THE 19TH ANNUAL LESLIEVILLE WANDERLUST RETURNS

Celebrate the magic of the holidays on Queen East with Santa’s Village, live music, local flavours, and thousands in prizes to be won.

The Leslieville Business Improvement Area (BIA) is thrilled to announce the return of its most anticipated annual event — The 19th Annual Leslieville

Wanderlust taking place Saturday, November 15th along Queen Street East from 12-6pm. Stay for Wanderlust After Dark to sip on specialty cocktails or make reservations at your favourite Leslieville bistros.

This beloved neighbourhood celebration transforms Leslieville into a festive wonderland, welcoming visitors to “wander into the wonder of Queen East.”

The day will feature family-friendly activities, community cheer, and plenty of local flavour from Leslieville’s vibrant shops, cafés, and restaurants. At the heart of the event, Santa’s Village will once again light up Leslie Grove Park with a magical lineup of attractions including:

- Santa himself greeting families and taking photos

- The holiday mini train offering rides through the park

- Marshmallows by the fire for cozy moments under the lights

- Warming stations with Dj’s and hot drinks throughout the neighbourhood

- Visitors can also look forward to live DJs, portrait stations, and special guest chefs appearing at favourite local bars and restaurants.

“Wanderlust is a celebration of everything that makes Leslieville special — creativity, community, and the spirit of the season,” says Ayisha Jamal, Marketing Chair for the Leslieville BIA. “We can’t wait to welcome everyone back for another magical year.”