Night Hike: Downsview Park & De Sario Family Festival of Lights (7 KM) - Wed, Dec 23 2026

Night Hike: Downsview Park & De Sario Family Festival of Lights (7 KM) (12/23/2026)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Urban Hike
Event Location: Downsview Park Station (Vitti Street Exit - West Exit)
Date(s) & Time:Wed, Dec 23 2026  7:00 PM
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Dec 23 2026 11:55:00 AM
Event Duration:less than 2.5 hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Fletcher
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Member Cost:Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 18 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:20
Minimum Group Size:6
Number Registered So Far: 3 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

So, my hiking sources tell me that there's a house in North York that has an amazing lights display around Christmas every year.
So, this is my chance to go check it out.

This 7 KM hike will both start and finish at Downsview Park Station.

The hike will be on a combination of paved park paths, sidewalks and one grassy field (that might be covered in snow).

In terms of hills, there should be none over 25 meters.

I'll attempt to stop for a washroom break at the Grandravine Community Recreation Centre located about 2.5 KM into the hike.

At the De Sario Family Festival of Lights, they do ask for a voluntary cash donation that supports sick kids hospital; however not mandatory.


Required Items to Bring:
  • Flashlight / Headlight
  • Hiking boots / hiking shoes
  • Weather appropriate clothing
  • Water
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  • First Aid Kit
  • A smile
  • Whistle
  • Cash donation supporting sick kids hospital

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:

    Downsview Park Station is located on Line 1, 1 stop north of Sheppard West Station and 1 stop south of Finch West Station.

    We'll meet at the west exit or the Vitti Street exit.
    Basically the opposite side of where the GO Station is, closer to the passenger pick up area.

    From the subway, exit the presto gates and turn right and then go up the stairs/escalator.

    For those of you driving, the address for Downsview Park Station is 25 Vitti Street.
    In terms of parking, you should be able to park at the Downsview Park Merchants Market for free.
    To access the lot, enter the parking lot from Sheppard, one traffic light west of Vitti Street.

    (Look for me in the BLUE Toronto Outdoor Club shirt)

    MAP

    Picture Of Meeting Location


    Notes:

    Please ensure that you check the 'TTC service updates website' for any potential closures.

    Please arrive on time, I will turn off my cell phone once the hike begins.


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