawn wagon in snow with Santa riding in the back

This blog was written by Brittany Thrasher, Park Clerk at Bonnechere Provincial Park.

Get ready for the third annual Jingle & Mingle at Bonnechere Provincial Park! This one-day event promises festive fun for the whole family!

This year, the event will take place on Saturday, November 29, from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Keep an eye on Bonnechere’s social media pages for updates.

Holiday shopping

Person in holiday gear holding open the door to decorated park store

The Park Store — inside and out — will be decked for the season and stocked with holiday gift items, stocking stuffers, and seasonal favourites.

Shopping for someone tricky? Seasonal permits and gift cards will also be available for purchase.

person in holiday colours playing the fiddle with green and red ribbons in the background

Enjoy festive live music while you browse, and don’t miss the indoor local vendor market next to the store, featuring handmade and homemade goods.

a room with holiday vendor tables, with sparkly lights strung from the ceiling

Santa

Watch for Santa’s arrival along the main campground road!

After his grand entrance, be sure to stop by the photo booth to snap a family photo and pick up a sticker or candy cane for the kids.

A tiny "meet Santa" area decorated with holiday trees and gifts

“Sleigh” rides

Hop on a horse-drawn wagon for a scenic ride through the campground.

a horse drawn wagon driving into a snowy forest

Listen to the clip-clop of hooves and the jingle of bells as you go. Carolling “Jingle Bells” and other festive songs is highly encouraged!

Activities

A sign for a holiday scavenger hunt with Christmas trees in the background

Get ready for some fun activities! Complete a scavenger hunt around the day-use area, test your wits with holiday riddles, and stop by the letter-writing station so the kids can jot down their wish lists.

A colouring table in the vendor market will keep the little ones busy while you browse all the local talent.

The ballot box for the Jingle & Mingle Holiday Market raffle, with the prizes beside it

Don’t forget to enter the raffle for a prize basket generously supported by our vendors — one entry per person, while supplies last.

BBQ & sweet treats

volunteers wearing Santa hats at the refreshment station

All that shopping and activity is sure to work up an appetite, so swing by the canteen for some barbecued food or a hot chocolate.

We’ll also have an outdoor bonfire where you can warm up and roast marshmallows!

Closeup of marshmallow being roasted over fire coals.

Know before you go

Date: Saturday, November 29, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm (check Facebook or Instagram for schedule and weather updates)
Location: Bonnechere Provincial Park Store area, 4024 Round Lake Road
Payment: Cards and cash accepted. Vendor payment options may vary
Accessibility: Accessible parking near the store, barrier-free entry, and compacted gravel routes
Pets: Leashed pets are welcome outdoors. Please keep a respectful distance from horses
What to bring: Warm layers, a camera or phone, and a reusable mug (optional)