Experience a WWI Christmas Story: In 1914, a brief, unofficial truce took place along parts of the Western Front, as soldiers on opposing sides marked the season together.
At this special holiday event presented in partnership with the History Matters Association, you and a small group of visitors will be led through the Heritage Village to witness historical reenactments at four different sites, including a replica WWI trench. You'll learn about what life was like during the Great War, as well as the famous Christmas Truce.
Dates: Friday, November 28, 2025 & Saturday, November 29, 2025
Times: Tours will last approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, with slight variation depending upon walking times between stations. Tours will be given in timeslots beginning at 6 PM, 6:30 PM, 7 PM, 7:30 PM and 8 PM.
Cost: Tickets cost $22 + tax & Eventbrite fees.
Audience, Accessibility & Weather:
This event is an outdoor nighttime walking tour. It will traverse uneven and gravel pathways in low lighting. It is an all-ages event, but please note that it will include battlefield sound effects and discussions of war. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please dress for outdoor winter weather. This event will go ahead in inclement weather.
Persons with disabilities are welcome to one free ticket for a support worker. To reserve a free ticket for a support worker, please contact the Public Programming Coordinator using the information under the "Contact" heading.
Contact: If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please contact Public Programming Coordinator Reilly Knowles at programming@fanshawepioneervillage.ca or 519-457-1296x811.
